161 Restaurants That Have Closed in Perth

First published in July 2018

For the best part of the last decade, Perth has been all about the latest brand spanking new café, bar or restaurant. While this dining boom has been going on, there have been many venues quietly closing their doors. There are so many restaurants that have closed in Perth over the last few years. 

With recent high-profile closings, I realised that over 20% of the spots I’ve dined at in the last 10 years have closed. There are lots of restaurants closed in Perth that I never even made it to before they shut up shop, like Greenhouse, Cantina 663, Fromage Artisans, GoGos, Rochelle Adonis, Red Cabbage and the iconic Witches Caldron. I was probably the only person in Perth who never enjoyed their garlic prawns!

So why are all the restaurants closing?

Restaurants close in Perth all the time. It’s the nature of the dining scene. What we saw 2017-2019 was a lot more hospo businesses failing than usual and failing fast. Then came COVID – which threw in a massive, unforeseen curveball when these already-struggling spots had to dodge snap lockdowns, capacity limits and crippling event cancellations. Now, closures can be attributed to so much uncertainty – the ever-rising cost of business, the cost-of-living crisis, and the current fuel crisis. 

There is a huge oversupply of restaurants in Perth. There are simply too many seats and not enough bums to fill them. When the Trustee, Fuyu and Restaurant Amuse closed their doors in 2017, I thought that there would be a slowdown in new openings, but there’s still a new café, bar or eatery opening every 5 minutes. Hat’s off to these restaurateurs taking a punt – they are very, very brave!

Customers complain about the high price of eating out in Perth. This is a valid reason for people dining at home. If you look carefully, there is definitely quality, value for money dining still to be had. Hospitality workers put in the hard yards, particularly the kitchen teams. I’ve seen the blood, sweat and tears, not to mention ridiculous amounts of overtime. They deserve to be paid fairly and well. The margins in any hospitality business are tight. It’s no wonder they have to hike their prices to try to break even, due to sky-high rents, wage bills, quality produce and other overheads.

Chefs and other hospitality staff are spread very thin, so staffing issues can easily mess with quality and consistency. My ex-husband, a Chef, often finds it difficult to find good kitchen staff, which is a Perth-wide problem. I know a few restaurant owners who had amazing restaurants, with schmick fit-outs, and a really good concept, but just didn’t find enough quality staff to realise their dream. This was a pre-COVID problem that is far worse now. 

There are those restaurants that have renovated or rebranded, those old stalwarts that just didn’t keep up with the times and then the places that were excellent, but couldn’t survive in a climate of fast “Uber Eats” style home dining. The brunch trend is sure to have contributed to, with many people opting to dine and socialise over cheaper, non alcoholic brunches than going out for a more expensive dinner.

Do you dine out often? Have your eating habits changed?

Restaurants that have closed in Perth

Here’s a nostalgic list of just some of those restaurants that have closed in Perth that are gone, but not forgotten. Scroll to the bottom to see more recent closures. Where do you miss?

1. FuYu, Nedlands A Mod Asian favourite by chef David Coomer is now Lawleys Bakery.

2. Wok St Chow House, Northbridge When I walked by in 2018, the building’s frontage was being demolished. The restaurant, which was also formerly Darlings Suppa Club and Lake 47 before that, was closed.

3. Suburban Table, Mosman Park was a brilliant restaurant run by Chef Josh Prosser. They closed the restaurant to focus on South East Larder, a modern Asian takeaway, which unfortunately has also closed its doors. Josh was vocal about the negative effect Uber had on his small business.

4. Barque, East Fremantle the ex-mod Asian spot on the vibrant George Street, was buzzed about Cook and Mason, which has now also closed.

5. Celtic Kitchen, Joondalup this casual café didn’t last very long at all, then it morphed into Lemongrass Thai Kitchen. The building is currently up for lease (July 2018).

6. Stix Bar, Burswood this classy little restaurant was too much of a hidden gem, concealed amongst the apartment blocks between Crown and Optus Stadium. I miss their French Martinis! Now this spot has reopened as the 3 B’s (Burswood Bar and Grill). 

7. Pata Negra, Nedlands before FuYu, celebrated Chef David Coomer’s Spanish joint was a favourite of mine. Now Lawleys Bakery. David now has his own truffle farm in Manjimup.

8. Chophouse, Perth CBD We loved Chophouse, but it was hit by the mining slump on the terrace. It was briefly reopened as a British gastropub, The Butcher’s Arms, which shut its doors. Then, home to Friends Restaurant – a Perth stalwart that for many years lived at the Hyatt Centre, run by industry veterans Clyde and Lesley Bevan. After that (can you keep up?!), Rusty Fig opened in late 2022, closing about 18 months later. Now, in all honesty, I have no idea who the two-story space is taken up by. Answers on the back of a postcard.  

9. West at Ku De Ta, East Perth One of the most spectacular hospo implosions. The thing that struck me most about West and Ku Dining was the lack of floor-to-ceiling river views. We really loved the food at West. The cost of parking and ticket clock watching, coupled with a disjointed location, didn’t help its case. Embargo, a pop-up bar that’s usually found around the city, set up shop at the former Ku De Ta for the summer of 2018/19. Now it’s known as Long Neck Brewery. 

10. Shiro, Perth CBD This tasty Japanese overlooking leafy Central Park has been closed for some time.

11. Mattisse, Scarborough Every time I went to Mattisse, it was empty! It was the biggest victim of the Scarborough Beach redevelopment. I think it opened about 4 years too early.  Now it’s gone back to its pre-millennium roots as the Lookout bar. Another of the Reid family’s venues, The Breakwater at Hillarys has changed hands and is now focused on a more value-for-money offering.

12. Wild Duck, Nedlands This delicious fine diner which moved to Perth from Albany, quietly closed a couple of years ago and became casual Mexican, Santa Fe for a time. In Feb 2019 it reopened as Asian-fusion spot Mel & Co Garden, which has also closed. As of February 2026, this space is still empty and for lease. 

13. Health Freak, Joondalup This Reid Prom venue changed to The Healthy Plate Café once the heath-focused spot made the move to Lakeside Joondalup. The original cafe reopened as trendy Tiago Kitchen. This has also now closed and is now home to the popular Uptown Pizza. Also, Health Freak in Lakeside has permanently closed. 

14. Alphabet Soup, Various This pop-up restaurant by one of my favourite Perth Chefs Mellissa Palinkas enjoyed a popular run at cafés all around Perth. Mellissa is now a busy co-owner and Head Chef of Young George (closed April 2026) and Ethos Deli + Dining Room (closed May 2024). Pop-ups come and go, but I particularly loved Alphabet Soup!

15. The Brown Fox, West Perth Now the British-style Mayfair Lane, run by wine aficionado Foni Pollitt and partner Chris. Here, the pub grub is a little bit fancy – the steak tartare is to die for.

16. Cookie Dough Biscuits, East Fremantle This cute-as-a-button café on the George Street strip became Alder & Co, then Ari & Esmay. It was home to the hugely popular Ethos Deli + Dining Room for a time, and now appears to be a boutique. 

17. Yocal, Fremantle was a typical, hippy-chic, eclectic Fro café. Found just off the cappuccino strip, it was known as Duck Duck Bruce Café for a bit, now Third Wheel Café, the second venue of the popular South Freo coffee crew. 

18. Hippo Creek added 3 more restaurants that have closed in Perth to the long list. Not only did the popular steakhouse close in Hillarys, but also its Subiaco and Waterford restaurants. I miss the massive Assagai meat skewers… drool! The spot was home to chain Hurricanes Grill for a time, and chain theme steak house (four words that scare me), Wild Wild West. Now it seems that the Breakwater Bowling Alley has claimed this space. 

19. Restaurant Amuse, East Perth Perth’s finest fine diner closed its doors in 2017. Chef surprised me with a wedding-anniversary dinner at Amuse, and it was superb. Owner and Head Chef Hadleigh Troy opened a café in Vic Park – Hampton and Maley (now closed), which was outstanding. 

20. Kustom Cupcakes, Lathlain The decadent cupcake bakery is long gone. I miss their chocolate-coated Oreo and Reece’s peanut butter cups. 

21. Park & Vine, City Beach at Empire Village, wasn’t around for long. When we dined there, we were the only table, which sadly didn’t make for a very enjoyable atmosphere. It’s reopened as another Mary Street Bakery, so it’s sure to serve outstanding coffee, brunch and baked goodies!

22. The Wine Store, East Fremantle  We had a good brunch here years ago, but it was taken up a few notches since it became Young George, owned by Chef Mellissa Palinkas (previously Head Chef at The Cabin). Young George was seriously delicious and sadly ,closed in April 2026.

23. Gooseberries Café, Kensington Now the cosy cottage is home to The Little Banksia and their epic brunches look as tasty as ever!

24. Snags & Sons, Leederville We were sad to see the posh dog spot go, but the ever so yummy Spanish Pinchos, has more than made up for it.

25. Hopscotch, Roleystone was a gem in the Perth Hills, now under new ownership, it’s been stepped up a gear as the Naked Apple Cider House. Great food, drinks and beautiful bushland grounds to explore for the kids.

26. Ace Pizza, Highgate was a cool lil spot with dark lighting, comfort food and seemed to tick all the boxes. This venue has had a run of bad luck with Ace Pizza becoming the short-lived Rockefeller. Italian eatery “No Menu” couldn’t turn this around either. Lo’ was open for a time, before becoming ‘Tommys’, a neighbourhood wine bar and cantina. 

27. Plenty Thai, Perth CBD This casual Asian spot hidden down Shafto Lane was my go-to pre concert spot to grab a cheap ‘n cheerful bite to eat before heading to Perth Arena. Now Fifteen Soi Shafto Thai Bistro.

28. Beluga, Claremont Chef and I loved to dine at Beluga (waaay back in 2013). The classy spot was opened by ex-West Coast Eagles Dean Cox, Andrew and Rayne Embley. Now Miss Chows.

29. Naked Fig, Swanbourne This eclectic spot overlooking Swanbourne Beach closed long ago. Now it’s much lighter and brighter as one of my faves, Shorehouse, which is owned by The Kailis Group.

30. Basq, Currambine. I was SO SAD when I heard this northern suburbs eatery had served its last meal. We always enjoyed their quality offering and in my opinion, it was one of the only great spots to dine north of Hepburn Avenue. The venue is now Chapters Bistro and is going strong, with their Sunday Roasts particularly popular.

31. Guylian Belgium Chocolate Café, Perth CBD. This sweet café was only open for about a year, not even enough time to write up my blog about it – but it did make my list of restaurants that have closed in Perth! It’s now the moody Foxtrot Unicorn Bar. 

32. Shipping Lane, North Fremantle. This Leighton Beach eatery had the best of both worlds… top notch sushi coupled with a mouth-watering Mod-Aus menu. It was briefly Freemans Restaurant, then Pura Vita, an Italian-style Trattoria. Now, it’s Palette, let’s hope this one has staying power! 

33. Urban Bowl, Perth CBD. Urban Bowl, by Chef Che Tam Nguyen, was a great spot to grab a quick lunch in the city before closed it closed its doors. I loved the fresh bowls and tasty spring rolls.

34. Hermosa Cantina, Wembley. Chef and I were one of the only customers dining in the large venue, which was opened by the people behind the uber-popular Tropico, North Beach. The tapas spot was fine, but nothing out of the ordinary. It then became Cam Street Social. In 2026, it’s another tasty outpost of RoyAl’s Chicken and Burgers.

35. Zephyr Restaurant, North Beach – a popular little restaurant that tried it’s best, but ultimately didn’t keep up with the times. I think lots of restaurants that have closed in Perth have shut for this reason. You can now find Zeal Vietnamese Restaurant in the same spot.

36. Penny Garden, West Swan Previously found next to Yahava Coffee, then set up shop at the old Carilley Estate in the Swan Valley. Now closed, that’s now Oscar’s in the Valley.

37. Feast Café, Wembley was a fresh spot brimming with delicious salads and was a mecca for mummies who loved coffee, as it had a soundproof playroom (Yes!!). Then known as The Kitchen on Cambridge, then Gluten Free 4 U Perth Bakery, which is also now closed.

38. Yabba Dabba, Dalkeith was a tasty little café nestled deep in the leafy suburb of Dalkeith. Now, it’s The Local on Waratah.

39. Bibs Tuck Shop, Yanchep was a fab little spot in the outer north, and has been taken over by the people behind brilliant Burns Beach Café. Now Lil Sista’s the teeny tiny café is well worth a visit if you live out that way.

40. Xarcuteria, Claremont technically wasn’t a café, but celebrated Chef David Coomer’s Claremont Deli served the most delicious takeaway pork belly rolls and other quality smallgoods. Then called Walt’s Cnr Deli, it’s now home to a butcher.

41. Tubs Gelato, Guildford was found on the James Street strip. Though it’s now shut, I hear it has made way for a salon. 

42. Maddison Cottage, Guildford was a gorgeous little cottage on the James Street strip that made the prettiest high teas. Run by a mother and daughter team, their home-made food and pretty tea services were a treat. 

43. Hurricanes, Hillarys. Previously Hippo Creek, this spot closed its doors recently, making that area of Hillarys Boat Harbour look rather deserted. I had dined there, but never blogged about it as I felt it was WAY too expensive for what it was…. a chain steakhouse with fairly average food.

44. Robs Pit Stop BBQ, Kalamunda closed after being open less than a year. It was a great concept, with lip smacking meats and huuuuge US style cups of mac n cheese, but well off the beaten track. 

45. Miss Kitty’s Saloon, Inglewood was THE place to be when I started my blog in 2013. Miss Kittys was a little bit quirky and had delicious food, like the gravy smothered poutine. Now home to Ninth and Merchant (where we had a yummy brunch) by the people behind Blake Street Merchant.

46. Moana Coffee, Perth CBD, a hidden coffee spot in the Hay Street Mall was perhaps a little too hidden. I loved the heritage spot for getting away from the hustle and bustle of the city with a coffee on their balcony. It’s now been renovated and opened as Moana Chambers. I’m excited to check it out.

47. Missy Moos, Mount Hawthorn was a popular nursery rhymed burger joint at the Mezz Shopping Centre. Though we did like it, honestly it had some very stiff burger competition around Perth. 

48. Hainault Café, Bickley was home to the oldest vines in the Bickley Valley, sadly, this spot is now closed to the public. For a few years in between, husband and wife team Chef Benoit Lasplace (formally from Print Hall and Rockpool kitchens) and his wife Chantelle opened Mistelle, a French bistro. The balcony overlooking the vines was a brilliant spot for a lazy lunch.

49. Café Avellino, Wanneroo was a suburban pizza joint that was a great spot for families, as it has a casual vibe and an indoor playground for toddlers. Good news for pizza lovers, it’s still serving pizza as the popular Eight Slices.

50. Max Brenner Chocolate Bar, Joondalup (& Whitfords) is an international chain that didn’t catch on in WA. While Little Chef would have happily re-visited many times, I’m a bit wary of sugar-loaded treats.

51. Chatford and Co, Kalamunda served up very tasty food, but in café-loaded Kalamunda, it was off the main street where not many people could find it. A shame. Now it’s the industrial kitchen base for local artisans ‘Golden Whisk’.

52. JJ Kings, Floreat was an under-the-radar spot, where I had a delicious Mother’s Day brunch a few years ago – with the prettiest bircher I ever did see. The café was Floreat Local after JJ, which has also closed.

53. Ibiza N2 Gelato, Mount Lawley has closed its doors on the Beaufort Street strip.

54. Bistro de Artistes, Subiaco owned by iconic Perth Chef, Alain Fabregues (previously of the Loose Box), closed the doors of his Hay Street eatery, blaming high rents and no doubt the cost of parking in Subiaco. We loved his French cuisine.

55. The Resident, Nedlands was The Byrneleigh before that. I spotted it while we were checking out another Hampton Street spot (Mel & Co Garden) and noticed that The Resident had shut up shop and had “For Lease” signs plastered all over the windows. Now it’s home to another pub-style vibe via The Hampden Hotel.

56. Baby Mammoth, Northbridge – The William Street small bar served it’s final Poutine on April 13th 2019. Specialising in bottled boutique beers and great food, with a South African twist, it will be very missed. Hopefully Chef Ryan Lambson pops up somewhere else.

57. New Normal Bar + Kitchen, Subiaco – We enjoyed pulling up a stool at the bar and enjoying delicious share food at this Subiaco gem with rooftop bar. Head Chef Charlie Vargas is now over at The Embassy, while his talented Sous, Chef Chris Malone is at Dubai’s Dinner by Heston. Then it was CALEB Restaurant & Bar for a time. I’m not afraid to say lunch there one of the weirdest flavour combinations I’d experienced and not in a good way. That spot has now also closed.

58. Swan Valley Café was a brilliant spot for vegetarians and vegans. I particularly loved their offering of 100% gluten free food and herbal teas (blended by an in house naturopath). I will miss their GF chocolate mud cake! It is now the Tandoori Bistro.

59. Five Bar, Highgate (now Mack Daddys pizza) and neighbouring Clarence’s (now Hoshi) closed within days of each other. I used to love a pre-dinner drink at the Beaufort Street staple, one of many venues to close on the once-bustling dining strip.

60.Laneway Lounge, Perth CBD was a fab spot for a cocktail and boogie to some live music. Admittedly, I don’t go out on the town like I did #MumLife . I wonder if this was a problem, as the bar seemed to have a more mature crowd, that wouldn’t be out on the razz every weekend. Now Zypher Lounge, a modern Japanese restaurant and late-night lounge.

61. California Pizza Kitchen, Hillarys. This US import promised big things, but didn’t quite have the staying power. It was an immense venue (in the old Jettys building) and even after reducing it’s floor space (and I assume it’s rent), it couldn’t last the distance. Phat Brewing is coming to this space very soon.

62. Co-Op Dining, East Perth was a wonderful fine diner – particularly for a surprise anniversary dinner. I hope Head Chef-Owner Kiren opens somewhere else in future – that cooking talent is too good not to share with Perth.

63. Pancakes At Carillon, Perth CBD has very quietly flipped its last pancake after many decades in the city. Whether you loved a sweet pancake drenched in maple syrup or a savoury crepe, it was a firm family favourite.

64. Hyun, Claremont was a modern Asian with a surprise Korean-French twist. I was unconvinced that kimchee married seamlessly with French flair. Now Tandoori Flames Classic Indian Restaurant.

65.Tim Ho Wan, Perth CBD opened with a lot of hype in September 2018 and closed less than a year later. People’s expectations of Michelin starred standard food fell very short, in an ever-competitive CBD dining scene.

66. Last drinks have been called at Down The Hatch, Joondalup. The hidden laneway spot had a strong local following. This has now become Risq Small Bar and Lounge.

67. I really loved Helm, in Fremantle’s Fishing Boat Harbour, part of the Little Creatures offering. It quietly re-branded and was sailing strong with a more casual offering under the name of Harbourside Freo.

68. Found on the James Street strip, in Guildford, tapas spot Jezebelle has now made way for the new “Rusty Old Boat” Fish and Chip bar.

69. My own paw-fect pup, Ruby, loved Furbaby Café, Balcatta. Perth’s very own dog-centric café has closed, but is still open as a groomer and doggy daycare. Where will she get her pupachino?! It’s now FurBaby Dog Daycare & Grooming.

70. Chef Lorenzo sadly closed his brilliant Woodfire Kitchen, Ellenbrook. The suburban spot’s authentic Italian fayre was absolutely delicious. Lorenzo now enjoys travelling Perth markets and events in his pizza “Fire Truck”. The space is now home to The Chargrill Masters.

71. This small, but mighty Hills Winery had an AMAZING platter game. Due Jolly Winery, Pickering Brook, was wedged in between Core and La Fattoria, both worth a visit. I miss it!

72. This Mantle staple served up legendary pizza. Magna Pizza, Fremantle, has closed it’s doors. As has Don Tappa and all it’s Mantle stablemates.

73. I loved the vibe at May St Larder at the Mezz. The Mount Hawthorn spot was rebranded by hospitality power duo Eamon Sullivan and Chef Scott Bridger as the more grown up “Pogo” in 2020. Now the spot is home to Street Eats.

74. The teeny tiny Kalamunda favourite, Collodel Ice Cream, shut up shop after many years of serving up fresh sorbets and gelatos to the hills community.

75. BLK Espresso, was a tiny Perth City coffee shop. Found on the lower level of Carillon Arcade, like many in the CBD, it struggled with declining foot traffic.

76. Double Double, Subiaco is now BARK – the smallest small bar and café in Subi!

77. We chowed down on an epic seafood platter at golden triangle favourite Mosmans, Mosman Park. This riverside restaurant has been closed for redevelopment – the old structure is making way for a larger hospitality and accommodation offering.

78. The Precinct, on Vic Park’s Albany Highway strip, was home to a solid tapas menu. After it changed hands, it traded as Chalk n Cheese Bar, which also closed. It’s now home to RoyAl’s.

79. I was devo to hear every fromage lover’s paradise the Cheese Barrel had closed. The top Swan Valley spot’s sister venue – the Olive Farm Cellar door is still well worth a visit. The restaurant is now known as The Tapas Bar.

80. Cam St Social was a solid restaurant by Chef Darren Walker, but is in another of those venues, that seem to change hands regularly. The Wembley spot was formerly home to Hermosa Cantina. Now, the legends RoyAls are flippin their yummy burgers there.

81. Tom’s Kitchen at Fairbrossen Estate was a lovely spot for a slap-up Sunday lunch, overlooking lush vines below. The Perth Hills venue is has new owners and is now trading as Hainault at Carmel.

82. Beaufort Street café Ninth & Merchant, (at the Inglewood end) closed and made way for General Public Food Co. It was the sister venue of Blake Street Merchant which also closed in Aug 2021.

83. The House of Conti, at historic Woodvale winery Conti’s, closed to COVID-19 and never reopened. Chef Johnnie Mountain has now opened the excellent Fyre in Connolly. Harry’s at Conti now takes its place, and I hear very good things about the classically trained chef.

84. We enjoyed an epic meal at Stadium Café, a little Lathlain brunch spot. We still miss those fried chicken waffles! Now home to Woodpeckers Restaurant Lathlain.

85. Mel & Co Garden, Nedlands (in the old Wild Duck building) was very left of field, attempting to appeal to Millennials with a “made for Instagram menu”. Indonesian restaurant Tempayan was there for a while too – I wonder if the beautiful black cockatoo mural still is?

86. Sushia Izakaya was a slick Japanese joint in the basement of Brookfield Place. It’s beautiful dining room was the perfect setting for enjoying fine Japanese cuisine.

87.Jamie’s Italian opened to all the bells and whistles, and permanently closed its doors during the first COVID-19 lockdown. In its early days, a good feed was guaranteed at this pukka place. Now Light Years Asian Bar & Diner takes its prominent Perth spot.

88. Scrumptious ice cream treats and wacky ‘n wonderful Asian flavours were found at Jersey Jack Gelato. Just one scoop wasn’t enough!

89. From it’s humble market stall beginnings, to the crowd-funded Hummus Club restaurant, this mid-eastern spot always brought the goods. Let’s hope it reappears in some form one day.

90. I was so surprised that the Rusty Pig team had already moved on, after the Leederville spot quietly closed. Daph’s Restaurant is now found at the small venue. And good news – cooking with fire is still a focus on their menu.

91. My favourite Maroccan, Meeka has its very last service on the 28th Aug 2021. I hope Head Chef, and co-owner Leah Clarke pops up in another Perth Kitchen with her delicious tagines.

92. Cheesy spot Two Birds Fromagerie, in the Swan Valley quietly closed it’s doors. With the loss of the Cheese Barrel, cheese lovers are running out of options! My tip – head to The Cheese Shop in Kalamunda.

93. Popular Feral Brewery is still brewing, but has closed it’s Swan Valley Restaurant. The rustic spot was one of the OG brewers in the Swan Valley and was bought by Coca-Coala Amatil. Now the site is known as Baskerville Tavern.

94. Glutards (like me) loved Kapitol Kitchen‘s GF, DF and keto friendly menu. The Wanneroo spot reopened as Soul Coffee and Tapas Lounge. In more recent times, this has become Burgery Bar.

94. The fab seafood spot Cott & Co, at Cottesloe’s iconic Cott hotel, closed its doors. It had a schmick makeover and was known as the swanky Velvette Lounge. Now, it’s gone through another rebrand as the trendy Tigerfish.

95. Ohhh I was really sad about this one – Billie H in Claremont was a brilliant little spot, with killer menu, drinks list and gramophone light feature. Corvo Bar and Kitchen opened in its place, which has also since closed.

96. Once found at the base of the legendary Jacobs Ladder, this Health Freak was a good spot to recover with brunch after a sweaty work out session. HF Kings Park has shut up shop.

97. Shore Cafe was a brilliant brunch spot in Alkimos. Owner George opened up Oceans 27 next door and that became so popular that Shore Café, and it’s vibrant Alkimos ship mural is now the restaurant’s bar.

98. Ficus was another victim of the doomed Yagan Square Development, before it became the ‘Stories’ powerhouse. I loved Ficus when it first opened. Chef Andre (and his AMAZING charcuterie) can be found at Vincent Wine.

99. Man, who could forget THAT cheese gravy?! Burger joint Greenhorns has been another closure due to the ghost town that is Perth CBD.

100. First a tiny spot in Joondalup, then an up-market restaurant in Connolly, D’s Authentic Japanese is closed in April 2022. It’s now home to Fyre, the popular meat-focused restaurant by Chef Johnnie Mountain.

101. The spot once home to Tuckshop is now where Vetrina Cafe lives. Long a favourite Northbridge haunt for brunch lovers, this Newcastle Street brunch spot was equally popular for its epic house made meat pies.

102. Red Retro, found in Currambine right behind Chapters Bistro was a quaint café full of colourful mismatched furniture and some comfy looking sofas. It always served up a good coffee, and is still a cafe, now known as Echo Cafe.

103. Propeller, a North Freo venue where the food was as breezy as the vibes, sadly closed due to Head Chef Kurt Sampson’s ill heath. The North Fremantle spot with a mid-eastern inspired menu exuded that Freo quirkiness and it had an intimate village feel too – it’s missed.

104. A favourite pre-theatre sushi spot, Mr Munchies, was a favourite of mine. The popular little Japanese was tucked down an arcade on Beaufort Street and served up epic sushi rolls – their soft shell crab rolls were the best.

105. I hear that though the Swan Valey’s Cottage Tea Rooms has closed, the West Swan Road spot is now home to cute as a button Mrs Rabbit Tearooms. The cafe also specialises in high teas and fresh bakes.

106. Opened to much fanfare PappaRich, a Malasian chain restaurant popped up all over Perth. It’s flagship store in Northbridge closed some time ago, as did the Joondalup restaurant. Now only a couple venues still remain around the city. Who can forget their epic milos?

107. V Burger Bar, found at Floreat Forum shopping centre and at Elizabeth Quay was a favourite of mine, before the smash burger trend became a huge thing. Perhaps

108. The Buttery was found at the bottom of a modern office building on Joondalup’s Shenton Ave. It’s still a good spot for a coffee, now home of the popular cafe LUCA.

109. Matsuri Japanese Restaurant was a CBD staple for well over 10 years. I used to frequent it at lunchtimes when I worked in the city’s west end. It’s not home to another Japanese Nippon Bar & Kitchen.

110. A decade ago, back in 2014, Tropico North Beach was THE place to go for brunch in the northern suburbs. The iconic Yelo Trigg has now moved there, since their prime ocean front West Coast Drive cafe closed last year.

111. Years ago, I ate an unforgettable dego at now-closed fine diner Restaurant Amuse. That is still one of the best meals I’ve enjoyed in Perth. Head Chef/Owner Hadleigh Troy opened Hampton and Maley in Vic Park, but sadly, the fab brunch spot has closed.

112.Charcoal Charlie’s was a delicious barbeque and burger spot at the Currambine shops. I Ioved their lip-smackingly delicious lamb ribs with herb-y rice. Now Chalies BBQ, it has moved to Connolly.

113. The tasty cafe Foam, on Leederville’s Oxford Street, served up excellent brunches with THICK bacon. It’s now been replaced with funky Latin bar Lima Cantina, which looks worth a visit.

114. Jus Burgers, was found around Perth, including in Leederville and Subiaco. The Subiaco store is still a burger joint – now Hello Harrys.

115. Albany Highway Asian fusion spot, Hey Griller, served up flaming good food. I really mean it, the flaming wagyu tenderloin was delicious!

116. When I visited Scarborough’s Wild Fig back in 2013, I enjoyed the food, but found the mood from the staff like a wet weekend (which incidentally, it was). Fast forward a decade or so and it closed in 2022. Now i’s home to the shiny and new in 2026 Brighton Wine Bar.

117. Voyage Kitchen was a Sorrento stalwart for many years, until a residential development forced its closure. I enjoyed many a brunch there. I hear that its moved to City Beach.

118. The Old Picadilly on the tree lined Regents Park Road, in Joondalup, topped many tasty pizzas. Their BBQ pork belly pizza was a favourite, as was their dessert pizzas. Still a pizza place, now known as the newer Postcard from Napoli.

119. If you live in the Wanneroo area, you may have enjoyed The Burger Hut’s big, fresh ‘n tasty home-style burgers. They may have closed their Wanneroo hut (now home to Burgr88), but have now popped up just out the back of Malaga Markets. 

120. Ocean view spot, North Beach Deli, was once home to Soda Cafe. The West Coast Highway spot was known as Spinifex Brewing Co, with another venue up in Broome. Now it’s a ‘refined whisky bar and coastal eatery’ Salt & Oak.

121. Tucked down a West Perth side street, Gordon St Garage was an old auto garage repurposed as a bustling “breakfast till late” canteen. The lofty spot is now home to British brewery Brewdog.

122. Now known as The Loft, this Canning Highway spot was once home to Frisch & Barc. The Como cafe served up cheffy brunches and had a beautiful bird mural – I wonder if it’s still there?

123. Syd and Phyllis promised so much and I really feel for owners that it didn’t work out. Serving up excellent Bolt Coffee and brilliant brunches, the Midland spot just didn’t get the foot-fall that was promised by the Railway Square development. It’s now a cafe known as The Foundry.

124. I was disappointed to hear cute Guildford spot Cafe Poste had closed. Hidden away in a garden center, the cafe was found at the old Guildford Post Office. Their coffee and cake was top level.

125. When the Westfield Whitford City dining hub was still shiny and new in 2017, East Village, offered American favourites from the East Village district of New York. Think Ruben sandwiches, mac n cheese, burgers, pizza and more. Now, the space is home to Bettys Burgers.

126. Esther Cafe, found on Kalamunda’s main street served up good coffee and HUGE sausage rolls. After some bad press it rebranded to Cyrenian Cafe and clothing boutique, which also closed. Kala staple ‘Old Mates Cafe’ has moved into the space in April 2026, as Chemist Warehouse is taking its original spot.

127. Black Pig Deli was a gourmet go-to not just for me, but my food-loving dad. Adam’s house made pork pies were SO good. The Inglewood cafe-store has closed, but Adam and Marissa Bielawski have a new spot in the city – daxxi 140.

128. If you were on a health kick, the menu at Monty’s Scarborough packed a big punch with fresh, nutrient rich produce – think acai and poke bowls. The cafe was a grand spot for a bit of people watching, on the Scarbs café strip.

129. Do you remember now closed Hillarys spot, Voyage Kitchen, had a sister restaurant upstairs? Madame Queenie was a Modern Asian eatery with a stunner of a view over Sorrento Beach.

130. Home of the tiramisu croffle, as croissant-waffle hybrid for the uninitiated, The Fave had a lot of promise. When I visited on a Friday lunchtime in 2021, the Floreat Forum spot was close to empty, which didn’t bode well. It’s now the colourful Italian restaurant Gustoso.

131. Vegan spot, Mother Freo, was innovative and made this veggie loving gal happy to go meat free for a meal. Previously the Raw Kitchen, it’s now home to Urban Winery, which is much more my thang.

132. 🦙Tupí at Arara was a cheeky ‘lil South American inspired restaurant that lasted less than 12 months. The Queen Street spot, formerly the fabulous Flour Factory, rebranded to Spring. That also seems to have closed.

133. I was sad to hear chilled Subi spot Golden West Brewing Co closed. Mr H and I enjoyed a delicious lunch here – the five spiced pork belly couldn’t have been any crisper and was washed down well with their beers. Now home to the fabulous Found brewery, I hope the food is as good as the OG Byford spot.

134. The immense Black Brewing Co has pulled its last pint in the Margaret River region. We only just visited with the kids in January, and it seemed busy, if not a little run down. A shame the beautiful venue will be mothballed.

135. Perth’s last Spur, Eagle Falls Spur Steak and Grill, has served up its last steak at its Wanneroo location. Of course, any closure is very sad for the staff, in Perth’s busy hospo scene, I’m sure they’ll soon get snapped up. I’m not too devo about this one. The international steak house was seriously one of the worst dining experiences I’ve had, when it opened back in 2014. Admittedly, chain steak houses are my least favourite place to dine.

136. Once home to the famous Witches Cauldron, Dilly Dally Subiaco sadly didn’t have the same staying power. This Rokeby Road diner opened just before the COVID crisis hit, by the people behind city favourite Lalla Rookh. Closed in mid-2024, the iconic spot is now home to swanky The Embassy by Devlin’s, with excellent chef Charlie Vargus on the pass.

137. Epic bar for beer lovers, The Dutch Trading Co, closed its doors in August 2024. After pulling pints in Vic Park for 9 years, it’s time to close on a high and for the co-owners Joel Beresford and Daniel Sterpini to move onto other projects, like Fallow in Northbridge.138. Honey Crème – Perth CBD

138. The Kiosk in East Fremantle had a big reno and rebrand, now known as Beach St Co. It now has a more up-market feel, though it’s still in a fabulous location near the famous rainbow sea container, on the Swan River. I imagine they’re not super busy RN, with the traffic bridge closure, so be sure to drop by for brunch or lunch.

139. One of my personal favourites Odyssea City Beach, had its last service in April 2025. I rarely dine twice, never mind returning over and over again for lunches, dinners and boozy brunches. I’ll definitely miss this spot. Now Berts City Beach, the spot feels far more casual, open and dare I say, pub-y.

140. 3 Sheets on the Lake was a solid Woodlands eatery. Now known as Jackadders, the lakeside spot has had a refresh of the menu and dining room, and it still promises to be family friendly.

141. Brunch fave Slate Café finally closed in mid-2024. The Bennett Springs spot was a mecca for people and their pooches too, with a unique dog playground in site.

142. Oakover Grounds is a little bit spesh to me, as that’s where I had my first date with Mr H. I was so sad to hear it closed in 2024. The Swan Valley spot, which is on a beautiful lake, promises to be back at some point, but in what form, we do not know.

143. The Local Shack at Lakeside Joondalup, which opened back in April 2015, has long since shuttered. Their relaxed beachy vibe was an escape from the shopping centre bustle, but behind the scenes was another story.

144. Speaking of Lakeside Joondalup losses, Mama Tran (I was OBSESSED with their spring rolls) also permanently closed. The Vietnamese eatery had a loyal following up north, and their pho was a reliable midweek dinner option.

145. And it’s a Joondalup hat trick – Cuban themed chain Coco Cubano in Joondalup quietly pulled the pin in early 2024. The loaded nachos and frozen daiquiris made for a fun, kitschy lunch with friends.

146. Embers in Gooseberry Hill was a Perth Hills stalwart for years. Opened by two sisters, it was a go-to dinner spot for Kalamunda locals for decades. It was never the same after the girls sold it. Currently (March 2026) it is being fitted out to be yet another ‘The Cray’ seafood joint.

147. Remember Kinky Swell in suburban Scarborough? The cheeky little cafe was part of the Scarbs scene, and I have fond memories of an epic pancake stack there. It closed sometime after mid-2018, now a small bar ‘Little Wave Cafe and Wine Bar’.

148. It was at Café at The Hyatt where I had my first dinner date with ‘Chef’, remember that guy (my ex-husband)? It was a bit of a cheapskate move (lol), as he also happened to work there, way back in 2001. Over the years, we revisited this popular hotel buffet, though the Hyatt closed its doors in 2024.

149. Cult gelato spot Ibiza N2 in Mt Lawley is no more. The Beaufort Street dessert spot was famous for outraging parents with their syringes of sauce in their ice cream creations. They were delicious though, I’m not gonna lie.

150-1. Now this one is a bit confusing… bear with me! Fairbrossen Estate in Carmel, was a Perth Hills wine region favourite for years, as was Hainault Vineyard and Cafe, in Bickley Valley. While Hainault has permanently closed, Fairbrossen has re-opened with lovely new owners under the name ‘Hainault at Carmel’. Got it? Hainault at Carmel is delicious and keeps a Perth Hills wine-making name alive. There’s sweeping views over the vines and bushland, you should check it out!

152. The Precinct in Vic Park closed its doors waaaay back in 2020, caught up in the COVID crisis. It re-opened as an outpost of the finger licking good RoyAl’s Chicken and Burgers.

153. I was devo when my favourite local coffee spot closed its doors. Haynes Street Larder in Kalamunda was super cute and super popular. Due to their lease ending, in favour for another barbers, they moved ‘down the hill’. Jess and her team now operate as a deli and takeaway, Daily Goods in Helena Valley.

154-5. Two spots I visited on the ‘See Subiaco’ progressive dinner famil back in 20 have closed. Double Double bar back in 2023 and Bibik Chan’s Kitchen (which wasn’t technically on the schedule). Max Veenhuyzen just had to stop by for a quick car park bite, and who can argue with that Perth food-scene royalty.

156. Speaking of Perth foodie royalty, Typika Artisan Roasters was reigning over Perth’s brunch scene for years. The Claremont staple closed in 2024.

157-8. A couple of under the radar city spots closed some time ago – Country Road Cafe and Honey Creme. Korean favourite “Honey Creme” opened in 2017, and at the time was their very first Australian outlet.

159. Crown Perth spot, Bistro Guilluame, is closing in early April 2026. After a solid 14 years’ service, the brilliant green dining room will make way for something shiny and new, no doubt. I can’t wait to find out what will take the pool-view space.

160. Young George, a George Street cornerstone spent years proving that a neighbourhood bar can also be a dining destination in its own right, thanks to one of Perth’s best hospitality duos – Melissa Palinkas and Susan Whelan. Chef Meliss cooks her eclectic dishes so well, always championing small-batch WA producers. Susan’s wine list was always stacked with new-to-you finds. I first enjoyed Meliss’ cooking at The Cabin, then the duo’s dining pop-up Alphabet Soup. I hope we see their creative bites around Perth soon.

161. CLOSING MID OCTOBER 2026 – There’s still time to visit gluten free haven Champagne & Gumboots. The lovely Stacey is an absolute GF baking wizard, and I’ve popped in many times to this Swan Valley spot. This 100% gluten free & Coeliac Australia accredited bakery will be missed – I’ll be visiting before the doors close one last time to stock up on their scrumptious scones.

How do we stop this madness?!

We all have our favourite little independent restaurant or café in Perth. Support them. Sure there’s lots of large chain steakhouses and cafes, but I’m all about interesting food that will add value to our food scene.

Don’t dine at the “It’s OK” place or “the foods average, but you get heaps for your money” eatery. Book a table at the little guy’s place, the person who is passionate about their offering, supports local growers and serves amazing food! We need these restauranteurs and Chef-Owners to stay in business for the future of Perth’s interesting and quality dining scene. Every one of these closed restaurants symbolises somebody’s dream failing, and that is so sad.

One thing that can be said for the hospitality industry is that it never stands still. It’s a constantly evolving thing, that is changeable to the economy and consumer trends. With so many venues competing for your dining dollar, one thing is for sure, it’s survival of the fittest in Perth!

This will be an ever growing list of Restaurants That Have Closed in Perth, which I’ll be sure to update.

Do you know of more restaurants that have closed in Perth? Let me know in the comments below!

Last updated March 2026.