Best Bars in Perth (2026)
Looking for the best bars in Perth? We've rounded up 144 of the city's standout spots — from neighbourhood favourites to buzzy new openings. Every venue is ranked by our Spot Score, which weighs reputation, popularity and freshness, so you can book with confidence. Filter by suburb, price or what's open now to find your next go-to.
From rooftop and laneway bars to intimate cocktail dens, Perth rewards a bit of wandering after dark. The picks below cover the spectrum — wine bars, craft cocktails and buzzy late-night spots alike.
144 spots
Scarborough Beach Bar
$$Beachfront bar and café in Scarborough with ocean views, serving burgers, tacos and cocktails in a spacious, casual setting.
The Beaufort
$$The Beaufort is a restaurant, bar and pub located on Beaufort Street in Highgate, serving the Mount Lawley area of Perth.
Stories
Stories is a bar located in Perth CBD on Wellington Street, with a strong Google rating of 4.6 from over 1,250 reviews.
Sassy Cocktail Bar
Sassy Cocktail Bar is a cocktail venue in Perth CBD offering drinks in a lively atmosphere.
Darling Darling
$$Dimly lit cocktail bar in Fremantle with a nautical aesthetic, serving cocktails, beer, and peanuts in the shell.
The Aviary Perth
$$Relaxed rooftop bar in Perth CBD serving signature cocktails, beer, wine and international food.
Strange Company
$$Bars in Fremantle, Perth.
Sweetwater Rooftop Bar
$$$Signature cocktails & Asian-inspired nibbles featured in an airy, elegant space with scenic views.
Foxtrot Unicorn
Craft cocktails, wine & jaffles in a circa-1887 underground bank vault with eclectic decor.
Rodney's Bait 'n Tackle
$$Bars in Cottesloe, Perth.
Bar Olé
Bars in Joondalup, Perth.
Mechanics Institute Bar
$$Beer, burgers & chips in a smart bar with chic black decor, plush couches & a split-level deck.
Market Grounds
$$Hearty pub classics are matched with an extensive drinks list at this casual, bohemian eatery.
The Palace Arcade
$$Dynamic restaurant featuring arcade games & preparing pizza, chicken wings & fries.
Boston Brewing Co Vic Park
$$Unpretentious hangout with a convivial atmosphere offering craft beers & pub grub standards.
Varnish on King
$$Intimate pub with brick-lined walls featuring a large whiskey selection & hearty, creative food.
Fu Lu Shou
$$Bars in Northbridge, Perth.
Ezra Pound
$$Intimate haunt with exposed-brick walls & a 1920s aesthetic offering cocktails & craft beer.
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Read guide →Bars in Perth — FAQs
What are the best bars in Perth?+
Our top-rated bars in Perth are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Perth bars ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter bars by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many bars are listed in Perth?+
We currently feature 144 bars across Perth and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.