A multi-layered cake made with honey and caramel cream, which has become a modern cult favorite in Perth's dessert scene.
4 top-rated spots found
The Honeycake
The Original Honeycake
Czech / Eastern European
· $$
· Perth CBD
★★★★½ 4.8
450 reviews
Local LegendClassicInstagrammable
9.8
Flavor
7.5
Value
9.2
Vibe
Widely considered the gold standard in Western Australia, this shop specializes exclusively in a centuries-old Bohemian recipe. Unlike traditional Russian versions that use sour cream, this version features distinct, hand-rolled layers of honey-infused dough held together by a rich, milky caramel filling. The texture is famously 'melt-in-your-mouth' and the use of raw honey from the Margaret River region provides a deep, floral complexity.
📍 State Buildings, Cor St Georges Tce & Barrack St, Perth WA 6000 · View on Maps
Medovik Honey Cake
Traditional Medovik
Russian
· $$
· Balcatta
★★★★½ 4.9
56 reviews
Hidden GemAuthenticLocal Favorite
9.4
Flavor
8.8
Value
7
Vibe
For those seeking the authentic Russian 'Medovik' experience, this Balcatta-based specialist is the top choice. Reviewers praise the balance of sweetness, noting that the cake is moist and light rather than overly sugary. It follows the traditional method of allowing the honey layers to soften into the cream over 24-48 hours, resulting in a perfectly integrated, sponge-like texture.
While Corica is world-famous for its Apple Strudel, their Honey Cake is a sleeper hit among Perth locals. It offers a more 'cake-like' experience compared to the thin-layered Czech versions, featuring spiced honey sponge and decadent caramel. It is a staple for local families who have been visiting this Northbridge institution for decades.
📍 106 Aberdeen St, Northbridge WA 6003 · View on Maps
The Honeycake (Fremantle)
Pandan-Coconut Honeycake
Fusion / Eastern European
· $$
· Fremantle
★★★★½ 4.7
319 reviews
Must-VisitUnique FlavorMarket Gem
9.6
Flavor
7.8
Value
8.5
Vibe
Located in the historic Fremantle Markets, this stall offers a tropical Australian twist on the classic recipe. The Pandan-Coconut version is a cult favorite, blending the aromatic, grassy notes of pandan leaf with the creamy texture of the honey layers. It represents the multicultural culinary spirit of Perth.
📍 Fremantle Markets, Henderson St, Fremantle WA 6160 · View on Maps