Things to Do in Laverton This Weekend — 2026
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | Long Place |
| Best free option | Good Kitchen |
| Best for families | Humble Union |
| Best local secret | Iris Bench |
| Best for rainy days | The Good Cellar |
Laverton doesn’t get the press that inner-city suburbs do, but the locals aren’t complaining. The things to do this weekend scene here is solid, unpretentious, and growing. Half Depot and The Sunny Mill 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. Red Works — 176 Ash Crescent, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $12-20 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
Capacity is around 31 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Rowan Crescent is usually fine.
Order this: The house-made relish ($18) — solid Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
2. High Room — 24 Maple Drive, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $15-30 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The space seats about 43 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Ash Crescent is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
3. Press — 155 Rowan Crescent, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $14-23 per person Best for: solo diners
The space seats about 51 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Elizabeth Place is usually fine.
4. Sol — 23 Ash Crescent, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $13-19 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The space seats about 37 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
5. Ruby Works — 229 Henry Lane, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $22-35 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The room holds 56 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Henry Lane is usually fine.
Worth knowing: The lamb shoulder ($27) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Laverton roaster — ask which one.
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6. The Humble Mill — 157 Elizabeth Place, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $8-20 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The space seats about 52 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
7. Vera Depot — 225 Henry Lane, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $21-31 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The room holds 34 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.
8. Max Local — 375 Henry Lane, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $13-20 per person Best for: dates
The room holds 65 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Start with: The crispy chicken ($17) — solid
9. Nina Local — 37 Ash Crescent, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $21-31 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
Capacity is around 62 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Come back for: The daily soup ($25) — solid Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
10. Nell Depot — 305 Ash Crescent, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $10-23 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
Capacity is around 30 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Get the: The seasonal special ($12) — solid Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
11. River’s — 281 Ash Crescent, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $8-20 per person Best for: solo diners
Capacity is around 60 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Rowan Crescent is usually fine.
12. Good House — 56 Rowan Crescent, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $15-29 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The space seats about 58 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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- Laverton Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Laverton Things to Do — the full activity guide
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- Compare Suburbs — see how Laverton stacks up
- All Laverton Guides — everything we’ve written about Laverton
FAQ
Yes. The things to do this weekend scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Laverton known for?
Home to RAAF Base Williams.
What is there to do in Laverton on a Sunday?
Long Place 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.
Laverton 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
