When it comes to the weekend, sometimes you just need to get out of the city. But, unless you have a favourite camping spot or hike, it can be hard to decide where to go on a whim. We find that choosing an eating destination helps that. Pick a restaurant, cafe, distillery or brewery and plan the rest of your sojourn around it. Victoria has a heap of great options a not-too-far drive from the city, so you can escape for a Sunday lunch or a whole weekend of fine dining. Restaurants Oakleigh
You might think eating out in Oakleigh is expensive. However, what we love about Oakleigh food is how accessible it is and when you factor in that the price includes tax and tip and that they use super fresh Aussie ingredients, it is very reasonable. In addition to serving up awesome tasty food in Oakleigh, every dish is served to look like art on a plate.
THE ULTIMATE LIST OF BEST RESTAURANTS IN OAKLEIGH, MELBOURNE
Vanilla Cakes & Lounge-Restaurants Oakleigh
(03)95683358
Amongst the hustle and bustle of this amazing hub are Vanilla Lounge. In August 2008, we opened our doors and our hearts to the community and everyone gave their love back. Being a coffee and dining lounge, Vanilla has something for everyone. It is a family place, a meeting place, a place where you can come and experience a unique European vibe right here in Melbourne.
The family behind Vanilla have been innovators and pioneers in the hospitality industry for over 45 years. With the opening of Vanilla Lounge, Oakleigh saw a new dining culture emerge. What is particularly exciting for Melbourne is that it now boasts another leading patisserie that truly celebrates its cosmopolitan heritage's greatest qualities. Vanilla was praised as one of the Top 10 Patisseries in The Age Good Café Guide 2012.
We are committed to enhancing our patron's experience by providing our boutique coffee brand, Dukes, our extraordinary music acts on Thursday nights, our extensive menu made with local and fresh ingredients and without preservatives or additives, our world-class standard of cakes and biscuits and our latest venture, Vanilla Upstairs which has amazing pan-Mediterranean cuisine and invites people to come together and share in the simple pleasures.
- NO ADDED PRESERVATIVES, MSG, FLAVOURS OR COLOURS
- FREE RANGE HALAL & AUSTRALIAN MEATS
- AUSTRALIAN SEAFOOD
- WE ONLY USE LOCAL & FRESH PRODUCE
- IMPORTED GREEK OLIVE OIL & FETA CHEESE
- ONLY THE FRESHEST FOOD MADE ON THE PREMISES
5Five Cafe-Restaurants Oakleigh
(03)90785441
The atmosphere at 5five bakehouse in Oakleigh's Eaton Mall is lively and enjoyable. The interior is contemporary and impressive. With all-day breakfast, delicious sliders, pizza, and specials, the options here never disappoint. The variety of cakes is always enticing, and we never leave empty-handed. The service is friendly, efficient, and professional, with the owners ensuring that orders are delivered on time. We had smashed avocado, eggs, and lamb sliders on our most recent visit last week, all at reasonable prices. The baristas know how to make great tasting coffee because they are picky coffee drinkers. "Highly recommended as a family-friendly restaurant."
We provide catering for all occasions, including private parties, corporate functions, and casual gatherings. For all catering enquiries, please fill out the form with your information and we will contact you shortly, or call us directly at 03 9078 5441.
Gold Restaurant-Restaurants Oakleigh
We are equally passionate about providing that authentic Indian taste by adhering to a long-standing tradition of food preparation and going to great lengths to achieve the perfect balance of flavours. We are also inspired to provide a great atmosphere for our customers to relax and fully enjoy our hospitality. Our ultimate goal in Gold is to provide a variety of high-quality Indian cuisine under one roof at a reasonable price. Our venture is an honest attempt, and we are working hard as a team to meet our customers' expectations.
"Atithi Devo Bhawa" is what we have always believed in, and it is our success mantra. Everything we do revolves around our customers. We believe that everyone we come into contact with deserves to be looked after and served with a smile. We want our customers to be satisfied and hope to build a warm relationship with them. Please feel free to speak with us during your next visit. Alternatively, you can reach us at the numbers listed below for all of your needs. We are always delighted to hear from you.
We are convinced that innovation and change are now a part of everyday life. So, at Gold, we are committed to effecting change by introducing new food varieties, daily/weekly specials, and engaging our customers with various offers and promotions. To keep all of our customers up to date on our latest events, we strongly advise them to like our Facebook page 'Gold Restaurant, Glenhuntly' (link to our Facebook page) or join our mailing list.
Mykonos Restaurant Bar-Restaurants Oakleigh
Mykonos is a Greek island that is full of passion, creativity, and love. A truly inspiring and spiritual location. Our goal is to share our passion for the island with everyone who visits!
Tea Garden
(03)95631238
Tea Garden is a traditional Chinese restaurant in Oakleigh, Victoria. We specialise in authentic Cantonese cuisine and Yum Cha in Chadstone, Clayton, Oakleigh, Malvern East, and other Melbourne Eastern Suburbs. We are well-known for our daily yum cha, and you can be confident that you will have the best yum cha experience of your life with us. Our chefs work tirelessly to create the best dishes possible by utilising fresh vegetables, meat, and seafood.
Every day, you can enjoy our Yum Cha Lunch (12 -3 PM). We have a wide variety of Chinese dishes to choose from. From appetisers and soups to authentic Chinese desserts and beverages, we have it all. We also serve a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, particularly wine, as well as delicious food, so you can unwind and enjoy yourself with your family or friends.
Tea Garden is open for dinner and takeout. We are confident that our food will satisfy your palate and delight you to the core.
D'elephant Thai Cuisine-Restaurants Oakleigh
(03)95686600
D'elephant Thai Cuisine is a casual dining restaurant in Australia that aims to provide affordable and authentic Thai cuisine. Founded in late 2014, the founders, who are passionate about authentic Thai food, saw a gap in the market when they couldn't find authentic Thai food that didn't cost a fortune for their entire family. They decided to bring the elephant, appropriately named D'elephant, to Australia because they had previous experience with similar endeavours.
D'elephant Thai Cuisine takes pride in bringing scrumptious Thai food that is full of flavours and the goodness of fresh local produce, resulting in a variety of mouthwatering dishes loved by Melbourne foodies.
We decided to open our sister store, D'elephant Thai Street Food, to serve D'elephant signature dishes and lip-smacking Thai Street Food that everyone can enjoy, based on our expertise in Thai Street Food and our customers' high demand from several locations across Melbourne.
Come experience the true taste of Thai Street Food, with well-balanced flavours that do not compromise the soul of Thai cuisine. Every bite packs a powerful punch. We use the freshest local ingredients and import rare ingredients to create the perfect dish that Thai food fans will adore and epicures will devour. Why not join us on a trip to Thailand that is new, exciting, and delightful?
Just Italy-Restaurants Oakleigh
(04)04364032
Tonino Amadio, from Le Marche, an Italian region bordering the Adriatic Sea, founded Just Italy in 2015. A tiny Italian pasta shop in the heart of Oakleigh. The philosophy was straightforward: provide authentic Italian cuisine, house-made products, and unrivalled hospitality.
Tonino met Sam Colosimo three years later. A general conversation about business and their love of Italian food began, as did a new chapter at Just Italy with Sam's arrival.
Although the company is expanding with new locations in Melbourne, Tonino and Sam's core value remains the same: re-creating Italy in Australia. It's all about simple, good, authentic food, just like Nonna's.
Lazy Moes-Restaurants Oakleigh
(03)95630888
Those of you who have visited another planet may have known me as "Joe" for a short time. I have some breaking news. I've changed my name to Moe! For everyone else who wants to know how I got from Joe to Moe, here's a short story about how Lazy Moe's all started even before Joe or Moe existed.
I am the creation of a gentleman named Michael Guida. Michael was born in 1967 and did not have a single lazy bone in his body. He was a hardworking young man who started his first business in 1984 in an East Keilor panel shop called M n N Panel Works.
Michael's business ventures ranged from car spraying to the food industry, where he opened Leo's Dial a Pizza in Tullamarine in 1986. Michael and his wife Lucy decided to travel from suburb to suburb, opening new and unique pizza and pasta shops. So, in case you're wondering, Moe has most likely been in your neighbourhood, albeit in disguise. Michael tried another business called Pasta by Florentine, which opened in Tullamarine in 1989, soon after Leo's Dial a Pizza. Three years later, in 1993, Michael and Lucy relocated to Broadmeadows and opened the first of many businesses in one location, Spag's Pizza and Pasta. Michael and Lucy were ready for another change in 1995. Carlito's Pizza and Pasta in North Balwyn was opened, and they lived on the roof. Michael and Lucy's lifestyle revolved around their desire for success and their love of working. The living situation was simply a part of the experience.
QT Kitchen-Restaurants Oakleigh
(03)98852009
Our mission in Melbourne is to provide you with an unforgettable modern Vietnamese café, dining, and takeaway experience.
QT Kitchen is known for its modern Vietnamese cuisine, which is inspired by our passion for fresh Australian produce, friendly culture, and community.
Kevin, our head chef, comes from an international hotel background with the Mantra Group and is excited to welcome you to his dining room.
Italian Touch-Restaurants Oakleigh
(03)9568 4490
Our chef was born and raised in Italy and has lived in Australia for four years. He has always been interested in food and opened his first restaurant when he was 18 years old. He wanted to bring beautiful, traditional Italian food to Melbourne so that people could enjoy it in the comfort of their own homes.
Our mission at Il Italian Touch Cafe Restaurant is to give our guests the most authentic Italian experience outside of Italy.
We serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We welcome large parties, private dining groups, and special events at our restaurant.
Italian Touch in Oakleigh, Victoria, offers a wide variety of premium-quality Italian food paired with great coffee and juices using the freshest ingredients and traditional cooking techniques. Executive Chef Placido Caroppi supervises and guides the kitchen, which uses recipes and preparations that Italians have mastered over centuries of making great food.
This desire for authenticity has been nurtured for nearly 15 years. Sign up for our Newsletter to find out for yourself.
Great Eastern Hakka-Restaurants Oakleigh
(03)98073388
The flavours of Indian style Chinese food and Swedish food combine to present you with our eclectic menu at the Great Eastern Hakka Restaurant. On a plate, we serve our well-traveled chef's culinary adventures.
Steve, our executive chef, has been with us since our inception in 2006. A Hakka Chinese born in Kolkata, India, he was taught by a plethora of extraordinarily talented chefs (particularly his mother) to become the kitchen craftsman he is today. By creating exquisite dining experiences for you, our customers, Steve pays homage to his Chinese heritage, his Indian country of birth, his life in the cold Northern plains of Sweden, and his journey to becoming a highly qualified experienced chef.
Hakka cuisine is the traditional cuisine of the Hakka people who live in several provinces in Southeastern China. Many restaurants in India serve Indian adaptations of traditional Hakka cuisine. However, these frequently lack some of the key elements that distinguish these dishes as authentically Hakka in style. On special request, we offer you the genuine experience learned through generations of Hakka family home cooking. Our Swedish-style pizzas are truly one-of-a-kind. The ingredients are influenced by traditional Swedish produce to create intriguing and undeniably delicious selections.
We welcome you with open arms to our wonderful restaurant and look forwards to guiding you through these cultural journeys.
Sumalee-Restaurants Oakleigh
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(03)95571635
A memorable meal requires more than just exquisite cooking. Sumalee believes that an intimate atmosphere in the right location, personal and attentive service, and great company are what distinguishes a delicious meal from an unforgettable experience.
A memorable meal requires more than just excellent cooking. Sumalee believes that an intimate atmosphere in the right location, personal and attentive service, and great company are what distinguishes a delicious dinner from an unforgettable experience.
Euro Bites Greek Eatery-Restaurants Oakleigh
(03)56788095
Euro Bites Greek Eatery, founded in 2008 (Proprietor AYTAC GENC), offers an extraordinary Mediterranean dining experience complemented by exceptional service and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Popular with both locals and tourists, it has amassed a loyal following over the years, with each visitor treated as a friend.
All of our dishes are traditionally prepared over charcoal to bring out the natural flavours and give them an extra kick.
We have a passion for excellence and strive to provide excellent customer service to all of our customers, as well as to make your visit to Euro Bites memorable.
Mythos Gyros Bar-Restaurants Oakleigh
(03)95686069
Mythos Gyros Bar is located on Eaton Mall in Oakleigh's well-known Greek quarter. Serving authentic, traditional Greek cuisine such as souvlaki and gyros chicken (Kostopoulos), pork rib (pancetta), kebab (soutzoukakia), dips (tzatziki, melitzana, tirokafteri), and a variety of salads such as greek horiatiki, beetroot, and slaw Hellas. We also have a large selection of local and imported beers, including Greek mythos favourites.
Orexi Souvlaki-Restaurants Oakleigh
(03)95691151
33 Chester Street is Oakleigh's oldest and most popular Souvlaki restaurant. It still serves our signature Charcoal grilled gyro. We've also added a few more traditional Greek dishes, such as Pasticcio and Mousaka.
If you only have time for one meal in Oakleigh, make it the charcoal-grilled Orexi souvlaki wrapped in warm pita bread or one of their generous open plate souvlakia. While you're there, don't forget to try our coffees.
OREXI will continue to trade with all of our loyal customers and will heed government advice regarding the COVID 19 outbreak.
Our employees are working hard and doing their best to assist customers in obtaining the products they require. In accordance with government guidelines, we ask customers to respect social distancing.
Nikos Cakes-Restaurants Oakleigh
(03)95696338
Our award-winning team of cake designers, consultants, pastry chefs, and artistic decorators will work with you to create your dream cake so that it exceeds your expectations in both appearance and taste. If you can imagine it, we can make it happen!
We invite you to join us for a coffee and a look around our showroom, which is located above our busy cafe. With over 90 amazing cakes on display and Melbourne's largest selection of flavours, you are sure to find a design that suits your taste, theme, and budget.
Our design team and decorators have over 60 years of combined cake decorating experience and can create anything you can imagine. Their imaginative and creative ideas and aesthetics for cake designs are amazing, and the intricately detailed work truly demonstrates their talent and experience. We aim to exceed (and succeed in exceeding) our customers' expectations.
Assume you require a one-of-a-kind item for a wedding, birthday, christening, or corporate event. In that case, our creative team will collaborate closely with you throughout the planning process to create a design that combines quality and creativity.
Mega Yeeros-Restaurants Oakleigh
Mega Yeeros is dedicated to serving traditional Hellenic cuisine with authenticity. Hand-picked ingredients, traditional spice and marination recipes, and skilled cooking techniques take you on a Mediterranean journey.
With over 30 years of experience in the industry, our expert team is made up of experienced professionals who specialise in achieving the highest level of flavour.
Dry oregano, garlic, Greek yoghurt, olive oil, and high-quality meats are just a few examples. Mega Yeeros' cuisine bears the burden of attempting a type of cooking that can only be found in Greece's limited resorts, such as Athens, Thessaloniki, Nafplio, and the Greek islands.
Mega Yeeros provides a very warm and friendly atmosphere, as well as a type of cuisine presented in all its glory. Purists are welcome to be perplexed by our distinctive flavours, presentation, and authentic flavours.
Hunky Dory-Restaurants Oakleigh
(03)95632084
Greg, the man behind the Hunky magic, grew up on the water, proudly standing alongside his Greek father and grandfather on their commercial fishing boat. Greg worked behind the counter at his family's fish and chip shop during the school holidays. Greg's father, a seafood enthusiast, was a familiar face at the Melbourne Fish Market for many years. Greg's family was there when Hunky Dory first opened its doors in 2004. They have all proudly worn a Hunkys t-shirt along the way; Greg's Grandfather was still rocking one in-store until he was 91
We have been blessed to watch our Hunky family grow over the years, and we are grateful for our beautiful in-store family who spread the Hunky Love every day.
Hunky Dory's mission has always been the same: to shake up the Fish & Chip game and give it a healthy spin. Whether you're craving a succulent piece of grilled salmon or a crispy potato cake, everyone has a seat at the table at Hunkys, where you can be as healthy (or as naughty) as you want.
Dumpling Mama-Restaurants Oakleigh
(03)95790057
Hello, sweetheart! We're Hua, Dong, and Kai from Dumpling Mama. We opened Dumpling Mama in 2018 after discovering that our families and friends in Melbourne couldn't find dumplings like our homemade ones.
Our special family recipes, which originated in northern China, have been passed down from generation to generation. We stick to our tradition by using fresh ingredients and making everything from scratch, including the hand-rolled wrap. Friends and family members adore being invited to our home for dumpling dinners. Simultaneously, people are constantly complaining about how difficult it is to find quality cooking like ours when dining out.
As a result, even though it took some time to find a suitable shop location, we launched Dumpling Mama.
We are committed to using only the highest-quality ingredients, such as premium flour, naturally-brewed soy sauce, extra virgin olive oil, cholesterol-free vegetable oil, and fresh vegetables.
We strive to provide a one-of-a-kind experience by serving the community with honesty and high standards, just as we treat our own families. Enjoy!
Kalimera Souvlaki Art-Restaurants Oakleigh
(03)99393912
The only way to pass on the voice of truth is to have heard it yourself and allowed it to become a part of your life. Thomas Deliopoulos listened to this voice from his parents, a loving couple of deaf-mute. Instead of being a curse, their physical disability became a blessing as they formed an extraordinary bond with the land and the cattle.
Growing up in an agricultural family that was also involved in stock breeding, young Thomas recognised the gift of being in contact with mother nature from an early age. He learned how to respectfully collect the best of what it had to offer. Young Thomas quickly developed a passion for cooking; it was more than just a pastime for him. His family background taught him the importance of selecting the best raw materials and that authentic good taste is found in simplicity and excellent quality... This frequently outperforms sophistication, which can obscure rather than enhance taste.
He joined the army at the age of 17 and was assigned as a cook. He served in NATO officers' clubs in Greece and abroad for 16 years. Simultaneously, he worked in the free market, collaborating with restaurants, bars, and other businesses. He came to the conclusion that this circle had come to an end and that it was time to leave the army; it had never been a place for him to express himself anyway.
However, every ending leads to a new beginning. Tom made the decision to take the next big step. His wife and son are Australian citizens, so the entire family relocated to Melbourne for a fresh start. They soon realised that, despite the abundance of souvlaki restaurants, something was missing. Thomas considers AUTHENTIC to be the keyword for delicious cooking (Authentic is the keyword for almost everything)