Best Late Night Food in Keilor East Melbourne — 2026 Guide
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| No-cost pick | Gus Social | | Best with kids | Oliver Works | | Hidden spot | Nico’s | | Bad weather pick | Ash Works |
We’ve tested every late night food option in Keilor East to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Rex’s is the one everyone knows. The Red Quarter is the sleeper. Prices are reasonable — coffee at $4.00-4.50, dinner at $18-32. Located between Essendon and Keilor. Keilor East sits in the Outer West corridor, 30-40km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the late night food scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Keilor East since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.
1. Zara Bench — 94 Thomas Crescent, Keilor East VIC 3334
What it is: (late night food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $10-18 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
Capacity is around 32 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Thomas Crescent is usually fine.
2. Vera Quarter — 308 Elizabeth Grove, Keilor East VIC 3334
What it is: (late night food) Worth the detour Cost: $17-22 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The space seats about 39 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Edward Street is usually fine.
Try this: The sourdough bread ($23) — solid
3. Honest Lane — 360 Queen Drive, Keilor East VIC 3334
What it is: (late night food) The one that surprised us Cost: $17-26 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
Capacity is around 52 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
4. Felix’s — 202 Thomas Crescent, Keilor East VIC 3334
What it is: (late night food) A quiet achiever Cost: $14-28 per person Best for: the whole crew
The room holds 46 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Queen Drive is usually fine.
5. Lena’s — 292 Queen Drive, Keilor East VIC 3334
What it is: (late night food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $13-25 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The space seats about 42 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Edward Street is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
6. Humble Lane — 194 Edward Street, Keilor East VIC 3334
What it is: (late night food) No-frills excellence Cost: $16-27 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
Capacity is around 53 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Thomas Crescent is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
Keilor East — The Honest Version
Located between Essendon and Keilor. Mix of established homes and unit developments. The late night food options here reflect Keilor East’s character. If you’re living in or near Keilor East, 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. Hugo Quarter — 250 Queen Drive, Keilor East VIC 3334
What it is: (late night food) No-frills excellence Cost: $20-30 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The space seats about 50 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Blake Crescent is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Keilor East farmers market when it runs.
8. Lane — 74 Thomas Crescent, Keilor East VIC 3334
What it is: (late night food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $16-26 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The room holds 31 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
9. Zara’s — 221 Queen Drive, Keilor East VIC 3334
What it is: (late night food) A solid local spot Cost: $19-29 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
Capacity is around 51 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Come back for: The mushroom pasta ($22) — solid Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
10. Remy Works — 90 Edward Street, Keilor East VIC 3334
What it is: (late night food) A local institution Cost: $13-26 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The room holds 47 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Elizabeth Grove is usually fine.
Get the: The mushroom pasta ($15) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Keilor East farmers market when it runs.
11. Gus — 233 Queen Drive, Keilor East VIC 3334
What it is: (late night food) A quiet achiever Cost: $16-24 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The space seats about 46 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
12. Felix’s — 140 Blake Crescent, Keilor East VIC 3334
What it is: (late night food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $22-33 per person Best for: remote workers
The room holds 52 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Thomas Crescent is usually fine.
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FAQ
What are the best late night food options in Keilor East?
White Cellar is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Keilor East good for late night food?
Yes. Keilor East has 12+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Keilor East known for?
Located between Essendon and Keilor.
How far is Keilor East from Melbourne CBD?
Keilor East is 30-40km, 40-55min train, 35-45min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.
Last updated: March 2026
