Best Schools Guide in Glen Huntly Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Our #1 | Finn |
| Zero-cost winner | New Store |
| Kid-approved | Blue Yard |
| Under the radar | Hugo Works |
| Wet day saviour | Honest Corner |
Glen Huntly doesn’t get the press that inner-city suburbs do, but the locals aren’t complaining. The schools guide scene here is solid, unpretentious, and growing. Max’s and Sol’s are among the standouts, but they’re not the only ones worth your time. Glen Huntly sits 12-18km from the CBD, and what it lacks in hype it makes up for in substance. Glen Huntly Road has a small but characterful strip.
1. Nina’s — 262 Queen Crescent, Glen Huntly VIC 3164
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $10-20 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The room holds 34 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Church Avenue is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
2. Vera — 259 Railway Drive, Glen Huntly VIC 3164
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $21-33 per person Best for: solo diners
The space seats about 60 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
3. Rex Room — 204 Church Avenue, Glen Huntly VIC 3164
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $21-32 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 61 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Go for: The charcuterie board ($25) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Glen Huntly farmers market when it runs.
4. Oliver — 56 Queen Crescent, Glen Huntly VIC 3164
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $14-28 per person Best for: the whole crew
Capacity is around 56 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
5. Zara’s — 90 Church Avenue, Glen Huntly VIC 3164
What it is: A local institution Cost: $14-26 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The space seats about 47 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Railway Drive is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
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6. Ada’s — 280 Swan Grove, Glen Huntly VIC 3164
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $17-30 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The room holds 31 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
7. The Tall Social — 88 Railway Drive, Glen Huntly VIC 3164
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $22-37 per person Best for: budget eaters
The room holds 57 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Swan Grove is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Glen Huntly farmers market when it runs.
8. Ava Store — 268 Swan Grove, Glen Huntly VIC 3164
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $20-35 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
Capacity is around 58 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
9. Rosa Mill — 221 Railway Drive, Glen Huntly VIC 3164
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $20-29 per person Best for: remote workers
The room holds 46 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
10. Marco Table — 107 Bourke Crescent, Glen Huntly VIC 3164
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $11-25 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 65 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Church Avenue is usually fine.
Explore More
- Ormond Schools Guide — same vibe, different suburb
- Glen Huntly Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Glen Huntly Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Murrumbeena Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Glen Huntly stacks up
- All Glen Huntly Guides — everything we’ve written about Glen Huntly
FAQ
Yes. The schools guide scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Glen Huntly known for?
Glen Huntly Road has a small but characterful strip.
What is Glen Huntly best known for?
Finn is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Glen Huntly from Melbourne CBD?
Glen Huntly is 12-18km, 20-30min train, 18-25min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.
Last updated: March 2026
Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.
