Best Thai Food in Melton Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | Vera Lane |
| Best free option | Table |
| Best for families | The Golden Quarter |
| Best local secret | Luna Lane |
| Best for rainy days | Cleo Yard |
The best thai food scene in Melton is growing every year. Start at Nina Room, then check out Finn Kitchen. Second-fastest growing community in Australia. Located 35km from the CBD, Melton is part of Melbourne’s Outer West 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 Melton locals actually recommend.
1. Atlas Press — 235 Maple Street, Melton VIC 3325
What it is: (thai food) A local institution Cost: $13-27 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The room holds 65 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
2. The Old Table — 366 North Crescent, Melton VIC 3325
What it is: (thai food) The one that surprised us Cost: $14-28 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
Capacity is around 34 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Rowan Lane is usually fine.
Try this: The daily soup ($16) — solid
3. Quarter — 114 North Crescent, Melton VIC 3325
What it is: (thai food) A solid local spot Cost: $13-27 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 32 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Go for: The fish special ($16) — solid
4. Ava’s — 99 Rowan Lane, Melton VIC 3325
What it is: (thai food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $12-26 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 63 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Don’t miss: The charcuterie board ($16) — solid Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
5. Lena’s — 128 Smith Street, Melton VIC 3325
What it is: (thai food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $9-19 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The room holds 49 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
The Reality of Melton
Second-fastest growing community in Australia. Was farmland 25 years ago. Melton Line upgrade delivering 50% more train capacity. The best thai food options here reflect Melton’s character. If you’re living in or near Melton, 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. White Lane — 11 Young Road, Melton VIC 3325
What it is: (thai food) Worth the detour Cost: $20-34 per person Best for: the whole crew
The space seats about 54 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Maple Street is usually fine.
Ask for: The fish special ($23) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Melton farmers market when it runs.
7. White Social — 312 Rowan Lane, Melton VIC 3325
What it is: (thai food) The one that surprised us Cost: $16-25 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
Capacity is around 35 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Book ahead for: The sourdough bread ($21) — solid
8. Good Yard — 51 North Crescent, Melton VIC 3325
What it is: (thai food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $8-20 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The space seats about 37 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Melton roaster — ask which one.
9. The New Place — 193 North Crescent, Melton VIC 3325
What it is: (thai food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $19-32 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 41 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
10. Common Local — 238 Rowan Lane, Melton VIC 3325
What it is: (thai food) A quiet achiever Cost: $18-28 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 58 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on North Crescent is usually fine.
Get the: The pumpkin risotto ($24) — solid
11. Works — 99 Maple Street, Melton VIC 3325
What it is: (thai food) Worth the detour Cost: $13-25 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
Capacity is around 53 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
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FAQ
What are the best best thai food options in Melton?
Vera Lane is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Melton good for best thai food?
Yes. Melton has 11+ genuine options. The scene is established and well worth exploring.
What is Melton known for?
Second-fastest growing community in Australia.
How far is Melton from Melbourne CBD?
Melton is 35km, 55min train, 40min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Melton 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
