Best Asian Food in Lilydale Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Our #1 | Honest Cellar |
| Zero-cost winner | Felix’s |
| Kid-approved | Rosa Cellar |
| Under the radar | Blue Standard |
| Wet day saviour | Old Commons |
The best asian food scene in Lilydale is better than most people realise. Start at The Little Kitchen, then check out Mabel Lane. Traditional gateway to the Yarra Valley wine region. Located 35km from the CBD, Lilydale 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 Lilydale locals actually recommend.
1. Cellar — 241 Park Street, Lilydale VIC 3171
What it is: (asian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $10-22 per person Best for: solo diners
Capacity is around 59 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
2. Table — 115 Elizabeth Street, Lilydale VIC 3171
What it is: (asian food) A quiet achiever Cost: $21-28 per person Best for: the whole crew
The space seats about 61 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Elizabeth Street is usually fine.
3. Zara — 59 Charles Crescent, Lilydale VIC 3171
What it is: (asian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $22-32 per person Best for: remote workers
Capacity is around 55 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Elizabeth Street is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
4. Ruby — 202 Charles Crescent, Lilydale VIC 3171
What it is: (asian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $11-26 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The room holds 58 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.
5. Blue Press — 274 Elizabeth Street, Lilydale VIC 3171
What it is: (asian food) Worth the detour Cost: $17-26 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The room holds 43 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
6. Luna’s — 115 Main Drive, Lilydale VIC 3171
What it is: (asian food) A solid local spot Cost: $17-32 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The room holds 54 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.
Why Lilydale Is Worth Knowing
Traditional gateway to the Yarra Valley wine region. End of the Lilydale rail line. The best asian food options here reflect Lilydale’s character. If you’re living in or near Lilydale, 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. Marco Lane — 360 Charles Crescent, Lilydale VIC 3171
What it is: (asian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $22-34 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
Capacity is around 48 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Main Drive is usually fine.
8. The Golden Corner — 135 Park Street, Lilydale VIC 3171
What it is: (asian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $14-24 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
Capacity is around 36 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Start with: The pumpkin risotto ($17) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
9. Vera’s — 370 Railway Lane, Lilydale VIC 3171
What it is: (asian food) A local institution Cost: $16-25 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
Capacity is around 38 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Elizabeth Street is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
10. Oliver Place — 373 Railway Lane, Lilydale VIC 3171
What it is: (asian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $12-22 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The room holds 30 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Get the: The house-made relish ($18) — solid
11. Hugo Depot — 221 Railway Lane, Lilydale VIC 3171
What it is: (asian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $22-35 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
Capacity is around 60 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
12. Leo’s — 44 Charles Crescent, Lilydale VIC 3171
What it is: (asian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $14-21 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The space seats about 48 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Railway Lane is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
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FAQ
What are the best best asian food options in Lilydale?
Honest Cellar is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Lilydale good for best asian food?
Yes. Lilydale has 12+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Lilydale known for?
Traditional gateway to the Yarra Valley wine region.
How far is Lilydale from Melbourne CBD?
Lilydale is 35km, 52min train, 40min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.
Last updated: March 2026
