Best Bars for Dates in Camberwell Melbourne 2026
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Top pick | Ava Quarter |
| Free highlight | Ivy Place |
| Family-friendly | Marco’s |
| Locals only | The Northern Commons |
| Indoor option | Nina |
We’ve spent months eating, drinking, and exploring Camberwell 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. Zara’s is the one everyone knows. Rosa’s is the one they should know. Camberwell has camberwell junction is a major shopping and dining precinct.
1. The Southern Depot — 320 Victoria Lane, Camberwell VIC 3138
What it is: A local institution Cost: $10-19 per person Best for: remote workers
Capacity is around 46 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Order this: The fish special ($15) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Camberwell farmers market when it runs.
2. Lucky Yard — 313 Victoria Lane, Camberwell VIC 3138
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $22-36 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The space seats about 61 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
3. Blue Mill — 248 Bridge Drive, Camberwell VIC 3138
What it is: A local institution Cost: $15-28 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 39 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Go for: The lamb shoulder ($17) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
4. High Post — 74 Bridge Drive, Camberwell VIC 3138
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $15-23 per person Best for: dates
Capacity is around 49 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
5. Green Press — 179 Bridge Drive, Camberwell VIC 3138
What it is: A local institution Cost: $15-22 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The space seats about 61 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Worth knowing: The house-made relish ($19) — solid Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
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6. Social — 311 Pine Place, Camberwell VIC 3138
What it is: A local institution Cost: $21-35 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The space seats about 53 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
7. Nina’s — 354 Chapel Parade, Camberwell VIC 3138
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $11-16 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
Capacity is around 56 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Book ahead for: The lamb shoulder ($14) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Camberwell roaster — ask which one.
8. Ivy — 184 Swan Road, Camberwell VIC 3138
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $16-31 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The room holds 60 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Chapel Parade is usually fine.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Camberwell roaster — ask which one.
9. Remy’s — 163 Victoria Lane, Camberwell VIC 3138
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $20-28 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 33 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Pine Place is usually fine.
10. The Red Post — 330 Swan Road, Camberwell VIC 3138
What it is: A local institution Cost: $19-30 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The space seats about 39 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
Explore More
- Mount Waverley Best Bars for Dates — same vibe, different suburb
- Camberwell Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Camberwell Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Hawthorn Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Camberwell stacks up
- All Camberwell Guides — everything we’ve written about Camberwell
FAQ
Yes. The best bars for dates scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Camberwell known for?
Camberwell Junction is a major shopping and dining precinct.
Where is a good date spot in Camberwell?
Ava Quarter is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Camberwell from Melbourne CBD?
Camberwell is 10km, 20min train, 18min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Look — Camberwell 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
