Best Thai Food in Ivanhoe Melbourne — 2026 Guide

The best thai food scene in Ivanhoe is better than most people realise. Start at Room, then check out Depot. Upper Heidelberg Road has an established strip of cafes and shops. Located 9km from the CBD, Ivanhoe is part of Melbourne’s Middle North 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 Ivanhoe locals actually recommend.

1. Blue Depot — 215 Henry Crescent, Ivanhoe VIC 3084

What it is: (thai food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $13-26 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead

Blue Depot has been operating in Ivanhoe for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the seasonal special ($16) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 61 — book for Friday and Saturday. Service is efficient without being rushed. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Order this: The seasonal special ($18) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

2. The Humble Table — 3 Lygon Drive, Ivanhoe VIC 3084

What it is: (thai food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $10-15 per person Best for: remote workers

The Humble Table has been operating in Ivanhoe for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($13) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 63 with outdoor seating for another 15. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on Cecil Place is usually fine.

Try this: The daily soup ($14) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: They source produce from Ivanhoe farmers market when it runs.

3. Iris’s — 51 Young Street, Ivanhoe VIC 3084

What it is: (thai food) Worth the detour Cost: $8-19 per person Best for: groups

Iris’s has been operating in Ivanhoe for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the seasonal special ($8) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 46 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Go for: The seasonal special ($12) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.

4. Pearl Commons — 343 Henry Crescent, Ivanhoe VIC 3084

What it is: (thai food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $10-19 per person Best for: dates

Pearl Commons has been operating in Ivanhoe for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the fish special ($12) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 42 with outdoor seating for another 15. The team knows what they are doing. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Don’t miss: The fish special ($16) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: The back courtyard has tables nobody knows about.

5. Chapter — 358 Cecil Place, Ivanhoe VIC 3084

What it is: (thai food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $8-13 per person Best for: solo diners

Chapter has been operating in Ivanhoe for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the lamb shoulder ($8) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 39 — book for Friday and Saturday. The team knows what they are doing. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Worth knowing: The lamb shoulder ($12) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

6. The White Cellar — 292 Cecil Place, Ivanhoe VIC 3084

What it is: (thai food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $9-21 per person Best for: solo diners

The White Cellar has been operating in Ivanhoe for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the pumpkin risotto ($11) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 33 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Ask for: The pumpkin risotto ($14) — the best version in Ivanhoe Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

Why Locals Stay in Ivanhoe

Upper Heidelberg Road has an established strip of cafes and shops. Ivanhoe Grammar School is here. The best thai food options here reflect Ivanhoe’s character. For Ivanhoe locals and anyone in the area, 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.

7. Otto Lane — 236 Henry Crescent, Ivanhoe VIC 3084

What it is: (thai food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $16-24 per person Best for: dates

Otto Lane has been operating in Ivanhoe for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the mushroom pasta ($20) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 31 with outdoor seating for another 15. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Book ahead for: The mushroom pasta ($22) — the best version in Ivanhoe Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

8. Theo — 22 Lygon Drive, Ivanhoe VIC 3084

What it is: (thai food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $13-19 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200

Theo has been operating in Ivanhoe for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($13) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 41 — book for Friday and Saturday. The team knows what they are doing. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Start with: The daily soup ($19) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

9. Luna — 137 Henry Crescent, Ivanhoe VIC 3084

What it is: (thai food) The one that surprised us Cost: $22-32 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd

Luna has been operating in Ivanhoe for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($26) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 31 — book for Friday and Saturday. Service is efficient without being rushed. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Come back for: The daily soup ($24) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: The back courtyard has tables nobody knows about.

10. Long House — 18 Lygon Drive, Ivanhoe VIC 3084

What it is: (thai food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $15-25 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop

Long House has been operating in Ivanhoe for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($16) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 64 — book for Friday and Saturday. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Get the: The daily soup ($18) — the best version in Ivanhoe Insider tip: The back courtyard has tables nobody knows about.

11. Honest Depot — 194 Lygon Drive, Ivanhoe VIC 3084

What it is: (thai food) Worth the detour Cost: $17-29 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd

Honest Depot has been operating in Ivanhoe for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the sourdough bread ($18) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 48 with outdoor seating for another 15. The team knows what they are doing. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Order this: The sourdough bread ($23) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

12. The Blue Pantry — 206 Young Street, Ivanhoe VIC 3084

What it is: (thai food) A local institution Cost: $12-18 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead

The Blue Pantry has been operating in Ivanhoe for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the sourdough bread ($14) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 48 with outdoor seating for another 15. The team knows what they are doing. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Try this: The sourdough bread ($14) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.

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FAQ

What are the best best thai food options in Ivanhoe?

Ruby Table is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Ivanhoe good for best thai food?

Yes. Ivanhoe has 12+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.

What is Ivanhoe known for?

Upper Heidelberg Road has an established strip of cafes and shops.

How far is Ivanhoe from Melbourne CBD?

Ivanhoe is 9km, 20min train, 16min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Ivanhoe isn’t trying to be the next Fitzroy. It doesn’t need to be. What it does, it does with zero pretension and real substance. That’s worth more than a trendy postcode.

Last updated: March 2026