WA’s BEST HOSPITALITY VENUES AND EMPLOYEES HONOURED
Western Australia’s hotel and hospitality industry celebrated at Crown Perth on Monday night as the winners of the 2017 AHA-Aon Hospitality Awards for Excellence were announced.
Hotels, pubs, bars, restaurants, and tourism venues were recognised for their hard work, innovation and outstanding service. Employees were also honoured for their achievements.
AHA(WA) CEO, Bradley Woods, said it’s been a challenging year for some in the hospitality industry, but the dedication of owners, managers and staff is unwavering.
“WA’s hospitality leaders and employees who attended the gala ball all know what it means to work hard, to put in long hours and to go above and beyond delivering first-class food and beverage, accommodation and service.
“WA’s vibrant hospitality industry is a reality thanks to the courage and entrepreneurship of small to large business owners who have made significant investments in the future of our state.
“The hotel and hospitality industry supports our state not only at a macro level but right down to the grass roots – where businesses support local communities, the economy and jobs,” said Mr Woods.
There were 42 award categories including WA’s Best Regional Hospitality Venue which went to Settlers Tavern and Perth’s Best Hospitality Venue which went to The Marina Mindarie. WA’s Best Bar Team and WA’s Best Bar, which went to The Mechanics Institute in Northbridge, and WA’s Best Family Dining, which went to Boston Brewing Co. & Willoughby Park in Denmark. Rosemount Hotel in North Perth took home WA’s Best Live Entertainment Venue. WA’s Best Redeveloped Venue went to the Rose Hotel in Bunbury.
WA’s Best Steak Sandwich was awarded to Karalee on Preston in Como following the preliminary final held in May.
WA’s Best Community Service Venue
sponsored by St John Ambulance
Winner: Endeavour Tavern, Lancelin
Finalists:
Boston Brewing Co. & Willoughby Park, Denmark
Settlers Tavern, Margaret River
The Marina Mindarie
The Saint George Hotel, Innaloo
WA’s Best Bar Presentation and Service Venue
sponsored by Lion Beer Australia
Winner: The Queens Tavern, Highgate
Finalists:
Blanche Bar, Karratha
Paddington Alehouse, Mount Hawthorn
Petition Beer Corner at State Buildings, Perth
Raffles Hotel, Applecross
Rose Hotel, Bunbury
The Breakwater, Hillarys
The Boat at The Marina Mindarie
Mechanics Institute, Northbridge
The Village Bar, Subiaco
Whistling Kite, Secret Harbour
WA’s Best Responsible Service of Alcohol Venue
sponsored by Aon Risk Solutions
Winner: The Breakwater, Hillarys
Finalists:
Blanche Bar, Karratha
Fiorita Deli, Karratha
Hyde Park Hotel, North Perth
Paddington Alehouse, Mount Hawthorn
Rambla Bar & Bistro, Wickham
Settlers Tavern, Margaret River
The Marina Mindarie
WA’s Best Training Initiative
sponsored by Hospitality Group Training
Winner: Crown Perth, Burswood
Finalists:
Raffles Hotel, Applecross
Settlers Tavern, Margaret River
The Ashby Bar and Bistro
The Bayview Bar, Bunbury
WA’s Best Retail Bottleshop
Sponsored by Dwyer Durack
Winner: The Botanica Bar & Bistro, Innaloo
Finalists:
Fiorita Deli, Karratha
Petition Wine Bar at State Buildings, Perth
Rose Hotel, Bunbury
The Gate Bar and Bistro, Success
WA’s Best Draught Beer Quality
sponsored by BOC
Winner: Petition Beer Corner at State Buildings, Perth
Finalists:
Peel Alehouse, Halls Head
Rose Hotel, Bunbury
The Marina Mindarie
WA’s Best Small Bar
sponsored by Ryan & Durey Solicitors
Winner: The Mechanics’ Institute, Northbridge
Finalists:
Caballitos, Perth
Kitsch Bar Asia, Leederville
Measure Bar, Mount Lawley
Oyster Bar Mandurah
Tiki as FK, Northbridge
WA’s Best Cocktail Bar
sponsored by Asahi Premium Beverages
Joint Winners:
Tiki as FK, Northbridge
The Waiting Room at Crown Perth, Burswood
Finalists:
Kitsch Bar Asia, Leederville
Halford at State Buildings, Perth
The Dominion League, Northbridge
The Laneway Lounge, Perth
Mechanics’ Institute, Northbridge
WA’s Best Late Night Venue
sponsored by Red Bull Australia
Winner: The Laneway Lounge, Perth
Finalists:
Exchange Hotel Kalgoorlie
Niche Bar, Leederville
Universal Bar, Northbridge
WA’s Best Environmental Practice
sponsored by Synergy
Winner: White Lakes Brewing, Baldivis
Finalists:
The Royal on the Waterfront, East Perth
WA’s Best Tourism Initiative
sponsored by Tourism WA
Joint Winners:
CORE Cider House, Pickering Brook
Odyssea Beach Café, City Beach
Finalists:
Blanche Bar, Karratha
Settlers Tavern, Margaret River
The Marina Mindarie
WA’s Best Redeveloped Venue
sponsored by Mal Atwell Billiards & Bingo
Winner: Rose Hotel, Bunbury
Finalists:
Drop Inn, Warnbro
Mayfair Lane Pub & Dining Room, West Perth
Niche Bar, Leederville
Patriot Sports Bar at the Brass Monkey Hotel, Northbridge
The Prince of Wales Hotel, Bunbury
The Wembley Hotel, Wembley
Varsity Bar Waterford, Karawara
WA’s Best New Venue
sponsored by NPB Security
Winner: Measure Bar, Mount Lawley
Finalists:
Caballitos, Perth
Epicurean at Crown Perth, Burswood
Fiorita Deli, Karratha
Lot 80, Eagle Bay
Rambla Bar & Bistro, Wickham
Six Degrees Albany
The Henley Brook, Swan Valley
The Hummus Club, Northbridge
The Wild Goose Café at Noble Falls Estate, Gidgegannup
WA’s Best Outdoor Area
sponsored by Phonographic Performance Company of Australia
Winner: The Marina Mindarie
Finalists:
Blanche Bar, Karratha
Boston Brewing Co. & Willoughby Park, Denmark
Caves House Hotel, Yallingup
CY O’Connor Village Pub, Piara Waters
Endeavour Tavern, Lancelin
Kitsch Bar Asia, Leederville
Lot 80, Eagle Bay
Odyssea Beach Café, City Beach
Rambla Bar & Bistro, Wickham
Whim Creek Hotel
WA’s Best Boutique Brewery
sponsored by Toxfree
Winner: Colonial Brewing Company, Margaret River
Finalists:
Boston Brewing Co. & Willoughby Park, Denmark
CORE Cider House, Pickering Brook
Indian Ocean Brewing Company at The Marina Mindarie
White Lakes Brewing, Baldivis
WA’s Best Conference and Functions
sponsored by Hostplus
Joint Winners:
Aloft Perth, Rivervale
The Breakwater, Hillarys
Finalists:
Guildhall, Fremantle
Rose Hotel, Bunbury
The Flour Factory, Perth
The Pavilion at The Marina Mindarie
The Wembley Hotel
Outstanding Commitment to Workforce Development Practices Award
sponsored by FutureNow
Winner: Settlers Tavern, Margaret River
Finalists:
Rose Hotel, Bunbury
WA’s Best Social Media Activity
sponsored by Perth Arena
Winner: Universal Bar, Northbridge
Finalists:
Aloft Perth, Rivervale
Balmoral Hotel, East Victoria Park
Blanche Bar, Karratha
Fiorita Deli, Karratha
Odyssea Beach Cafe, City Beach
Raffles Hotel, Applecross
Petition Kitchen at State Buildings, Perth
The Village Bar, Subiaco
Varsity Bar Waterford, Karawara
Whim Creek Hotel
DINING AWARDS –
WA’s Best Steak Sandwich Award
sponsored by James Squire
Winner: Karalee on Preston, Como
Finalists:
The Bayview Bar, Bunbury
WA’s Best Contemporary Bar Menu
sponsored by 21st Century Business Equipment
Joint Winners:
Blanche Bar, Karratha
Five Bar, Mount Lawley
Finalists:
Kitsch Bar Asia, Leederville
The Breakwater, Hillarys
The Chase Bar & Bistro, Baldivis
The Flour Factory, Perth
The Royal on the Waterfront, East Perth
Universal Bar, Northbridge
Varnish on King, Perth
White Lakes Brewing, Baldivis
WA’s Best Casual Pub Dining – Metropolitan
sponsored by Wattle Facilities Group
Winner: Currambine Bar & Bistro
Finalists:
Drop Inn, Warnbro
Greenwood Hotel
Karalee on Preston, Como
Mayfair Lane Pub & Dining Room, West Perth
Paddington Alehouse, Mount Hawthorn
Raffles Hotel, Applecross
The Belmont Tavern, Belmont
The Brook Bar and Bistro, Ellenbrook
The Como Hotel
The Marina Mindarie
The Queens, Highgate
The Royal on the Waterfront, East Perth
The Village Bar, Subiaco
The Wembley Hotel
WA’s Best Casual Pub Dining – Regional
sponsored by Buildcor Projects Pty Ltd
Winner: Settlers Tavern, Margaret River
Finalists:
Beverley Hotel
Boston Brewing Co. & Willoughby Park, Denmark
Caves House Hotel, Yallingup
Crossing Inn, Fitzroy Crossing
Dunsborough Tavern
Endeavour Tavern, Lancelin
Exchange Hotel Kalgoorlie
Fitzroy River Lodge, Fitzroy Crossing
Onyx on Sharpe, Karratha
Paddy’s at Exchange Hotel Kalgoorlie
Rambla Bar & Bistro, Wickham
Rose Hotel, Bunbury
Settlers Tavern, Margaret River
The Bayview Bar, Bunbury
The Prince of Wales Hotel, Bunbury
Whim Creek Hotel
Wintersun Hotel, Geraldton
WA’s Best Family Dining
sponsored by Perth Energy
Winner: Boston Brewing Co. & Willoughby Park, Denmark
Finalists:
Currambine Bar and Bistro
CY O’Connor Village Pub, Piara Waters
Dunsborough Tavern
Endeavour Tavern, Lancelin
Lo Zucchero, City Beach
The Ashby Bar and Bistro
The Herdsman Tavern, Herdsman Lakes
The Marina Mindarie
Tony Roma’s Restaurant, Perth
WA’s Best Restaurant
sponsored by Deliveroo
Joint Winners:
Petition Kitchen at State Buildings, Perth
Ria Malay Kitchen, Leederville
Finalists:
Exchange Hotel Kalgoorlie
Fiorita Deli, Karratha
George’s Meze, Subiaco
Hamptons City Beach, City Beach
Ishka at The Breakwater, Hillarys
Lot 80, Eagle Bay
Odyssea Beach Cafe, City Beach
Rose Hotel, Bunbury
Tony Roma’s Restaurant, Perth
Whistling Kite, Secret Harbour
Zanders at Cable Beach, Broome
WA’s Best Premium Restaurant
sponsored by The WA Good Food Guide
Winner: Nobu Perth at Crown Perth, Burswood
Finalists:
C Restaurant, Perth
Long Chim at State Buildings, Perth
WA’s Best Wine List
sponsored by Miles from Nowhere
Joint Winners:
Settlers Tavern, Margaret River
Il Lido Italian Canteen, Cottesloe
Finalists:
Hamptons City Beach, City Beach
Mayfair Lane Pub & Dining Room, West Perth
Petition Kitchen at State Buildings, Perth
The Breakwater, Hillarys
The Village Bar, Subiaco
Whistling Kite, Secret Harbour
ENTERTAINMENT AWARDS –
WA’s Best TAB Hotel/PubTAB Venue
sponsored by TAB
Winner: Eaton Tavern
Finalists:
Peel Alehouse, Halls Head
Rambla Bar & Bistro, Wickham
WA’s Best Sporting Entertainment Venue
sponsored by FOX SPORTS Venues
Joint Winners:
The Saint George Hotel, Innaloo
Paddington Alehouse, Mount Hawthorn
Finalists:
Exchange Hotel Kalgoorlie
Greenwood Hotel
Hyde Park Hotel, North Perth
Lakers Tavern, Thornlie
Patriots Sports Bar at the Brass Monkey Hotel, Northbridge
Peel Alehouse, Halls Head
Rambla Bar & Bistro, Wickham
Varsity Bar Waterford, Karawara
WA’s Best Live Entertainment Venue
sponsored by APRA AMCOS
Winner: Rosemount Hotel, North Perth
Finalists:
Dunsborough Tavern
Endeavour Tavern, Lancelin
Exchange Hotel Kalgoorlie
Leisure Inn, Rockingham
Paddington Alehouse, Mount Hawthorn
Six Degrees Albany
The Laneway Lounge, Perth
The Newport Hotel, Fremantle
The Prince of Wales Hotel, Bunbury
The Saint George Hotel, Innaloo
Universal Bar, Northbridge
WA’s Best Themed Venue
sponsored by Trans Tasman Energy Group
Winner: Varsity Bar Waterford, Karawara
Finalists:
Belgian Beer Cafe Westende, Perth
Durty Nelly’s, Perth
Ka’ribbean Corner, Victoria Park
Patriot Sports Bar at the Brass Monkey Hotel, Northbridge
Oceans 6019, Scarborough
The Hummus Club, Northbridge
The Laneway Lounge, Perth
EMPLOYEE AWARDS
WA’s Best Cookery Services Employee
sponsored by HiscoNFE
Winner: Norman Tumbare – Junction Grill at Crown Perth, Burswood
Finalists:
Five Bar, Mount Lawley Zarah Tapsall
Greenwood Hotel Mark Bingley
The Botanica Bar and Bistro, Innaloo Komang Warnaya
The Village Bar, Subiaco Jonathan Hassall
WA’s Best Head Chef
sponsored by Hostplus
Joint Winners:
Wendy Miedzinski – Balmoral Hotel, East Victoria Park
Danny Sanchez – The Flour Factory, Perth
Finalists:
Dunsborough Tavern Tim Baarspul
Petition Kitchen at State Buildings, Perth Jesse Blake
Greenwood Hotel Danielle van Coevorden
Karalee on Preston, Como Mickey Phull
Kitsch Bar Asia, Leederville Roong Moonta
Odyssea Beach Café, City Beach Alan Spagnolo
The Brook Bar and Bistro, Ellenbrook Pushap Verma
The Como Hotel Daniel Mullins
The Village Bar, Subiaco Michelle Stevens
The Wembley Hotel Edwin Kanagaraj
The Boat at The Marina Mindarie Lisa McCarthy
Zanders at Cable Beach, Broome Dean Gillam-Pitts
WA’s Best Food and Beverage Services Employee
sponsored by Sidekicker
Winner: Ryan Fraser – Greenwood Hotel, Greenwood
Finalists:
Balmoral Hotel, East Victoria Park Anthony Tito
Blanche Bar, Karratha Rhys Heland
Five Bar, Mount Lawley Steve Hennessy
Leisure Inn, Rockingham Kaylee Maclean
Measure Bar, Mount Lawley Sara Cavallo
Peel Alehouse, Halls Head Lauranne Peake
The Bayview Bar, Bunbury Breeanna Batrick
The Chase Bar & Bistro, Baldivis Michelle Gould
The Marina Mindarie Jay-Manson Bishop
WA’s Best Front Office and Administration Employee
sponsored by Hostplus
Winner: Kelly Barranger – The Marina Mindarie
Finalists:
C Restaurant, Perth Stephanie Bryson
Hyde Park Hotel, North Perth Lebich Tran
The Herdsman Tavern, Herdsman Lakes Trish Lowth
The Wembley Hotel Suzanne Tinnelly
WA’s Best PubTAB Operator
sponsored by TAB
Winner: Krystal Singer – The Gate Bar & Bistro, Success
Finalists:
Peel Alehouse, Halls Head Sarah Healey
Rambla Bar & Bistro, Wickham Daniel Rawlings
The Chase Bar & Bistro, Baldivis Toni-Louise Priestley
WA’s Best Cocktail Bartender
sponsored by DIAGEO
Winner: Bjorn Karason – Tiki as FK, Northbridge
Finalists:
Blanche Bar, Karratha Craig Slater
Long Chim at State Buildings, Perth Dean Buchanan
TWR at Crown Perth, Burswood Jaaidev Vidyadharan
AHA – HGT Rising Star Award
sponsored by Australian Hotels Association (WA) and Hospitality Group Training
Winner: Mark Bingley – Greenwood Hotel
Finalists:
C Restaurant, Perth Andrew Cooper
The Breakwater, Hillarys Max Matthews
WA’s Best Venue Manager
sponsored by HiscoNFE
Joint Winners:
Steve Halliday, C Restaurant
Katie Chan, Long Chim at State Buildings
Fiona Sham, Varnish on King
Elodie Boneyd, Five Bar
Finalists:
Balmoral Hotel, East Victoria Park Troy Landers
Blanche Bar, Karratha Bart Parsons
Greenwood Hotel Joshua Drakeford
Niche Bar, Leederville Marcos Goncalves
Odyssea Beach Cafe, City Beach Daren Holscher
Oyster Bar Mandurah Vicki Sankey
Peel Alehouse, Halls Head Scott Farrell
Petition Kitchen at State Buildings, Perth Mindy Perera
Settlers Tavern, Margaret River Natalie Potulski
Six Degrees Albany Ian Gatjens
The Boat at The Marina Mindarie Luke Symmonds
The Laneway Lounge, Perth Ale Carvalho
The Village Bar, Subiaco Aladin Karcher
Universal Bar, Northbridge Jason Juraszek
Zanders at Cable Beach, Broome Stuart Voce
WA’s Best Bar Team
sponsored by Typsy
Winner: The Mechanics Institute, Northbridge
Finalists:
Blanche Bar, Karratha
Indian Ocean Brewing Company at The Marina Mindarie
Lot 20, Northbridge
Petition Wine Bar & Merchant at State Buildings, Perth
Rose Hotel, Bunbury
The Village Bar, Subiaco
OVERALL AWARDS
WA’s Best Group Venue Operator
sponsored by Kleenheat
Winner: Colonial Leisure Group
Finalists:
Blanche Bar Group
Blanche Bar, Karratha
Fiorita Deli, Karratha
Rambla Bar & Bistro, Wickham
Colonial Leisure Group
Colonial Brewing Co., Margaret River
Print Hall, Perth
Raffles Hotel, Applecross
The Royal on the Waterfront, East Perth
Gastev Group
Port Kennedy Tavern
The Chase Bar & Bistro, Baldivis
Vernon Arms Tavern, Baldivis
White Lakes Brewing, Baldivis
Whistling Kite, Secret Harbour
Tenfold Investments
The Ashby Bar and Bistro
The Brook Bar and Bistro, Ellenbrook
The Gate Bar and Bistro, Success
Two Bit Group
Caballitos, Perth
The Flour Factory, Perth
Varnish on King, Perth
WA’s Best Regional Hospitality Venue
sponsored by H&L Australia
Winner: Settlers Tavern
Perth’s Best Hospitality Venue
sponsored by Furniture Options