Montmorency Melbourne — Complete Local Guide 2026
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Our #1 | Tall Corner |
| Zero-cost winner | Theo |
| Kid-approved | Rex’s |
| Under the radar | Sol’s |
| Wet day saviour | The Blue Works |
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 High House is the one everyone knows. The Common Mill is the one they should know. Montmorency has leafy suburb at the base of the yarra ranges.
1. The White Place — 189 James Grove, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $11-19 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The room holds 58 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Montmorency farmers market when it runs.
2. Stella — 41 Margaret Crescent, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $21-34 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The room holds 34 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Hill Drive is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
3. Kai Depot — 168 Lake Road, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $8-21 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The room holds 34 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.
4. Sol — 343 James Grove, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $9-16 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The space seats about 52 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
5. Tall Yard — 331 Margaret Crescent, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $11-24 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
Capacity is around 54 and fills on weekends. Street parking on James Grove is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Montmorency farmers market when it runs.
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6. Stella’s — 261 Lake Road, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $9-20 per person Best for: families
The space seats about 60 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Lake Road is usually fine.
7. The Red Quarter — 85 Margaret Crescent, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $12-27 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The space seats about 57 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Hill Drive is usually fine.
Book ahead for: The house-made relish ($17) — solid Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
8. The Half Table — 66 Cecil Crescent, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $15-27 per person Best for: groups
The room holds 33 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Start with: The crispy chicken ($17) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Montmorency farmers market when it runs.
9. Nico’s — 32 Lake Road, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $13-18 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The space seats about 51 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Lake Road is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
10. Common Lane — 67 Hill Drive, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: A local institution Cost: $19-27 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
Capacity is around 40 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Get the: The crispy chicken ($25) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Montmorency roaster — ask which one.
11. The Golden Depot — 192 Cecil Crescent, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $14-20 per person Best for: solo diners
Capacity is around 59 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Lake Road is usually fine.
12. Sunny Works — 293 James Grove, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $15-21 per person Best for: remote workers
Capacity is around 37 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Lake Road is usually fine.
Explore More
- Briar Hill Suburb Guide — 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 suburb guide scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Montmorency known for?
Leafy suburb at the base of the Yarra Ranges.
Is Montmorency a good suburb to live in?
Tall Corner 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.
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
