Restaurant
Eltham Social
1/70 Commercial Pl, Eltham VIC 3095, Australia
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1/70 Commercial Pl, Eltham VIC 3095, Australia
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Eltham Social solves the family dining puzzle with wood-fired pizzas, craft taps, and a dedicated playroom right in view. Parents settle in for crisp pints and garlic slices while children stay happily occupied just paces away. Neighborhood regulars drop in for post-outflow pints, live weekend comedy, or casual milestone bashes with dance-ready floor space. Expect quick-firing pies from the oven—from roasted pumpkin to bubbling cheese—paired with an easy pour from the bar taps.
- Dedicated Play Area: A dedicated indoor play space sits steps from dining tables for effortless supervision.
- Event & Function Space: Hosts private parties, comedy shows, and live music with dedicated staging and audio.
- Wood-Fired Pizza & Taps: Pours a rotating selection alongside quick-fired pumpkin, mushroom, and garlic pies.
What's On at Eltham Social
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Guests Choose Eltham Social
From effortless family dinners with dedicated kids play spaces to memorable private celebrations and relaxed neighborhood drinks.
Dedicated Kids Play Area With Table Supervision
A dedicated children's playroom and play space with dining tables positioned directly nearby lets parents enjoy wood-fired pizza and coffee while keeping kids safely occupied within sight.
Play area for the kids and tables nearby for easy supervision.
Charlie Ly Adaptable Function Room for Parties and Dancing
The multipurpose event and function room easily accommodates large parties and private events, transforming smoothly into a dance space with quality sound.
The function room fitted 40 very well. The staff were incredible, special thanks to Jason, Larni and Mackenzie for your attentiveness and friendliness. After dinner, the room served as a dance area with great audio.
Lee-Anne Louey Relaxed Dining and Coffee While Kids Stay Entertained
Parents get genuine peace of mind knowing the little ones are happily occupied, allowing them to relax and finish their meals without feeling rushed.
This mumma could actually finish my food and drink coffee because the little ones were entertained.
Brittany lock Stress-Free Milestone Celebrations and Host Reassurance
Event organizers experience complete reassurance thanks to hands-on coordination and supportive planning from staff throughout major milestone celebrations.
From the moment we booked, Jason and the entire team were incredibly helpful and accommodating. The venue itself is beautiful, creating a perfect atmosphere for our celebration.
Judy Stathopoulos Seamless Group Hosting With Effortless Acclaim
Accommodating event staff manage group tabs, catering packages, and family layouts seamlessly, making hosts look fantastic to their gathering of guests.
Still getting messages from friends and family saying I really know how to put on a shin-dig but honestly, I did sweet little. The team at Missing Gorilla will not disappoint.
Rochelle Pitts A Welcoming Local Hub for Gatherings and Drinks
A welcoming community hub that serves as a dependable neighborhood gathering spot for casual drinks, wood-fired meals, and good conversation.
Very enjoyable venue and quickly becoming our go-to local for a couple of drinks.
Rachel Stewart
Most popular items
Guest favorites and signature dishes from our wood-fired oven and kitchen
Wood fire pizza
Wood fire pizza was delicious
Charlie Ly Wood fired pumpkin pizza
Wood fired pumpkin pizza was magnificent
Greg Jones Chicken Parma
Chicken Parma always a hit.
George Stavrakis - Harcourts Rata & Co Mushroom pizza
The mushroom pizza is delicious!
Nicko Hancock
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful touches and attentive hosting details that enhance family outings and celebrations.
Line-of-Sight Play Supervision
Tables are purposefully arranged directly adjacent to the dedicated kids play setup, allowing parents to supervise little ones effortlessly while finishing meals and hot drinks in peace.
Hands-On Owner & Management Hospitality
The owner and manager regularly circulate through the dining floor to personally welcome guests, chat, and check in on family dining comfort.
Attentive Event Tab & Package Coordination
Function planners provide flexible assistance with package adjustments and keep hosts updated in real time on party bar tabs throughout the event.
Post-Dinner Dance Floor & Audio Transition
Event rooms transition smoothly after dinner into active dance spaces equipped with dedicated audio setups for private milestone celebrations.
Before you head over
Helpful advice for family dining, table reservations, and menu selections at Eltham Social
Request play area seating
Request a table near the playroom when booking so you have direct sightlines while your kids play happily nearby.
Book tables in advance
Reserve your table in advance as the venue fills up quickly during peak evening dinner services and busy weekend family sessions.
Dietary-friendly pizza options
Gluten-free diners and vegetarians can find dedicated options, with gluten-free crusts and vegetarian pizzas available on the menu.
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