Lo Quay River Cafe

I went on a coffee date with my friend, the atmosphere is really amazing around the lake. Multiple outdoors and indoor seating available. Kids play ground very close, and kids friendly. Various choice of sweet and savoury in house made cakes and muffins. I loved raspberry curd gluten-free with matcha tea, absolutely delicious! Service was on time even though it was busy morning. Friendly and pleasant staffs. Recommended for family with kids or just friend catch up.

Cafe by the River. The people here are incredibly welcoming. They know you by name and remember how you like your coffee. The 'by the river' location has a magical charm, evident in the number of regulars who frequent this spot—some of them daily. Food-wise, I have yet to find a better savory muffin anywhere in Perth. While the menu is extensive, my go-to comfort foods are the soup of the day (like their mushroom soup) and the bacon-and-egg toastie (gluten-free). Neither has ever disappointed me. However, the main reason I keep coming back is the atmosphere. Most times, I visit alone, either before or after my river walks. Occasionally, I bring along a friend, a family member, or an ex-colleague. When I have overseas visitors, I make it a point to bring them here to share in the serenity of this place. The coffee and food here provide more than sustenance; they offer a unique experience. I usually place my orders on the app, as I don’t always carry my wallet. On one occasion, I spent over 15 minutes trying to place an order through the app, but it didn’t work. Luckily, I found a $20 note in my phone wallet cover and headed to the counter. To my surprise, the staff told me, “The boss wanted to pay for your coffee today.” I was deeply moved. Was it because the owner had observed me about to leave, stressed, having forgotten to bring my wallet ? Or was it simply because they had noticed I was a regular and wanted to brighten my day? I may never know the reason. But that moment encapsulates why this cafe is so beloved—the owner isn’t just running a business; they’re creating a warm, thoughtful community.

The staff are delightful and despite being very busy, they are still friendly, professional and helpful. The gluten free slices were absolutely beautiful and the lactose free hot chocolate was lovely. I love this cafe.