Best Shopping in Richmond Melbourne — 2026 Guide

The best shopping scene in Richmond is genuinely worth exploring. Start at Iris’s, then check out The White Bench. Bridge Road and Victoria Street are major dining strips. Located 3km from the CBD, Richmond is part of Melbourne’s Inner East region — an area that’s seen serious growth in recent years. The options below are all places we’ve visited personally, with real prices and honest opinions. No fluff, no affiliate nonsense. Just the spots that Richmond locals actually recommend.

1. Richmond Arcade

Stores: ~21 Anchor: IGA Also: Supercheap Auto Food court: Chinese, pizza, fish and chips, Indian, Japanese Parking: Free 2-hour parking

Richmond Arcade is where most locals do their weekly shop in Richmond. IGA anchors the centre with a recently renovated store. Beyond groceries, you will find 16+ specialty stores including Supercheap Auto. The food court has 5 options — Chinese and pizza are the best of the lot. The IGA has self-checkout now, which speeds things up.

The facilities are all reasonable. The Christmas period is madness — shop online if you can. For Richmond residents, this is the most convenient option within a 10-minute drive. There is a Boost Juice and a Subway if you need a quick bite.

Insider tip: There is a free ATM near the food court entrance.

2. Richmond Precinct

Stores: ~64 Anchor: Kmart Also: Best & Less Food court: Thai, pizza, pho, sushi, burgers, Mexican Parking: Street parking on surrounding streets

Richmond Precinct is the main retail hub in Richmond. Kmart anchors the centre with a full-size supermarket. Beyond groceries, you will find fashion, homewares, services, and a decent food court. The food court has 6 options — Thai and pizza are the best of the lot. There is a standalone specialty coffee shop near the Kmart entrance.

The parking is all reasonable. Sunday trading hours are usually 10am-5pm. For Richmond residents, this is the go-to for weekly essentials. Click and collect is available at most stores.

Insider tip: Park on the North Street side — closer to the entrance and fewer people.

3. Lake Market

Stores: ~164 Anchor: ALDI Also: JB Hi-Fi Food court: kebabs, burgers, bakery cafe, Indian, pho Parking: Street parking on surrounding streets

Lake Market is a reliable shopping option in Richmond. ALDI anchors the centre with a full-size supermarket. Beyond groceries, you will find 159+ specialty stores including JB Hi-Fi. The food court has 5 options — kebabs and burgers are the best of the lot. The ALDI has self-checkout now, which speeds things up.

The parking is all convenient. The Christmas period is madness — shop online if you can. For Richmond residents, this is the go-to for weekly essentials. The public toilets are near the back entrance — clean enough.

Insider tip: The ALDI has better specials on Wednesdays.

4. Lygon Complex

Stores: ~90 Anchor: Woolworths Also: Priceline Food court: Thai, Japanese, bakery cafe, burgers, fish and chips Parking: Underground parking available

Lygon Complex is where most locals do their weekly shop in Richmond. Woolworths anchors the centre with a recently renovated store. Beyond groceries, you will find 85+ specialty stores including Priceline. The food court has 5 options — Thai and Japanese are the best of the lot. The Woolworths has self-checkout now, which speeds things up.

The parking is all reasonable. The Christmas period is madness — shop online if you can. For Richmond residents, this is the most convenient option within a 10-minute drive. Click and collect is available at most stores.

Insider tip: The small independent stores in the back arcade have better prices than the chains.

What Nobody Tells You About Richmond

Bridge Road and Victoria Street are major dining strips. Victoria Street is Melbourne’s Vietnamese food heartland. The best shopping options here reflect Richmond’s character. For Richmond 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.

5. Chapel Complex

Stores: ~47 Anchor: ALDI Also: The Reject Shop Food court: bakery cafe, Chinese, burgers, sushi Parking: Free 3-hour parking

Chapel Complex is a reliable shopping option in Richmond. ALDI anchors the centre with a recently renovated store. Beyond groceries, you will find fashion, homewares, services, and a decent food court. The food court has 4 options — bakery cafe and Chinese are the best of the lot. The ALDI has self-checkout now, which speeds things up.

The parking is all well-maintained. Best time to shop is Tuesday mornings — empty. For Richmond residents, this is the default shopping destination — nothing fancy, but functional. The public toilets are near the back entrance — clean enough.

Insider tip: The ALDI has better specials on Wednesdays.

6. Richmond Outlet

Stores: ~17 Anchor: Target Also: JB Hi-Fi Food court: pho, sushi, Chinese, fish and chips Parking: Underground parking available

Richmond Outlet is the main retail hub in Richmond. Target anchors the centre with a recently renovated store. Beyond groceries, you will find 12+ specialty stores including JB Hi-Fi. The food court has 4 options — pho and sushi are the best of the lot. There is a standalone specialty coffee shop near the Target entrance.

The parking is all well-maintained. Best time to shop is Tuesday mornings — empty. For Richmond residents, this is the go-to for weekly essentials. Click and collect is available at most stores.

Insider tip: There is a free ATM near the food court entrance.

7. Anderson Arcade

Stores: ~77 Anchor: Coles Also: Chemist Warehouse Food court: Mexican, Indian, bakery cafe, burgers, sushi Parking: Street parking on surrounding streets

Anderson Arcade is the main retail hub in Richmond. Coles anchors the centre with a full-size supermarket. Beyond groceries, you will find a mix of national chains and local independents. The food court has 5 options — Mexican and Indian are the best of the lot. The Coles has self-checkout now, which speeds things up.

The facilities are all convenient. Saturday mornings are chaos — try weekday evenings instead. For Richmond residents, this is the most convenient option within a 10-minute drive. Click and collect is available at most stores.

Insider tip: The Coles has better specials on Wednesdays.

8. Richmond Outlet

Stores: ~162 Anchor: IGA Also: Priceline Food court: sushi, Japanese, pizza, kebabs Parking: Free 2-hour parking

Richmond Outlet is the main retail hub in Richmond. IGA anchors the centre with a recently renovated store. Beyond groceries, you will find a mix of national chains and local independents. The food court has 4 options — sushi and Japanese are the best of the lot. The IGA has self-checkout now, which speeds things up.

The parking is all well-maintained. Best time to shop is Tuesday mornings — empty. For Richmond residents, this is the go-to for weekly essentials. Click and collect is available at most stores.

Insider tip: Park on the Bay Lane side — closer to the entrance and fewer people.

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FAQ

What are the best best shopping options in Richmond?

Gus’s is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Richmond good for best shopping?

Yes. Richmond has 14+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.

What is Richmond known for?

Bridge Road and Victoria Street are major dining strips.

How far is Richmond from Melbourne CBD?

Richmond is 3km, 5min train, 8min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Richmond 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