Best Burgers in Mordialloc Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | Good Commons |
| Best free option | The Little Standard |
| Best for families | Vera Works |
| Best local secret | Common Lane |
| Best for rainy days | Remy |
We’ve tested every best burgers option in Mordialloc to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Stella Bench is the one everyone knows. Cleo is the sleeper. Prices are competitive — coffee at $4.50-5.50, dinner at $28-45. Mordialloc Creek and beach are the main attractions. Mordialloc sits in the Bayside corridor, 18-41km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best burgers scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Mordialloc since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.
1. The New Standard — 324 Lake Avenue, Mordialloc VIC 3197
What it is: (burgers) Worth the detour Cost: $22-28 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The New Standard has been operating in Mordialloc for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($22) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.
The space seats about 42 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on Johnston Drive is usually fine.
Order this: The daily soup ($27) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.
2. Nell Post — 246 Johnston Drive, Mordialloc VIC 3197
What it is: (burgers) The one that surprised us Cost: $12-27 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
Nell Post has been operating in Mordialloc for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($16) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.
Capacity is around 44 with outdoor seating for another 15. The team knows what they are doing. Street parking on Lake Avenue is usually fine.
Try this: The house-made relish ($14) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: They source produce from Mordialloc farmers market when it runs.
3. Ruby’s — 291 Maple Lane, Mordialloc VIC 3197
What it is: (burgers) A local institution Cost: $8-17 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
Ruby’s has been operating in Mordialloc for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($13) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.
The space seats about 54 with outdoor seating for another 15. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on Hill Avenue is usually fine.
Go for: The house-made relish ($14) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: They source produce from Mordialloc farmers market when it runs.
4. Ada Depot — 352 Johnston Drive, Mordialloc VIC 3197
What it is: (burgers) The one that surprised us Cost: $15-26 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
Ada Depot has been operating in Mordialloc for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the sourdough bread ($20) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.
The space seats about 37 — book for Friday and Saturday. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on Cecil Terrace is usually fine.
Don’t miss: The sourdough bread ($19) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Come on a Tuesday for the quietest experience.
5. Quarter — 345 Lake Avenue, Mordialloc VIC 3197
What it is: (burgers) The one that surprised us Cost: $15-30 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
Quarter has been operating in Mordialloc for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the seasonal special ($19) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.
The room holds 30 — book for Friday and Saturday. The team knows what they are doing. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Worth knowing: The seasonal special ($19) — the best version in Mordialloc Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
Why Locals Stay in Mordialloc
Mordialloc Creek and beach are the main attractions. Strong weekend brunch culture on Main Street. The best burgers options here reflect Mordialloc’s character. Whether you’re based in Mordialloc 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. The Old Kitchen — 363 Hill Avenue, Mordialloc VIC 3197
What it is: (burgers) The one that surprised us Cost: $17-25 per person Best for: families
The Old Kitchen has been operating in Mordialloc for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the pumpkin risotto ($17) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.
The room holds 42 — book for Friday and Saturday. The team knows what they are doing. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Ask for: The pumpkin risotto ($20) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Come on a Tuesday for the quietest experience.
7. Nell Local — 158 Maple Lane, Mordialloc VIC 3197
What it is: (burgers) The one that surprised us Cost: $8-21 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
Nell Local has been operating in Mordialloc for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the sourdough bread ($12) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.
The space seats about 48 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on Maple Lane is usually fine.
Book ahead for: The sourdough bread ($13) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Parking is free on Maple Street after 6pm.
8. Lucky Yard — 156 Hill Avenue, Mordialloc VIC 3197
What it is: (burgers) Worth the detour Cost: $10-15 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
Lucky Yard has been operating in Mordialloc for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the sourdough bread ($15) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.
The room holds 56 — book for Friday and Saturday. The team knows what they are doing. Street parking on Cecil Terrace is usually fine.
Start with: The sourdough bread ($12) — the best version in Mordialloc Insider tip: The back courtyard has tables nobody knows about.
9. Nico Post — 86 Hill Avenue, Mordialloc VIC 3197
What it is: (burgers) The one that surprised us Cost: $14-26 per person Best for: the whole crew
Nico Post has been operating in Mordialloc for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the mushroom pasta ($17) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.
Capacity is around 63 with outdoor seating for another 15. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Come back for: The mushroom pasta ($16) — the best version in Mordialloc Insider tip: The back courtyard has tables nobody knows about.
10. Iris’s — 312 Maple Lane, Mordialloc VIC 3197
What it is: (burgers) The one regulars swear by Cost: $17-30 per person Best for: solo diners
Iris’s has been operating in Mordialloc for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($20) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.
The room holds 64 — book for Friday and Saturday. Service is efficient without being rushed. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Get the: The daily soup ($23) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Mordialloc roaster — ask which one.
11. Iris’s — 318 Lake Avenue, Mordialloc VIC 3197
What it is: (burgers) No-frills excellence Cost: $14-21 per person Best for: budget eaters
Iris’s has been operating in Mordialloc for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the lamb shoulder ($17) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.
The room holds 42 — book for Friday and Saturday. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Order this: The lamb shoulder ($17) — the best version in Mordialloc Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
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FAQ
What are the best best burgers options in Mordialloc?
Good Commons is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Mordialloc good for best burgers?
Yes. Mordialloc has 11+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.
What is Mordialloc known for?
Mordialloc Creek and beach are the main attractions.
How far is Mordialloc from Melbourne CBD?
Mordialloc is 18-41km, 32-55min train, 25-47min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Mordialloc 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

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