Transformation of new Sydney Fish Market hooks hospitality favourites

The iconic new waterfront venue has already attracted top Sydney food operators such as Malaysian favourite Ho Jiak, Luke Nguyen who is opening a flagship Southeast Asian restaurant with Doltone hospitality group, and local Enmore gelato favourite Cow & the Moon is also opening their doors. (For a full list see end of release)

The new space has been a huge drawcard with almost all retail spaces filled. They’ll be joining existing operators such as Claudio’s Seafood, Getfish, and Christies Seafood who will relocate to the new building once construction is finished.

A major construction milestone has been achieved, with the first 40 of 406 signature fish scale roof cassettes installed. These unique features will create the impression of a gentle wave-like canopy whilst also generating electricity for the markets.

The construction of the new Sydney Fish Market has also provided a massive boost to NSW-based business with $600 million in contracts awarded to local suppliers. This includes more than 500 marine piles from SMC Marine in Balmain, and more than 30,000 cubic metres of concrete from Traino in Pyrmont and 6,000 tonnes of reinforcement from Active Steel in Western Sydney.

With construction of the new Sydney Fish Market moving into the home stretch, the sustainable and spectacular design will be a new ‘must visit’ destination for Sydneysiders and visitors, with over 6 million people expected annually.

Complementing the new building with quality retailers has bolstered the appeal of new Sydney Fish Market. Placemaking NSW has carefully selected food and beverage retailers to cater to a variety of customers, making sure there are different price points so you can grab take-away fish and chips or plan a fine dining at a deluxe five-star meal overlooking the harbour.

The new Sydney Fish Market is key to the transformation of Blackwattle Bay, delivering a waterfront promenade, more than 6000sqm of public space, 12,000sqm of retail space and improved pedestrian and cycling links.

Find more information on the construction of the new Sydney Fish Market. 

Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully said:

“For many families a visit to the Sydney Fish Market is a much-loved tradition.  Picking up fresh local seafood for special occasions or showing off our incredible harbour to visitors is something everyone enjoys.

“The new retailers will enhance that experience with a range of high-quality food and beverages available for everyone. It will be a one stop shop for local produce and quality seafood.”

Minister for Lands and Property Steve Kamper said:

“We continue to see major progress on this new world-class building, and you can really get a sense of how impressive and spectacular the new Sydney Fish Market will be.

“It will truly be the next iconic destination on Sydney Harbour, soon to be connected by 15 kilometres of non-stop boardwalk from Woolloomooloo all the way to Rozelle Bay.

“As we fly past two major milestones, the site continues to be a hive of activity with the basement, lower and upper ground spaces completed, retail spaces being formed, and the magnificent wave-like roof taking shape.”

New retailers

Luke Nguyen for Doltone Hospitality Group

Doltone Hospitality Group are partnering with Luke Nguyen again to create a flagship South East Asian Restaurant. Luke is a celebrity chef with an enormous following both in Australia and internationally. Author, chef, restauranteur and TV presenter, Luke’s restaurant will be a wonderful addition to the new Sydney Fish Market.

Bayside Boys (Trippas White Catering)

Bayside Boys is an entirely new concept by the team at Trippas White, who are one of Australia's largest hospitality groups, with 35 venues in their portfolio. Bayside Boys will be a casual eatery, where lobster, burgers and craft beers will dominate the menu. It is inspired by Southern USA and the East Coast of Australia, featuring 'Po' boys' which is a style of hot sandwich from Louisiana.

Dirty Red

An Inner West institution, the team at Dirty Red will take things up a notch with an extensive bar and cocktail menu and a variety of shared plates, focussing on the best local produce and taking full advantage of those beautiful sunsets over Blackwattle Bay.

The Japanese Collective

The Japanese Collective will feature Ramen, Donburi, Seafood BBQ and a Sake Bar. It is backed by Hidetoshi Tsuboi, Libras Ting and Takeo Muramoto, who between them are responsible for delivering some of the most awarded Japanese concepts in Sydney and Japan including Hakatamon Ramen, Tsukiyo Street Food and Sekka Dining in Sydney and Kamameshi Ichie and Patisserie Ichi in Hokkaido, Japan.

Top Juice

Top Juice work with Australian farmers and suppliers to source the freshest fruit and vegetables to create delicious, healthy and convenient juices and salads. With over 55 stores across the Eastern Seaboard, the team at Top Juice are excited to join the Sydney Fish Market family with their 56th store.

Stitch Coffee 

Considered by many coffee aficionados as the best roasters in Sydney, Stitch Coffee has a passionate and creative team, sourcing coffee from around the world, connecting customers with coffee producers. Nawar Adra, owner and founder of Stitch had humble beginnings working as a barista before starting his own roasting journey where he realised that artistry of coffee starts with blending origins and creating the complexity structure and balance we see today in every blend by Stitch. Pared with their beautiful range of coffees with be a number of Stitch signature bowls, toasties, pastries and baked goods, together with their fresh range of merch and coffee accessories.

Banh Mi & Phin 

Banh Mi & Phin will offer Vietnamese street food with a focus on fresh salads, rice paper rolls and the best Banh Mi. Hailey Nghiem and Charlie Dinh both have an impressive pedigree, having worked at some of Sydney’s top establishments and are setting up their first venture with the Sydney Fish Market.

Nanjing Dumplings 

Nanjing Dumplings menu will feature both traditional and specialty dumplings and one of the only places in Sydney to experience Nanjing-style xiao long bao, a doughier and slightly sweeter version of Shanghai’s most famous soup dumplings.

Cow & The Moon 

First opened in Enmore in 2010, this family run, artisan gelateria was voted world’s best gelato in the Gelato World Tour in Italy in 2014. A true dessert bar with a range of ice cream cakes, great coffee, and the best gelato.

Ho Jiak 

Junda Khoo is the chef and owner behind this award winning hatted Malaysian restaurant. The restaurant where the best Sydney chefs all eat is testament to Junda’s passion and execution of the most beautiful Malaysian street-food.

Gotcha Fresh Tea 

Gotcha Fresh Tea farm their own tea in Mount Ali, Taiwan and offer a unique product in the Australian market, freshly brewed for each individual order. Regularly voted the best Bubble Tea experience, the team at Gotcha pride themselves on delivering an exceptional healthy product.

Mayfarm Flowers 

A unique family-owned business, Chris and Rosie May grow beautiful flowers on their farm just outside Orange. For over three decades they have sold their flowers at various markets in Sydney. They have chosen the SFM as their first full time retail store.