perth city small bars
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Your guide to small bars in Perth City, Australia.TRANSCRIPT
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Published April 2014
Perth’s small bar scene continues to grow with
establishments popping up all over the city.
You don’t have to look far to find them in laneways,
basements, rooftops and hidden spaces, offering
a refreshing tipple, sophisticated grub and
a great night out.
Here’s just a sample of the small bars you can
find in Perth City.
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THE BROWN FOX
72 Outram St, West Perth 6181 9900 | Mon-Sat 11am-late
This bar and bistro boasts a unique picturesque interior from its Romanian front door to the Egyptian chandeliers and pressed tin ceilings. Try an exclusive drop from their onsite Lazy Dog Cidery served only at the venue.
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1907 COCKTAIL BAR
26 Queen St, Perth 9436 0233 | Tue, Wed & Thu 5pm-midnight, Fri 4pm-1am, Sat 6pm-1am
Housed in a refurbished 100-year old building, 1907 oozes luxury and sophistication, combining old world Hollywood glamour with a contemporary twist. A special reserve liquor cabinet holds some of the world’s rarest and oldest whiskies, cognacs and dark rums.
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AMPHORAS BAR
1303 Hay St, West Perth 9226 4666 | Mon-Fri 9am-late, Sat 4pm-late
Share freshly-prepared tapas and indulge in specialty wine and beer handpicked from around the globe. The alfresco area is great for people-watching at this West Perth location.
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ANDALUZ BAR & TAPAS
21 Howard St, Perth 9481 0092 | Tue-Thu 12pm-midnight, Fri 12pm-1am, Sat 6pm-1am
Venture down Howard Street to find this underground cocktail bar that’s distinctly European in style. Relax on plush furnishings in intimate surroundings with elegant tapas matched with handpicked wine from Europe with a focus on Spain.
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BAR DE HALCYON
Wolf Lane, Perth | 6336 9243 Mon 7pm-12pm, Tue-Fri 7am-late, Sat 4pm-late
Perth’s first pinxtos (Spanish snack) bar, Bar de Halcyon, is beautifully fit out on two levels offering a self-serve bar with delicious morsels of food. For the more daring, try their take on a Bloody Mary using bacon infused vodka. Check out the photos that line the bathroom walls – they’re definitely a talking point.
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THE BIRD
181 William St, Northbridge | 6142 3513 Mon-Sat 1pm-midnight, Sun 1pm-10pm
Have you heard about The Bird? With a focus on live music, The Bird hosts events six nights a week. Listen to a live band inside, or head to the bricked outdoor courtyard for an evening under the stars. Peckish punters are even welcome to bring in a Jus Burger or dinner from other neighbouring restaurants.
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BAR LAFAYETTE
125 St Georges Tce, Perth 0416 816 355 | Mon-Fri 11am-12am, Sat 4pm-midnight
Located at Brookfield Place on the ground floor of the restored Perth Technical School is this classic, old world cocktail bar. Take a seat outdoors or on a leather armchair inside as you’re taken care of by attentive staff.
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BIVOUAC CANTEEN & BAR
198 William St, Northbridge 9227 0883 | Tues-Fri 12pm-late, Sat 10am-late
A licensed canteen where you can share locally sourced food with a greater Mediterranean bent and drinks with a story. Enjoy Bivouac’s own coffee blends while you enjoy artworks from emerging artists Tuesday to Saturday.
BIVOUAC CANTEEN & BAR BOB’S BAR
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BOB’S BAR
125 St Georges Tce, Perth 6282 0000 | Mon-Sat 12pm-midnight
Venture up the newspaper lined staircase of Print Hall to Bob’s Bar – a rooftop oasis lounge and terrace named after Bob Hawke. Party under the neon lights and stars and take in a sterling view of Perth’s tallest buildings.
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BOBÈCHE
131 St Georges Tce, Perth 9226 5596 | Mon-Sat 4pm-11.30pm
Escape to this 1920s carnival-themed basement speakeasy where you get the impression of being somewhere dark and mysterious. Here you’ll find liqueur served in teapots, classic cocktails and beer on tap.
BOB’S BAR
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THE BUTTERWORTH
Exchange Plaza, Sherwood Crt, Perth | 6181 9900 Mon-Fri 6am-midnight, Sat 5pm-midnight
The Butterworth is a sophisticated bar, restaurant and café offering a menu by award-winning chef Nick French. Drinks-wise you can expect high quality cocktails where bitters and liqueurs are made in-house. A décor of wood and glass makes for the perfect atmosphere to unwind.
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CANTON LOUNGE BAR
532 Hay St, Perth 9325 8887 | Tue-Thu 3pm-midnight, Fri 12pm-midnight, Sat 6pm-midnight
Originally the site of Perth’s very first Chinese restaurant, an Oriental influence can still be seen in Canton’s striking modern décor today. Nibble on Asian fusion tapas to go with novel cocktails made with exquisite ingredients.
CANTON LOUNGE BAR
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CHEEKY SPARROW
Wolf Lane, 1/317 Murray St, Perth | 0405 550 286 | Tue-Fri 11.30am-late, Sat 4pm-late
Cheeky Sparrow is a slick-looking venue divided by two levels. Details like birdcages and lighting made to look like nests make for a nice touch. Food comes in the form of pizza and a selection of ‘boards’ offering cured meats, antipasti and cheese.
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CHOO CHOO’S
Brookfield Place, 125 St Georges Tce, Perth 0416 459 281 | Mon-Thu 3pm-midnight, Fri 11am-midnight, Sat 3pm-midnight
This grungy warehouse-style bar offers a point of difference from its upmarket Brookfield Place counterparts. Escape to a hideaway decked out with pre-loved furniture and street art on the walls for “slinging drinks and good times.”
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THE CONSERVATORY
356 Murray St, Perth 9481 196 | Tue 12pm-9pm, Wed & Thu 12pm-1am, Fri & Sat 12pm-3am, Sun 12pm-9pm
Perth’s first rooftop bar, The Conservatory is built with a 14-metre retractable roof to take advantage of the summer sun. Enjoy the view upon lush astroturf with a deluxe barbecue area serving up local produce grilled to perfection.
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FRISK SMALL BAR
103 Francis St, Northbridge Tue-Fri 6.30am-midnight, Sat 10.30am-midnight, Sun 10.30am-10pm
What started out as a coffee joint is now a trendy small bar that boasts one of the largest collections of gin in the world. A cosy haunt where the people are passionate about cocktails and coffee, naturally. You’re also encouraged to bring in burgers, pizza or takeaway from other restaurants.
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EZRA POUND
Shop 17, 189 William St, Northbridge | 0415 757 666 Tue-Sat 1pm-midnight, Sun 1pm-10pm
This artsy laneway bar draws inspiration from America’s prohibition era where venues secretly served alcohol. Here, you’ll find Coopers longnecks served in paper bags along with classic cocktails and a revolving wine list.
EZRA POUND
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GREENHOUSE
100 St Georges Tce, Perth 9481 8333 | Mon-Fri 7am-late, Sat 9am-late
From the locally sourced, sustainably grown food to the building itself, Greenhouse puts the focus on sustainable living. Step into the structure with the vertical garden wall and admire the recycled décor on ground level, or head upstairs to the rooftop bar where DJs entertain into the night.
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THE GEORGE
216 St Georges Tce, Perth | 6161 6662 Mon-Fri 7am-late, Sat 5pm-late
A sophisticated locale offering fine dining and high tea options. Choose from an extensive list of local and international wine and beer, or indulge in a cool cocktail under a grand chandelier that forms an impressive centrepiece.
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HELVETICA
Rear of 101 St Georges Tce (Howard Lane), Perth Tue-Thu 3pm-midnight, Fri 12pm-1am, Sat 6pm-1am
The large outdoor chandeliers in Howard Lane are a good indication that you’re getting close to this cosy bar tucked in a laneway. Whiskey is the order of the day and you’ll find most of their cocktails made with whiskey or tequila as star ingredients.
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HULA BULA BAR
Unit 1, 12 Victoria Ave, Perth | 9225 4457 | Wed & Thu 4pm-midnight, Fri 4pm-1am, Sat 6pm-1am
Step into WA’s only Tiki bar that’s decked out in bamboo, palm leaves and totems. This little bar offers quirky cocktails served up in monkey head mugs and specialises in rare top shelf rums.
HULA BULA BAR
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THE LANEWAY LOUNGE
414A Murray St, Perth 9321 250 | Tue-Sat 4pm-2am
Taking inspiration from New Orleans and Paris, this elegant lounge bar champions local jazz music coupled with tapas and drinks. Choose from a selection of classic jazz era cocktails exclusive to Perth, complemented by more progressive creations.
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LOST SOCIETY
Unit 1/918 Hay St, Perth 9322 6744 | Tue-Sat 12pm-late
This stylish modern bar in Perth’s fashionable West End specialises in cutting-edge cocktails with a gin and rum influence. A supper menu features tapas, pizza, charcuterie boards, cheese and more substantial options until 2am.
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MECHANICS’ INSTITUTE
222 William St, Northbridge 9228 4189 | Daily 12pm-late
Head up the stairs via the rear laneway to find this gem. The pre-loved furniture and quirky décor adds charm but the rooftop terrace with city skyline views is the main attraction. If hunger strikes, just order a burger from Flipside below.
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PICA BAR & CAFÉ
51 James St, Northbridge 9228 6310 | Mon 7am-3.30pm, Tue-Wed 7am-10pm, Thu & Fri 7am-midnight, Sat 8am-midnight, Sun 11am-10pm
Art and food come together at this establishment which focuses on good food, cocktails and coffee. New artwork adorns the gallery walls every six weeks. Sink into a leather couch inside or sit in the alfresco area overlooking Perth Cultural Centre.
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SENTINEL
Cnr St Georges Tce & William St, Perth 6103 0507 | Fri 7am-late, Sat 6pm-late
Paying homage to the style of New York and the intrinsic food culture of France, Sentinel is a refined bar overlooking St Georges Terrace.
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VARNISH ON KING
75 King St (Basement), Perth 9324 2237 | Mon-Fri 11.30am-midnight, Sat 4pm-midnight
With no obvious frontage, you’ll have to actively seek out this speakeasy-style establishment. Head downstairs to find an intimate space that serves up share plates of American bar food and an impressive whiskey selection.
VENN
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VENN
16 Queen St, Perth 9321 8366 | Mon & Tue 7am-5pm, Wed-Fri 7am-midnight, Sat 9am-midnight
A refurbished flour mill from 1906, Venn is a contemporary space focused on design. Pair your libation with refined bar snacks while you relax on the ground level, gallery or skydeck.
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WOLF LANE BAR
Wolf Lane, Perth | 9322 4671 Tue-Sat 4pm-late
You’ll find Wolf Lane Bar tucked away in Perth’s high-end shopping precinct. Sip on a cocktail amidst vintage décor including old trunks used as tables, Tiffany lamps, antique bottles and a bookshelf with literature from times gone by.
WOLF LANE BAR
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Richardson St
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Ord St
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Mayfair St
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Cook St
Field
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Aberdeen St
Ord St
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York St
Mount St
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Forre
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Francis St
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Murray St
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Fras
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Nash St
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Delhi St
Edith St
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St Ruth St
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lan R
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Coli n
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Stuart St
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Milli
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tElde
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Malcolm St
Railway St
Willi
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Willi
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Hill
St Plain
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Fitzg
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Hay St
Kings Park Rd
Adelaide Tce
Cambridge St
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fort
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Beau
fort
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Roe St
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Newcastle St
Lord
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James St
Brook St
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Bulwer St
Bagot Rd
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Hay St
James St
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