Best Asian Food in Wantirna South Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | Northern Post |
| Best free option | The Lucky Press |
| Best for families | Luna |
| Best local secret | Blue Lane |
| Best for rainy days | The Long Social |
1. Ada’s — 74 River Drive, Wantirna South VIC 3152
What it is: (asian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $15-27 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The room holds 40 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
2. The Red Union — 126 Church Crescent, Wantirna South VIC 3152
What it is: (asian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $15-20 per person Best for: families
The room holds 52 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
3. The Half Room — 144 Church Crescent, Wantirna South VIC 3152
What it is: (asian food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $18-31 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
Capacity is around 60 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
4. Leo’s — 154 Victoria Lane, Wantirna South VIC 3152
What it is: (asian food) Worth the detour Cost: $12-24 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The space seats about 50 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
5. Operator — 206 Creek Road, Wantirna South VIC 3152
What it is: (asian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $17-27 per person Best for: budget eaters
The room holds 62 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Church Crescent is usually fine.
6. High Yard — 72 Church Crescent, Wantirna South VIC 3152
What it is: (asian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $10-20 per person Best for: solo diners
The room holds 56 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Why Wantirna South Is Worth Knowing
Knox City Shopping Centre — one of Melbourne’s largest suburban malls. Westfield Knox. The best asian food options here reflect Wantirna South’s character. If you’re living in or near Wantirna South, 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.
7. The Green Press — 153 Bell Grove, Wantirna South VIC 3152
What it is: (asian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $11-23 per person Best for: families
The space seats about 55 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
8. Press — 162 Victoria Lane, Wantirna South VIC 3152
What it is: (asian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $17-32 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The room holds 32 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
9. The Old Quarter — 360 Bell Grove, Wantirna South VIC 3152
What it is: (asian food) A local institution Cost: $15-20 per person Best for: groups
The space seats about 36 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
10. Ivy’s — 310 River Drive, Wantirna South VIC 3152
What it is: (asian food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $13-19 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
Capacity is around 59 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
11. Green Pantry — 241 River Drive, Wantirna South VIC 3152
What it is: (asian food) A local institution Cost: $15-23 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The space seats about 62 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Victoria Lane is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
12. Pearl’s — 190 Creek Road, Wantirna South VIC 3152
What it is: (asian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $22-34 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The room holds 49 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
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FAQ
What are the best best asian food options in Wantirna South?
Northern Post is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Wantirna South good for best asian food?
Yes. Wantirna South has 12+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Wantirna South known for?
Knox City Shopping Centre — one of Melbourne’s largest suburban malls.
How far is Wantirna South from Melbourne CBD?
Wantirna South is 24-35km, 35-52min train, 28-40min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Look — Wantirna South won’t win any design awards. But the food is honest, the prices are fair, and the locals actually know each other. In Melbourne, that’s increasingly rare.
Last updated: March 2026
