Best Family Restaurants in Mulgrave Melbourne 2026
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | Rex’s |
| Best free option | Max Standard |
| Best for families | Mia Commons |
| Best local secret | Theo Table |
| Best for rainy days | The Humble Commons |
The best restaurants for families options here are genuine, well-priced, and run by people who actually live in the suburb. Start at Hazel’s, then work your way to Leo. Home to large corporate offices including Woolworths and Officeworks HQs. This is Mulgrave in 2026.
1. Luna Depot — 70 Johnston Parade, Mulgrave VIC 3171
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $19-30 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The space seats about 57 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Bourke Road is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
2. Old Bench — 221 Creek Parade, Mulgrave VIC 3171
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $12-21 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The room holds 43 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Bourke Road is usually fine.
Try this: The lamb shoulder ($14) — solid
3. Blue House — 376 Bourke Road, Mulgrave VIC 3171
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $8-14 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
Capacity is around 50 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
4. Lena — 12 Creek Parade, Mulgrave VIC 3171
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $15-28 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The space seats about 42 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Smith Road is usually fine.
Don’t miss: The mushroom pasta ($21) — solid Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
5. River’s — 91 Bourke Road, Mulgrave VIC 3171
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $19-33 per person Best for: dates
The room holds 65 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
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6. Lane — 208 Johnston Parade, Mulgrave VIC 3171
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $12-18 per person Best for: families
The room holds 53 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
7. Good Table — 254 Queen Terrace, Mulgrave VIC 3171
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $10-25 per person Best for: groups
The space seats about 57 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
8. Pearl’s — 48 Johnston Parade, Mulgrave VIC 3171
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $21-33 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The space seats about 33 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
9. Nico Quarter — 322 Bourke Road, Mulgrave VIC 3171
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $20-35 per person Best for: dates
The space seats about 52 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
10. Luna’s — 242 Smith Road, Mulgrave VIC 3171
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $19-26 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The space seats about 49 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
11. Oliver Cellar — 178 Bourke Road, Mulgrave VIC 3171
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $18-33 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
Capacity is around 41 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Explore More
- Wheelers Hill Best Restaurants for Families — same vibe, different suburb
- Mulgrave Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Mulgrave Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Ringwood East Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Mulgrave stacks up
- All Mulgrave Guides — everything we’ve written about Mulgrave
FAQ
Yes. The best restaurants for families scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Mulgrave known for?
Home to large corporate offices including Woolworths and Officeworks HQs.
What is the most family-friendly restaurant in Mulgrave?
Rex’s is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Mulgrave from Melbourne CBD?
Mulgrave is 24-35km, 35-52min train, 28-40min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.
Last updated: March 2026
