Best Asian Food in Upwey Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Top pick | Luna’s |
| Free highlight | Kitchen |
| Family-friendly | The Red Yard |
| Locals only | Common Press |
| Indoor option | Pantry |
The best asian food scene in Upwey is better than most people realise. Start at Ada Local, then check out Finn’s. Dandenong Ranges town with a strong arts community. Located 35km from the CBD, Upwey is part of Melbourne’s Outer East 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 Upwey locals actually recommend.
1. The Little Yard — 8 Cecil Parade, Upwey VIC 3163
What it is: (asian food) A solid local spot Cost: $11-16 per person Best for: remote workers
Capacity is around 52 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Queen Avenue is usually fine.
Order this: The charcuterie board ($14) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Upwey farmers market when it runs.
2. Ada’s — 124 William Crescent, Upwey VIC 3163
What it is: (asian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $17-25 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The space seats about 39 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Try this: The mushroom pasta ($23) — solid
3. Ava — 61 Church Drive, Upwey VIC 3163
What it is: (asian food) Worth the detour Cost: $14-27 per person Best for: solo diners
Capacity is around 58 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
4. Hugo — 7 Queen Avenue, Upwey VIC 3163
What it is: (asian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $18-26 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The room holds 47 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Upwey roaster — ask which one.
5. The Honest House — 315 Queen Avenue, Upwey VIC 3163
What it is: (asian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $13-23 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The room holds 61 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Church Drive is usually fine.
Worth knowing: The seasonal special ($15) — solid
What Nobody Tells You About Upwey
Dandenong Ranges town with a strong arts community. Upwey Village has independent shops and cafes. Belgrave rail line. The best asian food options here reflect Upwey’s character. If you’re living in or near Upwey, 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.
6. The Common Table — 319 Queen Avenue, Upwey VIC 3163
What it is: (asian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $20-32 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
Capacity is around 63 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
7. Luna’s — 153 Cecil Parade, Upwey VIC 3163
What it is: (asian food) Worth the detour Cost: $8-17 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 47 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Book ahead for: The mushroom pasta ($12) — solid
8. Rex Pantry — 173 Queen Avenue, Upwey VIC 3163
What it is: (asian food) A local institution Cost: $21-28 per person Best for: budget eaters
Capacity is around 30 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Upwey farmers market when it runs.
9. Ada’s — 329 Main Lane, Upwey VIC 3163
What it is: (asian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $8-13 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The space seats about 39 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
10. Blue Local — 262 Cecil Parade, Upwey VIC 3163
What it is: (asian food) A solid local spot Cost: $11-17 per person Best for: the whole crew
Capacity is around 48 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
11. Leo — 265 Church Drive, Upwey VIC 3163
What it is: (asian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $14-26 per person Best for: dates
The room holds 39 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Upwey roaster — ask which one.
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FAQ
What are the best best asian food options in Upwey?
Luna’s is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Upwey good for best asian food?
Yes. Upwey has 11+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Upwey known for?
Dandenong Ranges town with a strong arts community.
How far is Upwey from Melbourne CBD?
Upwey is 35km, 55min train, 40min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.
Last updated: March 2026
