The Best Asian Restaurants in Perth for a Flavour Explosion

As Western Australia is just a short flight away from Southeast Asia, it’s only natural that we have a natural affinity with the exotic flavours of the East.

Ranging from Chinese, Thai, Filipino, Japanese, Vietnamese and Indonesian, Perth's diverse culinary scene invites diners on an exciting, flavour-packed journey, traversing between fine dining favourites to cheap and cheerful gems.

Here are our top picks of the best Asian restaurants in Perth. 

Lotus 

Lotus has got to be one of Perth’s most beautiful restaurants. Daytime dining is filled with bright, natural light and dining at night features sparkling chandelier lights from the towering ceilings. The restaurant celebrates Southeast Asian flavours, with an elevated fusion menu that’s designed to be shared and savoured with your favourite people.

521 Beaufort Street, Highgate 

Bam Bam Boo 

Bam Bam Boo offers a delightful array of Chinese favourites, including dim sum, dumplings, noodles, and BBQ dishes. With a focus on delicious, affordable, and healthy home-styled cuisine, this is one of the best Asian restaurants in Perth that promises a flavourful dining experience that won't break the bank. The friendly and relaxed atmosphere is just the crispy prawn wonton on top!

25/140 William Street, Perth 

5 Howtree Place, Floreat

Lucy Luu

Lucy Luu brings the perfect mix of adventurous Asian fusion, playful cocktails, and a premium wine list for an unforgettable dining experience. Dive into bold share plates like kingfish sashimi with chilli lemongrass vinegar, spiced wagyu skewers, crispy barramundi with lime coriander salsa, and indulgent truffled fried rice.

Add to that their cheeky bottomless brunch, where you can sip on endless wine, beer, or cocktails while feasting on dumplings, soft shell crab salad, and spiced coconut beef cheek.

148 Scarborough Beach Road, Mount Hawthorn

Miss Mi 

Turn up the heat at award-winning Miss Mi, where charred, caramelised, smoked, and scorched flavours take centre stage. Inspired by the traditional art of the Asian grill, Miss Mi offers a vibrant and diverse menu that honours the continent’s bold flavours.

Impress your date or family by opting for the seasonal menu or simply say ‘Choose Mi,’ and let the talented team take care of the rest. Start with elevated street snacks before diving into share-style dishes like WA grilled prawns with tamarind curry, roast duck with mandarin jus, and signature lamb ribs with Szechuan glaze. For dessert, indulge in black sesame mousse with house-made ice cream and yuzu gel.

Novotel Perth, 388 Murray Street, Perth 

Chilli Panda 

Chilli Panda delivers a modern twist on traditional Hunan cuisine in a stylish, industrial-chic setting in Perth’s CBD. This welcoming spot serves up comforting classics like mapo tofu, scrambled eggs with tomato, Hunan-style fried chicken, and spicy noodles. Don’t miss their signature black fungus and pork dish, packed with umami. The passionate, friendly team adds to the experience, ensuring each bite is a delight. If you’re craving bold, spicy flavours, Chilli Panda is a must-try Asian restaurant in Perth.

2/137 Newcastle Street, Perth

PhatLon

Perth’s first Vietnamese-style tapas bar, PhatLon brings big vibes and even bigger flavours to one of the city’s most diverse neighbourhoods. Dive into share plates like crab, prawn, and shiitake mushroom lace spring rolls or beef wrapped in betel leaf, perfectly paired with a lychee sour or their indulgent Henny Coffee Martini. Packed with KAI rum, Hennessy cognac, Vietnamese coffee, and a cloud of condensed milk foam, it’s a caffeinated knockout that’ll have you buzzing all night.

2/106 Oxford Street, Leederville 

Lucky Chan's Laundry + Noodlebar

Lucky Chan's Laundry & Noodlebar is Australia's 1st crowdfunded restaurant & home to the world's only rotating themed rooftop bar. So you can expect the unexpected even before you wander through a faux laundry leading to the long ground-floor bar. You'll also be entering a world of Asian fusion dining at this multi-level eatery, where cocktails flow and mouth-watering aromas of Asian street food meet a contemporary approach to dining. Think Asian fusion; fluffy baos, spicy and aromatic bowls of noodles, handmade dumplings (including a bespoke jackfruit variety), even cheeseburger spring rolls.

Sitchu Tip: Be sure to head up to the rooftop bar afterwards, for bubble tea cocktails and good times galore. 

311 William Street, Northbridge

Munchy Monk

If you love dumplings as much as we do, you'll simply love Munchy Monk. Hand wrapped dumplings with the freshest of fillings are Munchy's bread and butter, so be sure to order as many of their juicy, flavour-packed delights as you can. The famous vegetarian dumplings and Thai chicken dumplings are not to be missed, as are classics like fried pork and cabbage and steamed pork and prawn.

There's also a wicked wonton selection, plus tasty sides like shallot pancakes, shiitake and pork Shanghai Shao Mai, and fried glutinous rice sticks. Crunchy on the outside, chewy on the inside, and topped with furikake; they're completely addictive!

7/189 William Street, Northbridge

Will St

Western Australians know Bali’s dining scene like the back of their hand, so it’s no surprise that Will Meyrick—the chef behind Bali hotspots Mama San and Sarong—has brought his culinary flair to Perth. Enter Will St, a buzzing 120-seater celebrating regional cuisine and local culture with dishes that pull inspiration from Moroccan, Indian, and trans-Asian flavours.

Think char siew pork hock served with mandarin pancakes, Muslim-style goat nihari, and sweet finishes like black sticky rice. Pair it all with Will’s exclusive Running with Thieves collaborations: a smooth rice lager or juniper-cardamom gin. Sophisticated, spice-laden, and seriously vibey.

228 Carr Place, Leederville  

Double Rainbow Eating House 

Buzzing with vibrant energy and atmosphere, The Rechabite’s ground-floor restaurant, Double Rainbow, is a total delight. Serving up some of Perth’s tastiest Asian-inspired share plates, this is the perfect spot to grab dinner on a night out, or to linger over delicious cocktails, mouthwatering eats and catch-ups with friends. The sprawling venue features a funky rooftop space, so head on up there after dinner to continue the fun. 

 224 William Street, Perth  

Grand Orient

Refined Cantonese dining at the Grand Orient will have you rethinking Chinese cuisine. Drawing upon modern and authentic cooking techniques, The Melbourne Hotel’s signature restaurant has mastered the art of combining the flavours of the orient with local and international premium produce. Steamed barramundi, Patagonia toothfish, live WA lobster, wok-fried Angus beef, Atlantic live snow crab, green lip abalone and braised superior bird’s nest soup are just some of the starring ingredients on their extensive menu. The opulent décor compliments the menu with a luxe colour palette served with equally vibrant cocktails.

33 Milligan Street, Perth

Shui 

Shui is heating up Subiaco’s food and drink scene with its vibrant energy and modern Asian-inspired share plates. This buzzing eatery delivers standouts like sesame prawn crumpets with black garlic aioli and cured kingfish spring rolls, perfect for pairing with their creative cocktail list. Choose a high table on the covered patio to soak in the lively street atmosphere or settle into the beautifully designed interior. Either way, the irresistible flavours and chic vibes will have you planning your next visit before the night is through. 

12 Rokeby Road, Subiaco

My Bayon

A family business named after Siem Reap's Bayon temple (known as the smiling temple), My Bayon is a true testament to Cambodian food and culture, with a lot of love thrown in for extra measure. And it shows, with every dish that leaves the kitchen fuelled by authentic flavours and generations-old recipes. It's home cooking at it's best, Khmer style, with lashings of Thai and Vietnamese included. From sweet and sour dishes to delicately spiced curries, there's something for everyone to enjoy. 

313 William Street, Northbridge

Louder Louder 

An unassuming Thai gem, Louder Louder delivers big on flavour with its vibrant mix of Issan-Thai inspired classics and contemporary dishes. Designed for sharing, the expansive menu features must-try highlights like the massaman beef rib curry and slow-cooked pork knuckle. Add a spicy Tom Yum hot pot, a perfectly steamed whole barramundi with chilli, garlic, and lime, and a zingy raw prawn salad for a feast that’s unforgettable. Don’t miss their piled-high Pad Thai or their delectable mango and sticky rice cocktail—delicious doesn’t even begin to cover it. Do we need to say it louder? LOUDER for the people in the back!

47 Lake Street, Northbridge

Long Chim Perth

Meaning ‘come and taste,’ Long Chim brings the vibrant streets of Bangkok to Perth, serving bold and flavour-packed dishes under the expert eye of celebrity chef David Thompson. While the man himself occasionally makes an appearance, diners are often too busy wiping their brows—some dishes deliver an explosion of spice and flavour, tempered only by the refreshing selection of tropical cocktails.

Basement of the State Buildings, corner of Barrack Street and St Georges Terrace, Perth 

Furaibo Izakaya Bar & Restaurant

Famed for their signature Tabasaki Chicken dish, Furaibo offers a modern take on Tokyo's traditional izakaya—Japanese tapas bars often found tucked away in laneways. The extensive menu boasts over 30 sushi and sashimi combinations, alongside 35 kushiyaki (yakitori sticks) featuring premium ingredients like Wagyu beef and scallops, expertly grilled over charcoal. Located in the beautifully refurbished Royal Hotel, part of the Raine Square complex in the heart of the city, the balcony seating is a must. Soak up the vibrant city views below with a sake or cocktail in one hand and chopsticks in the other.

Raine Square, 300 Murray Street, Perth 

Uncle Billy’s Chinese Restaurant

Uncle Billy's is a Perth institution, drawing in-the-know diners for its authentic Chinese cuisine and revellers craving refined late-night bites until 4.00am. Tucked away in a Northbridge Chinatown back alley, stepping inside feels like a portal straight to bustling Hong Kong. The extensive menu offers everything from crowd-pleasing dishes tailored to Western palates to more adventurous options like quail, pig stomach, or small intestines—perfect for those emboldened by a few nearby libations. With its vibrant atmosphere and hearty late-night feasts, Uncle Billy’s is the ultimate destination for satisfying your post-midnight cravings.

Chinatown, Shop 9, 66 Roe Street, Northbridge 

Northbridge Chinese Restaurant

From the moment you step into the hustle of the unassuming Northbridge Chinese Restaurant, you can’t help but be swept up in the chaos. Trolleys careen by, piled high with steaming yum cha dishes as touting waitresses weave through the crowd. You’ll inevitably order far more steamed and pan-fried dumplings, deep-fried chilli squid tentacles, and glutinous rice with steamed chicken than you probably should—but that’s half the fun, right? Yum cha, meaning “to drink tea,” sees free-flowing pots alongside freshly squeezed juices. A true institution for Cantonese cuisine, this spot remains one of the best Asian restaurants in Perth.

26 Roe Street, Northbridge 

Viet Hoa Chinese Vietnamese Restaurant 

This family-run restaurant has built a loyal following since opening nearly 40 years ago. Located on a prime corner block in the heart of Northbridge, it’s a go-to for those craving authentic Chinese and Vietnamese flavours, especially their handmade noodles and in-house roasted duck. Highlights include the roast duck noodle soup, rice paper rolls, and Hainanese chicken rice, which consistently draw rave reviews. It’s always bustling, yet the staff somehow manage to find you a spot. Plus, with BYO, it’s a fun and affordable dining option at any time of the day or night.

1/329 William Street, Perth 

Good Fortune Roast Duck House 

Anyone dining at Good Fortune Roast Duck House is in for a treat, especially with their standout Peking duck or BBQ pork. Even long beans become indulgent, fried to perfection with minced pork and garlic. With roast ducks hanging enticingly in the windows, the extensive menu can be overwhelming, but rest assured—you can’t go wrong with their signature boneless duck or crispy suckling pig. Opt for a banquet and let their expertise guide you. Conveniently located in Northbridge and East Victoria Park, here’s a tip: order extra for leftovers—you’ll thank yourself the next day!

354 William Street, Northbridge; 884 Albany Highway, East Victoria Park 

Tonic and Ginger 

Indulge in the vibrant flavours of South East Asian fusion cuisine at Tonic and Ginger, housed in the historic Fremantle Old Synagogue. With seating for 120 guests across two levels, the menu is designed for sharing, featuring a tantalising array of hot, sour, salty, and sweet dishes. From freshly shucked oysters to Korean fried chicken wings, each dish promises a culinary adventure. Can't decide? Opt for the Feed Me menu and let the talented chefs surprise you. Complement your meal with gin and tonic cocktails or West Australian wines for a truly unforgettable dining experience.  

The Old Synagogue, 92 South Terrace, Fremantle 

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