Best Late Night Food in Yarraville Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Our #1 | Gus’s |
| Zero-cost winner | Hazel’s |
| Kid-approved | Honest Lane |
| Under the radar | Luna Local |
| Wet day saviour | Humble Lane |
The late night food scene in Yarraville is genuinely worth exploring. Start at Cellar, then check out Tall Lane. Sun Theatre (Art Deco cinema) and Anderson Street village define Yarraville. Located 7km from the CBD, Yarraville is part of Melbourne’s Inner West 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 Yarraville locals actually recommend.
1. Nico’s — 148 Park Grove, Yarraville VIC 3015
What it is: (late night food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $8-21 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The space seats about 35 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Queen Lane is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
2. Remy — 194 Park Grove, Yarraville VIC 3015
What it is: (late night food) No-frills excellence Cost: $13-19 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The space seats about 50 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
3. Tall Yard — 223 Park Grove, Yarraville VIC 3015
What it is: (late night food) No-frills excellence Cost: $8-15 per person Best for: remote workers
Capacity is around 35 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Yarraville roaster — ask which one.
4. The High Store — 265 William Avenue, Yarraville VIC 3015
What it is: (late night food) A solid local spot Cost: $12-22 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The space seats about 49 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Yarraville roaster — ask which one.
5. Quarter — 327 Queen Lane, Yarraville VIC 3015
What it is: (late night food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $15-28 per person Best for: dates
The room holds 63 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Queen Lane is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
6. The Long Quarter — 246 William Avenue, Yarraville VIC 3015
What it is: (late night food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $20-33 per person Best for: groups
Capacity is around 44 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
The Yarraville That Locals Know
Sun Theatre (Art Deco cinema) and Anderson Street village define Yarraville. One of the inner-west’s most desirable suburbs. The late night food options here reflect Yarraville’s character. Whether you’re based in Yarraville 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.
7. Good Lane — 177 Albert Lane, Yarraville VIC 3015
What it is: (late night food) A solid local spot Cost: $17-22 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The room holds 32 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Albert Lane is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Yarraville farmers market when it runs.
8. Ruby Lane — 276 Park Grove, Yarraville VIC 3015
What it is: (late night food) A quiet achiever Cost: $10-24 per person Best for: dates
Capacity is around 34 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on William Avenue is usually fine.
Start with: The house-made relish ($16) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Yarraville farmers market when it runs.
9. Depot — 36 East Road, Yarraville VIC 3015
What it is: (late night food) A local institution Cost: $11-21 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The space seats about 39 and fills on weekends. Street parking on East Road is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Yarraville farmers market when it runs.
10. Zara — 344 Albert Lane, Yarraville VIC 3015
What it is: (late night food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $17-31 per person Best for: remote workers
Capacity is around 62 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
11. Ava’s — 277 Queen Lane, Yarraville VIC 3015
What it is: (late night food) A solid local spot Cost: $15-24 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The space seats about 30 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Order this: The sourdough bread ($20) — solid Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
12. High Post — 211 Queen Lane, Yarraville VIC 3015
What it is: (late night food) A solid local spot Cost: $15-20 per person Best for: families
The room holds 47 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Try this: The daily soup ($19) — solid
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FAQ
What are the best late night food options in Yarraville?
Gus’s is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Yarraville good for late night food?
Yes. Yarraville has 12+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Yarraville known for?
Sun Theatre (Art Deco cinema) and Anderson Street village define Yarraville.
How far is Yarraville from Melbourne CBD?
Yarraville is 7km, 12min train, 12min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Yarraville 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
