Best Family Restaurants in Scoresby Melbourne 2026
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| No-cost pick | Golden House | | Best with kids | Marco | | Hidden spot | Theo’s | | Bad weather pick | The Humble Depot |
The best restaurants for families options here are genuine, well-priced, and run by people who actually live in the suburb. Start at Table, then work your way to Marco’s. Located at the junction of Eastlink and Stud Road. This is Scoresby in 2026.
1. The Tall Mill — 229 Chapel Lane, Scoresby VIC 3147
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $11-19 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The room holds 53 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.
2. Gus Pantry — 95 Chapel Lane, Scoresby VIC 3147
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $12-27 per person Best for: families
The room holds 30 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Margaret Crescent is usually fine.
Try this: The house-made relish ($15) — solid Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
3. The High Kitchen — 264 Chapel Lane, Scoresby VIC 3147
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $22-36 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
Capacity is around 62 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Scoresby roaster — ask which one.
4. The Good Press — 161 High Drive, Scoresby VIC 3147
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $18-32 per person Best for: solo diners
The room holds 41 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
5. The Red Press — 193 Pine Grove, Scoresby VIC 3147
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $11-21 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
Capacity is around 50 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Worth knowing: The fish special ($16) — solid
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6. Nico — 313 High Drive, Scoresby VIC 3147
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $10-22 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 64 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Pine Grove is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
7. Hazel’s — 290 Pine Grove, Scoresby VIC 3147
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $16-24 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The room holds 32 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Chapel Lane is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
8. Sol — 180 Chapel Lane, Scoresby VIC 3147
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $9-20 per person Best for: solo diners
The room holds 51 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on High Drive is usually fine.
Start with: The daily soup ($14) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Scoresby roaster — ask which one.
9. The New Union — 155 Victoria Grove, Scoresby VIC 3147
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $20-28 per person Best for: the whole crew
The room holds 51 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They source produce from Scoresby farmers market when it runs.
10. The Blue Kitchen — 162 Chapel Lane, Scoresby VIC 3147
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $12-21 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
Capacity is around 45 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Victoria Grove is usually fine.
Explore More
- Rowville Best Restaurants for Families — same vibe, different suburb
- Scoresby Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Scoresby Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Wheelers Hill Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Scoresby stacks up
- All Scoresby Guides — everything we’ve written about Scoresby
FAQ
Yes. The best restaurants for families scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Scoresby known for?
Located at the junction of Eastlink and Stud Road.
What is the most family-friendly restaurant in Scoresby?
Nell’s is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Scoresby from Melbourne CBD?
Scoresby is 24-35km, 35-52min train, 28-40min drive from Melbourne CBD.
If you’re comparing Scoresby to inner-city options, stop. Different league, different game. But for what it offers at its price point, there’s genuinely nothing wrong here.
Last updated: March 2026
