Spritz, Music and Easy Saturdays: Why The Elford Has Become a Beaufort Street Favourite
There’s something effortless about a Saturday afternoon at The Elford. By the time the late afternoon light hits the front windows and the first people wander in for the Spritz Social Club, the whole venue feels like it’s slipping into weekend mode. It’s relaxed, warm and buzzing in that Mount Lawley way only Beaufort Street venues seem to master.
This isn’t the kind of session built around formality or big, structured meals. The Elford leans into a different kind of experience, one centred on good drinks, shared snacks and an atmosphere that gets people talking before they’ve even taken their first sip. The spritzes play a starring role, bringing that bright, European edge to an already lively part of town, and the whole afternoon unfolds with an ease that makes it hard to stop at just two hours.
A Late-Arvo Vibe That Feels Like the Real Start of the Weekend
The Elford has always understood how to set the tone. Step inside at the start of the session and you’ll hear the warm blend of chatter, glassware and a DJ guiding the room into the evening. It’s not loud for the sake of being loud, and it’s not trying to be a nightclub. It’s the kind of energy that lifts the group without overpowering the conversation.
Tables settle in quickly, couples easing into the weekend, small groups catching up after a long week, and bigger crews kicking off a night out. It feels social without being chaotic and lively without losing its sense of comfort. The music moves with the room, the lighting softens as the sun dips and everything naturally builds into that sweet spot between afternoon and evening.
Spritzes at the Heart of the Afternoon
While the Social Club has its own dedicated page for full details, the spirit of the session is unmistakable: think sunshine in a glass, citrus, herbs and a little fizz drifting through the room. Aperol, Limoncello, Hugo, Chandon Garden, these are the flavours that instantly transport you into weekend territory. The drinks arrive with pace, poured confidently, and there’s a rhythm to it all that keeps the table engaged without ever feeling rushed.
It’s social drinking in the easiest sense: relaxed, colourful and exactly what a Saturday should taste like. Non-drinkers still get the same experience, with alcohol-free spritz options crafted to feel just as grown-up, bright and refreshing as the real thing.
Grazing, Not Formality
The Elford keeps the food intentionally simple for this session. Instead of heavy plates or a three-course structure, they bring out a generous grazing board that sets the tone for a long afternoon. It anchors the table nicely, plenty to share, plenty to pick at, and the kind of mix that fits perfectly with spritzes and relaxed conversation.
It’s a lighter approach to bottomless, one that lets the drinks and the atmosphere lead while still giving everyone something satisfying to snack on. You’re never stuck waiting for the next plate and you never feel like the food interrupts the flow of the afternoon.
A DJ Soundtrack That Completes the Picture
The Elford’s DJs know exactly how to build a mood. Early in the session, the tracks are warm and mellow, giving people time to ease in. As the drinks flow and the room fills, the tempo rises just enough to carry the energy without pushing too far. It’s controlled, curated and perfectly suited to the space.
There’s always a moment, usually halfway through, where you can feel the room sync up: animated conversations, hands flicking through the air mid-story, groups swaying slightly, the sound of someone shouting “this is my song!” It’s subtle, but it’s the sign that the session has found its centre.
A Perfect Launchpad for the Rest of Your Saturday
One of the best things about the Spritz Social Club is how naturally it leads into the rest of the night. Finish up at 6 pm and you’ve got options. Stay for a few more drinks inside, wander along Beaufort Street to see where the evening takes you, or head to dinner with that early-evening buzz only a good social session can create.
It’s relaxed enough to be your entire plan and lively enough to be the perfect starting point for something bigger. The central Mount Lawley location makes it easy, whether you’re coming from nearby or meeting friends from around Perth.
For Anyone Who Wants Their Weekend to Feel Like Something
Spritz Social Club pulls a crowd that wants a bit of fun, a bit of flavour, and a setting that doesn’t take itself too seriously. It appeals to groups who want to celebrate without the pressure of a full event, mates who haven’t caught up in too long, couples looking for something different and anyone who enjoys a Saturday that feels like an occasion without the effort.
There’s no dress code, no expectations and no pressure, just two hours that feel good from the first pour to the last track.
The Bottom Line: Saturdays Hit Better at The Elford
Spritz Social Club isn’t trying to be the biggest session in Perth. It’s simply trying to be the most enjoyable one, and it nails it. Bright spritzes, easy snacks, a soundtrack with personality and a room that knows exactly how to host a good time.
If your idea of a great weekend is a drink in hand, good music, a table of friends and zero stress, then this Saturday session is exactly where you’ll want to be.
Cheers to that.
