Best Best Pubs in Mont Albert North Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Top pick | Ada Room |
| Free highlight | The Common Depot |
| Family-friendly | The Tall Post |
| Locals only | The Humble Pantry |
| Indoor option | Nina’s |
Mont Albert North doesn’t get the press that inner-city suburbs do, but the locals aren’t complaining. The best pubs scene here is solid, unpretentious, and growing. Atlas’s and Ivy Table are among the standouts, but they’re not the only ones worth your time. Mont Albert North sits 15-30km from the CBD, and what it lacks in hype it makes up for in substance. Mont Albert North is a growing Melbourne suburb with its own local character and community.
1. The White Depot — 274 Creek Lane, Mont Albert North VIC 3057
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $8-20 per person Best for: solo diners
The room holds 63 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Victoria Parade is usually fine.
Order this: The crispy chicken ($13) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Mont Albert North roaster — ask which one.
2. The Long Works — 247 Victoria Parade, Mont Albert North VIC 3057
What it is: A local institution Cost: $16-23 per person Best for: remote workers
The space seats about 30 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Try this: The sourdough bread ($19) — solid
3. Stella’s — 90 Victoria Parade, Mont Albert North VIC 3057
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $17-32 per person Best for: solo diners
The space seats about 48 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on East Place is usually fine.
4. Marco’s — 155 Elizabeth Terrace, Mont Albert North VIC 3057
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $13-28 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
Capacity is around 30 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Elm Street is usually fine.
5. Cellar — 202 East Place, Mont Albert North VIC 3057
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $18-27 per person Best for: groups
Capacity is around 41 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Victoria Parade is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
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6. Cleo’s — 199 Elizabeth Terrace, Mont Albert North VIC 3057
What it is: A local institution Cost: $16-28 per person Best for: the whole crew
The room holds 46 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
7. Red Social — 380 Elm Street, Mont Albert North VIC 3057
What it is: A local institution Cost: $15-20 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The space seats about 59 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
8. Felix’s — 272 East Place, Mont Albert North VIC 3057
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $16-26 per person Best for: dates
The room holds 47 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Start with: The charcuterie board ($19) — solid
9. Bright Kitchen — 360 East Place, Mont Albert North VIC 3057
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $15-28 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
Capacity is around 48 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Victoria Parade is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Mont Albert North farmers market when it runs.
10. The Tall Kitchen — 349 Creek Lane, Mont Albert North VIC 3057
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $13-18 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
Capacity is around 34 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
11. Oliver Standard — 104 Creek Lane, Mont Albert North VIC 3057
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $11-16 per person Best for: remote workers
The room holds 53 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
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FAQ
What is Mont Albert North known for?
Mont Albert North is a growing Melbourne suburb with its own local character and community.
What is Mont Albert North best known for?
Ada Room is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Mont Albert North from Melbourne CBD?
Mont Albert North is 15-30km, 25-45min by public transport from Melbourne CBD.
Mont Albert North 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
