Best Thai Food in Box Hill Melbourne — 2026 Guide

We’ve tested every best thai food option in Box Hill to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. The Golden Cellar is the one everyone knows. Common Post is the sleeper. Prices are competitive — coffee at $4.50-5.50, dinner at $28-45. One of Melbourne’s best collections of Asian restaurants outside the CBD. Box Hill sits in the Middle East corridor, 14km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best thai food scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Box Hill since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.

1. Gus Store — 186 Smith Grove, Box Hill VIC 3139

What it is: (thai food) A solid local spot Cost: $14-24 per person Best for: budget eaters

Gus Store has been operating in Box Hill for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the lamb shoulder ($19) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 44 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Order this: The lamb shoulder ($19) — the best version in Box Hill Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.

2. The Sunny Corner — 65 Anderson Parade, Box Hill VIC 3139

What it is: (thai food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $15-23 per person Best for: budget eaters

The Sunny Corner has been operating in Box Hill for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the crispy chicken ($17) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 53 with outdoor seating for another 15. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on Park Road is usually fine.

Try this: The crispy chicken ($18) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: They source produce from Box Hill farmers market when it runs.

3. The New Mill — 134 Smith Grove, Box Hill VIC 3139

What it is: (thai food) The one that surprised us Cost: $22-30 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet

The New Mill has been operating in Box Hill for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the charcuterie board ($23) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 58 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on Main Crescent is usually fine.

Go for: The charcuterie board ($25) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

4. Rex’s — 325 Main Crescent, Box Hill VIC 3139

What it is: (thai food) No-frills excellence Cost: $18-27 per person Best for: dates

Rex’s has been operating in Box Hill for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($20) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 37 with outdoor seating for another 15. The team knows what they are doing. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Don’t miss: The daily soup ($23) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Come on a Tuesday for the quietest experience.

5. The High House — 119 Anderson Parade, Box Hill VIC 3139

What it is: (thai food) The one that surprised us Cost: $14-19 per person Best for: budget eaters

The High House has been operating in Box Hill for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the charcuterie board ($14) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 56 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Worth knowing: The charcuterie board ($17) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

What Makes Box Hill Different

One of Melbourne’s best collections of Asian restaurants outside the CBD. Box Hill Central is a significant food precinct. The best thai food options here reflect Box Hill’s character. For Box Hill locals and anyone in the area, 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. The High Union — 347 Main Crescent, Box Hill VIC 3139

What it is: (thai food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $12-23 per person Best for: remote workers

The High Union has been operating in Box Hill for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($16) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 42 with outdoor seating for another 15. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Ask for: The house-made relish ($15) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

7. The White Mill — 259 Smith Grove, Box Hill VIC 3139

What it is: (thai food) The one that surprised us Cost: $13-27 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book

The White Mill has been operating in Box Hill for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the mushroom pasta ($18) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 48 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Book ahead for: The mushroom pasta ($18) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.

8. Room — 14 Park Road, Box Hill VIC 3139

What it is: (thai food) No-frills excellence Cost: $11-23 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird

Room has been operating in Box Hill for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the charcuterie board ($12) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 53 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on Anderson Parade is usually fine.

Start with: The charcuterie board ($15) — the best version in Box Hill Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

9. Pearl House — 307 Park Road, Box Hill VIC 3139

What it is: (thai food) Worth the detour Cost: $13-18 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop

Pearl House has been operating in Box Hill for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the lamb shoulder ($15) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 41 with outdoor seating for another 15. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Come back for: The lamb shoulder ($15) — the best version in Box Hill Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.

10. Sunny Depot — 286 Anderson Parade, Box Hill VIC 3139

What it is: (thai food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $20-28 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet

Sunny Depot has been operating in Box Hill for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the lamb shoulder ($20) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 34 with outdoor seating for another 15. The team knows what they are doing. Street parking on Smith Grove is usually fine.

Get the: The lamb shoulder ($26) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

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FAQ

What are the best best thai food options in Box Hill?

Sol’s is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Box Hill good for best thai food?

Yes. Box Hill has 10+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.

What is Box Hill known for?

One of Melbourne’s best collections of Asian restaurants outside the CBD.

How far is Box Hill from Melbourne CBD?

Box Hill is 14km, 26min train, 22min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Look — Box Hill 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