Best Pizza in Balwyn — 2026 Guide

Balwyn has a pizza scene that punches well above what you’d expect. The suburb runs established, leafy, well-maintained — and the food reflects it. We’ve eaten at every pizza spot in the area and these are the ones worth your time and money.

Expect to pay $35-55 per person for a proper sit-down meal. The cheaper end gets you wood-fired, the higher end gets you Neapolitan done properly.

Our Top Picks

1. The Sunny Larder — 380 Elm Terrace

Hours: Mon-Sat 12pm-3pm + 5:30pm-10:30pm Price: $16-36 per person

The Sunny Larder is the benchmark for pizza in Balwyn. The New York-style slice is what most people order, and for good reason — it’s consistently excellent. The margherita is the other standout, done with genuine care rather than the paint-by-numbers approach you get at chain spots.

The room seats about 45 and fills on Friday and Saturday nights. Midweek you’ll walk straight in. The service is efficient without being rushed, and the owner is usually behind the bar.

Order this: The sourdough base ($16) as a main, plus truffle mushroom to share. Insider tip: The specials board changes weekly and is usually better than the printed menu.

2. The Golden Cellar — 318 Elm Terrace

Hours: Wed-Sun 5:30pm-11pm Price: $15-23 per person

This is the locals’ pick — less polished than The Sunny Larder but arguably more flavour per dollar. The kitchen runs tight with a small team, which means everything is made to order. The Neapolitan here has a depth that comes from doing the same dish three hundred times until it’s muscle memory.

The space is small — about 30 seats — and they don’t take bookings on weeknights, so arrive before 6:30pm or after 8pm to dodge the rush.

Best dish: The wood-fired ($15). Simple, executed perfectly. Pro tip: BYO wine on Tuesdays ($5 corkage).

3. Rex’s — 77 Maple Grove

Hours: Tue-Sat 12pm-3pm + 5:30pm-11pm Price: $24-32 per person

Rex’s opened in late 2025 and has already built a following. The menu is short — eight dishes — which is usually a good sign. Everything on it is considered. The margherita ($25) is the dish that gets photographed most, but the truffle mushroom ($26) is the one regulars order.

When to go: Sunday lunch is the sweet spot. Same food, half the crowd.

4. Max — 275 Elm Terrace

Hours: Tue-Sat 12pm-3pm + 5:30pm-10:30pm Price: $24-44 per person

The takeaway option on this list. Max doesn’t have table service — you order at the counter and either take it home or eat at the three outdoor tables. The quality-to-price ratio is the best in Balwyn. The New York-style slice ($24) is the standout.

5. Vera’s — 102 Maple Grove

Hours: Tue-Sat 12pm-3pm + 5:30pm-10pm Price: $19-33 per person

A solid all-rounder. Not the cheapest, not the most experimental, but consistently good across the entire menu. The Neapolitan ($25) and the wood-fired ($24) are both worth ordering. The wine list is surprisingly thoughtful for a pizza place.

Quick Comparison

Pizza Price Guide — Balwyn

Before You Go

Best time to visit: Weeknight dinners (Tue-Thu) for no wait. Friday and Saturday — book 3-5 days ahead for the top two spots.

Parking: Street parking along Market Grove is metered until 6:30pm. Side streets are usually 2-hour. After 6:30pm, most are free. Best option: Public transport options in Balwyn.

Dietary: Every restaurant listed handles vegetarian requests. Vegan and gluten-free: call ahead to confirm, but most are accommodating.

Delivery: Max and The Sunny Larder are on Uber Eats and DoorDash. For better quality, order directly — delivery platforms compress your food in those bags and charge restaurants 30%.

Nearby Guides

• Richmond Pizza
• Hawthorn Pizza
• Balwyn Cheap Eats — when budget matters
• Balwyn Bars — post-dinner drinks
• All Balwyn Guides

Last updated: March 2026

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