Best Thai Food in Montrose Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Our #1 | Gus’s |
| Zero-cost winner | Kai Social |
| Kid-approved | The Green Room |
| Under the radar | Nina Social |
| Wet day saviour | Ruby’s |
We’ve tested every best thai food option in Montrose to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Oliver is the one everyone knows. Blue Room is the sleeper. Prices are fair — coffee at $4.00-4.50, dinner at $18-32. Dandenong Ranges suburb with genuine village character. Montrose sits in the Outer East corridor, 33km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best thai food scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Montrose since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.
1. River’s — 69 Willow Place, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: (thai food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $19-29 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The space seats about 61 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
2. Long Lane — 282 Young Parade, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: (thai food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $15-29 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
Capacity is around 58 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Collins Terrace is usually fine.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Montrose roaster — ask which one.
3. Max Post — 348 Johnston Avenue, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: (thai food) The one that surprised us Cost: $16-27 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The room holds 64 — 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.
4. Archive — 178 Young Parade, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: (thai food) A quiet achiever Cost: $12-17 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The room holds 41 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
5. Remy’s — 365 Johnston Avenue, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: (thai food) Worth the detour Cost: $13-23 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The space seats about 37 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Young Parade is usually fine.
What Montrose Actually Is
Dandenong Ranges suburb with genuine village character. Montrose Main Street has independent shops. Gateway to Silvan Reservoir. The best thai food options here reflect Montrose’s character. For Montrose 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. Place — 164 Willow Place, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: (thai food) A solid local spot Cost: $9-23 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The space seats about 61 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
7. The Southern Kitchen — 64 Willow Place, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: (thai food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $10-24 per person Best for: budget eaters
The space seats about 46 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
8. Room — 378 Victoria Road, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: (thai food) No-frills excellence Cost: $8-21 per person Best for: budget eaters
The room holds 43 — 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.
9. The Good Local — 104 Willow Place, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: (thai food) A local institution Cost: $12-21 per person Best for: families
The room holds 52 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
10. The Common Depot — 94 Collins Terrace, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: (thai food) Worth the detour Cost: $20-27 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
Capacity is around 46 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
11. River’s — 244 Collins Terrace, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: (thai food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $22-37 per person Best for: remote workers
Capacity is around 46 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Montrose roaster — ask which one.
Explore More
- Kilsyth Best Thai Food — same vibe, different suburb
- Montrose Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Montrose Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Montrose Complete Guide — everything about Montrose
- Compare Suburbs — see how Montrose stacks up
- All Montrose Guides — everything we’ve written
FAQ
What are the best best thai food options in Montrose?
Gus’s is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Montrose good for best thai food?
Yes. Montrose has 11+ genuine options. The scene is established and well worth exploring.
What is Montrose known for?
Dandenong Ranges suburb with genuine village character.
How far is Montrose from Melbourne CBD?
Montrose is 33km, no direct train, 38min drive from Melbourne CBD.
If you’re comparing Montrose to inner-city options, stop. Different league, different game. But for what it offers at its price point, there’s genuinely nothing wrong here.
Last updated: March 2026
