Welcome to Stories

WELCOME TO STORIES!

Nestled between the busy Perth CBD and vibrant Northbridge, Stories showcases an array of diverse offerings across five spacious storeys… nine bars, three restaurants, a speakeasy and rooftop bar, private dining space and the city’s biggest beer garden.

Set to redefine the city’s hospitality scene, Stories fosters the long-awaited link between the CBD and Northbridge – inviting revellers to embark on a journey through five levels of culinary and social discovery, where innovation intertwines seamlessly with hospitality.

Stories is an immersive experience like no other. From live music to hidden bars, delectable dining to dancing under the stars, colourful cocktails to bright neons – and everything in-between. Every visit presents an exciting adventure, a multitude of moments, a captivating new chapter… Get ready to create your own story.

alba is Stories’ signature modern Italian offering, named after a small town in Northern Italy’s Piedmont wine region, known for its white truffles. alba boasts a bright, light atmosphere, blending premium textural materials and décor for a contemporary aesthetic, across unique indoor and alfresco dining experiences. The open-plan kitchen, led by Head Chef Adam Szymankiewicz, presents diners with sophisticated Italian dishes, showcasing the homely feeling so typically synonymous with Italian culture.

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Stories’ restaurant with a view, KARLA, draws inspiration from the Noongar word for ‘fire’, creating a culinary haven, where modern Asian cuisine cooked over flames and coals takes centre stage.

Headed up by Thai-born Head Chef, Ben Pienprasop – KARLA’s culinary team use only the freshest, locally sourced produce and native Australian ingredients, cooked to perfection over Asian charcoal grills and wood-fired ovens, adding a rich, charred essence to freshly crafted creations.

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Our Ugly Baby is bright, delicious and FUN! Bursting with share-friendly plates, vibrant cocktails and a dining experience unparalleled to anything else in Perth, Ugly Baby is divided across two ‘grammable levels: dedicated dining above and casual eats below.
Small plates and sharing are this Baby’s jam, crammed full of flavoursome and colourful Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavours – expertly crafted by Perth-raised Head Chef, Michael Antonievich and his team. And yes, this Baby is Halal-certified.

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Stories Pourhouse features an impressive lineup of 20 taps along a 15m bar and a glass keg room, providing an exclusive view into the workings of an inner-city pub.

With an industrial vibe, giant murals, and stage space showcasing live music performances by DJs and local bands every Thursday, Friday + Saturday night, it exudes an inner-city brew-hall ambiance with an edge.

Psst! Stories Pourhouse is also home to a certain secret bar…

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Nestled comfortably between the city and Northbridge, Stories Front Yard boasts the CBD’s largest beer garden.
Embracing natural Australiana, it offers a family-friendly atmosphere with a playground, alfresco bar, sports screens and chilled playlist. A haven for families and furry friends in the daytime, transforming to a lively hotspot for groups of revellers after dark.
Stories Front Yard is your new meet-up spot.

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Stories Rooftop is a unique inner-city sanctuary showcasing a vibrant atmosphere, stunning views, and an aesthetic inspired by WA’s bright, bold coastline. Enjoy juicy cocktails and delicious bites until 2am on the weekends, while live DJs spin tunes too tempting not to move to.

With unique spaces, bright neons and breathtaking views stretching all the way from Elizabeth Quay to the bright lights of Northbridge, Stories Rooftop is the perfect destination for elevating your evening.

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Hidden within the depths of Stories Pourhouse, you’ll find the clandestine speakeasy, Fat Controller. A nod to the neighbouring Perth central train station, this secret bar offers a unique cocktail range with classics shaken, stirred and built to your taste. Fat Controller’s showstopper feature is the front train carriage and associated décor, transporting guests into a bygone era… with an air of exclusivity and word-of-mouth charm, this hidden gem adds an element of intrigue and sophistication to the Stories experience.

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Located at the front of the Stories precinct, you’ll discover ground. – a cheeky hole-in-the-wall takeaway coffee window offering an array of delights, including coffee, hot and cold beverages, as well as delectable house-made pastries and posh toasties.
ground. is the perfect spot for commuters, tourists and city-workers alike to grab a quick caffeine fix, pick-me-up or snack while on the go.

Because who doesn’t love coffee?

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