Foxtrot Unicorn

Descend through a discreet sliding glass door in the heart of Perth’s financial district, and you’ll find Foxtrot Unicorn — a basement cocktail bar built into what was once a bank vault dating from 1887. The walls themselves seem to carry stories: this space used to house the Western Australian Club and later banking operations. Inside, the aesthetic is rustic, warm, and curated: jarrah wood, salvaged vintage fixtures, plush seating, curiosities, and winks to Western Australian design heritage. The approach is “a haven for lovers of great booze” — whether you come for the serious cocktail nerdery, local spirits, or just a good drink in an atmospheric space. Foxtrot Unicorn’s bar program blends the classic and the experimental. They use local and native botanicals, lean into whiskey and brown spirits, and offer rotating signature and vintage cocktails (such as a popcorn-inflected riff on a Paloma) alongside more familiar formats. The menu even highlights “molten-cheese jaffles” (think grilled cheese sandwiches) as the bar’s playful, comforting food side to accompany drinks. Though it feels tucked away, Foxtrot Unicorn is meant to be inviting. The team is run by award-winning local bartenders who aim for both accessibility and sophistication. Atmosphere is intimate rather than showy — dim lighting, eclectic décor, soft hum of conversation, and the occasional music backdrop. It’s a place to linger: for post-work solitude, lively evenings, or gatherings of cocktail enthusiasts. Because it's in a basement vault and behind a low-key entrance, discovering it feels like unlocking a secret. The name hints at whimsy; the execution feels grounded, polished, and deeply local.