Best Late Night Food in Ringwood Melbourne — 2026 Guide
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| No-cost pick | Pearl’s | | Best with kids | The Little Works | | Hidden spot | Tall Room | | Bad weather pick | The Humble Depot |
1. Lena’s — 53 High Parade, Ringwood VIC 3172
What it is: (late night food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $12-27 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The room holds 49 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
2. Remy’s — 181 Victoria Terrace, Ringwood VIC 3172
What it is: (late night food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $12-25 per person Best for: dates
The space seats about 60 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Ringwood farmers market when it runs.
3. Iris’s — 320 Victoria Terrace, Ringwood VIC 3172
What it is: (late night food) A quiet achiever Cost: $9-19 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The space seats about 51 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They source produce from Ringwood farmers market when it runs.
4. The Good Yard — 140 Victoria Terrace, Ringwood VIC 3172
What it is: (late night food) No-frills excellence Cost: $15-23 per person Best for: groups
Capacity is around 47 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
5. The Red Post — 159 High Parade, Ringwood VIC 3172
What it is: (late night food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $11-24 per person Best for: groups
The space seats about 51 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
6. Ivy Yard — 18 Victoria Terrace, Ringwood VIC 3172
What it is: (late night food) A solid local spot Cost: $19-28 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The room holds 57 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Ask for: The crispy chicken ($25) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Ringwood roaster — ask which one.
The Ringwood That Locals Know
Major transport interchange connecting Belgrave and Lilydale lines. Eastland is a major retail centre. The late night food options here reflect Ringwood’s character. Whether you’re based in Ringwood or visiting from nearby, 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.
7. Common Press — 5 Creek Crescent, Ringwood VIC 3172
What it is: (late night food) A local institution Cost: $9-23 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The room holds 43 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
8. Leo — 351 Victoria Terrace, Ringwood VIC 3172
What it is: (late night food) A quiet achiever Cost: $15-21 per person Best for: dates
Capacity is around 35 and fills on weekends. Street parking on River Avenue is usually fine.
Start with: The charcuterie board ($17) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
9. Sunny Local — 238 Creek Crescent, Ringwood VIC 3172
What it is: (late night food) A local institution Cost: $12-25 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
Capacity is around 35 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
10. The Lucky Store — 303 Victoria Terrace, Ringwood VIC 3172
What it is: (late night food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $19-34 per person Best for: remote workers
The room holds 50 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Get the: The daily soup ($24) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Ringwood farmers market when it runs.
11. The Red Standard — 5 Railway Terrace, Ringwood VIC 3172
What it is: (late night food) Worth the detour Cost: $9-22 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The space seats about 51 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
12. Ada — 352 Creek Crescent, Ringwood VIC 3172
What it is: (late night food) A solid local spot Cost: $19-30 per person Best for: families
The room holds 57 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on High Parade is usually fine.
Try this: The house-made relish ($25) — solid
Explore More
- Croydon Late Night Food — same vibe, different suburb
- Ringwood Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Ringwood Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Ringwood Complete Guide — everything about Ringwood
- Compare Suburbs — see how Ringwood stacks up
- All Ringwood Guides — everything we’ve written
FAQ
What are the best late night food options in Ringwood?
Mia’s is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Ringwood good for late night food?
Yes. Ringwood has 12+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.
What is Ringwood known for?
Major transport interchange connecting Belgrave and Lilydale lines.
How far is Ringwood from Melbourne CBD?
Ringwood is 24km, 36min train, 30min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Look — Ringwood 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
Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.
