Chatswood

Chatswood

Chatswood is one of biggest hubs in Sydney's northern suburbs, with concerts and performances at a purpose-built cultural precinct as well as a fantastic array of public street art. It's also home to an amazing Asian food scene and its leafy streets lead to lush parks.

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The North Shore's cultural hub is The Concourse, a sprawling complex that encompasses a concert hall, theatre and rehearsal space for live performances and popular entertainment. Its outdoor Urban Screen is a free public programme that spans everything from digital art to live broadcasts of sold out shows.

The Concourse - Chatswood - North Sydney

The Concourse, Chatswood

Its little laneways are one of Chatswood's main attractions, colourfully decorated with attention-grabbing street art. The public sculptures and urban art projects on display are an initiative of the local council and transform traditional commuter spaces into drawcards that embrace the whole community.

Crowd enjoying an event at Chatswood, Sydney North

Crowd at an event, Chatswood - Credit: Willoughby Council

Nearby Roseville is home to the charming Roseville Cinema, an old-school, twin-screen cinema that feels as if it's from another era. It's a chance to step back in time and enjoy the big screen as it used to be, in a homely atmosphere where you feel welcomed and cocooned. 

Chatswood Mall Markets at Chatswood in Sydney North

Chatswood Mall Market, Chatswood

Eat & drink 

Chatswood Mall Market transforms Victoria Avenue into a bustling street food market on Thursdays and Fridays. Stalls span cuisines from every corner of the globe - try everything from African goat burgers to Turkish gozleme and Teppanyaki-style squid noodles with Szechuan sauce.

Mamak in Chatswood, Sydney North

Mamak Malaysian restaurant, Chatswood - Credit: Alana Dimou

The Asian food in Chatswood is also on point. Khao Pla is one of the best Thai restaurants in Sydney, ramen aficionados head to Manpuku and Bao Dao Taiwanese Kitchen is all about dumplings and noodles. Mamak is an award-winning Malaysian restaurant serving authentic, bold and traditional flavours. There are food courts aplenty, from the sprawling Chatswood Chase to smaller shopping arcades such as Mandarin Centre and Lemon Grove. 

 

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