Best Bars for Dates in Highett Melbourne 2026
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| No-cost pick | The Sunny Mill | | Best with kids | Golden House | | Hidden spot | Sol | | Bad weather pick | The Golden Place |
We’ve spent months eating, drinking, and exploring Highett to put this guide together. The suburb is 4.50-5.50 for a flat white, $28-45 for dinner, and genuinely better than most people give it credit for. Hugo Cellar is the one everyone knows. The Tall Corner is the one they should know. Highett has transformed by level crossing removal and sir william fry reserve.
1. Ada’s — 59 Queen Grove, Highett VIC 3193
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $9-24 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The room holds 47 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
2. Northern Commons — 227 Young Street, Highett VIC 3193
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $10-21 per person Best for: the whole crew
The space seats about 48 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Young Street is usually fine.
Try this: The daily soup ($14) — solid Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
3. Corner — 170 Queen Grove, Highett VIC 3193
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $16-30 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The room holds 39 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
4. Stella Local — 26 Queen Grove, Highett VIC 3193
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $9-16 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The space seats about 45 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.
5. Golden Union — 101 Young Street, Highett VIC 3193
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $18-30 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The room holds 64 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Smith Grove is usually fine.
Why Locals Stay in Highett
6. The Lucky Cellar — 314 Bridge Lane, Highett VIC 3193
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $10-18 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
Capacity is around 39 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Queen Grove is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
7. Felix — 325 Bridge Lane, Highett VIC 3193
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $18-33 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The room holds 38 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They source produce from Highett farmers market when it runs.
8. Felix Table — 14 Smith Grove, Highett VIC 3193
What it is: A local institution Cost: $8-15 per person Best for: solo diners
The space seats about 37 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Barkly Place is usually fine.
Start with: The fish special ($14) — solid
9. Nell Post — 147 Bridge Lane, Highett VIC 3193
What it is: A local institution Cost: $22-27 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The space seats about 57 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Come back for: The mushroom pasta ($28) — solid
10. Tall Pantry — 186 Queen Grove, Highett VIC 3193
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $18-23 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
Capacity is around 39 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Get the: The house-made relish ($21) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Highett roaster — ask which one.
11. Hazel — 337 Barkly Place, Highett VIC 3193
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $11-26 per person Best for: budget eaters
Capacity is around 62 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Highett roaster — ask which one.
Explore More
- Hampton Best Bars for Dates — same vibe, different suburb
- Highett Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Highett Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Brighton Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Highett stacks up
- All Highett Guides — everything we’ve written about Highett
FAQ
Yes. The best bars for dates scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Highett known for?
Transformed by level crossing removal and Sir William Fry Reserve.
Where is a good date spot in Highett?
River’s is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Highett from Melbourne CBD?
Highett is 15km, 27min train, 20min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Highett is the kind of suburb you move to for practical reasons and stay for the character. Give it six months. You’ll stop driving to the inner city for everything.
Last updated: March 2026
