Best Thai Food in Williamstown North Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Our #1 | Ruby Pantry |
| Zero-cost winner | Theo’s |
| Kid-approved | Pearl Yard |
| Under the radar | Rosa’s |
| Wet day saviour | Max Depot |
1. Ava Store — 99 Smith Place, Williamstown North VIC 3011
What it is: (thai food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $12-23 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
Capacity is around 34 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
2. Leo Lane — 121 Lygon Grove, Williamstown North VIC 3011
What it is: (thai food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $22-29 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
Capacity is around 38 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Lygon Grove is usually fine.
3. Golden Yard — 98 Lygon Grove, Williamstown North VIC 3011
What it is: (thai food) A local institution Cost: $17-24 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The space seats about 40 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Albert Crescent is usually fine.
4. Nico Place — 211 Albert Crescent, Williamstown North VIC 3011
What it is: (thai food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $20-30 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 56 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Don’t miss: The crispy chicken ($22) — solid Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
5. The Blue Kitchen — 149 Smith Place, Williamstown North VIC 3011
What it is: (thai food) Worth the detour Cost: $15-27 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The space seats about 46 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Worth knowing: The house-made relish ($18) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
6. The New Works — 222 Edward Street, Williamstown North VIC 3011
What it is: (thai food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $22-37 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
Capacity is around 33 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Albert Crescent is usually fine.
What Makes Williamstown North Different
Industrial and residential mix transitioning. Close to Williamstown heritage precinct. The best thai food options here reflect Williamstown North’s character. If you’re living in or near Williamstown North, 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. Oliver’s — 190 Smith Place, Williamstown North VIC 3011
What it is: (thai food) A local institution Cost: $17-31 per person Best for: groups
The room holds 65 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
8. Golden Pantry — 70 Brunswick Crescent, Williamstown North VIC 3011
What it is: (thai food) The one that surprised us Cost: $20-29 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 33 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
9. Depot — 45 Edward Street, Williamstown North VIC 3011
What it is: (thai food) A quiet achiever Cost: $20-31 per person Best for: budget eaters
The space seats about 59 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Edward Street is usually fine.
Come back for: The charcuterie board ($22) — solid
10. Remy Cellar — 50 Albert Crescent, Williamstown North VIC 3011
What it is: (thai food) A local institution Cost: $10-20 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The room holds 36 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Williamstown North roaster — ask which one.
11. The Common Bench — 194 Albert Crescent, Williamstown North VIC 3011
What it is: (thai food) The one that surprised us Cost: $10-19 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The room holds 65 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Order this: The crispy chicken ($14) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Williamstown North farmers market when it runs.
12. Ada — 9 Brunswick Crescent, Williamstown North VIC 3011
What it is: (thai food) A quiet achiever Cost: $16-26 per person Best for: families
The room holds 52 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
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FAQ
What are the best best thai food options in Williamstown North?
Ruby Pantry is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Williamstown North good for best thai food?
Yes. Williamstown North has 12+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.
What is Williamstown North known for?
Industrial and residential mix transitioning.
How far is Williamstown North from Melbourne CBD?
Williamstown North is 5-13km, 12-25min train, 10-20min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Williamstown North is the kind of suburb you move to for practical reasons and stay for the character. Give it six months. You’ll stop driving to the inner city for everything.
Last updated: March 2026
