Best Burgers in Forest Hill Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | The Lucky Works |
| Best free option | The Common Quarter |
| Best for families | Vera |
| Best local secret | The Sunny Standard |
| Best for rainy days | Rosa Pantry |
1. Ivy Yard — 362 Brunswick Grove, Forest Hill VIC 3168
What it is: (burgers) No-frills excellence Cost: $18-28 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The space seats about 65 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Order this: The seasonal special ($21) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
2. Ash — 151 Margaret Place, Forest Hill VIC 3168
What it is: (burgers) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $8-18 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 38 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
3. Nina’s — 247 King Grove, Forest Hill VIC 3168
What it is: (burgers) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $18-24 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The room holds 41 — 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.
4. Gus Cellar — 41 Bridge Road, Forest Hill VIC 3168
What it is: (burgers) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $13-22 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The space seats about 35 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
5. Leo Social — 138 Murray Drive, Forest Hill VIC 3168
What it is: (burgers) A solid local spot Cost: $10-24 per person Best for: solo diners
The space seats about 33 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Bridge Road is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
Why Forest Hill Is Worth Knowing
Forest Hill Chase shopping centre is the retail hub. Established 1960s-70s residential suburb. The best burgers options here reflect Forest Hill’s character. For Forest Hill 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.
6. The Bright Store — 339 Brunswick Grove, Forest Hill VIC 3168
What it is: (burgers) The one regulars swear by Cost: $22-29 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The space seats about 45 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
7. Depot — 272 Murray Drive, Forest Hill VIC 3168
What it is: (burgers) A quiet achiever Cost: $10-20 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The space seats about 65 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
8. The Long Post — 6 Murray Drive, Forest Hill VIC 3168
What it is: (burgers) Worth the detour Cost: $11-20 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The space seats about 30 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
9. The High Yard — 204 Margaret Place, Forest Hill VIC 3168
What it is: (burgers) A local institution Cost: $13-20 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
Capacity is around 49 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Bridge Road is usually fine.
Come back for: The sourdough bread ($17) — solid
10. Ada — 11 Brunswick Grove, Forest Hill VIC 3168
What it is: (burgers) The one regulars swear by Cost: $12-19 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
Capacity is around 33 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Murray Drive is usually fine.
Get the: The lamb shoulder ($14) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Forest Hill roaster — ask which one.
11. Mabel — 49 Brunswick Grove, Forest Hill VIC 3168
What it is: (burgers) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $11-21 per person Best for: budget eaters
The space seats about 38 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Forest Hill roaster — ask which one.
Explore More
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- Forest Hill Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Forest Hill Complete Guide — everything about Forest Hill
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- All Forest Hill Guides — everything we’ve written
FAQ
What are the best best burgers options in Forest Hill?
The Lucky Works is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Forest Hill good for best burgers?
Yes. Forest Hill has 11+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.
What is Forest Hill known for?
Forest Hill Chase shopping centre is the retail hub.
How far is Forest Hill from Melbourne CBD?
Forest Hill is 24-35km, 35-52min train, 28-40min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Look — Forest Hill 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
