Eat & Drink in Bridgetown

If you’re visiting Bridgetown, you’ll want to make sure you sample some of the delicious food and drink that the region has to offer.

Bridgetown offers a range of local produce, culinary delights, and artisanal drinks. Sample a cold cider or try local wine, enjoy and indulge in one of the many artisan products, decadent treats, and freshly baked goods at stores across the region. From traditional pub meals to cafés, bakeries, restaurants and international menus in unexpected places, you’ll find something to entice your tastebuds.

Here are some of the top places to eat, drink, and buy local produce in Bridgetown:

Barking Cow Cafe

The Barking Cow is home to great coffee, awesome breakfasts and wholesome lunches all made with local produce, plus there’s homemade bread and cakes. The perfect stop for your breakfast, morning coffee or lunch.

Black Cockatoo Distillery

Crafted on the edge of the Blackwood Forest, Black Cockatoo Distillery is inspired by a deep connection to the south-west’s unique landscape. Handcrafted in small batches by Master Distiller Pete using traditional copper still methods, each gin features carefully selected Australian botanicals that capture the distinct flavours of the region. With multiple silver and bronze medals at Australian and international competitions, these award-winning spirits are made to be savoured, whether enjoyed locally or shared across Australia.

Bridgetown Bakery (Hansens Hot Bread Shop)

Hansens is a must stop and try! Situated in the centre of the main street it is open 7 days per week from early am. Great place for breakfast or lunches and of course a great range of cakes, pastries, breads

Bridgetown Pottery Restaurant

A long-standing part of Bridgetown’s main street, this family-run venue has been welcoming locals and visitors for over 39 years. Open Fridays and Saturdays, it offers a relaxed eat and drink experience, regularly brought to life with live music, events, and private functions.

With strong community roots and extensive catering experience, it’s a go-to spot for both a casual night out and special occasions.

Bridgetown Vietnamese Cafe

Enjoy the finest Vietnamese cuisine with a balance of fresh herbs and spices in a wide range of dine in and takeaway options. Great coffee, bubble teas, sushi, rolls and fresh cakes all on sale.

Clovers General & Liquor Store

Clovers General & Liquor Store is a one stop shop specialising in local produce, wine, beers and spirits and specialty providore lines. Clovers also offer the Getaway Grazing Box, a delicious grazing box of savoury goodies and sweet treats, you can even add a bottle of local wine!

FATS

A family-owned venue in the heart of Bridgetown offering food, drinks, and a relaxed social atmosphere.
Enjoy a menu of crowd favourites including burgers, pizza, steak, pasta and more, alongside wines, beers and other beverages.
The space also features a cosy upstairs area with virtual golf, perfect for relaxed dining, long catch-ups, and social fun.

Karma Llama Records & Llama Lounge

Offers a unique dining and drinking experience in the heart of Bridgetown. Enjoy a curated selection of drinks on tap, complemented by delicious charcuterie boards and Postcode 6255 Pizza, serving up mouthwatering pizzas every Friday from 5 PM. Pair your meal with the lively sounds of local musicians, as the lounge regularly hosts live music to enhance the relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re looking for a casual bite, a drink with friends, or an evening of great food and entertainment, Karma Llama is the place to be!

Nelson’s Restaurant

Nelsons is known for its warm hospitality and rustic charm. Nelson’s a-la-carte restaurant is located inside a beautiful 125-year-old building (dating back to 1890), with a simple and rustic atmosphere and a sophisticated ambience. Nelson’s pride themselves on keeping things local, and support local producers and small businesses wherever possible, enabling them to source only the very best prime meats including beef, lamb, free range chicken and eggs, and quality dairy products. They also support local wine makers and growers by stocking a great range of premium boutique wines from region.

Secret Picnic Adventures

For something a bit different, take an interactive tour around Bridgetown! Starting at the Bridgetown-Greenbushes Visitor Centre, you will be given a picnic basket and a series of clues to guide you to each destination, where you will gather the supplies for your sumptuous and local picnic, all whilst learning about our town, its people and places. Once all the ingredients are found follow the final clue to a beautiful secret picnic spot!

Sunnyhurst Winery

An visit to any winery is a perfect way to spend a day, but when the surrounds are as pretty as at Sunnyhurst Winery, it doesn’t get much better. The 120-year-old building at the heart of Sunnyhurst is located just 5 minutes from the centre of Bridgetown and overlooks the rolling valleys of the region. The cellar door offers tasting of their award-winning wines with no appointment necessary, just walk in.  At Sunnyhurst, you can have a chat with owner and winemaker Marie-Pierre Dussault, who is always available and happy to discuss anything wine related.

Unlike many wineries, children of all ages are welcome at Sunnyhurst. As a matter of fact, they are the first ones we turn our attention to as they step in the cellar door. There is plenty to do in the gardens to keep them occupied while mum and dad enjoy a tasting in a peaceful setting. A fully-enclosed grass tennis court allows them to run freely and safely, play a touch of soccer or badminton. There is also a romantic swing under the centenary tree adorned with flowers which is a favourite with both kids and parents!

Supachook Carvery

This locally owned independent fast-food store that offers a range of BBQ, fried chicken, fish & chips and much more, all made fresh daily.

The Bridgetown Hotel

The historic Bridgetown Hotel is the perfect place to stop for a bite to eat throughout the day. The restaurant and café have a magnificent collection of freshly made cakes for a coffee break any time of the day or evening and they’re open for lunch and dinner every day. The menu features classic pub fare like burgers, steaks, and fish and chips, along with a range of vegetarian and gluten-free options. The Hotel’s large verandah overlooking the parkland is perfect for a few drinks and a great meal on a warm evening.

The Cidery & Blackwood Valley Brewing Company

The Cidery specialises in producing premium boutique ciders, multi award winning beers, quality wines and hearty lunches, all in an ideal location for relaxing with family and friends under the shady river gums in summer or in front of the roaring fire in winter.

The Cidery is home to Blackwood Valley Cider, producing all-natural ciders and juices made with freshly crushed predominantly Pink Lady apples, Blackwood Valley Brewing Company, producing handcrafted traditional living beers and Blackwood Valley Cellars, producing bottla wines from grapes grown in the Blackwood Valley Wine Region. You can take a guided tasting of the brewery and cidery drinks, or simply enjoy a refreshing pint on the outdoor deck whilst enjoying a delicious pub-style food or sharing platter.

The Freo – Bridgetown

The Freemason’s Hotel is one of the most iconic buildings in the town and has been serving guests since 1904. This family-friendly pub serves up delicious, locally sourced food at an affordable price.

The Mulberry Tree

Great food, great drinks and great service, what else could you ask for! The Mulberry Tree offers a casual cafe for breakfast, lunch and everything in between. This quaint cafe opened in 2016 and since then, has been serving up delicious treats for locals and visitors to enjoy.  

Wattleseed Barn

Wattleseed Barn is a family-run Café which offers barista-made coffees, fresh baked treats made in-house, as well as a selection of options for breakfast and lunch.  Their new deck is the perfect spot to share brunch or afternoon tea with friends, drink a coffee and read the paper, or just hang out with your pooch for some dog-friendly dining. They are open every day of the week so there’s plenty of time to stop by and have a coffee!