Best Asian Food in Chadstone Melbourne — 2026 Guide

We’ve tested every best asian food option in Chadstone to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Ash Lane is the one everyone knows. Mia’s is the sleeper. Prices are fair — coffee at $4.50-5.00, dinner at $22-38. Home to Chadstone Shopping Centre — the largest shopping centre in the Southern Hemisphere. Chadstone sits in the Middle South corridor, 12-18km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best asian food scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Chadstone since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.

1. Place — 243 Margaret Drive, Chadstone VIC 3164

What it is: (asian food) A local institution Cost: $16-22 per person Best for: solo diners

Place has been operating in Chadstone for since the early 2020s 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 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on Willow Crescent is usually fine.

Order this: The mushroom pasta ($22) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.

2. Union — 44 Margaret Drive, Chadstone VIC 3164

What it is: (asian food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $16-25 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead

Union has been operating in Chadstone for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the seasonal special ($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.

The space seats about 51 with outdoor seating for another 15. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Try this: The seasonal special ($21) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.

3. Depot — 242 Bay Place, Chadstone VIC 3164

What it is: (asian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $19-30 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace

Depot has been operating in Chadstone for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the fish special ($22) 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 43 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on Willow Crescent is usually fine.

Go for: The fish special ($21) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.

4. Humble Standard — 83 Margaret Drive, Chadstone VIC 3164

What it is: (asian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $13-28 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird

Humble Standard has been operating in Chadstone for several years 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 seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 32 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. Street parking on Bay Place is usually fine.

Don’t miss: The mushroom pasta ($19) — the best version in Chadstone Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

5. Oliver — 192 Margaret Drive, Chadstone VIC 3164

What it is: (asian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $19-33 per person Best for: dates

Oliver has been operating in Chadstone for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the fish special ($22) 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.

Capacity is around 65 — book for Friday and Saturday. The team knows what they are doing. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Worth knowing: The fish special ($21) — the best version in Chadstone Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

Chadstone — The Honest Version

Home to Chadstone Shopping Centre — the largest shopping centre in the Southern Hemisphere. The best asian food options here reflect Chadstone’s character. Whether you’re based in Chadstone or visiting from nearby, 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. Ada’s — 253 Bay Place, Chadstone VIC 3164

What it is: (asian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $16-29 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird

Ada’s has been operating in Chadstone for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the mushroom pasta ($17) 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.

Capacity is around 53 with outdoor seating for another 15. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Ask for: The mushroom pasta ($19) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

7. Cellar — 75 Creek Lane, Chadstone VIC 3164

What it is: (asian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $22-28 per person Best for: solo diners

Cellar has been operating in Chadstone for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($24) 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.

Capacity is around 37 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on Creek Lane is usually fine.

Book ahead for: The house-made relish ($26) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: They source produce from Chadstone farmers market when it runs.

8. Kai — 73 Bay Place, Chadstone VIC 3164

What it is: (asian food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $19-33 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book

Kai has been operating in Chadstone for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the crispy chicken ($19) 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 58 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Start with: The crispy chicken ($21) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.

9. Sol — 245 Bell Drive, Chadstone VIC 3164

What it is: (asian food) A solid local spot Cost: $21-35 per person Best for: solo diners

Sol has been operating in Chadstone for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the lamb shoulder ($23) 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.

Capacity is around 46 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. Street parking on Creek Lane is usually fine.

Come back for: The lamb shoulder ($24) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: They source produce from Chadstone farmers market when it runs.

10. Ada’s — 206 Willow Crescent, Chadstone VIC 3164

What it is: (asian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $17-32 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book

Ada’s has been operating in Chadstone for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the pumpkin risotto ($21) 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 36 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Get the: The pumpkin risotto ($19) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

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FAQ

What are the best best asian food options in Chadstone?

The Humble House is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Chadstone good for best asian food?

Yes. Chadstone has 10+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.

What is Chadstone known for?

Home to Chadstone Shopping Centre — the largest shopping centre in the Southern Hemisphere.

How far is Chadstone from Melbourne CBD?

Chadstone is 12-18km, 20-30min train, 18-25min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Look — Chadstone 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