Heading to the pub with kids in tow is so much easier when there’s a great Playground attached. Perth is absolutely spoilt for choice with venues where you can relax over a drink or meal while the kids burn energy in a safe, dedicated play space.
That is why we have put together a list of our hottest picks for the best kid-friendly pubs with playgrounds in Perth, Western Australia!
The Best Kid Friendly Pubs with Playgrounds, Perth
Bailey Brewing Co.
Henley Brook
This spot in Henley Brook is undoubtedly the very best spot to visit in Perth. While there are a lot of great breweries and pubs in Perth, they don’t even come close to this one. You can easily enjoy an amazing afternoon relaxing in the great, chilled-out atmosphere while the kids enjoy all that the nature-based playground has to offer. They have some pretty cool vintage trucks on-site that the kids can play in too! It is really one of the best pub playgrounds in all of Perth.
Make sure you visit Bailey Brewing Co. next time you’re in the Henley Brook area. The kids will be entertained for hours while you enjoy your meal.
Read our review of Bailey Brewing Co
Percy’s Playground
Guildford
Percy’s Playground at The Stirling Arms in Guildford is a dedicated family zone that feels more like a mini kids’ hub than a typical pub beer garden. The fully fenced space centres around a large wooden fort‑style Playground with slide, balancing logs, boulders and a sweet nature play feel, plus a separate sandpit “Finn’s Corner” packed with buckets and spades, and a soft‑play area with ball pit and toys for toddlers. Shaded picnic tables ring the play area, there are loads of highchairs and pram space, and ordering is easy via QR codes on the tables or the onsite bar. Parents will appreciate the well‑above‑average pub food and the thoughtful toilets, with a kids’ sized loo, step at the basin and baby change facilities.
Read our review of Percy’s Playground at The Stirling Arms.
Carrington’s Bar & Grill
Hamilton Hill
Carrington’s Bar & Grill in Hamilton Hill has undergone a serious glow-up, with its former loading dock transformed into a sprawling, family‑friendly beer garden that’s perfect for long, lazy afternoons. The hero for kids is the bright, modern, fully fenced Playground, set on non‑sand soft fall and spread over multiple levels with slides, climbing obstacles and plenty of nooks to explore – all shaded by sails so they can play comfortably while you relax. Parents can pull up a table right by the play area, settle in under the fairy lights in front of the huge 4.5‑metre LED screen to catch the game, or choose a quieter spot along the verandah. Inside still has those classic pub vibes with a pool table and TAB, while the menu delivers crowd‑pleasers for all ages, from award‑winning steak sandwiches and generous burgers to a solid kids’ line‑up of pasta, fish and chips, nuggets and more. With its welcoming feel and clever layout that keeps kids close but entertained, it’s the kind of local you’ll be happy to have on regular rotation.
Read the Buggybuddys review of Carrington’s Bar & Grill
The Bayswater Hotel
Bayswater
Bayswater Hotel in Bayswater – known to locals as “The Baysie” – has undergone a huge $7 million transformation and is now a brilliant spot for families looking for a feed and a play. The hero for kids is the custom-built Playground, featuring a massive 10‑metre slide and plenty of space to climb, explore and burn off energy, while parents can relax nearby in the beautifully landscaped beer garden. The family‑friendly focus continues on the menu, with great‑value kids’ meals and all the favourites like nuggets, fish and chips, pizza, bolognese and cheeseburgers, plus standout options from the main menu like ribs and wood‑fired pizzas. With cosy corners, a big outdoor screen for the game, and plenty to keep the kids busy, it’s an easy choice for a relaxed family lunch or dinner.
Read our review of Bayswater Hotel, Bayswater.
Roar Bar & Grill
Bibra Lake
Roar Bar & Grill in Bibra Lake is a dream spot for families, pairing seriously good coffee and hearty pub-style meals with some of Perth’s best kids’ play spaces. Outside, a huge wooden adventure fort, climbing wall, rope features, barrel tunnel, undercroft hideouts, mud kitchen, vintage truck and big jumping pillow give kids of all ages hours of entertainment, while parents can relax at nearby tables within the fully fenced, shaded dining area. The addition of Lenny’s Lane – a mini pretend-play town complete with Hospital, Police and Fire Station, Diner, Hair Salon, house and builders’ workshop – takes the imaginative play to another level, especially once the fairy lights come on in the evening. With friendly staff, a solid kids’ menu, generous portions and even fire pits with s’mores packs on cooler nights, it’s the kind of place families quickly add to their regular rotation.
Read our review of Roar Bar & Grill, Bibra Lake.
The Boab Tavern
High Wycombe
The Boab Tavern in High Wycombe is a relaxed, family-friendly local that’s especially handy if you’re heading to or from the airport and want an easy meal with the kids. The spacious bistro has plenty of room for prams and highchairs, and a big, varied menu that covers classic pub favourites, gluten-free options and hearty specials like slow-cooked beef cheeks and crispy pork belly. Families are particularly well looked after, with a larger-than-average kids’ menu (including fun picks like kids’ parmi), chips on the side and even a tub of vanilla ice cream included with every children’s meal. The fully enclosed, undercover Playground – a soft-fall fort with slides, climbing elements, a little “shopfront” and wall games like jigsaws and connect 4 – sits in view of the dining area so grown-ups can actually finish a meal while the kids play. Visit on a Sunday and you’ll also find free kids’ entertainment such as face painting and colouring-in, making it an easy choice for casual family catch-ups.
Read our review of The Boab Tavern, High Wycombe.
The Bentley
South Perth
The Bentley Hotel in Perth’s south has had a major glow-up, transforming into a fresh, modern spot that works brilliantly for families. Along Albany Highway, you’ll find a buzzy Sports Bar, welcoming Bistro and spacious Beer Garden, with Sundays dedicated to “Family Funday” – think classic Sunday roast vibes plus free face painting for the kids. Ordering is a breeze via QR code, and while it can get busy, staff go the extra mile with things like highchairs with harnesses and complimentary drinks if there’s a longer wait. Little diners are well catered for with a fun kids’ menu where every meal comes with a “frog in a pond” dessert, while the brand new outdoor Playground (with xylophone, climbing structure, slide, play café and blocks) keeps toddlers and bigger kids happily occupied – just pack hats, sunscreen and shoes as it’s unshaded and can heat up. With friendly service, themed daily events and plenty of space for prams and families, it’s an easy pick for a relaxed meal out.
Read our review of The Bentley.
Parkerville Tavern
Parkerville
If you love the idea of a proper hills pub with room for kids to explore, the Parkerville Tavern is a winner. The heritage‑listed “Parky” sits in a wooded valley with a big beer garden and a fantastic Playground that features a replica tractor, cubby, swings and old boats to climb on. There are often resident animals such as emus or sheep in the grounds, which adds to the country‑day‑out feel. Parents can relax under the trees with a pint and a hearty pub meal while kids dart between the play equipment and nearby grass. Being close to walking and cycling trails, it’s also a great spot to finish a family hike or ride.
Read our review of The Parkerville Tavern
The Morris
Innaloo
The Morris in Innaloo (formerly The Saint) has been reimagined as a stylish yet genuinely family‑friendly local, with a standout outdoor Playground anchoring the terrace area. The impressive wooden play structure features a climbing tower with multiple access points, cubby, slides, climbing ropes, balance beam and soft artificial turf underfoot, all shaded by sails so kids can comfortably play while parents relax nearby. Inside, the food offering feels a cut above standard pub fare – think pizzas with a bit of flair, share plates and well‑executed classics – and the kids’ menu is excellent value, with favourites like nuggets, fish and chips or mac and cheese served alongside salad, boiled eggs, cheese, sultanas, juice and a fun ‘frog in a pond’, plus activity packs to keep little hands busy. With multiple zones including the Hall, Terrace and Front Bar, and a strong focus on WA produce, it’s an easy pick for long family lunches or early dinners.
Read our review of The Morris, Innaloo.
Victoria Park Hotel
Victoria Park
Right in the heart of Vic Park, the Victoria Park Hotel is a suburban staple that’s been cleverly reimagined for families. Out the back, “The Park” beer garden offers a large, laid‑back outdoor space with a dedicated kids’ play area on soft fall, shaded by sails and surrounded by casual seating so you can keep an eye on little ones. Inside and out, the menu covers everything from pub classics to lighter options, with a kids’ menu that’s designed to keep everyone happy. Big screens for sport, a buzzing high‑street location and family‑friendly outdoor seating make it a good option for late lunches or early dinners after errands or sport.
Read our review of the Victoria Park Hotel
Gage Roads
Fremantle
Gage Roads Freo has quickly become a go‑to for families visiting Fremantle’s waterfront. Housed in A Shed on the Walyalup Waterfront, the venue has a sprawling “backyard”‑style outdoor space where kids can climb over a vintage Land Cruiser and cray boats, duck under shade sails and generally live their best harbour‑side life. Parents can sit close by with a view over both the Playground and the port, enjoying craft beers, seafood‑leaning share plates and kid‑friendly options. The brewery runs on a walk‑in basis and can be very popular on weekends and holidays, so it pays to arrive on the earlier side if you want seats near the Playground.
The Bassendean Hotel
Bassendean
Fresh from a major restoration, The Bassendean Hotel has emerged as a standout family pub for the eastern suburbs. The heart of its kid appeal is a large, fenced outdoor Playground with a climbing tower, slide, sandpit and chalkboard area, all visible from surrounding tables in the courtyard. Inside, the pub’s 1930s character has been carefully preserved but updated with a modern sports bar and plenty of family‑friendly seating. The menu leans into generous pub meals with kids’ options and activity bits to keep little hands busy between bites. It’s an easy local choice if you’re near the Midland line or the Swan River.
Read our review of The Bassendean Hotel
Mundaring Weir Hotel
Mundaring
When visiting Mundaring, you can’t go past visiting the historic Mundaring Weir Hotel. This spot was established back in 1898 and has since begun offering spit roasts and live music on Sundays. You can take advantage of the table tennis, large kids’ playground, and basketball right behind the stage.
There are plenty of kid’s menu options with plenty of classic family favourites. This hotel offers plenty of space where you can let the kids play and enjoy a meal.
Read our review of the Mundaring Weir Hotel
King Road Brewing Co
Oldbury
King Road Brewing Co is one of the biggest “destination” family breweries south of Perth, and it’s hugely popular for good reason. The adventure Playground is massive, with a fort‑style structure, slides, a jeep and boat, and a big, shaded sandpit that keeps kids busy for hours. There’s loads of lawn, plenty of seating and regular appearances from children’s entertainers and live bands, especially over summer. Parents can work through a tasting paddle or cider while tucking into generous pub meals and weekend specials, all with the kids in full view. It’s a bit of a drive for many Perth families, but it’s the kind of place you make a half‑day trip to and leave feeling like you’ve had a little holiday.
Read our review of King Road Brewing Co
Charlie’s Paddock
Piara Waters
Charlie’s Paddock in Piara Waters is a farm‑themed, fully fenced “paddock” that combines big‑kid fun with relaxed, pub‑style dining. The sandy Playground is packed with character – a high climbing frame with cargo net, rock wall and wobbly chain bridge, a wooden truck with slide, a digger for serious sand‑moving, a concrete “Golden Pipeline” tunnel to race through and even a cheeky wobble cow that toddlers will adore. Tables and chairs line the perimeter so adults can sit comfortably with food and drinks while still keeping a close eye on the action, and ordering is simple via the outdoor kiosk or inside at the bar. With a solid kids’ menu (think bangers and mash and more) and a focus on local, farm‑to‑table produce, it’s a great option for families wanting somewhere you can easily linger while the kids play.
Read our review of Charlie’s Paddock, Piara Waters.
The Guildford Hotel
Guildford
The Guildford Hotel is a beautifully restored 1880s landmark that manages to be both a character-filled pub for grown-ups and a genuinely fun outing for kids. Families can soak up the heritage charm of exposed convict-made bricks and charred jarrah beams while choosing a spot in the main dining room, beer garden, sports bar or one of the airy verandahs. The Hall, a covered extension to the beer garden, is ideal for family catch-ups, with pool tables and Mario Kart arcade machines to keep older kids and teens occupied. Little ones are drawn to the new Geoff’s Smash Repairs–themed Playground, complete with climbing equipment and slides right by the sunny beer garden, and on Sundays the venue levels up with free kids’ entertainment like face painting, balloons and character visits. With a dedicated kids’ menu, slow-cooked smoked meats, pub classics with a twist and plenty of drinks on tap and from the Whisky Bar, it’s easy to see why families keep coming back.
Read our review of The Guildford Hotel.
Mount Helena Tavern
Mount Helena
For those exploring the Perth Hills, the historic Mount Helena Tavern is a must-visit. This charming pub features a Playground themed around a steam train, which is a huge hit with younger children. The tavern’s kid-friendly beer garden is designed so that most tables have a clear view of the play equipment, making it an ideal spot to unwind after a bushwalk or a scenic drive through the hills.
Read our review of the Mount Helena Tavern
Whether you are looking for a casual weekend lunch, a central meeting spot for friends, or a dedicated “Family Funday” with entertainment for the little ones, these Perth pubs offer the perfect balance of quality dining and play-friendly environments.With their enclosed Playgrounds, thoughtful kids’ menus, and welcoming service, these local favorites continue to prove why they are go-to destinations for families across the metropolitan area.
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Jennie McNichol is on a mission to prove there is always something fun to do in Perth. After 11 years in London working in the television industry for the BBC, Jennie moved to Perth in 2010 and founded Buggybuddys to silence the “nothing to do” crowd. Fifteen years later, it is the city’s number one guide for families, packed with daily inspiration and a huge focus on free local activities.
As a mum of two daughters, Jennie has evolved the site right alongside her own family—growing from a toddler-focused resource into a guide that supports parents through every stage, from the early years through to the teens. A passionate advocate for the WA lifestyle, Jennie loves helping families discover the best playgrounds, hidden gems, and budget-friendly days out in the most family-friendly city in the world.
