Best Thai Food in Wantirna South Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Top pick | Iris |
| Free highlight | Mabel’s |
| Family-friendly | Sol’s |
| Locals only | High Quarter |
| Indoor option | Luna Bench |
We’ve tested every best thai food option in Wantirna South to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. The Northern Store is the one everyone knows. Sunny Lane is the sleeper. Prices are fair — coffee at $4.00-4.50, dinner at $18-32. Knox City Shopping Centre — one of Melbourne’s largest suburban malls. Wantirna South sits in the Outer East corridor, 24-35km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best thai food scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Wantirna South since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.
1. Nell’s — 141 Church Crescent, Wantirna South VIC 3152
What it is: (thai food) A local institution Cost: $22-28 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The room holds 48 and fills on weekends. Street parking on River Drive is usually fine.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Wantirna South roaster — ask which one.
2. Social — 131 Church Crescent, Wantirna South VIC 3152
What it is: (thai food) The one that surprised us Cost: $21-30 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The room holds 37 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.
3. Remy Bench — 28 Creek Road, Wantirna South VIC 3152
What it is: (thai food) A quiet achiever Cost: $20-29 per person Best for: remote workers
The space seats about 48 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Go for: The pumpkin risotto ($25) — solid Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
4. Gus’s — 175 Church Crescent, Wantirna South VIC 3152
What it is: (thai food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $11-22 per person Best for: remote workers
The space seats about 62 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Victoria Lane is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
5. The High Bench — 201 Victoria Lane, Wantirna South VIC 3152
What it is: (thai food) The one that surprised us Cost: $15-30 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The space seats about 38 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on River Drive is usually fine.
Worth knowing: The crispy chicken ($21) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
Why Locals Stay in Wantirna South
Knox City Shopping Centre — one of Melbourne’s largest suburban malls. Westfield Knox. The best thai food options here reflect Wantirna South’s character. Whether you’re based in Wantirna South or visiting from nearby, 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. House — 339 Creek Road, Wantirna South VIC 3152
What it is: (thai food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $14-23 per person Best for: dates
Capacity is around 53 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Wantirna South farmers market when it runs.
7. Rex Yard — 82 Bell Grove, Wantirna South VIC 3152
What it is: (thai food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $18-29 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The space seats about 33 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Book ahead for: The charcuterie board ($23) — solid Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
8. The Tall Pantry — 68 Bell Grove, Wantirna South VIC 3152
What it is: (thai food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $11-20 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The room holds 56 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Bell Grove is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
9. Felix Kitchen — 138 Victoria Lane, Wantirna South VIC 3152
What it is: (thai food) A quiet achiever Cost: $12-22 per person Best for: remote workers
The space seats about 37 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Bell Grove is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
10. The Half Social — 354 Victoria Lane, Wantirna South VIC 3152
What it is: (thai food) Worth the detour Cost: $14-29 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The space seats about 33 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Get the: The pumpkin risotto ($16) — solid
11. Atlas — 361 Bell Grove, Wantirna South VIC 3152
What it is: (thai food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $19-31 per person Best for: solo diners
The space seats about 44 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Creek Road is usually fine.
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FAQ
What are the best best thai food options in Wantirna South?
Iris is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Wantirna South good for best thai food?
Yes. Wantirna South has 11+ genuine options. The scene is established 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.
Wantirna South 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
