From Gourmet Produce to Unrivalled Progressive Feasts, Sydney’s Newest Food & Dining Precinct is Doing it All

We’ve partnered with Chatswood Chase to showcase how their newly transformed Fresh Food & Dining Precinct is redefining premium culinary and shopping experiences on Sydney’s North Shore.

There’s no doubt about it—Sydneysiders are food-obsessed. From elaborate weekend brunches to food festivals and markets, our appetite for premium culinary experiences is insatiable. The ever-evolving food scene is constantly delivering new and elevated offerings, including the newly revamped Chatswood Chase.

Currently undergoing a $600 million transformation (with Ground Level and Level 2 expected to be completed late 2025), this beloved North Shore icon has evolved into one of Sydney’s most elevated lifestyle destinations — where food, fashion, and culture collide in the best way possible. And at the heart of this transformation? The stunning new Fresh Food & Dining Precinct, located on the lower ground floor, is putting Chatswood firmly on the map as a go-to for gourmands and shoppers alike.

Pop by for a snack to fuel you between boutiques, settle in for an exciting progressive meal (from Sydney’s cult-favourite pasta bar to viral global desserts) or restock your pantry with artisanal fare for your next dinner party. More than merely a market or food hall, Chatswood Chase’s fresh food and dining precinct is a destination in its own right and deserves a place on your weekend rotation.

Elevated Essentials

Say goodbye to boring supermarkets and soak up the luxurious atmosphere of the lower ground precinct, a thoughtfully curated culinary hub where every detail has been designed with quality, convenience and experience in mind. Think artisanal fare and restaurant-quality bites without the need for a booking (because any Sydney foodie knows, this is gold).

First stop, LoSurdos, for everything fresh. For those who love to cook (or simply love to eat well), this is your weekly shop—elevated. Organic produce meets specialty deli items, international goods, and freshly baked artisan breads. The quality of a farmer’s market, yet the convenience of a store.

Next, make your way to Quattro Deli, a traditional Italian grocer bursting at the seams with antipasti, peppery salamis, aged cheeses and the finest imported olive oils. From there, continue on to Astakos Fish Market for premium seafood, from just-shucked oysters to delicately filleted sashimi. And for the meat course? It’s off to Vic’s – The Chef’s Butcher. This inner-city fave is renowned for some of the finest selections of meats in Australia, now bringing its range of exceptional cuts (hello, wagyu and dry-aged meats) as well as everyday essentials to Sydney’s north.

A Progressive Feast

Once you’ve worked up a hunger shopping, it’s time to treat yourself to one of the precinct’s premium culinary selections. Whether you’re looking for somewhere to satisfy each one of your (ahem) fussy pals, or you just fancy sampling your way through some of Sydney’s best foodie offerings all in one place, Chatswood Chase will fast become your new go-to. Consider this your passport to a global food crawl with an offering so diverse, any craving can easily be satisfied — all in one convenient location.

Fancy Italian? Head to Fabbrica for house-made pasta on the go. Sample their cult-favourite dishes from zucchini flowers with ricotta and hot honey to cacio e pepe and mafaldine with prawns and nduja here. Pair your pasta with a crisp drop from their curated wine list, and you’ve got a top-tier situation on your hands.

Craving something with a touch more spice? Pop by Al Aseel for family-style Lebanese cuisine that never misses. Feast on smoky baba ganoush, falafel, hummus and mouthwatering chicken. Whatever you do, don’t miss the Batata Bi Kizbara, twice-cooked crispy potato with garlic and chilli oil and fresh coriander.

Still hungry for more? Move from zesty Thai eatery Abb Air’s Lard na noodles with crispy egg noodle ball to a fragrant bowl of beef rice noodle soup at La Viet. Or move along to something sweet with some hot, gooey cookies at ButterBoy, loaded frozen yoghurt from Freo, fluffy fruit-stuffed sandwiches from Sandoitchi. Or make a stop at the TikTok-famous Dragon Pastry, where flaky, delicate Chinese pastries are the sweet ending you didn’t know you needed.

Your New Dawn-to-Dusk Culinary Destination

Feeling hungry? We bet! While the Fresh Food & Dining Precinct is a standout, it’s just the beginning of what Chatswood Chase has to offer. This major redevelopment is setting the tone for a new era on the North Shore — bringing together the best in fashion, elevated food experiences, and premium everyday essentials all under one roof.

And the experience doesn’t end when the sun goes down. With many of the dining retailers open for dinner, and convenient evening access to Coles and Kmart, Chatswood Chase is fast becoming a go-to destination for after-hours visits. From busy parents juggling school pick-ups and in need of those last minute essentials, or anyone simply trying to find the time to fit in errands after a busy work day, you can drop by for a relaxing bite to eat, top up your groceries, or tick off your to-do list — all in one convenient, beautifully designed location.

With more exciting retail arrivals on the horizon and a strong focus on luxurious, design-led spaces, Chatswood Chase is redefining what it means to shop, dine, and unwind. With more exciting new retail arrivals on the horizon and a focus on luxurious, design-led spaces, Chatswood Chase is Sydney’s newest destination for those who expect more from their everyday shopping experience.

Read for a one-stop shop for fashion, food and culture? Head to Chatswood Chase to discover Sydney’s newest luxury precinct.

Writer

Olivia Storrie

1 July 2025

Armed with an Arts Degree in History and Psychology from the University of Sydney, a natural curiosity and a ravenous appetite, Sitchu’s Sydney Editor Olivia is your go-to for restaurant recommendations across the city. She also has a keen interest in hiking, patting other people’s dogs, travelling, curating her maximalist home and reading every book she can get her hands on.