Lamont's Cottesloe

Lamont’s Cottesloe brings together a wine store, restaurant and wine bar in the heart of Cottesloe. The venue offers a broad selection of Western Australian and Australian wines, with a particular focus on Margaret River, the Barossa Valley and other notable regions. Its cellar also extends to international bottles, including red and white Burgundies imported from France, rare wines, limited releases and exclusive cellar selections. Guests can browse for a bottle to take home, arrange delivery or collection, or settle in for a meal with wine to match.

The restaurant’s à la carte offering is designed around starters, tapas-sized plates and larger mains, with seafood sourced from Australia. Dishes listed on the menu include Abrolhos Island scallops with nori butter and tobiko, Shark Bay whiting with tempura, shaved fennel and lemon, twice-cooked lamb with melted beetroot and buttermilk dressing, and duck confit with roasted kipflers, feta, baby cos and candied walnuts. There are also options such as goat’s cheese gnocchi and an Angus Pure fillet, followed by desserts including caramelised apple tart and warm ginger cake. The format makes it possible to share several smaller plates or build a more traditional dinner.

The setting is described as a combination of rustic character and contemporary elegance, giving the venue a comfortable backdrop for both dining and wine exploration. Lamont’s also runs a substantial programme of tastings, with regular events, masterclasses, lunches and dinners focused on wine and food pairings. These sessions draw on the knowledge of sommelier John Jens, whose career spans more than five decades, as well as Kate Lamont’s experience as a chef, author and educator with a strong connection to Western Australian produce and wine.

Lamont’s Cottesloe is part of a family wine and hospitality story that began in Western Australia’s Swan Valley in 1978, when Corin Lamont established the winery with the guidance of her father, Jack Mann. The family’s wine-making and restaurant tradition has continued across several venues, including the Cottesloe store. With its combination of retail discovery, sit-down dining and educational tastings, it suits wine enthusiasts, collectors, couples planning a relaxed meal, and groups looking to share food and explore a considered list. Solo visitors can also drop in to browse the store or attend a tasting.