Il Lido, Cottesloe.

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Il Lido's al fresco area is popular with Cotteslocals and their dogs, but the sunny interior of this self-styled 'Italian canteen' is arguably even better. Breakfast and coffee attract early-bird swimmers, and throughout the day antipasto plates, house-made pasta and risottos, alongside a thoughtful beer and wine list, continue the culinary buzz. Linger for cocktails and an Indian Ocean sunset.