It’s not often you make a booking to dine in a shopping centre precinct, but the list of exciting new eateries open late for dinner in Chatswood Chase will have you hitting the reservation button so you don’t miss out!
The redevelopment of Chatswood Chase is in full swing, and the first phase to open to the public is the reimagined dining precinct on the Lower Ground level. According to Eddie Paynter, Centre Manager, a concerted effort was undertaken to identify the hottest trending high street eateries, and entice them to open in Chatswood Chase. As a result, it’s the first shopping centre and the first North Shore outlet for many of these popular brands.
Attracting eateries with their own buzz has meant a night time revival in the shopping centre. Here’s a look at what’s on offer for dining in Chatswood Chase now, and what’s still to come…
Fabbrica Pasta Bar
Fabbrica, an extension of one of Sydney’s most talked-about Italian pasta hot spots Ragazzi, is part deli, part pasta shop, part commercial kitchen, and part den of culinary action and inspiration. The 50-seat Chatswood Chase iteration features a ramen-style bar, with the chef in the middle and bench seating around the live open kitchen. On the menu, Fabbrica classics such as Zucchini flowers with ricotta and hot honey, cult-classic Cacio e pepe, and squiggles of Mafaldine with prawns and ‘nduja. Exclusive to Chatswood you’ll see Tagliatelle, abalone and mushrooms, Tonnarelli, crab and caviar, and Trottole with wagyu ragu. A kid’s menu will also be available with Arancini, Spaghetti and cheese, Shells and tomato and fries.
Hours: 11am to 8pm daily
Bookings: www.ciaofabbrica.com/venues/fabbrica-pasta-bar-chatswood
Instagram: @ciaofabbrica
Al Aseel
The Al Aseel offering is synonymous with delicious Lebanese cuisine offering a curated menu using locally sourced produce and quality ingredients.
The extensive menu offers a selection of cold and hot mezza, fresh from the grill options and signature dishes. The Lebanese feast is designed to share, filling the table with aromatic smells, tastes and colours with hommos, baba ghanouj, tabouli, fattoush, meat and onion kibbeh, cheese sambousek, arnabeet, batata bi kizbara, skewers of kafta mishwe, shish tawook and laham mishwe.
Al Aseel made their debut on Sydney’s North Shore, opening in the reimagined fresh food and dining precinct at Chatswood Chase in late August. The Chatswood Chase design features the iconic Al Aseel design elements featuring plants, giant pendant lights and open natural tones.
Hours: Mon-Thurs 12-9pm, Fri-Sat: 12-10pm, Sun 12-8pm
Bookings: https://alaseel.com.au/book-now/
Instagram: @alaseelrestaurants
Dopa Donburi and Dessert
Inspired from the streets of Tokyo – the name ‘Dopa’, is a shortened form of the chemical ‘dopamine’. Hence, the restaurant is named for the chemically transformative experience of eating good food. Established with a pop-culture following at Darling Square among young students and Sydney’s local foodie scene, Dopa offers casual, beautiful menus with fresh, unexpected, and distinctly Japanese notes.
From savoury to sweet, Dopa’s menu highlights include Matcha Kakigori, Karaage Chicken, Pork Katsu, Strawberry Parfait or Unagi Don. Offering a slow food ethos on quality, sustainability, and ethical food production. Their mantra is: “Wake from death return to life”.
Hours: 11am to 9.30pm daily
Bookings: N/A (walk ins only)
Instagram: @dopadonburi
Abb Air Thai
Abb Air cuisine is serving an authentic Thai street food capturing Thailand’s four culture culinary regions and makes a twist to it. The idea is to bring original recipe, refine and simplify then add a surprise layer to make them even more special. Wowing foodies at their World Square location since 2014, Chatswood is the second venture for the Abb Air team. And the dishes you should look out for? Their signature dish would have to be Lard na noodles with a crispy egg noodle ball. And rounding out their top five would be Massaman Beef Curry, Pad Krapow Gai Sub, which is a dish of stir fried minced chicken or pork with chilli, holy basil and a fried egg, Somtum Set, which is sticky rice, Thai papaya salad, and grilled chicken thigh, and Pad Thai, of course!
Hours: 11am to 7pm daily (closes 8pm Thursday)
Bookings: https://abbair.com.au/
Instagram: @abbairchatswood
Taka Sushi
Taka Sushi offers unlimited fresh Sushi, sashimi and delectable innovative maki rolls, crispy shrimp and vegetable tempura, as well as various Japanese appetizer and salad, tasty udon noodles, desserts and much more. Look no further if you are a sushi fan, and local pickup is also available especially with sushi platers to fulfil your catering needs.
Kaiten sushi is a type of Japanese restaurant that server sushi on a conveyer belt while all the food on the belt are freshly made, also known as sushi train restaurant. As the food is already on the sushi train then you don’t need to wait for your meals to be prepared. Taka Sushi is the largest Kaiten sushi restaurant at Chatswood where you can enjoy authentic Japanese food with your friends and families, anytime during the day.
Hours: 11.30am to 8.30pm daily
Bookings: Not available – first in first served basis
Instagram: @takasushiau
Sir Manong
Where tradition meets innovation. As you step into this modern gourmet Filipino restaurant, you’re greeted by a warm ambiance that seamlessly blends contemporary design with Filipino cultural elements. Sir Manong blends the rich culinary traditions of the Philippines with modern cooking techniques. The menu features staple Filipino ingredients like rice, coconut milk, vinegar, and soy sauce, combined with techniques from Italian, Japanese, American, and Spanish cuisine giving rise to fusion Filipino cuisine. This Filipino food restaurant is the perfect destination for family meals, celebrations, and more.
Hours: Monday to Saturday 9am – 9pm, Sunday 10am – 9pm
Bookings: N/A (walk ins only)
Instagram: @sirmanong
La Viet
La Viet Restaurant: A culinary haven where traditional Vietnamese flavours harmonize with modern innovation. Indulge in a rich tapestry of tastes and warm hospitality. Enjoy pho, Vietnamese pancakes, skewers, as well as traditional Vietnamese coffee.
Hours: 10.30am to 8pm daily
Bookings: http://laviet.com.au/
Instagram: @lavietrestaurant
The Mayflower: Opening early 2025
Building on the successful formula of The Mayflower restaurants in Darlinghurst and St. Leonards, The Mayflower Chatswood depicts the future of modern dining. Collaborating with local and international artists, The Mayflower offers a slice of nature, nestled within the chaos of urban living.
Owners’ Kevin Ly and Christian Lee, renowned for creating some of Sydney’s new and most innovative dining spots. The Mayflower will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner serving morning menu highlights such as turkish eggs, matcha french toast and smashed avo through to contemporary lunch and dinner options including mornay Moreton Bay bugs, umami burrata, vodka rigatoni and steak frites along with a range of dumplings, sides, and desserts.
The 165 sqm space will take centre position in the dining precinct and is set to open in early 2025.
For a full listing of what’s landed at Chatswood Chase, visit the Chatswood Chase Fresh Food and Dining section on the website.
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