Best Burgers in Taylors Lakes Melbourne — 2026 Guide

We’ve tested every best burgers option in Taylors Lakes to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. The Northern Commons is the one everyone knows. Honest Depot is the sleeper. Prices are competitive — coffee at $4.00-4.50, dinner at $18-32. Master-planned suburb built in the 1990s around Taylors Lakes. Taylors Lakes sits in the Outer West corridor, 30-40km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best burgers scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Taylors Lakes since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.

1. Works — 308 Barkly Crescent, Taylors Lakes VIC 3129

What it is: (burgers) The one regulars swear by Cost: $17-30 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd

Works has been operating in Taylors Lakes for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the mushroom pasta ($21) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 40 with outdoor seating for another 15. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Order this: The mushroom pasta ($20) — the best version in Taylors Lakes Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

2. Long Post — 206 Pine Street, Taylors Lakes VIC 3129

What it is: (burgers) The one that surprised us Cost: $16-25 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop

Long Post has been operating in Taylors Lakes for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the sourdough bread ($19) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 32 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Try this: The sourdough bread ($18) — the best version in Taylors Lakes Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

3. Ruby Press — 177 Barkly Crescent, Taylors Lakes VIC 3129

What it is: (burgers) No-frills excellence Cost: $9-18 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy

Ruby Press has been operating in Taylors Lakes for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($14) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 46 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Go for: The daily soup ($13) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

4. The Blue House — 315 Pine Street, Taylors Lakes VIC 3129

What it is: (burgers) A local institution Cost: $16-23 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd

The Blue House has been operating in Taylors Lakes for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the crispy chicken ($19) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 37 — book for Friday and Saturday. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Don’t miss: The crispy chicken ($21) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

The Reality of Taylors Lakes

Master-planned suburb built in the 1990s around Taylors Lakes. Watergardens Shopping Centre is the hub. The best burgers options here reflect Taylors Lakes’s character. If you’re living in or near Taylors Lakes, 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.

5. The Tall Store — 44 Smith Grove, Taylors Lakes VIC 3129

What it is: (burgers) The one regulars swear by Cost: $16-30 per person Best for: dates

The Tall Store has been operating in Taylors Lakes for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the pumpkin risotto ($16) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 61 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on Barkly Crescent is usually fine.

Worth knowing: The pumpkin risotto ($22) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: The back courtyard has tables nobody knows about.

6. Marco Place — 277 Elizabeth Terrace, Taylors Lakes VIC 3129

What it is: (burgers) A local institution Cost: $21-26 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop

Marco Place has been operating in Taylors Lakes for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the mushroom pasta ($23) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 54 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on Pine Street is usually fine.

Ask for: The mushroom pasta ($24) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Come on a Tuesday for the quietest experience.

7. The Golden Store — 121 Barkly Crescent, Taylors Lakes VIC 3129

What it is: (burgers) No-frills excellence Cost: $9-20 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy

The Golden Store has been operating in Taylors Lakes for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the fish special ($9) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 41 with outdoor seating for another 15. The team knows what they are doing. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Book ahead for: The fish special ($14) — the best version in Taylors Lakes Insider tip: Parking is free on Young Street after 6pm.

8. Commons — 282 Smith Grove, Taylors Lakes VIC 3129

What it is: (burgers) The one regulars swear by Cost: $19-25 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet

Commons has been operating in Taylors Lakes for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($23) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 61 with outdoor seating for another 15. Service is efficient without being rushed. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Start with: The daily soup ($22) — the best version in Taylors Lakes Insider tip: The back courtyard has tables nobody knows about.

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FAQ

What are the best best burgers options in Taylors Lakes?

The Little Commons is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Taylors Lakes good for best burgers?

Yes. Taylors Lakes has 8+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.

What is Taylors Lakes known for?

Master-planned suburb built in the 1990s around Taylors Lakes.

How far is Taylors Lakes from Melbourne CBD?

Taylors Lakes is 30-40km, 40-55min train, 35-45min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Taylors Lakes isn’t trying to be the next Fitzroy. It doesn’t need to be. What it does, it does with zero pretension and real substance. That’s worth more than a trendy postcode.

Last updated: March 2026