Best Cheap Eats Under $15 in Burwood Melbourne 2026
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | The Green Works |
| Best free option | The Good Place |
| Best for families | Hazel’s |
| Best local secret | Blue Corner |
| Best for rainy days | Common Corner |
The cheap eats under 15 options here are genuine, well-priced, and run by people who actually live in the suburb. Start at Union, then work your way to The Old House. Deakin University Burwood campus anchors the suburb. This is Burwood in 2026.
1. Kai Table — 280 Blake Parade, Burwood VIC 3164
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $9-15 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The space seats about 48 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
2. Ash — 3 Henry Drive, Burwood VIC 3164
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $11-18 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
Capacity is around 30 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Henry Drive is usually fine.
Try this: The crispy chicken ($17) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Burwood farmers market when it runs.
3. Remy — 247 James Grove, Burwood VIC 3164
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $17-22 per person Best for: groups
Capacity is around 44 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Blake Parade is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
4. Red Mill — 325 Cecil Avenue, Burwood VIC 3164
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $14-26 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 63 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Lygon Lane is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
5. Iris Pantry — 204 Lygon Lane, Burwood VIC 3164
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $10-25 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The space seats about 33 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
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6. Felix’s — 71 Henry Drive, Burwood VIC 3164
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $13-26 per person Best for: solo diners
The room holds 33 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Ask for: The house-made relish ($19) — solid Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
7. Mill — 128 Lygon Lane, Burwood VIC 3164
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $21-33 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The space seats about 58 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Henry Drive is usually fine.
8. The Humble Table — 358 Cecil Avenue, Burwood VIC 3164
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $22-28 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The room holds 50 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Start with: The lamb shoulder ($27) — solid Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
9. Sol’s — 195 Lygon Lane, Burwood VIC 3164
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $18-23 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
Capacity is around 64 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
10. Pearl’s — 22 Lygon Lane, Burwood VIC 3164
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $12-18 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
Capacity is around 45 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Cecil Avenue is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
Explore More
- Ashwood Cheap Eats Under 15 — same vibe, different suburb
- Burwood Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Burwood Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Oakleigh Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Burwood stacks up
- All Burwood Guides — everything we’ve written about Burwood
FAQ
Yes. The cheap eats under 15 scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Burwood known for?
Deakin University Burwood campus anchors the suburb.
What can you eat for $10 or less in Burwood?
The Green Works is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Burwood from Melbourne CBD?
Burwood is 12-18km, 20-30min train, 18-25min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Burwood 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
