Nunawading Melbourne — Complete Local Guide 2026
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Top pick | Max Press |
| Free highlight | Ivy |
| Family-friendly | Otto’s |
| Locals only | Northern Press |
| Indoor option | Stella’s |
The suburb guide options here are genuine, well-priced, and run by people who actually live in the suburb. Start at Stella’s, then work your way to The Humble Pantry. Whitehorse Road strip and Nunawading station. This is Nunawading in 2026.
1. Remy Depot — 308 Blake Terrace, Nunawading VIC 3154
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $10-16 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 40 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Order this: The sourdough bread ($13) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Nunawading roaster — ask which one.
2. Remy Depot — 117 Market Terrace, Nunawading VIC 3154
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $8-16 per person Best for: groups
The space seats about 59 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.
3. Theo’s — 264 Barkly Crescent, Nunawading VIC 3154
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $10-18 per person Best for: the whole crew
The space seats about 65 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
4. Iris’s — 268 Bourke Road, Nunawading VIC 3154
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $19-28 per person Best for: budget eaters
Capacity is around 50 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
5. Ada Place — 51 Market Terrace, Nunawading VIC 3154
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $9-16 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The space seats about 38 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
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6. White Table — 116 Blake Terrace, Nunawading VIC 3154
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $15-24 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The room holds 35 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
7. Vera’s — 260 Blake Terrace, Nunawading VIC 3154
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $14-29 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The space seats about 44 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Market Terrace is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
8. Rosa’s — 91 Market Terrace, Nunawading VIC 3154
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $19-32 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The room holds 61 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Willow Grove is usually fine.
9. Ada Social — 337 Willow Grove, Nunawading VIC 3154
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $12-20 per person Best for: budget eaters
Capacity is around 34 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
10. The White Cellar — 73 Bourke Road, Nunawading VIC 3154
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $11-16 per person Best for: families
The room holds 38 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Willow Grove is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
11. Sol — 146 Bourke Road, Nunawading VIC 3154
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $17-29 per person Best for: solo diners
The room holds 30 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Market Terrace is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
12. Yard — 41 Willow Grove, Nunawading VIC 3154
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $14-23 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
Capacity is around 65 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Nunawading farmers market when it runs.
13. The Red Place — 30 Bourke Road, Nunawading VIC 3154
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $15-23 per person Best for: solo diners
Capacity is around 37 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
Explore More
- Mitcham Suburb Guide — same vibe, different suburb
- Nunawading Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Nunawading Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Blackburn Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Nunawading stacks up
- All Nunawading Guides — everything we’ve written about Nunawading
FAQ
Yes. The suburb guide scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Nunawading known for?
Whitehorse Road strip and Nunawading station.
Is Nunawading a good suburb to live in?
Max Press is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Nunawading from Melbourne CBD?
Nunawading is 24-35km, 35-52min train, 28-40min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Nunawading is the kind of suburb you move to for practical reasons and stay for the character. Give it six months. You’ll stop driving to the inner city for everything.
Last updated: March 2026
Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.
