The Elford

The Elford brings a contemporary pub dining offer to Mount Lawley, Perth, in the historic Clarke’s Building on Beaufort Street. The building dates to 1934 and its art deco beginnings give the venue a clear sense of place, while the hotel describes itself as a local bar and Beaufort Street icon. It welcomes walk-ins, with lunch and dinner bookings available seven days a week, making it suitable for both spontaneous visits and planned meals.

The food menu focuses on familiar pub formats with a more considered use of seasonal and local produce. The selection ranges from grazing-style bar food to substantial mains, including Stirling Ranges Beef Brisket Sliders, Free Range Chicken Karaage, Chicken Parmigiana and Beer Battered Fish & Chips. There are also pizzas, steaks, salads and vegetarian options, with dishes such as Pan Fried Potato Gnocchi and Moroccan Spiced Cauliflower Salad broadening the choice beyond meat and chips. For something to share, the Stone Baked Flatbread, Mozzarella Arancini and Chilli Pork Sausage Roll sit comfortably alongside the bar offering.

A number of dishes draw attention to produce from Western Australian suppliers, including Stirling Ranges beef, Bookara goat’s curd and Arlo Great Southern Scotch Fillet. The menu also caters for younger diners with spaghetti, popcorn chicken and fish and chips, while desserts include Sticky Date Pudding, Chocolate Cheesecake and assorted sorbet. Allergen information is provided, with low-gluten, low-dairy, vegetarian and vegan options or alternatives marked across the menu; the venue notes that its kitchen handles a broad range of allergens.

The drinks list is described as a curated selection of wine and beverages, supported by rotating weekly specials. These include a Beer of the Month, a feature cocktail and weekday happy hour from 5pm to 6pm Monday to Thursday. With its mix of bar bites, full meals, drinks and family-friendly menu options, The Elford can suit a casual drink, a group gathering, a relaxed meal or a low-key dinner for two. Its walk-in policy is handy for an unplanned stop, while the booking option gives groups and diners organising lunch or dinner a more structured choice.