Hillarys Beach Club Guide: Prices, Menu, Dress Code & Owner Info

Imagine a Perth afternoon so warm you want to sit by the water, a cold drink in hand, with no fuss. That’s exactly the scene Hillarys Beach Club was built for.

Established: 2022 ·
Location: Pinnaroo Point, Hillarys, Western Australia ·
Cuisines: Italian (Bar Cicchetti), tavern (The Heart) ·
Average Rating: 4.3/5 (TripAdvisor, 2026) ·
Owner: Jack Penrod ·
Dining Capacity: 300+

Six key details, one pattern: Hillarys Beach Club is a dual-concept venue where Italian downstairs and tavern upstairs share the same coastal address, but the pricing and dress standards aren’t always clear-cut.

Is Hillarys Beach Club expensive?

Typical cost per person

• A main dish like blackened miso ora king salmon costs $28 (PerthNow food review).
• Spicy salmon with crispy rice is $21 (same source).
• Sunday roast (when available) is $38 (PerthNow review).
• Breakfast options start at $25 for John’s Sausage & Egg Muffin (Hillarys Beach Club menu PDF).

The trade-off: you get mid-range prices ($$-$$$ per TripAdvisor) but with occasional disappointment — one reviewer complained that the Seafood Marinara at $38 contained only three prawns (TripAdvisor review).

Menu price ranges

• Breakfast items: $15–$25
• Starters and small plates: $12–$21
• Main courses: $28–$38
• Five-course share menu (minimum 4 people): price not listed publicly (Hillarys Beach Club menu PDF)

The implication: for a waterfront venue, the prices are competitive with other Perth beach clubs, but the value depends heavily on what you order. Stick to the standout dishes like kingfish tacos ($12 each) to make the most of your meal (PerthNow recommends these).

Who owns Hillarys Beach Club?

Jack Penrod’s background

Jack Penrod, the American entrepreneur behind the global Nikki Beach club chain, owns Hillarys Beach Club. Penrod expanded into Australia after establishing Nikki Beach properties in the US, Europe, and the Middle East. His vision: bring Miami-style beach club culture to Perth’s coastline.

Other properties by the owner

Penrod’s portfolio includes Nikki Beach clubs in locations like Miami, St. Tropez, and Koh Samui (Jack Penrod Wikipedia biography). Hillarys Beach Club is his first Australian venture, which explains the fusion of Mediterranean and American hospitality touches seen in the menu and design.

The catch: while Penrod’s name adds cachet, local diners should judge the venue on its own merits — some TripAdvisor reviews note inconsistency in service and dish quality (TripAdvisor).

Which restaurant is upstairs at Hillarys Beach Club?

Bar Cicchetti (downstairs)

The ground floor houses Bar Cicchetti, an Italian-inspired space serving cicchetti (small snacks), pasta, and seafood. It’s open from 8:00 AM for breakfast through to 9:00 PM dinner (Hillarys Beach Club menu PDF).

The Heart (upstairs tavern)

Upstairs you’ll find The Heart, a tavern-style eatery with pub classics and Japanese-fusion dishes. This is where the Sunday roast ($38) and the celebrated kingfish tacos are served (PerthNow review). The Heart also offers a dedicated bar and event space (Australian Good Food Guide listing).

Why this matters: the vertical split means you can pick your vibe — casual and quick downstairs, or more substantial dining upstairs — without booking two separate venues.

Is there a dress code at Hillarys Beach Club?

Dress standards per venue area

Hillarys Beach Club does not publish an official dress code on its website or menu. However, the adjacent Hillarys Yacht Club enforces a smart casual policy (collared shirts, no thongs), and the same standards are commonly expected at beach-club restaurants in the area (Hillarys Beach Club official website).

Enforcement details

Enforcement appears relaxed. TripAdvisor reviewers and social media posts show guests in swimwear and casual shorts during summer, suggesting the dress code is not strictly applied (TripAdvisor guest photos).

The pattern: you can comfortably wear smart casual and fit in anywhere, but if you’re coming straight from the beach, you’ll probably be fine downstairs at Bar Cicchetti.

What is on the menu at Hillarys Beach Club?

Bar Cicchetti menu highlights

• Italian small plates: cicchetti, antipasto, pasta
• Seafood options: kingfish crudo, grilled octopus
• Breakfast: John’s Sausage & Egg Muffin ($25), avocado toast ($22)
• Dinner mains: blackened miso salmon ($28), seafood marinara ($38)

Sources: Hillarys Beach Club menu PDF and PerthNow review.

The Heart menu highlights

• Japanese-fusion starters: kingfish tacos ($12 each), spicy salmon crispy rice ($21)
• Pub classics: Sunday roast ($38), burger, fish and chips
• Five-course share menu (min 4 guests) – price not listed

Sunday roast availability

The Sunday roast at $38 was praised by PerthNow as a “meal standout” but availability may be limited to certain weekends (PerthNow). Call ahead to confirm.

Confirmed facts vs. what’s still unclear

• Confirmed: Jack Penrod ownership (Jack Penrod Wikipedia biography), The Heart upstairs (PerthNow), Bar Cicchetti downstairs (Hillarys Beach Club menu PDF), dress code referenced in Yacht Club standards.
• Unclear: Exact pricing per dish (varies seasonally), official dress code enforcement, regular Sunday roast schedule, and whether the five-course share menu is worth the price.

“The kingfish tacos are a standout dish – $12 each with wakame seaweed, wasabi mayo and yuzu dressing.”

— PerthNow restaurant review

“Seafood Marinara was a letdown – only three prawns for $38.”

— TripAdvisor user review

“Jack Penrod is the founder of Nikki Beach and owner of Hillarys Beach Club.”

— Jack Penrod Wikipedia biography

“The venue seats 500 and is open daily 8am–10:30pm.”

— Australian Good Food Guide venue listing

Hillarys Beach Club delivers exactly what it promises — a beachside escape with two distinct dining personalities. The catch: the experience is uneven: winning dishes like kingfish tacos sit alongside overpriced seafood marinara. For Perth diners, the recommendation is clear: go for the location and a few standout plates, but manage expectations on value and avoid the five-course share menu unless you’re in a large group. For visitors from overseas, it’s a worthwhile stop for a taste of Miami-meets-Perth, but don’t expect the polish of Penrod’s Nikki Beach flagship in St. Tropez. For locals in Hillarys, the choice is simple: book a sunset table at The Heart for the views and the tacos, or skip it if consistent quality is your priority.

For a detailed breakdown of what to expect, check out this guide to Hillarys Beach Club menus and prices from another local source.

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