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

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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

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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

With unhurried mornings, long, sun-filled afternoons, evenings shaped around sunset, this iconic beach offers an all-day experience (and it’s about to get even better).

As the sun slowly rises over the languid waves and fine sand of Broome’s Cable Beach, the morning colours shift from rich apricot to pale gold and frosty pearl. Remnants of life reveal themselves in the subtle shadows – crab claw marks, towel impressions, footprints. Life here is unhurried, but don’t be fooled. This town is continually shifting like the desert dunes that surround it.

And with a $75 million upgrade – offering easier and more inclusive access for people of all abilities – it’s getting even better.

Cable Beach upgrade foreshore redevelopment stage 1 — Discover the Cable Beach redevelopment.

The addition of comfortable and welcoming spaces has begun (and will continue). This means visitors will be able to spend longer enjoying this beautiful environment, while knowing that the upgrade will create a more environmentally protected setting that preserves the natural character visitors come for. Come sunset, soak it in all the better thanks to the already improved foreshore areas, made for lingering while the light changes. And for the kids, a new splash park and accessible dry playground will make it easy to while away the hours.

Think you know what a day at this beach is like? Think again.

Morning colours

car on cable beach at sunrise — Cable Beach comes alive after sunrise. (Credit: Tourism WA)

As the sun colours the sky, Cable Beach shows signs of life (and not just the aquatic kind). Locals and visitors alike float in the cool water as it laps the shore, landlubbers explore the coast on foot, runners pace and beachside yoga classes bring quiet movement to the day.

When the sky is blue and the sun is firmly in position, head down to the well-known Cable Beach House for a long, slow breakfast overlooking the ocean. Think fresh tropical fruit, eggs cooked your way and strong coffee in the warm morning breeze.

Afternoon adventures

camel train on cable beach in broome at sunset — Join a camel train at sunset. (Credit: C J Maddock)

When you’re ready to explore, carve a path along the Minyirr Park Trail – a gentle 1.5-2km track through coastal bushland with spectacular views of the dunes. Refuel at the nearby Spinifex Brewery for lunch with its low-key, outdoor beer garden. There’s even an outdoor playground if you’re travelling with young humans.

Walk off your lazy lunch by watching (or joining) one of the beach soccer or volleyball games, or even try Silent Beats Broome – a silent walking disco through the dunes. Or book a spot on the famous camel trains, watching the sun drop below the horizon along the way. They’re a constant reminder of the fascinating history, landscape and cultural mix in this part of the country.

Evening degustation

server at Cable Beach Club — Stop into the Cable Beach Club. (Credit: Tourism WA)

As the day closes, watch the world-famous Cable Beach sunset from the appropriately named Sunset Grill at Cable Beach Club. This open-air terraced dining spot overlooking the beach is the kind of place where the view takes centre stage.

While you sip on a lychee, lime & lemonade mocktail or a local beer, enjoy the bustle of life and nature outside as the day comes to an end.

For dinner, nab a table at the Bali Hai Cafe, where they offer pan-fried crispy barramundi, Abrolhos Island scallops and deep-sea snow crab. When you’re ready for bed, check in to Pinctada Hotel Broome – a lush, tropical resort with palm-dotted gardens and a large, lagoon-style pool to cool off in.

Beyond the beach

Beyond the wide, open beach and never-ending sky of Cable Beach, there are many more reasons to visit North West Australia. These are just a few.

Unmatched experiences

Shinju Matsuri Festival's popular Long Table Dinner on cable beach — Join Shinju Matsuri Festival’s popular Long Table Dinner. (Credit: Tourism WA)

Engage with the history of the land and its people on an Indigenous cultural tour exploring everything from the local wildlife to the tastes of bush tucker. To understand the importance of pearling to this town, take a tour of Chinatown, or head outside of town to the live pearl harvests at Willie Creek or Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm, one of Australia’s oldest pearl farms.

Learn why Japanese pearlers were central to Broome’s pearling success and visit the largest Japanese cemetery in Australia, where 900 Japanese pearlers were buried – a testament to the risks and rewards of this dangerous profession.

And book ahead every spring for when communal tables, freshly cooked local fare and festoon lighting fill the beach for the extremely popular Long Table Dinner on Cable Beach. It’s a highlight of the Shinju Matsuri Festival, along with the Floating Lanterns Matsuri, where you can personalise a lantern and gently release it into the sea to honour those you love.

Dining discoveries

Further your culinary adventure at the laid-back Sunday Sesh at Matso’s Broome Brewery. Chow down on smoked crocodile or Aussie barramundi while kicking back to a local DJ as the heat of the day fades.

For more tunes, the beautiful outdoor Bay Club at the Mangrove Hotel is a great choice for dinner with live music, DJs or an event that stretches on into the early hours. Still hungry? Pop by Johnny Sausage for Italian-influenced meals paired with impeccable wines.

Natural beauties

Gantheaume Point cabnle beach broome — Experience the striking colours of Gantheaume Point. (Credit: Tourism WA)

Avoid the crowds and head to Town Beach for a quieter vantage point to see the phenomenal Staircase to the Moon – a natural illusion where the rising full moon is reflected on the tidal flats, creating a shimmering ‘staircase’ stretching up to the sky.

Just south of Cable Beach are the deep red cliffs and dramatic ocean views of Gantheaume Point, where 130-million-year-old dinosaur footprints can be seen, revealed at low tide. Or head to Roebuck Bay to visit the internationally significant wetlands, where vast tidal flats are home to shorebirds and coastal fauna.

Between October and March, watch turtles nesting and hatchlings emerge from the sand. You’ll be holding your breath as they make their way down to the shoreline, ready to start their life in one of Australia’s most beautiful landscapes.

For more on Cable Beach and Australia’s North West, visit australiasnorthwest.com.

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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Morning colours

Afternoon adventures

Evening degustation