Best Casual Restaurants in Bentleigh East

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AbbotsfordArmadaleBalaclavaBentleigh EastBrightonCaulfield East

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1. Big Pig Canteen

4.4

Awesome(829)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • Moorabbin

Booked 18 times today

Big Pig Canteen brings Authentic BBQ to the south eastern suburbs of Melbourne. Situated in a large warehouse in Moorabbin, with easy parking at night and a wide range of rotating craft beer and cocktails, Big Pig Canteen is perfect for large groups and families wanting to have a little room to enjoy the fantastic atmosphere.

2. Cafe Sapore

new

(0)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Caulfield East

Booked 1 time today

Welcome to Cafe Sapore Caulfield ✨ where modern elegance meets comfort in a warm, inviting space ☕🍳. Located in the heart of Caulfield North 📍, we offer a relaxed café experience with a focus on quality, creativity, and community 💛. Our menu features fresh, locally sourced ingredients with signature dishes like Truffle Chilli Feta Scramble, Southern Fried Chicken Burger, and Prawn Linguine 🥑🍝🍔. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options are available 🌱. Enjoy expertly crafted coffee ☕, cold-pressed juices 🧃, mocktails 🍓, wines 🍷, and classic cocktails 🍸 in a chic, sunlit setting 🌞. Whether you’re stopping in for brunch, a casual lunch, or just coffee and conversation, Cafe Sapore Caulfield is your new local favourite 💬. Walk-ins welcome. Book now to enjoy the Sapore experience ✨

3. WangWang BBQ

4.1

Excellent(25)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Barbecue • Malvern

Booked 1 time today

WANGWANG BBQ is a contemporary Qiqihar charcoal BBQ restaurant with a sophisticated atmosphere. We serve all range full-blood wagyu, including wagyu A5 from Kumamoto, in only the best quality.

A photo of Tommy Ruff Fishbar - Elsternwick restaurant

4. Tommy Ruff Fishbar - Elsternwick

4.7

Exceptional(145)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Elsternwick

Booked 2 times today

Voted No.1 Fish & Chips in Melbourne (Time Out Dec 2020). Tommy Ruff is everything seafood! Unique flavours and an affordable seafood experience, from classic fish & chips through to a diverse selection of fresh, healthy quality local seafood.Serving sustainable sourced seafood. Enjoy a large selection of fresh fish, whole fish, platters, prawns and daily specials at our 3 locations.

A photo of Teo's Pizza & Bar Highett restaurant

5. Teo's Pizza & Bar Highett

4.7

Exceptional(48)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Highett

Booked 2 times today

Our menus offer an extensive variety of both food and beverages. The dough is 72 hour proved Neapolitan style wood-fired pizza. Our bar is well stocked with local and Italian beers, spirits and cocktails, Aperol Spritz is a particular favourite. The restaurants have seating both indoor and outdoor. Highett boasts a summery beer garden and pool table as well as a gelato cart.

6. The Deck Brighton

4.4

Awesome(127)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Brighton

The Deck Brighton is the perfect spot for a morning coffee, all day breakfast or your next event. With plenty of seating on the sunny outdoor deck or inside by the fire, The Deck has you covered whatever the weather.The team of experienced chefs and baristas dedicate themselves to offer fresh innovative meals matched with delicious coffees and friendly service.The Deck Brighton is perfectly designed to cater to a wide variety of clientele and occasions.The front room is a café by day and transforms into the perfect function space of an evening, available 7 nights a week. Our back room is perfect for corporate networking breakfasts, kids birthdays, 21st birthdays, engagements or any celebration. This space is available to hire day and night 7 days a week.

7. Mackie Mulgrave

4.3

Awesome(75)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Bentleigh East

Booked 1 time today

Mackie Mulgrave - The best coffee and eats going around Mulgrave!

8. Port of Call

5.0

Exceptional(1)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Sandringham

Escape to Port of Call, a seaside haven in Sandringham where contemporary cuisine meets coastal charm. Our menu features the freshest seasonal produce, transformed into innovative yet comforting dishes. Pair your meal with premium wines, craft beers, or refreshing cocktails, expertly mixed by our talented bartenders. As the sun sets, enjoy the stunning views over the bay, creating a perfect backdrop for your dining experience.Join us and let our passionate team take you on a culinary adventure where every bite is a delight.

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9. Creative Thai & Bar

(0)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Thai • Cheltenham

Booked 1 time today

At Creative Thai & Bar in Charman Rd, our pride lies in our diverse slection of Thai cuisine. Each dish is crafted with meticulous attention to detail using traditional cooking techniques and the freshest, top-quality ingredients.

A photo of Tacos 'N' Tequilas Elsternwick restaurant

10. Tacos 'N' Tequilas Elsternwick

4.6

Exceptional(31)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Elsternwick

Inspired from the streets of San Francisco, where amazing blends of traditional Mexican street foods came to mix; where art, religion and food combine. With a wide variety of flavours and colours, the new wave of street-style Mexican foods is here to stay. This ranges from quick, tasty takeaway all the way up to generous share proportions to dine in and enjoy with a group of friends.

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Garry
Queensland •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great food and good atmosphere. A little disappointed when you order 2 x meals to arrive and eat together and the first meal comes out promptly and the second 27minutes later.. Amazing food and drinks.
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Big Pig CanteenPrice: Moderate• Barbecue• Moorabbin
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4.4
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Danielle
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 3, 2025
Everyone at the table enjoyed the food the service the ambience. The group were pleasantly surprised at the quality of food the freshness and the cost. I have always enjoyed the food and it does not matter what time of the year it is always pleasant atmosphere.
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Tommy Ruff Fishbar - ElsternwickPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Elsternwick
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4.7
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Paul
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 24, 2025
Great food, lovely atmosphere and very kind, attentive and friendly waiting staff. Our regular most Friday nights
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Teo's Pizza & Bar HighettPrice: Moderate• Italian• Highett
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4.7
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EUGENE
Brisbane •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
It was very tasty food and the service was quality
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WangWang BBQPrice: Expensive• Barbecue• Malvern
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4.1

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