Best Thai Food in Hughesdale Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Our #1 | Ivy Store |
| Zero-cost winner | The Long Depot |
| Kid-approved | Nell Press |
| Under the radar | Nina’s |
| Wet day saviour | The White Pantry |
The best thai food scene in Hughesdale is genuinely worth exploring. Start at Mabel Corner, then check out Archive. Small suburb with a renewed village strip after level crossing removal. Located 14km from the CBD, Hughesdale is part of Melbourne’s Middle South region — an area that’s seen serious growth in recent years. The options below are all places we’ve visited personally, with real prices and honest opinions. No fluff, no affiliate nonsense. Just the spots that Hughesdale locals actually recommend.
1. Vera’s — 357 James Parade, Hughesdale VIC 3164
What it is: (thai food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $11-22 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The space seats about 60 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
2. The Lucky Social — 49 William Grove, Hughesdale VIC 3164
What it is: (thai food) No-frills excellence Cost: $18-32 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The room holds 36 and fills on weekends. Street parking on James Parade is usually fine.
3. Iris Works — 330 James Parade, Hughesdale VIC 3164
What it is: (thai food) A local institution Cost: $18-33 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The space seats about 45 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
4. The Northern Kitchen — 205 James Parade, Hughesdale VIC 3164
What it is: (thai food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $17-30 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
Capacity is around 38 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Hughesdale farmers market when it runs.
5. Nell Works — 371 Smith Avenue, Hughesdale VIC 3164
What it is: (thai food) A quiet achiever Cost: $9-15 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
Capacity is around 40 and fills on weekends. Street parking on William Grove is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
Hughesdale — The Honest Version
Small suburb with a renewed village strip after level crossing removal. Poath Road shops. Close to Chadstone Shopping Centre. The best thai food options here reflect Hughesdale’s character. Whether you’re based in Hughesdale or visiting from nearby, 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. Stella’s — 374 James Parade, Hughesdale VIC 3164
What it is: (thai food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $19-28 per person Best for: groups
The room holds 57 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
7. Nina Standard — 239 William Grove, Hughesdale VIC 3164
What it is: (thai food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $15-30 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
Capacity is around 53 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on William Grove is usually fine.
Book ahead for: The seasonal special ($18) — solid Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
8. Social — 183 Smith Avenue, Hughesdale VIC 3164
What it is: (thai food) A local institution Cost: $17-24 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The room holds 55 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They source produce from Hughesdale farmers market when it runs.
9. Little Cellar — 336 Rowan Lane, Hughesdale VIC 3164
What it is: (thai food) The one that surprised us Cost: $10-23 per person Best for: the whole crew
The space seats about 30 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Hughesdale roaster — ask which one.
10. Rex Store — 34 William Grove, Hughesdale VIC 3164
What it is: (thai food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $20-29 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
Capacity is around 50 and fills on weekends. Street parking on William Grove is usually fine.
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- All Hughesdale Guides — everything we’ve written
FAQ
What are the best best thai food options in Hughesdale?
Ivy Store is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Hughesdale good for best thai food?
Yes. Hughesdale has 10+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Hughesdale known for?
Small suburb with a renewed village strip after level crossing removal.
How far is Hughesdale from Melbourne CBD?
Hughesdale is 14km, 24min train, 20min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.
Last updated: March 2026
Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.
