Best Beer Gardens in Knoxfield Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | Lena’s |
| Best free option | Red Mill |
| Best for families | Common House |
| Best local secret | Rosa |
| Best for rainy days | Ash Lane |
1. Bright Post — 292 Rowan Grove, Knoxfield VIC 3160
What it is: (beer gardens) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $12-18 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
Capacity is around 33 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
2. New Room — 2 Station Place, Knoxfield VIC 3160
What it is: (beer gardens) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $22-28 per person Best for: remote workers
The room holds 62 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Bay Drive is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
3. The Southern Store — 201 Victoria Crescent, Knoxfield VIC 3160
What it is: (beer gardens) A solid local spot Cost: $10-24 per person Best for: families
The space seats about 57 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
4. Little Works — 13 Station Place, Knoxfield VIC 3160
What it is: (beer gardens) A local institution Cost: $20-33 per person Best for: dates
The space seats about 62 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Hill Place is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
5. Anchor — 63 Hill Place, Knoxfield VIC 3160
What it is: (beer gardens) A local institution Cost: $14-27 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The room holds 57 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.
6. The Tall Social — 272 Station Place, Knoxfield VIC 3160
What it is: (beer gardens) No-frills excellence Cost: $8-15 per person Best for: groups
The space seats about 42 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Why Locals Stay in Knoxfield
Located between Wantirna South and Ferntree Gully. Mix of residential homes and light industrial. The best beer gardens options here reflect Knoxfield’s character. Whether you’re based in Knoxfield 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. Cleo Yard — 102 Victoria Crescent, Knoxfield VIC 3160
What it is: (beer gardens) The one that surprised us Cost: $9-21 per person Best for: budget eaters
The room holds 39 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Book ahead for: The house-made relish ($13) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Knoxfield roaster — ask which one.
8. The New Kitchen — 341 Hill Place, Knoxfield VIC 3160
What it is: (beer gardens) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $20-28 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
Capacity is around 38 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
9. Iris’s — 277 Rowan Grove, Knoxfield VIC 3160
What it is: (beer gardens) Worth the detour Cost: $14-19 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
Capacity is around 53 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Knoxfield farmers market when it runs.
10. The Long Store — 160 Victoria Crescent, Knoxfield VIC 3160
What it is: (beer gardens) A quiet achiever Cost: $21-32 per person Best for: groups
The room holds 56 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
11. Felix’s — 257 Bay Drive, Knoxfield VIC 3160
What it is: (beer gardens) The one that surprised us Cost: $9-22 per person Best for: solo diners
Capacity is around 53 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Hill Place is usually fine.
Order this: The daily soup ($11) — solid
12. Ruby Press — 123 Victoria Crescent, Knoxfield VIC 3160
What it is: (beer gardens) A quiet achiever Cost: $11-17 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The room holds 51 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Explore More
- Wantirna Best Beer Gardens — same vibe, different suburb
- Knoxfield Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Knoxfield Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Knoxfield Complete Guide — everything about Knoxfield
- Compare Suburbs — see how Knoxfield stacks up
- All Knoxfield Guides — everything we’ve written
FAQ
What are the best best beer gardens options in Knoxfield?
Lena’s is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Knoxfield good for best beer gardens?
Yes. Knoxfield has 12+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.
What is Knoxfield known for?
Located between Wantirna South and Ferntree Gully.
How far is Knoxfield from Melbourne CBD?
Knoxfield is 24-35km, 35-52min train, 28-40min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Knoxfield 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
