Restaurant in Fremantle WA 6160, Australia
Anchovy Perth
Coastal-inspired seafood restaurant in Fremantle with fresh local catch and relaxed atmosphere. Outstanding fish prepared simply with Mediterranean influences.
Anchovy is a seafood-focused restaurant at Fremantle's Fishing Boat Harbour in Western Australia, positioned alongside the working harbour from which much of the daily catch on the menu is sourced. The cooking draws on Mediterranean and Middle Eastern influences while staying closely connected to the WA coastline — salt and acid are used with confidence, and the kitchen avoids heavy saucing in favour of preparations that highlight the quality of the fish. The whole grilled fish of the day, sourced from the boats moored metres from the dining room and ordered by weight, represents the kitchen's most direct expression of its philosophy. Seafood platters assembling local prawns, oysters, half-shell scallops, and cured fish are well-suited to the relaxed harbour-side setting. The Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour is one of the most characterful dining precincts in Western Australia, with the smell of salt water and the view of working trawlers providing context that no urban seafood restaurant can replicate. Anchovy's position within the harbour precinct gives it a naturally casual, sea-air setting that distinguishes it from more formal Perth venues. The wine list favours WA whites — Chenin Blanc and Vermentino from the Swan Valley, and Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay from Margaret River — that complement the salt-forward cooking style. The dining room is dressed-down, with tiled walls and an open terrace; the noise level is moderate to lively on weekend evenings. Lunch service provides the most direct connection to the fresh daily catch and a shorter, slightly more affordable version of the dinner menu. Fremantle is approximately 30 minutes from Perth CBD by car or by the Fremantle Line train, making Anchovy a practical and rewarding excursion from the city.
Signature dishes
- Whole grilled fish of the day — $58
- Seafood platter — $95
Hours: Daily 11:30 AM - late
Reservations: Recommended
Visit / Book / Contact
- Phone: +61 8 9433 3339
Location
30 Fishing Boat Harbour, Fremantle WA 6160
-32.0578, 115.7431 — View on map
Highlights
- Whole grilled fish sourced daily from Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour trawlers moored directly alongside the restaurant
- Seafood platters featuring local WA prawns, oysters, scallops, and cured fish on the harbour waterfront
- Mediterranean and Middle Eastern approach to WA seafood — salt and acid forward, with confident simple technique
- Casual relaxed atmosphere on the working Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour foreshore with trawler views
- WA-focused wine list with Chenin Blanc, Vermentino, and Margaret River whites complementing the seafood
Tips
- Lunch is more relaxed and slightly less expensive than dinner, with the same daily catch available from the harbour.
- Order the whole grilled fish of the day when available — it represents the kitchen's freshest and most direct cooking.
- Book a table on the open terrace for the full Fishing Boat Harbour atmosphere and sea breeze.
- Fremantle is easily reached from Perth by the Fremantle Line train; Fishing Boat Harbour is a 10-minute walk from Fremantle Station.
- The seafood platter for two provides an efficient way to sample the breadth of local WA seafood in one sitting.
FAQ
Where is Anchovy located in Fremantle?
Anchovy is at 30 Fishing Boat Harbour, Fremantle WA 6160 — on the waterfront harbour precinct in Fremantle's south end, among a cluster of seafood restaurants on the working harbour.
Does Anchovy serve non-seafood dishes?
Seafood is the clear focus of the menu. Some vegetable dishes and salads are typically available, but the kitchen's identity centres on WA coastal seafood with Mediterranean and Middle Eastern influence.
Is Anchovy open for lunch?
Yes. Anchovy is open daily from approximately 11:30 AM and serves both lunch and dinner. Lunch offers access to the fresh daily catch at a more relaxed pace and price point.
How does Anchovy compare to other Fremantle seafood venues?
Anchovy distinguishes itself through its Mediterranean and Middle Eastern approach to WA seafood, in contrast to the more traditional fish-and-chips format of other Fishing Boat Harbour restaurants. It is considered one of Fremantle's more food-focused dining options.
Accessibility
The Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour foreshore is largely flat and paved. Anchovy's dining room is at ground level with step-free access from the harbour walk. The open terrace dining area is accessible; contacting the restaurant directly to confirm specific accessibility requirements before visiting is recommended.
When to visit
Lunch on a clear summer day captures the Fishing Boat Harbour at its most atmospheric, with working trawlers moored alongside and a sea breeze through the open terrace. The kitchen sources fresh catch daily, making any weekday lunch a particularly good opportunity.