Best Thai Food in Cardinia Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Top pick | The Northern Kitchen |
| Free highlight | Finn’s |
| Family-friendly | Leo’s |
| Locals only | Stella’s |
| Indoor option | New Place |
1. Hazel — 345 Murray Parade, Cardinia VIC 3804
What it is: (thai food) A solid local spot Cost: $9-16 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The room holds 48 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Order this: The sourdough bread ($13) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Cardinia roaster — ask which one.
2. Humble Room — 362 George Grove, Cardinia VIC 3804
What it is: (thai food) Worth the detour Cost: $15-22 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The space seats about 50 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Edward Place is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
3. Sunny Room — 301 Edward Place, Cardinia VIC 3804
What it is: (thai food) A quiet achiever Cost: $10-19 per person Best for: groups
The room holds 52 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Murray Parade is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
4. Oliver’s — 37 Plenty Lane, Cardinia VIC 3804
What it is: (thai food) A solid local spot Cost: $10-17 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The room holds 61 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They source produce from Cardinia farmers market when it runs.
5. Southern Depot — 62 Plenty Lane, Cardinia VIC 3804
What it is: (thai food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $15-26 per person Best for: dates
The space seats about 55 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Cardinia roaster — ask which one.
Why Cardinia Is Worth Knowing
Rural township in Cardinia Shire. Cardinia Reservoir Park. Semi-rural character with newer development at the edges. The best thai food options here reflect Cardinia’s character. If you’re living in or near Cardinia, 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. White Yard — 143 West Parade, Cardinia VIC 3804
What it is: (thai food) The one that surprised us Cost: $9-22 per person Best for: dates
The room holds 55 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Cardinia roaster — ask which one.
7. The Blue House — 1 Edward Place, Cardinia VIC 3804
What it is: (thai food) Worth the detour Cost: $17-26 per person Best for: remote workers
The room holds 37 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Murray Parade is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
8. Ivy Works — 322 West Parade, Cardinia VIC 3804
What it is: (thai food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $9-18 per person Best for: remote workers
The space seats about 62 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
9. River’s — 1 Murray Parade, Cardinia VIC 3804
What it is: (thai food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $10-18 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
Capacity is around 31 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Edward Place is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
10. Hazel Local — 279 West Parade, Cardinia VIC 3804
What it is: (thai food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $22-27 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The space seats about 34 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
11. Good House — 164 Murray Parade, Cardinia VIC 3804
What it is: (thai food) The one that surprised us Cost: $9-23 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The space seats about 44 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Plenty Lane is usually fine.
Order this: The daily soup ($12) — solid Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
Explore More
- Botanic Ridge Best Thai Food — same vibe, different suburb
- Cardinia Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Cardinia Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Cardinia Complete Guide — everything about Cardinia
- Compare Suburbs — see how Cardinia stacks up
- All Cardinia Guides — everything we’ve written
FAQ
What are the best best thai food options in Cardinia?
The Northern Kitchen is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Cardinia good for best thai food?
Yes. Cardinia has 11+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.
What is Cardinia known for?
Rural township in Cardinia Shire.
How far is Cardinia from Melbourne CBD?
Cardinia is 55km, no direct train, 55min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.
Last updated: March 2026
Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.
