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Fresh, alfresco and Fremantle; this is modern cafe dining with old fashioned charm.

Editorial


So very Freo it's a wonder they haven't been heritage listed, X-Wray Cafe in Essex Street is the latest incarnation of the old Wray Cafe. While the move from its iconic location in Wray Avenue caused some angst for the locals, it's a change that has paid off for owner Greg Leaver and the enthusiastic foodies of Fremantle. Chef Tanya Costelloe has retained the emphasis on fresh, local, organic produce while the new premises is larger, brighter and provides greatly improved seating for loyal fans and new devotees alike.

Breakfasts here are definitely a cut above the average fry-up. Start your day with pears poached in ginger beer and cinnamon with ricotta on sultana toast, or if you're after something a little more substantial try the grilled polenta with sauteed English spinach, field mushrooms, cherry tomatoes and camembert. The lunch menu is nicely balanced between vegetarian and meat dishes and the cafe has taken the standard BLT and made it their own with the addition of avocado, caramelised onion and homemade mayonnaise on organic bread. With the Luna Cinema opposite, and plans to open for Friday and Saturday tapas dinners in the near future, this is fast becoming the place to go for a meal and a movie.

Jo-Ann Whalley, January 2006

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Sabian Wilde
March 14, 2008


As a devotee of the original Wray Cafe, I'd have to say I'm also a huge fan of the X-Wray. The staff are pleasant and helpful, the food is also wonderful - the pancake stack for breakfast is always a great sat-sun morning treat!

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Nicola
May 20, 2008


You've got to try the scrambled eggs with fetta and basil... it's divine! Ask for your latte in a mug... a cup is never enough.

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Rebecca
September 17, 2008


Definitely the best coffee in Perth! Such a nice down to earth atmosphere and friendly staff!

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Rachel
September 30, 2008


Best coffee in Freo.

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Blake
April 29, 2010


Coffee was medioca.. (under extracted). 'gourmet' beef burger.. think they forgot to season it..

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Bev
June 20, 2010


Salmon was nicest I have ever enjoyed, with delicious crisp crust. Service very friendly.Atmosphere relaxing and casual, could have skipped our movie but had pre-purchased tics.

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Shezak
January 17, 2011


Great place with entertainment all of the time. I have taken friends from far away here and eveyone has loved it.

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