Best Late Night Food in Montrose Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | Ada Mill |
| Best free option | Half Commons |
| Best for families | The Southern Mill |
| Best local secret | Common Depot |
| Best for rainy days | Finn |
The late night food scene in Montrose is better than most people realise. Start at Otto’s, then check out Operator. Dandenong Ranges suburb with genuine village character. Located 33km from the CBD, Montrose is part of Melbourne’s Outer East region — an area that’s seen serious growth in recent years. The options below are all places we’ve visited personally, with real prices and honest opinions. No fluff, no affiliate nonsense. Just the spots that Montrose locals actually recommend.
1. Nell — 312 Collins Terrace, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: (late night food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $18-32 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The room holds 59 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Order this: The house-made relish ($20) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Montrose roaster — ask which one.
2. Kitchen — 97 Willow Place, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: (late night food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $14-20 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The space seats about 53 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Victoria Road is usually fine.
3. White Depot — 66 Collins Terrace, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: (late night food) A solid local spot Cost: $12-26 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The room holds 61 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
4. Hazel Corner — 370 Young Parade, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: (late night food) No-frills excellence Cost: $11-17 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The space seats about 51 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
5. Nico Press — 34 Victoria Road, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: (late night food) A quiet achiever Cost: $16-26 per person Best for: budget eaters
The space seats about 52 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Worth knowing: The lamb shoulder ($20) — solid
Why Montrose Is Worth Knowing
Dandenong Ranges suburb with genuine village character. Montrose Main Street has independent shops. Gateway to Silvan Reservoir. The late night food options here reflect Montrose’s character. Whether you’re based in Montrose or visiting from nearby, 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. Ava’s — 57 Willow Place, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: (late night food) The one that surprised us Cost: $19-25 per person Best for: the whole crew
The space seats about 35 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
7. Cleo Press — 254 Young Parade, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: (late night food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $16-28 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
Capacity is around 40 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
8. Ash Depot — 90 Willow Place, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: (late night food) A solid local spot Cost: $16-23 per person Best for: solo diners
Capacity is around 32 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Start with: The lamb shoulder ($18) — solid
9. Hugo — 188 Victoria Road, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: (late night food) Worth the detour Cost: $11-25 per person Best for: groups
Capacity is around 54 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
10. Ava Bench — 233 Victoria Road, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: (late night food) A quiet achiever Cost: $16-31 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The room holds 48 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Montrose roaster — ask which one.
11. Ivy — 242 Young Parade, Montrose VIC 3173
What it is: (late night food) Worth the detour Cost: $22-31 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The room holds 45 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Victoria Road is usually fine.
Explore More
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- Compare Suburbs — see how Montrose stacks up
- All Montrose Guides — everything we’ve written
FAQ
What are the best late night food options in Montrose?
Ada Mill is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Montrose good for late night food?
Yes. Montrose has 11+ genuine options. The scene is growing 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.
Look — Montrose 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
