When it comes to weekend sessions in the sun, the city in the west knows how to do it best. Everyone loves a good rooftop and terrace bar, especially when it’s warm out and you’re with a group of great friends. Already popular amongst locals, these Perth bars are the place to be on sunny days and balmy nights. So read on for the best rooftop bars and terraces Perth has to offer.
Known as Perth’s most popular rooftop destination, The Aviary is the place to be this summer. With the open air rooftop looking out across the city’s skyline, it’s easy to soak up the atmosphere with a cocktail in hand.
The Aviary feels a little like a rooftop oasis, with timber decking, lush greenery, and relaxed furniture. You can enjoy sunny days and balmy nights by soaking up the vibes of the amazing views on offer. Whether you’re a local or a traveller, if you’re here Friday or Saturday night, you’re in for the ultimate party.
Rooftop sips don’t get much better than at the Aviary, with a superb cocktail selection featuring plenty of fresh cocktails, and a wide selection of beer and wine to please everyone. With a mix of Asian and Aussie pub classics, bar snacks, burgers and pizzas, the kitchen has you covered.
This East Fremantle hotspot offers the perfect sunny cocktail setting. With sprawling views from the rooftop bar, this local favourite has luxe styling with carefully curated furniture and leafy foliage lining the terrace.
The panoramic views overlooking East Fremantle and Fremantle Bay are breathtaking, creating the ideal setting to settle in for some weekend drinks. The mouth-watering cocktail list is the standout here with happy hour cocktail specials four nights a week. And on weekends you can book for a bottomless brunch with a luxurious and chic backdrop.
The kitchen at Sweetwater has a reputation and is making a name for itself as part of the area’s emerging food scene. Its Asian-inspired share plates nail the flavours and make Sweetwater a destination for its food as much as for its rooftop scene.
The ultimate beachside venue, Scarborough Beach Bar, get down and check out the unbeatable views from the sunset deck while knocking a few cold ones back with mates. Right on the doorstep of the magnificent Scarborough beach, there’s no better place to soak up the sun.
With the ocean, blue sky and golden sand as its backdrop, this beach bar is a popular place with locals, and gets busy on weekends. So arrive here early to claim a good spot on the deck, as you’ll want to settle in for the day.
The kitchen and drink menus definitely leans into the sundeck vibe at the Scarborough Beach Bar. Beer battered fish tacos and kingfish crudo paired with spritz cocktails and signature gin sets the right tone for long sun-soaked afternoon sessions. Be sure to pop in on Thursdays for the bar’s Taps, Taco and Tequila night, with Mexican inspired specials running from 5:00pm until late.
Situated on Murray St in the heart of Perth City, the Generous Squire offers punters the opportunity to get stuck into some of Australia’s best craft beer while basking in the sun. The Kissing Point rooftop garden, is Shafto Lane’s best kept secret, with an undercover outdoor and city views, perfect for a bit of fresh air fun.
This venue proudly stands as the Western Australian base for James Squire brewery, and with a fully functioning microbrewery onsite this place takes its beer game to the next level. It’s the perfect spot to unwind for a post-work pint, casual function or cheeky weekend catch up with friends.
The kitchen offers its signature range of brewhouse burgers, designed to match with James Squires range of beers. Keep an eye on the taps because they are often offering seasonal and limited edition beers throughout the year, keeping hop-heads very happy.
