12 Best Bars In Fremantle | Australian Traveller

If you’ve got a West Coast holiday on your bucket list, be sure to carve out time for a Fremantle bar crawl (or two).

This historic port town dances to its own free-spirited rhythm, with a diverse, captivating and creative community. So it’s little surprise that it’s home to a treasure trove of interesting bars. From intimate gin lounges creating custom G&T’s for each customer, to Chilean-inspired cocktail bars tucked down alleyways, Fremantle has something for every taste. Here are 12 of our favourite bars in Fremantle.

1. Gimlet

Best for: An intimate date.

Situated within the historical Warders Hotel , Gimlet’s square meterage is tiny (about 10 people max) but its gin selection certainly is not.

There’s no menu, simply tell the friendly mixologist behind the bar what sort of botanicals and flavours you like in your gin, sample a few on the nose, and they’ll expertly craft you your own custom G&T.

Address: 19 Henderson Street, Fremantle

Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 7am – 10pm; Fri & Sat 7am – 11pm

2. H&C Urban Winery

Best for: Drinks and snacks with friends.

The only fully operational winery in the metro area, H&C has partnered with top WA winemakers to create an impressive wine list that it serves in its verdant and lively venue. And in true winery style, you can perch yourself at the bar and try a few before you make your choice.

the bar interior of H&C Urban Winery filled with plants — Settle into the lush and relaxed atmosphere at H&C Urban Winery.

Wine novice? Never fear. The menu has categories to help you decipher what you might enjoy e.g. ‘Bright & Clean’, ‘Juicy & Pulpy’, or ‘Bold & Wild’.

the crowded bar of H&C Urban Winery in Fremantle — H&C Urban Winery is a go-to spot for wine lovers.

Address: 181 High St, Fremantle

Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 12pm – 10pm; Fri & Sat 12pm – 12am

3. Wild in the Street

Best for: Cocktails and snacks with friends.

This almost-hidden, blink-and-you-might-miss-it cocktail bar is tucked between a pizzeria and a hotdog shop. Accessed through an alleyway, it opens out into a groovy Chilean-Mediterranean-inspired space serving share plates from the woodfire and seasonal cocktails inspired by the produce in Fremantle.

bottles of spirits on display at Wild in the Street bar in Fremantle — Pick your poison.

Order the Pepperberry Pisco, a local take on the traditional pisco sour with native WA pepperberries.

the bar interior of Wild in the Street — Hit pause on everyday hustle and order a drink or two at Wild in the Street.

Address: 2/388 South Terrace, Fremantle

Opening hours: Wed & Thurs 5pm – 11pm; Fri-Sun 4pm – 11pm

4. Mr Chapple

Best for: Intimate wine dates.

This crafty little bar has a rustic and warm inside bar featuring exposed brick and rich wooden decor as well as a rooftop terrace overlooking the cappuccino strip.

people lining up at the well-lit bar counter of Mr Chapple, Fremantle — Make a beeline for the rustic and warm inside bar at Mr Chapple.

Our favourite part is the rotating wine list, curated monthly by the experts at nearby Old Bridge Cellars – one of Perth’s most-esteemed wine stores.

brunch favourites and coffee on the table at Mr Chapple, Fremantle — Take a bite out of this crafty little bar.

Each month, the Old Bridge aficionados pick a dozen of their top drops to be served at Mr Chapple for the month ahead.

the rustic and wooden dining interior of Mr Chapple — Head to Mr Chapple for brunch and pull up one of the wooden chairs.

Address: 92 South Terrace, Fremantle

Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 8am – 11pm; Fri-Sun 8am – 1am

5. The Flaming Galah

Best for: Quirky cocktails in an inclusive setting.

Fremantle’s first queer bar brings welcoming vibes and a lot of sparkle to Freo.

people dining outside Flaming Galah bar in Fremantle — Pop by The Flaming Galah for a sundowner.

With bright green and white tiling, pink walls adorned with photos of same-sex couples and a bar made entirely out of glitter, it’s worth a trip purely for the decor itself.

a look inside The Flaming Galah bar in Fremantle full of people — Fremantle’s first queer bar is often full house.

But the cocktails happen to be outstanding (and fun) as well. We recommend the Splice Splice Baby, which is coconut rum, spiced rum, watermelon, and pineapple juice.

a glass of cocktail at The Flaming Galah — The Flaming Galah is the perfect spot for the right drink.

Address: 19B Essex Street, Walyalup / Fremantle

Opening hours: Mon, Wed & Thurs 4pm – 11pm; Fri 2pm – 12am; Sat 12pm – 12am; Sun 12pm – 10pm

6. Whisper Wine Bar

Best for: Oenophiles and Francophiles

Perhaps the best-kept secret in Fremantle. Whisper Wine Bar was started by a former Parisian who wanted to bring a little taste of France to Freo. The bar is decidedly French, from the rose-cladded balconies on the bar’s second story, to the food menu that consists of baguette, soft cheese and cured meats.

Cheese board at Whisper Wine Bar in Fremantle, WA — Go for the drinks, stay for the charcuterie.

Address: 1/15 Essex St, Fremantle

Opening hours: Thurs 3.30 – 10pm; Fri & Sat 12 – 10pm; Sun 12 – 9.30pm

7. Jetty Bar & Eats

Best for: A sunny afternoon aperitivo (with your dog)

This riverside venue might look like just a shed from the outside, but inside you’ll find a sharply-designed Mediterranean-inspired space with a uniquely European-flavoured wine list.

the riverside Jetty Bar & Eats perched on the water in Fremantle — Dine by the serene river at Jetty Bar & Eats.

Order the Jetty Aperol Spritz and enjoy the view of the Swan River.

the entrance of Jetty Bar & Eats in Fremantle — Wine in the sun on the charming riverside dining of Jetty Bar & Eats.

Address: 136 Beach Street, Fremantle

Opening hours: Wed, Thurs, Sun 11.30am – 9pm; Fri & Sat 11.20am – 11pm

8. Republic of Fremantle

Best for: Gin lovers.

Republic of Fremantle is an urban distillery in the heart of Fremantle’s west end. Not only do they craft their aromatic gin onsite, they also serve it at their distillery bar and kitchen. Take a seat in the cosy ambience of the Distillery Bar or take in the sunshine Parklet.

Address: 3 Pakenham St, Fremantle

Opening hours: Mon & Tues 11am – 6pm; Wed-Sun 11am – 12am

9. Strange Company

Best for: Wine lovers and small-bar enthusiasts.

One of the best small bars in Perth, Strange Company is a sharp and sophisticated spot for an evening drink – if the mood lighting doesn’t lure you in, the remarkably extensive wine list certainly will.

Address: 5 Nairn St, Fremantle

Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 2pm – 12am; Fri-Sun 12pm – 12am

10. Ronnie Nights

Best for: A late-night drink and dance.

This small bar has nailed effortless cool with its retro decor (including vintage TV sets), dim mood lighting and a revolving door of live music acts. The cocktail specials are music-themed, too – try the Sgt. Pepper, ginger-infused vodka with agave and grapefruit.

people sitting inside a dimly bar at Ronnie Nights — Sit inside the dimly lit bar with a cold pint in hand.

Address: 75/77 Market St, Fremantle

Opening hours: Wed-Sun 4pm – 12am

11. Honky Tonk Blues

Best for: Country vibes and live music.

Honky Tonk serves up good old-fashioned Southern hospitality in its American-themed bar.

a girl wearing a Mexican hat at the bar counter of Honky Tonk — Honky Tonk is a funky and quirky saloon-style bar in Fremantle.

Sip on whiskey, order 50-cent wings and boot-scoot with friends to the sounds of their house band, The Honky Tonk Heroes.

a hand holding a green drink against a Texas sign at Honky Tonk — Kick it off with a drink of your choice.

Address: 81 High St, Fremantle

Opening hours: Sun & Mon 6pm – 12am; Wed-Sat 6pm – 1am

12. Mrs Brown Bar

Best for: Wine and cheese with a date.

This North Freo institution is an ode to Queen Victoria, and feels very regal indeed with its vintage bell lampshades, retro floral wallpaper and comfy Sheffield couches. In winter you cosy up by the fire with a wine and cheese platter, and in summer head out the back to the leafy courtyard.

Address: 241 Queen Victoria St, North Fremantle

Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 4.30pm – 10pm; Fri & Sat 12pm – 12am; Sun 12pm – 10pm

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WA might be enormous, but the right insider knowledge brings its mysteries a whole lot closer.

“Western Australia is a land of record-breakers,” says Carolyn Tipper, a Travel Director working on AAT Kings Western Australia tours. “It has the second-longest fault line, the second-largest meteorite crater, the second-fastest flowing river—it just keeps surprising you. And every area has its charm.”

From tropics to deserts, Australia’s largest state is a land of extremes. You can’t see all of Western Australia in a lifetime, but with the right guide, you can discover its hidden pockets of magic.

Carolyn wishes to reach her guests’ hearts. “I want them to enjoy and be in awe,” she says. “I want them to have the holiday of a lifetime.”

1. Mimbi Caves

You wouldn’t expect a Great Barrier Reef in the outback – but that’s what you’ll find at Mimbi Caves. Once part of a 350-million-year-old reef, these caves hold marine fossils, ancient Indigenous rock art, and Dreamtime stories shared by a Gooniyandi guide.

“That’s when the real connection happens,” says Carolyn, who has taken guests through on the AAT Kings Wonders of the West Coast and Kimberley tour . “When guests connect, not just with the land, but with the people who have called it home for tens of thousands of years.”

Eye-level view of traveller exploring Mimbi Caves. — Walk through ancient limestone passages. (Image: Tourism Western Australia)

2. Kalbarri National Park

Nothing prepares you for the Kalbarri Skywalk: a 25-metre platform jutting over Murchison Gorge, 100 metres above the red cliffs and river below. From July to October, join the AAT Kings Untamed Pilbara and West Coast tour to see over 1000 wildflower species paint the park, and listen as an Indigenous guide shares their uses, bush foods and medicine plants.

“I want our guests to have an emotional experience,” says Carolyn. “It’s not just about seeing the land, it’s about stepping into the stories.”

An aerial view of the Kalbarri Skywalk, one of the secret places in Western Australia, with visitors on the edge. — Stand on the Kalbarri Skywalk in Western Australia. (Image: Tourism Western Australia)

3. Hamelin Bay Wines

Margaret River isn’t just a top wine region – it’s a winner in every category. Where the Indian and Southern Oceans collide, granite cliffs rise, limestone caves sprawl and Karri forests tower. It almost distracts from the world-class Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay.

Almost.

Out of over 100 cellar doors, AAT Kings pick Hamelin Bay Wines as a favourite. Hosted tastings of small-batch wines on the Western Wonderland tour end with a group meal. The menu shifting with the seasons.

“Get off the beaten track to one of WA’s most relaxed venues for some amazing red and white signature wines,” explains Carolyn, “accompanied with upmarket pub food.”

Spectacular views.

A person raising a glass of Chardonnay against a glowing Western Australia sunset. — Sip world-class wines at Hamelin Bay in Western Australia. (Image: Getty)

4. Wildflower Guided Walk, Kings Park

Western Australia is home to 12,000 native plant species – 3000 bloom in Kings Park’s Botanic Garden. Stroll past Kangaroo Paw, Banksia and blooms from the Goldfields, Stirling Ranges and Kimberley. “The diversity of Western Australia is immense,” says Carolyn, who leads guests through on the South Western Escape tour .

Couple enjoying the view from the Lotterywest Federation walkway at Kings Park and Botanical Garden. — Wander among thousands of native plant species. (Image: Tourism Western Australia)

5. Hoochery Distillery

Did you know that between Kununurra and Emma Gorge lies the state’s oldest continuously operating distillery? Well, the oldest legal one. Set on a family farm, Hoochery Distillery was hand-built using materials found on the property, conjuring up award-winning rum from local sugarcane, wet season rainwater and yeast.

Today, visitors can sample a hearty nip of rum, along with whiskies and gins – all crafted using traditional, labour-intensive methods. It’s the ideal way to soak up the ‘spirit’ of the Kimberley on the AAT Kings’ Untamed Kimberley tour .

People enjoying a rum tasting at one of the secret places in Western Australia. — Sample award-winning rum. (Image: Tourism Western Australia)

6. Geraldton

The wildflowers of the Midwest will make your heart blossom. In Geraldton, the Helen Ansell Art Gallery brings the region’s botanicals to life in vivid colour and intricate detail. In nearby Mullewa, wander bushland trails lined with everlastings and native blooms. Further afield, Coalseam Conservation Park bursts into carpets of pink, white, and yellow each spring. Do it all on the Wildflower Wanderer tour with AAT Kings.

woman walking through Wildflowers, Coalseam Conservation Park — Chase vibrant wildflower trails. (Image: Tourism Western Australia)

7. El Questro

Wake up after a night under the stars at Emma Gorge Resort, ready to explore the mighty beauty of the El Questro Wilderness Park. With deep gorges, thermal springs, and cascading waterfalls, time slows here.

Join the AAT Kings’ Wonders of the West Coast and Kimberley tour to drift through Chamberlain Gorge, where sheer sandstone walls glow burnt orange in the sun, archer fish flick at the surface, and rock wallabies peer down from ledges above. Then, step into Zebedee Springs, a secret oasis of warm, crystal-clear pools among prehistoric Livistona palms – a moment of pure, wild stillness.

Emma Gorge Resort at El Questro. — Wake to adventure at Emma Gorge Resort. (Image: Tourism Western Australia)

8. Lake Argyle

Once vast cattle country, Lake Argyle now sprawls like an inland sea – Western Australia’s largest freshwater lake, created by the damming of the Ord River. Scattered with over 70 islands, its glassy waters teem with life, like freshwater crocodiles, barramundi, bony bream, sleepy cod and over 240 bird species. That’s nearly a third of Australia’s avian population.

Glide across the lake’s surface on a cruise as part of AAT Kings’ Untamed Kimberley tour , where the silence is only broken by the splash of fish and the call of birds. For Carolyn, this place is a perfect example of how WA’s landscapes surprise visitors. “Lake Argyle is a big puddle of water that became a game-changer,” she says. “Seeing it from a boat, coach, and plane is mind-blowing. It puts time, isolation and the sheer scale into perspective.”

Aerial View of Triple J Tours on the Ord River, near Kununurra. — Glide past islands on Western Australia’s largest freshwater lake. (Image: Western Australia)

Discover more of Western Australia’s hidden gems and book your tour at aatkings.com.

12 of the best bars in Fremantle you need to visit