Le Rebelle, Perth: Restaurant review

Atkinson might not be the most Gallic-sounding name in le telephone book, but that hasn’t stopped Sarah and Liam Atkinson from hoisting the tricolour flag above this buzzy Art Deco fantasia. Bistro dining driven by head chef James Knubley is the name of the game, yet visitors interpret the rules in different ways. Traditionalists come to reminisce over the classics. The sparkle of a crystalline beurre noisette with grilled whiting, say, or a splash of Cognac enriching steak tartare. Others are happiest when dinner breaks with tradition – when duck frites are accompanied by rich béarnaise, or when two-bite crab brioche toasts are proposed as both entrée or dessert. Regardless of which style floats your sauce boat, there’ll be a fitting counterpart on the booze list: a far-reaching selection of wines and spirits that match the indomitable French-Aussie spirit. Career waiters bring professionalism and personality – another reason why Le Rebelle is so perennially charming.

Price Guide

$$$

Bookings

Recommended

Wheelchair Access

Opening Hours

Lunch Fri-Sat; Dinner Wed-Sat

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