Leederville’s Oxford Street: Where to eat and drink

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Shops and cafes along Oxford Street, Leederville

Pizza, dumplings, tapas and a movie under the stars. Here's my guide to the best places to eat and drink on and around Leederville's Oxford Street.

One of Perth’s best food strips

Leederville has been one of my favourite spots for a night out for years. Oxford Street and the surrounding laneways are packed with great restaurants, bars and cafes, and there’s a buzz here every night of the week.

Here’s my guide to the best places to eat and drink in Leederville.

“Leederville is where I go when I can’t decide what I feel like eating. Walk the length of Oxford Street, and something will jump out at you.”

Alex Hamilton, Editor

Pizza and Italian

  • Pappagallo, 250 Oxford Street: crispy-based pizzas and pastas, finished with a cannoli.
  • Vikka, 147 Oxford Street: a family-run Neapolitan pizza spot, famous for its hot honey pizza.

Asian flavours

  • My House, 140 Oxford Street: xiao long bao and pan-fried pork buns.
  • Phat Lon, 106 Oxford Street: chef Jenny Lam’s family recipes, served as sharing plates.

Tapas and share plates

  • Duende, 662 Newcastle Street: Perth’s long-running Spanish tapas bar, with vegan options.
  • Pinchos, 749 Newcastle Street: budget-friendly pintxos, Spanish cured meats and tinned seafood.
  • Tagine, 127 Oxford Street: Moroccan tagines, grilled skewers and hummus.
Heritage building on the corner of Oxford and Newcastle Streets in Leederville
Photo: Calistemon, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Something special

For a special occasion, Daph’s at 226 Oxford Street serves a six-course degustation built on local, seasonal produce. Book well ahead.

Pubs and bars

  • Naber, 148 Oxford Street: fried chicken and bar food, with a disco-style backyard bar.
  • Fibber McGee’s, 711 Newcastle Street: a chef-owned pub known for its dry-aged steak.
  • Servo, Electric Lane: an all-day venue in the Electric Lane precinct, with coal-grilled shish.

Dinner and a movie

Leederville is home to the iconic Luna cinema. Over summer, the Luna Outdoor Cinema screens new releases and cult favourites under the stars from late November to February.

See our guide to Perth’s best outdoor cinemas for more.

The Luna Cinema on Oxford Street, Leederville
Photo: Greg O’Beirne, CC BY 2.5 via Wikimedia Commons

Getting there

Leederville Station is a short walk from Oxford Street, which makes it easy to leave the car at home. Check Transperth for train times. There’s also paid parking around the town centre.

Plan your night out

From dumplings to degustation, Leederville has something for every appetite and budget. Hungry for more? See our guide to Mount Lawley’s Beaufort Street.

Featured image: Bahnfrend, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get to Oxford Street, Leederville?

Leederville Station is a short walk from Oxford Street. There’s also paid parking around the town centre.

Where can I go for a special dinner in Leederville?

Is there an outdoor cinema in Leederville?

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