Best Asian Food in Glen Waverley Melbourne — 2026 Guide
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| No-cost pick | Blue Union | | Best with kids | Store | | Hidden spot | Max House | | Bad weather pick | Northern House |
We’ve tested every best asian food option in Glen Waverley to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Ivy is the one everyone knows. Luna Post is the sleeper. Prices are competitive — coffee at $4.50-5.50, dinner at $28-45. One of Melbourne’s most sought-after school zones. Glen Waverley sits in the Middle East corridor, 22km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best asian food scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Glen Waverley since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.
1. Nina’s — 170 Park Parade, Glen Waverley VIC 3149
What it is: (asian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $15-20 per person Best for: solo diners
The room holds 53 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Elm Place is usually fine.
2. Kai — 327 Albert Road, Glen Waverley VIC 3149
What it is: (asian food) A solid local spot Cost: $11-17 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 43 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Murray Street is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
3. Gus Corner — 44 Albert Road, Glen Waverley VIC 3149
What it is: (asian food) A quiet achiever Cost: $14-25 per person Best for: groups
The space seats about 44 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
4. Ava’s — 250 Pine Road, Glen Waverley VIC 3149
What it is: (asian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $17-30 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
Capacity is around 32 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Albert Road is usually fine.
5. Sunny Post — 176 Pine Road, Glen Waverley VIC 3149
What it is: (asian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $18-30 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The space seats about 34 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Pine Road is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
The Glen Waverley That Locals Know
One of Melbourne’s most sought-after school zones. Kingsway restaurant strip for Asian cuisine. The best asian food options here reflect Glen Waverley’s character. If you’re living in or near Glen Waverley, 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. Little Yard — 322 Albert Road, Glen Waverley VIC 3149
What it is: (asian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $10-19 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The space seats about 55 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
7. Commons — 121 Pine Road, Glen Waverley VIC 3149
What it is: (asian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $17-31 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The room holds 44 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Park Parade is usually fine.
Book ahead for: The seasonal special ($22) — solid
8. The Humble Quarter — 269 Elm Place, Glen Waverley VIC 3149
What it is: (asian food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $18-27 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The room holds 58 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
9. Mabel Lane — 141 Pine Road, Glen Waverley VIC 3149
What it is: (asian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $8-20 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
Capacity is around 47 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.
10. Old Bench — 23 Elm Place, Glen Waverley VIC 3149
What it is: (asian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $10-16 per person Best for: budget eaters
The space seats about 57 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
11. Sol — 179 Murray Street, Glen Waverley VIC 3149
What it is: (asian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $19-31 per person Best for: the whole crew
The room holds 49 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
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FAQ
What are the best best asian food options in Glen Waverley?
Yard is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Glen Waverley good for best asian food?
Yes. Glen Waverley has 11+ genuine options. The scene is established and well worth exploring.
What is Glen Waverley known for?
One of Melbourne’s most sought-after school zones.
How far is Glen Waverley from Melbourne CBD?
Glen Waverley is 22km, 38min train, 30min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Look — Glen Waverley 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
