Dandenong Market

I went to Dandenong market to investigate and purchase turnips. I don’t know why they are hiding in big supper markets. I found many shops selling them. I found two different prices. Prices seem reasonable for all fruits and vegetables. Turnips are good as a snack or cooked. I call them "Gonglu" in my native language, more nutritious than potatoes but as delicious as potatoes in a balanced diet. I was delighted to see the fresh fruits and vegetables the Lord of heavens and earth has created for humanity.

Today was my son’s school holiday, so we decided to visit Dandenong Market since it’s not far from where we live. Compared to another market we love, South Melbourne Market—which feels more like a tourist spot and is always packed with foreign visitors—Dandenong Market seems more like a place for serious shopping. The market is divided into three main sections. The first section sells processed foods like cheese and sausages, as well as specialty stores for flour, various kinds of beans, and an impressive selection of spices. The second section offers fresh produce, including meat, seafood, vegetables, fruits, and even flowers. The third section is dedicated to ready-to-eat food stalls from all around the world, with a strong focus on Asian cuisine, including Korean, Indian, and Middle Eastern food. Most of the people here are locals, and the atmosphere feels very authentic and multicultural. I was particularly interested in the spices, beans, and flour, and I’d love to come back on my own to explore everything in more detail. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a genuine market experience!

You can find big variety of fruits, vegetables meat, fish, nuts, eggs and even flowers and there are many more. Compared to big market players this place offers significantly bargain price. Fresh and Cheap 😊

Do not shop for groceries unless you have first paid a visit to this place if you are close or can drive to this place during the weekends. The prices you have seen even in cheap local stores and shops will be beaten for sure. Specially if you are a seafood lover, you can find fresh and reasonably priced fish in this market. For hookah/shishah lovers, the cheapest tobacco flavours are there too. You can also enjoy the authentic food stalls. We tried Colombian food and loved it.

A place where u can buy all daily needs at reasonable prices fresh vegetables, fruits all types dry fruits fresh meat yummy breakfast and clothes

Went to Dandenong Market on an afternoon. Easy to find and plenty of parking available for free. The market has a lot of fresh vegetables, fresh fruit. Going deeper inside the market there are butchers with fresh cut meats and seafoods, all with different selections. There is a food court area with some places you can eat, not much selection of cuisines here but it's easy and it's there so why not. At the back area there's a warehouse with numerous shops selling other wares such as bags, electronics, clothing etc. A lot of foot traffic and people at the market so it can get loud and overwhelming (if being in large crowds isn't your thing). Easily over 100 shops / stalls. Prices are all cheaper than Coles or Woolworths. Would go back for fresh food!

I can confidently say it’s a gem for anyone who values fresh produce and variety. The first thing that strikes you is the abundance in the fresh meat and seafood hall. Schwarze Seafoods stands out with its impressive selection of seafood options to satisfy every palate. Their cleaning and filleting service on whole fish purchases is incredibly convenient—my tip? Arrive early to get the best picks! The Peanut Market is another highlight, perfect for bulk buying nuts and grains. Their in-house roasting adds an extra layer of flavor, and their homemade cookies are simply delicious—a must-try if you're visiting! For all your spice, oil, and grocery needs, Spice & Grocery (the sister shop) has everything covered. After shopping, the food hall offers a fantastic array of snacks suitable for all taste buds; it's a great way to recharge after exploring. The massive fresh fruit and vegetable section showcases quality products at competitive prices—whether you're looking for small quantities or bulk buy specials, there’s something for everyone. Additionally, the Bazaar features specialty stores ranging from clothing to homewares and jewelry, making it easy to find unique items while you shop. Accessibility is also excellent here; ample parking makes navigating through the market hassle-free. Overall, this market provides not just groceries but an enjoyable shopping experience filled with freshness and variety. Highly recommended!

Negotiate is the name of the game and it’s fun. Honest hardworking people servicing Dandenong and more. Got what I needed. I’ll be back. Parking is a plenty. Timing is everything. Nice market atmosphere.

I really do like these farmers markets, though of course I'm not going to travel all the way down to Dandenong just to visit this particular one. However, I still think these places are pretty cool, especially with the diverse range of produce, and this particular market is definitely no different. Actually, it is larger than some of the others located around Melbourne, and has been divided up between the produce section, and what I can the nik-naks section, though that is generally the case with most of them as well. Yeah, this place is pretty cool.

I travel here twice a week to buy all my fresh produce and visit my fish monger (Schwarze Seafoods). They have the freshest seafood in VIC that I have found. It is cash only, so make sure you go prepared. If you forgot to get cash out prior, there are three ATMs on site. The food at the market boasts; Sri Lankan, Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese, and Turkish cuisine, just to name a few. My favorite on the go lunch is the Turkish falafel, individually sold for .70c each. If you are a fan of hot jam donuts, the ones at this market are outstanding and highly addictive. You can't stop at one! If you are looking for value AND freshness, nothing beats the markets. Aldi is great for value, but food from the growers is next none. Also, you can grab some great deals like an entire box of mangos for $20 or fresh herbs for half the price of Coles and Woolworths. Parking is plentiful, and as of 2016 we haven't had to pay for parking, you just mind the time restrictions posted at the entrance. Open: TUES/FRI/SAT/SUN

I absolutely love shopping here. A few booths sell items at very low prices. I bought some greeting cards for $1.50 each, and I got scarves and gloves for very cheap. For some booths, the prices aren't as low here as they are at nearby thrift stores, but there are many friendly and helpful vendors here. I bought some of the cutest and warmest jumpers (sweaters) for $25 each. Currently the outfit I'm wearing is 75% compiled from clothes I bought from this market. Come during lunch hour and watch a cooking demonstration. At the end, you walk away with delicious fresh free food. They also have a wonderful variety of cuisine from around the world to buy here. On my first trip, I bought Mauritian food, which cost less than $5 for two items. Other than clothes and food, you can find electronic accessories, jewelry, toys, movies, and various other items. I bought my auntie some lovely natural soaps from here. Just make sure you have enough cash before hitting the shopping stalls. Some places will accept cards, but not all. There are a few ATM's in the market if you need to withdraw cash.

Decent market for fresh food. Good prices with varying quality. Pays to do a lap to check out prices and quality of each stall first. Food court in the centre, i had heard great things about the donuts, they were pretty good but im not much of a donut connessoiur. I did enjoy my burger from the grill though, basic burger but yummy burger sauce and a decent bun and pattie and friends raved about their gozleme.

Lets just face it, we have all been confused by the names and kinds of spices those curry recipe's demand from us. Luckily Dandenong market has a lot of merchants who knows and have all the spices any recipe could ever want. There are products in this marketplace representing continents and country's from all over the world such as the Indian subcontinent, Afghan, Russian, Europeans, Asian and African, which is reflective of the environment in which it is located as people from all over the world lives here in this part of Melbourne. There are also the usual, dairy, delicatessen, fresh locally and foreign imported vegetables, and who can have a market without the Gozleme, Kebabs, hot jam donuts and all those other fast foods.

For a market that's only open a few days a week, Dandenong Market sure gathers a lot of consumer attention. It's probably because they're cheap, great value for money, and sell some of the biggest oranges you've ever seen in your entire life. Seriously, one orange was the size of my face. Ridiculous. It's very crowded, but good for a cheap and cheerful weekly food shop. If you're uncomfortable with Dandenong, take a friend (yes, it is a bit of a rough area, and here is no exception). While you're there, try the doughnuts from the doughnut van. There's just something about them - once I was there and overheard someone saying he'd made the trip down especially for them. Be careful in summer, it's a warehouse with no air-conditioning.

One of the cleanest Markets I've ever been to. Honestly!!!....no sticky floor and the whole market had no smell at all!!!! I mean zilch!...Went to the Kiwi shop and got a steak burger that is sandwiched between fried bread! imagine Kiwi burger with beetroot, egg etc...but fried bread is the bun! Very very tasty ....was gonna say best burger I'd ever had but...the Yokum burger from lil abners in Pap is the best . The prices there are outstanding in relation to meat, fish and produce...bought two kilos of pork chops for $16AUD....now that's some cheap swine...and sooooo fresh! Also bought Australian red snapper fillets for raw fish...only $27 a kilo...much firmer and tastes just as good as NZ snapper. By the way...you'd be lucky to get NZ Snapper for under $40NZD a kilo. Is a must visit.

It was only a quick trip this morning on my way into work after my team requested Hot Jam donuts for breakfast. I haven't been to the Dandenon Market in a very long time and definetly never at 8am, it looked great, stands opening up and the fresh fruit and veg was so tempting but, I was on a mission. I had been given strict instructions, and they'd even drawn a little map for me. I was heading in and on the lookout for a purple van with yellow writing that was selling donuts. I spotted it right away (between the souvas and the bureks) and made my way over. Well, there was already a queue at 8am, for donuts?? I now understand why. This is not an ordinary donut van that orders in boxes of pre-made donuts from some giant supplier, these donuts are hand made and the jam is pumped in while you watch, and they are delicious. Next time, I plan to order DOUBLE jam!!

There's a lot to like about markets and this one is no exception. That said, it's not all that different to any other. It's got the same fruit and veg, bric-a-brac, and other stalls that they all have. I wouldn't go out of my way to go here but if you're a local it's worth it.

After many trips to Queen Vic Market I finally made it out to Dandenong market. I felt like I was in a different country or on holiday. I was surprised I had never been to this hustling and bustling complex. As far as ambiance and selection, it's no QVM however the prices are quite a bit cheaper. Filled with locals doing their weekly shop it is quite hectic. I probably won't go there each week but would consider going again for some cheap meat.

Love the wide range of choices here and the attractive prices. Best of all, it isn't hip (yet?), so you can get a cheap park (easily) and not get ripped off. Today they had a new taco stand in the food court area that blew me away. Authentic hand made soft tortilla shells, cooked onsite, with beautifully fresh avocado and salsa that just exploded in the mouth with flavour without burning your lips off. I'm going back for more. My other favourite food here in the food court is the gozleme: lamb and fetta, sliced and dripping in lemon juice. Mmmm. And yes, the maymax donuts, made fresh and dripping in jam are great - if you don't have to count your sugar intake that is. I miss those days!