Things to Do in Manor Lakes This Weekend — 2026
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Our #1 | Theo Kitchen |
| Zero-cost winner | The Long Room |
| Kid-approved | Kai’s |
| Under the radar | Standard |
| Wet day saviour | Oliver’s |
Manor Lakes 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. Kai Place and Rosa’s are among the standouts, but they’re not the only ones worth your time. Manor Lakes sits 30km from the CBD, and what it lacks in hype it makes up for in substance. Master-planned community in Wyndham Vale area.
1. Sunny Social — 330 Bourke Place, Manor Lakes VIC 3141
What it is: A local institution Cost: $10-24 per person Best for: budget eaters
The space seats about 31 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Ash Lane is usually fine.
Order this: The house-made relish ($12) — solid
2. Pearl — 289 Plenty Grove, Manor Lakes VIC 3141
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $12-17 per person Best for: solo diners
Capacity is around 56 — 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.
3. The Good Depot — 189 Bourke Place, Manor Lakes VIC 3141
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $21-33 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The room holds 46 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Go for: The fish special ($25) — solid Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
4. Oliver Corner — 339 Ash Lane, Manor Lakes VIC 3141
What it is: A local institution Cost: $14-23 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The room holds 49 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Young Road is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
5. The Golden Room — 243 Barkly Drive, Manor Lakes VIC 3141
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $10-18 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The room holds 49 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Worth knowing: The fish special ($14) — solid
What Makes Manor Lakes Different
6. Ivy’s — 260 Bourke Place, Manor Lakes VIC 3141
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $8-20 per person Best for: budget eaters
The room holds 64 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
7. Oliver’s — 104 Ash Lane, Manor Lakes VIC 3141
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $17-28 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The room holds 38 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
8. The Red Room — 93 Bourke Place, Manor Lakes VIC 3141
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $14-25 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
Capacity is around 65 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Start with: The pumpkin risotto ($17) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Manor Lakes farmers market when it runs.
9. Ava Commons — 201 Plenty Grove, Manor Lakes VIC 3141
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $20-34 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The space seats about 60 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Come back for: The pumpkin risotto ($22) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
10. Mia’s — 237 Young Road, Manor Lakes VIC 3141
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $10-19 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
Capacity is around 33 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Plenty Grove is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
11. Remy’s — 304 Young Road, Manor Lakes VIC 3141
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $11-24 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The space seats about 41 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Order this: The pumpkin risotto ($15) — solid Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
Explore More
- Thornhill Park Things To Do This Weekend — same vibe, different suburb
- Manor Lakes Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Manor Lakes Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Eynesbury Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Manor Lakes stacks up
- All Manor Lakes Guides — everything we’ve written about Manor Lakes
FAQ
Yes. The things to do this weekend scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Manor Lakes known for?
Master-planned community in Wyndham Vale area.
What is there to do in Manor Lakes on a Sunday?
Theo Kitchen is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Manor Lakes from Melbourne CBD?
Manor Lakes is 30km, no direct train, 35min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Manor Lakes 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
Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.
