Best Asian Food in Heidelberg West Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Top pick | Ivy’s |
| Free highlight | Pearl |
| Family-friendly | New Yard |
| Locals only | Max Depot |
| Indoor option | Leo’s |
We’ve tested every best asian food option in Heidelberg West to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. The Good Mill is the one everyone knows. Social is the sleeper. Prices are reasonable — coffee at $4.50-5.00, dinner at $22-38. Home to Banyule Community Health and La Trobe University’s Bundoora campus is adjacent. Heidelberg West sits in the Middle North corridor, 9-20km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best asian food scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Heidelberg West since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.
1. Green Post — 2 Willow Terrace, Heidelberg West VIC 3077
What it is: (asian food) A quiet achiever Cost: $16-29 per person Best for: remote workers
The space seats about 33 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on James Place is usually fine.
Order this: The charcuterie board ($21) — solid Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
2. Works — 342 East Drive, Heidelberg West VIC 3077
What it is: (asian food) Worth the detour Cost: $11-19 per person Best for: budget eaters
The space seats about 59 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
3. The Golden Place — 193 James Place, Heidelberg West VIC 3077
What it is: (asian food) A quiet achiever Cost: $9-17 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The room holds 33 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Willow Terrace is usually fine.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Heidelberg West roaster — ask which one.
4. Remy Room — 141 Collins Terrace, Heidelberg West VIC 3077
What it is: (asian food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $10-23 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
Capacity is around 35 and fills on weekends. Street parking on James Place is usually fine.
5. Ash — 85 Collins Terrace, Heidelberg West VIC 3077
What it is: (asian food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $13-18 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
Capacity is around 47 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
The Heidelberg West That Locals Know
Home to Banyule Community Health and La Trobe University’s Bundoora campus is adjacent. The best asian food options here reflect Heidelberg West’s character. If you’re living in or near Heidelberg West, 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. Gus Depot — 363 Railway Lane, Heidelberg West VIC 3077
What it is: (asian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $20-31 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
Capacity is around 57 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.
7. Kai’s — 229 Railway Lane, Heidelberg West VIC 3077
What it is: (asian food) A quiet achiever Cost: $21-26 per person Best for: families
The space seats about 32 and fills on weekends. Street parking on East Drive is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
8. Marco Post — 328 Railway Lane, Heidelberg West VIC 3077
What it is: (asian food) A solid local spot Cost: $10-21 per person Best for: families
The room holds 32 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Heidelberg West roaster — ask which one.
9. The Bright Commons — 157 Railway Lane, Heidelberg West VIC 3077
What it is: (asian food) A local institution Cost: $16-30 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
Capacity is around 57 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on James Place is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Heidelberg West farmers market when it runs.
10. Mabel Works — 188 James Place, Heidelberg West VIC 3077
What it is: (asian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $22-36 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
Capacity is around 32 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
11. Iris — 39 Willow Terrace, Heidelberg West VIC 3077
What it is: (asian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $13-20 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The room holds 58 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Heidelberg West roaster — ask which one.
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FAQ
What are the best best asian food options in Heidelberg West?
Ivy’s is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Heidelberg West good for best asian food?
Yes. Heidelberg West has 11+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Heidelberg West known for?
Home to Banyule Community Health and La Trobe University’s Bundoora campus is adjacent.
How far is Heidelberg West from Melbourne CBD?
Heidelberg West is 9-20km, 18-38min train, 15-28min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.
Last updated: March 2026
