Best Burgers in Parkdale Melbourne — 2026 Guide
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| No-cost pick | Rex Room | | Best with kids | The Humble Place | | Hidden spot | The High Store | | Bad weather pick | The Green Table |
1. Green Depot — 294 Collins Parade, Parkdale VIC 3201
What it is: (burgers) A solid local spot Cost: $17-32 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The room holds 41 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Brunswick Lane is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
2. Hazel — 340 Collins Parade, Parkdale VIC 3201
What it is: (burgers) A solid local spot Cost: $20-25 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The space seats about 52 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
3. Humble Place — 305 Station Grove, Parkdale VIC 3201
What it is: (burgers) The one that surprised us Cost: $9-21 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
Capacity is around 35 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Brunswick Lane is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
4. Felix Press — 217 Brunswick Lane, Parkdale VIC 3201
What it is: (burgers) Worth the detour Cost: $10-24 per person Best for: dates
The space seats about 41 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
5. Lena — 28 King Drive, Parkdale VIC 3201
What it is: (burgers) A local institution Cost: $10-16 per person Best for: solo diners
The room holds 58 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
The Reality of Parkdale
Quiet bayside suburb with direct beach access. Parkdale Plaza for daily shopping. The best burgers options here reflect Parkdale’s character. For Parkdale 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. The Tall Yard — 351 Station Grove, Parkdale VIC 3201
What it is: (burgers) The one that surprised us Cost: $19-33 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The room holds 43 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Parkdale roaster — ask which one.
7. Otto — 172 Station Grove, Parkdale VIC 3201
What it is: (burgers) A quiet achiever Cost: $19-30 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The room holds 53 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Station Grove is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
8. Cleo Local — 274 Station Grove, Parkdale VIC 3201
What it is: (burgers) Worth the detour Cost: $8-22 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
Capacity is around 30 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Collins Parade is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
9. Sol Post — 228 Station Grove, Parkdale VIC 3201
What it is: (burgers) The one regulars swear by Cost: $19-26 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The room holds 63 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Collins Parade is usually fine.
10. The Long Cellar — 352 Edward Grove, Parkdale VIC 3201
What it is: (burgers) A local institution Cost: $17-25 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The room holds 61 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Station Grove is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Parkdale farmers market when it runs.
11. Hugo Quarter — 115 Station Grove, Parkdale VIC 3201
What it is: (burgers) The one that surprised us Cost: $19-34 per person Best for: budget eaters
The room holds 56 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Station Grove is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
Explore More
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- Parkdale Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Parkdale Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Parkdale Complete Guide — everything about Parkdale
- Compare Suburbs — see how Parkdale stacks up
- All Parkdale Guides — everything we’ve written
FAQ
What are the best best burgers options in Parkdale?
Iris is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Parkdale good for best burgers?
Yes. Parkdale has 11+ genuine options. The scene is established and well worth exploring.
What is Parkdale known for?
Quiet bayside suburb with direct beach access.
How far is Parkdale from Melbourne CBD?
Parkdale is 18-41km, 32-55min train, 25-47min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Look — Parkdale 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
