Best Family Restaurants in Montrose Melbourne 2026
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| No-cost pick | Kai | | Best with kids | Otto Cellar | | Hidden spot | Oliver Cellar | | Bad weather pick | Rex Table |
Montrose doesn’t get the press that inner-city suburbs do, but the locals aren’t complaining. The best restaurants for families scene here is solid, unpretentious, and growing. Hazel’s and Ada Commons are among the standouts, but they’re not the only ones worth your time. Montrose sits 33km from the CBD, and what it lacks in hype it makes up for in substance. Dandenong Ranges suburb with genuine village character.
1. Rosa Union — 194 Young Parade, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $13-21 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The room holds 59 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
2. White Mill — 62 Willow Place, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $8-20 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The space seats about 32 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Victoria Road is usually fine.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Montrose roaster — ask which one.
3. The Sunny Place — 263 Collins Terrace, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $21-35 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The room holds 46 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Willow Place is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Montrose farmers market when it runs.
4. Humble Table — 163 Johnston Avenue, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: A local institution Cost: $15-29 per person Best for: solo diners
Capacity is around 52 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Young Parade is usually fine.
Don’t miss: The lamb shoulder ($20) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Montrose farmers market when it runs.
5. Sol Store — 306 Collins Terrace, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $15-25 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The room holds 48 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Why Locals Stay in Montrose
6. Hazel’s — 145 Willow Place, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $22-32 per person Best for: the whole crew
The space seats about 54 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Ask for: The sourdough bread ($26) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Montrose roaster — ask which one.
7. New Yard — 305 Willow Place, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $13-18 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The space seats about 37 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Victoria Road is usually fine.
8. Finn Depot — 371 Victoria Road, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $19-33 per person Best for: remote workers
The space seats about 41 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Start with: The seasonal special ($25) — solid
9. Zara’s — 257 Collins Terrace, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: A local institution Cost: $18-32 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
Capacity is around 43 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Victoria Road is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
10. Mia’s — 55 Collins Terrace, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $12-21 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
Capacity is around 56 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Victoria Road is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
11. The High Depot — 152 Willow Place, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $22-33 per person Best for: remote workers
The room holds 49 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
12. The White Table — 168 Victoria Road, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $8-23 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
Capacity is around 39 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Try this: The sourdough bread ($10) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Montrose farmers market when it runs.
Explore More
- Kilsyth Best Restaurants for Families — same vibe, different suburb
- Montrose Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Montrose Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Warranwood Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Montrose stacks up
- All Montrose Guides — everything we’ve written about Montrose
FAQ
Yes. The best restaurants for families scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Montrose known for?
Dandenong Ranges suburb with genuine village character.
What is the most family-friendly restaurant in Montrose?
Collective is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Montrose from Melbourne CBD?
Montrose is 33km, no direct train, 38min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Montrose isn’t trying to be the next Fitzroy. It doesn’t need to be. What it does, it does with zero pretension and real substance. That’s worth more than a trendy postcode.
Last updated: March 2026
