Best Thai Food in Derrimut Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Top pick | Blue Commons |
| Free highlight | Leo Pantry |
| Family-friendly | Old Place |
| Locals only | Bench |
| Indoor option | The Bright Mill |
1. Long Social — 244 Ash Street, Derrimut VIC 3122
What it is: (thai food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $21-34 per person Best for: solo diners
The room holds 32 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Park Parade is usually fine.
2. Remy — 295 Bay Place, Derrimut VIC 3122
What it is: (thai food) A quiet achiever Cost: $15-22 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
Capacity is around 41 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Bay Place is usually fine.
3. Kai — 319 Ash Street, Derrimut VIC 3122
What it is: (thai food) A solid local spot Cost: $21-34 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
Capacity is around 40 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Ash Street is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
4. Ava Local — 313 Ash Street, Derrimut VIC 3122
What it is: (thai food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $9-14 per person Best for: groups
Capacity is around 34 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Henry Street is usually fine.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Derrimut roaster — ask which one.
5. The Long Corner — 51 Henry Street, Derrimut VIC 3122
What it is: (thai food) No-frills excellence Cost: $11-25 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The space seats about 37 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Bay Place is usually fine.
The Derrimut That Locals Know
Primarily industrial and logistics hub with newer residential pockets on the western edge. The best thai food options here reflect Derrimut’s character. For Derrimut 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.
6. Theo — 4 Bay Place, Derrimut VIC 3122
What it is: (thai food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $18-30 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
Capacity is around 46 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Ask for: The mushroom pasta ($23) — solid Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
7. Southern Room — 83 Bay Place, Derrimut VIC 3122
What it is: (thai food) A solid local spot Cost: $12-27 per person Best for: dates
The room holds 42 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Henry Street is usually fine.
8. Ada Depot — 146 Ash Street, Derrimut VIC 3122
What it is: (thai food) No-frills excellence Cost: $14-25 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The space seats about 64 — 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.
9. Lena Corner — 142 Bay Place, Derrimut VIC 3122
What it is: (thai food) No-frills excellence Cost: $12-22 per person Best for: groups
The space seats about 52 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Henry Street is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
10. Ada’s — 199 Anderson Terrace, Derrimut VIC 3122
What it is: (thai food) The one that surprised us Cost: $10-17 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The room holds 52 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Henry Street is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Derrimut farmers market when it runs.
11. Mia’s — 225 Park Parade, Derrimut VIC 3122
What it is: (thai food) A solid local spot Cost: $16-27 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
Capacity is around 43 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Order this: The sourdough bread ($22) — solid Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
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- Deer Park Best Thai Food — same vibe, different suburb
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- Derrimut Things to Do — the full activity guide
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- Compare Suburbs — see how Derrimut stacks up
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FAQ
What are the best best thai food options in Derrimut?
Blue Commons is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Derrimut good for best thai food?
Yes. Derrimut has 11+ genuine options. The scene is established and well worth exploring.
What is Derrimut known for?
Primarily industrial and logistics hub with newer residential pockets on the western edge.
How far is Derrimut from Melbourne CBD?
Derrimut is 30-40km, 40-55min train, 35-45min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Look — Derrimut 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
