High On 55

Fremantle lunch crowds pack the pavement for this bustling street-side joint—and with good reason. High On 55 slings a fiery, deeply aromatic collision of Vietnamese and Malaysian classics. Broth chasers routinely crown their chicken laksa the city’s absolute peak, boasting a rich, coconut-heavy rempah that demands every last slurp. More than just soup, the kitchen fires out stellar bún bò xào, massive hand-rolled spring rolls, and wicked spicy vegan noodles. Tables turn over at lightning speed during the midday rush. Snag an outdoor seat on High Street, order a cooling mango-mint tropical smoothie to cut the chili heat, and let the endlessly cheerful owners feed you. Fast, fiercely flavorful, and astonishingly cheap—this is everyday fusion done right.