The Lilydale International

4.3 (22)

$40 and under

Australian

471 Maroondah Hwy, Lilydale, AU-VIC 3140

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The Lilydale International

4.3

$40 and under

Australian

Lilydale

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2 people

Nov 7, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

Good for groups
Kid-friendly
Neighborhood gem

We are a large family friendly bistro located in Lilydale, the gateway to the Yarra Valley.

Our open bistro dining area is split into three sections, with a large kids play area at one end and a more intimate bar dining area at the opposite end.

Whether you're booking a table for an intimate night out or a family catch up, we cater to all.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Australian, Asian, Bistro
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(03) 9735 0555
Website
https://www.thelilydaleinternational.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Our bistro provides an extensive menu and a wide variety of weekly specials

Location
471 Maroondah Hwy, Lilydale, AU-VIC 3140
Neighborhood
Lilydale
Parking details
Undercover
Public transit
Bus stop out the front of venue
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Takeout, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at The Lilydale International.

4.3

(22)

3.9Food
4.2Service
4.2Ambience
4.1Value

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22 Reviews

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Helen
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was excellent. The kids loved the play area and I was surprised all the video games were free.
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Scott
Melbourne2 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 24, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff are always friendly and helpful. The food is always good I go there all the time never had any issues with the food
The Lilydale InternationalResponded on August 31, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to review our Venue. We really appreciate your business and feedback. Hope to see you again soon!
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Anita
Victoria2 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 5, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I was in a party of 5 we all enjoyed our experience. Service and food was amazing
The Lilydale InternationalResponded on July 20, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to review our Venue. We really appreciate your business and feedback. Hope to see you again soon!
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Clinton
Victoria4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 13, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Haven’t been to international for a few months now, but went back last night and everything was great. Happy to go back again..
The Lilydale InternationalResponded on July 20, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to review our Venue. We really appreciate your business and feedback. Hope to see you again soon!
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Ben
Melbourne3 reviews
2.0
Dined on May 10, 2026
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Service good. Staff friendly enough though seemed like they were ready to leave. Food met bistro expectations nothing more. Ordered two bowls of chips both came out (seperate occassions) barely warm and looked like bottom of tray scraps for most part.
The Lilydale InternationalResponded on May 13, 2026
Hi Ben, thank you for your feedback. We're pleased to hear the service was friendly, however we're disappointed to hear the food didn't meet expectations during your visit. There's certainly no excuse for chips being served less than fresh and hot, and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We'll be following this up with our kitchen team to ensure better consistency moving forward. We do hope you'll consider giving us another try in the future.
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Colin
Melbourne4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 9, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great family friendly restaurant, with great selection of meals (including extensive seniors meals) at very reasonable prices. Also has entertainment for children; a bar; and fantastic prompt and pleasant staff team. I definitely recommend this venue for a very pleasing meal out!
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Anita
Victoria2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 5, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely love it at Lilydale international. Staff are wonderful and the service is fantastic
The Lilydale InternationalResponded on July 20, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to review our Venue. We really appreciate your business and feedback. Hope to see you again soon!
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Robin
Melbourne1 review
2.0
Dined on March 30, 2026
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Food quality and serving size have dropped in recent times. Deserts are very mediocre, becoming more like a dining room at an aged care facility.
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Wilma
Victoria2 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 12, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Normally the food is excellent, I go here every now and then. But last night I ordered a lasagna (seniors) and it was disgustingly small. For $19.00 It was a joke. I said to the waitress who brought it to me about the size and she said it was normal. I received more chips than lasagna, I kid you not it was bite size, a child would eat it in one handful. I was disgusted and they weren’t interested in giving me any more. Warning don’t order lasagna.
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dianne
Victoria3 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 12, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
We were a table of eight celebrating a birthday. Our food was very ordinary; the gnocchi was hard and the carbonara sauce was sludge. Ordered a medium steak on specials board $46 it arrived overcooked and with chips and a mix of overcooked veggies. Seniors' seafood basket, low quality frozen items, not really pleasant. We had to ask for our table to be cleared after eating also. Young man at the register very good. Have eaten here before and it's been ok but on this occasion it was poor
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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Australian, Asian, Bistro
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(03) 9735 0555
Website
https://www.thelilydaleinternational.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Our bistro provides an extensive menu and a wide variety of weekly specials

Location
471 Maroondah Hwy, Lilydale, AU-VIC 3140
Neighborhood
Lilydale
Parking details
Undercover
Public transit
Bus stop out the front of venue
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Takeout, Wine

FAQs

Yes, The Lilydale International is family-friendly, with a large kids' play area, staff who frequently go out of their way for children, and many guests recommending it for kids’ birthday parties and family meals.

The Lilydale International feels like a bustling, family‑friendly bistro, its open dining room is split into three sections with a large kids' play area at one end and a more intimate bar dining area at the other, and guests frequently praise the friendly, attentive staff.

Yes, The Lilydale International says it caters to an intimate night out, and guests note the bar dining area is a quieter, more intimate spot for a special evening.

Casual dress is the guide at The Lilydale International, comfortable, everyday clothes are entirely appropriate.

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The Lilydale International

4.3

$40 and under

Australian

Lilydale

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2 people

Nov 7, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

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