Best Asian Food in Aspendale Melbourne — 2026 Guide
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| No-cost pick | Ivy Room | | Best with kids | Lena’s | | Hidden spot | Hazel’s | | Bad weather pick | Gus Yard |
1. Nell Pantry — 136 Smith Drive, Aspendale VIC 3193
What it is: (asian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $11-18 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
Capacity is around 34 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Barkly Lane is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
2. Hazel Yard — 281 Smith Drive, Aspendale VIC 3193
What it is: (asian food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $8-16 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The room holds 31 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Try this: The daily soup ($12) — solid
3. Rex — 204 Thomas Avenue, Aspendale VIC 3193
What it is: (asian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $13-20 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The space seats about 38 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Queen Drive is usually fine.
4. The Lucky Bench — 335 Smith Drive, Aspendale VIC 3193
What it is: (asian food) A solid local spot Cost: $20-26 per person Best for: remote workers
Capacity is around 58 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Don’t miss: The fish special ($24) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Aspendale farmers market when it runs.
5. Room — 79 Plenty Lane, Aspendale VIC 3193
What it is: (asian food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $20-27 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
Capacity is around 59 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Thomas Avenue is usually fine.
6. Archive — 198 Thomas Avenue, Aspendale VIC 3193
What it is: (asian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $8-15 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 52 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
Aspendale — The Honest Version
Quiet bayside suburb with Aspendale Gardens reserve. Direct beach access via Aspendale station. The best asian food options here reflect Aspendale’s character. For Aspendale 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.
7. Commons — 102 Smith Drive, Aspendale VIC 3193
What it is: (asian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $10-19 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The room holds 47 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
8. New Bench — 317 Queen Drive, Aspendale VIC 3193
What it is: (asian food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $8-17 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The room holds 42 — 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.
9. The Half Mill — 164 Smith Drive, Aspendale VIC 3193
What it is: (asian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $8-13 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The room holds 58 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
10. Rex’s — 195 Barkly Lane, Aspendale VIC 3193
What it is: (asian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $9-19 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The room holds 33 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Thomas Avenue is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
11. Felix’s — 251 Smith Drive, Aspendale VIC 3193
What it is: (asian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $15-21 per person Best for: dates
The room holds 59 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Order this: The daily soup ($17) — solid Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
12. Remy Store — 203 Thomas Avenue, Aspendale VIC 3193
What it is: (asian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $14-22 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The space seats about 41 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Try this: The crispy chicken ($19) — solid
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FAQ
What are the best best asian food options in Aspendale?
Pearl is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Aspendale good for best asian food?
Yes. Aspendale has 12+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Aspendale known for?
Quiet bayside suburb with Aspendale Gardens reserve.
How far is Aspendale from Melbourne CBD?
Aspendale is 18-41km, 32-55min train, 25-47min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Aspendale 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
