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20/10/2026
Award-winning dining, two years running 🔥
Fresh from being named Best Metropolitan Restaurant for the second year in a row, there’s never been a better time to discover KARLA.
Modern Asian flavours meet fire and coals, with bold spice, native Australian ingredients and share-style dishes brought to life by our multi-award-winning team.
Come see what all the fuss is about. Reservations available seven days.
14/10/2026
Planning Melbourne Cup with a group? Swipe to find your space 🥂
Keep things intimate in our Private Dining Room for up to 16 guests, or bring the whole group together around our Long Tables for up to 32.
Your all-inclusive Cup Day experience includes a premium modern Asian banquet, four hours of free-flowing beverages + self-pour cocktail tea-towers, alongside sweepstakes, best-dressed prizes and the race live on the massive 7m Stories Amphitheatre screen.
KARLA Melbourne Cup Banquet | $189pp
From team celebrations and client lunches to a long afternoon with friends, our group spaces are limited.
Enquire with our team: [email protected]
13/10/2026
Two more reasons to celebrate at KARLA 🏆🏆
An incredibly proud night for our team at the 2026 Australian Hotels Association (WA) Awards for Excellence, coming home with two major accolades:
🏆 Restaurant Award – Metropolitan | KARLA
🏆 Restaurant Manager Award | Stevie
To be crowned Best Metropolitan Restaurant for the second year running is an achievement we’re immensely proud of - made even more special by seeing our very own Stevie recognised for the passion and leadership he brings to KARLA every day.
From the kitchen to the floor and everyone behind the scenes, this recognition reflects the commitment that goes into every service. Congratulations Stevie and Team KARLA... what a night! 🏆
Make sure to experience our two-time award-winning restaurant for yourself by reserving your table at stories.au/karla/
11/10/2026
VIETNAMESE MEI FUN NOODLE SALAD, shallots, chilli peanut, cucumber, yuzu + truffle nuoc cham.
A fresh take on Vietnamese flavours... pull generously 🔥🥢
05/10/2026
MELBOURNE CUP AT KARLA 🔥🏇
Join us this Tuesday 3 November from 11am for a Cup Day where fiery flavours meet the thrill of the race!
Guests will enjoy an all-inclusive dining experience, including:
🥂 Premium Banquet Menu
🥂 Four-hour beverage package with self-pour cocktail tea-towers
🥂 KARLA sweepstakes
🥂 Live screening of the race action in the amphitheatre on the Stories 7m Screen
🥂 Prizes for the most fashionable ladies and gents
KARLA Melbourne Cup Banquet | $189pp
Festivities run from 11am until 3pm - you’ll then enjoy FREE entry to the exclusive Melbourne Cup after-party on Stories Rooftop!
Whether you’re returning for another year or joining us for the first time, we recommend securing your table early.
Reserve yours via https://sevn.ly/xhfjZS3Y
23/09/2026
Freo in the Grand Final, a Public Holiday Monday and the C*D set to be buzzing all weekend 🔥
Make a long lunch or dinner at KARLA part of the occasion. We’re open across the long weekend - including dinner service on Monday - with our full menu of Australian produce, Asian flavours and fire-led cooking.
Or settle in for Bottomless Yum Cha - eight share-style dishes cooked over coals and kissed by flame, with two hours of free-flowing cocktail tea-towers + w**e.
Make the most of the extra day and reserve your table via stories.au/karla
17/09/2026
YUM CHA, WITH BOTTOMLESS TEA-TOWERS 🫖🍋
Our take on traditional tea service pairs Asian-inspired teas with fresh fruit, florals and a little bit of booze... Think Peshawar Passion with peppermint tea and passionfruit, Chengdu-Cucumber with green tea and cucumber, Lemongrass Whisper with lychee and ginger tea, and Berry + Black with black tea and fresh berries.
Enjoy alongside eight share-style Asian dishes cooked over coals and kissed by flame, with bottomless cocktail tea-towers + w**e flowing for two hours.
Boozy $89pp | Boozeless $65pp
Book your table at stories.au/yumcha
10/09/2026
UBE BAKED CUSTARD CAKE, apple crumble, crème anglaise, black sesame gelato.
Drawing on familiar Asian dessert flavours of ube and black sesame, this unique combination was designed especially to round out a meal at KARLA.
Book your table with us at stories.au/karla 🔥
07/09/2026
STEAMED PORK + PRAWN DUMPLING, black vinegar and hell fire chilli oil 🔥
Almost too good to share.
02/09/2026
We’ve opened a limited number of à la carte lunch sittings for Father’s Day this Sunday 🔥🥢
Join us from 11.30am and let Dad pick his favourites from our flame-kissed à la carte menu. Or, if you’d rather let us do the choosing, settle in for our specially curated Father’s Day Feast for $89pp; swipe to take a look at what’s on the menu.
Tables are filling fast, with reservations essential - secure yours via stories.au/karla/
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Address
376-420 Wellington Street
Perth, WA
6000
Public Transport:
- From Perth Train Station, walk south on Wellington Street for about 10 minutes.
- Alternatively, take any bus heading towards Wellington Street and get off at the closest stop.
Driving/Parking:
- If driving, head towards Wellington Street in Perth CBD.
- There are various parking lots and street parking available along Wellington Street or nearby streets. Be mindful of parking restrictions and fees.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
5:30pm - 10:30pm |
| Tuesday |
5:30pm - 10:30pm |
| Wednesday |
11:45am - 10:30pm |
| Thursday |
11:45am - 10:30pm |
| Friday |
11:45am - 11pm |
| Saturday |
11am - 11pm |
| Sunday |
11am - 10:30pm |
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What people say
Located on Wellington Street in Perth, KARLA is a culinary gem that offers a unique dining experience like no other. Specializing in modern Asian cuisine cooked over flames and coals, this restaurant truly knows how to tantalize your taste buds.
One of the standout features of KARLA is its breathtaking view, setting the stage for an unforgettable meal. Whether you're looking for a cozy spot to enjoy a romantic dinner or simply want to treat yourself to exquisite flavors, KARLA delivers on all fronts.
The menu at KARLA is a fusion of fiery Southeast Asian flavors with native Australian ingredients, resulting in dishes that are both innovative and delicious. From the Barramundi and Prawn Tsukune with lemongrass and yuzu kosho mayo to the Char-Grilled Edamame with garlic chili oil and sea salt, each dish showcases the perfect balance of flavors and textures.
But it's not just about the food at KARLA - their signature cocktail list is equally impressive. Featuring Asian-inspired spices like gochujang, coconut, hibiscus, and banana, these cocktails are a true delight for the senses. With each sip, you'll discover a new dimension of flavor that perfectly complements the culinary creations on offer.
Whether you're a food enthusiast looking to explore new tastes or simply seeking a memorable dining experience, KARLA is the place to be. So why not indulge in an evening of culinary delights and impeccable service at this hidden gem on Wellington Street? Your taste buds will thank you for it.
