Restaurants & Cafés in Perth

You’ll be hard-pressed to find an Aussie who doesn’t love Japanese food. Whether it’s a piping hot bowl of miso soup with slippery noodles, a perfectly arranged platter of sashimi and sushi rolls, or a comforting chicken katsu curry to-go, the best nights are often those spent in the company of this cuisine.  In Perth, we’re no doubt spoilt for choice when it comes to Japanese dining. There's every kind of eatery for this kind of cuisine, whether it be venues for special occasions like Marumo, go-to wallet-friendly joints like Taka's Kitchen or spots that make for a fun night out like Goody Two's. This city has truly got it all, so Time Out has enlisted an expert Perth-based foodie writer to guide you on where to find Perth's best Japanese restaurants. Kanpai! 🍽 The best restaurants in Perth🍕 Where to find the best pizza in Perth🍷 Perth's greatest bars

From butter-soft Wagyu to flame-grilled sirloin, there are many ways to enjoy a great cut of beef. And here in Perth, carnivores are spoilt for choice with places to get their daily serving of protein.  To narrow down where to make a beeline for to satisfy your meaty cravings, Time Out has tasked an expert foodie with a passion for Western Australian produce to highlight the best steakhouses across the city. There are more traditional high-end steakhouses like 6Head, restaurants blending fire-grilled cuisine with foreign flavours like Venezuelan spot Angel Falls Grill, and even an eatery offering customised whisky and steak pairings, namely Samson's Paddock. There's truly a steak for every carnivore in town – here's our pick of the best steaks in Perth. Knives at the ready! 🍽 The best restaurants in Perth🍕 Where to find the best pizza in Perth🍷 Perth's greatest bars

With its sunny climate and impeccable wine and produce offerings, Perth could lay claim to being Australia’s answer to Italy. It’s no surprise, then, that Perth’s Italian dining scene is rich and extensive. From wine bars offering aperitivo and pizza, to intimate restaurants where you can share pasta over candlelight, the city's Italian restaurant scene is bustling with exciting venues. There are fresh, innovative takes on beloved classics to try at every turn, so to narrow down where to go for your pasta fix, Time Out has asked a Perth-based foodie writer for her top Italo picks. Take the intimate cucina La Madonna Nera, inventive fusion eatery Tetsun and open-air restaurant Si Paradiso that harbours a basement nightclub, to name just a few. Whichever one you choose, you’re guaranteed to be saying saluti to a stellar meal at Perth's best Italian restaurants. 🍽 The best restaurants in Perth🥘 The best Indian in Perth🍷 The best Japanese in Perth

The best Chinese restaurants in Perth celebrate the diversity of China’s eight major cuisines – from the delicately light flavours of Cantonese cuisine in the south to the tongue-numbing spice of Sichuan and Hunan Cuisines. With so much choice, you’re bound to find a place that’ll satisfy the most discerning aunties and leave you waddling out of the restaurant completely stuffed – even if the dinner conversation has erupted into the chaos that inevitably results at any big gathering.  So, sharpen your elbows and prepare to fight for the bill – here’s our guide to the best Chinese restaurants in Perth. 🥘 The best Indian food in Perth🍕 Where to find the best Italian in Perth🍷 Perth's greatest Japanese restaurants

If spicing up your life is high on your radar, then a heat-forward feast should probably be on your to-do list – via the medium of Indian cuisine, that is. There’s no better feeling than your sinuses getting their well-deserved cleanse, and we’re happy to report that there are many fantastic Indian spots in Perth where all is achievable.  There's a spot for every kind of curry craving, like homestyle comfort at Bollywood Spices Indian Cuisine in Craigie, modern vibrancy at Lions and Tigers, or inventive fusion at Jagga Daku. To help you find the restaurant that's right for you, Time Out has enlisted an expert foodie writer to come up with a list that covers the best of the best. Whether you’re after a new-wave dish that’s mild in bite or an authentic plate that’ll knock your socks off, our guide to the best Indian restaurants in Perth will have you on your merry way to flavourtown. 🍽 The best restaurants in Perth🍕 The best Italian in Perth🍷 The best Japanese in Perth

Perth's pizza game has levelled up over the past few years, and we now have everything from Neapolitan and Roman-style pizzas to New York slices and our very own Aussie creations. Whether they're woodfired in purpose-built ovens or crisped to perfection in specialist electric and stone ovens, Perth's best pizza features the freshest and finest ingredients from Australia and abroad. Family-owned Monsterella is a fan favourite for its naturally risen 48-hour dough, while Il Locale Pizzeria is so popular that it's expanded to six locations across Western Australia. Here, in no particular order, are some of the best pizzas in Perth, as chosen by our local dough experts. 🍝 The best Italian restaurants in Perth🍔 The best burgers in Perth🍷 The best bars in Perth

There’s no doubt about it, Perth's burger game is strong. With smashed patties galore, beefy numbers dripping juice all over town and even some wildly tasty vegan options on the cards, there's a bite for every appetite. The scene is vast, and knowing where to start can leave you feeling a little smashed yourself. Lucky for you, Time Out has an expert foodie on the case to stack together all the best of the best spots in one list. Below, you'll find your guide to where to satisfy that burger craving, like cult-favourite Hoodburger bringing retro American diner vibes, BurgerFreak with super creative combos, plus star-studded spot Compton Burgers. If your stomach is being indecisive, we’re here to guide you in the direction of the best burgers in Perth.  🍝 Perth's best Italian restaurants🍷 The best bars in Perth🍕 Perth's top pizzerias

Mexican food hasn't always been a staple of the Australian restaurant scene, but we've embraced the cuisine with gusto over the past few years. And there's something about Perth's gorgeous weather that cries out for the fresh, zesty flavours of Mexico. It's a scientific fact (well, we made this up, but we're pretty sure it's true) that tequila and Mexican beer also taste better when the sun is shining – so Perth is the perfect place to enjoy a Mexican tipple, as well. Our city is home to a collection of loco Mexican joints well worth a visit, so Time Out has enlisted a Perth-based foodie fanatic to recommend you the best Mex restaurants and bars. There's a spot for every kind of taco-craving, like a mezcal-fueled late night at Jalisco, birra-style eats oozing with cheese at Don Birria and laid-back, family fun at Mexican Kitchen. Whether you’re searching for the perfect date location or embarking on a tequila cocktail operation with the girls, here are the best Mexican restaurants in Perth. Vamos de fiesta! 🍽 The best restaurants in Perth🍕 Where to find the best pizza in Perth🍷 Perth's greatest bars