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The Best Restaurants in Albury Wodonga for a Regional Feast
A family-favourite holiday spot on the Murray River, check out our guide to the best restaurants in Albury Wodonga to stay well fed on your next weekend getaway.
Halfway between Melbourne, Canberra, and Sydney, the twin towns of Albury and Wodonga have become an irresistible stop on any great Australian road trip. Once known mainly as a pit stop, this border region has quietly evolved into a genuine food destination fuelled by local produce, premium meat and dairy, and chefs who’ve returned home to cook what they know best.
From polished fine dining to cosy neighbourhood gems, these Albury Wodonga restaurants serve exactly what travellers crave: comfort, craft and a true taste of regional excellence.
Thai Puka
After more than twenty years satisfying Albury’s craving for heat, Thai Puka has a fresh address near AMP Lane — and it’s never looked or tasted better. The new space glows with warmth and the aroma of lemongrass, lime and chilli. Begin with delicate rice paper rolls before diving into green chicken curry, red duck curry, or a fiery glass noodle salad with king prawn and minced chicken. The larb gai delivers a perfect kick, the Pad Thai sings, and every bite tastes like home — Albury’s favourite, just with a brighter glow.
3/557 Dean Street, Albury
SEN
On Olive Street, SEN brings Vietnamese dining to new heights — elegant, fragrant and deeply considered. Chef Ninh Tran weaves tradition with modern artistry, from soft-shell crab glazed in tamarind to turmeric-spiced Murray cod and slow-braised pork belly that melts at first touch. The room glows in golden light, the pace unhurried, the flavours balanced with quiet precision. And for the final act: pineapple flambé, theatrical and sublime.
467 Olive Street, Albury
Mamma Mia Italian Kitchen
Bringing a slice of Italy to East Albury, Mamma Mia Italian Kitchen is the creation of Alessandro Destri and Serena McGuffie — and it’s as authentic as they come. The Cinque Terre–inspired dining room sets the mood for handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza and desserts that feel straight from Nonna’s kitchen. Start with a caprese salad or truffle arancini, share a Margherita or seafood linguine, and finish with cannoli or Nutella pannacotta. Warm, generous and full of soul, Mamma Mia is Italian dining made with heart — and plenty of quality olive oil.
634 Electra Street, East Albury
DUX
Raising the bar for dining in Albury, DUX balances polish with personality. The mood is refined yet relaxed, pairing curated wines and clever cocktails with a menu that lets local produce shine. Begin with house-baked focaccia, whitebait frito with sumac and chilli jam, and leek and smoked queso croquettes with black garlic aioli. Follow with half chicken dressed in fennel and green salsa or market fish layered with potatoes, capers, broad beans and saltbush. Finish strong with a Belgian chocolate tart or a perfectly composed cheese plate. Elegant, assured and effortlessly current, DUX has become Albury’s most coveted table.
466 Dean Street, Albury
Aida
Named after owner Sarah’s mother, who taught her and her siblings that food is a connection tool between people, Aida is the charming, light-filled spot in the heart of Albury. Head in for mezze-style Mediterranean plates from the land and sea that are colourful, flavoursome and fun. From fig saganaki and hummus served with lamb mince and pine nuts to skewers, whole grilled prawns, and large platters perfect for a family feast, you truly can’t put a foot wrong when deciding what to order here.
Sitchu Tip: Try the pavlova martini, for a little celebratory Australian touch. It’s so good!
498 Dean Street, Albury
Frankies
In West Albury, Frankies has rewritten the rulebook on comfort food. Mornings bring buttery croissants and good coffee; by midday, the scent of seared patties and slow-cooked brisket fills the air. The menu moves effortlessly from delicate patisserie to unashamedly messy burgers, all made with craft and care. A sticky date croissant might start your day, a loaded fry might end it — and somewhere between, you’ll realise Frankies is simply joy, served warm.
836 Padman Drive, West Albury
Yardbird
Turning up the heat in Albury’s dining scene, Yardbird brings fire, finesse and a touch of European flair. Chef Simon Arkless works the Spanish Mibrasa grill like poetry, coaxing local ingredients into dishes that feel both classic and new — from scotch fillet with Café de Paris butter to ricotta and eggplant agnolotti worth crossing the border for. The wine list is deep, the mood polished yet relaxed, and the glow of the open flame sets the tone for something quietly unforgettable.
493 Townsend Street, Albury
Din Dins
A neon-lit homage to flavour, Din Dins is Albury’s go-to for share plates that actually deserve to be shared. The menu bounces from pillowy bao buns stuffed with karaage chicken or crispy pork belly to punchy Peking duck crepes and gyoza that disappear too fast. Cocktails are fun, flirty and dangerously drinkable — the lychee martini has a fan club of its own. Bring your favourites, order a bit of everything, and let the good times roll, chopstick-style.
450 Townsend Street, Albury
Astor Hotel
Off the back of a multi-million-dollar glow-up, The Astor Hotel is Albury’s retro-cool heartthrob — all neon, palms and polished pub energy. The menu leans nostalgic in the best way, with next-level schnitzels, stacked burgers and share plates that pair perfectly with craft beer or a cheeky cocktail (the Pink Marshmallow S’more is pure joy). Outside, the beer garden hums; inside, mid-century motel style meets laid-back country elegance. Come for lunch, stay for sundowners — this is Albury’s ultimate blend of style, flavour and fun.
641 Young St, Albury
Canvas Eatery
At the back of the Murray Art Museum Albury, Canvas Eatery brings art and appetite together in one bright, welcoming space. The menu celebrates modern Australian flavours with local flair — smoked lamb ribs, seared halloumi salad, and crisp fried chicken buns among the favourites. Mornings call for coffee and brunch, afternoons unfold with wood-fired pizzas and regional wines. With its leafy terrace and relaxed atmosphere, Canvas is an easy choice for good food, good company, and a taste of Albury at its best.
546 Dean Street, Albury
HAPI
In a town where dumplings weren’t always on the menu, HAPI has changed the game. This slick Dean Street spot brings modern Asian fusion with a side of swagger — crisp pork belly bao, chicken and prawn dumplings bursting with flavour, shiitake and tofu parcels that go perfectly with an icy beer. The vibe? Neon, fun, and deliciously unpretentious. Stay for ceviche, finish with caramel-miso apple dumplings, and roll out blissfully full. HAPI isn’t just a name — it’s the whole mood.
465C Dean Street, Albury
Norma
In Albury’s leafy heart, Norma is a neighbourhood wine and pasta bar that makes date night feel effortlessly chic. The room glows with soft light and clinking glasses, while handmade semolina pasta steals the show, the likes of rigatoni with pork sausage and saffron pecorino, polenta chips with oregano mayo… and just enough wine to stretch the evening. Warm, generous and quietly refined, Norma is where simple pleasures meet serious flavour — a little slice of Italy on the border.
500 Guinea Street, Albury
Miss Amelie
Founded by chef David Kapay, who honed his craft under Jamie Oliver and Gordon Ramsay before returning home, Miss Amelie is Wodonga’s fine-dining star. Housed within the town’s beautifully restored former railway station, it blends old-world romance with modern polish. Diners choose from two-, three- or six-course menus featuring oysters, seared scallops, Murray eye fillet and exquisite desserts — each plate precise, elegant and deeply satisfying.
Refined yet welcoming, Miss Amelie turns every service into a celebration of regional produce, creativity and contemporary Australian dining.
Station Building, 46 Elgin Boulevard
The River Deck
Set on the banks of the Murray River, The River Deck embodies Albury’s relaxed elegance and passion for local flavour. This light-filled restaurant makes the most of its riverside setting, offering modern Australian dishes that showcase seasonal produce and regional craft. Fresh, balanced plates meet easy-going hospitality, all served with a view framed by gums and water. Open for breakfast and lunch, it’s a place where good food, local wine and the Murray’s quiet beauty come together in perfect harmony.
48 Noreuil Parade, Albury
La Maison Restaurant
La Maison seamlessly combines heritage and modernity. Serving up bold and modern flavours, the restaurant can be found in the historic Customs House. Taken over by a husband and wife duo in 2007, the restaurant has become a local favourite with dishes such as their house potato gnocchi, the slow-braised beef cheeks, and the succulent crackling pork belly on high rotation.
40 Lincoln Causeway, Wodonga
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