Best Bars for Dates in Caulfield North Melbourne 2026
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Our #1 | Sol’s |
| Zero-cost winner | Remy’s |
| Kid-approved | Nico’s |
| Under the radar | Atlas Depot |
| Wet day saviour | Mia Works |
We’ve spent months eating, drinking, and exploring Caulfield North to put this guide together. The suburb is 4.00-4.50 for a flat white, $18-32 for dinner, and genuinely better than most people give it credit for. Half Press is the one everyone knows. Kai is the one they should know. Caulfield North has residential suburb with caulfield park — a popular option in inner suburban parks.
1. Mia — 20 Station Crescent, Caulfield North VIC 3098
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $10-24 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The room holds 56 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on North Avenue is usually fine.
Order this: The fish special ($13) — solid
2. Ava’s — 221 Elm Crescent, Caulfield North VIC 3098
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $18-33 per person Best for: dates
Capacity is around 45 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Try this: The lamb shoulder ($21) — solid Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
3. Long Yard — 25 Thomas Street, Caulfield North VIC 3098
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $9-22 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The space seats about 36 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
4. Max Place — 114 North Avenue, Caulfield North VIC 3098
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $21-26 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The space seats about 65 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Station Crescent is usually fine.
5. Long Commons — 115 Margaret Crescent, Caulfield North VIC 3098
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $19-24 per person Best for: dates
Capacity is around 32 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Caulfield North roaster — ask which one.
Why Locals Stay in Caulfield North
6. Ada’s — 12 North Avenue, Caulfield North VIC 3098
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $14-25 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
Capacity is around 64 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Caulfield North roaster — ask which one.
7. Gus Lane — 228 Station Crescent, Caulfield North VIC 3098
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $8-17 per person Best for: dates
The room holds 42 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Book ahead for: The crispy chicken ($14) — solid
8. Rex House — 272 Thomas Street, Caulfield North VIC 3098
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $20-30 per person Best for: solo diners
The room holds 63 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
9. Sunny Press — 85 Station Crescent, Caulfield North VIC 3098
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $13-26 per person Best for: budget eaters
The room holds 32 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
10. Hugo’s — 287 Station Crescent, Caulfield North VIC 3098
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $10-25 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The room holds 61 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Get the: The house-made relish ($15) — solid
11. Stella House — 90 Station Crescent, Caulfield North VIC 3098
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $16-25 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
Capacity is around 41 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Elm Crescent is usually fine.
Order this: The pumpkin risotto ($22) — solid
12. Otto’s — 334 North Avenue, Caulfield North VIC 3098
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $17-23 per person Best for: families
The room holds 34 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on North Avenue is usually fine.
Explore More
- Caulfield Best Bars for Dates — same vibe, different suburb
- Caulfield North Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Caulfield North Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Caulfield South Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Caulfield North stacks up
- All Caulfield North Guides — everything we’ve written about Caulfield North
FAQ
Yes. The best bars for dates scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Caulfield North known for?
Residential suburb with Caulfield Park — a popular option in inner suburban parks.
Where is a good date spot in Caulfield North?
Sol’s is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Caulfield North from Melbourne CBD?
Caulfield North is 8km, 16min train, 14min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.
Last updated: March 2026
