Best Thai Food in Collingwood Melbourne — 2026 Guide

We’ve tested every best thai food option in Collingwood to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. The Red Lane is the one everyone knows. Place is the sleeper. Prices are fair — coffee at $4.00-4.50, dinner at $18-32. Smith Street is one of Melbourne’s grittiest and most vibrant strips. Collingwood sits in the Inner East corridor, 3km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best thai food scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Collingwood since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.

1. Green Lane — 159 Albert Terrace, Collingwood VIC 3174

What it is: (thai food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $8-16 per person Best for: the whole crew

Green Lane has been operating in Collingwood for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($8) 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 52 with outdoor seating for another 15. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Order this: The daily soup ($12) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: They source produce from Collingwood farmers market when it runs.

2. The Honest Kitchen — 348 Bell Terrace, Collingwood VIC 3174

What it is: (thai food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $19-27 per person Best for: solo diners

The Honest Kitchen has been operating in Collingwood for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the sourdough bread ($23) 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 45 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Try this: The sourdough bread ($25) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.

3. Otto Place — 267 Bell Terrace, Collingwood VIC 3174

What it is: (thai food) No-frills excellence Cost: $17-25 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd

Otto Place has been operating in Collingwood for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the seasonal special ($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.

The space seats about 39 with outdoor seating for another 15. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on Albert Terrace is usually fine.

Go for: The seasonal special ($19) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Collingwood roaster — ask which one.

4. Hazel’s — 132 Albert Terrace, Collingwood VIC 3174

What it is: (thai food) Worth the detour Cost: $16-27 per person Best for: groups

Hazel’s has been operating in Collingwood for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($16) 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.

The room holds 59 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on William Terrace is usually fine.

Don’t miss: The house-made relish ($21) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

What Nobody Tells You About Collingwood

Smith Street is one of Melbourne’s grittiest and most vibrant strips. Craft breweries, galleries, and independent bars. The best thai food options here reflect Collingwood’s character. For Collingwood locals and anyone in the area, 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.

5. Southern Works — 317 William Terrace, Collingwood VIC 3174

What it is: (thai food) No-frills excellence Cost: $14-19 per person Best for: solo diners

Southern Works has been operating in Collingwood 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 quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 51 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on Albert Terrace is usually fine.

Worth knowing: The mushroom pasta ($18) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Come on a Tuesday for the quietest experience.

6. Ash — 20 William Terrace, Collingwood VIC 3174

What it is: (thai food) A local institution Cost: $10-23 per person Best for: a quiet table for two

Ash has been operating in Collingwood for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the mushroom pasta ($11) 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.

The room holds 63 with outdoor seating for another 15. The team knows what they are doing. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Ask for: The mushroom pasta ($14) — the best version in Collingwood Insider tip: Parking is free on Cecil Street after 6pm.

7. Rex — 20 Albert Terrace, Collingwood VIC 3174

What it is: (thai food) A solid local spot Cost: $10-21 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd

Rex has been operating in Collingwood for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the pumpkin risotto ($13) 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 33 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Book ahead for: The pumpkin risotto ($13) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: They source produce from Collingwood farmers market when it runs.

8. The Lucky Cellar — 9 William Terrace, Collingwood VIC 3174

What it is: (thai food) The one that surprised us Cost: $10-25 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200

The Lucky Cellar has been operating in Collingwood for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the lamb shoulder ($12) 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.

The space seats about 63 — book for Friday and Saturday. The team knows what they are doing. Street parking on Sydney Grove is usually fine.

Start with: The lamb shoulder ($16) — 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 thai food options in Collingwood?

Finn’s is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Collingwood good for best thai food?

Yes. Collingwood has 8+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.

What is Collingwood known for?

Smith Street is one of Melbourne’s grittiest and most vibrant strips.

How far is Collingwood from Melbourne CBD?

Collingwood is 3km, 10min tram, 8min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Collingwood isn’t trying to be the next Fitzroy. It doesn’t need to be. What it does, it does with zero pretension and real substance. That’s worth more than a trendy postcode.

Last updated: March 2026