Best Live Music in Oakleigh East Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Top pick | Nell’s |
| Free highlight | Lena’s |
| Family-friendly | High Lane |
| Locals only | Hazel |
| Indoor option | Common Yard |
1. Max’s — 300 Bridge Avenue, Oakleigh East VIC 3166
What it is: (live music) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $16-29 per person Best for: remote workers
The space seats about 50 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
2. Finn’s — 222 William Place, Oakleigh East VIC 3166
What it is: (live music) Worth the detour Cost: $18-32 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The room holds 61 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
3. Long Quarter — 357 William Place, Oakleigh East VIC 3166
What it is: (live music) The one that surprised us Cost: $16-24 per person Best for: groups
The space seats about 44 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.
4. The Tall Works — 312 Hill Crescent, Oakleigh East VIC 3166
What it is: (live music) A local institution Cost: $17-29 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The space seats about 49 and fills on weekends. Street parking on William Place is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
5. Marco Bench — 88 Railway Grove, Oakleigh East VIC 3166
What it is: (live music) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $9-21 per person Best for: remote workers
Capacity is around 49 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
The Reality of Oakleigh East
Quiet residential suburb in Monash. Close to Chadstone Shopping Centre. The best live music options here reflect Oakleigh East’s character. For Oakleigh East locals and anyone in the area, 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.
6. Rosa Cellar — 246 Railway Grove, Oakleigh East VIC 3166
What it is: (live music) Worth the detour Cost: $13-18 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The space seats about 42 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
7. Bright Cellar — 375 Queen Place, Oakleigh East VIC 3166
What it is: (live music) The one that surprised us Cost: $22-28 per person Best for: remote workers
Capacity is around 56 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Queen Place is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
8. The Blue Cellar — 12 Hill Crescent, Oakleigh East VIC 3166
What it is: (live music) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $19-34 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
Capacity is around 42 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.
9. Press — 300 William Place, Oakleigh East VIC 3166
What it is: (live music) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $21-35 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The space seats about 38 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Bridge Avenue is usually fine.
10. Sunny Depot — 48 Bridge Avenue, Oakleigh East VIC 3166
What it is: (live music) A quiet achiever Cost: $22-34 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
Capacity is around 48 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
11. Gus — 353 Queen Place, Oakleigh East VIC 3166
What it is: (live music) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $17-23 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The room holds 53 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
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FAQ
What are the best best live music options in Oakleigh East?
Nell’s is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Oakleigh East good for best live music?
Yes. Oakleigh East has 11+ genuine options. The scene is established and well worth exploring.
What is Oakleigh East known for?
Quiet residential suburb in Monash.
How far is Oakleigh East from Melbourne CBD?
Oakleigh East is 12-18km, 20-30min train, 18-25min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Oakleigh East 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.
