Best places to eat in Templestowe, Doncaster and surrounds
From woodfired pizzas, xiao long bao soup dumplings to a cafe that’ll win the kids over— these are the best places to eat in Doncaster and Templestowe.
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From wood fired pizzas, indulgent xiao long bao soup dumplings to a cafe that’ll win the kids over, these are the best places to eat and drink in Doncaster and Templestowe, according to Yum Sing House head chef Aiven Lee.
MISS KNEADY EATERY
If you’re looking for a fun place to catch up with family and friends, this is it. It has
delicious wood-fired pizza and pasta, as well as a good selection of cocktails. You can
order all the pizzas with a gluten-free base and sub in vegan cheese if you want.
124 James St, Templestowe
SECOND HOME
This place serves up an awesome brunch — everything from a breakfast super salad to
Italian doughnuts filled with lemon and ricotta. It also has a little retail area showcasing
locally-made gifts and pantry items.
21 Brougham St, Eltham
DUMPLING ALLEY
Who doesn’t love xiao long bao (soup dumplings)? This place has the best in the area,
and does a few different versions: black truffle, crab and pork, and Sichuan. Hard to
go past the originals though.
Westfield Doncaster
SECRET KITCHEN
Everyone I know loves yum cha, but you don’t want to be travelling halfway across the
city for it. This is the best one in our area and has a huge dining area that’s great for
getting a big group together.
Westfield Doncaster
SINO KITCHEN
If you’re a fan of picking your dinner from the tank, this is one for your list. It’s a tucked-
away spot with all the Cantonese favourites and barbecued meat, as well as reasonably-priced live seafood.
Tunstall Square Shopping Centre, Doncaster East
DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE
This cafe has a chill, homely-vibe and is always a winner with the kids. Probably
because they can get crumpets with Nutella sauce or sliders and chips. And house-
made bronuts (brioche doughnuts). Luckily, there’s plenty for grown-ups, too.
8/22 Newmans Rd, Templestowe
Aiven Lee is head chef at Yum Sing House in Melbourne’s CBD. yumsinghouse.com
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