Best Burgers in Montmorency Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Top pick | Ruby Quarter |
| Free highlight | Nell |
| Family-friendly | The Blue Social |
| Locals only | Archive |
| Indoor option | Mabel’s |
1. Rosa Union — 157 Cecil Crescent, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: (burgers) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $9-15 per person Best for: solo diners
Capacity is around 41 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Montmorency farmers market when it runs.
2. Long Press — 164 Margaret Crescent, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: (burgers) The one regulars swear by Cost: $18-24 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The space seats about 57 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Try this: The daily soup ($20) — solid
3. New Mill — 59 Cecil Crescent, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: (burgers) A quiet achiever Cost: $10-21 per person Best for: budget eaters
The room holds 46 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
4. The Old Commons — 128 James Grove, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: (burgers) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $15-21 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The room holds 60 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
5. Nico Kitchen — 257 Lake Road, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: (burgers) A quiet achiever Cost: $22-33 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The room holds 49 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Why Montmorency Is Worth Knowing
Leafy suburb at the base of the Yarra Ranges. Were Shire bushland and walking trails nearby. Strong community identity. The best burgers options here reflect Montmorency’s character. For Montmorency locals and anyone in the area, 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.
6. Pearl — 123 James Grove, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: (burgers) The one regulars swear by Cost: $21-34 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The space seats about 41 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
7. Golden Store — 338 James Grove, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: (burgers) A quiet achiever Cost: $10-25 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
Capacity is around 40 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Book ahead for: The daily soup ($14) — solid
8. High Place — 48 James Grove, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: (burgers) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $16-27 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The room holds 39 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
9. Lena’s — 139 James Grove, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: (burgers) A quiet achiever Cost: $10-17 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
Capacity is around 63 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
10. The Sunny Cellar — 182 Cecil Crescent, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: (burgers) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $11-19 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The room holds 49 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.
11. Finn — 203 Cecil Crescent, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: (burgers) A local institution Cost: $15-22 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The space seats about 44 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Order this: The sourdough bread ($17) — solid
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FAQ
What are the best best burgers options in Montmorency?
Ruby Quarter is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Montmorency good for best burgers?
Yes. Montmorency has 11+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Montmorency known for?
Leafy suburb at the base of the Yarra Ranges.
How far is Montmorency from Melbourne CBD?
Montmorency is 19km, 36min train, 26min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Look — Montmorency 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
Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.
