Things to Do in Mitcham This Weekend — 2026
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | Hazel Cellar |
| Best free option | Felix Kitchen |
| Best for families | Honest Works |
| Best local secret | River’s |
| Best for rainy days | Golden Local |
Mitcham 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. Nico’s and Good Room are among the standouts, but they’re not the only ones worth your time. Mitcham sits 24-35km from the CBD, and what it lacks in hype it makes up for in substance. Mitcham station at junction of Belgrave line.
1. The Good Local — 333 James Road, Mitcham VIC 3167
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $21-34 per person Best for: budget eaters
The room holds 64 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.
2. Luna Lane — 343 James Road, Mitcham VIC 3167
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $16-22 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
Capacity is around 38 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
3. Depot — 320 Anderson Parade, Mitcham VIC 3167
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $11-16 per person Best for: solo diners
The space seats about 49 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Go for: The fish special ($16) — solid Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
4. The Green Bench — 317 Chapel Lane, Mitcham VIC 3167
What it is: A local institution Cost: $10-21 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The room holds 42 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.
5. Collective — 248 King Road, Mitcham VIC 3167
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $13-18 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The space seats about 63 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Worth knowing: The sourdough bread ($19) — solid
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6. Sol’s — 333 James Road, Mitcham VIC 3167
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $9-20 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The room holds 38 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
7. Leo Cellar — 349 King Road, Mitcham VIC 3167
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $15-20 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The space seats about 38 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Book ahead for: The pumpkin risotto ($20) — solid Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
8. Bright Standard — 116 Chapel Lane, Mitcham VIC 3167
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $13-25 per person Best for: the whole crew
The room holds 50 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on James Road is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
9. Room — 226 James Road, Mitcham VIC 3167
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $12-18 per person Best for: budget eaters
Capacity is around 50 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Come back for: The fish special ($16) — solid
10. Sol Table — 34 King Road, Mitcham VIC 3167
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $16-26 per person Best for: dates
Capacity is around 52 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Get the: The fish special ($20) — solid
11. The Northern Local — 373 James Road, Mitcham VIC 3167
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $19-32 per person Best for: groups
Capacity is around 48 — 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.
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- Mitcham Things to Do — the full activity guide
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- All Mitcham Guides — everything we’ve written about Mitcham
FAQ
Yes. The things to do this weekend scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Mitcham known for?
Mitcham station at junction of Belgrave line.
What is there to do in Mitcham on a Sunday?
Hazel 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.
If you’re comparing Mitcham to inner-city options, stop. Different league, different game. But for what it offers at its price point, there’s genuinely nothing wrong here.
Last updated: March 2026
