Edward and Ida's — Restaurant in Northbridge

We visited Edward & Ida’s for Father’s Day and had an absolutely incredible experience from start to finish!

Even though we arrived 20 minutes late for our booking, the staff were incredibly understanding, kind, and accommodating, no fuss, just warmth and professionalism.

We ordered 3 Sunday roast platters for 6 people (the website recommends one platter for two, but each platter could easily feed 3 to 4 people, insane value for money). As my family doesn’t eat pork, I simply mentioned we’d like our platters without sausages or bacon, no replacements needed. Without asking why, the team not only respected our request but went above and beyond: they brought us extra chicken, a bowl of chips, and a delicious fried breaded chicken and mushroom dish (which was amazing). They also reassured us that none of our food contained pork and even talked us through the ingredients.

Now for the food, every element was flawless: -The slow-smoked beef brisket was so tender and flavourful that it made a beef-sceptic in our group rethink their stance. -The beef fat Yorkshire puddings were clearly homemade and delicious. -The rich Guinness-spiked gravy was so good we wished there was more! -The roasted cauliflower, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts were cooked perfectly. -The mustard mash was simple but expertly made, my Irish dad couldn’t stop eating it! -The smoked and roasted chicken was juicy and flavourful through and through. -We also tried the lemon lime bitters, refreshing, not too sweet, with a fresh lime. We ended up ordering more because everyone loved them, and the bartender clearly put care into every glass.

The staff were attentive, friendly, and struck the perfect balance, there when we needed them but never intrusive. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, with great music and impeccably clean facilities (the women in our group especially appreciated the spotless restrooms).

Outstanding food, incredible value, and service that goes the extra mile. We can’t wait to return!

Highly recommend...

Been here 3 times since it opened. The decor is interesting, very retro, and the downstairs speakeasy bar is pretty cool. Usually I think speakeasy bars are terrible, full of pretentious bartenders and extremely expensive drinks. This wasn't my experience here. The outdoors in the courtyard isn't particularly shaded, which can get a bit toasty in Australian Summer.

My most recent visit I came for a Guinness and Pie after work, great service from the bar man Adam. Great Guinness, Great Pie. I even got shouted an old fashioned because there was an accidental mix up in the orders.

Cocktail menu is filled with fun classic drinks from the 2000's or variations on them, the old fashioned is great, but if you're not into sweet drinks I would probably stick to the classics as they still do some of them. (I have not attempted to order anything that's not on the menu outside of a negroni, but I also haven't ordered absolutely everything on the menu)

Wine list is a bit bare bones if you don't like Chardonnay (They only poured Chardonnay by the glass in the whites category when I went) & a fairly limited list overall, but despite being a smaller selection the wines than I would have personally liked, the wines that are there are killer.

The beer tap line up is fairly crafty. It would be nice to have a commercial drop on like swan or single fin.

Overall, I think this place is banging. Probably one of my favourite venue openings since The Royal, it can be a bit pricey but it is a very nice spot. Good for catch up with...

An extremely thoughtful menu of British-inspired classics with a delicate twist; pub classics expertly executed; and a few curve-ball dishes to get you excited.

Firstly, the fish burger is hands-down the best take on a fish burger I have ever come across — it even takes the crown from my previous favourite, Wines of While, who whip out a once-a-year fish burger at Easter. The best way I can describe it, with compliments, is a gourmet Filet-o-fish. It strikes the perfect balance between classic burger etiquette and dressed-up ingredients.

Secondly, the side of chips with curry sauce powder seasoning were wild. What an incredible idea. Perfectly emulated the taste of ‘British chippy curry sauce’ but as a tangy powdered seasoning. Very impressed! Quick note on the chips: it was nice that the burger came with shoestrings, whereas the side chips were thicker and crispy. Was a good to have variety.

Finally, the scotch egg with pickled walnut aioli. The classic scotch egg paired with a dainty Aioli and the intense flavour of the pickled walnut was a highlight of the menu.

It’s hard to pick a focal point as everything exceeded expectations by a mile. The staff were great, everyone was cheery, and everyone was happy to be there. I cannot wait...