Perth’s latest rooftop bar sits atop the statement-making QT. The industrially styled space offers both indoor and outdoor seating and has become one of the busiest spots in the city to see in a Friday or Saturday night thanks to it being open to hotel guests and members of the public alike. Settle in to watch the sun set, whilst sipping on one of the elaborate cocktails available. Level 18/133 Murray Street, Perth; qthotelsandresorts.com.

Natural wine specialist Wines of While is a newcomer to Northbridge but as already proven itself a firm favourite for the much loved dining precinct. Partly down to its ample array of specialty brews (from wine to beer) that can be purchased and enjoyed in store or taken home for savouring on the couch. To top it all off, the intimate venue also serves up heaping bowls of fresh pasta, and various bar bites, from cheese to terrine. 458 William Street, Perth; winesofwhile.com

Whether grape or grain, Lalla Rookh has it covered. The smart pub vibe of the front bar and courtyard is perfect for the larger group, while the intimate vibe in the Wine Store, accessed from Sherwood Court, or the rear of the restaurant is perfect for discovering Sommelier Jeremy Prus’ latest finds. If you can’t decide what you’re after, put things in the chef’s capable hands by opting for the six course ‘Il Capo’ menu. 77 St Georges Tce, Perth lallarookh.com.au

There’s few places that can take you from morning to night like Petition. It’s the Beer Corner and Wine Store that you’ll want to head to on a Friday. Beer Corner has one of Perth’s finest tap lists, ever changing, with regular tap takeovers and trained cicerones to give you the inside track on the list. In the Wine Store, Emma Farrelly oversees a list that lives up to her reputation as one of Perth’s best Somms. State Buildings, Corner St Georges Tce & Barrack St, Perth, petitionperth.com

Clandestine drinking den Santini Bar is a second offering from the QT Perth. Settled behind the lavish eatery of the same name, the bar boasts an Italian-inspired menu for both its fare and accompanying tipple. A slew of artisanal takes on classic cocktails have been woven into the menu, accompanied by plenty of Italian wines, and equally Mediterranean nibbles. Level 18/133 Murray Street, Perth; santinibarandgrill.com.au.

Part restaurant, part basement bar, this is the place for the committed whiskey lover. The back bar would make a homesick Kentuckian cry. The choice of straight bourbon and rye from the Bluegrass State ranges in well over 60 bottles, before you add in whiskey from Tennessee, Texas, and beyond. If you’re a novice and don’t know where to start, just ask as the staff are knowledgeable and enthusiastic. 75 King St, Perth, varnishonking.com

Back in the early days of Perth’s small bar scene, Helvetica was a revelation for the CBD crowd. A bar that feels distinctly un-Perth, from it’s laneway location to the breadth of its offering. Things may have changed in the bar scene, but Helvetica is still scaling the heights. With one of the cities best whisky offerings and the bartenders to back it up, Helvetica is equal parts bar to single malt education. Off Howard Lane, 101 St Georges Terrace, Perth, helveticabar.com.au

One of the original crowd of Northbridge cocktail bars, Mechanics Institute continues to sling some of the best cocktails in the city. From the well-honed cocktail list on rotation, to just asking for a classic, or dare we say a beer, they’ll kick your Friday night off. Burgers courtesy of the Flipside down on William Street are an added plus. 222 William St (entry rear laneway), Northbridge, mechanicsinstitutebar.com.au

With its roof terrace and garden, The Standard is prime Friday real estate. On the border of Northbridge and the CBD, rosé is the go here with a list that puts others in the shade. That said, the rest of the list is strong, from something with fizz to reds for the cooler months, beer and a decent cocktail list. Chef Chase Weber’s food is another reason to make this a regular Friday haunt. 28 Roe Street, Northbridge, Perth, thestandardperth.com.au

This pocket of West Leederville has been lifting its game in recent years and with the arrival of Nowhereman it’s officially arrived. The on site brewery is overseen by man mountain Paul Wyman, the one time brewer at both Colonial Brewing Co. in Margaret River and The Monk in Fremantle. With a credible lineup of house beers he’s turning his attention to collaborations with the likes of Pound Coffee. Throw in a serious dedication to the house playlist and pizza until late and there’s no better beer focused place to be. 25 Harrogate St, West Leederville, nowhereman.com.au

A neighbourhood bar with serious charm, Clarences is your one stop Friday night. The interior mixes sophisticated cocktail bar with makeshift outdoor terrace. A solid burger offering and light bites lines up alongside good booze. With one of Perth’s best negroni’s, the crew at Clarence’s are also adept at slinging a few good brews and chatting new wave winemakers. 566 Beaufort St, Mount Lawley, clarences.com.au

Adjoining the Flying Scotsman, Caboose is a serious spot for the beer lovers of Mount Lawley. This US styled taproom has 12 taps on rotation. The selection isn’t purely parochial, with the best of WA joined by eastern states craft favourites and an international bottle and can selection. Food is very much down the pub classic line; perfect beer food. 639 Beaufort St, Mount Lawley, caboosebeer.com/food

While Freo is for many a beer destination (home to Little Creatures and The Monk Brewery Kitchen), there’s more to bar life portside. Strange Company does admittedly tick the beery boxes, but the strength here is their wine list. Dive into a list of boutique wine labels from the west and across Australia, backed up by a cracking cocktail programme and bar snacks of distinction. 5 Nairn St, Fremantle WA 6160, strangecompany.com.au