Things to Do in Sandringham This Weekend — 2026
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Our #1 | The Red Cellar |
| Zero-cost winner | Mabel Place |
| Kid-approved | Northern Press |
| Under the radar | Pearl’s |
| Wet day saviour | Lena Social |
We’ve spent months eating, drinking, and exploring Sandringham to put this guide together. The suburb is 4.50-5.50 for a flat white, $28-45 for dinner, and genuinely better than most people give it credit for. Stella House is the one everyone knows. Kai’s is the one they should know. Sandringham has bay trail passes through.
1. Southern Local — 118 King Parade, Sandringham VIC 3200
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $19-33 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The room holds 61 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
2. Finn’s — 360 High Grove, Sandringham VIC 3200
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $21-30 per person Best for: solo diners
The space seats about 65 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on High Grove is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
3. Zara’s — 313 King Parade, Sandringham VIC 3200
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $14-24 per person Best for: remote workers
Capacity is around 60 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Sandringham roaster — ask which one.
4. Remy Quarter — 255 Creek Crescent, Sandringham VIC 3200
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $11-26 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The room holds 38 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Don’t miss: The pumpkin risotto ($16) — solid
5. Ada Union — 357 Queen Street, Sandringham VIC 3200
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $8-14 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 56 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Worth knowing: The fish special ($10) — solid
What Makes Sandringham Different
6. Bright Press — 164 Queen Street, Sandringham VIC 3200
What it is: A local institution Cost: $18-29 per person Best for: the whole crew
The space seats about 45 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Creek Crescent is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
7. The Common Press — 286 Queen Street, Sandringham VIC 3200
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $16-31 per person Best for: families
The space seats about 46 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on East Grove is usually fine.
8. Ava’s — 214 King Parade, Sandringham VIC 3200
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $11-17 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
Capacity is around 35 and fills on weekends. Street parking on King Parade is usually fine.
9. Felix’s — 2 East Grove, Sandringham VIC 3200
What it is: A local institution Cost: $14-19 per person Best for: budget eaters
The room holds 41 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on East Grove is usually fine.
10. Room — 44 High Grove, Sandringham VIC 3200
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $8-19 per person Best for: the whole crew
The room holds 65 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.
11. The Sunny Lane — 362 High Grove, Sandringham VIC 3200
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $18-27 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
Capacity is around 45 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They source produce from Sandringham farmers market when it runs.
12. Iris’s — 184 Creek Crescent, Sandringham VIC 3200
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $10-18 per person Best for: budget eaters
The room holds 48 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Queen Street is usually fine.
Explore More
- Bonbeach Things To Do This Weekend — same vibe, different suburb
- Sandringham Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Sandringham Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Hampton Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Sandringham stacks up
- All Sandringham Guides — everything we’ve written about Sandringham
FAQ
Yes. The things to do this weekend scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Sandringham known for?
Bay Trail passes through.
What is there to do in Sandringham on a Sunday?
The Red Cellar is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Sandringham from Melbourne CBD?
Sandringham is 16km, 30min train, 22min 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.
