Camberwell is not just for the avid thrifters who go trawling through the Sunday Market each week—it’s a foodie haven. Consider her the quieter older sister of the neighbouring Hawthorn; a bit less of a nightlife buzz, but a bit more urbanity.
From slick Italian joints slinging woodfired pizzas to hidden gems serving up soul-warming Korean, Camberwell is punching well above its weight with eateries that will please even the refined epicureans out there. So we've scoured the restaurants in Camberwell, and pooled together our top picks.
Camberwell Restaurants At A Glance
- Jump To Best Camberwell Restaurants For Date Nights
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- Jump To Best Cheap & Cheerful Camberwell Restaurants
- Jump To Our Fave Classic Camberwell Restaurants
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Without further ado, here are the best restaurants Camberwell has to offer in 2025 according to Urban List:
Best Camberwell Restaurants For Date & Mate Nights
Whether you're on the hunt for a joint that will impress a first date or catching up with your favourite people, these joints have the perfect atmosphere for a memorable (& delicious) night out:
La Perla
625 Camberwell Road, Camberwell
La Perla, Camberwell’s charming trattoria has been gaining traction in Camberwell’s quiet neighbourhood since its debut back in 2021. The Italian-inspired restaurant, which prides itself in woodfired pizzas, cocktails, vino, and good tunes transports you to a homely Italian sojourn.
La Perla embraces an Italian mindset — simplicity, quality produce and great company— which is reflected in its carefully curated menu that pays homage to Italian pizza classics such as its Proscuitto, sugo and buffalo mozzarella pizza while experimenting with unique flavours in its dessert menu with silky vanilla panna cotta with burnt orange syrup, ultimately allowing you to experience the realm of la dolce vita.
Greenhart Camberwell
1226 Toorak Road, Camberwell
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From European-leaning wine bar to modern Asian restaurant, Greenhart had a glow up last year, and we’re loving this new era. Benjamin Ruan (from Benjamin’s Kitchen in Alphington) took over the joint and transformed the menu to reflect his Cantonese heritage. The result is fresh, flavourful and punchy.
Greenhart’s menu has three categories: small plates, noodles and grains, and share dishes. Benjamin’s Green Curry Chicken is a bright and original take on the usual green curry that’s well worth investigating. The burnt butter scallops and prawn toast are also delish. The interior will have you chasing some happy snaps, with gorg framed artworks, light green walls and warm lighting.
Franco-Belge
9 Evans Place, Hawthorn East
On the little restaurant strip between Rivoli Cinema and the big carpark behind Burke Road is French-Belgian bistro, Franco-Belge. The place is wall to wall white tablecloths, smooth jazz and dark timber bar stools. It smells of garlic and steak and the slosh of good red wine in the pan. Franco-Belge is the brainchild of a hospo quartet: husband and wife team Fred and Angela Gabriels, plus Sebastien Cigalon and Michelle Oxnam.
“The menu is mostly French,” says Belgian-born Fred, “but with a Belgian influence. These cuisines are very seasonal, very regional. The food often crosses the border.”
For the real Franco-Belge experience, try the Moules Frites. This is Belgian cooking at its best: a big bowl of steaming mussels, cooked natural, Provencal-style, with white wine and cream, or slathered in Blue Cheese Sauce, plus a side of fries.
Best Camberwell Restaurants For Casual Dining
For those nights when you want top-tier food without the fuss, these casual diners are your go-to for a relaxed and tasty feed:
Miss Korea Kitchen
845 Burke Road, Camberwell
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With a focus on fresh ingredients and a modern spin on classic Korean dishes, Miss Korea Kitchen is definitely up there as one of the best restaurants in Camberwell. Inside the cosily lit space, you’ll find dishes such as their stone bowl Bibimbap with your choice of protein, with everything from pork belly to mock meat. Their ginseng chicken soup is sure to warm the soul, as is their cheese Buldak, a fiery hot chicken dish topped with cheese. They also don’t shy away from their Korean alcohol, so pour out some Makgeolli.
Gracie Greco
536 Riversdale Road, Camberwell
Born from a shared passion for food, Gracie Greco is a family-run Greek taverna that's well worth the visit. You'll find the grandparents in the kitchen cooking up a storm, while the two sons run the beautiful bar and front of house.
To start your meal, choose from dishes like saganaki, taramosalata, and grilled halloumi (which is legit drool-worthy, lathered in honey and toasted sesame seeds). Entrees involve chargrilled octopus and spanakopita. Mains include Greek favourites like moussaka, pasticcio and gemista. And for dessert, you absolutely have to try loukoumades (Greek doughnuts). Or you can sample the baklava or galaktoboureko. The banquets are great value if you want to take the decision-making out of your dining experience.
Afghan Village Restaurant
923 Burke Road, Camberwell
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Serving up Northern Afghan food, Afghan Village is all about using traditional recipes to create exceptional food. Make sure to try the Bourani Kachaloo, pan-fried potato with tomato sauce and yoghurt, as well as a classic restaurant-style chicken Kebab. They also have a huge selection of plant-based mains too, so no one’s going hungry here. With a cozy, intimate interior and some stellar eats, as far as restaurants in Camberwell go, this is surely one of the best.
Best Cheap & Cheerful Restaurants In Camberwell
Good food doesn't have to break the bank. Here are the spots that are big on flavour but easy on the wallet:
Deco Pizza Bar
211 Camberwell Road, Hawthorn East
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Deco Pizza Bar is a laid back eatery directly across from the Rivoli Cinema (say hello to the easiest dinner & movie date you could imagine). Open from 11:30am until late every day, this local is the reliable go-to every pizza lover requires. Wrap your hands around the lunch special which includes a pizza and glass of wine or beer for $19. Or pop in between 4 to 6pm for a pre-movie happy hour tipple when you can grab a schooner or wine for $6. It’d be rude not to.
Camberwell Curry House
509 Riversdale Road, Camberwell
If you’re in the market for the best Indian and Nepalese restaurant in Camberwell, you can’t go past this joint. There’s nothing not to like at Camberwell Curry House: it’s honest flavour-packed Indian & Nepalese food in a busy, ambient eatery with great service.
Mains come in at around $24 for meat (think mango chicken, goat vindaloo, lamb rogan josh, beef saag, and so on). Vegetarian mains will cost you a very reasonable $19 and include favourites like palak paneer, chana masala, and malai kofta. The set menu will set you back $69 for two people — you really can’t argue with that.
Shuu
724 Burke Road, Camberwell
This humble family-run Korean and Japanese restaurant in Camberwell is heavy on the yums and light on the bank account. Just around the corner from Camberwell train station, it’s hard to walk past Shuu and not duck in for a bite.
On the menu are regular chef’s specials, ramen, kimchi stew, bibimbap and more. But favourites include the Rosé Cream Udon which consists of chewy udon noodles coated in rich, creamy rosé sauce and topped with an egg. Or the Spicy Onion Jokbal set which includes sliced pork hock with spicy onions served with dwinjang jjigae, rice, ssam, and side dishes. Grab one of their lunch specials for a very budget-friendly $13 from 11am to 3pm.
Our Fave Classic Camberwell Restaurants
These are the tried-and-true institutions of Camberwell. They've stood the test of time for a reason, consistently delivering on quality and service:
Boss Pizzeria
25 Cookson Street, Camberwell
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Napoli-style pizza, right in the middle of Camberwell, you can’t ask for much more. Although the exterior of Boss Pizzeria may seem pint-sized, their pizzas pack a punch. All their dough is risen for 48 hours, then cooked in a 400°C woodfire oven, so you know you’re getting that fire-infused authentic flavour. You can’t go wrong with their Margherita, or The Boss, which has Prosciutto San Daniele and rocket, as well as Mascarpone and Parmigiano. Their Italian-style doughnuts are also not to be missed. This Camberwell pizza restaurant is the best of the best.
Haiku
1161 Toorak Road, Camberwell
Although previously a Japanese-inspired brunch destination for the eastside, Haiku is also open for dinner from Thursday to Saturday. This is an eating experience you don't want to miss. They dim it down at night to their Izakaya-style menu, aptly changing their name to Haiku Kuro (kuro meaning black). Get the chef's selection for $70 per person. The traditional Japanese cuisine mixed with the breezy vibes is a winning combo, making it one of the best restaurants in Camberwell.
Fiorelli Restaurant
209 Camberwell Road, Hawthorn East
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Opposite the Rivoli Theatre, Fiorelli has called Camberwell home since 1991 and neither the menu nor service has changed much since then. Both still get big ticks from us. To eat, the wild Australian garlic prawns and spring bay mussels are *chefs kiss*. The spaghetti marinara is another star. But it’s not all about seafood at Fiorelli. Homemade gnocchi and pumpkin risotto are solid vegetarian options. Finish it off with the tiramisu or hot chocolate soufflé.
Image credit: Reiji Honour /Haiku (supplied) / Prohibition (Lewis McQueen)
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