23 of the best bars in Perth to raise a glass at (2024)

Kirsty Petrides Kirsty Petrides
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Make sure you schedule a bar crawl (or two) during your next trip to sunny Perth.

Of course with the warm weather and endless sunshine, Perth is the ideal place for some remarkable rooftop bars. But it also boasts everything from martini bars and whiskey saloons, to cocktail basements and sophisticated wine and cheese bistros. These are the 23 best bars in Perth.

1. Alabama Song

Best for: Whiskey and bourbon drinkers

Alabama Song is Perth’s favourite honky tonk country bar. Expect peanuts on the tables, live music behind the chicken wire and fried chicken and cheeseburgers if you need some sustenance.

drinks on display at Alabama Song, Perth
Let a dram or two take the edge off.

Address: 232 William St, Northbridge

Opening hours: Wednesday – Saturday 6pm – 2 am; Sunday 8pm – 2am

2. Alfred’s Pizzeria

Best for: Cocktails, pizza and rock’n’roll

To the untrained eye, this might look like a city pizza joint, but Alfred’s Pizzeria is one of the best small bars in Perth. Enter through the old phone booth and descend down the stairs to the dimly-lit, timber-clad bar for an unforgettable night of wood-fired pizzas and Italian vino.

Address: 37 Barrack St, Perth

Opening hours: Monday – Sunday 3pm – midnight

3. Astral Weeks

Best for: Music appreciators

Astral Weeks is a listening bar in the heart of Perth’s Chinatown. Inspired by the great listening bars of Japan, the bar is an acoustically-treated sanctuary where bar staff and guest selectors play records on an exquisite all-analogue Line Magnetic sound system.

a turntable at Astral Weeks, Perth
Bar staff and guest selectors play records all-analogue Line Magnetic sound system.

With a focus on high-quality Australian and international wines, the drinks list is as carefully considered as the records on the bar’s turntables.

people drinking alfresco at Astral Weeks, Perth
Astral Weeks is in the heart of Perth’s Chinatown.

Address: Shop 12, 66 Roe Street, Northbridge

Opening hours: Wednesday – Sunday from 4pm

4. Bar Lafayette

Best for: Cocktail and whiskey drinkers

A stalwart of the Perth bar scene, Lafayette is a sophisticated and plush bar on one of Perth’s oldest heritage buildings.

alfresco dining at Bar Lafayette, Perth
Nab an alfresco seat at Bar Lafayette.

Sink into one of the Chesterfield couches and enjoy your hand-crafted cocktail while marvelling at the vintage art lining the walls.

vintage art paintings on the walls at Bar Lafayette
The walls are dotted with vintage paintings.

Address: 125 St Georges Terrace, Perth

Opening hours: Wednesday & Thursday – 4pm – 11.30pm; Friday 4pm – midnight; Saturday 6pm – midnight

5. Bar Rogue

Best for: Drinks and eats

Bar Rogue is in the hip inner-city suburb of Highgate and caters to those who like a snack with their tipple.

the interior of Bar Rogue, Perth
Sit down for a tipple at Bar Rogue. (Image: Matthew Gedling)

The kitchen serves up food until late, with dishes ranging from oysters, saganaki and lobster rolls – to gnocchi, duck curry and steak.

friends drinking at Bar Rogue, Perth
Head to Bar Rogue for late-night drinks.

Address: 515 Beaufort Street, Highgate

Opening hours: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 5pm – 10pm; Friday & Saturday 5pm – midnight; Sunday 3pm – 10pm

6. Bar Vino

Best for: Italian wine and dining

the exterior of Bar Vino
Step into Bar Vino for an elevated Italian dining experience.

This neighbourhood wine bar in uber-cool Mount Lawley is inspired by the Italian way of life.

Italian food and wine at Bar Vino, Perth
Indulge in Italian classics.

The extensive wine list has more than 150 wines, which sit alongside a food menu that heroes Italian classics.

wines on display inside Bar Vino, Perth
There are more than 150 wines to choose from.

Address: 181 Central Ave, Mt Lawley

Opening hours: Wednesday – Sunday from 4pm

10. Edward & Ida’s

Best for: Drinks with friends

A great classic bar with a simple yet slick wine list. Edward and Ida’s is great for everything, from a midweek pint to a late-night party in the basement. Enjoy classic cocktails, tap beers, and a tight list of wines alongside Patagonia toothfish burgers, a variety of pies, and curried scotch eggs.

Address: 269 William Street, Northbridge

Opening hours: Tuesday – Thursday 4pm – midnight; Fri – Sun 12pm – midnight

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7. Bobeche

Best for: Date night

Bobeche is one of Perth’s most charismatic cocktail bars. Located in the basement of the renowned Heritage Bar + Kitchen, it has a century-old, speak-easy vibe with some of the best bartenders in town shaking up lesser-known classics such as the Brooklyn and the Singapore Sling.

the dimly lit bar at Bobeche, Perth
Head downstairs for a pint. (Image: Sarah Hewer Photography)

Address: 131 St Georges Terrace, Perth

Opening hours: Monday – Saturday 4pm – midnight

8. Caballitos

Best for: Tequila (and a big night)

Stepping inside this Mexican cantina and tequila bar is not for the faint-hearted. Expect loco times with food and drink specials, DJs, mariachi bands, pole dancing and piñata parties, and even a resident live tattoo artist inking free custom Caballitos tattoos.

Address: 26 Queen Street, Perth WA

Opening hours: Monday – Saturday 4pm – late

9. Casa Wine Bar

Best for: Wine and cheese

This neighbourhood wine bar and bottle shop has an extensive wine, beer, cocktail and spirits list.

pouring wine into a glass in front of wine bottles at Casa Wine Bar, Perth
Pick from Casa Wine Bar’s extensive drinks list.

Take a seat at their alfresco tables on the sidewalk, order some Sicilian olives and cheese, crackers and quince and enjoy.

food on the table at Casa Wine Bar, Perth
Casa Wine Bar serves up delightful nibbles to pair with your wine.

Address: 399 Oxford Street, Mount Hawthorn

Opening hours: Tuesday – Saturday 4pm – late

 

11. Foxtrot Unicorn

Best for: Late-night cocktails (and jaffles)

Hiding underground in an old bank vault from 1887, Foxtrot Unicorn is home to some of Perth’s most awarded bartenders who are obsessed with finding the best produce from near and far. You’ll find all sorts of fine spirits, classic and modern cocktails, an eclectic wine list and some very fancy jaffles including one with 10 cheeses.

Address: Basement, 101 St Georges Terrace, Perth

Opening hours: Monday – Thursday 4pm – midnight; Friday 4pm – 1am; Saturday 5pm – 1am

 

Opening hours: Tuesday – Thursday 4pm – 10pm; Friday & Saturday 12pm – 1am; Sunday 12pm – 10pm

13. Lums Wine Bar

Best for: Wine and cheese

In stylish Subiaco, Lums is a boutique wine bar offering a generous selection of world-class wines and tasty nibbles.

the exterior of Lums Wine Bar, Perth
Lums Wine Bar is tucked in stylish Subiaco.

The menu skews Meditteranean with a range of tapas delights such as jamon and pea croquetas and Hirosma kingfish sashimi, and larger plates including wild mushroom gnocchi and wild boar ragu. These are to be paired with a funky Swan Valley Pet Nat or a classic Italian Nebbiolo.

a plate of food and wine at Lums Wine Bar, Perth
Nibble on Meditteranean delights at Lums Wine Bar.

Address: 433 Hay Street, Subiaco WA

Opening hours: Tuesday – Thursday 4pm – 11pm; Friday & Saturday 12pm – midnight; Sunday 12pm – 9pm

14. Margots Bar

Best for: A great martini

This relatively new bar in Northbridge has a focus on martinis, but also has an old-world European-inspired wine list. Park up in one of their elegant leather booths and enjoy some of their Baltic-inspired food like eggplant doughnuts with salted ricotta and tomato, with your perfectly mixed martini.

Address: 434 William St, Perth WA

Opening hours: Wednesday – Saturday 12pm – late; Sunday 2pm – 8pm

15. Powell’s Fromagerie and Wine Bar

Best for: Cheese and wine

Powell’s Fromargerie and Wine Bar is an inner-city haunt run by mother and daughter Marisa and Jasmine Powell. Get cosy in the slick, sophisticated space and enjoy gourmet cheeses that are designed to be paired with the tight, rotating wine list.

cheese on display at Powell's Fromagerie and Wine Bar, Perth
Powell’s Fromagerie and Wine Bar offers the finest cheeses.

Don’t miss out on the Cheese Mongers Choice Board which features a selection of that day’s finest cheeses.

cheese and wine at Powell's Fromagerie and Wine Bar, Perth
Pair your wine with cheese at Powell’s Fromagerie and Wine Bar.

Address: 12 Electric Lane, Leederville

Opening hours: Wednesday – Friday 4pm – 9pm; Saturday – 2pm – late

12. Frisk Small Bar

Best for: Gin lovers

A classic of the Northbridge bar scene, Frisk is best known as Perth’s neighbourhood gin bar. They have an ever-evolving collection of 200+ gins, from WA, interstate and overseas. The space is an eclectic mishmash with unpretentious style – world-class cocktails with friendly staff. Don’t pass on ordering the nostalgic Frosty Fruit with passionfruit and orange sour.

Address: 103 Francis St, Northbridge

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16. Sneaky Tony’s

Best for: Rum (and a bit of an adventure)

Sneaky Tony’s is a prohibition-style bar in Northbridge’s Chinatown, with shelves bursting with rum – they have more than 300 bottles from around the world.

In true prohibition style though, they don’t reveal their address and passwords are required on Friday and Saturday nights (but you can find them on their Facebook and Instagram.) Have fun with your mates trying to find it.

a dimly lit bar interior at Sneaky Tony’s, Perth
Grab after-work drinks at the dimly lit bar.

Address: Somewhere in Chinatown, Northbridge WA

Opening hours: Monday – Sunday 5pm – midnight

17. Spring on Queen

Best for: A late-night drink and dance

Spring On Queen is a relatively new addition to the city bar scene. Spread across multiple floors within a century-old heritage building, you can expect smooth DJs, unique cocktails and delicious food in a vibrant and (very Instagrammable) setting. They also do a bottomless high tea where cocktails are playfully served in teapots.

Address: 16 Queen Street, Perth WA

Opening hours: Wednesday & Thursday 4pm – 12am; Friday 12pm – 2am; Saturday 12pm – 2am

18. The Standard

Best for: Drinks on a balmy evening

The Standard is a light, bright and breezy garden bar with great food in Northbridge. The drinks list is refined, stylish and incredibly fun with flavours of Italian stone fruits and summer citrus, creamy dessert favourites and hints of Mediterranean spice. On balmy nights, head up to their rooftop bar.

Address: 28 Roe Street, Northbridge WA

Opening hours: Wednesday – Friday 4pm – late; Saturday & Sunday 12pm – til late

19. Tom’s Providore & Wine Bar

Best for: Aperitifs and grazing

Tom’s Providore is a Euro-inspired wine bar and shop, with a selection of food and wine sourced locally and from around the globe. Graze on tasty cheeseboards, mushroom stuffed arancini, and spinach and ricotta lasagne. And if you want to take some nibbles home, they offer a generous range of salads and homely ready-made meals have you sorted.

the front facade of Tom’s Providore, Perth
Step into this Euro-inspired wine bar and shop.

Address:  290 Beaufort Street, Perth

Opening hours: Tuesday & Wednesday 8am – 5pm; Thursday 8am – 10pm; Friday 8am – 11pm; Saturday 11am – 11pm

20. Volare

Best for: A taste of Italy

Fifteen minutes from the city, Volare is a small neighbourhood aperitivo bar that will whisk you away from Maylands, to the great coastal cities of Europe. Think Sardinia, Marseille, Amalfi, and Valencia – and all the delectable drinks and dishes in between.

Address: 198 Whatley Crescent, Maylands WA

Opening hours: Tuesday – Friday 4pm – 11pm; Saturday 12pm – 11pm

21. Vincent Wine

Best for: Aperitif on a sunny afternoon

Vincent Wine Bar has a blackboard food and wine menu that leans towards French bistro cuisine.

a woman holding a wine bottle at Vincent Wine, Perth
The bar focuses on natural and minimal wines.

The leafy green bricked courtyard space is an idyllic spot for an afternoon Italian or French wine alongside small bites such as chicken liver pate, cured meats, and cheese.

food and drinks at Vincent Wine, Perth
The menu at Vincent Wine leans towards French bistro cuisine.

Address: 465 William Street, Perth WA

Opening hours: Wed & Thursday 4pm – late; Friday – Sunday 12pm – late

22. Vinotto Wine Bar

Best for: Date night

Vinotto is an intimate wine bar in the coastal suburb of Swanbourne, about 10 minutes from Perth CBD. The unique and interesting wine list is Mediterranean-leaning and sourced mostly from small producers. Swing by on a Wednesday for a glass of wine and the pasta of the week for just $30.

Address: 2/137 Claremont Crescent, Swanbourne, WA

Opening hours: Tuesday – Saturday 3pm – late

23. Wines of While

Best for: Natural wines

Wines of While is a small natural wine bar, restaurant, and wine store in the CBD. The team works with winemakers and farmers who prioritise sustainable land practices, curating a selection of wines primarily from Australia and Europe. Grab a coveted alfresco table on the sidewalk and tuck into Mediterranean-style bites such as dhufish, venus clams and chives, and ricotta and spinach rotolo.

alfresco dining at Wines of While, Perth
Sit outside and tuck into Mediterranean-style bites. (Image: Emma Pegrum)

Address: 458 William Street, Perth WA

Opening hours: Monday & Thursday 4pm – 10pm; Friday 4pm – 11pm; Saturday 12pm – 11pm; Sunday 12pm – 6pm

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Kirsty Petrides
Kirsty Petrides is a writer, wine-lover and cheese enthusiast. Whether she’s hunting down the best restaurant in Albania, foraging the Marrakech markets for spices or camping in the middle of Patagonian wilderness, she loves to seek out the authentic side of the places she visits, and share that with readers through her writing.
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Inspire your senses with these iconic East Kimberley stays

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    The East Kimberley should be on every bucket list, and here’s why.

    Livistona palms soar out of chasms the colour of Valencia oranges. Shady waterholes beckon travellers daring to venture off the bitumen. From the air, fruit farms give way to vast plains that meet rolling hills and fascinating geological formations centuries in the making. The East Kimberley is one of Australia’s most treasured wilderness areas, but don’t be fooled by its rust-coloured roads. This north-eastern corner of Western Australia is home to some of Australia’s most iconic stays by Discovery Resorts that should be on everyone’s bucket list.

    A group of people enjoy an intimate dining experience at El Questro Homestead.
    Dine in the heart of nature.

    Your guide to Lake Argyle

    The backstory

    With rolling hills that glow amber at sunrise and glassy water that reflects the Kimberley’s bright blue sky, a visit to Lake Argyle is nothing short of awe-inspiring. As Australia’s second-largest man-made freshwater lake, travellers flock here to soak in the views from boats, helicopters and Discovery Resorts – Lake Argyle.

    The latter is a lakeside oasis, a resort where travellers crossing from Western Australia into the Northern Territory (or vice versa) converge. Fifty minutes’ drive south of Kununurra, the property is perched atop a cliff overlooking the sprawling Lake Argyle.

    Discovery Resorts – Lake Argyle was originally built in the late 1960s to provide accommodation for builders of the Ord River dam, which formed Lake Argyle. In the decades that followed it had several owners, until a Kununurra local took the reins in 2004 and reinvented the property with luxury villas and its now world-famous infinity pool. The iconic property was added to the Discovery Resorts portfolio in 2021, undergoing a major upgrade that took the resort from a beloved campground to an all-encompassing resort with premium waterfront villas.

    A boat glides across the expansive waters of Lake Argyle, surrounded by the breathtaking landscapes of the Kimberley. As part of the Discovery Holiday Parks experience, this unforgettable journey offers adventure and relaxation.
    Glide across the vast, shimmering waters of Lake Argyle.

    The rooms

    A lakeside resort like no other, Discovery Resorts – Lake Argyle offers something for everyone, from campsites to villas and cabins. The Deluxe Lakeview Cabins have views of the opposing cliff and are surrounded by bush, ensuring plenty of privacy, while both the Deluxe and Standard Cabins are ideal for families, with contemporary furnishings and one, two or four bedrooms. The campsites also come in a variety of sizes.

    The facilities

    There’s no doubt the biggest drawcard to Discovery Resorts – Lake Argyle is the lake, 20 times the size of Sydney Harbour. One of the best ways to experience it is on the Kimberley Durack Sunset Explorer Cruise, during which you’ll see freshwater crocodiles nesting along the banks (it’s home to 30,000 freshies) and even get the chance to swim in their waters. The cruise also takes in Mt Misery, towering above the original and now submerged Argyle Downs Homestead.

    If you have young children who need to get to bed early, a great alternative is the three-hour Lunch Explorer Cruise. You’ll tour around the lake’s bays as you learn about the local wildlife before stopping at a remote island for a swim.

    Refuel between adventures at the onsite pub-style eatery, The Lake Argyle Cafe. The cafe is the heart of the resort, bringing together friends new and old over a steak, cold beer and live music. Hours vary with the seasons, but rest assured you’ll be able to enjoy a good feed year-round, with a well-stocked general store also open during the day.

    Cool off from a day of exploring in the striking infinity pool with some of the best views in the country (you’ll find sweeping views of the lake below). Or enjoy a flight with HeliSpirit, or clear your mind during a yoga class on the lawn.

    Two people unwind in an infinity pool, overlooking stunning Lake Argyle at Discovery Holiday Parks.
    Take a dip in the infinity pool and soak in breathtaking Lake Argyle views.

    Your guide to El Questro

    The backstory

    One of the most famous stays in Australia is El Questro. A former cattle station, it’s evolved into one of the country’s most recognisable tourism destinations over the past 30 years, and is now embarking on a new chapter to elevate the region’s rich First Nations culture.

    The property draws travellers seeking to reconnect with nature and the beauty of this country. Wild in spirit but immaculate in style, El Questro is a 283,000-hectare property like no other; surrounded by dramatic gorges, impressive mountain ranges, thermal springs, secluded waterfalls and even rainforest, it’s the perfect base for adventurous souls.

    A person floats leisurely in the river at Discovery Holiday Parks, immersed in nature’s tranquillity.
    Float along Zebedee Springs and immerse in nature.

    The rooms

    Across the sprawling El Questro are three properties catering to the wide variety of travellers who journey this way. The most impressive is the luxurious Homestead, where 10 suites perch at the edge of a burnt-orange cliff, with cantilevered bedrooms over the peaceful Chamberlain River. The adults-only, all-inclusive Homestead is a member of the prestigious Luxury Lodges of Australia collection and offers a backdrop of thick bushland; riverside, you’ll find an immaculate lawn and a shaded pool that lures guests out of their rooms.

    At Emma Gorge, travellers will be immersed in the beauty of the Cockburn Ranges, falling asleep to the sounds of wildlife in safari-style tented cabins. This is where you come if you want to completely connect with your environment while retaining a few creature comforts. The Emma Gorge Tented Cabins sleep three or four people and feature private ensuites and ceiling fans.

    Families also love The Station, home to simple yet comfortable air-conditioned rooms, as well as a large, leafy campground. Sitting by the Pentecost River, The Station is open from April to October and has a range of accommodation, from unpowered and powered campsites to air-conditioned tents for two people and a Gardenview Family Room for five.

    Two people stand beside a suite perched on the edge of a striking burnt-orange cliff, gazing out over the serene Chamberlain River below.
    Take a breather with stunning views of nature all around.

    The facilities

    Located in the heart of the Kimberley, El Questro retains its strong connection with its Traditional Owners, the Ngarinyin people. A highlight of a stay here is the Injiid Marlabu Calls Us experience; over two hours, guests are immersed in the soul of Country by witnessing ancient healing rituals, listening to generational stories and learning about the land’s ancestral heritage.

    Other experiences include bird watching, cruising through Chamberlain Gorge, hiking through Emma Gorge, horse riding, four-wheel-driving and soaking in Zebedee Springs. At the properties, you can also cool off in the pools, and relax in the restaurants or at private dining locations. A bonus of staying at The Homestead is the exclusive service of El Questro’s dedicated reservations team, who will craft a bespoke itinerary tailored to your travel tastes.

    A group of people stand beside a tree, with a car parked nearby, taking in the surrounding natural beauty.
    Experience thrilling nature activities.

    Book your East Kimberley adventure today with Discovery Resorts.