Best Shopping in Glen Huntly Melbourne — 2026 Guide

The best shopping scene in Glen Huntly is better than most people realise. Start at Hugo Depot, then check out Post. Glen Huntly Road has a small but characterful strip. Located 12-18km from the CBD, Glen Huntly is part of Melbourne’s Middle South region — an area that’s seen serious growth in recent years. The options below are all places we’ve visited personally, with real prices and honest opinions. No fluff, no affiliate nonsense. Just the spots that Glen Huntly locals actually recommend.

1. Glen Strip

Stores: ~151 Anchor: Woolworths Also: Supercheap Auto Food court: pho, Japanese, burgers, sushi, Indian Parking: Street parking on surrounding streets

Glen Strip is a reliable shopping option in Glen Huntly. Woolworths anchors the centre with a full-size supermarket. Beyond groceries, you will find 146+ specialty stores including Supercheap Auto. The food court has 5 options — pho and Japanese are the best of the lot. There is a standalone specialty coffee shop near the Woolworths entrance.

The amenities you need —bank, post office, pharmacy — are all reasonable. The Christmas period is madness — shop online if you can. For Glen Huntly residents, this is the most convenient option within a 10-minute drive. Click and collect is available at most stores.

Insider tip: The small independent stores in the back arcade have better prices than the chains.

2. Glen Village

Stores: ~46 Anchor: TK Maxx Also: Best & Less Food court: Mexican, pho, Thai, pizza, sushi, Japanese, kebabs Parking: Street parking on surrounding streets

Glen Village is a reliable shopping option in Glen Huntly. TK Maxx anchors the centre with a recently renovated store. Beyond groceries, you will find 41+ specialty stores including Best & Less. The food court has 7 options — Mexican and pho are the best of the lot. Coffee from the in-centre cafe is surprisingly good.

The amenities you need —bank, post office, pharmacy — are all reasonable. Saturday mornings are chaos — try weekday evenings instead. For Glen Huntly residents, this is the go-to for weekly essentials. There is a Boost Juice and a Subway if you need a quick bite.

Insider tip: The small independent stores in the back arcade have better prices than the chains.

3. Smith Market

Stores: ~64 Anchor: ALDI Also: Priceline Food court: pho, bakery cafe, Mexican, Thai, sushi Parking: Free 3-hour parking

Smith Market is the main retail hub in Glen Huntly. ALDI anchors the centre with a recently renovated store. Beyond groceries, you will find fashion, homewares, services, and a decent food court. The food court has 5 options — pho and bakery cafe are the best of the lot. Coffee from the in-centre cafe is surprisingly good.

The amenities you need —bank, post office, pharmacy — are all convenient. The Christmas period is madness — shop online if you can. For Glen Huntly residents, this is the default shopping destination — nothing fancy, but functional. Click and collect is available at most stores.

Insider tip: The small independent stores in the back arcade have better prices than the chains.

4. West Arcade

Stores: ~144 Anchor: Coles Also: Priceline Food court: Japanese, kebabs, Thai, burgers, Mexican, fish and chips, bakery cafe Parking: Underground parking available

West Arcade is the main retail hub in Glen Huntly. Coles anchors the centre with good stock and reasonable prices. Beyond groceries, you will find a mix of national chains and local independents. The food court has 7 options — Japanese and kebabs are the best of the lot. Coffee from the in-centre cafe is surprisingly good.

The parking is all well-maintained. Saturday mornings are chaos — try weekday evenings instead. For Glen Huntly residents, this is the default shopping destination — nothing fancy, but functional. There is a Boost Juice and a Subway if you need a quick bite.

Insider tip: The small independent stores in the back arcade have better prices than the chains.

Why Locals Stay in Glen Huntly

Glen Huntly Road has a small but characterful strip. Caulfield Racecourse is adjacent. The best shopping options here reflect Glen Huntly’s character. If you’re living in or near Glen Huntly, 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. Maple Outlet

Stores: ~81 Anchor: Woolworths Also: Chemist Warehouse Food court: kebabs, fish and chips, Indian, bakery cafe Parking: Street parking on surrounding streets

Maple Outlet is the main retail hub in Glen Huntly. Woolworths anchors the centre with good stock and reasonable prices. Beyond groceries, you will find 76+ specialty stores including Chemist Warehouse. The food court has 4 options — kebabs and fish and chips are the best of the lot. There is a standalone specialty coffee shop near the Woolworths entrance.

The facilities are all convenient. The Christmas period is madness — shop online if you can. For Glen Huntly residents, this is the go-to for weekly essentials. There is a Boost Juice and a Subway if you need a quick bite.

Insider tip: Park on the Queen Crescent side — closer to the entrance and fewer people.

6. Creek Market

Stores: ~57 Anchor: Big W Also: The Reject Shop Food court: pizza, burgers, sushi, pho, kebabs, Mexican Parking: Underground parking available

Creek Market is the main retail hub in Glen Huntly. Big W anchors the centre with good stock and reasonable prices. Beyond groceries, you will find fashion, homewares, services, and a decent food court. The food court has 6 options — pizza and burgers are the best of the lot. There is a standalone specialty coffee shop near the Big W entrance.

The amenities you need —bank, post office, pharmacy — are all convenient. Saturday mornings are chaos — try weekday evenings instead. For Glen Huntly residents, this is the go-to for weekly essentials. The public toilets are near the back entrance — clean enough.

Insider tip: Park on the Railway Drive side — closer to the entrance and fewer people.

7. Glen Arcade

Stores: ~158 Anchor: Target Also: Supercheap Auto Food court: fish and chips, sushi, Indian, bakery cafe Parking: Free 3-hour parking

Glen Arcade is a reliable shopping option in Glen Huntly. Target anchors the centre with a full-size supermarket. Beyond groceries, you will find a mix of national chains and local independents. The food court has 4 options — fish and chips and sushi are the best of the lot. Coffee from the in-centre cafe is surprisingly good.

The parking is all well-maintained. Saturday mornings are chaos — try weekday evenings instead. For Glen Huntly residents, this is the default shopping destination — nothing fancy, but functional. There is a Boost Juice and a Subway if you need a quick bite.

Insider tip: There is a free ATM near the food court entrance.

8. Glen Outlet

Stores: ~155 Anchor: IGA Also: Supercheap Auto Food court: Japanese, burgers, sushi, Mexican Parking: Free 3-hour parking

Glen Outlet is where most locals do their weekly shop in Glen Huntly. IGA anchors the centre with good stock and reasonable prices. Beyond groceries, you will find fashion, homewares, services, and a decent food court. The food court has 4 options — Japanese and burgers are the best of the lot. There is a standalone specialty coffee shop near the IGA entrance.

The facilities are all convenient. Sunday trading hours are usually 10am-5pm. For Glen Huntly residents, this is the go-to for weekly essentials. The public toilets are near the back entrance — clean enough.

Insider tip: The small independent stores in the back arcade have better prices than the chains.

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FAQ

What are the best best shopping options in Glen Huntly?

The Old Press is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Glen Huntly good for best shopping?

Yes. Glen Huntly has 14+ genuine options. The scene is established and well worth exploring.

What is Glen Huntly known for?

Glen Huntly Road has a small but characterful strip.

How far is Glen Huntly from Melbourne CBD?

Glen Huntly is 12-18km, 20-30min train, 18-25min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Look — Glen Huntly 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