The Best Restaurants in Mount Hawthorn

Mount Hawthorn is bursting with fantastic dining venues and bars catering to every taste, making it a popular spot among Perth foodies for a delightful dinner.

Whether you're in the mood for a bright and aesthetic cafe for a long, leisurely lunch with the girls, or an intimate wine bar for your next romantic date night, this locale has you covered.

From juicy steaks to fresh seafood to Italian restaurants and Japanese delicacies, you are spoilt for choice with the best restaurants in Mount Hawthorn. 

The Cabin Small Bar 

The Cabin is a cosy, rustic, Mount Hawthorn gem that feels like a hidden retreat. With its warm wood interiors, flickering candlelight, and vintage ski lodge vibe, The Cabin is the ideal spot to escape for a night of casual indulgence. Known for its eclectic share plates, creative cocktails, and carefully curated wine list, this small bar is a favourite for catching up with friends, date night, or unwinding after a long week. 

174 Scarborough Beach Road, Mount Hawthorn 

La Madonna Nera 

La Madonna Nera is a Mount Hawthorn treasure that brings a stylish Italian flair to Perth’s dining scene. This intimate, dimly-lit eatery and wine bar is known for its seasonal dishes that celebrate Italian simplicity with a modern twist, letting quality ingredients speak for themselves. With a menu designed to share, you can indulge in small plates like house ricotta with pickled zucchini, or opt for the ‘Shut up and Eat’ menu selected by the chef. 

La Madonna Nera also boasts an impressive selection of wines made predominantly by small Italian producers.

1/155 Scarborough Beach Road, Mount Hawthorn  

Casa

Casa in Mount Hawthorn is your neighbourhood go-to for laid-back dining with a touch of Mediterranean charm. Offering warm, vibrant vibes and a seasonal menu, this spot is perfect for catching up over good food and wine. Si Paradiso chef Paul Bentley and Sydney-based Enrico Tomelleri deliver standout dishes like charcoal-grilled flank steak with black garlic bordelaise and grilled cod with charred cavolo nero. Pasta lovers, prepare to be torn, while the creamy pistachio gelato is non-negotiable.

Pair your feast with a glass from their lo-fi wine list or the in-house bottle store, and let the relaxed magic of Casa unfold.

Tsukaya

When the sushi cravings hit, Tsukaya is the answer. Specialising in Japanese cuisine with a welcome Peruvian twist, the food here is superb and the dining experience is top-notch.

The menu changes with the seasons to reflect the best produce and seafood, but you can expect cold share plates of fresh sashimi, nigiri and sushi rolls. 

If seafood isn't your thing, don't worry! Order the larger plates of crispy pork belly,  fried chicken and tacos to share with your dinner companions, and grab a sake to say 'cheers' to a lovely evening.

167 Scarborough Beach, Road

Lucy Luu

Adventurous​ ​Asian fusion ​share plates, ​playful cocktails, a premium wine list and good times await at Lucy Luu. Think kingfish ceviche with chilli lemongrass vinegar, and crispy barramundi with lime coriander salsa, paired with a sweet cocktail of cherry bitters, egg whites and gin. 

This is one of the best restaurants in Mount Hawthorn also offering a bottomless brunch. A ‘Get Loose with Lucy’ session to indulge in delicious dumplings and mains, with an endless flow of wine, beer or specialty cocktails.

The fun, quirky, and super-welcoming vibe makes Lucy Luu a beloved Asian-fusion eatery, and it deserves a spot on your weekend brunch or weekly dinner bingo card. 

Sonny's

Part wine bar, part casual restaurant, there's a lot to love about the neighbourhood local Sonny's. The shaded tables out the front are hard to nab when the sun is shining - and rightfully so. 

The sort of place where you could lose track of time on a lazy afternoon, the menu is on hand to ensure you are well-fed and hydrated throughout your visit. 

Start with simple nibbles like fresh oysters, wagyu bresaola and la Delizia stracciatella with roasted grapes. For something heartier, the pork chop with burnt onion and salted plum glaze and shark bay prawn crudo has our attention.

Thirsty? Order from a carefully curated list of beers, wines and crafty cocktails, and you have the recipe for a weekend well spent.

126A Hobart Street, Mt Hawthorn

Spritz Spizzicheria

Celebrating the joy of the quintessential Italian cocktail, the Aperol Spritz, this bubbly Mount Hawthorn restaurant has an extensive menu, excellent cocktails, and a laidback atmosphere.

The food is authentic at Spritz Spizzicheria (think generous antipasto plates, delicious pasta, pizza and cocktails) and on the more affordable side, making it one of the best spots for a fuss-free lunch. While you can’t book online, walk-ins are always welcomed for a spritz, or two. It’s no wonder this place is always buzzing!

148 Scarborough Beach Road, Mount Hawthorn

Lupo Lab

One of the best Italian restaurants in Perth, Lupo Lab in Mount Hawthorn serves mouthwatering entrees, hearty bowls of pasta, generous larger plates of steak, chicken or fish, side salads and classic desserts - tiramisu, anyone?

With the option to dine in on a set menu or order a la carte, our advice is to arrive hungry - this Roman-style Italian food will fill the spot.

Sitchu Tip: The menu caters to gluten-free (pasta included) and dairy-free dietaries, making this a great spot for a group dinner.

151-153 Scarborough Beach Road, Mount Hawthorn

Daph's

We know this is a roundup of the best restaurants in Mount Hawthorn, but with this fab foodie spot only a 5-minute drive away, we had to include it in the list!

Daph's is a slow-burning classic, with a set tasting menu cooked over an open fire - with sommelier-paired wines to compliment the food thrown in for good measure!

An intimate 20-seater oozing character and warmth, offering two sittings a night, a Sunday BBQ-style lunch and a Sunday roast. Praise your lucky stars if you settle in for the evening and find one of their expertly crafted terrines on the menu - it's one of our favourite dishes in Perth right now. 

226 Oxford Street, Leederville

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