Best Pizza in Doveton Melbourne — 2026 Local Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | Hugo Pantry |
| Best free option | Green Store |
| Best for families | The Southern Standard |
| Best local secret | Ash Place |
| Best for rainy days | Rex |
1. Stella Store — 72 Rowan Grove, Doveton VIC 3805
What it is: (pizza) The one regulars swear by Cost: $8-13 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
Capacity is around 32 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Order this: The sourdough bread ($10) — solid
2. Kitchen — 289 North Terrace, Doveton VIC 3805
What it is: (pizza) No-frills excellence Cost: $9-16 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
Capacity is around 40 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Try this: The daily soup ($15) — solid Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
3. Vera Bench — 133 Main Avenue, Doveton VIC 3805
What it is: (pizza) The one that surprised us Cost: $13-25 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
Capacity is around 30 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
4. Little Post — 328 Main Avenue, Doveton VIC 3805
What it is: (pizza) The one that surprised us Cost: $9-16 per person Best for: dates
Capacity is around 47 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
5. Tall Local — 35 Rowan Grove, Doveton VIC 3805
What it is: (pizza) No-frills excellence Cost: $8-19 per person Best for: families
The space seats about 37 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Hill Place is usually fine.
Worth knowing: The sourdough bread ($10) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Doveton farmers market when it runs.
6. Long Local — 111 Rowan Grove, Doveton VIC 3805
What it is: (pizza) Worth the detour Cost: $17-31 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The space seats about 56 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Bridge Avenue is usually fine.
Why Locals Stay in Doveton
Established suburb in City of Casey undergoing renewal. Autumn Place shopping centre. Strong multicultural community. The best pizza options here reflect Doveton’s character. If you’re living in or near Doveton, 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.
7. The Sunny Social — 189 Hill Place, Doveton VIC 3805
What it is: (pizza) Worth the detour Cost: $19-24 per person Best for: remote workers
The space seats about 46 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
8. Half Depot — 327 Bridge Avenue, Doveton VIC 3805
What it is: (pizza) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $21-34 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The space seats about 37 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Start with: The crispy chicken ($24) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
9. The Tall Store — 306 Hill Place, Doveton VIC 3805
What it is: (pizza) The one that surprised us Cost: $20-26 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
Capacity is around 31 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Rowan Grove is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
10. River’s — 216 North Terrace, Doveton VIC 3805
What it is: (pizza) A solid local spot Cost: $14-24 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The room holds 40 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
11. Theo’s — 223 Bridge Avenue, Doveton VIC 3805
What it is: (pizza) Worth the detour Cost: $14-23 per person Best for: budget eaters
The space seats about 64 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Order this: The charcuterie board ($19) — solid
12. The Red Standard — 176 Hill Place, Doveton VIC 3805
What it is: (pizza) A solid local spot Cost: $13-20 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 47 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Try this: The pumpkin risotto ($19) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Doveton roaster — ask which one.
Explore More
- Cranbourne South Best Pizza — same vibe, different suburb
- Doveton Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Doveton Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Doveton Complete Guide — everything about Doveton
- Compare Suburbs — see how Doveton stacks up
- All Doveton Guides — everything we’ve written
FAQ
What are the best best pizza options in Doveton?
Hugo Pantry is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Doveton good for best pizza?
Yes. Doveton has 12+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Doveton known for?
Established suburb in City of Casey undergoing renewal.
How far is Doveton from Melbourne CBD?
Doveton is 34km, 45min train, 38min drive from Melbourne CBD.
If you’re comparing Doveton to inner-city options, stop. Different league, different game. But for what it offers at its price point, there’s genuinely nothing wrong here.
Last updated: March 2026
