Soak up this restored cottage’s old-world splendour, then dive into an extensive wine list and high-flavour snacking including pies, tasty-things-on-bread and monkfish “under a fur coat”.

With lo-fi wines, small bites, DJs and local wines, this bar is the backdrop for an effortlessly cool, distinctly Fremantle afternoon.

Throughout its long history, this historic pub has been many things. These days, it’s as low-key as a local should be.

Celebrate or ignore the weather at this refined wine bar.

Imagined by two hospitality pros and designed by one of WA’s most polished architects, this sleek 120-person coastal destination is a summer hotspot. Its venue brings sharp design, big-flavoured small plates and thoughtful drinks to Leighton Beach.

This casual, dog-friendly taqueria in South Freo is landing bold blows for Aus-Mexican cooking. Maybe you'll find a pork and pineapple taco dressed with a native strawberry and saltbush sauce. Or try the spiced broccoli enlivened with a mole, a traditional Mexican marinade, made here with wattleseed. From the bar: wine, local beers, tequila and mezcal.

One of Perth’s original craft-beer strongholds.

The WA brewery’s first venue in the state is set within the iconic A Shed on the Walyalup waterfront. Stop in for brewery exclusives, rotating guest taps and a coastal-inspired menu of lobster rolls, swordfish schnitzel and grilled-kingfish tacos.

Where “eats meet art”, this beachside restaurant and gallery space serves it all up. Featuring a monthly rotation art gallery supporting emerging local artists, the venue is also a fully-licensed restaurant open for all-day dining.

It doesn’t get more waterfront than this. Nab a perch in this beautiful 120-person space and enjoy sharp cocktails, comforting Mediterranean cooking and vistas of the Swan River.

WA’s most successful brewery is a top spot for a beer and pizza on the waterfront.

A Fremantle institution with a long history of live music.

At this ambitious urban distillery, you'll find house-made spirits (including many grape-based spirits made with WA fruit) and pre-batched cocktails. You can pair every glass with something from their sophisticated share plate menu, which might include beef tartare, crumbed lion’s mane mushroom or woodfired meats.

Cool off at this cavernous seaside warehouse with thirst-quenching ales, seasonal one-offs and spirits made on site. Throw in a globetrotting menu packed with zesty coastal flavours, and you’re left with one of the slickest breweries in the state.

A reliable bet for sipping and snacking after sundown in Fremantle. Here you’ll find slick decor, a solid tapas-style menu, and a weighty cocktail and spirits list.

A luxe neighbourhood bar with inventive cocktails.

The third location in this popular arcade-bar chain employs the same winning formula: vintage arcade games, NY-style pizza and easy-going cocktails. But this spot also has an outdoor courtyard, unlike its predeccessors.

On a balmy afternoon, after the Freo Doctor’s rolled in, this is the place to be. Get started downstairs with lo-fi wines and small plates of the freshest local seafood. Then head upstairs for cocktails and ocean views.

There’s no need to run all the way home for a beer.

This small bar is the younger sibling to fire-fuelled Manuka Woodfire Kitchen. Here, find laid-back hospitality, nostalgic food and a classic cocktail list.