Crown Perth has commenced construction on a new suite of food, beverage, and entertainment offerings, marking the venue’s largest investment in nearly a decade.
The development, which includes a luxury wine bar, a beer garden, and a high-end international food hall, is expected to significantly expand the resort’s hospitality footprint.
Dubbed the ‘Urban Food District’, the new precinct will front Bolton Avenue and feature over a dozen new venues, including three bars, a lively beer garden, and a hidden speakeasy. The project is positioned to capitalize on foot traffic from nearby Optus Stadium and Crown Theatre, with late-night hours on weekends and DJ entertainment tailored to post-event crowds.
The premium food hall will offer a mix of global cuisines in a social, open setting, aimed at both locals and tourists. According to Crown Perth CEO Brian Pereira, the project is designed to enhance the guest experience while attracting a broader demographic to the resort.
“Locals and visitors will soon have more options than ever at Crown Perth to grab a delicious and quick bite to eat, meet up with friends for dinner, or have a beer before or after the footy,” Pereira said. “Crown has been attracting new experiences, renowned restaurants and entertainment to the heart of Perth for 40 years – and we’re delighted to be expanding and reimagining this vibrant dining precinct.”
A separate development is also underway at Crown Towers, where a luxury wine bar is being constructed. The venue will showcase Western Australia’s winemaking heritage with a focus on regional varietals, complemented by a curated list of internationally acclaimed wines. Strategically located between the Crown Towers and Metropol hotels, the bar is expected to serve as a pre-theatre destination and a key draw for in-house guests.
Western Australian construction firm Hoskins has been appointed to deliver the Urban Food District, with the build phase generating approximately 150 local jobs. Additional hospitality roles will be created once the venues are operational.
The project follows a wave of recent investments across Crown’s national portfolio. In Melbourne, the group recently opened the Marmont restaurant and expanded The Palms Theatre. At Crown Sydney, iconic restaurant Golden Century launched earlier this year, adding to the property’s award-winning line-up of home-grown and international dining options.
The developments in Perth are part of Crown’s broader post-acquisition revitalization strategy under its new ownership structure, which is focused on enhancing guest experiences and increasing non-gaming revenue across its properties.
