Besk
West Leederville, Perth
Restaurant in Perth, Australia
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
A smart Perth pick when the night is wine-led rather than menu-led. Besk is easiest to recommend for first-timers who want guidance, flexibility, and a relaxed bar rhythm; choose a restaurant-led peer if the group needs a full dinner structure. Star Wine List recognition adds a useful trust signal for drink-focused bookings.
About Besk
Besk is a Perth venue with evening hours throughout the week, noon openings from Thursday to Sunday, and a casual dress code. It also has Star Wine List recognition for 2026, a useful signal when deciding whether it fits your plans.
Frame Besk practically: plan around its opening hours, casual dress code, and wine-list recognition.
Choose it for flexible hours and a casual Perth setting
Besk is open Monday to Wednesday from 4–10 PM, Thursday from 12–10 PM, Friday and Saturday from 12 PM–12 AM, and Sunday from 12–10 PM. Those hours make it easier to consider for an evening visit, with longer windows at the end of the week.
Plan around the essentials
The strongest reasons to keep Besk on a Perth shortlist are direct: casual dress, broad weekly opening hours, and Star Wine List recognition in 2026.
Timing should be based on the published hours. Earlier in the week, Besk opens from 4 PM; from Thursday to Sunday, it opens from 12 PM; and on Friday and Saturday it runs until 12 AM.
The bottom line: consider Besk if you want a casual Perth venue with Star Wine List recognition and flexible opening hours.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 4–10 PM · Tuesday: 4–10 PM
- Location
- 264 Railway Parade, West Leederville WA 6007, Australia
- Reservations
- Book on SevenRooms
- Website
- besk.com.au
- Phone
- +61 8 6319 2290
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Besk reads as a purposeful, format-driven neighborhood address: a single site that combines a full bar, a working kitchen and a retail liquor store. That combination shapes arrival and atmosphere, producing an energy where selection and sourcing matter as much as service. Besk sits between city and suburb, close enough to draw professionals and rooted in local cadence, so the space feels intentional. The focus on provenance and a drinks programme that informs the food menu gives Besk a considered, somewhat elevated energy without suggesting overt formality.
Best For
Besk suits after-work drinks and casual group dinners, and it also works for business-focused meals where provenance and substance are priorities. The venue draws professionals from the nearby CBD and its combination of bar, kitchen and bottle shop encourages lingering and conversation. That makes it useful for small groups or colleagues who want somewhere with a strong drinks selection and a sourcing-led menu. Although the venue operates across formats, its strengths land most clearly in the evening service when the bar and kitchen are both active.
Ordering Tips
The venue emphasises ingredient sourcing and a drinks programme that informs the kitchen, so let the staff guide pairings between what’s on the menu and their bottle selection. Signature items for Besk include roasted eggplant, bang bang fried chicken and stracciatella: those dishes are natural starting points if you want a sense of the kitchen’s approach. If you’re browsing the retail liquor store on-site, ask about bottles that complement the menu’s regional sourcing; the drinks side of the operation is integral.
Venue details
Ambiance
Industrial warehouse-style space with exposed beams and bricks, lush greenery, natural light from bi-fold windows, and a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- Small plates, A la carte
- Wine Program
- Deep wine list
- Drinks Focus
- Wine, Beer
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Gluten-free options
- Private Dining
- Available
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- roasted eggplant
- bang bang fried chicken
- stracciatella
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 264 Railway Parade, West Leederville WA 6007, Australia
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 4–10 PM
- Tuesday
- 4–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 4–10 PM
- Thursday
- 12–10 PM
- Friday
- 12 PM–12 AM
- Saturday
- 12 PM–12 AM
- Sunday
- 12–10 PM
Location
264 Railway Parade, West Leederville WA 6007, Australia · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Mayfair Lane, Notable alternative
- Low Key Chow House, Notable alternative
- Kitsch Bar Asia, Notable alternative
- Monsterella Pizza, Notable alternative
- Casa, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Besk compares in Perth
Choose Besk over Mayfair Lane when the night is built around wine and a looser bar pace. Mayfair Lane is the cleaner choice for guests who want a fuller dining structure, while Besk is stronger for a first drink that can turn into a longer evening.
Casa is the closer cross-shop for a polished Perth night out, especially if the group wants the food to lead. Besk is easier to justify when the table cares more about the bottle choice, staff guidance, and a less formal room. For value, the better pick depends on what the group will actually use: Casa for a meal-led booking, Besk for a drinks-led one.
Low Key Chow House, Kitsch Bar Asia, and Monsterella Pizza make more sense when the group wants a clearer cuisine lane or a more casual feed. Besk is the better fit for guests who want wine to set the direction and do not need the booking to feel like a conventional dinner reservation.
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Compare Besk
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Besk | Perth | Star Wine Lists 2026 |
| Mayfair Lane | Perth | No published awards |
| Low Key Chow House | Leederville | No published awards |
| Kitsch Bar Asia | Leederville | No published awards |
| Monsterella Pizza | Wembley | No published awards |
| Casa | Perth | No published awards |
How Besk Perth compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Besk?
Booking lead times and table availability can vary. Besk is open 4–10 PM Monday to Wednesday, 12–10 PM Thursday, 12 PM–12 AM Friday and Saturday, and 12–10 PM Sunday.
What should a first-timer know about Besk?
Besk is in Perth, has a casual dress code, and has Star Wine List recognition for 2026.
What should I order at Besk?
Review Besk's current menu directly before deciding what to order. Its Star Wine List recognition is a reason to consider the venue. If you are comparing other venues, Casa is another option to consider.
Is Besk good for a special occasion?
It may suit some occasions, especially if you want a casual Perth venue with Star Wine List recognition in 2026. Mayfair Lane is another venue you may want to compare when planning.
Is a midday or evening visit better at Besk?
Besk opens from 12 PM Thursday to Sunday and from 4 PM Monday to Wednesday. Friday and Saturday run later, until 12 AM. Monsterella Pizza and Low Key Chow House are other options to compare.
