Best Thai Food in Fitzroy Melbourne — 2026 Guide

We’ve tested every best thai food option in Fitzroy to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Ivy’s is the one everyone knows. Bright Cellar is the sleeper. Prices are competitive — coffee at $4.00-4.50, dinner at $18-32. Brunswick Street and Smith Street define Fitzroy — Melbourne’s original bohemian suburb. Fitzroy sits in the Inner North corridor, 2km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best thai food scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Fitzroy since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.

1. Hazel Union — 126 Pine Drive, Fitzroy VIC 3165

What it is: (thai food) No-frills excellence Cost: $17-32 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd

Hazel Union has been operating in Fitzroy for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($18) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 56 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Order this: The daily soup ($19) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.

2. Otto Corner — 238 Queen Avenue, Fitzroy VIC 3165

What it is: (thai food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $18-23 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy

Otto Corner has been operating in Fitzroy for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the crispy chicken ($23) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 57 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Try this: The crispy chicken ($23) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.

3. Works — 322 Queen Avenue, Fitzroy VIC 3165

What it is: (thai food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $15-28 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop

Works has been operating in Fitzroy for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the crispy chicken ($20) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 59 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Go for: The crispy chicken ($20) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: They source produce from Fitzroy farmers market when it runs.

4. Room — 26 Smith Avenue, Fitzroy VIC 3165

What it is: (thai food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $19-24 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd

Room has been operating in Fitzroy for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($19) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 58 with outdoor seating for another 15. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on Pine Drive is usually fine.

Don’t miss: The daily soup ($21) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: The back courtyard has tables nobody knows about.

What Makes Fitzroy Different

Brunswick Street and Smith Street define Fitzroy — Melbourne’s original bohemian suburb. Galleries, vintage shops, live music. The best thai food options here reflect Fitzroy’s character. For Fitzroy 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.

5. Local — 130 Queen Avenue, Fitzroy VIC 3165

What it is: (thai food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $14-28 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book

Local has been operating in Fitzroy for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the fish special ($16) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 43 — book for Friday and Saturday. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Worth knowing: The fish special ($18) — the best version in Fitzroy Insider tip: The back courtyard has tables nobody knows about.

6. Vera’s — 174 Queen Avenue, Fitzroy VIC 3165

What it is: (thai food) No-frills excellence Cost: $12-25 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace

Vera’s has been operating in Fitzroy for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the crispy chicken ($16) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 46 — book for Friday and Saturday. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Ask for: The crispy chicken ($15) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Fitzroy roaster — ask which one.

7. Merchant — 108 Pine Drive, Fitzroy VIC 3165

What it is: (thai food) A quiet achiever Cost: $22-28 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd

Merchant has been operating in Fitzroy for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the crispy chicken ($23) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 42 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Book ahead for: The crispy chicken ($25) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

8. The Common Local — 166 Queen Avenue, Fitzroy VIC 3165

What it is: (thai food) The one that surprised us Cost: $20-30 per person Best for: families

The Common Local has been operating in Fitzroy for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the charcuterie board ($22) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 39 with outdoor seating for another 15. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Start with: The charcuterie board ($23) — the best version in Fitzroy Insider tip: Parking is free on Queen Street after 6pm.

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FAQ

What are the best best thai food options in Fitzroy?

Humble Commons is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Fitzroy good for best thai food?

Yes. Fitzroy has 8+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.

What is Fitzroy known for?

Brunswick Street and Smith Street define Fitzroy — Melbourne’s original bohemian suburb.

How far is Fitzroy from Melbourne CBD?

Fitzroy is 2km, 10min tram, 6min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Fitzroy isn’t trying to be the next Fitzroy. It doesn’t need to be. What it does, it does with zero pretension and real substance. That’s worth more than a trendy postcode.

Last updated: March 2026