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Lantern On the Quay

Unit 2 & 4/1 The Esplanade, Perth WA 6000, Australia

Recommended by 45 people

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Unit 2 & 4/1 The Esplanade, Perth WA 6000, Australia

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+61 452 288 021
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM Friday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 5:30 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 5:30 – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Lantern On the Quay

Perth’s Elizabeth Quay gets an upscale Cantonese showcase where premium seafood meets uncompromising kitchen craft. Tables fill quickly for crisp Peking duck, steamed toothfish, and stir-fried noodles laced with unmistakable wok hei. The kitchen holds a strict culinary vision—plating each dish precisely as intended, right down to the crumbed wasabi oysters and black truffle fried rice. Settle into a booth inside or step out toward the esplanade breeze while live acoustic music sets the tempo alongside a pour of Taittinger.

  • Chef-Led Plating Standards: Strict adherence to culinary presentation means dishes like crumbed wasabi oysters are served exactly as designed, without sauce substitutions.
  • Banquet Dining & Live Acoustic Music: Multi-course banquets pair elevated Cantonese plates with dedicated wines and live acoustic sets on weekend evenings.
  • Elizabeth Quay Waterfront Setting: Set right along The Esplanade at Elizabeth Quay, featuring an intimate dining room and an outer balcony area.
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Key Dining Advantages

Why diners choose Lantern On the Quay for refined Cantonese dining, set banquets, and waterfront celebrations

  • Elevated Cantonese Culinary Craftsmanship

    Culinary preparations strictly adhere to the chef's culinary standards and presentation, highlighting fresh ingredients and refined Cantonese dishes.

    The food here is undoubtedly some of the best Chinese in Perth

    Fred Lau

  • Benchmark Flavours and Technique

    From delicate wasabi-infused seafood to wok-charred ribs and tofu, dishes showcase precise technique and flavour balance.

    The food was outstanding and easily some of the best I’ve eaten in Perth.

    Adam Florance

  • Banquet Dining with Live Acoustic Music

    Multi-course banquets pair elevated Cantonese courses with curated wine selections and live acoustic background entertainment.

    From the fantastic food and service to the single guy singing acoustic in the background we really enjoyed our experience

    Michelle wiggers

  • Curated Multi-Course Evenings

    Six-course set menus featuring specialties like steamed toothfish provide an unhurried, rhythmically paced dining atmosphere.

    The warm atmosphere was further enhanced by lovely live smooth music.

    Minh Tran

  • Elizabeth Quay Waterfront Setting

    Situated directly along Elizabeth Quay, the restaurant pairs upscale dining with an outdoor balcony area and water views.

    great food, great service, and a stunning waterfront setting that adds something special to your meal.

    Vijay Farley-Naiker

  • Celebrations and Milestone Gatherings

    An accessible waterfront location combined with attentive group service makes the dining room well-suited for milestones and gatherings.

    This place is a real hidden gem for Cantonese fine dining in Perth, and the location is super convenient. Perfect for special occasion!

    Ratcha Tha

Refined Cantonese specialties and wok-tossed delicacies crafted with culinary precision

  • Steamed Toothfish

    We also ordered a steamed tooth fish.

    Minh Tran

  • Peking Duck

    Recommended dishes: Peking duck, Yang Chow fried rice, Squid with garlic salt&spice

    Ratcha Tha

  • Truffle Fried Rice

    The truffle fried rice is the best we have had. Simple, full of flavour, and cooked perfectly.

    M N

  • Wasabi Prawns

    For entrées, we had the signature wasabi prawns and the fried soft-shell crab.

    Jake Sullivan

Other favorites

Complement your meal with handcrafted cocktails, dim sum starters, and signature desserts

  • Fried Ice Cream

    We finished with the fried ice cream (absolute heaven) and a bottle of Taittinger champagne, which rounded out a perfect meal.

    Adam Florance

  • Firecracker Cocktail

    They have an extensive drinks list, and I highly recommend the firecracker cocktail—it was out of this world!

    Jake Sullivan

  • Corn Soup

    The corn soup and cocktails were also very well done.

    JayJay Tatin

  • Trio of Dumplings

    Trio of dumplings (two of each) – prawn, scallop, and pork and prawn shao mai, all of which were sensational

    Phillip Cook

Beyond the menu

Attentive personal hospitality, live acoustic music, and chef-led details that elevate waterfront Cantonese dining.

  • Direct Chef Hospitality & Tailored Courses

    Owner and executive chef Sam regularly comes out to converse with guests, answer questions regarding the menu, and craft custom chef-selected courses for diners.

  • Personal Welcomes & Family Gestures

    Co-owner and lady boss Karen personally greets early arrivals and provides thoughtful complimentary surprises, such as an extra serving of crispy duck skin for children.

  • Live Acoustic Dinner Accompaniment

    Banquet and multi-course set dinner services are complemented by smooth live acoustic background performances, ranging from solo vocalists to duo bands.

  • Thoughtful Celebration Recovery

    Management actively monitors service flow during major celebratory dates, proactively offering complimentary rounds of drinks to acknowledge timing delays.

Frequently Asked Questions

How large are the portion sizes?

Portion sizes are generous, with diners noting that three to four dishes can comfortably feed four people of average appetite. Takeaway containers are readily provided for leftovers.

Can the kitchen accommodate special requests or sauce on the side?

The chef maintains a strict culinary vision regarding plating and preparation, declining requests for substitutions or sauces on the side (such as sauce served separately for crumbed dishes).

Is parking easily available near the restaurant?

Parking right by Elizabeth Quay can be tricky. Both paid street parking and paid parking lots are available nearby.

Should you book a table in advance?

Advance reservations are accepted and recommended, accommodating both regular tables and larger group dining or special banquet pre-orders.

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