Best Breakfast and Brunch Places in Rottnest Island

"Set in a restored 1898 warehouse, Bread in Common offers local produce and meats in a communal table setting. Share plates, sandwiches, cheese platters, and dips and spreads mean you’re not likely to leave unsatisfied."

"If you have an appreciation for cosy courtyards and all-day brunch menus, don’t look past this Freo classic. Crafted around sustainably grown local produce and seasonal foods, this homestyle menu is designed to make everyone feel satisfied. Australian ingredients like lemon myrtle, WA-sourced meats and even extra virgin oil make appearances on the delicious menu."

"Housed at the uber-cool heritage Moores Building, Moore & Moore is also home to a cutting-edge contemporary art gallery. This amazing brunch spot serves a fresh and seasonal all-day breakfast in the gallery’s shady courtyard. All their ingredients are sourced locally and ethically, with particular focus on gluten-free and vegetarian options."

"Brunch joints that take bookings are a rarity these days, but thankfully the incredible team (who might be the friendliest bunch in hospitality we’ve come across) at Duck Duck Bruce have you covered. Just a stone’s throw from the main Fremantle strip, this café has all the right nooks and crannies to enjoy the sunshine in the courtyard, people watching on the patio or an intimate catch up inside. The food (described as face filling awesomeness on their site) takes the usual breakfast jams and turns them on their head with the likes of chilli and coriander scrambled eggs with house garam masala, the crispy fennel potato straws with eggplant pickle or the Panaji spiced sausage roll."

"This coffee spot in Freo is pretty popular and you will have to stand in line!. But its worth the trouble to secure a table at the best café in Freo, (many think it is). You’ll love the laid-back ambience of this place belonging to three chums, who look at the lighter side of life, although their coffee is seriously amazing!"

"A quirky little cafe in Freo, Duck Duck Bruce serves up the classics along with some of their own delicious and different concoctions. The Rhubarbra Streisand featuring stewed rhubarb, strawberries, maple granola and coconut whip is a standout and with a name like that it’s not surprising."

"If you ever need to convince someone why Perth is great (or uh, OK!), just take them to il Lido. Beachside relaxation (and views), with an uncompromising approach to quality has made it a stalwart for Perth foodies – even though its touristy location means it could get away with being a lot worse. Each pasta dish is a loving ode to its produce, whether it’s spaghetti with nduja, white anchovy, mascarpone and lemons, crowd-pleasing blue swimmer crab linguine, or cavatelli with broccoli and sausage."

"‘Il Lido’ means beach in Italian, which explains the beach front views of the Il Lido restaurant. What we don’t understand is why it’s not called ‘‘Il Lido: e maledettamente buon cibo!. ’ (Translation, beach: and damn good food!)."

"CBD diners and visiting tourists expect a fine degree of modish city style in Perth’s eateries, and The Terrace Hotel is one such charming addition to the Western Australian food scene. Patrons here can choose between a casual meal at the bar, or fine food in the breezy al fresco area or formally set dining room. The à la carte menu pairs rustic heritage charm with sophisticated style: think grilled halloumi, french beans, chicory & sundried tomato salad served with pita croutons, wild thyme & honey dressing; or for something meatier, Spring lamb cutlets with warm pepperonata, black garlic, bocconcini, and rosemary mint jus."

"Just because you can’t physically travel somewhere exotic, doesn’t mean your taste buds can’t. Kitsch in Leederville is offering a to-go menu of their Asian fusion favourites at 20 per cent off, pick-up or delivered."

"All our travelling plans have been cancelled because of the pandemic. Yes, we cannot travel somewhere exotic for a vacation. However, that does not mean our taste buds can’t."

"In the city center, Friends offers a classic fine dining experience. The service and atmosphere are old-school and the food incorporates the best of European techniques and Australian ingredients. The restaurant is known for its selection of premium Australian wines and monthly live music and dinner events."

"If all that adventuring has built up an appetite, head to one of the child-friendly eateries in the Swan Valley. Slate Café has a huge outdoor play area and a great kids menu, as well as delicious fusion dishes for the adults. They’re super dog-friendly too, perfect if you’re out and about with your pooch."

"With a beautiful waterfront location overlooking the Swan River, 8 On The Point brings a modern and stylistic approach to Chinese food. The fine dining offering is a rich tapestry that nods to Hong Kong cuisine, while showcasing local produce. The Chaozhou style twice cooked fish with aged vinegar and dark soy sauce, squid with samba chilli sauce and premium beef fillet with Chinese numbing and spicy sauce are worth calling out, but there are so many more worth trying to."