Whether you’re craving a hearty Italian feast, a Euro-inspired gourmet meal or a seasonal platter to share, there’s a restaurant to satisfy every palate in Australia’s own City of Light. To help you decide where to eat in Perth, we’ve compiled a list of favourites for every mood and budget – and during American Express delicious. Month Out, American Express Card Members can savour more on these offers by receiving up to $25 back per Card, via a 20% credit per transaction* between 1 May – 2 June 2024 when they save the exclusive Amex offer to their eligible Card and spend at any of the 50,000+ participating businesses. *Enrolments limited. Exclusions, T&Cs apply.
Settle in beneath the beautiful Champagne gold lights and tuck into a meal from what is possibly the world’s most recognised Japanese restaurant. Known for its innovative fusion of traditional Japanese cuisine with South American flavours, when first dining at Nobu chef Matsuhisa recommends trying the multi-course tasting menu – which will be easier on the wallet for the entire month of May for American Express delicious. Month Out. Nobu, Crown Metropol Perth, Great Eastern Hwy
It’s all about the quirk in this fun vibrant bar in the CBD. Relax on a lounge near the candle-wax covered piano or venture into the colourful courtyard. The focus is the eclectic cocktail list. Whether you’re in the mood for a Cheeky pash (white rum, passionfruit, elderflower, fresh orange) or Peachy keen (gin, peach, orgeat, cranberry, rosemary) for a Donkey punch (gold rum, montenegro, grapefruit, maraschino, lemon), there’s a cocktail to suit all tastes. Cheeky Sparrow, 317 Murray St, Perth
This intimate bar was part of the first wave of small bars to open in Perth. The dark interior with exposed brick walls and plush velvet lounges creates an atmospheric setting to enjoy a quiet cocktail or two. The owners have cleverly teamed up with restaurant neighbours Francoforte to offer creative Italian dishes. Think Guanciale carbonara – cured pork cheek, pecorino cheese and free-range egg, and Squid in vino – garlic, anchovy, chickpeas, spinach and capers. Ezra Pound, 189 William St, Northbridge.
A High Cheese and Champagne? Yes, please. Garlic and rosemary camembert baked inside a crunchy cob loaf, melted raclette cheese over roasted potatoes and cured meats, and a goat’s cheese inspired pudding are just a few of the selections on the four-tier stand. Relish an afternoon of indulgence in the decadent surrounds of leather lounges and a rich palette of red, peach and gold. La Vie Champagne Lounge, Crown Perth, Great Eastern Highway, Burswood.
Whether it’s the quiet courtyard, the buzzing bar, or a table in the glamorous dining room adorned with heavy burgundy curtains, this space is designed for big groups and happy times. Go for the full Lalla Rookh experience and order the il Capo (six course feed me menu) influenced by seasonal local produce, or share a piping hot pizza. The sommelier will help you find the perfect wine to match the meals from both Italian and local regions. Lalla Rookh, Lower Ground, 77 St Georges Terrace, Perth
An industrial-chic space with a New York-inspired interior, this sophisticated bar and restaurant serves modern European cuisine with a French wine list to match. Begin the day with Mushroom medley, truffle hollandaise, fried egg on rye bread, or indulge in a long lunch or dinner with Slow cooked lamb ribs, green pea puree, snow peas and rosemary jus, or Chargrilled Abrolhos octopus, roasted kipfler potato, fennel salad and romesco. Sentinel Bar and Grill, 111 St George’s Terrace, Perth
Self-dubbed as ‘naturally naughty’ Funk creates ciders and wine from real fruit with no extra sugar. Signature drinks include passion8 cider and sweet oaked cider, and natural wines range from Tempranillo to Verdelho Chenin. Head to the fermentation playground at Funk Brewhouse and try a tasting paddle while you tuck into a Farmer’s Board sitting outside amongst the trees. Funk Brewshed, 55 Benara Rd, Caversham
Modern Japanese sharing dishes, a comprehensive sake list and a great selection of cocktails make this an enticing venue to visit for lunch or dinner. Dine alfresco on the verandah overlooking the streetscape or gaze at the anime-inspired artwork inside while sharing a Chef’s sashimi platter or Teishoku set. If you visit on the weekend, splash out on a Bottomless lunch. FURAIBO Izakaya Bar & Restaurant ,300 Murray St, Perth
Barriga llena corazon contento – ‘full stomach, happy heart’ is how you will feel in the laid-back atmosphere channeling the seaside tapas bars in San Sebastian. Focusing on fresh produce from local fishers and producers, standout tapas include the Barramundi churros, Abrohlos Island scallop with roast fennel cream and the Dardanup beef carpaccio with shallot puree, manchego and balsamic pearls. Wash it down with a jug of rose sangria. Rustico Tapas and Wine Bar,19/61 Rockingham Beach Rd, Rockingham
Get lost in this bold and innovative venue spread across three floors in the restored Royal Insurance building in the CBD. Think 1920s brasserie meets contemporary wine bar. The menus focus on dishes sourced from local small-scale fishers, farmers and producers, and there are more than 50 wines poured by the glass. The Heritage, 131 St Georges Terrace, Perth
Settle into a private booth, perch at a bar or grab a table, there are plenty of options in this light welcoming space overlooking leafy Central Park. Indulge in a cocktail or a local craft beer after work and share some tapas. There’s a great choice of salads and pub classics to get you through the night. Gramercy Bar & Kitchen, Central Park, 10/777 Hay St, Perth
This popular waterfront venue is the place to watch the sunset over the Swan River. Sip on a cocktail during a Sunday Session on the rooftop then head to the dining room to feast on dishes made from locally sourced produce. There’s WA Gold-band snapper with caponata, olive crumb and basil oil, Shark Bay tiger prawns and Linley Valley pork belly to whet the appetite. The Point Rooftop Bar, 306 Riverside Drive, East Perth
Cosy booths, comfy lounges and colourful décor invite you to hang for a while and soak in the view over the Swan River. Gather your friends, there’s an outdoor terrace and bar with tables perfect for sharing the Charcuterie or Pescatarian boards. The menu is modern Australian and the wine list is long. Rambla on Swan, 85 South Perth Esplanade, South Perth
Beautifully decorated, Angel’s House is a traditional bistrot that prides itself on the French sensibility of fresh and seasonal everything. From the fresh caught salmon gravlax to the homemade bread, even the parsley in the Escargot en Persillade comes from a nearby garden. They also have an exceptional selection of Australian and French wines, carefully selected by a team of in-house experts. 24 Essex St, Fremantle. Angel’s House, 24 Essex St, Fremantle. Find out more at www.amex.com.au/delicious
