Best Late Night Food in Box Hill South Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Top pick | Vera |
| Free highlight | Felix Press |
| Family-friendly | Humble Local |
| Locals only | The High Union |
| Indoor option | The Northern House |
1. Sol’s — 292 Bridge Place, Box Hill South VIC 3131
What it is: (late night food) A solid local spot Cost: $22-36 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
Capacity is around 47 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Rowan Parade is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
2. Iris Local — 70 Rowan Parade, Box Hill South VIC 3131
What it is: (late night food) A quiet achiever Cost: $21-27 per person Best for: budget eaters
Capacity is around 60 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Margaret Parade is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
3. Sol — 228 Margaret Parade, Box Hill South VIC 3131
What it is: (late night food) A local institution Cost: $17-22 per person Best for: families
The room holds 54 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Bridge Place is usually fine.
Go for: The fish special ($22) — solid Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
4. The Little Room — 236 Bay Road, Box Hill South VIC 3131
What it is: (late night food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $11-26 per person Best for: the whole crew
Capacity is around 32 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Bridge Place is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
5. Rex Pantry — 323 Bourke Drive, Box Hill South VIC 3131
What it is: (late night food) The one that surprised us Cost: $21-33 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
Capacity is around 49 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
6. Commons — 99 Bourke Drive, Box Hill South VIC 3131
What it is: (late night food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $16-26 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The space seats about 48 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
Why Locals Stay in Box Hill South
Quiet residential area between Box Hill and Burwood. Strong schools. The late night food options here reflect Box Hill South’s character. Whether you’re based in Box Hill South 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. The Good Room — 378 Margaret Parade, Box Hill South VIC 3131
What it is: (late night food) Worth the detour Cost: $17-23 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The room holds 55 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Bridge Place is usually fine.
Book ahead for: The house-made relish ($20) — solid Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
8. The Old Local — 14 Bridge Place, Box Hill South VIC 3131
What it is: (late night food) A quiet achiever Cost: $17-29 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
Capacity is around 64 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Bourke Drive is usually fine.
9. Honest Quarter — 246 Bay Road, Box Hill South VIC 3131
What it is: (late night food) Worth the detour Cost: $13-28 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The room holds 43 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Rowan Parade is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
10. Humble Social — 81 Bourke Drive, Box Hill South VIC 3131
What it is: (late night food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $19-34 per person Best for: remote workers
The room holds 53 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Rowan Parade is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
11. Canvas — 222 Margaret Parade, Box Hill South VIC 3131
What it is: (late night food) No-frills excellence Cost: $10-21 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
Capacity is around 32 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Order this: The seasonal special ($16) — solid
12. The Humble Mill — 356 Bay Road, Box Hill South VIC 3131
What it is: (late night food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $8-18 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The room holds 42 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Bay Road is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
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FAQ
What are the best late night food options in Box Hill South?
Vera is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Box Hill South good for late night food?
Yes. Box Hill South has 12+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.
What is Box Hill South known for?
Quiet residential area between Box Hill and Burwood.
How far is Box Hill South from Melbourne CBD?
Box Hill South is 14-22km, 25-38min train, 20-30min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Look — Box Hill South won’t win any design awards. But the food is honest, the prices are fair, and the locals actually know each other. In Melbourne, that’s increasingly rare.
Last updated: March 2026
