If you’re looking for an easy, low‑key outing that mixes good coffee with a splash of creativity, Kinky Lizard Café in Applecross is the perfect starting point. Tucked just a short stroll from the Canning Bridge precinct, the chain-cafe is one of those reliably great spots where the coffee is good, the service is friendly, and the pastries mysteriously disappear before you’ve even walked out the door.
Their Applecross outpost has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, perfect for those that have their dogs in tow.
The cabinet is heaving with fresh sweet and savory bites to grab and go, and their brunch menu is worth a look, if you’d like to linger longer over something more substantial.
Once you’ve got your takeaway in hand (my iced latte was excellent on a warm summer day), head towards the growing collection of vibrant murals transforming the streets around Canning Bridge. The area has become a bit of an open‑air gallery lately, thanks to striking pieces created by both local and international artists. It’s colourful, bold and an easy length for families and dog owners.
To make the wander even easier, the City of Melville has released a Murals of Canning Bridge handbook. Grab a physical copy from participating local businesses or download it from the City’s website. The trail is self‑guided and open all day, every day, so you can explore at your own pace — linger by your favourites, let the grandkids imagine about what each artwork “really means,” and soak up those lovely river views along the way.
And it’s not just empty walls of buildings that have been transformed – just take a look under Canning Bridge itself!
It’s home to one of the most unique art galleries you’ll ever see.
If you’d prefer someone else to lead the fun, guided tours run by Oh Hey WA will be available until May 2026, with sessions for all ages. So next time you’re grabbing a flat white from Kinky Lizard, don’t rush off — wander down Canning Highway, follow the art, and enjoy a little burst of creativity in the heart of Applecross.
Find Kinky Lizard at 28 Moreau Mews, Applecross.
Discover more places to dine in Perth here.
