Best espresso in Perth, Australia
The best espresso in Perth comes from bars that recalibrate every morning and can tell you exactly what is in the hopper. This guide covers how to recognise a serious espresso program and what to order to test it. Perth is one of 144 cities with an “Espresso” guide on Roasters.
What separates the best espresso bars in Perth from the rest is the daily ritual: fresh-grind retention checked, dose weighed to the tenth of a gram, water temperature stable. The signature kit you'll see on the bar is usually a La Marzocco Linea PB or GS3, a Slayer, or a Synesso, paired with a Mahlkönig Mythos or EK43 grinder.
How this guide compares
Ranked by how many specialty cafés each city lists, Perth is #67 among the 144 cities with this guide.
Zooming out, 61 cafés put Perth at #4 in Oceania and #67 worldwide on Roasters.
With 61 cafés, Perth is 31 above the 30-café line that unlocks themed guides on Roasters.
6 other cities in Australia have the same guide.
Also on Roasters for Perth: WiFi & laptops, Brunch, Open late, Quiet cafés, Filter coffee, Cold brew and Matcha.
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About espresso in Perth
Which cities rank next to Perth for espresso?
Out of 144 cities with this guide, Glasgow (61 cafés) ranks just above and Dallas, TX (59) just below.
Is Perth the only place in Australia with this guide?
No. 6 other cities have one, led by Melbourne.
What espresso drinks should I try in Perth?
Order a straight espresso (single or double) first to taste the program. Then move to a cortado or macchiato to test the milk. Most specialty bars in Perth also pour seasonal espresso flights — three different origins side by side. The Roasters app shows which bars offer them.
Is Perth a big city for specialty coffee?
It ranks #3 in Australia and #67 worldwide on Roasters, with 61 cafés listed.
Where can I find the best espresso in Perth?
Roasters maps the specialty espresso bars in Perth the community ranks highest. Open the app, filter Perth by espresso, and save the bars worth going out of your way for.
