Best Bars for Dates in Montmorency Melbourne 2026
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Top pick | The Common Mill |
| Free highlight | Felix Commons |
| Family-friendly | Ivy’s |
| Locals only | The Green Press |
| Indoor option | Nico’s |
We’ve spent months eating, drinking, and exploring Montmorency 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 Common Union is the one everyone knows. The Southern Depot is the one they should know. Montmorency has leafy suburb at the base of the yarra ranges.
1. Zara Standard — 206 Lake Road, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $8-13 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The room holds 43 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Lake Road is usually fine.
2. Society — 177 Hill Drive, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $9-17 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
Capacity is around 46 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on James Grove is usually fine.
3. Sol Post — 209 Hill Drive, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $10-24 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The room holds 51 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
4. Ash — 338 James Grove, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $22-34 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The room holds 45 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Lake Road is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Montmorency farmers market when it runs.
5. Mabel Corner — 318 James Grove, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $19-25 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The room holds 54 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Worth knowing: The crispy chicken ($23) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Montmorency farmers market when it runs.
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6. Rosa’s — 19 Margaret Crescent, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $9-19 per person Best for: dates
The room holds 33 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
7. Ivy’s — 102 Lake Road, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $17-30 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
Capacity is around 53 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
8. Ash Quarter — 97 Margaret Crescent, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: A local institution Cost: $12-19 per person Best for: budget eaters
Capacity is around 54 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
9. Ada Yard — 92 Cecil Crescent, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $21-26 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The space seats about 60 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Montmorency roaster — ask which one.
10. Nell Yard — 349 Margaret Crescent, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: A local institution Cost: $21-27 per person Best for: the whole crew
The space seats about 56 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
11. Standard — 82 Cecil Crescent, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $12-19 per person Best for: families
The room holds 61 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They source produce from Montmorency farmers market when it runs.
Explore More
- Briar Hill Best Bars for Dates — same vibe, different suburb
- Montmorency Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Montmorency Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Lower Plenty Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Montmorency stacks up
- All Montmorency Guides — everything we’ve written about Montmorency
FAQ
Yes. The best bars for dates scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Montmorency known for?
Leafy suburb at the base of the Yarra Ranges.
Where is a good date spot in Montmorency?
The Common Mill is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Montmorency from Melbourne CBD?
Montmorency is 19km, 36min train, 26min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.
Last updated: March 2026
