12 Perth Restaurants Worth Visiting for the View
Perth's best dining experiences aren't just about the food—they're about where you eat it. From Fremantle's historic waterfront to Scarborough's coastal stretches, these twelve restaurants deliver memorable views alongside their menus. Whether you're after river vistas, ocean horizons, or garden settings, here's where to book your next table.
- 1Restaurants Fremantle
1. Emily Taylor Bar & Kitchen
Located in Fremantle, this venue combines dining with the character of Perth's heritage port precinct, offering a distinctive atmosphere tied to the locale.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(4,346)· Google70Spot ScoreGreat 
2Restaurants Joondalup2. Swell Mullaloo Beach
Positioned in Joondalup near Mullaloo Beach, this spot capitalises on coastal proximity for beachside dining with natural light and ocean orientation.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.5(3,672)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
3Restaurants Fremantle3. Bib and Tucker
Another Fremantle option, this restaurant sits within the suburb's appealing dining corridor near the waterfront precinct.
Open SundaysView venue4.5(3,364)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
4Restaurants Scarborough4. The Sandbar Scarborough Beach
True to its name, this Scarborough venue places you steps from the beach, making it ideal for sunset dining with sand and sea as your backdrop.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.3(2,930)· Google$$$$63Spot ScoreWorth a Look
5Restaurants South Perth5. Rambla On Swan
Situated in South Perth along the Swan River, this restaurant takes advantage of river frontage for waterside ambiance and city views across the water.
Open late (after 10pm)Open SundaysView venue4.4(1,487)· Google$$$$63Spot ScoreWorth a Look
6Restaurants South Perth6. The Boatshed Restaurant
Also in South Perth, The Boatshed's name suggests proximity to the riverside setting, offering a relaxed waterfront dining experience.
Open SundaysView venue4.3(1,673)· Google$$$$62Spot ScoreWorth a Look
7Restaurants Cottesloe7. Indigo Oscar
Located in Cottesloe, this restaurant sits near one of Perth's most popular beaches, known for pristine sand and clear water views.
Open SundaysView venue4.4(844)· Google62Spot ScoreWorth a Look
8Restaurants Fremantle8. Bathers Beach House
Fremantle's Bathers Beach is iconic for swimming and leisure; this venue places you directly in that postcard-perfect setting.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.1(3,111)· Google$$$$60Spot ScoreWorth a Look
9Restaurants South Perth9. Miss Chow's South Perth
Positioned in South Perth, this venue benefits from the area's riverside location and proximity to Perth's cultural precinct.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.2(1,145)· Google60Spot ScoreWorth a Look
10Restaurants Subiaco10. Storehouse Subiaco
Subiaco offers urban dining in Perth's arts and culture hub, providing a different vibe from coastal and riverside alternatives.
Opens early (before 7am)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.3(214)· Google57Spot ScoreWorth a Look
11Restaurants Cottesloe11. Indiana Cottesloe Beach
Like Indigo Oscar, this Cottesloe restaurant capitalises on the suburb's reputation for stunning beach scenery and clear waters.
View venue4.1(711)· Google$$$$52Spot ScoreWorth a Look
12Restaurants Burswood12. Goodwood Restaurant
Based in Burswood, this venue sits within an area offering parkland and riverside elements for a more garden-focused dining setting.
Open MondaysView venue4.9(14)· Google51Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emily Taylor Bar & Kitchen | 70/100 | 4.8(4,346) | — | Fremantle | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Swell Mullaloo Beach | 66/100 | 4.5(3,672) | $$ | Joondalup | Open 7 days |
| Bib and Tucker | 66/100 | 4.5(3,364) | $$ | Fremantle | Open Sundays |
| The Sandbar Scarborough Beach | 63/100 | 4.3(2,930) | $$ | Scarborough | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Rambla On Swan | 63/100 | 4.4(1,487) | $$ | South Perth | Open late (after 10pm) |
| The Boatshed Restaurant | 62/100 | 4.3(1,673) | $$ | South Perth | Open Sundays |
| Indigo Oscar | 62/100 | 4.4(844) | — | Cottesloe | Open Sundays |
| Bathers Beach House | 60/100 | 4.1(3,111) | $$ | Fremantle | Open 7 days |
| Miss Chow's South Perth | 60/100 | 4.2(1,145) | — | South Perth | Open 7 days |
| Storehouse Subiaco | 57/100 | 4.3(214) | — | Subiaco | Opens early (before 7am) |
| Indiana Cottesloe Beach | 52/100 | 4.1(711) | $$$ | Cottesloe | — |
| Goodwood Restaurant | 51/100 | 4.9(14) | — | Burswood | Open Mondays |
Frequently asked questions
Which Perth restaurants have the best ocean views?+
Cottesloe's Indigo Oscar and Indiana Cottesloe Beach, plus The Sandbar in Scarborough and Swell Mullaloo Beach in Joondalup, all offer direct beach and ocean orientation.
Are there riverside restaurants in Perth with good views?+
Yes. South Perth has several: Rambla On Swan and The Boatshed both sit along the Swan River and offer water-facing dining. Goodwood in Burswood also provides riverside proximity.
Which suburbs have the most view-focused restaurants?+
Fremantle (4 venues), South Perth (3 venues), and Cottesloe (2 venues) dominate this list. Fremantle offers heritage port views, South Perth focuses on the Swan River, and Cottesloe emphasises beach scenery.
Is there a view-focused restaurant option in the city centre?+
Not in this list. The venues provided are concentrated around Perth's waterfront and beachside areas rather than the CBD itself.
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