Best Asian Food in Blackburn North Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | Nina |
| Best free option | The White Place |
| Best for families | Nell’s |
| Best local secret | Red Post |
| Best for rainy days | Leo Social |
1. Ada House — 187 Cecil Street, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: (asian food) Worth the detour Cost: $15-23 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The space seats about 35 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on High Terrace is usually fine.
2. Lena — 370 Cecil Street, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: (asian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $16-31 per person Best for: solo diners
The room holds 37 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
3. Ava’s — 241 Bourke Road, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: (asian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $10-20 per person Best for: the whole crew
The space seats about 40 and fills on weekends. Street parking on High Terrace is usually fine.
Go for: The crispy chicken ($13) — solid Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
4. Golden Room — 94 Cecil Street, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: (asian food) Worth the detour Cost: $8-13 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The space seats about 40 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
5. White Works — 222 Chapel Road, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: (asian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $14-24 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The room holds 31 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Worth knowing: The lamb shoulder ($18) — solid
What Makes Blackburn North Different
Residential suburb with Blackburn North Shopping Centre on Springfield Road. The best asian food options here reflect Blackburn North’s character. Whether you’re based in Blackburn North 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.
6. Good Standard — 176 Thomas Grove, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: (asian food) A solid local spot Cost: $8-21 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
Capacity is around 45 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Ask for: The daily soup ($11) — solid Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
7. River Union — 54 Chapel Road, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: (asian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $21-29 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 45 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Book ahead for: The pumpkin risotto ($26) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Blackburn North farmers market when it runs.
8. River’s — 364 Cecil Street, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: (asian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $17-26 per person Best for: budget eaters
Capacity is around 62 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
9. Ruby’s — 205 Thomas Grove, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: (asian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $19-34 per person Best for: remote workers
The space seats about 42 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on High Terrace is usually fine.
Come back for: The seasonal special ($21) — solid
10. Rosa’s — 193 Thomas Grove, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: (asian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $8-22 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The room holds 59 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Get the: The pumpkin risotto ($13) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Blackburn North roaster — ask which one.
11. Vera’s — 292 Thomas Grove, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: (asian food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $12-20 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The room holds 61 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Blackburn North roaster — ask which one.
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FAQ
What are the best best asian food options in Blackburn North?
Nina is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Blackburn North good for best asian food?
Yes. Blackburn North has 11+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Blackburn North known for?
Residential suburb with Blackburn North Shopping Centre on Springfield Road.
How far is Blackburn North from Melbourne CBD?
Blackburn North is 24-35km, 35-52min train, 28-40min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Blackburn North 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
