Best Dog Friendly Guide in Mitcham Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Our #1 | Theo Cellar |
| Zero-cost winner | Luna Local |
| Kid-approved | Ash’s |
| Under the radar | The Lucky House |
| Wet day saviour | Remy’s |
We’ve spent months eating, drinking, and exploring Mitcham to put this guide together. The suburb is 4.00-4.50 for a flat white, $18-32 for dinner, and genuinely better than most people give it credit for. The Honest House is the one everyone knows. Mabel is the one they should know. Mitcham has mitcham station at junction of belgrave line.
1. Luna’s — 335 King Road, Mitcham VIC 3167
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $9-15 per person Best for: solo diners
The room holds 54 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Anderson Parade is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
2. Stella’s — 233 Chapel Lane, Mitcham VIC 3167
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $12-19 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
Capacity is around 46 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
3. Kitchen — 289 Chapel Lane, Mitcham VIC 3167
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $14-27 per person Best for: groups
The space seats about 34 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Ash Avenue is usually fine.
Go for: The seasonal special ($18) — solid
4. Red Yard — 332 Anderson Parade, Mitcham VIC 3167
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $13-22 per person Best for: remote workers
The room holds 34 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Ash Avenue is usually fine.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Mitcham roaster — ask which one.
5. The Golden Place — 377 Ash Avenue, Mitcham VIC 3167
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $8-17 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The room holds 32 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Anderson Parade is usually fine.
Mitcham — The Honest Version
6. Iris — 265 James Road, Mitcham VIC 3167
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $19-30 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
Capacity is around 51 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Mitcham roaster — ask which one.
7. Vera Press — 57 James Road, Mitcham VIC 3167
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $19-33 per person Best for: dates
The space seats about 58 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Ash Avenue is usually fine.
Book ahead for: The house-made relish ($23) — solid
8. Blue Quarter — 343 James Road, Mitcham VIC 3167
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $18-24 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The space seats about 32 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Ash Avenue is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
9. Room — 368 Anderson Parade, Mitcham VIC 3167
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $9-21 per person Best for: groups
The room holds 30 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Come back for: The charcuterie board ($15) — solid
10. The Blue Union — 255 King Road, Mitcham VIC 3167
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $15-27 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 39 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Mitcham roaster — ask which one.
11. The Little Depot — 325 Chapel Lane, Mitcham VIC 3167
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $19-29 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The space seats about 64 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on James Road is usually fine.
Explore More
- Wantirna South Dog Friendly Guide — same vibe, different suburb
- Mitcham Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Mitcham Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Nunawading Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Mitcham stacks up
- All Mitcham Guides — everything we’ve written about Mitcham
FAQ
Yes. The dog friendly guide scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Mitcham known for?
Mitcham station at junction of Belgrave line.
What is Mitcham best known for?
Theo Cellar is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Mitcham from Melbourne CBD?
Mitcham is 24-35km, 35-52min train, 28-40min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Mitcham isn’t trying to be the next Fitzroy. It doesn’t need to be. What it does, it does with zero pretension and real substance. That’s worth more than a trendy postcode.
Last updated: March 2026
