Whether you’re heading into the city for a show or looking for a place to sit and talk about it afterwards, Perth’s CBD and surrounds offer no shortage of great cafés. From tiny laneway coffee windows to relaxed spaces ideal for a lingering meal, these are some of the best spots to refuel before or after curtain call.
Lowdown
Tucked inside Cloisters Arcade, Lowdown is a favourite with weekday city dwellers. Open Monday to Friday from 6am – 4pm, it’s perfect for takeaway or a relaxed sit in the courtyard. Expect quality coffee alongside toasties, muffins and sweet treats.
16a Cloisters Arcade, 865 Hay St, Perth
Tiisch
Light-filled and welcoming, Tiisch serves coffee by day and wine and cocktails by night. With dark wood floors and greenery, it’s a comfortable place to settle in with friends. Open weekdays from 7am – 2pm and until 10pm on Saturdays.
Cafe Guilty Pleasure
This charming Korean café is the place to go when you crave something sweet. Known for its beautiful cakes, bingsu, and cosy atmosphere, it’s open from 12.30pm until late. Now also in Mount Lawley, alongside the Northbridge original.
1/222 James St, Northbridge & 634 Beaufort St, Mount Lawley
Cheerio
Tiny but mighty, Cheerio is a coffee window producing exceptional sourdough, pastries and coffee. Owned by Courtney Gibb and Simone, former head baker at Mary Street Bakery, it’s ideal for an early stop or a quick street-side pause. Open from 5.30am – 12.30pm.
Community Coffee Co.
Hidden down Mercantile Lane, Community Coffee Co. serves excellent coffee using beans roasted inhouse. Open 6am – 3pm weekdays, pair your brew with a light snack while enjoying the relaxed, contemporary space.
Deli Gabe
Located in the former Miss Maud space on Murray Street and open everyday, Deli Gabe serves specialty coffee, juices and freshly filled bagels. Sit streetside and watch the world go by.
Dine by Arrival Hall
Set within a Scandinavian-inspired homewares store, Dine by Arrival Hall offers seasonal dishes and great coffee. Open every day, it’s a relaxed place to refuel, just be warned, browsing the beautiful wares is hard to resist.
162 Aberdeen Street, Northbridge
Forklore
Japanese-inspired comfort food meets great coffee at Forklore. Open seven days a week, expect dishes like mentaiko udon, tonkotsu porridge and katsu sando, alongside changing pastry specials.
City West Centre, 102 Railway St, West Perth
Giant Coffee
Situated in a Northbridge laneway and open every day, Giant Coffee is known for its Einspanner – coffee topped with whipped cream, it also serves pastries along with its outstanding brews.
109 James Street, Northbridge (via Nick’s Lane)
Hemingway by Mo Cafe
Coffee takes centre stage here, with a team of baristas and using top-tier equipment, expect excellence in every cup. Located in Central Park, it also offers a solid lunch menu and quality grab-and-go options every weekday.
Central Park, St Georges Terrace, Perth
March Coffee Studio
A must for the coffee connoisseur, March Coffee Studio offers everything from classic flat whites to rare, competition-grade coffees. Award-winning barista and owner Ziggy Varamulia pairs them with elevated toasties, muffins and granola. Open weekdays.
Miller + Baker
Based in Northbridge, Miller + Baker is an artisan bakery that mills its own WA-grown flour daily, producing outstanding sourdough and pastries. Open Wednesday to Sunday, it’s perfect for breakfast, lunch or taking something special home.
Mount Street Breakfast Bar
Near Kings Park, this venue is ideal for a long brunch or lunch. Famous for its Turkish poached eggs, it also offers an extensive drinks list and evening service during the week.
Telegram
Located in the State Buildings, Telegram is small but impressive. It’s known for friendly service and beautifully made coffee using their in-house roasted beans. Open weekdays.
Toffee Café
Stationed inside Equus Arcade, Toffee Café serves hearty German classics alongside coffee and fresh juices. With just a few tables, it’s intimate, welcoming and well worth seeking out. Open weekdays.
When the coffee’s finished, head to RAC Arena
Whether you’re wanting to grab a quick coffee before the show begins at RAC Arena, or settle in for a debrief afterwards, there’s always somewhere to go in Perth CBD. From early morning espresso stops to relaxed late-day hangouts, there’s no shortage of places to sit and savour the moment.
