Best Asian Food in Bonbeach Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | Vera |
| Best free option | Ash’s |
| Best for families | Ash Cellar |
| Best local secret | The Sunny Lane |
| Best for rainy days | Remy Place |
1. The Red Lane — 328 Chapel Road, Bonbeach VIC 3188
What it is: (asian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $11-21 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The room holds 32 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
2. The Green Lane — 366 Anderson Place, Bonbeach VIC 3188
What it is: (asian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $20-34 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The room holds 60 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
3. Gus Pantry — 159 River Grove, Bonbeach VIC 3188
What it is: (asian food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $15-28 per person Best for: remote workers
The space seats about 30 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
4. Iris — 189 Chapel Road, Bonbeach VIC 3188
What it is: (asian food) A solid local spot Cost: $20-27 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The space seats about 65 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Bonbeach roaster — ask which one.
5. New Works — 214 Chapel Road, Bonbeach VIC 3188
What it is: (asian food) A quiet achiever Cost: $9-24 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The room holds 34 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Bonbeach roaster — ask which one.
6. Remy — 113 Bourke Crescent, Bonbeach VIC 3188
What it is: (asian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $14-24 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
Capacity is around 34 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Anderson Place is usually fine.
Bonbeach — The Honest Version
Small bayside suburb between Chelsea and Carrum. Bonbeach station provides rail access. The best asian food options here reflect Bonbeach’s character. Whether you’re based in Bonbeach 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. Nell House — 303 Chapel Road, Bonbeach VIC 3188
What it is: (asian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $18-30 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The space seats about 64 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Chapel Road is usually fine.
Book ahead for: The crispy chicken ($21) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Bonbeach farmers market when it runs.
8. The Tall Quarter — 178 Church Parade, Bonbeach VIC 3188
What it is: (asian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $20-25 per person Best for: dates
Capacity is around 42 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Bonbeach farmers market when it runs.
9. Mabel — 319 Anderson Place, Bonbeach VIC 3188
What it is: (asian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $14-27 per person Best for: solo diners
Capacity is around 46 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Anderson Place is usually fine.
10. Mabel’s — 54 River Grove, Bonbeach VIC 3188
What it is: (asian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $13-19 per person Best for: families
The space seats about 55 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Chapel Road is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
11. Honest Commons — 319 Anderson Place, Bonbeach VIC 3188
What it is: (asian food) A local institution Cost: $10-15 per person Best for: families
The room holds 56 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Bonbeach farmers market when it runs.
12. Luna’s — 128 Anderson Place, Bonbeach VIC 3188
What it is: (asian food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $17-30 per person Best for: dates
The room holds 57 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
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FAQ
What are the best best asian food options in Bonbeach?
Vera is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Bonbeach good for best asian food?
Yes. Bonbeach has 12+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Bonbeach known for?
Small bayside suburb between Chelsea and Carrum.
How far is Bonbeach from Melbourne CBD?
Bonbeach is 18-41km, 32-55min train, 25-47min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.
Last updated: March 2026
