Discovering the perfect dining destination for a group in Perth goes beyond good food; it’s about the ambience, the service, and most importantly, the shared moments.
From bustling eateries that blend flavours with conviviality to charming venues, we’ve scoured Perth’s streets to find diverse options that cater to every palate and occasion. Whether you seek waterfront elegance or urban chic dining rooms, our curated list promises good times, food, drinks, and unforgettable group dining experiences.
Balthazar
CBD
This Perth gem, sporting the same name as a New York staple, has been around since the 90s but it didn’t shine until its transformation in 2016. The refined European wine-bar-meets-dining-room aesthetic has given way to a more casual ambience, ideal for group gatherings and celebrations.
The $95 dinner set menu also makes it easy for groups, given it’s all laid out for you, and people can pick and choose what they want to eat. The extensive menu features three entrées: a mushroom ricotta tartlet, duck liver parfait, and cured market fish. For mains, a few highlights include the cauliflower risotto, seafood spaghetti, and duck breast. Then for dessert, tuck into some cheese or a chocolate mousse.
Rockpool Bar and Grill
Burswood
Is there anything more iconic than Rockpool Bar and Grill? With locations in Melbourne and Sydney, the Perth outpost is just as acclaimed. Expect an opulent experience, with neutrally-toned dining spaces and a menu curated for groups. While there is no set menu, the a la carte is designed to share. Pick a few grill options, add some sides, and don’t ignore the starters.
Tonic + Ginger
Fremantle
Nestled in the Old Synagogue near Freo’s markets is Tonic + Ginger, where diners will find themselves in an old-world charm and a cathedral-like setting. Indulge in their Asian-inspired shared menu at a reasonable $69 per person. The only catch: the entire table has to choose the Feed Me Menu. The menu includes bites like crispy pork belly, prawn and snapper dumplings before diving into the bigger grazing plates, including Korean fried chicken wings and fried soft-shell crab. For main feasting, expect stir-fried noodles, curries, and more.
POST Osteria & Bar
CBD
Set within WA’s first general post office, this light-filled restaurant with barn-like glass ceilings and touches of greenery is the perfect place to gather with friends and family for a special occasion. The tasting menu on offer costs $95 per person and includes a culinary journey through Italy featuring classics and twists. Revel in saffron taleggio arancini and textbook-perfect rigatoni all’Amatriciana, or a standout pork cotoletta. Conclude with marsala-spiked zabaglione-topped tiramisu, complemented by an Italian-centric wine list and inventive martini and negroni variations.
Silks
CBD
Chinese is one of the best cuisines for groups. Everything is shareable and you can pick and choose what you want so that even the fussiest diner in the group will find something they like. You can step it up a notch with Silks, an elegant restaurant with gold-edged plates, ornate vases, and leather-bound menus. There are several options for private dining rooms catering to between 15-100 guests, depending on the room. There are also menu options, all family style, that start from $118 per person and go up to $188 per person for the premium option.
Shadow Wine Bar
Northbridge
Sometimes you want somewhere intimate and casual for your group dinner. Shadow Wine Bar offers just that and more. This sultry, dim-lit restaurant embraces European life at its best. Wines hail from across Spain, Italy, and France, and the food menu channels all the best of Europe’s flavours. There is no set menu, so it’s a choose-your-own-adventure experience. Expect to see gin-cured kingfish, mushroom arancini, scallops with spicy nduja, veal ragu, pumpkin risotto, and more. There’s also a selection of cheese to graze on and an equally impressive dessert menu.
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