Best Family Restaurants in Notting Hill Melbourne 2026
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Top pick | Max’s |
| Free highlight | Sunny Yard |
| Family-friendly | The Good Corner |
| Locals only | Pantry |
| Indoor option | Tall House |
The best restaurants for families options here are genuine, well-priced, and run by people who actually live in the suburb. Start at Half Works, then work your way to House. Monash University Clayton campus adjacent. This is Notting Hill in 2026.
1. Mabel’s — 210 Sydney Road, Notting Hill VIC 3151
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $11-26 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The room holds 47 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Order this: The pumpkin risotto ($14) — solid
2. Marco — 375 West Terrace, Notting Hill VIC 3151
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $9-23 per person Best for: remote workers
Capacity is around 54 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Try this: The sourdough bread ($11) — solid
3. Table — 276 West Terrace, Notting Hill VIC 3151
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $10-24 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 60 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
4. Marco’s — 274 Bay Place, Notting Hill VIC 3151
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $22-33 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The space seats about 35 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on West Terrace is usually fine.
Don’t miss: The house-made relish ($27) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Notting Hill farmers market when it runs.
5. Finn Corner — 113 Sydney Road, Notting Hill VIC 3151
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $18-27 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
Capacity is around 62 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
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6. Good Store — 109 Queen Place, Notting Hill VIC 3151
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $8-16 per person Best for: remote workers
The room holds 56 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
7. The Half Table — 253 Bay Place, Notting Hill VIC 3151
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $15-27 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The room holds 62 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Notting Hill roaster — ask which one.
8. Lena Bench — 76 Swan Grove, Notting Hill VIC 3151
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $10-18 per person Best for: budget eaters
The space seats about 45 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Start with: The lamb shoulder ($15) — solid Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
9. The Humble Standard — 33 Bay Place, Notting Hill VIC 3151
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $9-17 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The room holds 61 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Notting Hill farmers market when it runs.
10. Zara’s — 208 West Terrace, Notting Hill VIC 3151
What it is: A local institution Cost: $15-27 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
Capacity is around 61 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Bay Place is usually fine.
Get the: The charcuterie board ($19) — solid
Explore More
- Glen Waverley Best Restaurants for Families — same vibe, different suburb
- Notting Hill Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Notting Hill Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Mount Waverley Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Notting Hill stacks up
- All Notting Hill Guides — everything we’ve written about Notting Hill
FAQ
Yes. The best restaurants for families scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Notting Hill known for?
Monash University Clayton campus adjacent.
What is the most family-friendly restaurant in Notting Hill?
Max’s is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Notting Hill from Melbourne CBD?
Notting Hill is 14-22km, 25-38min train, 20-30min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Look — Notting Hill 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
