There’s nothing quite so refreshing as getting out to the gorgeous scenery of the Perth Hills for a weekend and enjoying hiking trails, waterfalls, and some totally charming country cafes.
We’ve sifted through the best of the bunch for a coffee kick on the way in, brunch under the swaying trees, or dog-friendly hangouts where your pooch can join in the fun.
Here are 9 of the best cafes in Perth Hills, in no particular order.
1. Cafe Mojo
Cafe Mojo is everything you’d expect from a cafe out in the hills.
You’ll find them just off Great Eastern Highway sitting pretty in the rural landscape with a retro interior, quirky mismatched furnishings, assorted knick-knacks, comfy corners, and a charming garden area perfect for socialising.
The menu has a whole lot of coffee, lattes, dietary-friendly choices, and country cakes to choose from, plus puppers are welcome in the outdoor area.
- Location: 16 Craig St, Mundaring
- Price: $$$
- Options: Dine-in, takeaway
- Website: cafemojomundaring.com.au
2. Jack & Jill
A visit to Kalamunda could be on the cards, if not for the scenery then for this cracking little joint.
The food here is seriously impressive, with twists on all your favourite brunch classics and some of their own fresh creations in generous serves. They also have enormous fried chicken burgers worth tackling if you’re extra hungry.
- Location: 18 Haynes St, Kalamunda
- Price: $$$
- Options: Dine-in, takeaway
- Website: facebook.com/Jackandjillkalamunda
3. Little Nook Cafe
Little Nook Cafe is a favourite stop out in the relaxing scenery of Darlington.
Get your hands on a menu of items like house granola, pancake stacks, eggs benedict, nourish bowls, and breaky wraps, then set up on the outside balcony among the trees and enjoy breakfast with a view.
- Location: 2 Montrose Ave, Darlington
- Price: $$$
- Options: Dine-in, takeaway
- Website: facebook.com/littlenook.darlington
4. Gracies Cafe
The friendly service with a smile is one of the many reasons people heading through Forrestfield enjoy a stop in at Gracies.
It’s a mere thirty-ish minutes outside the city, and makes for a delightful food and coffee stop on the way out to a day of exploring in the hills.
- Location: 45 Berkshire Rd, Forrestfield
- Price: $$$
- Options: Dine-in, takeaway
- Website: facebook.com/graciescafe45
5. Mason & Bird
Dog friendly, creamy coffee, brekkie dishes aplenty, and a neat selection of burgers and sandwiches – what’s not to like about a stop in at Mason & Bird?
We’d suggest going for the sebastians speck and egg burger or mixed mushrooms and bacon with poached eggs and hazelnuts.
- Location: 7 Williams St, Kalamunda
- Price: $$$
- Options: Dine-in, takeaway
- Website: masonandbird.com.au
6. Elevated Grounds Coffeehouse
If you’re leaving the city behind and heading out to the hills for some family fun, Elevated Grounds Coffeehouse is the place you’ll want to be with hungry kiddos.
There are plenty of kid-friendly menu options and play space for them to roam, along with quality brews and well-priced meals to fill up on.
- Location: 22 Haynes St, Kalamunda
- Price: $$$
- Options: Dine-in, takeaway
- Website: facebook.com/ElevatedGroundsCoffeehouse
7. The Packing Shed
You can find The Packing Shed on the beautiful grounds of Lawnbrook Estate out in Bickley Valley.
Their coffee is sourced from local beans at Bolt Coffee Roasters, and their lunch menu features a variety of light, country style meals that can be enjoyed with a picnic blanket in the sun or inside by the wood heater in the cooler months.
- Location: 19 Loaring Rd, Bickley
- Price: $$$
- Options: Dine-in, takeaway
- Website: thepackingshed.com.au
8. Hidden Specialty Coffee
Although this coffee haunt isn’t necessarily deep in the hills, it’s the perfect stop off on the way out for a caffeine hit.
Alongside the decent cuppa, they also have a pretty solid brekky menu to get your morning fix.
- Location: 21 Page Rd, Kelmscott
- Price: $$$
- Options: Dine-in, takeaway
- Website: facebook.com/hiddenspecialtycoffee
9. King & Spoon
If you’re going to check out the striking scenery of Lesmurdie Falls then brunch at King & Spoon after a hike should be on your itinerary for the day.
They’re a home-style cafe that does breakfast, lunch, coffee, and cakes, with menu items like mushroom and feta bruschetta, eggs benedict, and homemade burgers.
- Location: 19/35 Sanderson Rd, Lesmurdie
- Price: $$$
- Options: Dine-in, takeaway
- Website: facebook.com/kingandspoon
Feature Image: @jackandjillkalamunda
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