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LE VIVANT

489 Beaufort St, Highgate WA 6003, Australia

Recommended by 68 people

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489 Beaufort St, Highgate WA 6003, Australia

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+61 8 6147 0681
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM Friday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM Saturday: 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM Sunday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About LE VIVANT

Highgate gets its own candlelit European wine lounge in LE VIVANT, pairing playful French bistronomie with vinyl records. Tables linger without turnover pressure—pure bistronomie charm. Beaufort Street regulars point straight to the 18-hour slow-cooked baby goat shoulder, pulling apart over spiced pilaf rice alongside rich French onion soup and chicken liver pâté. Bottles poured by knowledgeable staff flow smoothly, while the in-house DJ drops classic LPs right into the evening.

  • Feasting French Fare: Eighteen-hour slow-cooked baby goat shoulder served to share over spiced pilaf rice, alongside house pâté and French onion soup.
  • Vinyl Soundtrack: Candlelit European lounge setting where weekend dinner service is backed by retro vinyl LPs on the turntables.
  • Unhurried Hospitality: A relaxed European dining pace that lets guests settle in over wine without strict 90-minute table turnover limits.
  • Private Gatherings: Flexible second-room and courtyard spaces suited for customized group celebrations and casual parties.
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Why Dine at LE VIVANT

Discover why diners choose LE VIVANT for slow-cooked feasts, relaxed evenings, and curated vinyl soundscapes.

  • Slow-Cooked Goat Shoulder Made to Share

    A signature 18-hour slow-cooked baby goat shoulder is served on seasoned pilaf rice with minted yoghurt and rich house jus, purposefully portioned to generously feed tables of friends and family.

    The baby goat shoulder pulled apart and melted in your mouth, along side the pilaf rice and gravy + mint yoghurt and it sever 4 people for $110.

    Todd Martin

  • Tailored Private Dining & Celebrations

    Private event packages feature tailored menus, considerate timing parameters, and dedicated upstairs or courtyard rooms organized directly with hands-on owner coordination.

    He tailored our entire menu to my taste and process point preferences and factored in dietary needs & timing parameters for guests too.

    Sarah McKerracher

  • Unhurried European Hospitality

    Guests are invited to settle in and savour food, wine, and conversation across hours without rigid sitting windows or table turnovers.

    The focus was on enjoying the entire experience, allowing us to savour not only the food and wine but also each other’s company. It was a refreshing reminder of what genuine hospitality feels like.

    Darren Thompson

  • Intimate Candlelit Dining

    Warm candlelit tables, intimate room layouts, and thoughtful wine pairings create an effortless ambiance suited for anniversaries and romantic evenings.

    If you like candlelit tables, modern playful French vibes, and a whole lot of sumptuous food, this is the place that will make you sing La Vie En Rose!

    EN Forster

  • Weekend Retro Vinyl Sessions

    Resident DJs spin curated retro vinyl LPs on weekend evenings, setting a textured musical backdrop calibrated to encourage easy dining room conversation.

    Graham spins an array of nostalgic vinyl on Friday and Saturday evening and they post regular events on their socials.

    Gemma Frances

  • Sophisticated European Lounge Vibe

    Continental dishes, European-focused wine lists, and personal owner presence evoke the relaxed warmth of a classic continental lounge.

    LE VIVANT has an incredible lounge feeling with amazing tunes-it honestly feels like you've been transported straight to Europe.

    Apriry Ly

Signature mains and house specialties loved by regulars

  • Baby goat shoulder

    Baby goat shoulder is a must and absolutely delicious

    Mischa Ritschny

  • Chicken liver pate

    Standout dishes were the house marinated octopus, the chicken liver paté, and the absolutely outstanding carpaccio.

    SueLin K

  • Beef fillet carpaccio

    🐮 Beef fillet carpaccio, pistachios, baby capers, EVO

    Mel and Elwyn

  • Coq au vin

    We also ordered the "coq au vin" - free range chicken on the bone with mushroom bacon in wine and stock sauce, resting on a bed of mash potatoes for our 2nd main.

    Elvis D'silva

Other favorites

Entrees, sides, and sweet finishes to complement your table

  • French onion soup

    For entrees, we had the French onion soup and sardine dish, which were both incredibly flavoursome too!

    Elvis D'silva

  • Oysters

    We had the oysters, beef tarte and the beef cheek, which were all incredibly made and portioned.

    Lilly Randall

  • House made baguettes

    The pate' was amazing, the hot honeyed brie was divine and the house made baguettes that went with them were superb.

    Todd Martin

  • Creme brulee

    🍮 Creme brulee @friendsofleviv is the perfect place to catch up with a friend, date night or celebrate a special occasion over good wine and delicious food

    Mel and Elwyn

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful gestures and hospitable details that elevate your dining experience

  • Anniversary Ice Cream Surprise

    Knowing it was a couple's anniversary, Andrew and Graham personally picked up Messina ice creams outside to present as a thank-you treat.

  • Live Vinyl Sessions at Conversation Volume

    Graham spins nostalgic retro vinyl LPs on Friday and Saturday evenings at a volume calibrated so guests can converse easily while enjoying the tunes.

  • Owner-Led Wine Guidance and Table Visits

    Andrew spends unhurried time at individual tables discussing bespoke wine pairings, personalising function menus, and sharing food recommendations.

  • No-Rush Courtyard and Table Lingering

    Guests are encouraged to linger over wine in the courtyard or dining rooms long after finishing meals, without enforced turnover times.

Before you head over

Practical dining advice for planning your visit to LE VIVANT

  • Catch Live Vinyl on Weekends

    Visit on Friday or Saturday evening if you want to experience the resident DJ spinning retro vinyl LPs while you dine.

  • Order the Goat Shoulder to Share

    Bring a group of four or come hungry for the 18-hour slow-cooked baby goat shoulder, served over seasoned pilaf rice with mint yoghurt and jus.

  • Plan for an Unhurried Evening

    The restaurant embraces European-style hospitality with no strict turnover rush, making it ideal for lingering over wine in the courtyard or lounge.

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