Best Live Music in Yallambie Melbourne — 2026 Guide

We’ve tested every best live music option in Yallambie to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Nina Local is the one everyone knows. The Bright Room is the sleeper. Prices are fair — coffee at $4.00-4.50, dinner at $18-32. Small residential suburb between Macleod and Bundoora. Yallambie sits in the Outer North corridor, 22-33km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best live music scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Yallambie since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.

1. The Old Press — 98 Brunswick Drive, Yallambie VIC 3068

What it is: (live music) Worth the detour Cost: $8-20 per person Best for: groups

The Old Press has been operating in Yallambie for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the lamb shoulder ($11) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 35 — book for Friday and Saturday. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on Sydney Road is usually fine.

Order this: The lamb shoulder ($14) — the best version in Yallambie Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

2. Ava — 350 Rowan Lane, Yallambie VIC 3068

What it is: (live music) Worth the detour Cost: $22-30 per person Best for: dates

Ava has been operating in Yallambie for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the mushroom pasta ($25) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 59 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Try this: The mushroom pasta ($27) — the best version in Yallambie Insider tip: They source produce from Yallambie farmers market when it runs.

3. Hazel’s — 308 Lake Grove, Yallambie VIC 3068

What it is: (live music) Worth the detour Cost: $20-25 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird

Hazel’s has been operating in Yallambie for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($21) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 33 with outdoor seating for another 15. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on Rowan Lane is usually fine.

Go for: The house-made relish ($23) — the best version in Yallambie Insider tip: Come on a Tuesday for the quietest experience.

4. Pearl — 89 Sydney Road, Yallambie VIC 3068

What it is: (live music) No-frills excellence Cost: $21-29 per person Best for: a quiet table for two

Pearl has been operating in Yallambie for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the mushroom pasta ($21) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 38 with outdoor seating for another 15. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on Brunswick Drive is usually fine.

Don’t miss: The mushroom pasta ($23) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: The back courtyard has tables nobody knows about.

5. The New Commons — 135 Lake Grove, Yallambie VIC 3068

What it is: (live music) A local institution Cost: $11-18 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet

The New Commons has been operating in Yallambie for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the pumpkin risotto ($15) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 30 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on Brunswick Drive is usually fine.

Worth knowing: The pumpkin risotto ($16) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

6. Sol’s — 171 Brunswick Drive, Yallambie VIC 3068

What it is: (live music) The one regulars swear by Cost: $21-36 per person Best for: remote workers

Sol’s has been operating in Yallambie for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the crispy chicken ($21) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 57 with outdoor seating for another 15. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on Thomas Terrace is usually fine.

Ask for: The crispy chicken ($26) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Parking is free on Thomas Street after 6pm.

Yallambie — The Honest Version

Small residential suburb between Macleod and Bundoora. La Trobe University Wildlife Sanctuary nearby. The best live music options here reflect Yallambie’s character. For Yallambie locals and anyone in the area, 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. Felix’s — 36 Sydney Road, Yallambie VIC 3068

What it is: (live music) No-frills excellence Cost: $21-36 per person Best for: budget eaters

Felix’s has been operating in Yallambie for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($25) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 36 with outdoor seating for another 15. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on Brunswick Drive is usually fine.

Book ahead for: The house-made relish ($27) — the best version in Yallambie Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

8. Anchor — 276 Sydney Road, Yallambie VIC 3068

What it is: (live music) A quiet achiever Cost: $18-32 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead

Anchor has been operating in Yallambie for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the sourdough bread ($19) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 50 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Start with: The sourdough bread ($20) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Yallambie roaster — ask which one.

9. Ava — 128 Lake Grove, Yallambie VIC 3068

What it is: (live music) A solid local spot Cost: $9-16 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200

Ava has been operating in Yallambie for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the pumpkin risotto ($14) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 39 — book for Friday and Saturday. Service is efficient without being rushed. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Come back for: The pumpkin risotto ($12) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

10. The Half Works — 163 Sydney Road, Yallambie VIC 3068

What it is: (live music) A solid local spot Cost: $14-26 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd

The Half Works has been operating in Yallambie for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the pumpkin risotto ($18) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 38 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on Rowan Lane is usually fine.

Get the: The pumpkin risotto ($18) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

11. Sunny Room — 19 Thomas Terrace, Yallambie VIC 3068

What it is: (live music) The one regulars swear by Cost: $22-28 per person Best for: dates

Sunny Room has been operating in Yallambie for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the mushroom pasta ($22) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 35 with outdoor seating for another 15. The team knows what they are doing. Street parking on Lake Grove is usually fine.

Order this: The mushroom pasta ($25) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.

12. The Humble Lane — 4 Thomas Terrace, Yallambie VIC 3068

What it is: (live music) A local institution Cost: $21-31 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy

The Humble Lane has been operating in Yallambie for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the charcuterie board ($24) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 55 — book for Friday and Saturday. The team knows what they are doing. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Try this: The charcuterie board ($24) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Yallambie roaster — ask which one.

Explore More

• Macleod Best Live Music — same vibe, different suburb
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FAQ

What are the best best live music options in Yallambie?

Mia Yard is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Yallambie good for best live music?

Yes. Yallambie has 12+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.

What is Yallambie known for?

Small residential suburb between Macleod and Bundoora.

How far is Yallambie from Melbourne CBD?

Yallambie is 22-33km, 40-50min train, 30-40min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Yallambie 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