Everything You Need to Know About the New Chadstone Food Court 

Chadstone Shopping Centre is shaking things up with its freshest addition yet—a brand new fresh food precinct set to open at 8:30am on Thursday 27th March—marking a new chapter for the Southern Hemisphere’s largest shopping destination. Sprawling across a massive 26,500 square metres, The Market Pavilion will welcome over 50 of the best market retailers and food vendors under one roof. From grab-and-go staples to gourmet indulgences, this is where convenience meets culinary delight.

Meander through the pavilion and feast your eyes over artisan produce and specialist items available at your convenience. Attached to the Market Pavilion is the Dining Laneway, an enticing all-day dining area offering an array of cuisines from local favourites to exciting international flavours. Whether you’re after a quick bite or a leisurely meal, the Dining Laneway promises something for every palate.

Vendors opening in The Market Pavilion and Dining Laneway include:

• Blakeaway
• Brunetti Oro
• Cannoleria
• Flowers Vasette
• Green Cup Canteen
• Hank’s Bagelry
• Little Sister Bakery
• Master Lanzhou Noodle Bar
• Papa Rich
• Yo-Chi

And many more.

Chadstone is about to raise the stakes. The Market Pavilion isn’t just a food precinct—it’s an experience. A sensory playground where premium vendors, fresh produce, and curated gourmet delights meet the city’s most stylish shoppers.

At its core? The Food Concierge—a game-changer offering personalised grocery shopping, refrigeration storage (so you can keep browsing), and AI-generated recipe inspiration for when you need a little culinary spark. With dedicated premium parking and a two-hour Fresh Food zone, getting in and out is effortless.

Then there’s The Kitchen—an interactive space where you can watch, learn, and taste the best of what the Pavilion has to offer. Think chef-led masterclasses, vendor showcases, and exclusive tastings. And to mark the occasion of the Pavilion’s opening, some of your favourite chefs will be popping up and hosting live cooking demonstrations highlighting seasonal produce available to shop just metres away! Julia Ostro will kick things off on Thursday, followed by pop-ups from chefs including Lucy Rosenberg, Christian Petracca, Courtney Roulston, Khanh Ong, and many more over the next couple of weeks.

But Chadstone’s transformation doesn’t stop there. Towering above the action is One Middle Road, a nine-story office hub designed for the future—complete with a Sky Garden, a business lounge, and first-class facilities that make work feel just a little more luxe. A brand-new covered parking level atop Car Park C ensures convenience stays top of mind.

This ambitious expansion marks a defining moment for Chadstone. No longer just The Fashion Capital, Chadstone will be known simply as Chadstone—a destination that blends shopping, dining, work, and lifestyle seamlessly under one extraordinary roof.

Opening 27th March, 8:30am

1341 Dandenong Road, Malvern East

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Writer

Alyssa Forato

27 March 2025

Alyssa is based in Melbourne. After completing a Bachelor in Professional Communications (Journalism) at RMIT in 2023, she transitioned from marketing to journalism, channelling her love of storytelling into content spanning food and drink, culture and travel and lifestyle. Her work has also been featured in Harper’s BAZAAR Australia, Mamamia!, Fashion Journal, Broadsheet, and est living. When she’s not tracking the latest happenings around Melbourne, you’ll find her scouring Depop for a bargain or breaking a sweat at a Pilates class.