Best Late Night Food in Ashwood Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Our #1 | Felix’s |
| Zero-cost winner | Southern Union |
| Kid-approved | Finn Works |
| Under the radar | Old Works |
| Wet day saviour | Stella’s |
We’ve tested every late night food option in Ashwood to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Gus Social is the one everyone knows. The Half Cellar is the sleeper. Prices are fair — coffee at $4.50-5.00, dinner at $22-38. Residential suburb with Ashwood High Street shops. Ashwood sits in the Middle South corridor, 12-18km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the late night food scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Ashwood since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.
1. Ash Cellar — 307 George Parade, Ashwood VIC 3166
What it is: (late night food) A quiet achiever Cost: $19-33 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
Capacity is around 45 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
2. Lucky Place — 60 William Place, Ashwood VIC 3166
What it is: (late night food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $15-22 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The space seats about 31 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They source produce from Ashwood farmers market when it runs.
3. Golden Cellar — 131 Elizabeth Terrace, Ashwood VIC 3166
What it is: (late night food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $9-22 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The space seats about 48 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on William Place is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
4. High Post — 246 Collins Terrace, Ashwood VIC 3166
What it is: (late night food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $11-19 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The space seats about 38 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
5. Collective — 353 Ash Grove, Ashwood VIC 3166
What it is: (late night food) No-frills excellence Cost: $16-23 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
Capacity is around 45 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Collins Terrace is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
6. The Long Post — 180 Elizabeth Terrace, Ashwood VIC 3166
What it is: (late night food) A local institution Cost: $11-16 per person Best for: the whole crew
Capacity is around 58 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Why Ashwood Is Worth Knowing
Residential suburb with Ashwood High Street shops. Close to Ashburton station. The late night food options here reflect Ashwood’s character. If you’re living in or near Ashwood, 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.
7. Marco — 13 Ash Grove, Ashwood VIC 3166
What it is: (late night food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $21-33 per person Best for: groups
The space seats about 40 and fills on weekends. Street parking on George Parade is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
8. Leo Post — 284 Elizabeth Terrace, Ashwood VIC 3166
What it is: (late night food) A solid local spot Cost: $11-22 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
Capacity is around 47 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Collins Terrace is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
9. Table — 292 William Place, Ashwood VIC 3166
What it is: (late night food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $18-31 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The room holds 64 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Come back for: The daily soup ($21) — solid Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
10. Table — 212 George Parade, Ashwood VIC 3166
What it is: (late night food) A local institution Cost: $13-27 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The room holds 38 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
11. Ruby’s — 168 Ash Grove, Ashwood VIC 3166
What it is: (late night food) The one that surprised us Cost: $13-22 per person Best for: groups
The space seats about 59 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on William Place is usually fine.
12. Vera Yard — 363 William Place, Ashwood VIC 3166
What it is: (late night food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $18-33 per person Best for: solo diners
The room holds 36 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on George Parade is usually fine.
Explore More
- Ashburton Late Night Food — same vibe, different suburb
- Ashwood Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Ashwood Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Ashwood Complete Guide — everything about Ashwood
- Compare Suburbs — see how Ashwood stacks up
- All Ashwood Guides — everything we’ve written
FAQ
What are the best late night food options in Ashwood?
Felix’s is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Ashwood good for late night food?
Yes. Ashwood has 12+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.
What is Ashwood known for?
Residential suburb with Ashwood High Street shops.
How far is Ashwood from Melbourne CBD?
Ashwood is 12-18km, 20-30min train, 18-25min drive from Melbourne CBD.
If you’re comparing Ashwood to inner-city options, stop. Different league, different game. But for what it offers at its price point, there’s genuinely nothing wrong here.
Last updated: March 2026
Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.
