Varnish on King

Varnish on King sits on King Street in the heart of the Perth CBD, on one of the city's most characterful heritage strips. A well-regarded cocktail bar — known for its American whiskey focus and a moody, characterful underground setting — it's earned a strong reputation, the kind of stylish, in-the-know spot that's become a genuine favourite for a quality drink.

The appeal is that combination of expertly made cocktails (with a love of American whiskey), good bar food and a genuinely atmospheric, characterful setting on heritage King Street, ideal for after-work drinks, a special drink, a date or a sophisticated night out. Its distinctive character and quality drinks have made it a beloved fixture of Perth's bar scene.

With a 4.5 rating from more than 1,200 reviews, it's clearly delivering on both the drinks and the atmosphere. Cocktail lists, the food offering, opening hours and any events vary, and a popular city bar fills up on weekends, so it's worth checking current details before you go — though for an expertly made cocktail in a characterful setting, it's often just a matter of dropping in at Varnish on King in central Perth.