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 space seats about 42 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Johnston Drive is usually fine.
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
Capacity is around 44 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Lake Avenue is usually fine.
Try this: The house-made relish ($14) — solid 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
The space seats about 54 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Hill Avenue is usually fine.
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
The space seats about 37 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Cecil Terrace is usually fine.
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
The room holds 30 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
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 room holds 42 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Ask for: The pumpkin risotto ($20) — solid
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
The space seats about 48 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Maple Lane is usually fine.
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
The room holds 56 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Cecil Terrace is usually fine.
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
Capacity is around 63 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
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
The room holds 64 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
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
The room holds 42 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
Explore More
- Mentone Best Burgers — same vibe, different suburb
- Mordialloc Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Mordialloc Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Mordialloc Complete Guide — everything about Mordialloc
- Compare Suburbs — see how Mordialloc stacks up
- All Mordialloc Guides — everything we’ve written
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
Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.
