Best Thai Food in Ashburton Melbourne — 2026 Guide

We’ve tested every best thai food option in Ashburton to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. White Post is the one everyone knows. Iris’s is the sleeper. Prices are fair — coffee at $4.50-5.00, dinner at $22-38. High Street Ashburton has genuine village character. Ashburton sits in the Middle South corridor, 12-18km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best thai food scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Ashburton since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.

1. The Golden Cellar — 2 Bourke Road, Ashburton VIC 3161

What it is: (thai food) Worth the detour Cost: $9-20 per person Best for: a quiet table for two

The Golden Cellar has been operating in Ashburton for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the fish special ($14) 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 37 with outdoor seating for another 15. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Order this: The fish special ($12) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: They source produce from Ashburton farmers market when it runs.

2. Iris Local — 207 Lake Crescent, Ashburton VIC 3161

What it is: (thai food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $21-34 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead

Iris Local has been operating in Ashburton for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the charcuterie board ($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.

Capacity is around 49 — book for Friday and Saturday. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on Bourke Road is usually fine.

Try this: The charcuterie board ($26) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.

3. The Little Room — 2 Main Crescent, Ashburton VIC 3161

What it is: (thai food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $14-25 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy

The Little Room has been operating in Ashburton for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the pumpkin risotto ($15) 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 61 — book for Friday and Saturday. The team knows what they are doing. Street parking on Main Crescent is usually fine.

Go for: The pumpkin risotto ($18) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

4. Nell — 88 Lake Crescent, Ashburton VIC 3161

What it is: (thai food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $16-30 per person Best for: a quiet table for two

Nell has been operating in Ashburton for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the sourdough bread ($19) 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 35 with outdoor seating for another 15. The team knows what they are doing. Street parking on Main Crescent is usually fine.

Don’t miss: The sourdough bread ($20) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.

The Ashburton That Locals Know

High Street Ashburton has genuine village character. Warner Reserve and Ashburton Park. The best thai food options here reflect Ashburton’s character. For Ashburton locals and anyone in the area, 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. Luna’s — 307 Bourke Road, Ashburton VIC 3161

What it is: (thai food) A solid local spot Cost: $9-17 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200

Luna’s has been operating in Ashburton for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the lamb shoulder ($13) 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.

The space seats about 60 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on High Street is usually fine.

Worth knowing: The lamb shoulder ($14) — the best version in Ashburton Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

6. Mia’s — 266 Margaret Avenue, Ashburton VIC 3161

What it is: (thai food) A local institution Cost: $13-21 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200

Mia’s has been operating in Ashburton for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the seasonal special ($18) 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 49 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Ask for: The seasonal special ($19) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.

7. White Depot — 255 Main Crescent, Ashburton VIC 3161

What it is: (thai food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $9-18 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird

White Depot has been operating in Ashburton for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($11) 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 59 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Book ahead for: The house-made relish ($14) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

8. The White Cellar — 329 Bourke Road, Ashburton VIC 3161

What it is: (thai food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $22-30 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd

The White Cellar has been operating in Ashburton for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($23) 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 50 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on Bourke Road is usually fine.

Start with: The house-made relish ($26) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.

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FAQ

What are the best best thai food options in Ashburton?

Golden Corner is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Ashburton good for best thai food?

Yes. Ashburton has 8+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.

What is Ashburton known for?

High Street Ashburton has genuine village character.

How far is Ashburton from Melbourne CBD?

Ashburton is 12-18km, 20-30min train, 18-25min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Ashburton 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