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Woodpeckers Woodfired Restaurant And Cafe

20/3 Wexford St, Subiaco WA 6008, Australia

Recommended by 68 people

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Find Woodpeckers Woodfired Restaurant And Cafe

20/3 Wexford St, Subiaco WA 6008, Australia

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+61 8 9388 1122
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:30 – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 5:30 – 8:00 PM Thursday: 5:30 – 8:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM Sunday: 5:00 – 8:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Woodpeckers Woodfired Restaurant And Cafe

Tucked near Subi station, this lively trattoria serves up crackling blistered pizzas straight from the woodfire oven alongside fresh handmade pasta. regulars treat it as an easy midweek fallback—especially since the kitchen happily customizes pasta cuts with rich sauces like creamy truffle. Even on packed evenings, the floor staff squeeze in walk-ins with genuine warmth, pouring regional Italian reds while tables fill up with crisp diavola pies and generous bowls of gnocchi.

  • Woodfired Oven Specialties: Blistered, thin-crust bases fired with fresh toppings like diavola or gamberi alongside varied weekly arancini.
  • Custom Fresh Pasta: In-house handmade noodles with kitchen flexibility to mix and match shapes with rich sauces.
  • Walk-In Friendly Service: Spontaneous walk-in diners are consistently accommodated with warm, attentive floor hospitality even during rush hours.
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The Woodpeckers Difference

Why diners choose Woodpeckers Woodfired Restaurant And Cafe for authentic Italian meals and spontaneous gatherings

  • Authentic Woodfired Pizzas

    Pizzas are prepared in the dedicated woodfire oven, producing an authentic blistered thin crust paired with fresh toppings.

    Amazing fired wood pizza, beautifully blistered and crust was crispy.

    Clara Ng

  • Customizable Handmade Pasta

    Pastas are made fresh in-house, with the kitchen offering flexible mix-and-match noodle and sauce customizations upon request.

    asked if I could customise the pasta (mix and match pasta and sauces they have), and to my surprise, they were happily to accede to my ‘cumbersome’ request!

    Jollene Yang

  • Warm Family-Like Hospitality

    Guests feel genuinely cared for and treated like family through warm greetings and personalized floor service.

    The atmosphere made us feel like if we were all family.

    Glorelid Cabrera de Beaumont

  • Comforting Ambience

    Attentive staff and an enchanting dining room create a cozy, reassuring trattoria setting for special moments.

    The ambient setting was simply enchanting, with soft lighting casting a cozy glow and the crackling sound of the woodfire oven creating a comforting atmosphere.

    Raymond Njoku

  • Effortless Walk-In Accommodation

    Even during busy periods, front-of-house staff proactively accommodate unbooked guests arriving for dinner.

    My wife and our friend dropped in without a booking. The manager made space for us which we were very appreciate of.

    Adam Donkin

  • Welcoming Last-Minute Dining

    Last-minute diners are welcomed warmly and seated swiftly without feeling rushed or turned away.

    Came to Woodpeckers for a last minute meal & although the restaurant was extremely busy they went above and beyond to fit us in!

    Grace .Beesley

Signature woodfired pizzas and fresh handmade pasta favorites loved by diners

  • truffle ravioli

    Truffle Ravioli is a must-order! It’s their popular dish and I can see why.

    Clara Ng

  • homemade tagliatelle

    Had this lovely homemade tagliatelle with creamy truffle sauce and fresh mushrooms!

    Jollene Yang

  • diavola pizza

    I had the diavola pizza which was 10/10, a lovely woodfired base with a perfect ratio of toppings.

    Grace .Beesley

  • gnocchi

    the gnocchi was the best gnocchi i’ve ever had & the portion size was super generous.

    Grace Beesley

Other favorites

Appetizers, vegetable sides, and sweet finales to complement your Italian feast

  • garlic bread

    the garlic bread is a must to order too!!

    Anastasia Peng

  • broccolini

    Even their broccolini tastes very good here.

    Okay Lah

  • frico

    the food was divine and the service above and beyond

    Paul C

  • chocolate mousse

    Dessert recommendation: chocolate mousse -👌

    Paula Stoddard-Jones

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches and hospitable gestures that elevate dining at Woodpeckers.

  • Custom Pasta and Sauce Mix-and-Match

    When guests request custom noodle and sauce combinations not strictly on the menu, the kitchen happily accedes to mix and match homemade pasta styles with desired sauces.

  • Attentive Wine Recommendations and Solo Hospitality

    Knowledgeable floor staff and wine waiters offer curated Italian wine recommendations and comfort solo diners while they wait for their table companions.

  • Accommodating Last-Minute Walk-In Seating

    Servers and managers actively make space and fit in walk-in parties even during busy dinner services with no prior reservation.

  • Effortless Split Billing for Group Celebrations

    Floor staff readily accommodate group needs by handling split billing effortlessly during celebratory family dinners and birthday gatherings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you accept walk-ins, or is a reservation required?

While booking ahead is recommended especially for peak hours, staff routinely go out of their way to accommodate walk-in diners and find seating even when the restaurant is visibly busy.

What dishes and specialties are most recommended to order?

Diners highlight the woodfired pizzas (such as the Diavola and Gamberi), handmade pasta dishes like the truffle ravioli and gnocchi, as well as sides including the arancini and cabbage dish.

Can groups split the bill when dining together?

Yes, tables can request split billing when dining as a group, and the kitchen generously portions dishes suitable for sharing.

What are the parking options around the restaurant?

Underground parking is available nearby, though street parking availability in the surrounding Subiaco area can occasionally be tight.

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