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  1. Barker and Hale

    Barker and Hale

    Gourmet food, gifts, homewares

    Gourmet goodies and gifts are the specialty of this fine providore, from the dazzling display of handmade chocolates, jams and chutneys, Fiori coffee, and unique table and serving ware. Ask about their range of gift hampers

    Address
    24 Napoleon St, Cottesloe
    Phone
    9284 6644

  2. Boucla

    Boucla

    Authentic Greek food & atmosphere

    Foodies from near and far pack out this cosy, exotically decorated cafe for owner Despina's moreish authentic Greek fare, superb Fiori coffee, decadent hot chocolate, and cakes and pastries made fresh every day.

    Address
    349 Rokeby Rd, Subiaco
    Phone
    9381 2841

  3. Byrneleigh Hotel

    Byrneleigh Hotel

    Nedlands newest bar & restaurant

    With astroturf, forest murals and warm timbers finishes, the Byrneleigh Hotel has a distinctly breezy ambience, its regulars whiling away the warm afternoon hours with a boutique beer and grazing on some hearty, locally sourced fare.

    Address
    156 Hampden Rd, Nedlands
    Phone
    6161 2722

  4. Clarences

    Clarences

    Stylish local bar

    Clarences' unassuming frontage opens into a neatly stocked bar filled with a diverse collection of spirits, ciders, beers and wines set in a comfortable surrounding with scattered eccentric art. Take a seat in the sunshine of the courtyard, or cosy up in a dimly lit booth and indulge your taste-buds with the delicious food on offer.

    Address
    566 Beaufort St, Mt Lawley
    Phone
    9228 9474

  5. Cygnet Cinema

    Cygnet Cinema

    Iconic Art Deco cinema

    This iconic pink-hued Art Deco theatre built in 1938 screens contemporary mainstream films, as well as classics on the third Sunday of each month. Grab a coffee from the Cygnet's cafe to take into your session.

    Address
    16 Preston Street, Como
    Phone
    9367 1663

  6. Daily Planet Cafe & Bar

    Daily Planet Cafe & Bar

    Seriously good coffee 7 days

    Daily Planet Cafe & Bar serves seriously good coffee, fantastic food and is fully licensed. Whether you want to meet up or indulge in a quiet read we're open for you 7 days, early till late. It's Perth's perfect hangout to feed your Daily fix.

    Address
    636-646 Beaufort St
    Phone
    9328 07560

  7. Devilles Pad

    Devilles Pad

    Cocktails, food, dancing

    Crimson floors, sparkly vinyl upholstery and glowing lava effects abound in this Las Vegas-style devil-themed lair that evokes 1950s and 60s kitsch decadence. Serving up Southern American style food, this late night club regularly features cabaret acts, live music and go-go dancers before a rollicking dance floor complete with a smoking volcano. Head to the jewel-encrusted bar for a signature cocktail, such as the Zombie Jamboree or Mighty Meffizzto

    Address
    3 Aberdeen St, Perth
    Phone
    9225 6669

  8. Dough Pizza

    Dough Pizza

    Hip pizza diner

    Amid the rustic, retro decor of this hip diner lies a feast of Vesuvian proportions. Choose from the range of fresh, woodfired pizzas made in the traditional Napoli style, or light meals like calamari, polpette and crocchettas.

    Address
    434a William St
    Phone
    9228 0444

  9. Duchess

    Duchess

    Bar

    Duchess is a designer bar located in Perth’s fashion precinct Claremount Quarter. A touch of luxury and elegance with a small bistro menu complemented by select champagnes and wines. Saturday and Sunday High tea is an extravagant way to spoil yourself.

    Address
    1 Gugeri St, Claremont Quarter
    Phone
    9384 4880

  10. Funcats Catamarans

    Funcats Catamarans

    Hire and sailing centre

    Sailors of all levels spot dolphins swimming in the Swan River in Funcats' 14' catamarans, available for hire for up to three people each. Finish the day with a foreshore barbecue for the perfect South Perth outing.

    Address
    Coode Street Jetty, South Perth
    Phone
    0408 926 003

  11. Greenhouse

    Greenhouse

    Honest, seasonal food with a conscience

    From its design to its food and drinks, Greenhouse does sustainability with style. Start with cocktails at the rooftop bar, then take a seat among the straw bales and sample chef Matt Stone's rustic fare with ingredients fresh from the kitchen garden upstairs

    Address
    100 St Georges Tce, Perth
    Phone
    9481 8333

  12. Helvetica

    Helvetica

    Whisky & cocktail bar

    A haven for discerning drinkers. Classic cocktails, an ever changing list of boutique wines by the glass and over 100 whiskies on the back bar. This stylish two storey laneway bar also offers simple, tasty bar food.

    Address
    Rear 101, St Georges Tce, Perth
    Phone
    9321 4422

  13. Hobart Deli

    Hobart Deli

    Cafe with celebrated coffee, impressive food

    Unassuming, honest and casual, this light-filled corner deli bustles at breakfast and lunch. A quaint nook, there are curiosities for sale amid the classic cafe fare and beautifully matched arty decor.

    Address
    45A Hobart St (Cnr of Hobart and Auckland St)
    Phone
    9444 8686

  14. Juan Rando Dance Academy

    Juan Rando Dance Academy

    Latin dance school

    Unleash your inner dancing spirit at this celebrated Latin dancing school. Warm and encouraging instructors teach Tango, Bachata, Salsa, Gafieira, Zouk, WC Swing and Samba No Pe in group classes or private lessons, as well as Zumba.

    Address
    296 Churchill Avenue, Subiaco
    Phone
    9382 3235

  15. Jus Burgers

    Jus Burgers

    Voted Australia's favourite burgers 09/10

    Located in the heart of the William St precinct, Jus Burgers offers an alchemy of taste, health and ethics. This hospitable lair is one of four in Perth, offering generous burgers crafted entirely from fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.

    Address
    Shop 11/189 William St
    Phone
    9227 0668

  16. Jus Burgers Leederville

    Jus Burgers Leederville

    Voted Australia's favourite burgers 09/10

    Jus Burgers offers an alchemy of taste, health and ethics. This hospitable lair is one of four in Perth, offering generous burgers crafted entirely from fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.

    Address
    743 Newcastle St
    Phone
    9228 2230

  17. Jus Burgers Subiaco

    Jus Burgers Subiaco

    Voted Australia's favourite burgers 09/10

    Jus Burgers offers an alchemy of taste, health and ethics. This hospitable lair is one of four in Perth, offering generous burgers crafted entirely from fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.

    Address
    1 Rokeby Rd
    Phone
    9381 1895

  18. Kitsch Bar

    Kitsch Bar

    Cool bar & Asian street food

    Kitsch Bar's look and feel is as diverse as its flavours. Connect with the vibe of an Asian night market with street food style offerings and ample beer and wine list in a hip, casual setting

    Address
    229 Oxford St, Leederville
    Phone
    9242 1229

  19. Lost Society

    Lost Society

    Modern bar

    A Boutique cocktail bar, with a small yet clever menu available til late. With an abundance of style and edge located in Perth’s west end. Private rooms and bottle service are available for your intimate function, gathering or event.

    Address
    1/918 Hay Street, Perth
    Phone
    9322 6744

  20. Malt Supper Club

    Malt Supper Club

    Opulent late night bar

    An Opulent baroque late night supper club. Showcasing live entertainment and offering a clever bar menu available til 3am. With an extensive range of spirits and champagne. Decadent private rooms and the highlands are available with bottle service for your private function.

    Address
    677 Beaufort St, Mt Lawley
    Phone
    9371 0062

  21. Mariposa Perfumery

    Mariposa Perfumery

    Luxury niche fragrance & skincare

    With a meticulous selection of niche fragrances, skincare and cosmetics, this intimate boutique evokes the heady, artisanal aromas of early 1900s Parisian chic. Find brands such as Aesop, Robert Piguet, Juliet Has a Gun and Keiko Meicheri.

    Address
    Shop 5 The Astor Arcade, Mt Lawley
    Phone
    08 9272 6867

  22. Metro & Co

    Metro & Co

    Modern cafe

    Occupying the space formerly inhabited by The Pantry Door, this sincere cafe is smack-bang in the centre of up-and-coming Angove St. Station yourself on the quaint alfresco stools with a Fiori coffee and watch the world go by.

    Address
    36-38 Angove St
    Phone
    9227 0077

  23. milkd

    milkd

    Quality produce, great coffee

    milkd is where community meets coffee culture, with local & organic produce, all day breakfasts, cupcakes, and Arabican coffee. Embrace contemporary urban design and real service at this local favourite.

    Address
    32 Angove Street, North Perth
    Phone
    08 9228 8867

  24. MUST Winebar

    MUST Winebar

    Bar, bistro, champagne lounge

    A pioneer in Perth's restaurant and small bar scene, Must has been delighting food and wine lovers for the last ten years. Boasting a wine list of more than 600 titles, patrons can sit in sumptuous surrounds as they sample a sophisticated bar menu. If something heartier is required step across to the bistro for seasonal, French inspired fare, or book one of two function rooms for an intimate soiree.

    Address
    519 Beaufort St, Highgate
    Phone
    08 9328 8255

  25. Outre Gallery Perth

    Outre Gallery Perth

    Pop underground art, books, curios

    Contemporary international pop, street, tiki, folk, surrealism, retro and underground art share the floor at Outr� with an eclectic collection of books, rare magazines, kooky designer toys and other curiosities.

    Address
    260 William St, Northbridge
    Phone
    08 9227 0666

  26. Perth Zoo

    Perth Zoo

    Award-winning conservation zoo

    Naturalistic exhibits nestled among native gardens and trees, feature animals from Australia, Africa, Asia and South America. Take a tour and find out about the conservation program, or have a picnic and relax in one of three onsite cafes.

    Address
    20 Labouchere Road, South Perth
    Phone
    9474 0444

  27. Piccadilly Cinemas

    Piccadilly Cinemas

    Heritage listed art-deco cinema

    The only operating cinema in Perth's CDB, this refurbished art deco gem in the iconic pink Piccadilly Arcade has three screens showing the latest flicks in 2D and 3D.

    Address
    Piccadilly Arcade, 700 Hay Street.
    Phone
    9322 3577

  28. Regal Theatre

    Regal Theatre

    Enjoy the experience

    Truly woven into the fabric of Subiaco, the Regal Theatre has stood proudly on Hay St since 1938. Originally screening movies, this heritage-listed art deco-style theatre now stages live shows from Les Miserables to John Cleese and everything between.

    Address
    474 Hay Street, Subiaco
    Phone
    9388 2066

  29. Scrapstore

    Scrapstore

    High end boutique retail store

    Established in 2010, Scrapstore is a retail space containing a selection of high end Australian and international designer brands, including Opening Ceremony, Illesteva, Chronicles of Never, Nathan Smith, Wood Wood and more.

    Address
    411 William St, Northbridge
    Phone
    9328 2600

  30. Subi Farmers Market

    Subi Farmers Market

    The natural way to shop

    A little slice of the country in the city, this Saturday morning market emphasises organic, biodynamic and sustainable practices. Seasonal produce is sold direct from the grower. Breakfast, snacks and coffee are also available. A must for gastronomes.

    Address
    Subiaco Primary School, 271 Bagot Road, Subiaco
    Phone
    0404 874 389

  31. Superstar Waffles

    Superstar Waffles

    Waffles served with generous hospitality

    True to its name, this charming little dessert bar buried deep within William St's Arcade 189 is taking Perth by storm. The light-filled space is outfitted with swatches of buttery pine and toffee, poetically echoing the colour of waffles. Marked with thoughtful bric-a-brac and whimsical wall decal, it's the kind of place made for whiling away the afternoon—and that's even before any mention of their eponymous wares. Prime your appetite and Instagram-snapping finger: these are some damn good waffles you'll want your followers to know about.

    Address
    8/189 William St, Northbridge
    Phone

  32. Test Tube Objects

    Test Tube Objects

    Curious contemporary design

    This tiny white space wrapped in warm-hued timber panels is a design lover's paradise. Curious contemporary design treasures from around the world include Tse & Tse homewares, stainless steel jewellery from La Mollla and Cire Trudon candles

    Address
    Shop 6, 595 Beaufort St (cnr Chelmsford Rd), Mt Lawley
    Phone
    08 9228 1118

  33. The Aviary

    The Aviary

    Restaurant, bar, roof deck

    This multi-level bar, restaurant and event space is perfect for in the know night owls. The rooftop, known as The Nest, playfully combines decking, astroturf and daybeds while the Bird Cage restaurant serves up modern Australian fare.

    Address
    L1, 140 William St, Perth
    Phone
    08 9226 0259

  34. The Cabin

    The Cabin

    Handsome small bar

    This eccentric and inviting bar, with its European ski lodge-inspired furnishings, will make you feel like you're on vacation. Enjoy a cocktail, premium local wine or meal made from the best of WA's produce.

    Address
    174 Scarborough Beach Rd, Mt Hawthorn.
    Phone
    9444 6214

  35. The Crowded House

    The Crowded House

    Fine dining

    With modern Australian fare using fresh, local produce served in a heritage limestone cottage only metres from South Beach, The Crowded House gives fine dining a relaxed treatment. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

    Address
    25 Douro Rd (Cnr Thomas St), Fremantle
    Phone
    9336 4147

  36. The Ellington Jazz Club

    The Ellington Jazz Club

    Late night live music

    An intimate New York style jazz venue, The Ellington has a rotating stellar line-up of local and international musicians. Book a table and sample from the tapas menu, or head upstairs to the lounge for a quiet drink.

    Address
    191-193 Beaufort St, Northbridge
    Phone
    9228 1088

  37. The Moon

    The Moon

    Retro late night watering hole

    This late-night bistro-meets-watering hole is just made for wiling the night away. Retro booths flank the elongated bar, serving traditional diner fare and classic cocktails. Dark and wistful, it's a Northbridge institution.

    Address
    Shop 2/323 William St
    Phone
    9328 7474

  38. The Trustee

    The Trustee

    Bar and bistro

    Beaufort Street Merchant's Scott Taylor is putting his hospitality know-how to good use with a new bar and bistro. In this majestic building, The Trustee enlists the culinary prowess of celebrity chef Ian Curley (Executive Chef of the European Group) to create a carnivorous menu of rustic European peasant fare that's available from lunch until supper.

    Address
    113 St Georges Tce, Perth
    Phone
    6323 3000

  39. The Village Bar

    The Village Bar

    Neighbourhood bar & restaurant

    Festooned with comfy couches and striped awnings, this watering hole is relaxed yet polished. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of Hay St, it's renowned for its award-winning steak sandwich and diverse offerings of beer and wine.

    Address
    10-531 Hay Street, Subiaco
    Phone
    9381 5099

  40. Western Australian Museum

    Western Australian Museum

    Fascinating, fun and free

    In a digital age where authenticity is at a premium, the Western Australian Museum and its collections have never been more important. Explore your connection with the world's diversity and creativity through our amazing artefacts and exhibitions.

    Address
    Perth Cultural Centre, James Street, Perth
    Phone
    T: 9212 3700

  41. Wolf Lane

    Wolf Lane

    Late night lounge

    A little slice of New York off King Street. With its exposed brick walls, contemporary furniture and black glistening bar, Wolfe Lane serves up an evolving list of perfectly concocted cocktails and features regular DJ sets.

    Address
    Wolfe Lne, Perth (off King St)
    Phone
    9322 4671

  42. Zambrero Leederville

    Zambrero Leederville

    Modern Mexican

    Zambrero's fervent following stems from its 'fresh food done fast' ethos. Supporting the best local produce, Zambrero is a taste explosion with slow cooked meat, handmade guacomole, homemade salsas and sauces all wrapped up in a soft tortilla.

    Address
    663 Newcastle Street, Leederville
    Phone
    6161 1254

  43. Zambrero Mt Lawley

    Zambrero Mt Lawley

    Modern Mexican

    Zambrero's fervent following stems from its 'fresh food done fast' ethos. Supporting the best local produce, Zambrero is a taste explosion with slow cooked meat, handmade guacamole, homemade salsas and sauces all wrapped up in a soft tortilla.

    Address
    625 Beaufort Street, Mt Lawley.
    Phone
    6161 9436