Best Shopping in Taylors Lakes Melbourne — 2026 Guide

The best shopping scene in Taylors Lakes is better than most people realise. Start at The Tall Cellar, then check out Luna Table. Master-planned suburb built in the 1990s around Taylors Lakes. Located 30-40km from the CBD, Taylors Lakes is part of Melbourne’s Outer West region — an area that’s seen serious growth in recent years. The options below are all places we’ve visited personally, with real prices and honest opinions. No fluff, no affiliate nonsense. Just the spots that Taylors Lakes locals actually recommend.

1. Church Outlet

Stores: ~97 Anchor: TK Maxx Also: Cotton On Food court: Mexican, bakery cafe, kebabs, Indian, pho, Thai Parking: Free 3-hour parking

Church Outlet is a reliable shopping option in Taylors Lakes. TK Maxx anchors the centre with a recently renovated store. Beyond groceries, you will find fashion, homewares, services, and a decent food court. The food court has 6 options — Mexican and bakery cafe are the best of the lot. There is a standalone specialty coffee shop near the TK Maxx entrance.

The parking is all well-maintained. Best time to shop is Tuesday mornings — empty. For Taylors Lakes residents, this is the go-to for weekly essentials. The public toilets are near the back entrance — clean enough.

Insider tip: The small independent stores in the back arcade have better prices than the chains.

2. Bay Shopping Centre

Stores: ~133 Anchor: Big W Also: The Reject Shop Food court: pho, pizza, sushi, Mexican Parking: Free 2-hour parking

Bay Shopping Centre is the main retail hub in Taylors Lakes. Big W anchors the centre with good stock and reasonable prices. Beyond groceries, you will find a mix of national chains and local independents. The food court has 4 options — pho and pizza are the best of the lot. The Big W has self-checkout now, which speeds things up.

The parking is all convenient. The Christmas period is madness — shop online if you can. For Taylors Lakes residents, this is the go-to for weekly essentials. The public toilets are near the back entrance — clean enough.

Insider tip: Park on the Pine Street side — closer to the entrance and fewer people.

3. Taylors Complex

Stores: ~30 Anchor: ALDI Also: Chemist Warehouse Food court: sushi, Mexican, Japanese, Thai, Indian, kebabs Parking: Street parking on surrounding streets

Taylors Complex is a reliable shopping option in Taylors Lakes. ALDI anchors the centre with good stock and reasonable prices. Beyond groceries, you will find 25+ specialty stores including Chemist Warehouse. The food court has 6 options — sushi and Mexican are the best of the lot. There is a standalone specialty coffee shop near the ALDI entrance.

The parking is all reasonable. The Christmas period is madness — shop online if you can. For Taylors Lakes residents, this is the go-to for weekly essentials. The public toilets are near the back entrance — clean enough.

Insider tip: The ALDI has better specials on Wednesdays.

4. River Hub

Stores: ~136 Anchor: Big W Also: Officeworks Food court: Indian, fish and chips, sushi, kebabs Parking: Street parking on surrounding streets

River Hub is where most locals do their weekly shop in Taylors Lakes. Big W anchors the centre with a recently renovated store. Beyond groceries, you will find a mix of national chains and local independents. The food court has 4 options — Indian and fish and chips are the best of the lot. The Big W has self-checkout now, which speeds things up.

The facilities are all reasonable. The Christmas period is madness — shop online if you can. For Taylors Lakes residents, this is the go-to for weekly essentials. The public toilets are near the back entrance — clean enough.

Insider tip: There is a free ATM near the food court entrance.

The Reality of Taylors Lakes

Master-planned suburb built in the 1990s around Taylors Lakes. Watergardens Shopping Centre is the hub. The best shopping options here reflect Taylors Lakes’s character. For Taylors Lakes locals and anyone in the area, 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. Taylors Arcade

Stores: ~172 Anchor: Target Also: JB Hi-Fi Food court: Indian, kebabs, Japanese, fish and chips Parking: Underground parking available

Taylors Arcade is a reliable shopping option in Taylors Lakes. Target anchors the centre with good stock and reasonable prices. Beyond groceries, you will find 167+ specialty stores including JB Hi-Fi. The food court has 4 options — Indian and kebabs are the best of the lot. Coffee from the in-centre cafe is surprisingly good.

The parking is all convenient. Saturday mornings are chaos — try weekday evenings instead. For Taylors Lakes residents, this is the go-to for weekly essentials. The public toilets are near the back entrance — clean enough.

Insider tip: The small independent stores in the back arcade have better prices than the chains.

6. George Village

Stores: ~109 Anchor: Kmart Also: The Reject Shop Food court: burgers, Japanese, Mexican, sushi, Indian, pizza, Chinese Parking: Street parking on surrounding streets

George Village is a reliable shopping option in Taylors Lakes. Kmart anchors the centre with good stock and reasonable prices. Beyond groceries, you will find fashion, homewares, services, and a decent food court. The food court has 7 options — burgers and Japanese are the best of the lot. Coffee from the in-centre cafe is surprisingly good.

The parking is all reasonable. Best time to shop is Tuesday mornings — empty. For Taylors Lakes residents, this is the default shopping destination — nothing fancy, but functional. Click and collect is available at most stores.

Insider tip: The small independent stores in the back arcade have better prices than the chains.

7. Albert Complex

Stores: ~124 Anchor: Target Also: Priceline Food court: Mexican, sushi, Thai, fish and chips, Indian Parking: Underground parking available

Albert Complex is a reliable shopping option in Taylors Lakes. Target anchors the centre with good stock and reasonable prices. Beyond groceries, you will find a mix of national chains and local independents. The food court has 5 options — Mexican and sushi are the best of the lot. There is a standalone specialty coffee shop near the Target entrance.

The facilities are all well-maintained. Sunday trading hours are usually 10am-5pm. For Taylors Lakes residents, this is the default shopping destination — nothing fancy, but functional. Click and collect is available at most stores.

Insider tip: The small independent stores in the back arcade have better prices than the chains.

8. River Hub

Stores: ~21 Anchor: Kmart Also: Best & Less Food court: Mexican, pizza, pho, kebabs, Japanese Parking: Free 2-hour parking

River Hub is the main retail hub in Taylors Lakes. Kmart anchors the centre with a recently renovated store. Beyond groceries, you will find fashion, homewares, services, and a decent food court. The food court has 5 options — Mexican and pizza are the best of the lot. Coffee from the in-centre cafe is surprisingly good.

The parking is all reasonable. Sunday trading hours are usually 10am-5pm. For Taylors Lakes residents, this is the go-to for weekly essentials. The public toilets are near the back entrance — clean enough.

Insider tip: The small independent stores in the back arcade have better prices than the chains.

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FAQ

What are the best best shopping options in Taylors Lakes?

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

Is Taylors Lakes good for best shopping?

Yes. Taylors Lakes has 14+ 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.

The truth about Taylors Lakes: it’s better than its reputation and worse than the real estate ads suggest. Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.

Last updated: March 2026