Best Cheap Eats Under $15 in Scoresby Melbourne 2026
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| No-cost pick | Vera Corner | | Best with kids | Northern Room | | Hidden spot | Ava | | Bad weather pick | New Union |
Scoresby doesn’t get the press that inner-city suburbs do, but the locals aren’t complaining. The cheap eats under 15 scene here is solid, unpretentious, and growing. Mabel’s and Stella Lane are among the standouts, but they’re not the only ones worth your time. Scoresby sits 24-35km from the CBD, and what it lacks in hype it makes up for in substance. Located at the junction of Eastlink and Stud Road.
1. Mill — 222 Chapel Lane, Scoresby VIC 3147
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $21-28 per person Best for: families
The space seats about 58 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Chapel Lane is usually fine.
2. Oliver’s — 317 Chapel Lane, Scoresby VIC 3147
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $13-22 per person Best for: solo diners
Capacity is around 58 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Try this: The daily soup ($15) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
3. Theo Standard — 302 High Drive, Scoresby VIC 3147
What it is: A local institution Cost: $19-30 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The space seats about 47 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Margaret Crescent is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
4. The Good Union — 89 Victoria Grove, Scoresby VIC 3147
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $12-18 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The room holds 61 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Don’t miss: The crispy chicken ($15) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
5. Stella’s — 331 High Drive, Scoresby VIC 3147
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $15-22 per person Best for: budget eaters
The space seats about 51 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.
Why Locals Stay in Scoresby
6. Red Quarter — 121 Chapel Lane, Scoresby VIC 3147
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $22-28 per person Best for: solo diners
The space seats about 44 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
7. Finn’s — 244 Pine Grove, Scoresby VIC 3147
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $22-29 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The space seats about 59 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
8. The High Kitchen — 151 High Drive, Scoresby VIC 3147
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $18-33 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The room holds 36 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Margaret Crescent is usually fine.
9. Finn’s — 179 Chapel Lane, Scoresby VIC 3147
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $20-27 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The room holds 37 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
10. Max Kitchen — 357 High Drive, Scoresby VIC 3147
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $11-22 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The space seats about 61 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
11. Hazel — 217 Chapel Lane, Scoresby VIC 3147
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $14-29 per person Best for: dates
The space seats about 36 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Order this: The sourdough bread ($17) — solid Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
Explore More
- Rowville Cheap Eats Under 15 — 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 cheap eats under 15 scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Scoresby known for?
Located at the junction of Eastlink and Stud Road.
What can you eat for $10 or less in Scoresby?
Mia’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
Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.
