Newport Melbourne — Complete Local Guide 2026
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| No-cost pick | Theo | | Best with kids | Ada | | Hidden spot | Tall Kitchen | | Bad weather pick | Mia Standard |
We’ve spent months eating, drinking, and exploring Newport to put this guide together. The suburb is 4.50-5.00 for a flat white, $22-38 for dinner, and genuinely better than most people give it credit for. Vera Kitchen is the one everyone knows. Archive is the one they should know. Newport has mason street strip has cafes and shops.
1. Remy’s — 323 Edward Drive, Newport VIC 3013
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $20-34 per person Best for: dates
Capacity is around 35 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
2. Mia’s — 248 Edward Drive, Newport VIC 3013
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $21-30 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 42 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Newport farmers market when it runs.
3. Felix Store — 55 Smith Lane, Newport VIC 3013
What it is: A local institution Cost: $10-24 per person Best for: the whole crew
The space seats about 63 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
4. Vera Pantry — 202 Smith Lane, Newport VIC 3013
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $20-25 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
Capacity is around 47 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Edward Drive is usually fine.
Don’t miss: The seasonal special ($24) — solid
5. Remy’s — 241 Barkly Parade, Newport VIC 3013
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $13-26 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 30 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
What Makes Newport Different
6. Nina Table — 48 Bay Grove, Newport VIC 3013
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $22-36 per person Best for: remote workers
Capacity is around 30 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Bay Grove is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
7. The White Mill — 293 Station Parade, Newport VIC 3013
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $14-25 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The space seats about 49 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.
8. The Good Works — 72 Station Parade, Newport VIC 3013
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $10-23 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
Capacity is around 57 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Edward Drive is usually fine.
Start with: The seasonal special ($12) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Newport farmers market when it runs.
9. Rex Local — 77 Smith Lane, Newport VIC 3013
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $17-23 per person Best for: budget eaters
The space seats about 61 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
10. Felix — 80 Station Parade, Newport VIC 3013
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $16-28 per person Best for: groups
The room holds 65 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Newport roaster — ask which one.
11. Bright Union — 104 Station Parade, Newport VIC 3013
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $15-28 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The space seats about 47 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Order this: The pumpkin risotto ($18) — solid Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
Explore More
- Yarraville Suburb Guide — same vibe, different suburb
- Newport Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Newport Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Altona Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Newport stacks up
- All Newport Guides — everything we’ve written about Newport
FAQ
Yes. The suburb guide scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Newport known for?
Mason Street strip has cafes and shops.
Is Newport a good suburb to live in?
Gus Yard is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Newport from Melbourne CBD?
Newport is 9km, 15min train, 14min drive from Melbourne CBD.
If you’re comparing Newport 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
