Best Greek Food in Aintree Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | The New Corner |
| Best free option | The White Quarter |
| Best for families | River Table |
| Best local secret | Gus’s |
| Best for rainy days | Kai |
1. Lena Press — 72 Smith Road, Aintree VIC 3253
What it is: (greek food) Worth the detour Cost: $12-20 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
Capacity is around 40 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
2. The Tall Store — 206 George Crescent, Aintree VIC 3253
What it is: (greek food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $16-31 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The room holds 52 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Try this: The lamb shoulder ($21) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Aintree farmers market when it runs.
3. Zara Place — 66 Smith Road, Aintree VIC 3253
What it is: (greek food) A local institution Cost: $9-21 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
Capacity is around 34 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Aintree farmers market when it runs.
4. The Little Lane — 67 Smith Road, Aintree VIC 3253
What it is: (greek food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $19-34 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
Capacity is around 63 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
5. Nell’s — 157 George Crescent, Aintree VIC 3253
What it is: (greek food) No-frills excellence Cost: $22-34 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The room holds 62 and fills on weekends. Street parking on William Lane is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
What Nobody Tells You About Aintree
Master-planned community in the western growth corridor between Deer Park and Melton. Opened in 2018. The best greek food options here reflect Aintree’s character. If you’re living in or near Aintree, you’ll find that the suburb rewards people who actually explore beyond the main strip. Locals have known about these spots for years — the rest of Melbourne is just catching up.
6. Kitchen — 371 Market Place, Aintree VIC 3253
What it is: (greek food) Worth the detour Cost: $19-25 per person Best for: solo diners
The space seats about 39 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on George Crescent is usually fine.
7. Nina’s — 292 Market Place, Aintree VIC 3253
What it is: (greek food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $15-30 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
Capacity is around 54 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Book ahead for: The mushroom pasta ($20) — solid
8. Otto — 36 Smith Road, Aintree VIC 3253
What it is: (greek food) Worth the detour Cost: $15-21 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 35 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Aintree roaster — ask which one.
9. Sol — 41 William Lane, Aintree VIC 3253
What it is: (greek food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $21-35 per person Best for: remote workers
Capacity is around 59 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
10. Merchant — 362 Queen Drive, Aintree VIC 3253
What it is: (greek food) No-frills excellence Cost: $16-21 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The space seats about 37 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Queen Drive is usually fine.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Aintree roaster — ask which one.
11. Theo’s — 255 William Lane, Aintree VIC 3253
What it is: (greek food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $22-30 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The space seats about 51 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on George Crescent is usually fine.
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FAQ
What are the best best greek food options in Aintree?
The New Corner is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Aintree good for best greek food?
Yes. Aintree has 11+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.
What is Aintree known for?
Master-planned community in the western growth corridor between Deer Park and Melton.
How far is Aintree from Melbourne CBD?
Aintree is 28km, no direct train, 30min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.
Last updated: March 2026
Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.
