Must-see restaurants in Western Australia

  • Cullen Wines

    West Coast Australia

    Grapes were first planted here in 1966, and Cullen has an ongoing commitment to organic and biodynamic principles in both food and wine. Celebrating a…

  • Wharf Restaurant

    Broome

    Settle back for a long, lazy seafood lunch with waterside ambience and the chance of a whale sighting. OK, it's pricey and the service fluctuates, but the…

  • Pourhouse Bar & Kitchen

    West Coast Australia

    An unpretentious modern pub, with comfy couches, weekend DJs and an upstairs terrace, the Elevator Bar. The pizzas are varied, and burgers come in a…

  • Cheese Barrel

    West Coast Australia

    Rope together some travelling amigos for a high-end cheeseboard and wine flight from the adjacent Olive Farm Wines, then stock up on cheeses for on-the…

  • Taylor St Quarters

    Southern WA

    This sprawling cafe by the jetty serves fish tacos, burgers, seafood and salads. Locals hang out at the tables on the grass or on the covered terrace. It…

  • Cafe Yasou

    West Coast Australia

    This sunny cafe serves excellent coffee and a Med-inspired menu, including a grilled-halloumi and peach salad, crispy fish tortillas with apple slaw and…

  • Holy Smoke

    West Coast Australia

    A gourmet cafe outpost for Holy Smoke, the gourmet food suppliers in nearby Manjimup. This small garden cafe serves the best coffee in town plus a…

  • Pinjarra Bakery & Patisserie

    West Coast Australia

    The coffee at this cavernous backstreet bakehouse passes muster, but what you're really here for is hot pies (go for the pepper beef), plus wraps, rolls,…

  • Piper Lane Cafe

    West Coast Australia

    With an alleyway strewn with mismatched furniture, Piper's is primarily a brunch joint serving brekkie burritos, smashed avo on sourdough with beetroot…

  • Lamont's

    West Coast Australia

    Look forward to lazy tastings and heaving plates of tapas (shaved pastrami with black-olive salsa, coconut crumbed prawns) under the wide WA sky. The wine…

  • Union Kitchen

    West Coast Australia

    Unionise your hangover at this marina-side cafe: a big bowl of chilli mussels with fresh bread will right your rudder, or maybe some pumpkin-and-leek…

  • Occy's Food & Brews

    West Coast Australia

    Best bet for families or large groups, Occy's does not disappoint, from its colourful street front to its friendly staff serving crowd-pleasers such as…

  • Central Hotel Restaurant

    Western Australia

    In the evenings, this place fills up with a lively crowd of miners, younger locals and visitors, with many congregating around the bar (standard beers on…

  • Blanche Bar

    West Coast Australia

    A popular spot for after-work cocktails and beers (craft brews as well as good ol' Emu), Blanche aims to dazzle with its culinary repertoire of globally…

  • Relish

    Western Australia

    Coffee can be hit and miss here, but the breakfasts are uniformly good: these include freshly made waffles, eggs Benny and more. Lunch brings interesting…

  • Ironwood Estate Wines

    Southern WA

    Bailey, the friendly labradoodle, usually welcomes visitors who come to enjoy the stunning Porongurup views at Ironwood's tasting room, where you can…

  • Nao

    Perth

    Asian students, CBD desk jockeys and savvy foodies all gravitate to this spot serving the best Japanese-style ramen in town. At peak times you'll need to…

  • Bumbak's

    West Coast Australia

    Bumbak's, a working banana and mango plantation about 10km north of town (signposted off the highway), sells a variety of fresh and dried fruit, preserves…

  • Soul Karratha

    West Coast Australia

    City-style sophisticated breakfasts (until 11am) are followed by an all-day menu of crowd-pleasers, from gourmet burgers to tempting share plates (sliders…

  • Dhuey's Fish Market & Takeaway

    West Coast Australia

    Stocked with 100% WA seafood, Dhuey's sells fresh and cooked Shark Bay crabs, snapper, whiting, barramundi, red emperor, Exmouth tiger prawns…all with…

  • Pilbara Room Restaurant

    West Coast Australia

    The Pilbara Room is a solid local favourite for hearty cooked breakfasts, generous servings of surf 'n' turf in the evenings and more creative fare, such…

  • Pinelli Estate Wines

    West Coast Australia

    Low-key and old school, Pinelli plates up authentic Italian risottos, platters, pastas and meaty mains. Order a bottle of its summer-fresh chenin blanc…

  • Twilight Hawkers Market

    Perth

    Ethnic food stalls bring the flavours and aromas of the world to central Perth on Friday nights in spring and summer. Combine your Turkish gözleme …

  • Studio Bistro

    West Coast Australia

    Studio Bistro's gallery focuses on Australian artists, while the garden restaurant showcases subtle dishes such as pan-fried fish with cauliflower cream,…

  • Kalamunda Farmers Market

    West Coast Australia

    One of the Perth area's best farmers markets, with up to 70 stalls and some rather good buskers. There are lots of street eats – don't even think about…

  • Wongan Hills Bakery & Cafe

    West Coast Australia

    In WA's wheat-belt towns, a visit to the local bakery is generally rewarding. Wongan Hills' version does sandwiches, rolls and wraps made to order, plus…

  • Watershed Premium Wines

    West Coast Australia

    Famous for its 'Awakening' cabernet sauvignon, and regularly rated one of WA's best vineyard restaurants, Watershed offers dining options that include an…

  • Tarts

    Perth

    Choose from massive tarts piled with berries, apples or lime curd; rich scrambled eggs tumbling off thickly sliced sourdough; and reviving Buddha bowls…

  • Seaspray Beach Cafe

    West Coast Australia

    Particularly popular for its imaginative breakfasts, Seaspray cooks up large portions of eggs Benedict with smoked salmon, scrambled eggs with spinach,…

  • Jaffle Shack - Foreshore

    West Coast Australia

    Inside an old shipping container, the beachside shack doles out coffee and tasty toasted sandwiches (from beans and mozzarella to smoked salmon, asparagus…

  • Wild & Woods

    West Coast Australia

    Wild & Woods' Australia-meets-Scandinavia decor is a relaxing backdrop for excellent breakfasts and counter food like falafel wraps for lunch. Fresh…

  • Gorges Café

    West Coast Australia

    Just opposite the jetty, Gorges has excellent breakfasts and lunches, and bright friendly service. Look forward to the best coffee in town, ace eggy…

  • Subiaco Farmers Market

    Perth

    Every Saturday morning this market fills with gourmet-food stalls, fresh fruit and veg, naturally leavened breads, fresh flowers, pretty cupcakes and live…

  • Bill's on the Ningaloo Reef

    West Coast Australia

    The interior courtyard at Bill's is a fine spot to enjoy a menu of classic hits (burgers, fish tacos, catch of the day) prepared with flair. Try the…

  • Perth City Farm

    Perth

    Local organic producers sell eggs, fruit, vegetables and bread at the Saturday-morning markets, and there's an excellent cafe on-site from Monday to…

  • A Taste of Thai by Fon

    West Coast Australia

    Authentic Thai flavours add spice to Carnarvon's dining scene. Ask Fon to kick the heat up a notch when she makes your red, green or mussuman curry, or…

  • Swings & Roundabouts Taphouse

    Margaret River

    Wine from its nearby vineyards and craft beer are served with tapas plates and gourmet pizzas, making this a popular cosmopolitan option at the northern…

  • Forest Fresh Marron

    West Coast Australia

    Live, sustainably farmed marron (fresh water crayfish) for sale. Transport packs – to keep the wee beasties alive for up to 30 hours – and cooking pots…

  • Moreton Bay Cafe

    West Coast Australia

    This cute little place serves daytime coffee, sandwiches and cakes (with some Asian dishes too), then an evening menu of decent Thai and Chinese mains …

  • Toastface Grillah

    Perth

    Vibrant street art, excellent coffee and a sneaky laneway location combine with interesting toasted sandwiches such as the 'Pear Grillz' with blue cheese,…