17 Superb Restaurants In Fremantle | Australian Traveller

A collection of the most delicious eateries to visit in the foodie-haven.

Fremantle has made a name for itself as a culinary destination, brimming with all sorts of restaurants from interesting Asian-fusion, to modern Italian trattorias continuing the strong legacy that Italian immigrants brought to the port city many years ago.

Heading to the port city? These are the best restaurants to visit during your stay.

1. La Cabana

Authentic Mexican using local Freo produce 100 metres from the white sand of South Beach. The folks at Freo favourite La Cabana really have nailed it. For added local flair, they even have a fresh produce exchange where locals can bring in supplies from their garden in exchange for ‘taco dollars’, which the head chef creates menu specials around. Try the Baja (fish) taco and the Tommy’s Margarita.

Address: 400 South Terrace, Fremantle

Opening hours: Wed & Thurs 4pm-10pm; Fri 12pm – 10pm; Sat 9am-12pm, 12.30pm – 10pm; Sun 9am-12pm, 12.30pm – 8pm

2. Tonic + Ginger

Arguably the best food in Fremantle. Tonic + Ginger , situated within The Old Synagogue, does Southeast Asian fusion in a remarkable way, with all dishes designed to be shared. We recommend the yellow curry made with local snapper, Asian herbs and coconut. And while you’re at it, order a cocktail from the unique and inventive list – it’s hard to go past the Yuzu Kiss, a combination of yuzu gin, mandarin, lime and honey.

friends dining at Tonic & Ginger, Fremantle — Share incredible Southeast Asian fare at Tonic & Ginger. (Image: Tourism Western Australia)

Address: 92 South Terrace, Fremantle

Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 11.45am – 1.30pm, 5.30pm – 10pm; Fri & Sat 11.45am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 11pm; Sun 11.45am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 10pm

3. Emily Taylor

Emily Taylor is another stand-out Fremantle restaurant that sees people coming from all over Perth to sample its distinctive Asian-fusion menu. For a light meal, get baos and beer or crunchy spiced bites and wine.

the restaurant exterior of Emily Taylor at The Warders Hotel, Fremantle — See for yourself why people keep coming back to Emily Taylor. (Image: Tourism Western Australia)

For something substantial, the roast duck, curries and aromatic fish with fresh herbs. Either way, you’ll be booking a second visit to come back for more.

al fresco dining at Emily Taylor, Fremantle — Dine al fresco at Emily Taylor. (Image: Tourism Western Australia)

Address: 19-29 Henderson St, Fremantle

Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11.30am – 10pm; Sat 9am – 11pm; Sun 9am – 10pm

4. Madelena’s Bar

Madelena’s Bar is ideal for those who love seafood and are passionate about wine. The second-story bar overlooks South Beach and the Indian Ocean, while the restaurant delivers – in the restaurant’s own words – a culinary experience, serving sustainable seafood with local produce.

Address: 406 South Terrace, South Fremantle

Opening hours: Wed 5pm – 10pm; Thurs 4pm – 10pm; Fri & Sat 12pm – 12am

5. La Lune

La Lune is a little taste of Paris right in the heart of East Fremantle.

the dining interior of La Lune, Fremantle — Nab a seat at La Lune. (Image: Photography by Jack Love)

Grab one of their small bistro tables outside on the sidewalk, and watch George Street go by while sipping rosé from Provence and tucking into their modern French menu. The Bavette de La Lune is a stand-out.

a long dining table at La Lune, Fremantle — The French-inspired venue is a chic spot for a tipple. (Image: Photography by Jack Love)

Address: 73 George Street, East Fremantle

Opening hours: Tues-Sat 11am – 10pm

6. Lions & Tigers

This vibrant restaurant, bar and art space in the heart of Fremantle’s historic west end dishes up creative Anglo-Indian plates designed for sharing. Plus, the restaurant is also dog-friendly and even sponsors a dog shelter – so by dining on their inventive and flavourful cuisine, you’re also doing good.

Address: 8 Bannister St, Fremantle

Opening hours: Tues-Fri 5pm-11pm; Sat 12pm – 11pm

7. Vin Populi

In the heart of Fremantle’s west end lies this little slice of Italy . Stepping into this sleek bistro feels like arriving at a Florentine eatery at aperitivo time.

the restaurant interior of Vin Populi, Fremantle — Step into this sleek Italian bistro at Vin Populi.

The blackboard menu features antipasti, pastas, secondis and sides, and the local-come-Italian wine list is expertly explained by the resident sommelier.

pouring a drink into a glass at Vin Populi — Vin Populi serves up excellent Italian fare. (Image: Vin Pop Media)

Address: 11 High Street, Fremantle

Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 4pm – 10pm; Fri & Sat 12pm – 11pm; Sun 12pm – 10pm

8. Young George

With a seasonal menu curated by the locally renowned Melissa Palinkas, The Young George is a must-visit in the chic George Street precinct of East Fremantle. Hot tip: after dinner, head down to their underground wine cellar-come-bar for a post-meal tipple.

Address: 48 George Street, East Fremantle

Opening hours: Wed-Sat 11.30am – 12am; Sun 11.30am – 10pm

9. Salsa Rossa

A true classic, Salsa Rossa is an icon of East Fremantle serving hearty modern Italian. Only a handful of tables are huddled into the converted terrace home, where diners enjoy an intimate ambience created by the cosy fireplace and sounds of Roy Orbison.

Address: 77 George Street, East Fremantle

Opening hours: Mon-Sun 5pm – 9pm

10. Capri Restaurant

A true old-fashioned Italian dining experience – which is what you’d expect from a city that has benefitted so greatly from Italian immigration. This perennial, family-run place has a relaxed vibe, serving northern Italian cuisine – in true rustic Italian style – with each meal coming with a complimentary soup and bread starter

Address: 21 South Terrace, Fremantle

Opening hours: Wed, Thurs, Fri & Sun 12pm – 2pm, 5 – 9pm; Sat 5pm – 9pm

11. Nonna’s Pizzeria & Cucina

This South Fremantle, family-owned-and-operated restaurant specialises in its 48-hour sourdough pizza bases. They also offer a range of pastas, antipasti share plates and mains. Plus, in true Italian style, they have daily aperitivo between 4-6pm, where you get an Aperol or limoncello spritz with pizza bread and dips for $15.

a woman dining pasta with wine at Nonna’s Pizzeria & Cucina — Order authentic Italian pasta at Nonna’s Pizzeria & Cucina.

Address: 388 South Terrace, South Fremantle

Opening hours: Wed & Thurs 5pm – 9.30pm; Fri 5pm – 10pm; Sat 12pm – 10pm; Sun 12.30pm – 8.30pm

12. Manuka Woodfired Kitchen

Manuka Woodfired Kitchen is a Fremantle institution, that pairs locally sourced ingredients with the spirit of woodfire cooking. Everything from potatoes and broccoli to prawns and chicken is roasted over the fire – the chef’s tasting menu is an excellent way to try everything.

Address: 134 High St, Fremantle

Opening hours: Mon-Fri 5.30pm – 9pm; Sat 12pm – 3pm, 5.30pm – 9pm

13. Shirley’s

From the team behind Manuka comes Shirley’s , a small restaurant bar serving share plates perfect for those who want a communal dining experience.

the colourful restaurant interior of Shirley's, Fremantle — Stop by Shirley’s if you love Manuka.

Expect dishes such as potato gnocchi with beurre nosiette, parmesan, and baby capers, and The fun fit-out is an added bonus – think eye-popping wallpaper covered in palms and tropical birds, to pink neon lights and bright velvet booths.

friends dining at Shirley's, Fremantle — Catch up over a glass or two at Shirley’s.

Address: Shop 6, 124 High Street Fremantle

Opening hours: Wed-Sat 5pm – 11pm

14. Ode to Sirens

Only in Fremantle will you find a vinyl record-themed restaurant , where the kitchen dishes up Greek-inspired fare while a DJ spins tunes in the middle of the room.

people dining in the dimly lit interior of Ode to Sirens — Ode to Sirens is a vinyl record-themed restaurant serving up Greek-inspired fare.

Walls are adorned with enlarged vintage record covers, and the tables and chairs are a garage sale jumble of nostalgia.

people dining at Ode to Sirens in Fremantle — You’ll find colourful paintings on the walls.

Address: 25 High St, Fremantle

Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 4pm – 10pm; Fri & Sat 12pm – 12am; Sun 12pm – 10pm

15. Lola’s

Lola’s is a family-style pizza and wine bar on the cappuccino strip. Pizzas are huge, the drinks list pairs perfectly (the negronis are spectacular) plus is extremely kid-friendly, with staff offering high chairs, crayons and colouring for parents toting little ones.

pizzas and negronis on the table at Lola's, Fremantle — Pop by Lola’s for pizzas and negronis.

Address: 134 High St, Fremantle

Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 5pm – 9pm; Fri-Sun 12pm – 9pm

16. Niew Ruin

Nieuw Ruin is a small bar and eatery filled with three tonnes of reclaimed jarrah, two charcoal grills and over 300 bottles on its wine wall. Head chef Blaze Young borrows from her grandmother’s recipe books to fill her menu with forgotten classics using super fresh, hyper-local produce. Enjoy delicious dishes such as dhu fish, kifler potato, beurre blanc, roe and Caramel basque cheesecake, and strawberry compote.

Address: 12 Norfolk Street, Fremantle

Opening hours: Wed & Thurs 5pm – 12am; Fri-Sun 12pm – 12am

17. Bread in Common

Originally built as a pharmaceutical warehouse in 1898, this building has been restored into what is now a mainstay of Fremantle’s culinary scene. As the name suggests, Bread in Common bake their own bread, as well as ferments, pickles and preserves using seasonal and local produce. Plus, the kitchen uses responsibly sourced seafood and farming practices to reduce environmental impact and create honest, ethical menus.

people dining at Bread In Common — Bread in Common is now a mainstay of Fremantle’s culinary scene. (Image: Jarrad Seng)

Address: 43 Pakenham Street, Fremantle

Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 11.30am – 10pm; Fri & Sat 11.30am – 11.30pm

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Time your visit to Margaret River just right, and you can spend the ultimate weekend wining, dining and exploring the region with Pair’d Margaret River Region x Range Rover.

Wine, world-class produce, surf, sun and beaches: it’s an alluring combination. And the reason so many pin the Margaret River region high on their travel hit-lists. There’s drawcard after drawcard to the southwestern corner of Western Australia, and the Pair’d Margaret River Region x Range Rover food and wine festival showcases the best of it over the course of one weekend in November. It’s never been easier to sip, see and savour the Margaret River region.

In partnership with Pair’d Margaret River Region, Range Rover invites you on a seven-day itinerary of refined adventure, where luxury and exploration go hand in hand. It’s the perfect WA road trip, and there’s no better way to do it than in a Range Rover.

Day 1

the pool at Pullman Bunker Bay — Check into Pullman Bunker Bay.

There’s no more popular West Australian road trip route than that between Perth and the Margaret River Region. It’s an easily digestible, three-hour drive, with worthy pit stops along the way.

Make the first of them one hour and 15 minutes in, at Lake Clifton. Here, find a 2000-year-old living thrombolite reef. Drive for a further 40 minutes and chance meeting some of Bunbury’s dolphin population at Koombana Bay.

Pullman Bunker Bay is the final stop, just over three hours south of Perth. This beachfront, five-star resort is the ultimate base for exploring the Margaret River Wine region.

Day 2

After a leisurely morning breakfast with an ocean view, start your Range Rover and head towards the Dunsborough town centre. Browsing the decidedly coastal-themed goods of the town’s many independent boutiques is a great way to while away the hours, breaking up the sartorial with an artisan gelato snack stop, or some good old-fashioned Australian bakery fare.

Leave room; you’ll need it for the Good Natured Gathering dinner at Wayfinder. Indulge in a four-course feast by chef Felipe Montiel, which uses produce from the winery’s market garden to enhance a selection of sustainably sourced seafood and meat. But food is just the support act. It’s organic wine that’s the star of the show, generously poured and expertly paired to each dish.

Day 3

Settle in for cabernet at Cape Mentelle Winery.

With a grand total of 20 wines from vintage 2022 to try, it’s a good thing Cape Mentelle’s International Cabernet Tasting kicks off early. Make your way to the estate for a 10:00 AM start, where a global selection of wines will be poured blind, before a long lunch by Tiller Dining is served.

Given that the Margaret River is responsible for more than 20 per cent of Australia’s fine wine production, it’s only right to delve into it while in the area.

Continue exploring the region via taste and terroir aboard Alison Maree, a whale-watching catamaran, as you cruise Geographe Bay . Admire the rolling green hills and crisp white beaches of Quindalup in sunset’s golden light, all the while sipping through the Clairault Streicker catalogue and dining on canapes.

For a more substantial dinner, venture into Busselton for a seven-course British x Australian mash-up , courtesy of Brendan Pratt (Busselton Pavilion) and Oliver Kent (Updown Farmhouse, UK). They’ll be putting their rustic yet refined spin on the likes of local marron, wagyu and abalone – championing the simple beauty of the world-class ingredients.

Day 4

Wrap your fingers around a wine glass and wiggle your toes into the sand at Pair’d Beach Club x Range Rover on Meelup Beach. Sit down to an intimate wine session with sommelier Cyndal Petty – or a four-course feast by Aaron Carr of Yarri – and revel in the open-air beach club, bar and restaurant’s laidback coastal vibe. It’s a whole new way to experience one of the region’s most renowned beaches.

Follow up a day in the sun with a casual Italian party at Mr Barvel Wines . Purchase wines –including the elusive, sold-out Nebbia – by the glass and enjoy canapes with the towering Karri forest as a backdrop.

If you’d prefer to keep it local, head to Skigh Wines for the New Wave Gathering , where the region’s independent wine makers and their boundary-pushing wines will be on show. Street-style eats, a DJ and complimentary wine masterclasses complete the experience.

Day 5

pair'd Grand Tasting — Taste your way through Howard Park Wines. (Image: C J Maddock)

Spend the morning at your leisure, driving the winding roads through the Boranup Karri forest in your Range Rover. Soak in the views at Contos Beach, and call into the small cheese, chocolate and preserve producers along the way.

Make your next stop Howard Park Wines for The Grand Tasting presented by Singapore Airlines . Numerous wine labels will be pouring their catalogues over four hours, accompanied by food from chefs Matt Moran and Silvia Colloca, with live opera providing the soundtrack.

Cap off a big weekend with one last hurrah at Busselton Pavilion. Six ‘local legends’ – chefs Brendan Pratt (Busselton Pavilion), Mal Chow (Chow’s Table), Aaron Carr (Yarri), Ben Jacob (Lagoon Yallingup), Corey Rozario (Dahl Daddies) and Laura Koentjoro (Banksia Tavern) – will be preparing a dish each. Dance the night away as vinyl spins and the sun sets on another day.

Day 6

Ngilgi Cave western australia — Head underground. (Image: Tourism WA)

After a busy few days of wining and dining, it’s wise to observe a rest day. There’s no easier task than unwinding in the Margaret River Region, also famous for its high concentration of world-class beaches.

Relax on the grassy knoll as you watch the region’s most experienced surfers braving the World Surf League break at Surfer’s Point, or don your own wetsuit and try out one of Gracetown’s more beginner-friendly waves. Swimmers will find their Eden at Meelup Beach, Eagle Bay, or Point Piquet, where the sand is brilliantly white and the water as still as a backyard swimming pool.

Not into sun, sand, and surf? Head underground at Mammoth Cave, just one of the region’s many stalactite-filled caves.

Day 7

Burnt Ends event at Pair'd — Farewell the Margaret River.

Pack up your Range Rover with new favourite wines and newfound memories, ready for the three-hour journey back to Perth.

Prebook your discovery journey through the south-west corner of Western Australia with Pair’d Margaret River Region x Range Rover.

17 of the best restaurants in Fremantle