Best Asian Food in Box Hill North Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Top pick | Oliver’s |
| Free highlight | Sol Commons |
| Family-friendly | The Red House |
| Locals only | Hazel |
| Indoor option | Red Commons |
The best asian food scene in Box Hill North is genuinely worth exploring. Start at Marco Quarter, then check out Otto Post. Residential suburb with Box Hill North Primary. Located 14-22km from the CBD, Box Hill North is part of Melbourne’s Middle East region — an area that’s seen serious growth in recent years. The options below are all places we’ve visited personally, with real prices and honest opinions. No fluff, no affiliate nonsense. Just the spots that Box Hill North locals actually recommend.
1. Oliver Bench — 35 Park Place, Box Hill North VIC 3126
What it is: (asian food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $10-18 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The room holds 65 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on George Grove is usually fine.
Order this: The charcuterie board ($15) — solid
2. Theo Store — 365 Park Place, Box Hill North VIC 3126
What it is: (asian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $22-31 per person Best for: solo diners
Capacity is around 56 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Victoria Avenue is usually fine.
3. The Honest Table — 342 Victoria Avenue, Box Hill North VIC 3126
What it is: (asian food) Worth the detour Cost: $17-27 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
Capacity is around 49 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Queen Avenue is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
4. The Old Press — 253 Victoria Avenue, Box Hill North VIC 3126
What it is: (asian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $14-20 per person Best for: dates
The space seats about 44 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Park Place is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
5. Leo Standard — 226 Queen Avenue, Box Hill North VIC 3126
What it is: (asian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $14-21 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The room holds 40 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Box Hill North — The Honest Version
Residential suburb with Box Hill North Primary. Elgar Park is the main public space. The best asian food options here reflect Box Hill North’s character. If you’re living in or near Box Hill North, 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. Ash Place — 344 George Grove, Box Hill North VIC 3126
What it is: (asian food) A local institution Cost: $17-22 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The space seats about 65 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Victoria Avenue is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Box Hill North farmers market when it runs.
7. Ada — 138 Albert Street, Box Hill North VIC 3126
What it is: (asian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $16-24 per person Best for: groups
The room holds 56 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
8. Remy Bench — 246 George Grove, Box Hill North VIC 3126
What it is: (asian food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $16-28 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The space seats about 41 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Box Hill North roaster — ask which one.
9. The Sunny Place — 285 Park Place, Box Hill North VIC 3126
What it is: (asian food) A quiet achiever Cost: $22-31 per person Best for: families
The room holds 47 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
10. Room — 225 Park Place, Box Hill North VIC 3126
What it is: (asian food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $9-19 per person Best for: groups
Capacity is around 54 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Get the: The crispy chicken ($13) — solid Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
11. Place — 68 George Grove, Box Hill North VIC 3126
What it is: (asian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $15-24 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The space seats about 52 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Park Place is usually fine.
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FAQ
What are the best best asian food options in Box Hill North?
Oliver’s is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Box Hill North good for best asian food?
Yes. Box Hill North has 11+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Box Hill North known for?
Residential suburb with Box Hill North Primary.
How far is Box Hill North from Melbourne CBD?
Box Hill North is 14-22km, 25-38min train, 20-30min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Box Hill North is the kind of suburb you move to for practical reasons and stay for the character. Give it six months. You’ll stop driving to the inner city for everything.
Last updated: March 2026
