If you're luxuriating in that glorious holiday period where the days blur into one long weekend, it's the perfect time to explore Perth's latest culinary openings. Before the routine of the nine-to-five grind returns, here are five fresh venues promising memorable meals, excellent coffee, and vibrant atmospheres.
Coastal Bites and Urban Delights
Tigerfish in Cottesloe has quickly become one of the city's most sought-after reservations, with tables booking out rapidly. This buzzing spot offers punchy Asian-inspired fare paired with stunning ocean views. A long lunch with friends is highly recommended, ideally finished with a signature cocktail like the Cherry Possum.
Over in Applecross, Daily Practice is a multifaceted space that defies simple categorisation. It's a cafe, a clothing retailer featuring international brands, and a potential new obsession for locals. Beyond retail therapy, they serve up quality matcha and a Caesar wrap that has food lovers talking.
Heart Feeds and Specialty Brews
Corner 33 in South Perth is a colourful and vibrant cafe founded by a group of mates, including an ex-Nobu chef. The menu is designed to satisfy, featuring items like a katsu chicken burger, 12-hour braised beef short ribs, and fluffy buttermilk pancakes with soy maple syrup. For a caffeine kick, their Vietnamese coffee comes highly recommended.
In Swanbourne, Side Piece has quickly earned a reputation for its flaky pastries and specialty coffees. Hailing from the team behind popular venues Daisies and The Other Side, the sunshine-yellow cafe on Shenton Road is hard to miss. Its revolving menu includes summery cold teas and coffees topped with luxuriously light, cloud-like foam.
A Coastal Escape Closer to Home
For those craving a South West getaway without the long drive, Yanchep Beach Club provides the ideal solution. Positioned on the sweeping shores of Capricorn Beach in Yanchep, this coastal venue is open for morning coffee, long lunches, afternoon cocktails, or classic fish and chips. With ample alfresco space, it's the perfect spot to soak up the salt air with friends or family.
These new establishments, all highlighted in a feature from 10 January 2026, showcase the diversity and energy of Perth's evolving food and drink scene. From the inner-city suburbs to the northern coastline, there's a fresh flavour waiting to be discovered this summer.
