Bar Hop

Cosy up at your old favourites or try something new — follow these insider's tips to be ‘that friend’ who just knows where to go around Fremantle!

START WITH THE NEW(ISH)COMERS

Wild in the Street

Wild in the Street is your local small bar and restaurant where you are always greeted with a friendly smile, well-thought-out drinks, and exciting food offerings. Ask Elise (Bartender of the Year) for her twist on a Paloma!

Jetty Bar & Eats

This is a top spot to get close to water. On Beach Street, on the old East Street Jetty, you'll overlook the Swan River with colourful cranes standing tall over Fremantle Harbour in the west and a stunning view up the river to the north.

Nieuw Ruin

A small bar and eatery in a building with nearly 150 years of history. It's filled with more independent, small-batch booze than you can poke a stick at!

The Old Synagogue

These multilayered venues have been a hit since it opened. The Old Synagogue marks the entrance to Fremantle’s Cappuccino Strip (it’s opposite the Norfolk Hotel).

Darling Darling

Want to feel like you're walking into the hull of an old pirate ship? Enter this compact space through a discreet entry on Henry Street and step back in time to Fremantle’s seafaring history.

Varsity

If you love good times, sports entertainment and American food and culture, make your way to Walyalup Koort.

WEST END AND VICTORIA QUAY

Jungle Bird

Definitely worth a stop! Jungle Bird on High Street was named best new small bar of 2019.

Ode to Sirens

Vinyl, cocktails, Greek-centric food in the old P&O Hotel on High Street, 

The National Hotel rooftop bar

Looking for a fabulous view – head on up!

Freo Harbour Bar

Or enjoy a harbour view on Victoria Quay, located in the E Shed Markets.

Strange Company

Experience a sense of sophisticated cool at on Nairn Street.

CAPPUCCINO STRIP AND SURROUNDS

The Federal Hotel

A modern style Australian pub set in a stunning heritage site on William Street.

The Norfolk Hotel

Relax in the outdoor courtyards facing the Cappuccino Strip, or try cocktails and tapas at The Odd Fellow Bar.

The Flaming Galah

Settle in for bites and drinks at Freo’s first dedicated LGBTQIA+ venue – a place for the queer community and their all. Sample the cocktail menu, explore their full range of tap and bottled beers, or grab your favourite wine and spirit. 

Beerpourium

Sample the ever-evolving variety of Australian craft beer with unbeatable views of the Cappuccino Strip from the balcony.

Clancy's Fish Pub

They'll be pouring their clever beers at this trusted East End favourite.

FURTHER AFIELD

South Fremantle offers a bar hop scene all of its own. Start at Who's Your Mumma at the five way corner of Wray Avenue and South Terrace. Then find strong community vibes at Percy Flint and The Local Hotel.

You’ll find a vibrant scene at Madalena’s Bar, further south to the beach. And the gorgeous festoon lighting at La Cabaña.

Cross the bridge and you’ll find the quintessential neighbourhood bar Mrs Brown Bar. It’s a cosy place to hang out with a glass of red over a game of scrabble.

Discover more small bars to build your own Freo bar hop tour!