51 Chefs Hats for extraordinary Western Australian Restaurants
Western Australia is well known for its extraordinary landscapes, people and experiences and now ten of the State’s eateries have been awarded Chefs Hats.
The Australian Good Food and Travel Guides Chefs Hats are awarded to top-notch chefs and restaurants across the country, recognising their commitment to food excellence and consistency.
Western Australian restaurants that made the short list were specifically acknowledged by the Guides for their exceptional quality of fresh produce and out-of-the-ordinary cuisine.
Perth’s top ten restaurants as awarded by the Australian Good Food and Travel Guide
Restaurant Amuse
Restaurant Amuse is no longer one of the city’s best kept secrets, treating guests to an exquisite degustation menu with vegetarian and pescetarian options. Awarded 17 Chefs Hats.
The Loose Box
Having first opened its doors 28 years ago, The Loose Box is one of Perth’s premier and most established restaurants serving vibrant flavours of French influenced cuisine. Awarded 16 Chefs Hats.
Star Anise
Star Anise has a warm interior and a mouth-watering menu. Chef David Coomer uses the finest local and imported ingredients to create classic South Asian-influenced flavours. Awarded 16 Chefs Hats.
Balthazar
Balthazar has been impressing guests for over ten years with its European-style modern Australian cuisine. All time favourites include duck breast and the chef’s special pork shoulder. Awarded 15 Chefs Hats.
Jackson’s Restaurant
Guests at the highly acclaimed Jackson's Restaurant can enjoy a delicious selection of meat and seafood dishes adapted to the season. Awarded 15 Chefs Hats.
Friends Restaurant
With beautiful views of Perth and the Swan River, Friends Restaurant is the place to visit when looking for sophistication and modern Australian cuisine. Awarded 14 Chef Hat’s.
Must Winebar
Must Winebar caters for all with a French inspired bistro, relaxing bar and intimate champagne lounge. The bistro has a lively yet classy dining space. Awarded 14 Chefs Hats.
Perugino
Perugino is one of Perth’s finest Italian restaurants, located in the heart of West Perth, offering beautiful, traditional food in an elegant setting. Awarded 14 Chefs Hats.
The Gala Restaurant
The Gala Restaurant is home to traditional European gourmet cuisine, including a delicious selection of local black truffle specials created by German chefs Hans Lang and Marianne Kempf. Awarded 14 Chefs Hats.
Zafferano
Zafferano offers picturesque views of Perth and cuisine to delight the senses. This seafood restaurant has an impressive array of dishes injected with Italian flair. Awarded 14 Chefs Hats.
More information on the winners can be found at the Australian Good Food and Travel Guide website.
More Perth restaurant pulse points
As the locals will proudly attest, there's nothing quite like dining on gourmet fare and sipping fine wine under a balmy summer night sky in Perth, Subiaco, Fremantle, Mount Lawley and Victoria Park.
Taste the creations inspired by acclaimed Australian chef Neil Perry at Rockpool Bar & Grill in the Burswood Entertainment Complex.
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pus Restaurant at The Richardson Hotel & Spa is a stand-out performer, with chef Todd Cheavins blending French flair with the finest Western Australian fresh flavours.
Designed with sustainability principles in mind, Greenhouse is one of Perth’s funkiest restaurants. Located on St. George’s Terrace, it offers superb coffee, cocktails, food and wine.
Reliably good food, coffee and wine can be found in Perth’s chic boutique hotspot at 44 King Street. This place is bustling from breakfast till late.
Complete with Chesterfield couches, mood lighting and an elegant courtyard, Andaluz Tapas Bar is located in the basement of the 104-year-old Parker & Parker, on Howard Street in the CBD.
Gourmet market and wine seller the Beaufort Street Merchant dishes up delectable delights for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Reinventing the traditional pub, The Brisbane is a funky, urban and contemporary hang out. Modern pub food is served with the freshest of produce for an affordable price.
Organic, contemporary and hip, Cantina 663 merges all of these elements flawlessly. Their Italian-inspired menu and wine list will enchant your tastebuds.
Fuche is a small and funky restaurant and bar serving quality modern cuisine with a happening vibe. A fur-lined ceiling, drum and bass tunes, and live music add to the ambience.
Subiaco’s funky Funtastico is open for coffee, snacks or something more substantial. Serving mostly Italian pastas and pizza, it also offers some Aussie favourites including steak and mash.
Or, experience the exotic at Alaturka – serving up a selection of authentic Turkish food inspired by century-old recipes.
Perth views to dine for
If it's sweeping views you're after, step right this way.
Enjoy unbeatable views of the Perth city and Swan River over delectable restaurant fare at Fraser's Restaurant, The Old Swan Brewery or Matilda Bay.
At C Restaurant in Perth, revolving windows deliver a breathtaking bird's eye view of the city and beyond.
Halo Café is surrounded by the calm blue river at Barrack Square, while the Crystal Swan takes you down the river itself, with a range of afternoon and dinner cruises.
Bluewater Grill in Applecross also boasts million-dollar views of the Swan River and Perth city skyline.
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