Best Thai Food in Chirnside Park Melbourne — 2026 Guide
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| No-cost pick | Vera | | Best with kids | Atlas | | Hidden spot | Blue Corner | | Bad weather pick | Vera |
The best thai food scene in Chirnside Park is better than most people realise. Start at Luna’s, then check out The Sunny Works. Home to Chirnside Park Shopping Centre — the main retail hub for outer-east suburbs entering the Yarra Valley. Located 24-35km from the CBD, Chirnside Park is part of Melbourne’s Outer East region — an area that’s seen serious growth in recent years. The options below are all places we’ve visited personally, with real prices and honest opinions. No fluff, no affiliate nonsense. Just the spots that Chirnside Park locals actually recommend.
1. Southern Cellar — 71 Chapel Street, Chirnside Park VIC 3150
What it is: (thai food) The one that surprised us Cost: $21-26 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The space seats about 56 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Chirnside Park farmers market when it runs.
2. Gus Lane — 226 Chapel Street, Chirnside Park VIC 3150
What it is: (thai food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $9-19 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
Capacity is around 32 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
3. Iris’s — 211 Young Lane, Chirnside Park VIC 3150
What it is: (thai food) Worth the detour Cost: $17-28 per person Best for: dates
The room holds 33 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Chirnside Park roaster — ask which one.
4. Ruby House — 221 Chapel Street, Chirnside Park VIC 3150
What it is: (thai food) The one that surprised us Cost: $15-23 per person Best for: dates
The room holds 34 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Chapel Street is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Chirnside Park farmers market when it runs.
5. Oliver Standard — 360 Chapel Street, Chirnside Park VIC 3150
What it is: (thai food) A solid local spot Cost: $14-21 per person Best for: solo diners
The room holds 42 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Chapel Street is usually fine.
The Chirnside Park That Locals Know
Home to Chirnside Park Shopping Centre — the main retail hub for outer-east suburbs entering the Yarra Valley. The best thai food options here reflect Chirnside Park’s character. If you’re living in or near Chirnside Park, 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. The White Bench — 150 Smith Crescent, Chirnside Park VIC 3150
What it is: (thai food) Worth the detour Cost: $8-20 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
Capacity is around 39 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
7. Ash — 125 Blake Grove, Chirnside Park VIC 3150
What it is: (thai food) The one that surprised us Cost: $10-16 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
Capacity is around 32 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
8. Ada Store — 93 Smith Crescent, Chirnside Park VIC 3150
What it is: (thai food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $11-25 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
Capacity is around 52 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Start with: The charcuterie board ($15) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
9. Room — 12 Maple Avenue, Chirnside Park VIC 3150
What it is: (thai food) Worth the detour Cost: $12-18 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
Capacity is around 49 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Smith Crescent is usually fine.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Chirnside Park roaster — ask which one.
10. Marco Room — 65 Blake Grove, Chirnside Park VIC 3150
What it is: (thai food) No-frills excellence Cost: $10-15 per person Best for: the whole crew
Capacity is around 39 — 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. Rex — 117 Young Lane, Chirnside Park VIC 3150
What it is: (thai food) A solid local spot Cost: $11-21 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The room holds 63 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
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FAQ
What are the best best thai food options in Chirnside Park?
Ava is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Chirnside Park good for best thai food?
Yes. Chirnside Park has 11+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Chirnside Park known for?
Home to Chirnside Park Shopping Centre — the main retail hub for outer-east suburbs entering the Yarra Valley.
How far is Chirnside Park from Melbourne CBD?
Chirnside Park is 24-35km, 35-52min train, 28-40min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.
Last updated: March 2026
