The 12 best Fremantle cafes to kick-start your day

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The best places to get your caffeine fix in Fremantle.

When it comes to cafe options in Fremantle, the options are almost endless – which is what you’d expect from a city with a huge Italian influence and a famous cappuccino strip.

So, we’ve done the groundwork for you. Here are 12 of the best cafes in Fremantle, so you can start your day the right way.

1. Good Things

This intimate little cafe in the heart of the west end not only serves stellar coffee, it also has one of the most interesting all-day breakfast menus you’re likely to come by.

Try the Cilbar Eggs – poached eggs on focaccia with sumac and lemon labne and aleppo chilli butter.

the cafe exterior of Good Things, Fremantle
Good Things serves stellar coffee.

Address: 16 Bannister St, Fremantle.
Opening hours: Mon-Sun 7am – 2pm.

2. Kerfuffle

While a relatively new cafe in the South Fremantle scene, Kerfuffle has quickly attracted a loyal following.

The upcycled furniture and rustic interior create a welcoming, laid-back ambience and the alfresco chairs and tables are a great spot for basking in the morning sunshine.

a cup of coffee with the cafe interior of Kerfuffle in the background
Kerfuffle has quickly attracted a loyal following.

Address: 244 South Terrace, South Fremantle.
Opening hours: Mon-Sun 5.30am – 1pm.

3. Ootong & Lincoln

This cafe is a Fremantle institution, and one of the few places you can grab a coffee after 2pm.

With its main exterior wall adorned with the famous zebra artwork of renowned muralist Anya Brock, Ootong & Lincoln is hard to miss. And its relaxed retro vibe makes it hard to leave.

the facade of Ootong & Lincoln with colourful giraffe painting
Ootong & Lincoln is hard to miss with its famous zebra artwork.

Address: 258 South Terrace, South Fremantle.
Opening hours: Mon-Sun 6am – 3.30pm.

4. Roasting Warehouse

While technically a ‘chain’ with locations in Melbourne and Brisbane as well, the Roasting Warehouse shouldn’t be dismissed. A short walk from the beach, it serves its own premium in-house roasted coffee and all-day brunch.

Their menu is creative and unique, with a stand-out being the Eggs Benny Chan with grilled roti, panko-crumbed eggs and sriracha hollandaise. And they also do bloody Mary’s and mimosas if it’s THAT sort of brunch.

a close-up shot of food plate at Roasting Warehouse
Roasting Warehouse’s menu is creative and unique.

Address: 312 South Terrace, South Fremantle.
Opening hours: Mon-Sun 6am – 3pm.

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5. Hush

One of Fremantle’s most reliable spots for great coffee, Hush is a specialty coffee shop located in the west end that features a revolving door of different – but sensational – beans. Check out their Instagram to see what beans they’re brewing on any particular week.

Address: 68 High St, Fremantle.
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 6.30am – 4pm; Sat 6.30am – 3pm; Sun 7am – 3pm.

6. Quasimodo’s Cafe

Right near Fremantle port, Quasimodo’s Cafe is a small Italian cafe and lunch bar, serving – in their own words – ‘caffeine and carbs’.

Pair your coffee with one of their daily Italian-inspired brunch dishes – think fresh pizzetas with tomato and mozzarella, or bruschetta with chickpeas.

a cup of coffee and sandwich on a table by the glass window at Quasimodo’s Cafe
Quasimodo’s Cafe is a good spot to people-watch.

Address: 7 Phillimore St, Fremantle.
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 7.30am – 3pm.

7. Best Wishes

For the bagel-lovers out there, Best Wishes is all your dreams come true. The coffee and bagel joint sits just off Fremantle’s cafe strip and is a hip spot to start your morning.

people sitting outside Best Wishes cafe in Fremantle
Pop by Best Wishes for your daily dose of caffeine.

For traditionalists, get a plain bagel, but for the adventurous, get one loaded with all the good stuff – cream cheese, avo, bacon, salads and pickles.

pouring coffee into a cup at Best Wishes cafe in Fremantle
Best Wishes is a hip spot to start your morning.

Address: Shop 9/2 Cantonment St, Fremantle.
Opening hours: Mon – Fri 7am – 1pm; Sat 7am – 12pm.

8. Little French Nest

This cafe has absolutely nailed French chic. Neatly tucked away in the streets behind Walyalup Koort, Little French Nest serves show-stopping coffee and has a cabinet of freshly baked French treats like croissants and canelés.

For something substantial, their menu includes things like eggs, crepes and pain perdu (French toast).

drizzling sweet sauce over a plate of dessert at Little French Nest
The French toast will hit your sweet spot.

Address: 15 Point St, Fremantle.
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 8am – 2.30pm; Sat and Sun 7.30am – 2.30pm.

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9. The Little Concept

In the Wray Ave precinct sits this small but mighty cafe. At The Little Concept, the coffee is consistently good and the north-facing alfresco chairs and tables are a beautiful spot to enjoy the morning sun. They also have non-caffeine options, like matcha lattes and red espresso – a rooibos-based drink.

Address: 7 Wray Ave, Fremantle.
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 6.30am – 3pm; Sat 7am – 3pm; Sun 7am – 1pm.

10. The Cool Room

If you’ve got a set of wheels – bike or car – venturing just to the outskirts of Fremantle to The Cool Room is worth the trip.

It’s an edgy and quirky space with white tiles scrawled with highlighter, Formica-topped tables and knick-knacks from the antique shop next door. If you manage to visit on a day they have freshly baked Portuguese tarts, treat yourself.

a painting on the wall inside The Cool Room cafe in Fremantle
The Cool Room is an edgy and quirky space.

Address: 2/114 Holland St, Fremantle.
Opening hours: Thurs and Sun 8am – 2pm; Fri and Sat 8am – 3pm.

11. Third Wheel

Set up in the courtyard of South Beach Cycles, Third Wheel has become a mainstay in the South Fremantle cafe scene.

The verdant verandah teeming with greenery is a great spot to hang with your coffee, and South Beach is a three-minute walk for a post-caffeine dip.

the chairs under a canopy outside Third Wheel cafe in Fremantle
The verandah at Third Wheel is teeming with greenery.

Address: 408 South Terrace, South Fremantle.
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 6.30am – 2pm; Sat and Sun 7am – 2pm.

12. Peggy’s

If you’re a late riser (or have just had a big night) retro sandwich bar Peggy’s is a must-visit. The cafe is family-run, selling made-to-order sambos, subs and toasties with fresh, locally sourced produce.

two servings of sandwiches at Peggy's
Don’t miss out on Peggy’s retro sandwiches.

The parm sandwich is their most popular – fresh focaccia filled with fried eggplant, spicy sugo, salad and parmigiano. Order online and stumble in when you’re ready.

the cafe exterior of Peggy's in Fremantle
Pop into Peggy’s for brekky.

Address: 35 Market St, Fremantle.
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 10am – 2.30pm; Sat and Sun 9am – 2.30pm.

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Kirsty Petrides
Kirsty Petrides is a writer, wine-lover and cheese enthusiast. Whether she’s hunting down the best restaurant in Albania, foraging the Marrakech markets for spices or camping in the middle of Patagonian wilderness, she loves to seek out the authentic side of the places she visits, and share that with readers through her writing.
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Australia’s second-oldest wine region is also one of its best, but you may not have heard of it

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    A 25-minute drive from Perth is all you need to be amongst generations of grape growers. 

    You might not know Swan Valley, but the vines here twist through almost 200 years of history. Today, plump grapes are still plucked, pressed by juice-stained hands and fermented into wine – a journey led by the same families who will pour it into your glass. And with that first taste, you’ve unknowingly become part of a generations-old tradition. 

    So, sit back and take a sip of a crisp white under that sun-speckled pergola and listen to the warbling of magpies – here’s what makes the Swan Valley so special. 

    Western Australia’s oldest wine region 

    Mandoon Estate bathed in the warm glow of sunset.
    Sip your way through Swan Valley’s rich wine heritage. (Image: Tourism WA)

    In 1829, the very year Europeans settled in Perth, the first vines were planted in the Swan Valley. Later, Croatian and Italian migrants blended their southern European winemaking traditions into the local viticulture, a combination that works so well in the Mediterranean climate here. 

    The result today is crisp, tropical Verdelho, dark, fruity Shiraz and plenty of Chenin Blanc – a third of the country’s Chenin Blanc is crushed here. 

    So where to start uncorking? Mandoon Estate has an Aboriginal art gallery and a sculpture trail, where you can taste an Indigenous food platter of smoked crocodile and emu sausages. 

    For a taste of the valley’s Italian heritage, head to Pinelli Estate Winery. Or, for something indulgent – and a little unusual, considering the inland location – RiverBank Estate Winery serves lobster straight from tanks, paired with that Chenin Blanc. 

    If you prefer something stronger in your glass, Talijancich Wines knows a thing or two about fortified drops: try its aged tawny, Muscat and liqueur Verdelho. 

    Sensational dining 

    A beautifully presented dish paired with champagne.
    Pair great food with a scenic winery setting. (Image: Tourism Caversham)

    The Swan Valley follows that great Australian wine-country tradition, with everything from unfussily fantastic pub meals and beer gardens to unexpected fine dining at cellar doors. 

    Start at Edgecombe Winery, which does brunch as well as drops. Their brioche French toast with raspberry and rhubarb coulis, poached pear and roasted pistachios will taste best when you’re perched at a table outside. Don’t forget to explore their orchard and wetland afterwards. 

    Pick up a box of freshly baked macarons from Maison Saint-Honoré (bien sûr) before heading to Valley Social for a North American barbecue-inspired feed. Chow down on beef brisket burnt ends and wash them down with a hemp-infused craft beer. 

    Baskerville Tavern is brewing beer again in the former Feral Brewpub. Order their Monday special – a classic chicken parmi – and try Slumdog Brewing’s regular range, including a tart blueberry sour made with fresh and freeze-dried berries. In winter, it’s time for their seasonal seven-malt stout, with notes of dark chocolate, coffee and caramel. 

    An unbeatable visitor’s centre

    In Guildford is the Swan Valley Visitor Centre in a restored 1866 courthouse. Its award-winning staff know everything about anything happening in the Swan Valley. Pick their brains (and pick up a free map) before setting off. But, check out the centre’s Welcome to Country mural by local Whadjuk artist Chloe Caylon first. 

    Scenic drives 

    Use that handy Visitor Centre map to get a bit of everything on the Swan Valley’s 32-kilometre scenic loop, which connects over 150 attractions. Think roadside produce stalls, art galleries and historic buildings. Just remember to organise that designated driver if you’re extra keen on the vineyard stops. 

    Other drops 

    If the thought of wine makes your temples pulse, there are plenty of other tipples to tickle your fancy. Txoko Brewing in Baskerville takes its name from a Basque gathering place for cooking, drinking and socialising. Work through its rotating beers and plates of Spanish croquettes and sardines, then settle on the grass while the kids let off steam in the playground. 

    AmberChes Spirits Distillery uses locally sourced botanicals and fruit to make saltbush gin, lemon myrtle gin and Gincello, a twist on limoncello. Try its award-winning sloe gin, which was named Australia’s best at the 2025 Gin Guide Awards. Better yet, have a go at making your own in a hands-on gin-blending and distilling class among the vines. 

    Historic architecture and an arts scene 

    Traditional art celebrating First Nations culture.
    Explore the stories behind the Swan Valley. (Image: Tourism WA)

    Next: Guildford. It is one of WA’s earliest colonial settlements – but the history here goes back much further. The Whadjuk Noongar people are the land’s Traditional Custodians, whose Dreaming tells of the Wagyl serpent creating the gum tree-lined Swan River. Today, Guildford’s original town layout remains largely unchanged. Follow one of four heritage walks past 19th-century buildings, galleries and James Street’s antique shops. 

    Take home pantry staples 

    The display counter at Margaret River Chocolate Company.
    Treat yourself to a chocolate-filled detour. (Image: Tourism WA)

    Sometimes the little stops are just as good as the big hitters. Pull over at Margaret River Chocolate Company for free tastings of white, milk and dark chocolate. Then stop by Harvey Cheese Swan Valley for Lemon Myrtle Ash Brie or St Duke’s Red. End at The House of Honey, where you can sample local honey and get buzzy on honey ice cream pancakes. 

    Nature and wildlife 

    A close-up of a koala in its natural habitat.
    Add a little wildlife adventure. (Image: Tourism WA)

    If the kids have had enough of winery lawns, save the bottles for later and head to Caversham Wildlife Park. Here, you can hand-feed kangaroos and meet koalas and wombats. Catch working sheepdogs and sheep-shearing demonstrations at the Farm Show. Elsewhere in Whiteman Park, hop aboard a vintage train or tram, or cool off in the splash pool. 

    Finish at Bells Rapids, where fuchsia grevillea, crimson bottlebrush and yellow wattles bloom each spring. 

    Start planning your culinary escape at swanvalley.com.au. 

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