Best Dog Friendly Guide in Edithvale Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | The Red Kitchen |
| Best free option | The Bright Kitchen |
| Best for families | Ava |
| Best local secret | Sunny Room |
| Best for rainy days | Ivy’s |
The dog friendly guide options here are genuine, well-priced, and run by people who actually live in the suburb. Start at Theo Press, then work your way to Kai Pantry. Home to Edithvale-Seaford Wetlands — internationally recognized for migratory birds on the Ramsar Convention. This is Edithvale in 2026.
1. Theo’s — 120 North Grove, Edithvale VIC 3194
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $8-21 per person Best for: families
The room holds 57 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Edithvale farmers market when it runs.
2. The Red Cellar — 186 Thomas Terrace, Edithvale VIC 3194
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $20-30 per person Best for: budget eaters
Capacity is around 57 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Try this: The crispy chicken ($24) — solid Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
3. White Store — 302 North Grove, Edithvale VIC 3194
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $16-28 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
Capacity is around 34 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Thomas Terrace is usually fine.
Go for: The fish special ($20) — solid Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
4. Good Press — 46 William Terrace, Edithvale VIC 3194
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $9-15 per person Best for: solo diners
Capacity is around 55 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
5. Tall Standard — 297 William Terrace, Edithvale VIC 3194
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $16-28 per person Best for: dates
The room holds 31 and fills on weekends. Street parking on North Grove is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
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6. Luna — 72 Elizabeth Parade, Edithvale VIC 3194
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $15-30 per person Best for: solo diners
The space seats about 60 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Thomas Terrace is usually fine.
Ask for: The seasonal special ($21) — solid
7. Ash Local — 59 North Grove, Edithvale VIC 3194
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $11-22 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The room holds 57 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
8. The Long Commons — 371 Thomas Terrace, Edithvale VIC 3194
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $9-19 per person Best for: dates
The space seats about 63 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.
9. The Little Depot — 52 Thomas Terrace, Edithvale VIC 3194
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $21-36 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The space seats about 34 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Elizabeth Parade is usually fine.
Come back for: The mushroom pasta ($24) — solid
10. Ash’s — 204 Elizabeth Parade, Edithvale VIC 3194
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $9-17 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The room holds 35 — 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.
11. The Lucky Commons — 14 North Grove, Edithvale VIC 3194
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $11-25 per person Best for: dates
The space seats about 56 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on North Grove is usually fine.
12. The Sunny Lane — 285 Bridge Parade, Edithvale VIC 3194
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $17-31 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The space seats about 39 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
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- Aspendale Dog Friendly Guide — same vibe, different suburb
- Edithvale Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Edithvale Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Chelsea Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Edithvale stacks up
- All Edithvale Guides — everything we’ve written about Edithvale
FAQ
Yes. The dog friendly guide scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Edithvale known for?
Home to Edithvale-Seaford Wetlands — internationally recognized for migratory birds on the Ramsar Convention.
What is Edithvale best known for?
The Red Kitchen is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Edithvale from Melbourne CBD?
Edithvale is 18-41km, 32-55min train, 25-47min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Edithvale is the kind of suburb you move to for practical reasons and stay for the character. Give it six months. You’ll stop driving to the inner city for everything.
Last updated: March 2026
Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.
