Things to Do in Vermont This Weekend — 2026
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| No-cost pick | Southern Press | | Best with kids | Old Table | | Hidden spot | River | | Bad weather pick | Humble Store |
We’ve spent months eating, drinking, and exploring Vermont to put this guide together. The suburb is 4.00-4.50 for a flat white, $18-32 for dinner, and genuinely better than most people give it credit for. Sunny House is the one everyone knows. Northern Mill is the one they should know. Vermont has residential suburb with vermont south shopping centre access.
1. The Lucky Lane — 184 Blake Parade, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: A local institution Cost: $19-29 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
Capacity is around 43 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Blake Parade is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
2. The Lucky Standard — 42 Albert Lane, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $22-37 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
Capacity is around 30 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Try this: The pumpkin risotto ($28) — solid
3. Lena — 138 Albert Lane, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $17-25 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The room holds 36 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
4. Remy Cellar — 109 North Parade, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: A local institution Cost: $8-17 per person Best for: budget eaters
The room holds 64 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
5. Mia’s — 292 North Parade, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $16-25 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The space seats about 51 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
What Makes Vermont Different
6. The Tall Pantry — 34 North Parade, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: A local institution Cost: $9-16 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 46 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Ask for: The charcuterie board ($12) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
7. Northern Corner — 233 North Parade, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $20-26 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The room holds 41 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Albert Lane is usually fine.
Book ahead for: The seasonal special ($25) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Vermont roaster — ask which one.
8. The Golden Union — 211 Albert Lane, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $13-22 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
Capacity is around 56 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Market Place is usually fine.
9. Old Room — 180 Blake Parade, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $18-31 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The space seats about 40 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They source produce from Vermont farmers market when it runs.
10. Remy Quarter — 141 Blake Parade, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $16-25 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
Capacity is around 45 and fills on weekends. Street parking on North Parade is usually fine.
Get the: The house-made relish ($20) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Vermont farmers market when it runs.
Explore More
- Heathmont Things To Do This Weekend — 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 things to do this weekend scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Vermont known for?
Residential suburb with Vermont South Shopping Centre access.
What is there to do in Vermont on a Sunday?
Pilgrim 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
