Best Pubs in Lyndhurst Melbourne — 2026 Guide

We’ve tested every best pubs option in Lyndhurst to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. The Old Works is the one everyone knows. Mia Table is the sleeper. Prices are fair — coffee at $4.00-4.50, dinner at $18-32. Growing suburb between Dandenong South and Cranbourne North. Lyndhurst sits in the Outer South East corridor, 35km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best pubs scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Lyndhurst since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.

1. The Old Store — 372 Willow Drive, Lyndhurst VIC 3810

What it is: (pubs) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $22-32 per person Best for: solo diners

The Old Store has been operating in Lyndhurst for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the sourdough bread ($27) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 31 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Order this: The sourdough bread ($25) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: The back courtyard has tables nobody knows about.

2. Blue Union — 255 Brunswick Parade, Lyndhurst VIC 3810

What it is: (pubs) Worth the detour Cost: $20-26 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd

Blue Union has been operating in Lyndhurst for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($23) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 48 — book for Friday and Saturday. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Try this: The house-made relish ($23) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: The back courtyard has tables nobody knows about.

3. Tall Yard — 366 Brunswick Parade, Lyndhurst VIC 3810

What it is: (pubs) A solid local spot Cost: $13-23 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead

Tall Yard has been operating in Lyndhurst for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the charcuterie board ($15) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 30 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Go for: The charcuterie board ($17) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

4. The Half Lane — 67 Bell Lane, Lyndhurst VIC 3810

What it is: (pubs) A quiet achiever Cost: $14-19 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop

The Half Lane has been operating in Lyndhurst for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($16) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 53 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. Street parking on Bell Lane is usually fine.

Don’t miss: The daily soup ($19) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

5. Sunny Store — 46 Brunswick Parade, Lyndhurst VIC 3810

What it is: (pubs) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $11-21 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet

Sunny Store has been operating in Lyndhurst for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($11) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 48 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. Street parking on Willow Drive is usually fine.

Worth knowing: The daily soup ($17) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.

6. Commons — 245 Bell Lane, Lyndhurst VIC 3810

What it is: (pubs) The one that surprised us Cost: $19-26 per person Best for: budget eaters

Commons has been operating in Lyndhurst for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($19) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 48 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Ask for: The daily soup ($25) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: They source produce from Lyndhurst farmers market when it runs.

What Nobody Tells You About Lyndhurst

Growing suburb between Dandenong South and Cranbourne North. Mix of industrial and newer residential. Lyndhurst station opened 2012. The best pubs options here reflect Lyndhurst’s character. If you’re living in or near Lyndhurst, 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. Ava — 254 Lake Lane, Lyndhurst VIC 3810

What it is: (pubs) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $10-17 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop

Ava has been operating in Lyndhurst for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($12) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 47 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Book ahead for: The daily soup ($15) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

8. Pearl — 295 Brunswick Parade, Lyndhurst VIC 3810

What it is: (pubs) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $21-29 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy

Pearl has been operating in Lyndhurst for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the seasonal special ($26) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 50 with outdoor seating for another 15. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on Brunswick Parade is usually fine.

Start with: The seasonal special ($26) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.

9. Long Kitchen — 261 Willow Drive, Lyndhurst VIC 3810

What it is: (pubs) No-frills excellence Cost: $12-21 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy

Long Kitchen has been operating in Lyndhurst for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the fish special ($17) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 44 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on Lake Lane is usually fine.

Come back for: The fish special ($18) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: The back courtyard has tables nobody knows about.

10. Hugo — 134 Collins Road, Lyndhurst VIC 3810

What it is: (pubs) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $9-23 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200

Hugo has been operating in Lyndhurst for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($14) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 44 — book for Friday and Saturday. The team knows what they are doing. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Get the: The house-made relish ($13) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

11. Lena Room — 138 Lake Lane, Lyndhurst VIC 3810

What it is: (pubs) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $22-34 per person Best for: families

Lena Room has been operating in Lyndhurst for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the crispy chicken ($26) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 32 with outdoor seating for another 15. Service is efficient without being rushed. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Order this: The crispy chicken ($25) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Come on a Tuesday for the quietest experience.

12. High Bench — 54 Bell Lane, Lyndhurst VIC 3810

What it is: (pubs) The one that surprised us Cost: $22-31 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd

High Bench has been operating in Lyndhurst for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the mushroom pasta ($27) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 41 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Try this: The mushroom pasta ($26) — the best version in Lyndhurst Insider tip: The back courtyard has tables nobody knows about.

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FAQ

What are the best best pubs options in Lyndhurst?

Old Depot is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Lyndhurst good for best pubs?

Yes. Lyndhurst has 12+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.

What is Lyndhurst known for?

Growing suburb between Dandenong South and Cranbourne North.

How far is Lyndhurst from Melbourne CBD?

Lyndhurst is 35km, 46min train, 37min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Look — Lyndhurst won’t win any design awards. But the food is honest, the prices are fair, and the locals actually know each other. In Melbourne, that’s increasingly rare.

Last updated: March 2026