Eat The Street Walking Tours

Despite the crazy weather on Saturday, hubby and I still brave the scorching 40 degree heat and joined Jacqueline on a free walking tour around Northbridge.
Eat Street Walking Tours is owned and operated by a local couple Jacqueline and her partner, Mark. The tours started about three months ago focusing on Subiaco Art & Eats Walking Tours and Brunch on Beaufort Street. The tour is for everyone — whether you’re a local (like myself), new to town or you’re just a foodie that’s keen to check out the local food scene and see what’s new in the neighbourhood.
We met at 258 William Street, Northbridge for the 11am tour. The tour as part of the On William’s Streetside brings us behind the scenes of both old and new establishments. The tour includes some food and drink samples, with the option to purchase more (at a discounted price) if we want to.
After the brief introduction about who Eat Street Walking Tours are and which areas they serviced, we walk towards our first destination — The Brass Monkey.
We got introduced to Jeremy, the Duty Manager who gave us a tour on the Brass Monkey and talked to us about the hotel’s origin.
The Brass Monkey is a three-​storey hotel with 4 bars, a lounge, restaurant and several outdoor spaces, including a hidden outdoor courtyard that I didn’t know about!
We stopped for a short break with this Hot & Spicy Chicken Wings, one of many yummy dishes on their hot new menu! It was so delicious that many have seconds!
We went on for a bit more tour of hotel/​pub before winding down to a beer at one of the bars at the end of our tour of The Brass Monkey.
Second stop of the walking tour was a stopover at The Dominion League on 84 Beaufort Street, where the old Court Wine Bar used to be.
Owned by the same people who brought you Mechanic’s Institute, the Dominion League on the street level is a large open bar like window. The stained glass windows gave it a mystique vibe to the place.
Downstairs in the basement level was more dimly lit and has a cozy feel to it!
Like many have said, the large booths in gorgeous teal velvet were so inviting — I’ll definitely going to go back and claim one of these booths very soon!
Next up some of us got to taste a bit of whiskey — thanks to hubby for being my hand model yet again
At the end of the tour we were treated to some delicious jaffles. Some of us ordered drinks, while some chit chatting and catching up on what’s new in Perth etc.
Hubby ordered a drink from the billboard at the bar — This was the Hillbilly Bob’s Ruckus Juice with Captain Morgan spiced, lime & orgeat topped with ginger beer and ruckus.
Our final stop was at Lot Twenty; after a brief intro Jacqueline dashed off to meet another tour group for the day. We were left with complimentary servings of Dutch Fries served with Peanut Satay, Mayonnaise and Red Onion.
Hubby also ordered a cider to go with the fries. We stayed a bit to catch up on conversations with some of the tour members before we headed back to William Street to check out on the street side stalls.
«Walking Tours» is one of the things I love to do when I travelled abroad. It is an excellent way to explore the city, experience the culture and lifestyle as we delve into the history, stories and culture of the city we’re visiting. I’m glad we’d signed up for the free tour of Northbridge — It was a well worthy experience, especially at being a «tourist» for a day in my very own city, I learnt quite a bit more about my surroundings, as well as the chance of meeting new friends at the same time!
Thanks to Jacqueline for an amazing day, celebrating (and re-​discovering) Northbridge during the On William’s 2016 Street Side event.

Had a triffic tour with Jacqueline and Co. last night along the Beaufort strip. Treated to the Beaufort Street Bar Tour, we visited five joints in three hours, enjoying a drink and snack at each. All this was included in the tour price. Nothing more to pay (except a gratuity, if you feel the need, at the end. Hint: you will).
Now, I didn’t ask, but I suspect Jacqueline kinda likes the surprise element, so I won’t specify the locations. Suffice to say, a couple I had been to [some time ago], one was a complete surprise (didn’t even realise it was there) one was all sparkly and new (and happened to be my favourite) and one was an old friend. Here’s another hint: if you look at my check ins, you might get more than just a clue as to where we went. See what I did there?
I really like the concept of getting shown around a district that is neither super-​touristica nor off the beaten track by a knowledgeable local. I know a walking /​food tour is high on my list of activities when I travel. So why not also on home turf? Why not indeed. Besides, it’s a great event to enjoy when you have visitors. Jacqueline has a number of different themed tours on different days so it’s not just all about bars. Take Nana and the Maiden Aunt on the brunch tour. Take your nephew who’s just come of age on the bar tour and score cool points. Jacqueline is also working on a number of other tours in different areas, so stayed tuned for those. All locations are thriving businesses who are open to return business and confident they’ve got the goods to bring you back after the tour. Jacqueline has really put in a lot of spadework to get these businesses on board that she feels are the cream of the crop. She wants to share them with you.
Looking for a great idea for Valentine’s Day /​birthday /​hen’s night /​special occasion or to just celebrate Thursday nights? Then check out a tour with Jacqueline. You won’t be disappointed. All tours are well serviced by public transport. Bonus!

Love love loved the macaroons at our first stop rochellce adonis will be going back there asap, very impress with the amount of food you do get was surprise at how full i got an was struggling to eat it all, the five bar was so cool love the décor in there an food an beer yum, another place to go to for a evening drink with friends for sure!
Our host jacqueline was lovely shes so friendly an very good at keeping the group happy was surprise by how much interesting info she has about each place we went to! would def recommend for something to do with your friends and am looking forward to trying an evening tour out as well.