‘Best F1 bars in Perth’

George Russell won the 2026 Formula 1 season opener at the Australian Grand Prix for Mercedes, following a sharp early duel with Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc — and there is plenty more action to come.

For those who won’t be flying around the world to see races, the team at Australian streetwear brand Culture Kings has been busy analysing almost 250 venues across the country to find the best spots to watch the action. From this they have drawn a Perth top five.

They have ranked venues on screen quality and availability, reputation and reviews, atmosphere and amenities, ready for the Chinese GP on March 15, Japanese GP on March 29, and the rest of the 24-race season between now and December.

Justin Hillberg, ANZ president at Culture Kings, says: “Formula 1 is a global cultural moment that brings people together, whether that’s trackside, watching with friends or expressing their passion through what they wear.

“We’re seeing interest in F1 year-round across our ranges and dedicated in-store experiences, and when the season kicks off in Australia, that energy is going to be felt across hospitality and retail.

“The growth of Formula 1 shows how sport today sits at the intersection of entertainment and fashion. Fans aren’t just tuning in for the race, they’re showing up for the culture around it.

“Whether that’s what you’re wearing, where you’re watching or who you’re watching with, it’s about being part of something bigger. That’s what makes moments like this so powerful across Australia.

“This ranking celebrates the venues that are truly matching the scale, atmosphere and excitement of the sport.”

TOP FIVE

According to Culture Kings, the five best bars in Perth to watch the F1 in 2026 are:

+ The Sporting Globe Belmont

+ The Sporting Globe Rockingham

+ The Sporting Globe Floreat

+ Victoria Park Hotel

+ The Claremont Hotel

BEHIND SCORES

In the Culture Kings team’s words . . .

The Sporting Globe Belmont

Ranked No.1 in Perth with a total score of 75.3/100, The Sporting Globe Belmont leads the way for F1 viewing in 2026. The Cloverdale venue features 52 screens, along with projector and outdoor viewing options, giving fans plenty of clear sightlines to follow every lap.

The Sporting Globe Rockingham

Ranking second in Perth with a total score of 75/100, The Sporting Globe Rockingham features 50 screens, plus projector and outdoor viewing options, ensuring fans won’t miss a moment of the action. With QR codes available to order from your seat, there’s no need to step away and risk missing a lap, making it a strong south-of-the-river option for F1 fans.

The Sporting Globe Floreat

Ranked third in Perth with a total score of 73.4/100, The Sporting Globe Floreat combines an extensive network of 50 screens with a relaxed, community atmosphere. Reviewers regularly point to the friendly service and easygoing vibe.

Victoria Park Hotel

Placing fourth with a total score of 52.9/100, Victoria Park Hotel stands out for its strong reputation and backed by more than 2700 Google reviews.

While it has a more modest 11 screens, the venue is praised for its lively atmosphere and reliable food offering.

The Claremont Hotel

Rounding out Perth’s top five with a total score of 50.8/100, The Claremont Hotel combines strong customer feedback with a recently restored, award-winning setting. The venue features a dedicated public bar for live sport with 12 screens and live commentary.

The Methodology

The ranking was compiled on February 24, 2026 using data from Fanzo and Google Maps. Culture Kings analysed 247 Australian venues listed on Fanzo as showing the 2025 Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix. After removing venues without verified Google review data, 234 venues remained.

Venues were scored out of 100 using a weighted system that considered screen availability (60 per cent), Google rating and review volume (25 per cent), and F1-relevant amenities such as large screens, outdoor viewing areas, live commentary and food service (15 per cent). Rankings were then determined by total score.

A data scientist spent three days extracting the information used to come up with the list. That data was processed, analysed, scored and then reviewed by to ensure its accuracy.

Once the data was complete, another day was spent collating the information to be released to media.

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