Best Casual Restaurants in Melbourne Airport

22 restaurants available nearby

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1. Switch Watergardens

4.3

Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Taylors Lakes

Booked 3 times today

Switch Watergardens is an exciting restaurant business located at Watergardens Towns Centre, Taylors Lakes, 20 minutes north west of Melbournes CBD.With a team of over 50 amazing people and one of the busiest and most popular restaurants in Melbourne’s north western suburbs, Switch Watergardens is an industry leader that prides itself on excellent food, an electric atmosphere and a healthy lifestyle. With an ongoing focus on service, quality and consistency… customer satisfaction is our ultimate aim.

2. Mona Castle Hotel

4.7

Exceptional(235)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • Seddon

Booked 16 times today

The Mona Castle Hotel, located in Seddon, Victoria, is a historic pub that has been serving locals for over 150 years. Known for its warm, inviting atmosphere, it offers a mix of traditional charm and modern comfort. Guests can enjoy a cold beer at the bar, relax by the open fire with a glass of wine, or sip cocktails in the beer garden. The menu features pub classics, with weekly specials like Parma and Steak nights, as well as a Sunday roast with live music. The Mona Castle is perfect for casual drinks, dining, or hosting events

3. North&COMMON

4.4

Awesome(303)

Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Coburg

Booked 10 times today

Our chefs draw inspiration from their diverse backgrounds to create unique and flavorful dishes that are sure to surprise and delight. With a menu that changes with the seasons, patrons can expect new and exciting selections alongside classical favourites year-round. Our emphasis on quality and flavour provides a dining experience that is both refined and approachable. With an exceptionally varied and deep wine selection, we are sure to help you find just the right beverage to celebrate any occasion (or day of the week) take a journey through our Book of Wine or be guided into our walk-in cellar and take your pick.Set in such a unique space North&COMMON lends itself to a refined yet approachable atmosphere, perfect for those looking for a sophisticated yet casual dining experience without sacrificing quality or flavour. Available Wednesday-Saturday, right here in the heart of Coburg.

4. Highlands Hotel

4.3

Awesome(309)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • Craigieburn

Booked 21 times today

With open floor plan, European styling and a touch of the orient, Highlands International Bistro in Craigieburn is the perfect venue for a family, casual or corporate together ; while cosy corners provide a private dining experience. We offer a variety of Soups, Antipasto Selection, Seafood Bar, Mediterranean Dishes, Roast Carvery inc Pork, Asian Inspired Cuisine, Indian Curry Dishes, Roasted & Steamed Seasonable Vegetables, Salad Bar, Pasta, Gourmet Pizzas, Kids Variety & Extensive Dessert Bar.

5. TOTE Bar & Dining

4.3

Awesome(239)

Price: Expensive

• Australian • Moonee Ponds

A contemporary bar and restaurant, serving modern-Australian dishes with seasonal eating in mind.Channelling the timeless allure of 1930's design, the interior boasts rich oak panelling, emerald hues, decadent leather and bronze finishes. The space offers three intimate dining areas, known as The Northern Terrace, The Dining Room and The Cellar - our Private Dining Room. The main feature of TOTE is casual dining with premium quality food from well sourced high quality and sustainable produce.It features a contemporary offering from coffee, craft beer and creative cocktails to carefully curated local & imported wines and spirits.The bar itself is modelled to the development’s quintessential roots – the racecourse – and is aptly shaped in an oval form to mirror it.

6. LaBurrata

4.5

Awesome(130)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Moonee Ponds

Booked 1 time today

The desire to serve good food to the people with our passion in the cooking led us to open La Burrata.La Burrata is an Italian cuisine which serves its customers with different variety of food. As we believe best Italian restaurants always serve the best Italian food and unrivaled quality. La Burrata is proud to serve fresh food prepared from freshly brought ingredients. Enjoying freshly home made pasta and quality hand stretched pizza when you dine in with us along with choices of seafoods, stake and main dishes. The customers can reserve the table, walk-in and enjoy the fresh dining with us.

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7. Convoy Moonee Ponds

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4.8

Exceptional(3)

Price: Moderate

• Café • Moonee Ponds

**We’re currently not accepting bookings for the months of December and January, however we are open for walk ins! Looking forward to seeing you soon.**Convoy Moonee Ponds is a vibrant and welcoming café in the heart of Moonee Ponds, known for its exceptional coffee and thoughtfully crafted dishes. Perfect for early mornings and relaxed afternoons, Convoy serves a menu that celebrates fresh, local produce, offering everything from hearty breakfast staples to innovative lunch creations. Signature dishes include their perfectly poached eggs with house-made hollandaise and unique, seasonal specials that keep locals coming back.The warm and stylish interior makes Convoy a standout for casual catch-ups or focused work sessions, complete with a community-driven atmosphere and outstanding customer service. Whether you're grabbing a coffee to go or indulging in a leisurely brunch, Convoy Moonee Ponds is a must-visit destination for food and coffee lovers alike.

8. Local Chook

4.7

Exceptional(130)

Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Moonee Ponds

Booked 9 times today

Moonee Ponds Local Chook is a favourite among locals for its imaginative/fusion take on Vietnamese cuisine, served in a modern restaurant. For starters, the Bao Buns are sensational selections. Some of Local Chook’s specialty/popular dishes include the Red Chicken Curry and Twice cooked scotch fillet in plum sauce, as well as vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free dishes.

9. Grandview Hotel

4.8

Exceptional(302)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • Brunswick

The Grandview Hotel, located in Brunswick West, is a charming heritage pub built in 1889. It seamlessly blends classic architectural beauty with modern amenities. Offering a variety of indoor and outdoor seating, the hotel provides a cozy environment for casual drinks or dining. The menu features classic pub fare and seasonal specials, sourced from local suppliers, with options for all dietary needs. Paired with a well-curated selection of craft beers, wines, and spirits, it’s a perfect spot for a relaxing escape amidst Melbourne’s bustling city life.

10. Cross Keys

4.3

Awesome(247)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • Essendon

Booked 8 times today

A local favourite for over 150 years, The Cross Keys Hotel is the perfect spot to bring the family. The Cross Keys boasts an impressive bistro serving up tasty meals Monday through Sunday, a fun kids room, a lively sports bar showing all the must see games on the big screens, a modern TAB facility and two spacious event rooms. With weekly specials and all your favourite pub classics, what isn't too love? See you at The Keys !

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Roz
Melbourne •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Absolutely delish food and fantastic service . More than enough food and everyone left happy and full. Thank you we will be back.
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North&COMMONPrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Coburg
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4.4
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Dr . EK
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on 20 Dec 2024
Everything is okay overall but the portion of the food is less compared to the price you spend
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Switch WatergardensPrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• Taylors Lakes
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4.3
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lynette
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on 19 Dec 2024
Outstanding service from our waiter, excellent recommendations for share platters to start off our lunch, food was tasty, good portions and and great presentation could not fault this venue all in all a very good experience thank you
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TOTE Bar & DiningPrice: Expensive• Australian• Moonee Ponds
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4.3
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Cheryl
Melbourne •7 reviews
4.0
Dined on 18 Dec 2024
It was quite busy but the line moved quickly so it didn't take too long to get to the lovely food. The food was delicious, lots of it and if a certain thing was finished it was quickly refilled. The wait staff were very friendly and great collecting our dirty plates
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Highlands HotelPrice: Moderate• Australian• Craigieburn
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4.3
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Jane
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 Dec 2024
Great food, excellent service. Consistently good. Will be back again soon.
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Mona Castle HotelPrice: Moderate• Australian• Seddon
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4.7

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22 restaurants available nearby

1. Switch Watergardens

2. Mona Castle Hotel

3. North&COMMON

4. Highlands Hotel

5. TOTE Bar & Dining

6. LaBurrata

7. Convoy Moonee Ponds

8. Local Chook

9. Grandview Hotel

10. Cross Keys

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