Glen Waverley Restaurants at a Glance
- Date night: Niku Shiki
- Budget bite: Rock Kung Chinese Restaurant
- Local favourite: Niku Shiki
- Something different: Shujinko
Best Restaurants in Glen Waverley (2026)
Choosing where to eat in Glen Waverley depends on the night. With 77 restaurants spanning 19 cuisines, you could eat somewhere different every week for 19 months and still have places left to try.
29 have confirmed street addresses. 6 have listed phone numbers. No restaurant has paid to appear on this list.
Cuisine Breakdown
Glen Waverley covers 19 distinct cuisine types:
| Cuisine | Restaurants |
|---|---|
| Japanese | 9 |
| Sushi | 6 |
| Chinese | 5 |
| Italian | 4 |
| Noodle | 4 |
| Korean | 4 |
| Ramen | 3 |
| Thai | 2 |
| Malaysian | 2 |
| Udon | 2 |
Restaurants with Full Details
#1 Niku Shiki — L009 Springvale Road
Japanese
What makes it great: The queue outside Niku Shiki tells you everything before you walk in. Precision is not a word you throw around in a restaurant review. But there is no other word for what this kitchen does. The kind of restaurant that makes you eat slower because you want it to last.
Hours: Fr-Tu 10:00-18:30; We-Th 10:00-19:30 | Phone: +61 3 9803 7878 | Website: Niku Shiki
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#2 Upali’s — 248 Blackburn Road
Sri_Lankan
What makes it great: You could walk past Upali’s without noticing it. Regulars prefer it that way. This is the kind of place that a neighbourhood builds around. Not a destination — a reason to stay local. Upali’s does not need a rebrand or a renovation. It needs you to sit down and order.
Phone: +61 3 9887 6700 | Website: Upali’s
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#3 Scusa Mi! Italiano
Italian | ★ 4.1/5 (1,127 reviews) | $$
What makes it great: What Scusa Mi! Italiano does well, it does better than anywhere else in Glen Waverley. They do not call it authentic because that word has lost all meaning in Melbourne. They just cook Italian food the way it is supposed to taste. Scusa Mi! Italiano does not need a rebrand or a renovation. It needs you to sit down and order.
1,127 Google reviews and a 4.1 average. The numbers track with the experience.
What locals say: *“Went there on a busy Friday evening where the restaurant was absolutely packed.
I was not keeping my expectations high, because I had not been there before and did not want to di…”*
Mid-range pricing that reflects fair value for what comes out of the kitchen.
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#4 Marble Yakiniku
Japanese | ★ 4.5/5 (858 reviews)
What makes it great: Contemporary venue specializing in traditional Japanese cuisine including beef & sushi dishes. If this place were in Fitzroy, there would be a queue. In Glen Waverley, you can still walk in.
858 people have reviewed Marble Yakiniku on Google. The average sits at 4.5. Earned, not gamed.
What locals say: “Very delicious food - fresh sashimi and meat, and great atmosphere. Very unassuming from outside but a very well appointed decoration and tables - sufficient space from others. We…”
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#5 Rock Kung Chinese Restaurant — 101 Kingsway, Glen Waverley
Chinese
What makes it great: Rock Kung Chinese Restaurant opened quietly and got loud fast. There is no single Chinese cuisine. This kitchen picks a tradition and commits to it. You will not Instagram it. You will remember it.
Hours: Mo-Su 11:30-23:30
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#6 Sette Bello — 540 Springvale Rd, Glen Waverley VIC 3150, Australia
the food | ★ 4.5/5 (1,652 reviews) | $$
What makes it great: Modern Italian dishes in a chic dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows and white tablecloths. The menu changes. The quality does not.
The 4.5/5 Google rating (1,652 reviews) reflects what regulars already know.
What locals say: “Sette Bello is always busy, it has a great reputation with local businesses and people. We often go here for business lunch or dinner. Very highly recommended for any sit down good…”
Mid-range pricing that reflects fair value for what comes out of the kitchen.
Website: Sette Bello | Google Maps
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#7 The Black Toro — 79 Kingsway, Glen Waverley VIC 3150, Australia
the food | ★ 4.4/5 (973 reviews) | $$$
What makes it great: Modern Latin American bites in a smart dining room with dark-toned decor and a dramatic mural. The Black Toro does not need a rebrand or a renovation. It needs you to sit down and order.
Rated 4.4 by 973 locals on Google — and the ones who come back do not bother leaving reviews.
What locals say: “Cool local restaurant in Glen Waverley, dishing up delicious modern Mexican/Hispanic cuisine. We had the spanner crab tacos which were light, fresh & delicious, then had the choriz…”
Not cheap, but the quality justifies the spend. This is a deliberate night out.
Website: The Black Toro | Google Maps
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#8 Steak Ministry Bar & Grill — 39-51 Kingsway, Glen Waverley VIC 3150, Australia
the food | ★ 4.1/5 (1,665 reviews) | $$$
What makes it great: Steak, seafood & other Australian grill fare served amid dark-wood furniture & leather banquettes. If this place were in Fitzroy, there would be a queue. In Glen Waverley, you can still walk in.
1,665 people have reviewed Steak Ministry Bar & Grill on Google. The average sits at 4.1. Earned, not gamed.
What locals say: “Just great. Came here for an anniversary dinner with wife and kids and they did not disappoint. Food was delicious, and finally a restaurant that does medium rare when you ask for…”
Not cheap, but the quality justifies the spend. This is a deliberate night out.
Website: Steak Ministry Bar & Grill | Google Maps
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#9 Elephant Corridor — 179 Coleman Parade, Glen Waverley VIC 3150, Australia
the food | ★ 4.1/5 (1,366 reviews) | $$
What makes it great: Modestly appointed dining room with a warm vibe, dishing up Sri Lankan & North Indian cuisine. Worth crossing Glen Waverley for. Worth crossing Melbourne for, honestly.
A 4.1 rating from 1,366 reviews does not happen by accident in Glen Waverley.
What locals say: *“Had dinner once there. Service was great .
Food quality is above average . Some dishes surprised me such as the dumpling and the prawns. Soft shell crabs were also great , too.
T…”*
Mid-range pricing that reflects fair value for what comes out of the kitchen.
Website: Elephant Corridor | Google Maps
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#10 Piccolino Restaurant — 55 Blackburn Rd, Mount Waverley VIC 3149, Australia
the food | ★ 4/5 (1,329 reviews) | $$
What makes it great: Contemporary space offering Italian cuisine, wines & cocktails, plus vegan & gluten-free options. A restaurant that respects the ingredients, respects your time, and respects your wallet.
1,329 people have reviewed Piccolino Restaurant on Google. The average sits at 4. Earned, not gamed.
What locals say: *“Add this place to your list of must visits… it’s just that good! 😋
Had a beautiful dinner here with my family. The mushroom gnocchi, pescatore and ragu were all divine. The sauces…”*
Mid-range pricing that reflects fair value for what comes out of the kitchen.
Website: Piccolino Restaurant | Google Maps
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#11 ICHI KATSU
Japanese | ★ 4.1/5 (644 reviews)
What makes it great: Ask anyone on this stretch where to eat and ICHI KATSU comes up before you finish the question. Sit at the counter if there is one. Watch the hands work. Half of the experience is understanding the craft. Add it to your rotation. You will not regret it.
A 4.1 rating from 644 reviews does not happen by accident in Glen Waverley.
What locals say: *“Ugh, such a cute and cozy spot! The perfect place for a comforting, simple meal that just hits the spot.
We ordered the chicken karaage, spicy tonkatsu ramen, and the wagyu shabu-…”*
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#12 Petaling Street — 111 Kingsway, Glen Waverley
Malaysian_Hawker
What makes it great: Petaling Street is not reinventing anything. It is just doing Malaysian_Hawker properly. The kitchen here has found its rhythm. The menu is focused, the execution is steady, and the regulars know what they are coming for. There is a reason the regulars do not talk about it much. They do not want the wait.
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#13 Ocean King Chinese Restaurant — 69-71 Kingsway, Glen Waverley
Chinese
What makes it great: Ocean King Chinese Restaurant fills up on weeknights. That is the real test of a restaurant. Lunch service is the insider move. The specials board changes daily and the kitchen puts its best work there. The menu changes. The quality does not.
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#14 The Roe Australia — 49/55 Myrtle St, Glen Waverley VIC 3150, Australia
the food | ★ 4.8/5 (5,398 reviews)
What makes it great: Intimate, colourful venue focusing on sea urchin hot pot & sashimi platters, plus desserts. Add it to your rotation. You will not regret it.
5,398 Google reviews and a 4.8 average. The numbers track with the experience.
What locals say: “The Roe is a must-try in Glen Waverley for top-tier freshness! The oysters were incredibly pristine, and the wagyu and goose parfait rice was an absolute standout—super amazing fla…”
Website: The Roe Australia | Google Maps
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#15 Miss Pickle 1971 Restaurant Glen Waverley — Shop G-015/235 Springvale Rd, Glen Waverley VIC 3150, Australia
the food | ★ 4.3/5 (1,004 reviews) | $$
What makes it great: Miss Pickle 1971 Restaurant Glen Waverley opened quietly and got loud fast. This is the kind of place that a neighbourhood builds around. Not a destination — a reason to stay local. The kind of place you recommend without being asked.
1,004 Google reviews and a 4.3 average. The numbers track with the experience.
What locals say: “Food was decent and the flavours were quite enjoyable. The chicken was tender, and the sides were fresh and well-seasoned. Nothing too surprising, but a solid casual meal overall.”
Mid-range pricing that reflects fair value for what comes out of the kitchen.
Website: Miss Pickle 1971 Restaurant Glen Waverley | Google Maps
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#16 PJ Malaysia l — 171 Coleman Parade, Glen Waverley
the food
What makes it great: PJ Malaysia l opened quietly and got loud fast. The kitchen here has found its rhythm. The menu is focused, the execution is steady, and the regulars know what they are coming for. PJ Malaysia l does not need a rebrand or a renovation. It needs you to sit down and order.
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#17 Bon Chicken & Bar — 91 Kingsway, Glen Waverley
the food
What makes it great: The kitchen at Bon Chicken & Bar runs on precision and repetition — the same dish, perfect, every time. What works here works because the kitchen has stopped trying to be clever and started trying to be consistent. This is not destination dining. This is your neighbourhood doing what it should.
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#18 Waya — 93 Kingsway
Japanese
What makes it great: You do not end up at Waya by accident. You end up there because someone told you to go. Precision is not a word you throw around in a restaurant review. But there is no other word for what this kitchen does. A restaurant that respects the ingredients, respects your time, and respects your wallet.
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#19 Black Toro — 79 Kingsway, Glen Waverley
the food
What makes it great: You do not end up at Black Toro by accident. You end up there because someone told you to go. The menu reads simply. The food arrives with more thought than the menu suggests. That gap is the mark of a kitchen that cares more about the plate than the description. The test of a restaurant is whether you think about it the next day. Black Toro passes.
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#20 China Bar — 68 Kingsway, Glen Waverley
the food
What makes it great: You do not end up at China Bar by accident. You end up there because someone told you to go. What works here works because the kitchen has stopped trying to be clever and started trying to be consistent. A restaurant that respects the ingredients, respects your time, and respects your wallet.
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
All Other Restaurants in Glen Waverley
| Restaurant | Cuisine | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Claypot King | — | 72 Kingsway, Glen Waverley |
| Meze Restaurant | — | Ground Floor of Novotel, 285 Springvale Rd, Glen Waverley VIC 3150, Australia |
| Gambino Restaurant & Rooftop | — | L5/73-75 Kingsway, Glen Waverley VIC 3150, Australia |
| Mr Yoon Glenwaverley | — | 3150, Australia, Victoria, Glen Waverley, Montclair Ave, G2 |
| DooBoo Glen | — | G, The Glen, Unit 4/235 Springvale Rd, Glen Waverley VIC 3150, Australia |
| Grazia Restaurant | — | 159 Burke Rd, Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia |
| Brick Valley Yumcha & Bar - The Glen | — | Shop 1-001, The Glen, 235 Springvale Rd, Glen Waverley VIC 3150, Australia |
| BBQ King Glen | — | Level 1/23 Railway Parade N, Glen Waverley VIC 3150, Australia |
| The Galbi BBQ - Glen Waverley | — | 216 Blackburn Rd, Glen Waverley VIC 3150, Australia |
| Wagyu Ya Teppanyaki 和牛屋 | — | The Glen, Shop 2, level 1/235 Springvale Rd, Glen Waverley VIC 3150, Australia |
| Thai 29 cafe | — | 29 York Street |
| Kajiken Glen Waverley | — | Shop3/96 Kingsway, Glen Waverley VIC 3150, Australia |
| Rose of Thailand | Thai | — |
| La Porchetta | — | — |
| PJ Malaysian Cuisine | Malaysian | — |
| Saigon Orchid | Vietnamese | — |
| Little Caeser’s Pizza and Pasta | Italian | — |
| OMI | Japanese, Noodle, Ramen, Udon | — |
| Circuz Restaurant | — | — |
| Kimchi Hut | Korean | — |
| Danny’s Kopitiam | Chinese | — |
| Le Gaulois | French | — |
| Chennai Banana Leaf | Indian | — |
| Di Virgona’s Pizza & Pasta | Italian | — |
| Nyonya Hut | Malaysian | — |
| Al Vecchio Forno | Italian | — |
| 5 and 2 | Korean | — |
| Crazy Wing | Chinese | — |
| East Empress | Chinese | — |
| Meega | Korean | — |
| Shira Nui | Japanese, Sushi | — |
| Thai Yim | Thai | — |
| XJ Hot Pot | Asian | — |
| Maguro Bar | Japanese, Sushi | — |
| Sushi Jiro | Japanese, Sushi | — |
| The Boiling Crab | Seafood | — |
| Meet Fresh | Taiwanese | — |
| Paik’s Noodle | Korean, Noodle | — |
| Shujinko | Japanese, Ramen, Noodle, Udon | — |
| Fedele’s | — | — |
| Curry Malinda | — | — |
| Unnamed | — | — |
| Shine Cafe | — | — |
| J.G Dumpling Restaurant | — | — |
| Mrs Noodle | — | — |
| Airstream Cafe | — | — |
| Infusion Restaurant | — | — |
| The Grand Tofu | — | — |
| Dainty Sichuan | — | — |
| O Town | — | — |
| Master Chef | — | — |
| Steak Ministry | — | — |
| Manchurian Kitchen | — | — |
| Ricy Boat | — | — |
| Uni Boom Boom | — | — |
| Miss Pickle | — | — |
| Laksa King | — | — |
How This Data Works
Every restaurant listed comes from OpenStreetMap — a collaborative mapping project maintained by volunteers worldwide. Data is verified by local contributors who walk the streets of Glen Waverley.
Limitations: Some newer restaurants may not yet be mapped. Hours and phone numbers may change. Call ahead for reservations.
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Last updated: March 2026. This guide is refreshed when OpenStreetMap data changes — new openings, closures and corrections are reflected automatically. Found something wrong? Let us know.
Sources
- OpenStreetMap Contributors — openstreetmap.org — accessed March 2026
- ABS Census 2021 — abs.gov.au/census
- REIV Quarterly Median Prices — reiv.com.au
