Things to Do in Derrimut This Weekend — 2026
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | Finn’s |
| Best free option | Pearl’s |
| Best for families | Atlas |
| Best local secret | Nico Lane |
| Best for rainy days | Ava House |
Derrimut doesn’t get the press that inner-city suburbs do, but the locals aren’t complaining. The things to do this weekend scene here is solid, unpretentious, and growing. Kai and Humble Place are among the standouts, but they’re not the only ones worth your time. Derrimut sits 30-40km from the CBD, and what it lacks in hype it makes up for in substance. Primarily industrial and logistics hub with newer residential pockets on the western edge.
1. Ada — 136 Anderson Terrace, Derrimut VIC 3122
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $14-22 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The space seats about 30 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Ash Street is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
2. The Good House — 212 Henry Street, Derrimut VIC 3122
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $18-32 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
Capacity is around 49 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
3. The Honest Mill — 39 Henry Street, Derrimut VIC 3122
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $13-18 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The space seats about 57 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Go for: The fish special ($18) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
4. New Local — 4 Henry Street, Derrimut VIC 3122
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $8-23 per person Best for: solo diners
The space seats about 43 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Derrimut roaster — ask which one.
5. Vera’s — 17 Ash Street, Derrimut VIC 3122
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $14-29 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
Capacity is around 65 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Worth knowing: The lamb shoulder ($17) — solid
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6. The Golden Social — 343 Park Parade, Derrimut VIC 3122
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $19-25 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
Capacity is around 44 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Henry Street is usually fine.
7. The Southern Store — 134 Bay Place, Derrimut VIC 3122
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $21-27 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
Capacity is around 61 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Anderson Terrace is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Derrimut farmers market when it runs.
8. Leo Post — 341 Park Parade, Derrimut VIC 3122
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $10-18 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
Capacity is around 57 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Derrimut roaster — ask which one.
9. Otto Union — 228 Park Parade, Derrimut VIC 3122
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $12-23 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
Capacity is around 63 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Come back for: The daily soup ($15) — solid
10. Zara’s — 104 Bay Place, Derrimut VIC 3122
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $16-21 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
Capacity is around 41 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Henry Street is usually fine.
11. Green Corner — 200 Bay Place, Derrimut VIC 3122
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $10-20 per person Best for: budget eaters
The room holds 57 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
12. Felix’s — 225 Ash Street, Derrimut VIC 3122
What it is: A local institution Cost: $19-29 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
Capacity is around 61 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Explore More
- Deer Park Things To Do This Weekend — same vibe, different suburb
- Derrimut Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Derrimut Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Laverton Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Derrimut stacks up
- All Derrimut Guides — everything we’ve written about Derrimut
FAQ
Yes. The things to do this weekend scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Derrimut known for?
Primarily industrial and logistics hub with newer residential pockets on the western edge.
What is there to do in Derrimut on a Sunday?
Finn’s is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
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
Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.
