Best Thai Food in Mont Albert Melbourne — 2026 Guide

We’ve tested every best thai food option in Mont Albert to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Tall Yard is the one everyone knows. Ivy is the sleeper. Prices are competitive — coffee at $4.50-5.50, dinner at $28-45. Quiet residential suburb with Hamilton Street shops. Mont Albert sits in the Middle East corridor, 14-22km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best thai food scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Mont Albert since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.

1. Little Local — 128 Barkly Drive, Mont Albert VIC 3150

What it is: (thai food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $14-20 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd

Little Local has been operating in Mont Albert for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the charcuterie board ($19) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 56 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Order this: The charcuterie board ($19) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

2. Felix Room — 333 Elizabeth Road, Mont Albert VIC 3150

What it is: (thai food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $12-18 per person Best for: groups

Felix Room has been operating in Mont Albert for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the lamb shoulder ($13) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 47 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Try this: The lamb shoulder ($15) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Parking is free on Elizabeth Street after 6pm.

3. Golden Lane — 261 Elizabeth Road, Mont Albert VIC 3150

What it is: (thai food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $19-28 per person Best for: budget eaters

Golden Lane has been operating in Mont Albert for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($22) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 37 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Go for: The daily soup ($25) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Mont Albert roaster — ask which one.

4. The New Local — 189 Elizabeth Road, Mont Albert VIC 3150

What it is: (thai food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $19-31 per person Best for: solo diners

The New Local has been operating in Mont Albert for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the sourdough bread ($22) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 41 with outdoor seating for another 15. The team knows what they are doing. Street parking on Elizabeth Road is usually fine.

Don’t miss: The sourdough bread ($22) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

What Mont Albert Actually Is

Quiet residential suburb with Hamilton Street shops. Mont Albert station on Belgrave line. The best thai food options here reflect Mont Albert’s character. Whether you’re based in Mont Albert 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.

5. Iris’s — 55 Anderson Terrace, Mont Albert VIC 3150

What it is: (thai food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $8-18 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy

Iris’s has been operating in Mont Albert for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($8) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 38 with outdoor seating for another 15. The team knows what they are doing. Street parking on Elizabeth Road is usually fine.

Worth knowing: The daily soup ($12) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.

6. Leo Yard — 274 Elizabeth Road, Mont Albert VIC 3150

What it is: (thai food) A local institution Cost: $22-29 per person Best for: solo diners

Leo Yard has been operating in Mont Albert for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($24) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 55 with outdoor seating for another 15. The team knows what they are doing. Street parking on Anderson Terrace is usually fine.

Ask for: The house-made relish ($28) — the best version in Mont Albert Insider tip: They source produce from Mont Albert farmers market when it runs.

7. Hazel’s — 247 Ash Avenue, Mont Albert VIC 3150

What it is: (thai food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $17-27 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop

Hazel’s has been operating in Mont Albert for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the seasonal special ($18) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 46 with outdoor seating for another 15. The team knows what they are doing. Street parking on Barkly Drive is usually fine.

Book ahead for: The seasonal special ($19) — the best version in Mont Albert Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

8. Hugo Quarter — 266 Anderson Terrace, Mont Albert VIC 3150

What it is: (thai food) A solid local spot Cost: $21-35 per person Best for: the whole crew

Hugo Quarter has been operating in Mont Albert for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the charcuterie board ($25) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 59 — book for Friday and Saturday. The team knows what they are doing. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Start with: The charcuterie board ($23) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

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FAQ

What are the best best thai food options in Mont Albert?

Nell’s is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Mont Albert good for best thai food?

Yes. Mont Albert has 8+ genuine options. The scene is established and well worth exploring.

What is Mont Albert known for?

Quiet residential suburb with Hamilton Street shops.

How far is Mont Albert from Melbourne CBD?

Mont Albert is 14-22km, 25-38min train, 20-30min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Look — Mont Albert won’t win any design awards. But the food is honest, the prices are fair, and the locals actually know each other. In Melbourne, that’s increasingly rare.

Last updated: March 2026