Best Thai Food in Alphington Melbourne — 2026 Guide

We’ve tested every best thai food option in Alphington to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Golden Union is the one everyone knows. Common Room is the sleeper. Prices are fair — coffee at $4.50-5.00, dinner at $22-38. Small inner-north suburb on the Yarra River. Alphington sits in the Middle North corridor, 6km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best thai food scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Alphington since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.

1. The Little Cellar — 62 High Drive, Alphington VIC 3077

What it is: (thai food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $12-27 per person Best for: budget eaters

The Little Cellar has been operating in Alphington for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the pumpkin risotto ($14) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 35 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. Street parking on Station Place is usually fine.

Order this: The pumpkin risotto ($18) — the best version in Alphington Insider tip: The back courtyard has tables nobody knows about.

2. Sunny Depot — 29 Rowan Parade, Alphington VIC 3077

What it is: (thai food) A local institution Cost: $9-14 per person Best for: remote workers

Sunny Depot has been operating in Alphington for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the charcuterie board ($12) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 45 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. Street parking on James Grove is usually fine.

Try this: The charcuterie board ($11) — the best version in Alphington Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.

3. The White Press — 209 Rowan Parade, Alphington VIC 3077

What it is: (thai food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $18-29 per person Best for: dates

The White Press has been operating in Alphington for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the sourdough bread ($22) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 53 — book for Friday and Saturday. Service is efficient without being rushed. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Go for: The sourdough bread ($21) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.

4. Atlas — 147 High Drive, Alphington VIC 3077

What it is: (thai food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $8-13 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy

Atlas has been operating in Alphington for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the fish special ($10) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 51 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Don’t miss: The fish special ($10) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

Why Locals Stay in Alphington

Small inner-north suburb on the Yarra River. Former Alphington Paper Mill site now a major mixed-use development. The best thai food options here reflect Alphington’s character. If you’re living in or near Alphington, 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.

5. Finn’s — 117 High Drive, Alphington VIC 3077

What it is: (thai food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $18-25 per person Best for: families

Finn’s has been operating in Alphington for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($22) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 34 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Worth knowing: The house-made relish ($23) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

6. Blue Table — 30 High Drive, Alphington VIC 3077

What it is: (thai food) A quiet achiever Cost: $22-34 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200

Blue Table has been operating in Alphington for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the lamb shoulder ($24) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 43 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Ask for: The lamb shoulder ($27) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.

7. Ruby’s — 339 High Drive, Alphington VIC 3077

What it is: (thai food) Worth the detour Cost: $21-26 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet

Ruby’s has been operating in Alphington for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the pumpkin risotto ($21) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 34 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Book ahead for: The pumpkin risotto ($26) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: The back courtyard has tables nobody knows about.

8. Zara Works — 81 Rowan Parade, Alphington VIC 3077

What it is: (thai food) The one that surprised us Cost: $12-17 per person Best for: budget eaters

Zara Works has been operating in Alphington for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the lamb shoulder ($12) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 40 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Start with: The lamb shoulder ($14) — the best version in Alphington Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

9. Stella’s — 354 Station Place, Alphington VIC 3077

What it is: (thai food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $9-18 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book

Stella’s has been operating in Alphington for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($12) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 56 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Come back for: The house-made relish ($15) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: They source produce from Alphington farmers market when it runs.

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FAQ

What are the best best thai food options in Alphington?

Gus’s is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Alphington good for best thai food?

Yes. Alphington has 9+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.

What is Alphington known for?

Small inner-north suburb on the Yarra River.

How far is Alphington from Melbourne CBD?

Alphington is 6km, 15min train, 12min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Alphington isn’t trying to be the next Fitzroy. It doesn’t need to be. What it does, it does with zero pretension and real substance. That’s worth more than a trendy postcode.

Last updated: March 2026