1982 Food + Coffee

1982 Food + Coffee is a neighbourhood café on Rokeby Road in the heart of Subiaco, Perth, built around a straightforward idea: good food, quality coffee and a strong connection to local suppliers. The café follows an Eat & Drink Local philosophy, including a partnership with Margaret River Roasting Co. for its coffee beans. That Western Australian focus gives the venue a clear sense of place without making the offering feel formal or overcomplicated.

The menu is seasonal and centres on fresh, locally sourced and sustainable ingredients, with options available from breakfast through to lunch. The website describes an all-day breakfast, lunch, desserts and a broad drinks selection, making it suitable for an early coffee, a relaxed daytime meal or something sweet later in the visit. Coffee choices include flat white, cappuccino, latte and espresso mocha, while the drinks menu also features tea, smoothies and cold-pressed juice. The kitchen closes earlier than the café, though sweets, coffee and light lunch continue until 3pm.

Inside, 1982 Food + Coffee aims for a laid-back, welcoming feel, with indoor and street-side seating. The setting suits a casual catch-up, a solo coffee or a daytime meal, and dine-in and takeaway are both available. Its all-day format also makes it a practical choice when different people in a group want breakfast or lunch at varying times. The atmosphere is intended to feel familiar and approachable, with the team placing emphasis on friendly service and making guests feel at home.

The café presents itself as a local Subiaco destination for both residents and visitors, combining regional coffee with a menu inspired by the flavours of Western Australia. It has also received Restaurant Guru Recommended recognition in 2020, 2021 and 2024, and was a finalist for a 2021 Award for Excellence from Restaurant & Catering. With its seasonal approach, local sourcing and flexible daytime menu, 1982 Food + Coffee is best suited to relaxed café visits rather than a long evening meal.