Best Family Restaurants in Laverton Melbourne 2026
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Top pick | Southern Post |
| Free highlight | The New Lane |
| Family-friendly | Lena House |
| Locals only | Hazel |
| Indoor option | Rex Post |
Laverton doesn’t get the press that inner-city suburbs do, but the locals aren’t complaining. The best restaurants for families scene here is solid, unpretentious, and growing. The Honest Commons and The High Cellar are among the standouts, but they’re not the only ones worth your time. Laverton sits 30-40km from the CBD, and what it lacks in hype it makes up for in substance. Home to RAAF Base Williams.
1. Mill — 224 Rowan Crescent, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $15-27 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
Capacity is around 50 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
2. Collective — 208 Ash Crescent, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: A local institution Cost: $19-34 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The space seats about 48 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Elizabeth Place is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
3. Mabel’s — 294 Elizabeth Place, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $15-23 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 50 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
4. Long House — 92 Ash Crescent, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $19-34 per person Best for: budget eaters
The space seats about 55 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
5. Gus Depot — 108 Henry Lane, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: A local institution Cost: $17-26 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The space seats about 39 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Henry Lane is usually fine.
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6. Anchor — 207 Ash Crescent, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $11-16 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
Capacity is around 40 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
7. The Long House — 284 Elizabeth Place, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $17-24 per person Best for: groups
Capacity is around 48 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
8. Works — 39 Maple Drive, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $15-28 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
Capacity is around 58 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
9. Rex’s — 322 Henry Lane, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $22-37 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
Capacity is around 36 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Rowan Crescent is usually fine.
10. The Honest Table — 173 Rowan Crescent, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $11-17 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
Capacity is around 51 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
11. Long Kitchen — 309 Elizabeth Place, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: A local institution Cost: $8-22 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 56 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Henry Lane is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
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FAQ
Yes. The best restaurants for families scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Laverton known for?
Home to RAAF Base Williams.
What is the most family-friendly restaurant in Laverton?
Southern Post is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Laverton from Melbourne CBD?
Laverton is 30-40km, 40-55min train, 35-45min drive from Melbourne CBD.
If you’re comparing Laverton 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
