Best Burgers in Blackburn North Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | The Old Standard |
| Best free option | Humble Corner |
| Best for families | Operator |
| Best local secret | Social |
| Best for rainy days | Kai Post |
We’ve tested every best burgers option in Blackburn North to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Ava Press is the one everyone knows. Southern Place is the sleeper. Prices are fair — coffee at $4.00-4.50, dinner at $18-32. Residential suburb with Blackburn North Shopping Centre on Springfield Road. Blackburn North sits in the Outer East corridor, 24-35km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best burgers scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Blackburn North since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.
1. Rosa’s — 212 Bourke Road, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: (burgers) A solid local spot Cost: $17-29 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
Capacity is around 63 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Order this: The seasonal special ($19) — solid
2. Blue Union — 3 Chapel Road, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: (burgers) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $15-30 per person Best for: the whole crew
Capacity is around 35 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Try this: The pumpkin risotto ($17) — solid Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
3. Long Yard — 123 Bourke Road, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: (burgers) A local institution Cost: $13-21 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
Capacity is around 60 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
4. Mia’s — 63 Bourke Road, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: (burgers) A quiet achiever Cost: $14-22 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 60 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
5. Local — 263 Chapel Road, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: (burgers) A solid local spot Cost: $14-24 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The space seats about 52 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on High Terrace is usually fine.
The Reality of Blackburn North
Residential suburb with Blackburn North Shopping Centre on Springfield Road. The best burgers 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. Table — 157 Chapel Road, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: (burgers) A local institution Cost: $17-25 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
Capacity is around 50 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Blackburn North roaster — ask which one.
7. Max — 369 Chapel Road, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: (burgers) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $18-30 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
Capacity is around 38 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Book ahead for: The fish special ($21) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
8. Bench — 327 Thomas Grove, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: (burgers) The one regulars swear by Cost: $12-25 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The room holds 50 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on High Terrace is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Blackburn North farmers market when it runs.
9. Green Room — 140 Chapel Road, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: (burgers) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $13-26 per person Best for: remote workers
Capacity is around 35 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
10. Mabel Store — 366 Bourke Road, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: (burgers) Worth the detour Cost: $14-27 per person Best for: families
The room holds 61 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Thomas Grove is usually fine.
Get the: The mushroom pasta ($19) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Blackburn North roaster — ask which one.
11. The Golden Press — 327 Chapel Road, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: (burgers) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $15-27 per person Best for: groups
The space seats about 61 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Thomas Grove is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
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FAQ
What are the best best burgers options in Blackburn North?
The Old Standard is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Blackburn North good for best burgers?
Yes. Blackburn North has 11+ genuine options. The scene is established 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.
Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.
Last updated: March 2026
