Best Family Restaurants in Box Hill North Melbourne 2026
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Top pick | Sunny Room |
| Free highlight | The Common Post |
| Family-friendly | Theo’s |
| Locals only | Sol’s |
| Indoor option | Mia’s |
We’ve spent months eating, drinking, and exploring Box Hill North to put this guide together. The suburb is 4.50-5.50 for a flat white, $28-45 for dinner, and genuinely better than most people give it credit for. Finn’s is the one everyone knows. Nico’s is the one they should know. Box Hill North has residential suburb with box hill north primary.
1. Max’s — 27 George Grove, Box Hill North VIC 3126
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $16-23 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The space seats about 64 — 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.
2. Ada’s — 139 Queen Avenue, Box Hill North VIC 3126
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $19-28 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The space seats about 40 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Try this: The pumpkin risotto ($22) — solid Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
3. Half Bench — 286 Park Place, Box Hill North VIC 3126
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $18-28 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 33 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
4. Finn’s — 351 Queen Avenue, Box Hill North VIC 3126
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $12-21 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
Capacity is around 41 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
5. Depot — 238 George Grove, Box Hill North VIC 3126
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $15-21 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The room holds 52 — 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.
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6. Good Room — 13 Albert Street, Box Hill North VIC 3126
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $19-34 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The room holds 35 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
7. Green Bench — 57 George Grove, Box Hill North VIC 3126
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $17-31 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The room holds 63 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They source produce from Box Hill North farmers market when it runs.
8. Ivy’s — 274 Victoria Avenue, Box Hill North VIC 3126
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $11-17 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The space seats about 30 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on George Grove is usually fine.
Start with: The lamb shoulder ($17) — solid
9. Post — 80 Albert Street, Box Hill North VIC 3126
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $21-35 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The space seats about 34 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Come back for: The daily soup ($24) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
10. Old Social — 168 Albert Street, Box Hill North VIC 3126
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $18-33 per person Best for: budget eaters
The space seats about 64 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.
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- All Box Hill North Guides — everything we’ve written about Box Hill North
FAQ
Yes. The best restaurants for families scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Box Hill North known for?
Residential suburb with Box Hill North Primary.
What is the most family-friendly restaurant in Box Hill North?
Sunny Room is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
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
Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.
