Best Cozy Restaurants in Rowville

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BelgraveBurwoodCamberwellClaytonCroydonDoncaster East

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1. The Butlers Pantry

3.5

Very Good(10)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Rowville

Booked 2 times today

Welcome to The Butlers Pantry, your cozy corner in the heart of Rowville!For the past decade, we've been proudly serving our community seven days a week, offering a delightful fusion of flavors for breakfast and lunch, with extended dinner hours on Fridays and Saturdays. Nestled within the vibrant suburb of Rowville, we've become a beloved hub where locals gather to start their day with a smile and end it with a satisfied belly.At The Butlers Pantry, we're passionate about two things: exceptional coffee and genuine connections. Our baristas craft each cup with care, ensuring that every sip is a moment of pure delight. Whether you're in need of a morning pick-me-up or an afternoon refuel, our coffee is guaranteed to hit the spot.

2. Roc's Social - Knox

4.2

Awesome(69)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Wantirna South

ALL DAY EVERY DAY SPECIALS!$6 HOUSE SPIRITS AND WINE$8 SELECTED PINT$8 BOWLINGCatch ups perfectly crafted.Village Cinemas Roc’s Social combines food and drinks that you love, with social games inspired by a simpler time.Roc's Social is the perfect place for a casual dinner with friends, or for a finely curated event for birthday parties, corporate occasions, milestone celebrations and more, to bring you and your friends, family and/or colleagues closer together. Vrewards members are welcome! Remember to scan your Vrewards card and earn points on every dollar spent at Roc's Social. Points can then be redeemed at Village Cinemas on tickets, drinks, popcorn, and more!Located in Westfield Knox O-Zone near Village Cinemas.

3. The Peacock Den

4.7

Exceptional(653)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • The Basin

Booked 6 times today

THE PEACOCK SYMBOLISES POWER, ROYALTY, INSIGHT & WISDOM.The concept behind The Peacock Den is simply to offer a more unique wine and dining experience in the outer east. Brought to life from a vision and passion for the Hospitality industry, we have created this stunning establishment.With a strong focus on fine wines, the mission at The Peacock Den is simply to share excellent and expertly selected wines matched with simple yet delicious food in a relaxed sharing environment.

4. Julia's

4.6

Exceptional(160)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Ringwood North

Booked 23 times today

Welcome to our family-friendly neighbourhood pizzeria, the perfect spot for delicious food and good times.Our menu features a wide variety of mouth-watering pizzas crafted with the freshest ingredients and baked to perfection. In addition to our pizzas, we offer homemade pasta, juicy burgers, and much more!We have a selection of ice-cold beers on tap and expertly crafted cocktails. We also have a small private dining room in the old bank safe, providing a unique and intimate setting.Bookings are open now!

5. Platter Pantry

4.7

Exceptional(153)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Croydon

Booked 6 times today

Visit the unique and cozy Platter Pantry Fromagerie Cafe, nestled in the heart of Croydon. This quaint French inspired venue is a special place to dine with friends, loved ones and family. You will feel as though you have taken a little trip to Paris while sitting and enjoying the stunning fresh high end foods on offer, made with local and imported produce.Whether it be a fabulous Coffee, a freshly made lemonade scone, all day breakfast, a chicken baguette or a fine cheese board, you will feel in heaven when dining here! Come and say hello, we would love to have you!

6. La Perla Bar

4.7

Exceptional(101)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Camberwell

Situated in Camberwell La Perla is a Pizza, Wine & Cocktail restaurant. Serving up classic Italian hospitality, celebrating friendship, dusty records and fun wine. La Perla expresses the traditions of regional Italian cuisine. With a bespoke woodfired oven as the heart of La Perla, our cozy neighbourhood trattoria & bar offers a creative take on Italian dining. We invite you to join us and experience our authentic cuisine & hand picked wines that aim to transport you to the rural landscapes of Italy.Our menu comprises of wine bar classics like cured meats and cheeses, 48 - 96hr hr ferment woodfired pizzas and regional specialties perfect for causal catch-ups or substantial dining.We hope when you arrive as a stranger, you leave as a friend!

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7. Kelly's Bar & Kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(86)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Australian • Olinda

Booked 6 times today

A cozy log cabin with large open fire situated in the heart of the Dandenong’s, Kelly's is the perfect place for any occasion.Whether it's having a nice warm meal in front of the fire or a nice cold beer on a hot summers day. We have a large selection of Australian craft beers on tap and a wonderful wine list to match made up with some amazing local wines.Kelly's is well known for our steaks, burgers and parmas, however we have so many more options to choose from including some vegan and vegetarian options, as well as our wholly home made dessert menu.

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8. The Hills Wine Bar

4.6

Exceptional(190)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Surrey Hills

Booked 7 times today

We are a Pizza and Wine Bar located just a few strides from Surrey Hills Train station, on Union Road. We think that wine should first and foremost be fun, and therefore we look to showcase avant-garde producers who make wine in a fresh and approachable manner - wines that sit perfectly alongside a delicious slice of pizza.

9. Holy Basil Thai

4.9

Exceptional(795)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Thai • Croydon

Booked 8 times today

Holy Basil in Croydon Victoria has a very simple vision, to bring wholesome, delicious and exciting food to the eastern suburbs of Melbourne. Our dream at Holy Basil was to create an exciting diner in the Eastern suburbs where people can relax, come together, have fun and enjoy proper homemade food in a very inclusive environment. We are proud to deliver 100% vegan and Vegetarian options at Holy Basil, use free-range eggs and source only sustainably caught seafood as well as a range of other exciting meals with 95% of the menu being gluten free.At Holy Basil we make our own curry pastes, sauces, desserts, chilli jam, and roti.We happily use gluten free soy and 100% pure fish sauce.We greatly appreciate your support in choosing to dine at Holy Basil. Chefs Duncan Robertson and Julia Robertson look forward to seeing you.

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10. Lang Nuong - Coastal Village

4.6

Exceptional(46)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Springvale

Booked 4 times today

Coastal Gourmet Village - Làng Nướng Duyên Hải (formerly Le Feu Springvale) in Springvale, Melbourne, offers delicious Gluten-free Vietnamese cuisine, perfect for daily dining. Our menu showcases flavors from Saigon, Hanoi, Nha Trang, and beyond, with a variety of hotpots, seafood, pho, noodle soups, and signature rice bowls.New to our menu:Cơm Mâm – Vietnamese Family Combo: A cozy, authentic family-style meal.Bò Tơ – Veal: Served with mắm nêm (anchovy sweet sauce), a bold Mid-Vietnamese specialty, exclusive to Lang Nuong Coastal.With fast service and diverse choices, we’re ready to welcome you—dine in, take away, or cater with us today!

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Rebekah
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great place to eat. The food is good and plentiful. Wait staff are alert and friendly. Great local place!
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Julia'sPrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• Ringwood North
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4.6
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Latinka
London •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jul 17, 2025
Wonderful service, food and atmosphere. Look forward to going again.
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The Peacock DenPrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• The Basin
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4.7
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Denise
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jul 16, 2025
Wonderful venue. Comfortable seating, lovely staff and the food was fantastic Somewhere to return to again.
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Platter PantryPrice: Moderate• Australian• Croydon
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4.7
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Candice
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 5, 2025
I been there 2 times already. Staffs were friendly and good. Foods variety not much but taste good, and good money value. Definitely will go again.
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The Butlers PantryPrice: Moderate• Café• Rowville
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3.5
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Justin
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 1, 2025
Pretty good and fun for all the family. If you want a quiet place to go. Table tennis is free. Bowling is fun!
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Roc's Social - KnoxPrice: Moderate• Australian• Wantirna South
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4.2

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