Richmond Melbourne — Complete Local Guide 2026
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | Nico’s |
| Best free option | Northern Mill |
| Best for families | Iris |
| Best local secret | Northern Works |
| Best for rainy days | Old Press |
The suburb guide options here are genuine, well-priced, and run by people who actually live in the suburb. Start at Sunny Depot, then work your way to Bench. Bridge Road and Victoria Street are major dining strips. This is Richmond in 2026.
1. Zara Cellar — 378 Edward Avenue, Richmond VIC 3158
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $11-22 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The space seats about 32 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Order this: The mushroom pasta ($13) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Richmond roaster — ask which one.
2. Felix Post — 195 Bay Lane, Richmond VIC 3158
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $11-17 per person Best for: the whole crew
The room holds 64 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Try this: The house-made relish ($14) — solid Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
3. Nina Yard — 206 Bay Lane, Richmond VIC 3158
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $17-31 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
Capacity is around 53 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Edward Avenue is usually fine.
4. Theo Post — 265 Bell Crescent, Richmond VIC 3158
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $16-28 per person Best for: remote workers
Capacity is around 35 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Edward Avenue is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
5. The Green Store — 156 Bay Lane, Richmond VIC 3158
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $21-26 per person Best for: the whole crew
The room holds 60 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Edward Avenue is usually fine.
Worth knowing: The house-made relish ($24) — solid Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
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6. Ivy — 300 Bell Crescent, Richmond VIC 3158
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $8-20 per person Best for: remote workers
The space seats about 35 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
7. Finn Commons — 291 Bay Lane, Richmond VIC 3158
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $10-15 per person Best for: remote workers
The room holds 55 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Bay Lane is usually fine.
Book ahead for: The house-made relish ($15) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Richmond roaster — ask which one.
8. Theo’s — 367 Bell Crescent, Richmond VIC 3158
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $8-21 per person Best for: groups
Capacity is around 39 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.
9. New Cellar — 201 Albert Parade, Richmond VIC 3158
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $12-21 per person Best for: dates
The space seats about 54 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Come back for: The lamb shoulder ($17) — solid Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
10. Half Local — 284 Bell Crescent, Richmond VIC 3158
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $11-20 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The room holds 61 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Bell Crescent is usually fine.
Get the: The house-made relish ($17) — solid
11. Kai Lane — 49 Edward Avenue, Richmond VIC 3158
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $8-19 per person Best for: the whole crew
Capacity is around 63 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
12. The White Cellar — 340 Albert Parade, Richmond VIC 3158
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $12-26 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
Capacity is around 52 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Richmond farmers market when it runs.
Explore More
- Collingwood Suburb Guide — same vibe, different suburb
- Richmond Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Richmond Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Collingwood Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Richmond stacks up
- All Richmond Guides — everything we’ve written about Richmond
FAQ
Yes. The suburb guide scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Richmond known for?
Bridge Road and Victoria Street are major dining strips.
Is Richmond a good suburb to live in?
Nico’s is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Richmond from Melbourne CBD?
Richmond is 3km, 5min train, 8min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.
Last updated: March 2026
Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.
