Craft beer fans, look no further than Perth for plenty of boutique breweries and small bars pushing their favourite flavours - see our round-up of the best across Perth!
Bailey Brewing Co, Swan Valley
In the heart of Swan Valley, Bailey Brewing Co. are pouring their our own handcrafted beers, local wines from their mates, and serving up delicious, locally sourced food – all in a laid-back setting with a big playground for the kids.
Homestead Brewery at Mandoon Estate, Swan Valley
Mandoon Estate, widely known for its winery and stunning setting on the banks of the Swan River, is also home to Homestead Brewery which produces craft beers that make a perfect match with the hearty, satisfying meals served in the brewery or out on the deck overlooking the vines. Mandoon Estate has stunning accommodation too, so why not make a weekend of it and enjoy your beer and wine without needing a designated driver.
Northbridge Brewing Company, Perth
The buzzing enclave of Northbridge is home to a substantial brewhouse producing an award winning range. Northbridge Brewing Company adds seasonal small batch styles to its core range, a drawcard for craft beer lovers who enjoy experimental brews. The menu offers all the family favourites, like burgers, pizza, pasta, parmigiana and fish and chips.
Otherside of Nowhere Brewing Co, Perth
Just to the west of the CBD is Nowhereman in West Leederville. The custom built brewhouse produces a range of craft beers, served with a seasonal menu of fresh local produce and meats cured in-house.
Gage Roads Brewery, Fremantle
If you want to sit by the water and watch iconic container ships go by, listen to good tunes, chill in the beer garden, enjoy some fresh and local food or watch your kids play in an epic playground, Gage Roads Freo has something for everyone. No bookings are needed, walk in anytime and did we mention, doggo's are welcome too!
Little Creatures, Fremantle
Enjoy a world-class brew and tasty food in the massive warehouse-style brewery perched on Fremantle Fishing Board Harbour. Little Creatures beers are sold all over town, but there's something special about tasting beer direct from serving tanks pumped straight from the brewery. Grab a Pale Ale and a pizza and soak in the brewery chaos or wander into their backyard to enjoy your beer and nosh in the sunshine. They have an open-door policy at Little Creatures, everyone is welcome to walk in any time without a booking to just hang out.
Last Drop Brewery, Fremantle
Half an hour's drive east of Fremantle, in Canning Vale, is a gem called the Last Drop Brewery, a popular Tudo style pub, and one of the best breweries in Perth south of the river. In an astonishing feat, the brewery was transported from a medieval village in Bavaria in the early nineties. The European style lagers created here, using traditional methods, make the perfect thirst quencher alongside the venue’s pub food and fusion style dishes.
Dingo Brewery, Perth Hills
Dingo Brewery is a microbrewery using quality cask brewing equipment and technology, plus quality Australian and international ingredients, together with proven recipes and processes to brew their beers. Continued trial and experimentation have led to a range of beer that Dingo Brewery feel passionate you will enjoy. You can choose from over 150 different beers and use their on premises brewing equipment to become a brewmaster and brew your own commercial quality beer. So why not head down to Dingo Brewery's taproom and sample a craft beer or two or grab a growler or cans straight of tap?
Indian Ocean Brewing Co, Sunset Coast
Established in 2005, Indian Ocean Brewing Co have been providing quality craft beer brewed oceanside to the good people of Perth for 15 years. The brewery offers a core range of craft beers as well as a small batch speciality beer every eight to ten weeks – seasonal, developed on trend and in demand. The extensive menu features Australian pub classics, pizzas, share plates and main dishes using only fresh and local produce, making for the perfect balmy summer night stop.
Boundary Island Brewery, Mandurah
Boundary Island Brewery at the Mandurah Quay Resort was born from two Mandurah families who love great beer, delicious food and a great atmosphere summer or winter. Brewing beer since college, and the amazing opportunity to acquire a great building in one of Mandurah’s best waterways overlooking Boundary Island, was the perfect opportunity to create Boundary Island Brewery. Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner using all local ingredients where possible, you can even drive your boat right up to the brewery!
