Best Thai Food in Warrandyte Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Our #1 | Felix Mill |
| Zero-cost winner | The High Kitchen |
| Kid-approved | Sol |
| Under the radar | The Honest Union |
| Wet day saviour | Oliver Commons |
We’ve tested every best thai food option in Warrandyte to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Nell’s is the one everyone knows. Gus’s is the sleeper. Prices are reasonable — coffee at $4.00-4.50, dinner at $18-32. Artist and alternative community on the Yarra River. Warrandyte sits in the Outer East corridor, 27km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best thai food scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Warrandyte since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.
1. Stella’s — 298 Creek Terrace, Warrandyte VIC 3135
What it is: (thai food) A quiet achiever Cost: $20-33 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The room holds 47 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
2. Nico Press — 151 Creek Terrace, Warrandyte VIC 3135
What it is: (thai food) A solid local spot Cost: $8-22 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The room holds 41 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
3. Golden Yard — 56 Barkly Drive, Warrandyte VIC 3135
What it is: (thai food) A local institution Cost: $13-28 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The space seats about 50 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Creek Terrace is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
4. The Old Yard — 364 Market Street, Warrandyte VIC 3135
What it is: (thai food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $9-15 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
Capacity is around 52 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Don’t miss: The fish special ($11) — solid
5. The Good Standard — 9 Barkly Drive, Warrandyte VIC 3135
What it is: (thai food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $14-27 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 51 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Charles Place is usually fine.
The Reality of Warrandyte
Artist and alternative community on the Yarra River. Gold was discovered here in 1851. Bushland setting with genuine village character. The best thai food options here reflect Warrandyte’s character. Whether you’re based in Warrandyte 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. Canvas — 279 Creek Terrace, Warrandyte VIC 3135
What it is: (thai food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $16-31 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The space seats about 60 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
7. Remy’s — 30 Elm Road, Warrandyte VIC 3135
What it is: (thai food) A quiet achiever Cost: $21-32 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The space seats about 54 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Creek Terrace is usually fine.
Book ahead for: The house-made relish ($24) — solid Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
8. Otto — 349 Charles Place, Warrandyte VIC 3135
What it is: (thai food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $17-23 per person Best for: remote workers
The space seats about 63 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Start with: The pumpkin risotto ($23) — solid
9. Mabel Lane — 371 Market Street, Warrandyte VIC 3135
What it is: (thai food) No-frills excellence Cost: $10-18 per person Best for: solo diners
The room holds 33 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Warrandyte roaster — ask which one.
10. The Red House — 349 Creek Terrace, Warrandyte VIC 3135
What it is: (thai food) A quiet achiever Cost: $20-32 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The space seats about 53 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Barkly Drive is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
11. The Common Local — 216 Elm Road, Warrandyte VIC 3135
What it is: (thai food) Worth the detour Cost: $13-21 per person Best for: dates
The space seats about 39 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.
Explore More
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FAQ
What are the best best thai food options in Warrandyte?
Felix Mill is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Warrandyte good for best thai food?
Yes. Warrandyte has 11+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.
What is Warrandyte known for?
Artist and alternative community on the Yarra River.
How far is Warrandyte from Melbourne CBD?
Warrandyte is 27km, no direct train, 35min drive from Melbourne CBD.
If you’re comparing Warrandyte 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
