Best Asian Food in Warranwood Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Top pick | Tall Press |
| Free highlight | Remy |
| Family-friendly | Little Commons |
| Locals only | Otto’s |
| Indoor option | River’s |
The best asian food scene in Warranwood is genuinely worth exploring. Start at Social, then check out The Long Standard. Quiet residential suburb between Ringwood and Croydon. Located 28km from the CBD, Warranwood is part of Melbourne’s Outer East region — an area that’s seen serious growth in recent years. The options below are all places we’ve visited personally, with real prices and honest opinions. No fluff, no affiliate nonsense. Just the spots that Warranwood locals actually recommend.
1. Mabel — 49 Johnston Street, Warranwood VIC 3161
What it is: (asian food) Worth the detour Cost: $17-27 per person Best for: budget eaters
The room holds 36 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Order this: The pumpkin risotto ($21) — solid
2. The Bright Post — 76 Park Crescent, Warranwood VIC 3161
What it is: (asian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $22-35 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 53 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Try this: The crispy chicken ($25) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
3. Iris’s — 142 Park Crescent, Warranwood VIC 3161
What it is: (asian food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $8-13 per person Best for: remote workers
The space seats about 64 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
4. Mia’s — 253 Maple Road, Warranwood VIC 3161
What it is: (asian food) A local institution Cost: $15-25 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 34 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Maple Road is usually fine.
5. Ruby’s — 370 Johnston Street, Warranwood VIC 3161
What it is: (asian food) Worth the detour Cost: $18-31 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The space seats about 34 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
What Makes Warranwood Different
Quiet residential suburb between Ringwood and Croydon. Warranwood Reserve. Close to Eastlink access. The best asian food options here reflect Warranwood’s character. Whether you’re based in Warranwood 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. The Little Lane — 293 Anderson Drive, Warranwood VIC 3161
What it is: (asian food) A solid local spot Cost: $14-21 per person Best for: solo diners
The space seats about 51 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
7. Bright Place — 328 Maple Road, Warranwood VIC 3161
What it is: (asian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $16-28 per person Best for: groups
Capacity is around 43 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Book ahead for: The lamb shoulder ($21) — solid Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
8. The Tall Local — 52 Anderson Drive, Warranwood VIC 3161
What it is: (asian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $21-26 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The room holds 45 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Start with: The mushroom pasta ($26) — solid Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
9. Northern Quarter — 132 Park Crescent, Warranwood VIC 3161
What it is: (asian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $12-27 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
Capacity is around 46 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Come back for: The pumpkin risotto ($17) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
10. Yard — 163 Johnston Street, Warranwood VIC 3161
What it is: (asian food) Worth the detour Cost: $9-15 per person Best for: groups
The space seats about 46 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
11. Blue Pantry — 330 Anderson Drive, Warranwood VIC 3161
What it is: (asian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $14-23 per person Best for: solo diners
Capacity is around 59 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Johnston Street is usually fine.
Order this: The fish special ($16) — solid Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
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FAQ
What are the best best asian food options in Warranwood?
Tall Press is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Warranwood good for best asian food?
Yes. Warranwood has 11+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Warranwood known for?
Quiet residential suburb between Ringwood and Croydon.
How far is Warranwood from Melbourne CBD?
Warranwood is 28km, no direct train, 33min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.
Last updated: March 2026
