From beachside brunches with stunning Indian ocean views to cosy cafes serving up delectable pastries and specialty coffees, our city is brimming with culinary delights. Explore the top spots that make Perth a brunch lover’s paradise. Discover where to find the fluffiest pancakes, the most indulgent eggs Benny, and the freshest local ingredients. Let’s take a trip into the heart of Perth’s best breakfasts and brunches to make the first meal of the day an unforgettable one! The Canteen menu items are takeaway-only, but don’t despair – this isn’t an average brekky burger joint. They have a focus on wholefoods and generous servings and their brunch trays are seriously next-level. Menu highlights: Their house-smoked salmon, poached eggs, beetroot crunch and sourdough toast is so tasty and wholesome, you won’t need to eat for the rest of the day! Opening hours:
Mon-Thurs | 6.30am-4.30pm Fri-Sun | 6.30am – 7.30pm
364 West Coast Drive, Trigg 6029 Instagram: @canteentrigg Set overlooking the Indian Ocean and oozing insta-worthy luxe coastal vibes, this cafe is definitely one to add to your brunch bucket-list. Their menu features classic brekky staples but also features unique dishes that champion fresh, seasonal and local produce. Menu highlights: There’s a reason the Turkish Eggs (+ chorizo!) remain on the menu – they deliver the goods on repeat. Or if you’re more of a sweet tooth – you’ll enjoy getting around the fluffy buttermilk pancakes. Opening hours:
Mon – Sun | 6am to 2.30pm Coffee Window: Open 7 days from 6am
33 West Coast Drive, Watermans Bay 6020 Instagram: @thelittlebay_ The OG storefront in Subiaco established CCC as serious players not only in the Perth coffee scene but they bring their a-game with lip-smackingly good street food, too. We’re talking big, bold flavours and classic remakes like their Bone Marrow Bolognese Toast – a bougie nod to the nostalgia of leftover spag bol on toast. Menu highlights: These guys know a thing or two about good coffee and use their own locally roasted coffee: Loot Coffee. And I can confirm each blend is as smooth as a Barry White solo – up there with the best cuppa I’ve had in Perth (big call, I know – but the coffee is that good). And as for food – one of their epic Fried Chicken Sando’s will hit the spot every time! Opening Hours:
Duncraig: 7 days | 6am – 3pm South Perth: 7 days | 6:30am – 2pm Subiaco: Mon – Fri | 6:30am – 2pm & Saturday | 6:30 am – 1pm Perth City & Mercantile Lane: Mon – Fri | 6:00 am – 3:00 pm
Duncraig: 50 Marri Road (Hawaiian Shopping Centre), Duncraig 6023 Mercantile Lane Espresso Bar: 177 St Georges Terrace (down Mercantile Lane) Perth City 6000 Perth CBD Espresso Bar: 55 St George Terrace, Perth 6000 South Perth: 53A Angelo St, South Perth 6151 Subiaco Cafe & Food Truck: 292a Barker Road, Subiaco 6008
Instagram: @communitycoffeeco Another notch on the Marri Road Shops belt of foodie delights is Little H. Menu highlights: The sweet potato croquettes are a must for lovers of a savoury brekky or do as my hubby and I do and grab an extra meal so you can both indulge in luxe pavlova pancakes to compliment your brunch in the sweetest way. Opening hours:
7 days | 6am – 3pm
34 Marri Road, Duncraig 6023 Instagram: @littlehcafe Pull up a stool to watch the world go by on Sackville, or retreat to the sanctuary of their lush courtyard out the back. Menu highlights: I dare you to try and go past the Twice Cooked Brioche French Toast (topped with salted caramel cornflakes….drool). And to evoke the sweetest childhood memories they even have soldiers and soft-boiled eggs for the little ones! Opening hours:
Mon | 6am – 12pm (Coffee Only | Kitchen Closed) Tues – Fri | 6am – 2pm Sat & Sun | 6am – 3pm
145 Sackville Terrace, Doubleview 6018 Instagram: @littlesisto The all day brunch menu has a variety of crowd pleasers but also features Lot One specials – like their delish benny brisket – a unique spin on brunch fave eggs benedict. Menu highlights: Breakfast Gnocchi with crispy pancetta and fried egg or House Crumpets with apple compote and custard… One word. YUM! Opening hours:
7 days | 6.30am – 2.30pm
Lot 1/46 Angove Drive, Hillarys 6025 Instagram: @lotonekitchen The signature Mary Street Bakery pink neon sign has been popping up all over Perth. Now with 6 locations in the CBD and northern suburbs,there’s bound to be one close by for your salted caramel donut and flat white fix. Menu highlights: Each MSB location brings a slightly different spin on their impressive menu. Braised Pork and Fig Ragu with Pappardelle, Macadamia and Reggiano (available Highgate) or for something a lil’ extra – try the fried chicken buttermilk pancakes with maple chilli and fried egg (available Highgate, City Beach). Opening Hours:
Suburban Stores: 7 days | 7am – 4pm CBD: Mon – Fri | 7am – 3pm
Highgate: 507 Beaufort Street, Highgate 6003 City Beach: Shop 1 & 2, 31-33 Gayton Road (Empire Village), City Beach 6015 West Leederville: 272 Railway Parade, West Leederville 6007 QV1: 250 St Georges Terrace, Perth 6000 Allendale Square: 77 St Georges Terrace, Perth 6000
Instagram: @mary_street_bakery With a welcoming coastal aesthetic, perfect for its location atop the dunes in Jindalee – The Beach House makes the most of its beautiful surroundings Menu highlights: Buttermilk hotcakes with banana and the most divine miso butterscotch will guarantee you start your day the right way. And the hearty chorizo beans with ricotta will to satisfy your tastebuds (and belly) long into the day! Opening hours:
Wed – Sun | 8am – late (breakfast menu until 11am)
100 Aurora Esplanade, Jindalee 6036 Instagram: @thebeachhouse__ Menu highlights: Feel virtuous after digging into the Goodness Bowl – full of nutritious ingredients like brussels sprouts, fresh tomatoes and kale coleslaw but equally as much flavour and texture (+def recommend adding marinated chicken for extra protein and flavour). Opening hours:
Mon – Sat | 7:30am – 2pm Sun | 7:30am – 1pm Coffee Window: 7 days | 6:45am – 2:15pm
917 Beaufort Street, Inglewood 6052 Instagram: @finlayandsons Celebrating the best of what’s local – the Petition menu is simple and sophisticated dining in the heart of our city. Menu highlights: Petition do a bloody good Huevos rancheros – a Mexican brekky fave with crispy eggs, chilli jam, guacamole, focaccia, tomato salsa (definitely add the chorizo). They also specialise in seasonal produce with menus crafted around the freshest locally grown produce, like winter warmer: steel-cut oat porridge topped with poached rhubarb, honey, and cinnamon (I’m hot just thinking about it). And if coffee isn’t your thing, they also stock local biz Pressed Earth cold-pressed juices to get your hit of nourishing vitamins and minerals first thing in the morning. Opening hours:
7 days | 7am – 10:30pm
State Buildings, St Georges Terrace & Barrack Street, Perth 6000 Instagram: @petitionkitchen Menu highlights: Charred corn bruschetta with whipped feta, chimichurri, bacon & poached egg is 10/10 in deliciousness. And did someone say Garlic Spiced Chicken Croffle? I’m there already. Opening hours:
7 days | 6:30am – 2pm
236 Lake St, Perth 6000 Instagram: @sayerssister On every Saturday and Sunday at 10am and 2pm, this is a favourite for runners to celebrate finishing a casual 12kms in the annual HBF Run For A Reason. Menu highlights: The menu has the usual brunch suspects but also some scrumptious surprises like Mini Prawn & Lobster Rolls and Harissa-Spiced Eggs. but let’s get real – the drawcard here is the 2 hours of bottomless prosecco and teapot cocktail on arrival as part of the brunch package. 495-497 Wellington Street, Perth 6000 Instagram: @theglobeperth Menu highlights: Go on a ‘benny-dictine‘ adventure with one of Mojo’s yummy eggs benny offerings. There’s Brisket Benny on Sweet Potato, Bacon Benny on English Muffin or the Chilli Bean Benny – there’s a benny suited to the whole table! Opening hours:
Tues – Fri | 8am – 2pm Sat & Sun | 8am – 3pm
16 Craig Street, Mundaring Instagram: @cafemojomundaring A cosy joint tucked away in leafy streets, Holly Raes have a brunch menu chock-full of delish options but are also known for their freakin’ incredible layer cakes – made in-house by their talented pastry chef. Menu highlights: Salmon and Potato Croquettes with a perfectly-made Micrology Coffee flat white = what dreams are made of. Only bettered with a slice of one of their irresistible cakes that almost look too pretty to eat! Opening hours:
Tues – Fri | 7am – 2pm Sat & Sun | 7.30am – 2.30pm
3C James St, Bassendean 6054 Instagram: @hollyraescafe The perfect place to pick up a birthday gift (or three) while you duck in to grab your morning cuppa. Boasting an impressive all day breakfast menu – the only difficulty you’ll have at Green St, is choosing what to order! Menu highlights: If you’re ready to go all the way with your brunch dining – you need to order the breakfast gnocchi. Think: Delicious pan fried gnocchi with salty bacon and an oozy, garlicky cream sauce. No words. Just drool. Or if you’re livin’ lighter, their Acai Bowl never fails to satisfy – especially when you add an extra scoop of Biscoff! Opening hours:
Mon to Fri | 6.30am – 2pm Sat | 7am – 2pm Sun | 8am – 1pm
8/10 Dewar street, Morley 6062 Instagram: @greenstcafemorley Their inviting breakfast menu has all the French classics and then some. Menu highlights: If you haven’t experienced the out-of-this-world goodness that is a legit French crepe – then this is the place to start dabbling. My choice: Crepe Benedicte – oozy mozzarella and hollandaise sauce with egg, salmon and spinach inside what can only be called crepe perfection. Or go all out with a Crepe Party – 8 crepes ready for you to load up with all the trimmings like Nutella, Caramel, whipped cream, maple syrup and fresh fruit. Seriously! And for good measure don’t forget to BYO eco bag to stock up on the best pastries, macarons and french desserts you’ll find this side of the Swan River (or anywhere in Perth, really). Opening hours:
Mon – Fri | 7am – 3pm Sat & Sun | 8am – 4pm
100 Benara Road, Caversham 6055 Instagram: @maisonsthonore Named after the first mayor of Guildford Municipal Council, Padbury’s brings oodles of character, history and taste into the local food scene. The beautiful, exposed brick premises were first built in 1869 and is one of the oldest surviving commercial and residential buildings in Guildford. Along with the rustic charm and ambience, the menu centers around local producers and artisans and embraces seasonal changes. Menu highlights: The Crispy Crepe – a flavour bomb of prawn omelette wrapped inside a tumeric crepe topped with fresh salad and zingy Nam Jim dressing. Or for a lunchy brunch, hit up the Chicken Burger which although sounds basic, is full of juicy chicken goodness. Opening hours:
7 days | 7am – 2:30pm
114 Terrace Rd, Guildford 6055 Instagram: @padburys With a welcoming neighbourly vibe and sensational all day brunch menu – they are also incredibly accomodating for small and large groups alike. Opening hours:
Mon – Fri | 7am – 2.30pm Sat – Sun | 7am – 2pm Closed public holidays
78 Banksia Terrace, Kensington 6151 Instagram: @thelittlebanksia Menu highlights: This is the kinda place that makes it agony to choose just one dish. Everything sounds (and looks) mouth-watering but I’m a sucker for Asian flavours like the Japanese Savoury Pancake with poached eggs, pickled cabbage and a kick of togarashi. Opening hours:
Wed – Sun | 8am – 10pm
18 Leighton Beach Blvd, North Fremantle 6159 Instagram: @bibandtucker If you’re lucky you might even witness dolphins frolicking in the Swan River while you tuck into something scrummy from their expertly thought-out seasonal menu. Menu highlights: Green Eggs is the ideal combo of herb pesto scrambled eggs and smashed avocado with ciabatta (add a side of crispy bacon to enter food nirvana) Opening hours: Fri – Sun | 8am – 11:30pm
Mends Street Jetty, South Perth 6151 Instagram: @misterwalkerau Fulfilling their mission to create healthy, seasonal and culturally relevant food, Moore & Moore are committed to using the freshest, sustainably-grown produce from local suppliers. They also have a strong environmental focus – using natural and biodegradable products and offering a discount for patrons who BYO reusable cups. Menu highlights: Sage & Burnt Butter Pumpkin mash complete with poached eggs, spinach, nuts and seeds on Turkish toast. Opening hours:
7 days | 7:30am – 2:45pm
46 Henry Street, Fremantle 6160 Instagram: @mooreandmoore_cafe Menu highlights: Definitely the Sticky Fried Chicken & Corn Fritters – the most delectable Korean sticky sauce that you’ll have no issue licking off your fingers. The Oreo Pancakes are my pick of the sweet options, too – nom nom. Opening hours:
Weekdays | 6.30am – 2:30pm Weekends | 7am – 2pm
19 Tribute Street West, Shelley 6148 Instagram: @thetributecafe Follow me on Instagram @jessieparker.co
