Best Sushi & Japanese in Macleod Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Top pick | Ruby’s |
| Free highlight | The White Place |
| Family-friendly | Bright Cellar |
| Locals only | Humble Depot |
| Indoor option | Kai |
1. Theo — 340 Henry Terrace, Macleod VIC 3095
What it is: (sushi and japanese) A solid local spot Cost: $12-26 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The room holds 36 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Lygon Lane is usually fine.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Macleod roaster — ask which one.
2. Nina’s — 307 Sydney Road, Macleod VIC 3095
What it is: (sushi and japanese) A quiet achiever Cost: $9-24 per person Best for: the whole crew
Capacity is around 64 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
3. Finn Standard — 278 Henry Terrace, Macleod VIC 3095
What it is: (sushi and japanese) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $12-21 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The room holds 32 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Go for: The fish special ($14) — solid Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
4. Hazel Pantry — 97 Henry Terrace, Macleod VIC 3095
What it is: (sushi and japanese) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $22-33 per person Best for: groups
The room holds 62 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Macleod roaster — ask which one.
5. Golden Commons — 310 Murray Parade, Macleod VIC 3095
What it is: (sushi and japanese) The one that surprised us Cost: $16-31 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The space seats about 34 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
The Reality of Macleod
Quiet residential suburb. Railway Parade strip has local shops and cafes. The best sushi and japanese options here reflect Macleod’s character. For Macleod locals and anyone in the area, 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.
6. Otto — 163 Murray Parade, Macleod VIC 3095
What it is: (sushi and japanese) A local institution Cost: $14-21 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The room holds 40 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Ask for: The crispy chicken ($17) — solid Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
7. Bench — 316 Lygon Lane, Macleod VIC 3095
What it is: (sushi and japanese) A local institution Cost: $13-19 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 41 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Murray Parade is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
8. Remy’s — 250 Sydney Road, Macleod VIC 3095
What it is: (sushi and japanese) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $13-21 per person Best for: the whole crew
The space seats about 60 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Lygon Lane is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
9. The Green Social — 335 Plenty Grove, Macleod VIC 3095
What it is: (sushi and japanese) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $11-23 per person Best for: groups
Capacity is around 36 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Murray Parade is usually fine.
Come back for: The house-made relish ($15) — solid Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
10. The Blue Yard — 266 Lygon Lane, Macleod VIC 3095
What it is: (sushi and japanese) A solid local spot Cost: $15-23 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The room holds 59 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
11. Ivy’s — 78 Lygon Lane, Macleod VIC 3095
What it is: (sushi and japanese) No-frills excellence Cost: $8-17 per person Best for: solo diners
Capacity is around 60 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
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FAQ
What are the best best sushi and japanese options in Macleod?
Ruby’s is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Macleod good for best sushi and japanese?
Yes. Macleod has 11+ genuine options. The scene is established and well worth exploring.
What is Macleod known for?
Quiet residential suburb.
How far is Macleod from Melbourne CBD?
Macleod is 22-33km, 40-50min train, 30-40min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Look — Macleod 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
Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.
