The espresso bar
Espresso, batch filter and cold brew on from the moment we open. All poured from beans roasted in the room behind the counter.
Fremantle · Western Australia
Come find us near the water.
Driftwood sits close enough to the Fishing Boat Harbour that you can walk from the sea, collect a flat white and a bag of Harbourmaster, and be back on the waterfront before your coffee cools. We're open every day — early, as it should be.
Find us here
A roastery, an espresso bar, and a patch of salt air.
We're tucked near the Fishing Boat Harbour in Fremantle — the espresso bar and the roastery share the same space, so some mornings you'll walk in to the smell of a fresh batch mid-roast. That's not an accident. We wanted the two things in the same room.
Parking is easy along the harbour foreshore and the number 106 bus stops a short walk away. If you're cycling in along the Fremantle waterfront path, there's a rack out front.
Email us at [email protected]
Roastery & bar — same room
When we're open
Hours that suit an early morning by the sea.
We open before most of Fremantle stirs. Whether you're heading to work or heading to the water, the bar is ready.
Monday – Friday
6:30 am – 2:00 pm. Espresso, filter and cold brew on from the moment the doors open. We close at 2pm sharp — the roaster needs the afternoon.
Saturday – Sunday
7:00 am – 1:00 pm. A slower start on weekends, with Saturday mornings reserved for our public cupping sessions. No booking needed — just show up with a curious palate.
Public holidays
We tend to keep weekend hours on public holidays, but it's worth emailing ahead if you're making a special trip. Drop us a line at [email protected] to confirm.
What's waiting at the bar
Espresso, filter, cold brew — and something to take home.
The bar menu is straightforward. We pour the four house roasts across three brew formats and grind to order for anything you'd like to take home. Everything on the counter was roasted in the room behind it.
- Espresso, batch filter and cold brew poured daily
- All four house roasts available as 250g and 1kg bags
- Ground to your brew method at the counter
- Saturday public cupping — free, no booking required
Getting here
However you arrive, the coffee is worth the trip.
We're near the Fishing Boat Harbour in Fremantle, WA. Here are a few ways to find us.
By car
Street parking is available along the harbour foreshore. It fills quickly on weekends — try arriving before 8am on Saturdays to get a spot close by.
By bus
The 106 bus route stops a short walk from the bar. From Fremantle Station, the walk along the waterfront takes about ten minutes and passes the harbour.
By bike
The Fremantle waterfront cycle path runs directly past us. There's a bike rack out front — lock up and come in. A cold brew on a warm coastal morning hits differently after a ride.
On foot
If you're already by the harbour or the Fremantle Markets, we're a leisurely stroll. Follow the water south and look for the roastery with the open door and the smell of something worth stopping for.
Saturday cupping
The best reason to show up on a Saturday morning.
Every Saturday we open the counter for a public cupping session. We lay out all four house roasts — Driftline, Harbourmaster, Southerly and First Light — and walk through what makes each one taste the way it does. It's free, it's informal, and it's a genuinely good way to spend an hour before the day starts.
- Free to join — no booking, no sign-up
- Starts from opening at 7am, runs until the coffee runs out
- All four house roasts cupped side by side
- Great for home brewers, beginners and the just-curious alike
"I walked in for one coffee and walked out with a bag of Driftline and a new Saturday morning habit."A Fremantle localRegular at the bar
Good to know before you visit
A few things that'll make your visit easier.
Where exactly is Driftwood Coffee Roasters?
We're located near the Fishing Boat Harbour in Fremantle, Western Australia. The roastery and espresso bar share the same space — follow the harbour foreshore south from the Fremantle Markets and you'll smell us before you see the sign.
What are your opening hours?
Monday to Friday we open at 6:30am and close at 2pm. On weekends — Saturday and Sunday — we open at 7am and close at 1pm. Public holiday hours generally follow the weekend schedule, but email us at [email protected] if you're unsure.
Do I need to book for the Saturday cupping session?
No booking needed. The Saturday morning cupping is free and open to anyone who walks in. We start from opening at 7am and run until the coffee runs out. Just show up — the more curious the better.
Can I buy bags of coffee to take home?
Absolutely. All four house roasts — Driftline, Harbourmaster, Southerly and First Light — are available as 250g and 1kg bags at the bar. We can grind to your brew method at the counter, or pack whole bean if you prefer to grind at home.
Is there parking nearby?
There is street parking along the harbour foreshore, though it fills quickly on Saturday mornings when the markets are on. If you're cycling, there's a bike rack out front. By bus, the 106 route stops a short walk away; from Fremantle Station the waterfront walk takes about ten minutes.
How do I get in touch before visiting?
Drop us an email at [email protected] and we'll get back to you. For anything time-sensitive, the best approach is to come in — we're here early.
Four house roasts to take home
Driftline, Harbourmaster, Southerly and First Light — in 250g and 1kg bags, whole bean or ground to order. Roasted on-site twice weekly.
Saturday morning cupping
Every Saturday from 7am. Free, informal, and a genuinely good reason to walk to the harbour on a weekend morning.
Ready to visit? We're here early.
Monday to Friday from 6:30am, weekends from 7am. The coffee is fresh, the door is open, and the roaster is already running out the back.
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