Things to Do in Wantirna This Weekend — 2026
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| No-cost pick | Table | | Best with kids | Max | | Hidden spot | Stella Mill | | Bad weather pick | Cleo |
The things to do this weekend options here are genuine, well-priced, and run by people who actually live in the suburb. Start at New Union, then work your way to Theo House. Studfield Shopping Centre and Knox City provide retail. This is Wantirna in 2026.
1. Room — 134 High Drive, Wantirna VIC 3138
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $21-31 per person Best for: families
The room holds 50 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Smith Avenue is usually fine.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Wantirna roaster — ask which one.
2. Vera’s — 28 High Drive, Wantirna VIC 3138
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $13-24 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The space seats about 40 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Wantirna farmers market when it runs.
3. Hazel Social — 218 Elm Terrace, Wantirna VIC 3138
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $21-29 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The room holds 35 — 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.
4. Ivy’s — 313 Elm Terrace, Wantirna VIC 3138
What it is: A local institution Cost: $17-24 per person Best for: dates
The space seats about 45 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
5. Nico Bench — 85 High Drive, Wantirna VIC 3138
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $13-21 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 30 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Bridge Parade is usually fine.
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6. Good Quarter — 155 Bridge Parade, Wantirna VIC 3138
What it is: A local institution Cost: $21-27 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The space seats about 35 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Ask for: The mushroom pasta ($23) — solid
7. Lucky Kitchen — 91 Johnston Terrace, Wantirna VIC 3138
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $20-33 per person Best for: budget eaters
The space seats about 43 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Elm Terrace is usually fine.
Book ahead for: The crispy chicken ($26) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Wantirna farmers market when it runs.
8. Luna — 268 Johnston Terrace, Wantirna VIC 3138
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $19-34 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The space seats about 61 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Start with: The house-made relish ($24) — solid
9. The New Social — 234 Elm Terrace, Wantirna VIC 3138
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $12-18 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 34 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Smith Avenue is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
10. The Good Lane — 283 Smith Avenue, Wantirna VIC 3138
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $16-28 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The space seats about 48 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Elm Terrace is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
11. White Standard — 304 High Drive, Wantirna VIC 3138
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $11-21 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The room holds 64 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Order this: The pumpkin risotto ($13) — solid
Explore More
- Ferntree Gully Things To Do This Weekend — same vibe, different suburb
- Wantirna Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Wantirna Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Knoxfield Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Wantirna stacks up
- All Wantirna Guides — everything we’ve written about Wantirna
FAQ
Yes. The things to do this weekend scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Wantirna known for?
Studfield Shopping Centre and Knox City provide retail.
What is there to do in Wantirna on a Sunday?
Nina Bench is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Wantirna from Melbourne CBD?
Wantirna is 24-35km, 35-52min train, 28-40min drive from Melbourne CBD.
If you’re comparing Wantirna to inner-city options, stop. Different league, different game. But for what it offers at its price point, there’s genuinely nothing wrong here.
Last updated: March 2026
