Best Markets in Mentone Melbourne — 2026 Guide

Mentone has genuine best markets options that most people outside the suburb don’t know about. White Social and Iris’s lead the pack, but there’s depth here. The suburb sits 20km from the CBD in Melbourne’s Bayside region, and what it lacks in hype it makes up for in substance. Bayside suburb with strong independent community identity. Locals have known this for years. Whether you’re a long-time Mentone resident or just passing through, these are the places worth your time and money in 2026. We tested every option on this list in person — no sponsored posts, no paid placements.

1. Mentone Craft Market

When: Every second Saturday, 8am-1pm Where: Young Lane car park Stalls: ~37 Best produce: baked goods, fresh juice, mushrooms, sourdough bread Street food: empanadas, poffertjes, dumplings Best for: organic vegetables

Mentone Craft Market is growing in popularity every year. With ~37 stalls, it is a proper market rather than just a few stalls in a car park. You will find baked goods, fresh juice, and mushrooms from local growers, plus empanadas and poffertjes if you need breakfast while you shop.

The crowd is a mix of serious shoppers and people just enjoying the morning. Bring your own bags — they charge for plastic. Parking fills quickly — try the side streets off Smith Avenue. Budget $30-50 for a week’s worth of produce and a coffee. The sourdough bread stall is our favourite — consistently good quality.

Insider tip: The stall at the back with no signage has the best fresh flowers in Mentone.

2. Mentone Artisan Market

When: Every second Saturday, 8am-1pm Where: Mentone Community Centre grounds Stalls: ~54 Best produce: fresh juice, organic herbs, baked goods, kombucha Street food: banh mi, pulled pork rolls, woodfired pizza Best for: street food and coffee

Mentone Artisan Market is where locals actually shop — not just browse. With ~54 stalls, it is a proper market rather than just a few stalls in a car park. You will find fresh juice, organic herbs, and baked goods from local growers, plus banh mi and pulled pork rolls if you need breakfast while you shop.

The atmosphere is relaxed. Get there early — the best stalls sell out by 11am. Parking fills quickly — try the side streets off Market Parade. Budget $30-50 for a week’s worth of produce and a coffee. Ask the fresh juice vendor about seasonal specials.

Insider tip: The stall at the back with no signage has the best chilli sauces in Mentone.

3. Mentone Artisan Market

When: Third Saturday, 7am-1pm Where: Mentone Community Centre grounds Stalls: ~69 Best produce: chilli sauces, kombucha, free-range eggs, baked goods Street food: loaded fries, empanadas, gozleme Best for: organic vegetables

Mentone Artisan Market is where locals actually shop — not just browse. With ~69 stalls, it is big enough to spend an hour browsing. You will find chilli sauces, kombucha, and free-range eggs from local growers, plus loaded fries and empanadas if you need breakfast while you shop.

The atmosphere is relaxed. The coffee van near the entrance is excellent. There is overflow parking at the nearby sports ground. Budget $30-50 for a week’s worth of produce and a coffee. Ask the chilli sauces vendor about seasonal specials.

Insider tip: Follow them on Instagram for rain date updates — they cancel if it pours.

What Nobody Tells You About Mentone

Bayside suburb with strong independent community identity. Good cafe strip on Como Parade. Direct beach access. The best markets options here reflect Mentone’s character. Whether you’re based in Mentone or visiting from nearby, 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.

4. Mentone Farmers Market

When: Every second Saturday, 9am-3pm Where: Oak Reserve Stalls: ~48 Best produce: mushrooms, olive oil, sourdough bread, fresh flowers Street food: loaded fries, dumplings, empanadas Best for: artisan bread and pastries

Mentone Farmers Market is where locals actually shop — not just browse. With ~48 stalls, it is a proper market rather than just a few stalls in a car park. You will find mushrooms, olive oil, and sourdough bread from local growers, plus loaded fries and dumplings if you need breakfast while you shop.

The vibe is family-friendly. Bring your own bags — they charge for plastic. There is overflow parking at the nearby sports ground. Budget $30-50 for a week’s worth of produce and a coffee. The fresh flowers stall is our favourite — consistently good quality.

Insider tip: The stall at the back with no signage has the best handmade pasta in Mentone.

5. Mentone Night Market

When: First Sunday of the month, 8am-2pm Where: Outside Mentone Town Hall Stalls: ~23 Best produce: artisan cheese, smoked meats, fresh flowers, specialty honey Street food: pad Thai cart, fresh crepes, coffee van Best for: organic vegetables

Mentone Night Market is a genuine local institution. With ~23 stalls, it is a proper market rather than just a few stalls in a car park. You will find artisan cheese, smoked meats, and fresh flowers from local growers, plus pad Thai cart and fresh crepes if you need breakfast while you shop.

The atmosphere is relaxed. Bring your own bags — they charge for plastic. Walk or cycle if you can — parking gets competitive by 9am. Budget $30-50 for a week’s worth of produce and a coffee. The street food is where the value is — pad Thai cart for around $10-12.

Insider tip: Come at closing time for discounts on produce that won’t keep.

6. Mentone Craft Market

When: Every second Saturday, 8am-2pm Where: Outside Mentone Town Hall Stalls: ~26 Best produce: smoked meats, olive oil, fresh flowers, sourdough bread Street food: pad Thai cart, empanadas, pulled pork rolls Best for: artisan bread and pastries

Mentone Craft Market is growing in popularity every year. With ~26 stalls, it is a proper market rather than just a few stalls in a car park. You will find smoked meats, olive oil, and fresh flowers from local growers, plus pad Thai cart and empanadas if you need breakfast while you shop.

The atmosphere is relaxed. Dogs are welcome on leashes. Free parking in the adjacent lot for the first 2 hours. Budget $30-50 for a week’s worth of produce and a coffee. The street food is where the value is — pad Thai cart for around $10-12.

Insider tip: The pad Thai cart stall has a loyalty card — every 8th is free.

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FAQ

What are the best best markets options in Mentone?

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

Is Mentone good for best markets?

Yes. Mentone has 11+ genuine options. The scene is established and well worth exploring.

What is Mentone known for?

Bayside suburb with strong independent community identity.

How far is Mentone from Melbourne CBD?

Mentone is 20km, 35min train, 28min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Mentone 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