The Karalee on Preston — Restaurant in Western Australia

Well.... you can see why this place wins so many awards. We dropped in for lunch today (Friday) and i asked if we had to book because the place was packed at 11.30am. (We thought we would get in early) With a smile the lady serving us said "No love, you can just take a seat here... how many of you are there?"

Someone came straight over and asked to take the drinks order and explained we had to go to the bar and they will take our food order. What felt like 30 second went past and the drinks were at the table, and again... what felt like a minute or so and the food was on the table. Hot, a good amount of spice, it wasn't loud, the staff kept checking on us for drinks, 1.5 hours went past in a flash and we had to go.

I can certainly see why this place would have people hanging around all day. If I didn't have anywhere else to go for the next meeting.... I might have stayed a few more hours. Upon reflection, I should have cancelled the next meeting and got them to meet me here.

Great place for a Friday lunch.

Warning: The portion sizes are massive. If you don't want to have a food baby where all you want to do is sleep after a great meal, select from the kids menu, or just by an appetizer for lunch. Great...

Review:

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If you’re looking for a place with true country charm and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, Karalee on Preston is a gem you won’t want to miss! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted by the cozy ambiance that makes you feel right at home.

The food here is absolutely delicious – hearty, flavorful, and crafted with care. Whether you’re in the mood for classic pub fare or something a bit more refined, there’s something for everyone on the menu. And the portions? Generous, just like the hospitality!

What truly sets Karalee on Preston apart, though, is the incredible team. A special shout-out to Sarah, the manager, who goes above and beyond to ensure that every guest feels like family. Her attention to detail and genuine warmth make every visit a joy. Nav is another standout – always smiling, attentive, and quick with a recommendation or a kind word. Together, they create an experience that makes you want to return again and again.

For anyone passing through or looking for a new favorite spot, Karalee on Preston is a must-visit. Great food, fantastic service, and the kind of hospitality that’s getting harder to find. Thank you, Sarah and Nav, for making this place feel like a home...

It certainly didn't look like much from the outside when we arrived last night, but WOW what a difference when we went inside. The ambience was warm, welcoming atmosphere, a general buzz, but not overwhelming from all of the patrons inside. The staff were welcoming and friendly and happy to share a little banter when answering our questions. Drinks were reasonably priced and could be purchased by the glass or by the bottle. There were even quite a few more expensively priced bottles for those with a more discerning palate. A good mixture of local WA and SA wines, spoilt for choice. Then you're expected to select something for dinner! The selection is brilliant and varied. It accommodates choices for our vegan diners that is not limited to cauliflower soup! It also allows many choices for those jurassic carnivores and everyone inbetween. Prices were not cheap, but also didn't require you to take out a second mortgage to eat out. We'll be back and will certainly be putting on our regular place to eat list. The only warning I can offer is to...