Restaurant Amuse in East Perth
by Darren Glass

I had heard good things about this new restaurant from friends so my expectations were high. Restaurant Amuse met all my expectations.

I went with my wife and we enjoyed a unique fine dining experience. Don’t be fooled by the exterior, once inside you are taken back by the warm and intimate ambience. I wouldn’t take large groups of people; it’s quite sultry and romantic.

The service was impeccable and the food was out of this world. For $75 you get a 5-course meal. Each dish was the perfect size, leaving just enough room for the one that followed.

The first course is one that I won’t forget. It was a Japanese citrus fruit and orange tonic. It definitely got my taste buds going! My entrée of prawn, popcorn, chorizo and grilled watermelon seemed like a strange combination but the flavours blended beautifully. It was delicious! My wife Alicia loved her main; she chose the Amelia Park lamb rump which was cooked to perfection.

If you love your desserts then you won’t be disappointed. The fourth and fifth courses (yes….they are both desserts!) are truly amazing. I won’t ruin it for you.

The maitre de is happy to recommend a glass of wine to go with each course. Our favourites were the Seresin Sav Blanc and the Mills Reef Reserve 2004 Cab Merlot. Both are New Zealand wines.

This is definitely an experience not to be missed. It has jumped to the top of our favourites list. We can’t wait until our next visit.

Restaurant Amusé in East Perth

Darren Glass