Brass Grill Chargrill Restaurant

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Situated on Northbridge’s busiest corner, the Brass Monkey is apparently the city’s most photographed pub. Often used as a starting point for those embarking on a big night out, it’s also home to a fabulous new restaurant upstairs. Leave the hustle and bustle of Northbridge behind as you ascend the grand staircase, making your way to the Brass Grill. With cosy surroundings including Chesterfield couches, polished jarrah and a balcony that overlooks the busy streetscape below, diners can enjoy the atmosphere of Northbridge without being bothered by passing traffic.

Although there are a couple of vegetarian options available, let’s be honest – your date would be very short-lived if you brought your vego girlfriend here! This place is all about prime cuts of Western Australian meat served in an uncomplicated style, allowing the natural goodness and flavours to shine through. Using Grazier beef, Western Australian pork, Mt Barker chicken and local seafood, the Meat Standards Australia tick of approval is prevalent throughout the Brass Grill menu. One look at the “signature dishes” and you’ll quickly understand. I’m surprised they were able to find a plate big enough to hold the contents of the Brass Grill signature plate, which includes beef and pork fillet wrapped in bacon, chicken breast wrapped in prosciutto, three sauces, hand-cut potato chips and greens. Another Flintstones-sized meal, yet well worth starving yourself for, is the Chateaubriand. Catering for two people, it features a marvellous roasted beef fillet, rested and carved and served with vegies, red wine jus and bearnaise sauce. There’s also a range of beef, lamb, pork and chicken dishes, simply grilled to your liking and served with a range of sides. Just try to resist the urge to scream “yabba dabba doo” when taking your first bite!

Karen Bilsby