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As a foodie living in Perth, I’m always on the hunt for the best ingredients. And when it comes to beef, nothing compares to the melt-in-your-mouth tenderness and rich flavor of wagyu. This premium Japanese beef commands eye-watering prices, but for special occasions, it’s worth every penny.
Luckily despite wagyu’s exclusivity there are a few places around Perth where you can score this decadent delicacy. From restaurants to butchers to online stores, here are my picks for the top spots to buy wagyu beef in Perth.
Japanese Restaurants Serving Wagyu
One of the most convenient ways to try wagyu is to visit a Japanese restaurant that serves it Here are some top choices
Oba Chitose Yakiniku House
This yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) restaurant in Northbridge offers selections of premium Japanese wagyu beef. Try their ‘Platinum’ wagyu set which includes ribeye, tenderloin, and brisket. The sizzling plates really let the beef’s rich marbling shine. Just be prepared to pay around $150 per person for the highest quality sets.
Kita No Zushi
This authentic sushi restaurant in Subiaco serves A5 wagyu nigiri sushi and wagyu tataki when available. The bites are tiny but seriously indulgent. Sit at the counter to watch the sushi chef carefully source, slice, and mold your wagyu pieces.
Ha-Lu
The fine dining Chinese restaurant at Crown Perth occasionally offers wagyu on their seasonal tasting menus. I’ve enjoyed seared wagyu cubes served atop fluffy Chinese soufflés and wagyu stir-fries with ginger and black bean sauce. Keep an eye out for wagyu specials when planning your visit.
Butchers Sourcing Wagyu
For cooking wagyu beef at home, visit one of Perth’s premium butchers. Here are the best spots to ask about availability:
The Meating Place, South Perth
With a constantly changing inventory, give these meat experts a ring to check if they have any wagyu cuts in stock. Whether it’s strips, tenderloins, rib eye caps, or ground wagyu, their team will portion your desired weight and thickness. Expect to pay $150+ per kilo.
Mondo Butchers, Perth CBD
Nestled under the historic State Buildings, Mondo Butchers stocks fullblood wagyu beef from Margaret River and Mayura Station. They usually have ribeye, sirloin, tenderloin, and striploin cuts vacuum sealed and ready to take home. Prices range from $180-$250 per kilo.
Prime Cut Meats, multiple locations
This local butcher chain carries wagyu from various Australian producers. Check their website first for availability at your nearest location. Prime Cut offers more budget-friendly wagyu like chuck rolls, rump caps, and oyster blades for $90-$130 per kilo.
Online Wagyu Suppliers
For the ultimate convenience, order wagyu beef online to be delivered direct to your door. Here are two companies I recommend:
Schultz Cattle Co
This family-owned and operated business raises fullblood wagyu cattle on their property in Boyup Brook. They sell wagyu beef boxes online with portions of striploin, tenderloin, ribeye, rump, and more. Boxes start at 15 pounds for around $700.
Crowd Cow
This online butcher aggregates beef from small farms across Australia. Their wagyu selection includes prime cuts like ribeye and New York strip as well as underrated gems like tri-tip and denver leg. Shipping is free on orders over $199. Expect wagyu prices of $80-$120 per pound.
Cooking Your Wagyu at Home
When you bring home those beautiful wagyu cuts, make sure to handle them with care:
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Let the beef come up to room temperature before cooking so it cooks evenly.
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To prevent overcooking, opt for quick hot cooking methods like grilling or searing in a cast iron skillet.
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Aim for medium rare to medium doneness at the most. A meat thermometer should read 125-135°F.
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Avoid complicated marinades and just salt + pepper the exterior. The flavor of the beef should shine.
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After cooking, let the beef rest for 5-10 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
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Slice the beef across the grain for maximum tenderness.
I like to keep wagyu preparations simple. A hot sear and a sprinkle of flaky salt is all you need to enjoy those glorious beefy notes. When this premium beef slides across your tongue and melts in your mouth, you’ll understand why wagyu is worth seeking out.
So on your next beef-craving day, head to one of my top picks to get your hands on the crème de la crème of steaks. From sizzling restaurants to knowledgeable butchers to online purveyors, the wagyu beef options in Perth may be limited but they exist if you know where to look. And trust me, once you taste wagyu, you’ll be looking. Just don’t blame me when these luxe cuts transform you into a wagyu connoisseur!
100% Full Blood Wagyu
Our commitment is unwavering. We exclusively source 100% Full Blood Wagyu, tracing directly to its Japanese and Australian origins. Experience authentic Wagyu beef, untouched by crossbreeding, in its purest form.
Leading the online Wagyu Beef market means uncompromising quality. From the farm to the table, our strict standards make sure that you have the tastiest, most tender, and richest food possible.
Wagyu refers to a specific breed of Japanese cattle with distinct genetic traits, not just any Japanese cow. Wagyu beef is highly valued because it has a lot of marbling, which means that you can see the layers of fat inside the muscle. This marbling, which comes from the genetics of the cattle, has more fatty acids than regular beef, which makes it taste better, be more tender, and be more juicy.
Full-blood Wagyu beef boasts the world’s highest marbling scores. Wagyu is full of omega-3, omega-6, and monounsaturated fats, and its low melting point makes it tender and flavorful.
Our mission and vision
Lux Wagyu House is where you can get the best Australian Wagyu Beef Style Beef directly from the producers. We are committed to providing exceptional quality Wagyu beef to restaurants and butchers in Western Australia. We want everyone to be able to get Wagyu meat, which will encourage restaurants to include Wagyu beef on their menus. Our goal is to make Lux Wagyu House the most reliable online source for premium Wagyu beef, making sure that our customers always have access to it and securing our position as the top Wagyu beef supplier in Western Australia.
Every cut we offer stems from ethical practices, ensuring the welfare cattle. As industry leaders, our suppliers prioritise sustainability and humane raising methods, setting the gold standard in meat production.
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