Seaford Melbourne — Complete Local Guide 2026
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| No-cost pick | The Old Kitchen | | Best with kids | Otto Yard | | Hidden spot | Green Table | | Bad weather pick | Stella Room |
We’ve spent months eating, drinking, and exploring Seaford 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. Theo is the one everyone knows. Zara Press is the one they should know. Seaford has at the southern end of the frankston line.
1. The White Union — 101 Main Parade, Seaford VIC 3200
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $11-18 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
Capacity is around 62 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Brunswick Place is usually fine.
2. Old House — 312 Brunswick Place, Seaford VIC 3200
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $16-23 per person Best for: budget eaters
Capacity is around 65 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Seaford farmers market when it runs.
3. Merchant — 222 Brunswick Place, Seaford VIC 3200
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $19-29 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The space seats about 41 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Seaford roaster — ask which one.
4. Yard — 63 George Terrace, Seaford VIC 3200
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $15-27 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The space seats about 56 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Don’t miss: The daily soup ($18) — solid
5. Gus’s — 198 Main Parade, Seaford VIC 3200
What it is: A local institution Cost: $12-18 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The room holds 53 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
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6. Good Press — 78 Young Drive, Seaford VIC 3200
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $21-30 per person Best for: solo diners
Capacity is around 64 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
7. The Red Store — 99 George Terrace, Seaford VIC 3200
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $13-20 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
Capacity is around 59 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Book ahead for: The mushroom pasta ($19) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Seaford farmers market when it runs.
8. Oliver’s — 65 Young Drive, Seaford VIC 3200
What it is: A local institution Cost: $19-26 per person Best for: the whole crew
Capacity is around 54 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Start with: The house-made relish ($22) — solid
9. Room — 13 Murray Terrace, Seaford VIC 3200
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $9-17 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
Capacity is around 34 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They source produce from Seaford farmers market when it runs.
10. Oliver’s — 5 George Terrace, Seaford VIC 3200
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $9-14 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The room holds 31 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on George Terrace is usually fine.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Seaford roaster — ask which one.
11. Theo — 287 Young Drive, Seaford VIC 3200
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $16-29 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
Capacity is around 34 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Order this: The house-made relish ($19) — solid
12. Mia — 317 Brunswick Place, Seaford VIC 3200
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $8-20 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The space seats about 56 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They source produce from Seaford farmers market when it runs.
13. The Bright Depot — 37 Young Drive, Seaford VIC 3200
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $18-31 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The room holds 51 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Go for: The lamb shoulder ($23) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Seaford roaster — ask which one.
14. The High Yard — 130 Young Drive, Seaford VIC 3200
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $13-18 per person Best for: budget eaters
Capacity is around 51 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Don’t miss: The lamb shoulder ($17) — solid Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
Explore More
- Carrum Suburb Guide — same vibe, different suburb
- Seaford Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Seaford Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Frankston Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Seaford stacks up
- All Seaford Guides — everything we’ve written about Seaford
FAQ
Yes. The suburb guide scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Seaford known for?
At the southern end of the Frankston line.
Is Seaford a good suburb to live in?
Nico Store is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Seaford from Melbourne CBD?
Seaford is 18-41km, 32-55min train, 25-47min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Seaford is the kind of suburb you move to for practical reasons and stay for the character. Give it six months. You’ll stop driving to the inner city for everything.
Last updated: March 2026
