16 Of The Best Cafes In Perth

To make sure you get your day started right, we’ve found the best cafes in Perth.

If there’s one thing Aussies do brilliantly, it’s mornings: breakfast, brunch and coffee. Humble yet spirited, Perth brims with cafes that nail the art of morning fare – from inventive bakeries to laid-back neighbourhood haunts.

Here are 19 spots you absolutely must visit.

The shortlist

Best for dog-friendly dining: Mary St Bakery
Great for special occasions: Tiisch
Best design: Dine by Arrival Hall
Best for groups: Petition

1. Abacus Espresso

pouring milk into a cup at Abacus Espresso, Perth — Savour a top-notch brew. (Image: Abacus Espresso)

Tucked into Leederville’s Electric Lane, this laneway gem blends snug charm with buzzy community energy. Their loaded toasties, bagels, and brioches pair beautifully with perfect coffee – best enjoyed alfresco while people-watching.

Cuisine: Bagels, toasties and pastries

Average price: $$

Atmosphere: Cosy and communal

Location: 10 Electric Lane, Leederville

2. Hemingway Cafe

a bright and spacious cafe interior at Hemingway Cafe, Perth — Indulge in Spanish pancakes in a sleek and chic space. (Image: Hemingway Cafe)

This sleek CBD cafe feels modern without pretence. Expect refined coffee, inventive savoury bites like crab BLTs or Spanish potato pancakes in a chic, industrial space. Note: open only weekdays.

Cuisine: Specialty coffee + inventive breakfast

Average price: $$

Atmosphere: Contemporary and slick

Location: 152–158 St Georges Terrace, Perth

3. Tiisch

brunch at Tiisch, Perth — Enjoy in generous brunch plates at Tiisch.

Tiisch offers brekkie and brunch with a touch of decadence, with free-flowing bubbles and cocktails, and all-day bites like pan-fried gnocchi with butternut pumpkin, toasted pine nuts and sage. If you’re in the mood for indulgence, this is the place.

Cuisine: Brunch and bottomless cocktails

Average price: $$–$$$

Atmosphere: Fun and lively

Location: 9B, 938 Hay St (corner Milligan St), Perth

4. Deli Gabe

the pastry house exterior of Deli Gabe, Perth — Grab a seriously tasty pastry from Deli Gabe.

A toastie transcends its format when it’s layered with Manjimup black truffles, curing prosciutto, and four-cheese bliss on slow-fermented sourdough. This masterpiece alone is worth the trip to Deli Gabe , but there are also an enticing range of donuts and bagels on offer, too, as well as the much-loved strawberry matcha.

Cuisine: Gourmet breakfast

Average price: $$

Atmosphere: Unpretentious and homey

Location: 97 Murray St, Perth

5. Dine by Arrival Hall

the aesthetic cafe interior at Dine by Arrival Hall, Perth — Settle into the aesthetic cafe and enjoy your brunch in style.

Part cafe, part design showroom, this Northbridge venue pairs kimchi and miso pork belly scrambled eggs with designer homewares – a match made for those who brunch stylishly.

Cuisine: Designer brunch

Average price: $$$

Atmosphere: Trendy and aesthetic

Location: 162 Aberdeen St, Northbridge

6. Forklore

a close-up shot of a vegetable sandwich at Forklore, Perth — Tuck into flavourful brunch classics with an Asian twist.

Folklore offers a serene setting with a playful edge. Minimalist interiors softened by lush greenery house creatively bold breakfast fare like udon with cod roe or croissants shaped like onigiri.

Cuisine: East-Asian-influenced brunch

Average price: $$

Atmosphere: Calm and artful

Location: Suite 11, 102 Railway St, Perth

7. Mount Street Breakfast Bar

breakfast plates with coffee at Mount Street Breakfast Bar, Perth — Order one of the classics or something different like Shark Bay chilli crab scrambled eggs with sourdough.

Mount Street Breakfast Bar is a leafy oasis in West Perth’s Kings Park precinct. Local produce shines in dishes such as their standout Shark Bay chilli crab scramble that feels both grounded and unexpected.

Cuisine: Classic breakfast with local flair

Average price: $$

Atmosphere: Quiet, leafy, relaxed

Location: 42 Mount St, Perth

8. Cafe Melograno

generous breakfast plates with coffee and juice at Cafe Melograno, Perth — Cafe Melograno serves up generous breakfasts all day.

Tucked into Subiaco’s Heytesbury Road, Cafe Melograno is a feel-good neighbourhood haven serving specialty coffee, hearty breakfasts and gourmet lunches like smashed avo, Turkish eggs and Korean steak rolls. Open early weekdays and weekends, its sunny outdoor seating and friendly service make it a favourite for locals and visitors alike.

Cuisine: All-day cafe

Average price: $$

Atmosphere: Warm and homey

Location: 67 Heytesbury Road, Subiaco

9. Community Coffee Co

people dining outside Community Coffee Co, Perth — Make a beeline for egg sandwiches at Community Coffee Co. (Image: Helm Media)

A Subiaco local gem for sandwich lovers, Community Coffee Co offers nostalgic favourites like egg sandwiches or hearty vegetarian options, all served with expertly roasted Loot coffee.

Cuisine: Cafe sandwiches and quality coffee

Average price: $

Atmosphere: Friendly and neighbourly

Location: 292a Barker Rd, Subiaco

10. SHOP 1875

a person at the counter browsing the menu at SHOP 1875, Perth — SHOP 1875 is a reimagined corner store.

In a hurry? Nestled in the State Buildings, this cafe-meets-corner store serves smart grab-and-go fare like mushroom-provolone toasties and Miller & Baker pastries.

Cuisine: Takeaway cafe fare

Average price: $$

Atmosphere: Compact and refined

Location: State Buildings (Barrack St & St Georges Tce), Perth

11. Mary Street Bakery

a cup of coffee at Mary Street Bakery, Perth — Grab a coffee to pair with your pastry at Mary Street Bakery.

Iconic across WA, Mary Street Bakery’s West Leederville outpost serves comforting brunch alongside inventive pastries. Doughnuts or buttermilk fried chicken pancakes, anyone?

Cuisine: Pastries and hearty brunch

Average price: $$

Atmosphere: Spacious, casual, dependable

Location: 272 Railway Parade, West Leederville

12. Boucla

At Boucla , eclectic tapestries set the scene for Mediterranean-inspired breakfast (Think: Zucchini mint fritters with tzatziki, rose harissa, halloumi and rocket) and a sweet souffra custard cake that deserves its own Instagram follow.

Cuisine: Mediterranean brunch and sweets

Average price: $$

Atmosphere: Artistic, welcoming, quirky

Location: 349 Rokeby Road, Subiaco

13. Hylin

a plate of smashed avo at Hylin, Perth — Smashed avo with ricotta, peas, spinach, lemon, mint and wasabi peas on toasted ciabatta.

Architecturally tailored and promising substantial breakfasts, Hylin offers a diverse menu that strikes the right balance between classic and bolder brunch ambition. Think: Hylin shakshuka with baked eggs, tangy tomato, roasted pepper sauce, feta, coriander, and garlic toasted sourdough or the Korean Sticky Chicken with chilli scrambled eggs, chilli crunch, Korean potato cake, coriander and lime dressing, sesame seeds and spring onions.

Cuisine: Brunch

Average price: $$

Atmosphere: Sleek and polished

Location: 178 Railway Parade, West Leederville

14. Petition

Located in Perth’s historic State Buildings, Petition is a mod-Aus eatery serving breakfast through to dinner. The brekkie menu highlights local and seasonal produce, from simple porridge and toast to more substantial options. A standout is the breakfast burger – potato hash brown, fried egg, bacon, cheese, and smoky tomato relish in a soft bun – which has become a favourite among regulars.

Cuisine: Modern Australian

Average price: $$$

Atmosphere: Bright and social

Location: State Buildings, Cnr St Georges Terrace & Barrack Street, Perth

15. Sayers Sister

Northbridge’s laidback staple Sayers Sister delivers hearty portions – like grilled halloumi with dukkah-topped avo and poached eggs, served with that reassuring hometown embrace in an eclectic space.

Cuisine: Hearty, eclectic brunch

Average price: $$

Atmosphere: Cosy and friendly

Location: 236 Lake St, Perth

16. Yefsi at Attika

a table-top view of brunch plates at Yefsi — Late risers unite for brunch at Yefsi.

Geared for late risers, this Northbridge cafe opens close to midday and pairs strong coffee with delightful Greek desserts like baklava or loukoumades in a Mediterranean-style space.

Cuisine: Greekinspired sweets and late brunch

Average price: $$

Atmosphere: Casual and approachable

Location: 279 Newcastle Street, Northbridge

Time your visit to Margaret River just right, and you can spend the ultimate weekend wining, dining and exploring the region with Pair’d Margaret River Region x Range Rover.

Wine, world-class produce, surf, sun and beaches: it’s an alluring combination. And the reason so many pin the Margaret River region high on their travel hit-lists. There’s drawcard after drawcard to the southwestern corner of Western Australia, and the Pair’d Margaret River Region x Range Rover food and wine festival showcases the best of it over the course of one weekend in November. It’s never been easier to sip, see and savour the Margaret River region.

In partnership with Pair’d Margaret River Region, Range Rover invites you on a seven-day itinerary of refined adventure, where luxury and exploration go hand in hand. It’s the perfect WA road trip, and there’s no better way to do it than in a Range Rover.

Day 1

the pool at Pullman Bunker Bay — Check into Pullman Bunker Bay.

There’s no more popular West Australian road trip route than that between Perth and the Margaret River Region. It’s an easily digestible, three-hour drive, with worthy pit stops along the way.

Make the first of them one hour and 15 minutes in, at Lake Clifton. Here, find a 2000-year-old living thrombolite reef. Drive for a further 40 minutes and chance meeting some of Bunbury’s dolphin population at Koombana Bay.

Pullman Bunker Bay is the final stop, just over three hours south of Perth. This beachfront, five-star resort is the ultimate base for exploring the Margaret River Wine region.

Day 2

After a leisurely morning breakfast with an ocean view, start your Range Rover and head towards the Dunsborough town centre. Browsing the decidedly coastal-themed goods of the town’s many independent boutiques is a great way to while away the hours, breaking up the sartorial with an artisan gelato snack stop, or some good old-fashioned Australian bakery fare.

Leave room; you’ll need it for the Good Natured Gathering dinner at Wayfinder. Indulge in a four-course feast by chef Felipe Montiel, which uses produce from the winery’s market garden to enhance a selection of sustainably sourced seafood and meat. But food is just the support act. It’s organic wine that’s the star of the show, generously poured and expertly paired to each dish.

Day 3

Settle in for cabernet at Cape Mentelle Winery.

With a grand total of 20 wines from vintage 2022 to try, it’s a good thing Cape Mentelle’s International Cabernet Tasting kicks off early. Make your way to the estate for a 10:00 AM start, where a global selection of wines will be poured blind, before a long lunch by Tiller Dining is served.

Given that the Margaret River is responsible for more than 20 per cent of Australia’s fine wine production, it’s only right to delve into it while in the area.

Continue exploring the region via taste and terroir aboard Alison Maree, a whale-watching catamaran, as you cruise Geographe Bay . Admire the rolling green hills and crisp white beaches of Quindalup in sunset’s golden light, all the while sipping through the Clairault Streicker catalogue and dining on canapes.

For a more substantial dinner, venture into Busselton for a seven-course British x Australian mash-up , courtesy of Brendan Pratt (Busselton Pavilion) and Oliver Kent (Updown Farmhouse, UK). They’ll be putting their rustic yet refined spin on the likes of local marron, wagyu and abalone – championing the simple beauty of the world-class ingredients.

Day 4

Wrap your fingers around a wine glass and wiggle your toes into the sand at Pair’d Beach Club x Range Rover on Meelup Beach. Sit down to an intimate wine session with sommelier Cyndal Petty – or a four-course feast by Aaron Carr of Yarri – and revel in the open-air beach club, bar and restaurant’s laidback coastal vibe. It’s a whole new way to experience one of the region’s most renowned beaches.

Follow up a day in the sun with a casual Italian party at Mr Barvel Wines . Purchase wines –including the elusive, sold-out Nebbia – by the glass and enjoy canapes with the towering Karri forest as a backdrop.

If you’d prefer to keep it local, head to Skigh Wines for the New Wave Gathering , where the region’s independent wine makers and their boundary-pushing wines will be on show. Street-style eats, a DJ and complimentary wine masterclasses complete the experience.

Day 5

pair'd Grand Tasting — Taste your way through Howard Park Wines. (Image: C J Maddock)

Spend the morning at your leisure, driving the winding roads through the Boranup Karri forest in your Range Rover. Soak in the views at Contos Beach, and call into the small cheese, chocolate and preserve producers along the way.

Make your next stop Howard Park Wines for The Grand Tasting presented by Singapore Airlines . Numerous wine labels will be pouring their catalogues over four hours, accompanied by food from chefs Matt Moran and Silvia Colloca, with live opera providing the soundtrack.

Cap off a big weekend with one last hurrah at Busselton Pavilion. Six ‘local legends’ – chefs Brendan Pratt (Busselton Pavilion), Mal Chow (Chow’s Table), Aaron Carr (Yarri), Ben Jacob (Lagoon Yallingup), Corey Rozario (Dahl Daddies) and Laura Koentjoro (Banksia Tavern) – will be preparing a dish each. Dance the night away as vinyl spins and the sun sets on another day.

Day 6

Ngilgi Cave western australia — Head underground. (Image: Tourism WA)

After a busy few days of wining and dining, it’s wise to observe a rest day. There’s no easier task than unwinding in the Margaret River Region, also famous for its high concentration of world-class beaches.

Relax on the grassy knoll as you watch the region’s most experienced surfers braving the World Surf League break at Surfer’s Point, or don your own wetsuit and try out one of Gracetown’s more beginner-friendly waves. Swimmers will find their Eden at Meelup Beach, Eagle Bay, or Point Piquet, where the sand is brilliantly white and the water as still as a backyard swimming pool.

Not into sun, sand, and surf? Head underground at Mammoth Cave, just one of the region’s many stalactite-filled caves.

Day 7

Burnt Ends event at Pair'd — Farewell the Margaret River.

Pack up your Range Rover with new favourite wines and newfound memories, ready for the three-hour journey back to Perth.

Prebook your discovery journey through the south-west corner of Western Australia with Pair’d Margaret River Region x Range Rover.

To make sure you get your day started right, we’ve found the best cafes in Perth.

The shortlist

1. Abacus Espresso

2. Hemingway Cafe

3. Tiisch

4. Deli Gabe

5. Dine by Arrival Hall

6. Forklore

7. Mount Street Breakfast Bar

8. Cafe Melograno

9. Community Coffee Co

10. SHOP 1875

11. Mary Street Bakery

12. Boucla

13. Hylin

14. Petition

15. Sayers Sister

16. Yefsi at Attika

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The ultimate Margaret River road trip itinerary for food & wine lovers

Time your visit to Margaret River just right, and you can spend the ultimate weekend wining, dining and exploring the region with Pair’d Margaret River Region x Range Rover.

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Day 5

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Day 7

Pair’d Margaret River Region is proudly owned by the Western Australian Government, through Tourism WA.