Pelican
Perth
Visit during sunset for the best views from the terrace while enjoying your meal and drink.
Pelican, located at 4 Kitson St, Rottnest Island, offers a culinary experience that beautifully captures the essence of both the Mediterranean shores and the freshest Australian produce. This venue is situated within The Lodge Wadjemup, a place where guests are invited to unwind and enjoy the delights of island life.
The kitchen at Pelican focuses on a menu that is rich in vibrant, seasonal produce designed for sharing. The restaurant welcomes both hotel guests and island visitors, making it a versatile spot for anyone exploring the area. Open daily from the early hours until late in the evening, Pelican is a convenient choice at any time of day for a meal or drinks.
The atmosphere at Pelican is relaxed and conducive to leisurely dining, with options available to suit various moods and preferences. The outdoor terrace is an ideal spot for enjoying a drink while taking in the scenic views of the Rottnest salt lakes. The rear courtyard, featuring shaded pergolas, offers respite from the sun and wind, making it a perfect gathering place for groups of different sizes and configurations.
Pelican also offers special weekly dining events, providing unique combinations of food and drink that enhance the overall dining experience. These include themed menu days that align a specific dish with a complementary beverage.
This venue pays attention to both the aesthetic and social aspects of dining, encouraging long, relaxed meals shared among friends and family. The feasting menu is particularly geared toward groups, offering a curated selection of dishes from starters to desserts. Additionally, Pelican is attentive to dietary needs, ensuring all guests are catered for.
Whether one is seeking a lively spot for an evening drink or a peaceful retreat for a midday meal, Pelican serves as a pleasant option on Rottnest Island.
Reviews
A chill space for icecream - the vanilla soft serve is particularly good - and a coffee (iced long black was very good).
Pelican Kiosk at Rottnest Island has a really lovely, chilled vibe. The location is airy, relaxed, and not as noisy as some of the other spots nearby, which makes it a nice place to sit and unwind. That said, the service was probably the slowest I’ve ever experienced. On the day I visited, there seemed to be only one staff member handling everything — cashier, drinks, and barista — which led to a very long queue and a significant wait time. Some people even left to try other cafés nearby. It’s a shame, because the drinks themselves were actually very good — in my opinion, better than the ones at the neighbouring coffee shop. The pricing and quality are reasonable too, so the potential is definitely there. Overall, I think this place could be much better with improved staffing and service flow. The atmosphere and product are solid, but the slow service really took away from the experience.
Nice big terrace with lots of sun in the morning, good coffee, friendly staff, happy to come back
There are no gluten free options at all, and choices were limited and not very inspiring. There are big trees providing dappled shade and nice seating choices. They had the potential for seating with views toward the park, playground area, the main hub and even a glimpse of ocean. Instead, they put the bins and bike racks across that perspective and have a view of the museum's white back wall.
