Best Asian Food in Niddrie Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Our #1 | The Bright Local |
| Zero-cost winner | The Old Store |
| Kid-approved | River Cellar |
| Under the radar | Leo Pantry |
| Wet day saviour | Theo Pantry |
1. Mia’s — 189 West Parade, Niddrie VIC 3077
What it is: (asian food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $20-30 per person Best for: dates
The room holds 53 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They source produce from Niddrie farmers market when it runs.
2. Max’s — 203 Main Road, Niddrie VIC 3077
What it is: (asian food) A quiet achiever Cost: $16-30 per person Best for: remote workers
Capacity is around 64 and fills on weekends. Street parking on East Street is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
3. Kitchen — 270 Main Road, Niddrie VIC 3077
What it is: (asian food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $8-15 per person Best for: families
The space seats about 55 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Barkly Place is usually fine.
Go for: The house-made relish ($13) — solid Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
4. Stella — 327 Main Road, Niddrie VIC 3077
What it is: (asian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $9-24 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The room holds 30 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Don’t miss: The house-made relish ($15) — solid
5. Good Press — 294 Main Road, Niddrie VIC 3077
What it is: (asian food) A local institution Cost: $9-16 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The space seats about 37 and fills on weekends. Street parking on East Street is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
6. The Long Works — 231 Queen Road, Niddrie VIC 3077
What it is: (asian food) A solid local spot Cost: $9-22 per person Best for: budget eaters
The room holds 44 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.
What Niddrie Actually Is
Near Essendon Airport. Keilor Road strip has cafes and Greek bakeries. The best asian food options here reflect Niddrie’s character. If you’re living in or near Niddrie, 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.
7. Gus’s — 46 Main Road, Niddrie VIC 3077
What it is: (asian food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $19-24 per person Best for: dates
The space seats about 30 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
8. Golden Pantry — 297 East Street, Niddrie VIC 3077
What it is: (asian food) A solid local spot Cost: $19-34 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 48 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Barkly Place is usually fine.
Start with: The charcuterie board ($22) — solid Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
9. Finn — 183 West Parade, Niddrie VIC 3077
What it is: (asian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $9-18 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
Capacity is around 56 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Queen Road is usually fine.
Come back for: The pumpkin risotto ($11) — solid Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
10. The New Lane — 96 West Parade, Niddrie VIC 3077
What it is: (asian food) A local institution Cost: $17-24 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
Capacity is around 49 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Queen Road is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
11. Operator — 5 East Street, Niddrie VIC 3077
What it is: (asian food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $14-29 per person Best for: dates
Capacity is around 62 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Main Road is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
12. Golden Works — 309 Main Road, Niddrie VIC 3077
What it is: (asian food) A quiet achiever Cost: $10-24 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The room holds 37 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Try this: The daily soup ($13) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
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FAQ
What are the best best asian food options in Niddrie?
The Bright Local is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Niddrie good for best asian food?
Yes. Niddrie has 12+ genuine options. The scene is established and well worth exploring.
What is Niddrie known for?
Near Essendon Airport.
How far is Niddrie from Melbourne CBD?
Niddrie is 9-20km, 18-38min train, 15-28min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Look — Niddrie 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
