Best Asian Food in Glen Iris Melbourne — 2026 Guide

We’ve tested every best asian food option in Glen Iris to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Iris Works is the one everyone knows. The Northern Union is the sleeper. Prices are fair — coffee at $4.50-5.50, dinner at $28-45. Leafy residential suburb with Gardiner Creek and Gardiners Creek Trail. Glen Iris sits in the Middle East corridor, 9km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best asian food scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Glen Iris since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.

1. Stella Press — 144 Station Road, Glen Iris VIC 3151

What it is: (asian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $8-16 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead

Stella Press has been operating in Glen Iris for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($10) 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 34 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. Street parking on Charles Road is usually fine.

Order this: The daily soup ($13) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: They source produce from Glen Iris farmers market when it runs.

2. Lane — 209 Railway Avenue, Glen Iris VIC 3151

What it is: (asian food) A local institution Cost: $11-17 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book

Lane has been operating in Glen Iris for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($14) 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 space seats about 50 with outdoor seating for another 15. Service is efficient without being rushed. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Try this: The daily soup ($17) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: They source produce from Glen Iris farmers market when it runs.

3. Gus — 121 Station Road, Glen Iris VIC 3151

What it is: (asian food) A local institution Cost: $18-27 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd

Gus has been operating in Glen Iris for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($21) 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 64 with outdoor seating for another 15. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on Station Road is usually fine.

Go for: The house-made relish ($20) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: Parking is free on Young Street after 6pm.

4. Lena — 45 Henry Road, Glen Iris VIC 3151

What it is: (asian food) A solid local spot Cost: $12-25 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd

Lena has been operating in Glen Iris for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the fish special ($12) 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.

The space seats about 47 — book for Friday and Saturday. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on Young Road is usually fine.

Don’t miss: The fish special ($14) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

5. Rosa Union — 275 Station Road, Glen Iris VIC 3151

What it is: (asian food) A solid local spot Cost: $16-22 per person Best for: families

Rosa Union has been operating in Glen Iris for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the charcuterie board ($18) 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 47 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Worth knowing: The charcuterie board ($20) — the best version in Glen Iris Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Glen Iris roaster — ask which one.

Why Glen Iris Is Worth Knowing

Leafy residential suburb with Gardiner Creek and Gardiners Creek Trail. Close to Tooronga Village and Glen Iris shops. The best asian food options here reflect Glen Iris’s character. Whether you’re based in Glen Iris or visiting from nearby, 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 Green Quarter — 157 Young Road, Glen Iris VIC 3151

What it is: (asian food) A local institution Cost: $11-18 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy

The Green Quarter has been operating in Glen Iris for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the charcuterie board ($13) 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 34 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Ask for: The charcuterie board ($14) — the best version in Glen Iris Insider tip: Come on a Tuesday for the quietest experience.

7. River House — 205 Station Road, Glen Iris VIC 3151

What it is: (asian food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $15-28 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy

River House has been operating in Glen Iris for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($16) 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 46 with outdoor seating for another 15. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on Station Road is usually fine.

Book ahead for: The daily soup ($18) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Parking is free on Railway Street after 6pm.

8. The Southern Quarter — 161 Young Road, Glen Iris VIC 3151

What it is: (asian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $12-17 per person Best for: budget eaters

The Southern Quarter has been operating in Glen Iris for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the seasonal special ($17) 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 32 with outdoor seating for another 15. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Start with: The seasonal special ($18) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

9. Northern Corner — 215 Henry Road, Glen Iris VIC 3151

What it is: (asian food) Worth the detour Cost: $16-21 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy

Northern Corner has been operating in Glen Iris for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($21) 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.

The space seats about 65 with outdoor seating for another 15. The team knows what they are doing. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Come back for: The house-made relish ($21) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

10. Ruby’s — 95 Young Road, Glen Iris VIC 3151

What it is: (asian food) Worth the detour Cost: $12-18 per person Best for: solo diners

Ruby’s has been operating in Glen Iris for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the lamb shoulder ($16) 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.

Capacity is around 64 with outdoor seating for another 15. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on Railway Avenue is usually fine.

Get the: The lamb shoulder ($14) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: Come on a Tuesday for the quietest experience.

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FAQ

What are the best best asian food options in Glen Iris?

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

Is Glen Iris good for best asian food?

Yes. Glen Iris has 10+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.

What is Glen Iris known for?

Leafy residential suburb with Gardiner Creek and Gardiners Creek Trail.

How far is Glen Iris from Melbourne CBD?

Glen Iris is 9km, 18min train, 16min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Glen Iris 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