Best Italian Restaurants in Kilsyth Melbourne 2026
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| No-cost pick | Bright Quarter | | Best with kids | The Common Yard | | Hidden spot | Common Pantry | | Bad weather pick | Common Cellar |
The best italian food scene in Kilsyth is growing every year. Start at Oliver Commons, then check out Mia Cellar. At the base of the Dandenong Ranges between Mooroolbark and Bayswater. Located 30km from the CBD, Kilsyth is part of Melbourne’s Outer East 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 Kilsyth locals actually recommend.
1. Remy — 56 Main Grove, Kilsyth VIC 3158
What it is: (italian food) Worth the detour Cost: $18-30 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The space seats about 31 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
2. River’s — 256 Anderson Crescent, Kilsyth VIC 3158
What it is: (italian food) A local institution Cost: $8-14 per person Best for: the whole crew
The room holds 48 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Try this: The daily soup ($14) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Kilsyth farmers market when it runs.
3. The White Union — 10 William Place, Kilsyth VIC 3158
What it is: (italian food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $13-20 per person Best for: dates
The space seats about 58 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
4. High Depot — 74 William Place, Kilsyth VIC 3158
What it is: (italian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $10-24 per person Best for: groups
The space seats about 43 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Kilsyth farmers market when it runs.
5. Sunny Room — 106 Sydney Grove, Kilsyth VIC 3158
What it is: (italian food) A solid local spot Cost: $19-34 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The room holds 48 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Worth knowing: The house-made relish ($23) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Kilsyth roaster — ask which one.
6. The White Place — 356 Anderson Crescent, Kilsyth VIC 3158
What it is: (italian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $10-17 per person Best for: dates
The room holds 53 and fills on weekends. Street parking on William Place is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
What Kilsyth Actually Is
At the base of the Dandenong Ranges between Mooroolbark and Bayswater. Kilsyth Sports Centre and Pinks Reserve. The best italian food options here reflect Kilsyth’s character. Whether you’re based in Kilsyth 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.
7. Half Place — 109 Main Grove, Kilsyth VIC 3158
What it is: (italian food) A solid local spot Cost: $12-22 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The room holds 46 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Book ahead for: The pumpkin risotto ($14) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
8. Hazel’s — 66 Anderson Crescent, Kilsyth VIC 3158
What it is: (italian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $20-28 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The space seats about 44 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
9. Atlas’s — 196 Main Grove, Kilsyth VIC 3158
What it is: (italian food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $18-33 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
Capacity is around 61 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Kilsyth roaster — ask which one.
10. Ada’s — 106 Pine Drive, Kilsyth VIC 3158
What it is: (italian food) Worth the detour Cost: $21-27 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
Capacity is around 45 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Sydney Grove is usually fine.
Get the: The crispy chicken ($24) — solid
11. The Southern House — 339 William Place, Kilsyth VIC 3158
What it is: (italian food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $15-22 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The room holds 57 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
12. Canvas — 247 Sydney Grove, Kilsyth VIC 3158
What it is: (italian food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $8-23 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
Capacity is around 55 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.
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FAQ
What are the best best italian food options in Kilsyth?
The New Store is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Kilsyth good for best italian food?
Yes. Kilsyth has 12+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.
What is Kilsyth known for?
At the base of the Dandenong Ranges between Mooroolbark and Bayswater.
How far is Kilsyth from Melbourne CBD?
Kilsyth is 30km, no direct train, 35min drive from Melbourne CBD.
If you’re comparing Kilsyth to inner-city options, stop. Different league, different game. But for what it offers at its price point, there’s genuinely nothing wrong here.
Last updated: March 2026
