2014–2015
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Live. Stay. Play.
New Year’s Eve Pg. 6
Farmers Markets Pg. 8
Parramatta Lanes Pg. 7
Heritage Sites Pg. 10
El-Phoenician Pg. 12
T
here’s something about Parramatta that
brings people together.
For thousands of years, Aboriginal clans of
the Darug people gathered by the river to
meet, trade, collect food and feast. The British
were also drawn to this place; having found
fertile soil, they established the early colony
and paved the way for people to migrate from
across the world.
Currently over 50% of Parramatta’s residents
were born overseas, making the city a melting
pot of cultural influences. The City has a
youthful edge too – the average age of the
people living here is just 30, seven years
younger than Australia’s national average.
This interesting and eclectic place continues to
evolve and revitalize with new things popping
up all the time. Heritage sites bring history to
life and serve award-winning cuisine. Amazing
coffee shops delight, street festivals transform
laneways, and the natural oasis along the banks
of the river is a perfect place
to escape the daily grind.
Parramatta is coming together now more than
ever. And for those willing to dig beneath the
surface, it’s just brimming with discoveries.
Come on in!
Fast forward to the 21st century and Parramatta
continues to be a magnet for Sydney-siders,
along with people from all corners of the
country and the world.
Contents
Lord Mayor’s Welcome . . . 3
Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Highlights & Attractions. . 8
Restaurants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Cafés . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
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Nightlife . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Shopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Arts & Culture . . . . . . . . . . .20
Sports & Recreation . . . . .22
Accommodation . . . . . . . . .24
Getting There . . . . . . . . . . . .25
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CREATIVE DIRECTOR: Leonie Blignaut
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1 Contents
2 Welcome
W
elcome to Parramatta! Make the most
of your time in this magnificent city with this
guide to the best places to eat, drink, shop and
be entertained.
There is so much to discover in Parramatta.
Why not take a leisurely stroll along our
Parramatta River foreshore? Or get to know our
past by enjoying a fascinating historical tour?
There are also sprawling parklands to visit and
a thriving food district to explore in and around
our famous ‘Eat Street’ precinct.
Parramatta is a city rich in heritage and cultural
diversity and we have one of Sydney’s best
selections of multicultural cuisines, offering
tastes from all over the globe including Italian,
Mexican, Greek, Lebanese, Indian, Thai,
Malaysian and modern Australian restaurants.
But that’s not all. Parramatta is a leading leisure
destination hosting major festivals and events
all year round, including the Sydney Festival’s
expanded Parramatta program, our Winterlight
festival with outdoor ice rink, Parramatta Lanes
arts and food celebration which injects life
into seven typically quiet lanes, Loy Krathong
Thai Water Festival and our community
celebrations, New Year’s Eve and Australia Day.
I hope you find this guide useful and enjoy your
time in Parramatta.
Cr Scott Lloyd
Lord Mayor of Parramatta
Lord Mayor Cr Scott Lloyd with
daughters Alexandra and Lauren
The Lord Mayor’s Top Five Activities
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A walk along the Parramatta River down
to the playground on the river foreshore.
There are so many great playgrounds in the
suburbs, including new water play parks,
which are great fun for the kids in the
warmer months.
2 Have a picnic at Parramatta Park or go on
a bushwalk at Lake Parramatta or in the
suburbs. There are always new places to
discover and explore.
3 At Riverside Theatres there is such a diverse
range of shows catering to a range of
audiences.
4 Enjoy a relaxing lunch or dinner at one
of the many restaurants and cafes in and
around ‘Eat Street’.
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Square and buy some fresh produce from
the popular Farmers Markets.
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Parramatta
Foundations Festival
Church Street between George St & the
Lennox Bridge, 2PM – 9:30PM, 2ND Nov. 2014
Come and join the street party to celebrate
Parramatta’s birthday! Take the kids on a
time-travel adventure, exploring the challenges
and achievements of Parramatta’s earliest
Indigenous and colonial people. In the evening,
dance to the sweet local sounds of some of
the nation’s best performers on the Church
Street Stage, then enjoy culinary delights from
Parramatta’s famous ‘Eat Street’ precinct.
Centenary Square, 27TH November 2014
Santa and his helpers will spread the festive
spirit at this annual Yuletide event. With
plenty of kid-friendly entertainment and
performances, the night will come to a magical
end with the lighting of the City’s Christmas
tree and nativity scene.
4 New Year’s Eve
Old King’s School Parade Ground
& Parramatta River Foreshore
31ST December 2014
Grab your picnic rug, bundle up the kids and
head to Parramatta for an unforgettable New
Year’s Eve. Marvel at the fireworks display
covering the two sites, revel in a varied
selection of food and sweet stalls and be
entertained by roaming performers.
Parramatta Winterlight
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Loy Krathong
Parramatta River between Lennox St &
Elizabeth St Bridges, 22ND November 2014
Loy Krathong is a Thai ritual to bring good
fortune for the coming year. Sydney’s largest
water festival is an explosion of colour, joy and
excitement along the banks of the Parramatta
River, featuring authentic Thai craftspeople
and performers, fireworks, and more Thai food
stalls than your stomach can handle.
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January 2015
The Sydney Festival’s arrival in Parramatta is
one of the highlights of the year. There will
be plenty of free family-friendly concerts and
activities around the Parramatta City Centre,
as well as some cutting-edge artworks and
music. For more information visit
www.sydneyfestival.org.au
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Winterlight
6 Australia Day
Parramatta Park
6AM – 9PM, 26TH January 2015
Consider yourself a proud Australian? You’ll
be in good company in Parramatta Park on
Australia Day. Previous years have featured hot
air balloons, circus workshops and plenty of
amusement rides in a patriotic celebration for
all ages. Expect to end the day with a first class
children’s act and chart-topping performers at
the evening concert and fireworks finale.
Prince Alfred Square, June – July 2015
Since a snowy winter in Sydney is close to
an impossibility, Winterlight is your frosty
consolation festival. See Prince Alfred Square
transformed into a wonderland of winter,
featuring a giant outdoor ice rink, food stalls to
heat your icy hands, and light entertainment
shows to warm even the coldest of hearts.
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Lunar New Year
Centenary Square, 20TH February 2015
Lunar New Year is one of the most auspicious
dates in the Chinese calendar. There’ll be
firecrackers, red envelopes filled with luck for
the New Year and fortune-tellers bringing your
secret destiny to light. Of course, a festival like
this wouldn’t be complete without pop-up food
stalls selling delicious Asian cuisine.
Seven sites across Parramatta CBD
October 2015, www.parramattalanes.com.au
The festival that breathes new life into
Parramatta’s lanes. Gourmet street foods,
artists, performers and designers will
transform forgotten urban spaces into cultural
wonderlands. Amazing food, awesome music
and spectacular art installations for all ages.
Parramasala
8 The Golden Slipper
Rosehill Races, 21ST March 2015
From humble beginnings in 1957, the Golden
Slipper has become the richest race in the world
for two-year-old thoroughbreds. As the start
pistol fires and the 1200m stretch opens up, hold
on to your hats and prepare for the grandest and
most exhilarating horse race in Sydney. There’ll
be glamour both on and off the track!
www.parramasala.com
Think your life needs a little more spice?
Parramasala is a culture filled extravaganza,
proving that Bollywood dance lessons, ‘Curry
On’ block parties, and the tastes and smells of a
Masalan exotic bazaar are just a hop, skip and a
jump away.
For more info on upcoming events contact
Parramatta City Council on 02 9806 5050.
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• Highlights & Attractions •
Parramatta Park
www.ppt.nsw.gov.au
Did you know that Parramatta Park is on the
World Heritage List? Pretty cool and it is just
on the doorstep of the City Centre. With free
BBQ facilities, many gardens and rolling grassy
hills, the Governor’s Domain is the perfect sun
soaked picnic spot. The jewel of the Domain
is Old Government House. Take a tour or treat
yourself with a Devonshire tea. Feeling active?
Cycle around the park or check out the regular
triathlon and running clubs. There are also
lots of local events, check out their website for
details.
Farmers Markets
Parramatta Park
A Day At The Races
Rosehill Races, Rosehill Gardens Event
Centre, James Ruse Dr, 02 9930 4070
www.australianturfclub.com.au
Spring season: Oct 2015, races all year round
Ladies, don your fascinators… Spring is one
of the best times of the year to enjoy a day at
one of Australia’s most prestigious racetracks,
Rosehill. Even if you don’t fancy a flutter,
with award-winning catering and glamorous
fashion you’re guaranteed an
unforgettable experience.
Sydney Valvoline
Raceway
Farmers Markets
Centenary Square, Parramatta
www.parracity.nsw.gov.au
There’s no better place to soak up some of the
local charm – plus some amazing produce –
than at the weekly Friday Farmers Markets
in the heart of Parramatta. Trading kicks off
from 7.30am with local products ranging from
handmade soap to artisan bread, and from juicy
fresh fruit to fine handmade chocolates. Throw
in some live entertainment and some lively
trading banter and you’ll see why so many locals
consider the Farmers Market too good to miss.
21 Wentworth St, Granville
02 9637 0411, www.valvolineraceway.com.au
Since the 1970s, motor-racing fans have been
getting their fix of high-adrenalin thrills at
the Sydney Speedway. Sprintcars, V8s and
speedcars have multiple events each month
and the action is fast and furious, with the lap
record for sprint cars an incredible 11 seconds.
It’s high stakes racing but it’s not all serious
– one of the most popular events for child
spectators features cars towing caravans,
boats and dunnies!
8 Highlights
Catch A Game at
Pirtek Stadium
River Foreshore
River Foreshore
Get in touch with the Parramatta River, the
lifeblood that has sustained this natural oasis of
plants and animals for millennia. This lush green
haven in the middle of the City is a picturesque
place to enjoy a picnic, a bike ride, or relax
with a leisurely stroll. As well as water birds,
you might even spot the long-finned eel, which
Parramatta is famous for. Artworks dotted along
the foreshore give insight to the remarkable
Aboriginal culture and history, the life of the
river and feats of the early colonial settlement,
which began here in 1788. Climb, slide and
chase through the kids’ playground. During
holiday periods, the river foreshore comes alive
with child-friendly activities. Every day you can
see the beautiful light and fountain display off
Barry Wilde Bridge at 7.30AM to 10.30PM (water
show only) or sunset to 9.30PM (water and light
show).
O’Connell St, Parramatta
02 9683 5755, www.pirtekstadium.com
With almost thirty years of heroic sporting
clashes under its belt, you can’t beat the
atmosphere at Pirtek Stadium, one of Australia’s
most iconic venues to play and watch football.
Formerly known as Parramatta Stadium, our
unstoppable rugby league boys The Parramatta
Eels have called it home since 1986 and their
National Rugby League games are hosted here
from March until September. From October to
May, it’s soccer time with the stadium hosting
The Western Sydney Wanderers Football Club,
the stars of the Hyundai A-League and winners
of the 2014 Asians Champions League. Over
winter, Pirtek Stadium is also the new home
to the Greater Western Sydney Rams, a rugby
union team who are bringing the best to the
greater west. With a vast selection of pre- and
post-match dining options nearby, a game at
Pirtek Stadium is the ideal choice for your next
night out with friends.
Harris Park
Harris Park used to be known as Western
Sydney’s “Little India”. These days the range
of culinary diversity on Wigram Street has
expanded to include Lebanese sweet shops,
Italian and Greek fine dining, and some stellar
Japanese Teppanyaki. But don’t think the
community is just for passionate foodies; Harris
Park is also a family-friendly neighbourhood
where heritage homes line the streets of an
ever-welcoming suburb, just a stone’s throw
from the buzz of the Parramatta CBD.
Experience our sporting culture
9 Highlights
Historic
& Heritage Sites
Riverside Theatres
346a Church St, Parramatta, 02 8839 3311
www.discoverparramatta.com.au
Parramatta holds an iconic place in Australian
history, and if you dig a little deeper there
are a myriad of fascinating stories awaiting
discovery. Explore the Riverwalk for an insight
into Aboriginal culture, heritage and the
history of Parramatta. Visit one of the many
colonial heritage museums and immerse
yourself in the places where it all happened.
Hear the tales of settlers and their experiences
adjusting, surviving and establishing a new
colony. Explore architecture, arts, food
culture, agriculture or Burramatta lands on
foot with self-guided walking brochures.
Ready to explore? Our friendly Hosts & Guides
located at the Parramatta Heritage and Visitor
Information Centre, the Ferry wharf and
Centenary Square will be happy to advise on all
the things to see, do and experience
in Parramatta.
For more information, visit or contact Parramatta
Heritage & Visitor Information Centre.
Corner of Church & Market St,
Parramatta, 02 8839 3398
www.riversideparramatta.com.au
Established in 1988, Riverside is not just the
geographic centre of Sydney, it’s also the heart
of performing arts in our great city. With over
700 shows gracing these illustrious stages by
the riverbank, there’s always something to
satisfy the pickiest of theatre buffs and the
squirmiest of kids. Best of all, it’s right in the
midst of Church Street’s restaurant precinct,
(Eat Street) so there are plenty of places to
indulge your appetite before settling down to
enjoy the show.
Riverside Theatres
FOOD AND DRINK
Eat Street
Historic & heritage sites
Church St, Parramatta
Parramatta’s famous Eat Street is a foodies’
paradise, with choices of cuisine from every
corner of the globe. You could start the day
with a French-style bakery breakfast, washed
down with award-winning coffee. Progress
to a gourmet wagyu burger for lunch. Dust
off your best outfit for a fine dining seafood
dinner, then take a moonlit stroll for a frozen
after-dinner delight. Don’t take our word for it,
check out some of the top Café & Restaurant
picks on pages 11–17.
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Restaurants
Get a taste of our eclectic culture
by indulging in award-winning cuisine!
SINGAPOREAN
Temasek
71 George St, Parramatta
02 9633 9926, www.temasek.com.au
Temasek is one of Parramatta’s hidden
culinary gems and uses recipes gleaned from
Singaporean street cafes. The setting may be
no-frills but the food is like sending your palate
on a steamy tropical holiday. We recommend
the Hainanese Chicken, which is poached to
pillowy perfection.
Parramatta
JAPANESE
Sabu
Courtney’s Brasserie
FINE DINING
Courtney’s Brasserie
Shop 12, 30-32 Charles St, Parramatta
02 9635 3288
www.courtneysbrasserie.com.au
Interested in where your food comes from?
So are the crew at the iconic Courtney’s
Brasserie. Their motto is ‘locally sourced’
as much as possible and they also have a
commitment to seasonal produce. Happily
adjusted to its elegant new location, at
Courtney’s the food just keeps getting better.
321 Church St, Parramatta
02 9635 1088, www.sabu.com.au
Amazing contemporary Pacific Rim Japanese
dishes are the order of the day at Sabu. As well
as offering a genuine fine-dining experience,
Sabu also prides itself on having a wide variety
of sake. Any meal here is guaranteed to
be unforgettable.
Sabu
STEAK HOUSE
PIZZA
Black Angus Bar & Grill
Bondi Pizza
312 Church St, Parramatta
02 9687 7884, www.blackangusgrill.com.au
Black Angus is a steak restaurant laid out in
a funky, cafe-bar style with an atmosphere
to match. The menu is a carnivore’s dream,
starting with the 250g Black Angus Eye Fillet
and moving up in scale to the mother of all
steaks, the OMG Angus 1KG T-Bone.
320 Church St, Parramatta
02 9891 9221, www.bondipizza.com.au
Bringing a slice of Bondi style to Church Street,
Bondi Pizza mixes glamorous-feeling decor
with a menu that lists some of most mouthwatering pizzas we’ve ever encountered.
They offer special movie meal deals, and have
a cocktail list to die for.
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TAPAS
Cicheti
323 Church St, Parramatta
02 9687 6211, www.cicheti.com.au
It’s a refreshing surprise to encounter a tapas
restaurant right in the middle of Parramatta
that packs in as much charm and foodie finesse
as Cicheti. You can’t go past their freshly
Homemade Pesto & Mushroom Arancini or
Mediterranean Spiced Lamb Rack. Grab a few
friends and share the love!
ITALIAN
Nonna Maria’s Place
56 Phillip St, Parramatta, 02 9689 1112
www.nonnamariasplace.com.au
Nonna Maria’s Place has preserved the
comforting charm of a bygone Italian trattoria,
with red-checkered tablecloths and homemade
jugs of icy lemonade. One taste of the Boscaiola
or Bolognese is all you’ll need to realise that the
authenticity extends well beyond the décor:
Nonna Maria’s is the real thing.
LEBANESE
El-Phoenician
328 Church St, Parramatta
02 9633 1611, www.el-phoenician.com.au
With generous banquet-style servings and belly
dancers often weaving between the tables,
El-Phoenician is one of Parramatta’s most loved
and awarded Lebanese restaurants. A brilliant
option for larger groups, but also perfect when
you’re after an intimate dinner for two.
El-Phoenician
Cicheti
LEBANESE
Sahra by The River
2/76 Phillip St, Parramatta
02 9635 6615, www.sahrabytheriver.com.au
Unexpected delights abound at Sahra: one
moment you’re engrossed in your eggplant
Maghmour, the next a gypsy fortuneteller is
whispering the secrets of your future into your
ear. Our prediction (for which we don’t need a
crystal ball!) is that with Lebanese cuisine this
good, you’ll soon be back!
EUROPEAN
Port Bar & Restaurant
36 Charles St, Parramatta, 02 9687 8823
portbar.com.au
Port Bar has it all for a night of romance – an
open-air wine deck by the water, a gourmet
Italian meal and perhaps even a bottle of 1998
Don Perignon champagne. But if that isn’t your
thing, head inside to try their extensive beer
list with a platter of delectable international
cheeses.
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CHINESE
À LA CARTE
Taste Gallery
Agilan Café
133 Church St, Parramatta
02 8810 2082, www.tastegallery.net.au
This authentic Chinese restaurant, which offers
yum cha, dim sum and delectable home-made
dumplings, has won over a legion of locals
since it opened a couple of years ago. While
they create incredible dishes from every region
of China, it’s Shanghai Szechwan style food that
is their specialty.
59B Marion St, Harris Park,
02 9635 7717, www.fb.com/pages/AgilanCafe/614766808620864
Agilan is a quirky little BYO hangout with
a French chef and reputation for producing
meals that never fail to please, from fancy
breakfasts to fulfilling dinners. Feel like
capping off an unforgettable evening?
Try one of Agilan’s real fruit sheishas.
COMING SOON!
Jamie’s Trattoria
83 Macquarie St, Parramatta
Yes, the rumours are true: Jamie
Oliver has chosen Parramatta for his
second Sydney venue! The venture,
named Jamie’s Trattoria, will be
located in the new Centenary Square,
adjacent to Macquarie Street. Expect
incredible Italian flavours and queues
up the street!
The Emporium
51 Phillip St, Parramatta 0401 366 257
www.fb.com/TheEmporiumParramatta
Sahra by The River
VIETNAMESE
Pho Pasteur
137 Church St, Parramatta, 02 9635 0782
The menu is long and comprehensive but the
majority of regulars here are after one thing –
pho. Vietnam’s most celebrated soup is made to
masterful perfection at Pho Pasteur. Try it once
and we guarantee you’ll be back.
The owners of The Coffee Emporium
are turning their hands to the dining
scene with a new venture on Phillip
Street. It’s billed as a modern
Australian restaurant and wine bar
and will be run by Dominic Borel of
Gazebo fame. Expect grain fed
scotch fillets, warm Turkish teas,
and Belgian beers.
13 Restaurants
CHINESE
Hong Fu
6/103 George St, Parramatta
02 9891 1225
With hand-stretched noodles made in-house,
Hong Fu prides itself on authentic North East
Chinese cuisine. Fresh shallot pancakes are an
entrée highlight, while for mains it’s hard to
go past the steamed pork dumplings. Hong Fu
is all about understated surrounds and highintensity flavours.
Billu’s
INDIAN
Billu’s
Harris Park
62-64 Wigram St, Harris Park
02 9687 7785, www.billu.com.au
Regardless of the time of day, there’s always
a crowd packed in to indulge in the aromatic
Indian fare at Billu’s. Don’t leave without trying
their Masala Dos or Tandoori chicken. The top
service will make you feel like a Bollywood star.
INDIAN
Chutney
66 Wigram St, Harris Park
02 9893 8202
www.chutneys.com.au
Chutney will take you on flavour journey that
spans the length and breadth of the Indian
subcontinent. From the tangy crunch of the
Bhel Puri from Mumbai, to a true Kerala-style
prawn dish with coconut milk and spices, it’s
your chance to experience ‘Incredible India’
without leaving Australian shores.
INDIAN
Ginger
94 Wigram St, Harris Park
02 8061 7245
www.gingerindian.com.au
The combination of North Indian or Mughlai
cuisine served in an intimate space makes
Ginger one of the more romantic Indian
restaurants along the Wigram Street stretch.
There are plenty of veg and vegan options:
try the okra tossed in exotic spices from The
Himalayas, or the Channa Masala chickpea
curry.
GREEK
The Olive
44 Marion St, Harris Park, 02 9635 7277
www.theoliverestaurant.com.au
People head to The Olive simply for the
ambience, but it’s the quality of the food that is
the real crowd pleaser. Located in a charming
converted terrace, The Olive’s owner Sam
wants his diners to feel completely at home as
they enjoy banquet style Mediterranean fare at
its finest.
El Jannah
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ITALIAN
SUGAR HITS
Peronis
48 Station St, Harris Park, 02 9633 2889
www.peronisrestaurant.com.au
Fancy that fine-dining feeling without
breaking the budget? Featuring a choice of
cosy, romantic indoor tables or an ever-vibrant
al-fresco eatery, Peroni’s menu features Italian
traditional favourites along with mouthwatering specials, such as Pork Belly with
Roasted Apple.
Adora Handmade
Chocolates
Shop 2B/103 George St, Parramatta
02 9635 7737, www.adora.com.au
The intoxicating scent of coffee and
cocoa, the sophisticated ladies sipping
tea, the gleaming cabinets piled high
with hand-made truffles – Adora is a
sumptuous wonderland for chocolate
lovers. High tea here should be on
everyone’s bucket list.
Kuber Indian Sweets
70 Wigram St, Harris Park
02 9893 8204
The home of authentic Indian treats of
almond and pistachio flavoured Barfi,
sweet Gujia dumplings, and milky
Kalakand, all made fresh for a perfect
late afternoon snack.
Sweet Land Patisserie
55 Wigram St, Harris Park
02 9891 6048
The place to go for the sweetest
homemade Turkish delight, authentic
Lebanese Baklava, and traditional
walnut Maamoul. If the above doesn’t
strike your fancy, then try the flavoured
nougat, so good it’s sold by the kilo.
Adora Handmade
Chocolates
Granville
Abla’s Pastries
LEBANESE
El Jannah
4-8 South Street, Granville
02 9637 0977, www.eljannah.com.au
Crazy cheap and unrelentingly tasty, El Jannah
is the go-to place for good honest Lebanese
classics. Highlights are the shredded beef on
a Shawarma roll, the vego falafel roll, and the
charcoal chicken burger, which seems too
quick and delicious to be real.
48-52 Railway Pde, Granville
02 9637 8092
For over 30 years the Abla family have
been baking and creating scrumptious
Middle Eastern treats from this shop
front in Granville. Don’t know what
to order? Don’t worry, the staff are
more than happy to choose for you…
just don’t blame them if you eat more
baklava than you should!
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• Cafés •
CAFÉ
Double Mac
CAFÉ
Coco Lane Coffee Bar
2/1 Smith St, Parramatta, 0413 937 723
Offering single origin and house blends, Coco
Lane boutique style café not only serves up
the smoothest coffees in town but also offers
the tastiest homemade quiches and steak
sandwiches. Entry via Darcy St.
Shop 8, Macquarie St, Parramatta
www.fb.com/pages/Double-Mac
Charming little Double Mac occupies one of
the smallest hole-in-the-wall shop fronts in the
West. But size doesn’t matter – this quirky cafe
rewards those who can find it with some of the
finest coffee in the district.
GELATO
Gelato Messina
283 Church St, Parramatta
1800 435 286, www.gelatomessina.com
Sydney’s worst kept gelato secret has finally
made it to the west, thanks to Gelato Messina
founder Nick Palumbo’s firm belief that
“Nobody should be deprived of good gelato”.
Messina puts a modern twist on old-school
techniques and was voted Best Gelato in
Australia in 2011.
Paper Plane Cafe
CAFÉ
Paper Plane Cafe
2 Horwood Pl, Parramatta
0400 888 772, www.fb.com/cafepaperplane
A quality, quirky café that prides itself on
making the best brunches in town. Word on
the street is that their bacon and peanut butter
burger is a stroke of culinary genius.
Gelato Messina
TAPAS & CAFÉ
CHOCOLATE CAFÉ
Sangria
Oliver Brown
55 Phillip St, Parramatta, 02 9633 2820
www.fb.com/238549246351639
The newest Spanish joint to pop up in town,
Sangria is offering a spectacular sized breakfast
menu, affordable street food for lunch, and
promises an even greater dinner tapas menu
not too far in the future. Mucho gusto!
286-290 Church St, Parramatta
02 9809 7007, www.oliverbrown.com.au
The place to go if you want to indulge in
dipping freshly baked Churros into a luxurious
bowl of warm, and oh-so-gooey, Belgian melted
chocolate. If chocolate isn’t your thing, the
coffees here are also hard to beat.
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BAKERY
CAFÉ
The Hungry Baker
Circa
60 Station St, Parramatta, 02 9560 9005
www.fb.com/TheHungryBakerCafe
The Hungry Baker lures customers with the
irresistible aromas of its fresh-baked bread.
But you’ll find a lot more sturdy breakfast fare
here too, like scrambled egg subs and croque
monsieurs. Still hungry? Come back at lunch
time for pork belly mains, wagyu burgers and
luscious gourmet pies.
21 Wentworth St, Parramatta, 02 8896 6071
www.circaespresso.com.au
With a menu that emphasizes locally sourced
ingredients, while giving a nod to Parramatta’s
cultural diversity, every meal you have here will
excite and surprise. It’s no wonder Circa took
out The Best Café Award in the 2013 Sydney
Morning Herald Good Food Guide.
CAFÉ
The Handmade Cafe
Shop 6/ 25 George St, Parramatta
02 9633 4469, www.fb.com/pages/
Handmade-Cafe/304860739566576
There’s something delightfully authentic
about The Handmade Café. They’ve stripped
back their café to what really matters: warm,
personal service, great food and coffee
that has even some of Parramatta’s most
committed caffeine connoisseurs reaching
for superlatives. Bravo!
COFFEE LOVERS!
Darcy St Project Brew Bar
24 Darcy Street, Parramatta
[email protected]
www.darcystproject.com.au
0415 824 324
Parramatta’s love for coffee got a whole
lot tastier with the Darcy St Project
offering barista training during the
day and a bustling coffee brew bar at
night. All profits are re-invested into
barista training scholarships and work
experience opportunities.
Circa
PIE SHOP
Harry’s Café de Wheels
431 Church St, Parramatta, 02 9890 2427
www.harryscafedewheels.com.au
An iconic pie shop that doesn’t need any
introduction, having attracted late night
punters to its Woolloomooloo caravan since the
1930s. But the Parramatta version isn’t just for
nightowls – it’s open from 8am offering coffees
and breakfasts, along with the full range of
famous pies.
PATISSERIE
Sweet Street Bakery
Shop 17, The Connection Arcade, 162-172
Church St, Parramatta
A French-inspired patisserie, Sweet Street has
a rustic, frugal charm that allows the food to
be the highlight. Favourites include banana tea
cakes, panna cotta lamingtons and strawberry
friands. No sweet tooth? Try the awesome
gourmet sausage rolls and pies.
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• Nightlife •
PUB
The Albion
135 George St, Parramatta, 02 9891 3288
albionhotel.com.au
With sports on the big screen, trivia, a
nightclub and lots of live music, the Albion
might just be the perfect local pub.
LATIN BAR
Coco Cubano
3/302 Church St, Parramatta, 02 9635 1484
www.cococubano.com
Feel your life is missing a little spice? Salsa
straight in to Coco Cubano for a fix of Latinstyle passion. Now that’s what we call Havana
good time!
BEER CAFÉ
Bavarian Bier Café
2-8 Phillip St, Parramatta, 02 8836 1400
www.bavarianbiercafe.com
Somehow this century-old church makes the
most perfect beerhall imaginable. Indulge in
the giant Löwen-schnitzel, and wash it down
with a stein of the Hofbräu Original Bier.
PUB
The Woolpack
19 George St, Parramatta, 02 9635 8043
www.woolpackhotel.com.au
The Woolpack Hotel has come a long way
since it was founded in 1796. It’s now a
classy contemporary pub, with unbeatable
atmosphere and an in-house Thai restaurant.
PUB
The Rose & Crown Hotel
11 Victoria Rd, Parramatta, 02 9630 1405
www.roseandcrownhotel.com.au
Whether “Schnitz Faced” Tuesdays are your
thing, or the Thursday “Stir The Pot” meat
tray giveaway, there’s something for everyone
in one of Parramattas’s oldest and most
beloved pubs.
BAR
The Crown Hotel
295 Church St, Parramatta, 02 9633 2600
Formerly Oneworld Bar, The Crown Hotel has
big plans to become a mainstay of Parramatta’s
nightlife scene. With the revamp and rebrand
will come a fresh perspective and even fresher
music nights. If it’s good times you want,
The Crown will be a one-stop shop.
Coco Cubano
BAR
The Collector Hotel
100 George St, Parramatta, 02 9689 1122
www.collectorhotel.com.au
A modern, effortlessly stylish bar, The Collector
Hotel combines sumptuous food, great music
and lively ambience. If you’re in the mood for
a steak, look no further than their Chill Grill,
which prides itself on dishes using premium
Angus 120 Day Grain Fed Beef. Keep an eye on
their events section with incredible live acts.
COCKTAIL BAR
Bar:30
Parkroyal, Phillip St, Parramatta
02 9689 3333
www.parkroyalhotels.com/en/Parramatta
With décor that would fit comfortably on the
pages of Vogue Living, Bar:30 is Parramatta’s
most elegant choice for a sophisticated drink.
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• Shopping •
SHOPPING CENTRE
Westfield Parramatta
159-175 Church St, Parramatta
02 9891 3929, www.westfield.com.au
With close to 500 retailers covering a fivestorey shopping paradise, Westfield Parramatta
is one of Australia’s best shopping experiences.
Some of the biggest stores include Myer, David
Jones, Kmart, Toys ‘R’ Us and JB Hi-Fi. Easily
accessed by Parramatta train station.
COMIC BOOKS
Phantom Zone
22c Horwood Pl, Parramatta
02 9891 1848, www.phantomzone.com.au
In the internet age, comic book culture is alive
and kicking, having found a safe sanctuary
at Phantom Zone. The staff are friendly,
knowledgeable and ready to direct you, with a
minimum of fuss, to that obscure graphic novel
you’ve secretly been coveting for years.
STRATEGY GAMES
Games Workshop
Phantom Zone
77 Phillip St, Parramatta
02 9689 1638, www.games-workshop.com
Producing war games and miniatures
since 1975, the Games Workshop is an
internationally based one-stop shop for the
creative geek. With tabletop war games
Warhammer and The Lord of the Rings, they
feature a creative way to engage in some
serious strategy battles. They also host
regular tournaments.
HOBBIE SHOP
Bergs Hobbies
181 Church St, Parramatta
02 9635 8618, www.bergshobbies.com.au
Offering everything from scale models of the
Mayflower to radio controlled helicopters,
Bergs Hobbies has everything for the
dedicated model-enthusiast. Miniature railway
locomotives take pride of place in the store,
which has been a hobby hub for over 20 years.
MUSIC STORE
Beatdisc Records
Beatdisc Records
11/181 Church St, Parramatta
02 9891 9330, www.beatdisc.com.au
Nestled down a quiet walkway, Beatdisc
Records feels like a muso’s secret haven, with
new and vintage vinyl adorning the walls like
priceless artwork. Established back in 1995,
Beatdisc began by selling rare second-hand CDs
and have since grown to feature an extensive
collection of alternative music on CD and vinyl.
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• Arts & Culture •
Parramatta
Artists Studios
Level 1 & 2/68 Macquarie Street, Parramatta
02 9687 6090, [email protected]
Providing vital studio spaces to artists from
Parramatta and beyond, the CBD-based Studios
are a vibrant epicentre of art-making. On their
Open Days, catch a guided tour or peruse the
latest exhibition. Or get creative at an artist-led
workshop and make your own piece of art. For
artists trying to get a leg-up, check out their
grants and lively industry talks. Open during
events and exhibitions. For program info visit
www.parramattastudios.com
Parramatta
Artists Studios
POP UP
Improv(e) Your Life
18 Darcy St, Parramatta
The weekly improv workshops of Improv(e)
Your Life are proof that laughter truly is the
best medicine. Improv might be daunting at
first but the benefits of play-acting without
a script are wide-ranging, helping to build
compassion and confidence.
Improv(e) Your Life
POP UP
Unknown Quantity
POP UP
Muzeak
Studio 8, 9 Albert St, North Parramatta
0401 268 565
Muzeak is a collection of unisex urban streetinspired fashion and accessories for kids,
incorporating organic fabrics and sustainable
practices. Owner Kristal Craig’s fresh designs
have won a legion of loyal customers.
Shop 16, The Connection Arcade
160-172 Church St, Parramatta
0408 210 851, www.unknownquantity.org
A conceptual, dynamic shop and gallery space
– a context for ideas and meaningful creations,
stocking ethically and locally handmade
clothing, art and accessories. Managed by
western Sydney artist Delia Puiatti, this
is a friendly space designed for refreshing
encounters.
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Ruth Fattal
Haute Couture
Shop 7, The Connection Arcade
162-172 Church St, Parramatta
0411 019 977, www.ruthfattal.com.au
[email protected]
Ruth’s signature collection embodies beauty,
romance, innocence and sensuality.
The collection is a ready-to-wear range,
customised cocktail dresses, evening and bridal
gowns. The colour palette is white, gold, red
and black, embellished with luxurious silks and
hand crafted laces with intricate beading.
Parramatta
Art Society
Ruth Fattal
Haute Couture
Studio 147, 147 George St, Parramatta
0410 603 023, www.parra-artsociety.org
First formed in 1950, The City of Parramatta
Art Society is the longest running art society
in New South Wales. It fosters appreciation
of arts throughout the local community and
encourages emerging artists of all ages to
develop their skills. The society also runs
regular workshops, exhibitions and art classes.
DANCE
FORM Dance Projects
02 9806 5609, www.form.org.au
Cementing Parramatta’s reputation as a
culture hub, FORM Dance Projects creates
a diverse program of dance performances in
collaboration with choreographers, dancers and
artists. These projects, including world-class
contemporary works, are presented throughout
the year at Riverside Theatres.
Pop up
Parramatta
Unknown
Quantity
www.popupparramatta.com
02 9806 5826
There is always something new and exciting
popping up in Parramatta. Artists inject creative
enterprise into unused buildings and spaces.
If you are on the hunt for something unique
look out for one of the newest pop up locations.
Visit the website for details on the latest artists
shopfronts and studios available to visit.
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• Sports & Recreation •
Western Sydney
Wanderers
Pirtek Stadium, O’Connell St, Parramatta
www.wswanderersfc.com.au
With Parramatta having such multi-cultural
roots, it’s no surprise that ‘the world game’ has
found such a welcome home here. The Western
Sydney Wanderers are the stars of A-League
soccer, having become Premiers during
their first two seasons and the 2014 Asian
Champions League winners. Their adoring fan
base is growing by the minute, so there’s no
better time to jump on the bandwagon than
right now.
RUGBY LEAGUE
Parramatta Eels
Pirtek Stadium, O’Connell St, Parramatta
www.parraeels.com.au
After forming in 1947, it took the Parramatta
Eels over thirty years to play in a Rugby
League Grand Final. But we’re not holding
any grudges, as since those humble club
beginnings, the Eels have gone on to win four
premierships while qualifying for five Grand
Finals in six seasons. Catch our boys at their
next home game at Pirtek Stadium.
Western Sydney
Wanderers fans
GOLF
Woodville Golf Course
118 Rawson Rd, Guildford, 02 9632 3582
Need to sort out your swing, or just unwind?
This 18-hole public course is open all year
round and boasts an on-site professional,
lessons and clinics, free parking and the nearby
Golf View Hotel. Also home to the annual
Junior Golf Pro-Am, which is for golfers aged
10 to 17 and is held every September.
Parramatta
Swimming Centre
O’Connell St, Parramatta, 02 9630 3669
Lunch breaks don’t come any more refreshing
than this. Open from 5am on weekdays and
as late as 8pm in summer, the Swimming
Centre features 50 metre Olympic lanes, twin
waterslides and a diving pool. It’s popular with
the before and after-work crowd.
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CYCLING
Parramatta Cycleways
Studies suggest if you skip the car commute
you’re almost guaranteed to get where you’re
going faster. Plus with the added benefits of
looking better, sleeping deeper, and saving our
beautiful planet, there’s really no excuse to not
take advantage of Parramatta’s ever-useful
cycle trails. For cycleways route maps visit:
www.bicycleinfo.nsw.gov.au
The two Transit-ways (or T-ways)
To the North-West and Liverpool, both include
shared pedestrian and cycle paths offering a
good route to Liverpool via Wetherill Park and
to Rouse Hill adjacent to Old Windsor Road.
The Parramatta to Liverpool Rail Trail
Nearly 17km long and runs parallel to the
railway line through Merrylands, Yennora
and Fairfield to Liverpool.
Cycle Route Highlights
The Parramatta Valley Cycleway
Runs from Morrison Bay Park in Ryde, heading
west along dedicated bike paths and the river
foreshore. Cyclists can ride to Parramatta CBD
or explore the connection to Sydney Olympic
Park via the Silverwater Bridge.
Lake Parramatta Reserve
PARRAMATTA RESERVES
Looking to keep those kids upbeat and
active this summer? Or perhaps you
just need a moment of serenity far away
from the bustle of city life? Time to take
a break in one of Parramatta’s gorgeous
green zones.
Granville Memorial Park
Lake Parramatta Reserve
James Ruse Reserve
28 Bourke St, North Parramatta
Five minutes from the centre of the
CBD, you’ll discover 73 hectares of
bushland and parkland, ideal for a
refreshing daytime break. Indulge in a
mind-cleansing nature stroll and keep
your eyes peeled for a kookaburra
or goanna.
2 Montrose Av, Merrylands
With over 13 hectares of inviting green
space, Granville Memorial Park has all
the room your family needs to get active
outdoors. Star attractions are the water
play park, basketballs courts and the skate
park. Good times guaranteed!
45 Hassall St, Parramatta
A superb new park that’s guaranteed to
become your family favourite. As well
as traditional slides and swings, James
Ruse Reserve also boasts rope climbing
frames, skate parks and an amazing
water play area, which will delight the kids
all summer long.
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• Accommodation •
HOTEL
Rydges Parramatta
Parkroyal Parramatta
HOTEL
Parkroyal Parramatta
30 Phillip St, Parramatta
02 9689 3333, www.parkroyalhotels.com
Looking for a getaway that embraces some of
the finer things in life? Recently awarded the
2014 Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor,
the Parkroyal’s famous hospitality is enhanced
by its fine food and high-class cocktail bar.
It’s also just a short stroll to the gourmet and
shopping mecca of Church Street.
HOTEL
Novotel Parramatta
116-118 James Ruse Dr, Rosehill
02 8863 7600, www.rydges.com
Within trotting distance of the Rosehill
Racecourse and the famous Sydney Valvoline
Raceway, be sure to plan ahead if you’re booking
in for spring. Features award-winning food at
the Steeds Club Grill & Bar, not to mention the
unbeatable Rydges signature buffet breakfast.
HOTEL
Mercure Parramatta
106 Hassall St, Rosehill
02 8836 1000, www.accorhotels.com
Building their reputation through spacious
rooms and personalised service, Mercure is
well suited to family, business or pleasure
travellers. The on site M Restaurant & Bar is
a standout, where the passion of Mercure’s
Executive Chef Adam Norton shines through.
350 Church St, Parramatta, 02 9630 4999
www.novotelparramatta.com.au
Novotel Parramatta offers location, location,
location, with the vibrant Church Street,
Riverside Theatre, and the Parramatta River
Foreshore right on your doorstep. If shopping
and theatre aren’t quite your thing, Pirtek
Stadium is just a block away. Family friendly,
conference and wedding prepared, this 4.5 star
hotel has all the bases covered.
HOTEL
HOTEL
SHORT TERM APARTMENTS
Mantra Parramatta
Meriton Apartments
Cnr Parkes St & Valentine Ave, Parramatta,
02 9685 1600, www.mantra.com.au
Boasting recently refurbished rooms within a
respected contemporary hotel, all the boxes are
ticked at Mantra. Modern Australian cuisine?
Check. An immaculately maintained pool, spa
and gym? Check. And located just a hundred
metres from the Westfield Parramatta, Mantra
also has an enviable location.
180 George St, Parramatta, 02 8831 4300
www.meritonapartments.com.au
Overlooking the Parramatta River, Meriton
has the option of 202 luxurious self-contained
furnished apartments. Whether you need a
studio, one, two or three bedroom apartment,
Meriton are renowned for their quality, homeaway-from-home spaces, that feature pool, gym
and spa/sauna facilities.
Holiday Inn
18-40 Anderson St, Parramatta
02 9891 1277, www.holidayinn.com
A highly rated, affordable hotel situated
between Parramatta and Harris Park Station.
While you’re there, try out Executive Chef
Simon Wong’s celebrated new menu at the
hotel restaurant Twenty One Fifty.
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How to get there...
By Bus
By Train
Hop on a 520 or M52 bus to get to or from
Ryde, Gladesville, Drummoyne, Rozelle and
Sydney CBD. Other services depart from the
Parramatta Transport Interchange, which is a
seven minute walk from Parramatta Wharf.
A rail trip between the City and Parramatta
takes about half an hour. Direct services run
to and from Wynyard, Town Hall, Central,
Strathfield, Blacktown, Penrith and Katoomba.
By Ferry
For a budget visit to Parramatta, take advantage
of great ticket deals on Family Funday Sundays.
When a minimum of one adult and one child
are travelling together, Sunday fares on
Sydney buses, trains, ferries and for Opal Card
holders are just $2.50 per person, all day cap.
Taking the Rivercat to Parramatta from Sydney
takes around 70 minutes. Ferries leave Circular
Quay and Darling Harbour wharves Mon–Fri
7.53am–4.07pm; Sat 7.07am–6.07pm; Sun
7.07am–6.02pm.
By Shuttle
Departing every ten minutes, the green
Parramatta Shuttle Bus runs from Monday to
Friday between 7am and 6.30pm and from 8am
to 4pm on weekends. The route is a 12-stop
loop around Parramatta’s city centre and best
of all, it’s free!
Family Funday Sundays
Need timetables, fares and other information to plan
your trip to Parramatta? Contact Transport Info on
131 500 or visit www.transportnsw.info
For more information, contact the Parramatta
Visitor Information Centre on 02 8839 3311 or email
[email protected]
Parramatta Heritage & Visitor
Information Centre
For more information on everything Parramatta has to offer
• Local Studies & Family History
• Research Services
http://arc.parracity.nsw.gov.au
• Exhibitions
• Venue Hire
The Information Centre is open 7 days
(excluding Christmas Day and Good Friday)
346A Church Street, Parramatta
T (02) 8839 3311
25 Getting There
NEW
KIOSK OPENING
IN 2015
Centenary Square
opposite Parramatta
Town Hall
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