Best Family Restaurants in Vermont Melbourne 2026
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | Mabel Mill |
| Best free option | Max |
| Best for families | Yard |
| Best local secret | New Press |
| Best for rainy days | River |
Vermont doesn’t get the press that inner-city suburbs do, but the locals aren’t complaining. The best restaurants for families scene here is solid, unpretentious, and growing. Pearl Store and The High Room are among the standouts, but they’re not the only ones worth your time. Vermont sits 24-35km from the CBD, and what it lacks in hype it makes up for in substance. Residential suburb with Vermont South Shopping Centre access.
1. Luna — 12 Blake Parade, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $20-25 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The space seats about 45 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Bridge Place is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Vermont farmers market when it runs.
2. The Blue Lane — 325 Blake Parade, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $12-24 per person Best for: budget eaters
The room holds 37 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Vermont farmers market when it runs.
3. The Good Union — 121 Market Place, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $21-30 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 45 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Go for: The sourdough bread ($24) — solid
4. The Sunny Commons — 325 Blake Parade, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $22-29 per person Best for: solo diners
Capacity is around 59 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Blake Parade is usually fine.
Don’t miss: The fish special ($24) — solid
5. Pearl’s — 148 Market Place, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $15-29 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The space seats about 63 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Albert Lane is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Vermont farmers market when it runs.
Vermont — The Honest Version
6. Stella — 378 Blake Parade, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $9-15 per person Best for: solo diners
The room holds 59 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Albert Lane is usually fine.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Vermont roaster — ask which one.
7. River’s — 67 Albert Lane, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $14-25 per person Best for: the whole crew
Capacity is around 58 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
8. Lena’s — 175 Market Place, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $12-18 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
Capacity is around 45 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Start with: The charcuterie board ($18) — solid
9. Marco — 13 Market Place, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $20-34 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The room holds 61 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
10. Remy Press — 44 Market Place, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $12-25 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
Capacity is around 41 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Get the: The sourdough bread ($17) — solid
11. Kai’s — 241 North Parade, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $19-25 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The room holds 63 and fills on weekends. Street parking on North Parade is usually fine.
Explore More
- Heathmont Best Restaurants for Families — same vibe, different suburb
- Vermont Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Vermont Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Vermont South Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Vermont stacks up
- All Vermont Guides — everything we’ve written about Vermont
FAQ
Yes. The best restaurants for families scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Vermont known for?
Residential suburb with Vermont South Shopping Centre access.
What is the most family-friendly restaurant in Vermont?
Mabel Mill is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Vermont from Melbourne CBD?
Vermont is 24-35km, 35-52min train, 28-40min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Vermont 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
Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.
