Best Burgers in Edithvale Melbourne — 2026 Guide
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| No-cost pick | Otto’s | | Best with kids | Long Kitchen | | Hidden spot | The Good Corner | | Bad weather pick | Leo’s |
We’ve tested every best burgers option in Edithvale to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Red Cellar is the one everyone knows. Nico House is the sleeper. Prices are reasonable — coffee at $4.50-5.50, dinner at $28-45. Home to Edithvale-Seaford Wetlands — internationally recognized for migratory birds on the Ramsar Convention. Edithvale sits in the Bayside corridor, 18-41km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best burgers scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Edithvale since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.
1. Lena’s — 320 Thomas Terrace, Edithvale VIC 3194
What it is: (burgers) A local institution Cost: $17-32 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 61 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
2. The Northern Local — 117 Thomas Terrace, Edithvale VIC 3194
What it is: (burgers) A quiet achiever Cost: $21-32 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The room holds 31 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Elizabeth Parade is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
3. Ava’s — 259 Thomas Terrace, Edithvale VIC 3194
What it is: (burgers) The one that surprised us Cost: $11-17 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The space seats about 56 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Go for: The fish special ($15) — solid
4. Nina Cellar — 147 Bridge Parade, Edithvale VIC 3194
What it is: (burgers) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $14-20 per person Best for: budget eaters
Capacity is around 32 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
5. Iris Local — 175 William Terrace, Edithvale VIC 3194
What it is: (burgers) A quiet achiever Cost: $22-35 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The room holds 56 and fills on weekends. Street parking on William Terrace is usually fine.
Worth knowing: The lamb shoulder ($26) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Edithvale roaster — ask which one.
Edithvale — The Honest Version
Home to Edithvale-Seaford Wetlands — internationally recognized for migratory birds on the Ramsar Convention. The best burgers options here reflect Edithvale’s character. If you’re living in or near Edithvale, 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. Remy Post — 251 William Terrace, Edithvale VIC 3194
What it is: (burgers) The one regulars swear by Cost: $15-28 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
Capacity is around 53 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Ask for: The sourdough bread ($17) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Edithvale farmers market when it runs.
7. Bright Social — 42 Thomas Terrace, Edithvale VIC 3194
What it is: (burgers) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $10-21 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The room holds 59 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They source produce from Edithvale farmers market when it runs.
8. Nell’s — 91 North Grove, Edithvale VIC 3194
What it is: (burgers) Worth the detour Cost: $18-24 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The space seats about 30 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
9. Green Kitchen — 21 Thomas Terrace, Edithvale VIC 3194
What it is: (burgers) A quiet achiever Cost: $12-26 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 39 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on North Grove is usually fine.
10. Rosa — 288 Thomas Terrace, Edithvale VIC 3194
What it is: (burgers) The one that surprised us Cost: $11-24 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The space seats about 60 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Thomas Terrace is usually fine.
11. The Humble Press — 209 Elizabeth Parade, Edithvale VIC 3194
What it is: (burgers) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $13-21 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The room holds 33 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
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FAQ
What are the best best burgers options in Edithvale?
Southern Mill is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Edithvale good for best burgers?
Yes. Edithvale has 11+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.
What is Edithvale known for?
Home to Edithvale-Seaford Wetlands — internationally recognized for migratory birds on the Ramsar Convention.
How far is Edithvale from Melbourne CBD?
Edithvale is 18-41km, 32-55min train, 25-47min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Look — Edithvale 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.
