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| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | Max Works |
| Best free option | Kitchen |
| Best for families | The Tall Works |
| Best local secret | The Little Corner |
| Best for rainy days | Nico’s |
1. Leo Social — 1 Johnston Terrace, Heathmont VIC 3178
What it is: (thai food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $12-22 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The space seats about 43 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Order this: The mushroom pasta ($14) — solid
2. Red Standard — 76 Elm Road, Heathmont VIC 3178
What it is: (thai food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $10-24 per person Best for: the whole crew
Capacity is around 65 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Heathmont farmers market when it runs.
3. Old Post — 73 Edward Drive, Heathmont VIC 3178
What it is: (thai food) A solid local spot Cost: $11-23 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The room holds 55 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Brunswick Crescent is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
4. Iris Room — 133 Brunswick Crescent, Heathmont VIC 3178
What it is: (thai food) Worth the detour Cost: $10-19 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
Capacity is around 39 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
5. Nell — 132 Young Street, Heathmont VIC 3178
What it is: (thai food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $20-32 per person Best for: the whole crew
Capacity is around 64 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Why Locals Stay in Heathmont
Quiet suburb at base of Dandenong Ranges. Heathmont Village strip has local shops. The best thai food options here reflect Heathmont’s character. If you’re living in or near Heathmont, 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. Sol — 128 Edward Drive, Heathmont VIC 3178
What it is: (thai food) A local institution Cost: $12-22 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The space seats about 63 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
7. The Northern Place — 216 Edward Drive, Heathmont VIC 3178
What it is: (thai food) No-frills excellence Cost: $17-28 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The room holds 63 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
8. Ruby Union — 58 Johnston Terrace, Heathmont VIC 3178
What it is: (thai food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $17-22 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The room holds 33 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
9. Ava Post — 198 Young Street, Heathmont VIC 3178
What it is: (thai food) A local institution Cost: $13-24 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The room holds 32 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Johnston Terrace is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
10. Vera’s — 97 Young Street, Heathmont VIC 3178
What it is: (thai food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $22-36 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
Capacity is around 61 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Johnston Terrace is usually fine.
11. The Red Yard — 47 Young Street, Heathmont VIC 3178
What it is: (thai food) A solid local spot Cost: $21-36 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
Capacity is around 57 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
Explore More
- Ringwood East Best Thai Food — same vibe, different suburb
- Heathmont Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Heathmont Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Heathmont Complete Guide — everything about Heathmont
- Compare Suburbs — see how He
