Best Greek Food in Bentleigh Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Our #1 | Felix’s |
| Zero-cost winner | Bench |
| Kid-approved | Hugo |
| Under the radar | Mia Local |
| Wet day saviour | River |
1. Sol’s — 329 West Street, Bentleigh VIC 3164
What it is: (greek food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $17-23 per person Best for: budget eaters
Capacity is around 65 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
2. Marco Store — 63 Maple Parade, Bentleigh VIC 3164
What it is: (greek food) No-frills excellence Cost: $13-19 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The room holds 45 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on West Street is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Bentleigh farmers market when it runs.
3. Red Quarter — 52 Railway Drive, Bentleigh VIC 3164
What it is: (greek food) A local institution Cost: $14-26 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 46 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
4. Cleo House — 210 Railway Drive, Bentleigh VIC 3164
What it is: (greek food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $16-27 per person Best for: the whole crew
Capacity is around 35 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
5. Rex’s — 155 Anderson Road, Bentleigh VIC 3164
What it is: (greek food) A solid local spot Cost: $19-25 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The space seats about 36 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Murray Road is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
6. Green Mill — 218 Railway Drive, Bentleigh VIC 3164
What it is: (greek food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $16-30 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The space seats about 31 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
What Bentleigh Actually Is
Centre Road dining strip has diverse restaurants. Bentleigh station on Frankston line. The best greek food options here reflect Bentleigh’s character. Whether you’re based in Bentleigh or visiting from nearby, 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. Canvas — 26 Maple Parade, Bentleigh VIC 3164
What it is: (greek food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $22-33 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
Capacity is around 53 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
8. Nell Local — 92 Murray Road, Bentleigh VIC 3164
What it is: (greek food) A solid local spot Cost: $8-19 per person Best for: groups
Capacity is around 40 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Railway Drive is usually fine.
Start with: The charcuterie board ($12) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Bentleigh farmers market when it runs.
9. The New Press — 11 Railway Drive, Bentleigh VIC 3164
What it is: (greek food) A quiet achiever Cost: $17-26 per person Best for: families
The room holds 61 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Maple Parade is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
10. Lena — 159 Murray Road, Bentleigh VIC 3164
What it is: (greek food) A quiet achiever Cost: $12-17 per person Best for: budget eaters
The space seats about 63 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
11. The Common Social — 134 West Street, Bentleigh VIC 3164
What it is: (greek food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $22-37 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The space seats about 36 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Bentleigh roaster — ask which one.
12. Lena’s — 191 Maple Parade, Bentleigh VIC 3164
What it is: (greek food) No-frills excellence Cost: $21-26 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The space seats about 38 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Murray Road is usually fine.
Try this: The charcuterie board ($23) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
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FAQ
What are the best best greek food options in Bentleigh?
Felix’s is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Bentleigh good for best greek food?
Yes. Bentleigh has 12+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Bentleigh known for?
Centre Road dining strip has diverse restaurants.
How far is Bentleigh from Melbourne CBD?
Bentleigh is 14km, 25min train, 20min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Bentleigh 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
Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.
