Departmental release

"Purple Flag program flies to new heights, expanding across more night-time precincts"

Four of Sydney’s leading night-time destinations – Chinatown in Haymarket, Burwood CBD, Canley Heights and Canley Vale – have now been accredited under the Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner’s Purple Flag program, providing the tick of approval that these areas are welcoming and vibrant precincts thriving after dark.

Ministerial media release

"Wave of entertainment precincts set to roll out across NSW"

The fight to bring back Sydney’s nightlife will enter a new chapter with Burwood and Fairfield committing to establish NSW’s next Special Entertainment Precincts (SEP).

Real Commercial

"Burwood named one of the Coolest suburbs in Australia"

Burwood, one of Australia’s most multicultural suburbs, comes alive through its diverse food scene, highlighted by the vibrant Chinatown Night Markets, a popular hawker-style precinct since 2023.

Urban List

"One of Best Street Food Markets in Sydney"

Burwood's Chinatown Night Market pulls together some of the best Asian market food stalls across four nights of outdoor late night feasts.

sydney.com

“Sydney.com featured Burwood Chinatown as cultural hub celebrating Sydney’s vibrant multicultural spirit”

Burwood Chinatown offers a mouth-watering mix of nostalgic home-style dishes and the latest food trends from across Asia.

“Burwood Chinatown has been featured among 10 must-try street food spots in Western Sydney by Sydney.com”

Burwood Chinatown is recognised as a vibrant Inner West dining precinct known for neon lights, diverse street food and lively atmosphere.

Burwood Council

"Burwood Chinatown has been featured as one of the three vibrant premises by Burwood Council"

Burwood recognised as a night time destination - and Burwood Chinatown continues to be among one of the special entertainment precinct

Time Out

"Burwood Chinatown has been featured among Sydney’s top experiences for 2025 by Time Out"

Burwood Chinatown continues to redefine Sydney’s dining and entertainment scene — earning its place as one of the city’s coolest and most dynamic destinations this year.

7NEWS

7 News featured Burwood Chinatown as one of Sydney’s hottest destinations.

From authentic Asian eats and buzzing markets to live entertainment and late-night vibes

The Guardian

“A vibrant culture, a dynamic food scene and lively atmosphere in the suburb’”

Burwood is Sydney’s cultural playground, a place to eat, play, live, and celebrate the rich cultural offerings of our diverse and vibrant community.

The Guardien

"Burwood has the soul of what makes a city cool."

Burwood has earned its spot as one of the world’s coolest neighbourhoods because it blends vibrant street food, multicultural nightlife, and a lively community vibe into a unique suburban experience.

The Daily Telegraph

"Burwood has been crowned Australia’s No.1 “coolest” and most vibrant neighbourhood"

Celebrated for its buzzing nightlife, diverse food culture, safety, and lively atmosphere that keeps the streets busy day and night.

Time Out

”Burwood has been named the 16th coolest neighbourhood in the world by Time Out, making it Australia’s coolest suburb."

Recognised for its vibrant food scene, nightlife, diversity, and community spirit, Burwood ranked above global hotspots to secure its place as Australia’s coolest neighbourhood

Asia Property Awards

Burwood Chinatown awarded for 2024 Best Retail Development！

Weekend Sunrise

"Burwood Chinatown was featured on Channel 7 Sunrise!"

Good Food

"Sydney's Chinatowns hope to bounce back in the Year of the Rabbit"

As Asian restaurateurs usher in Lunar New Year, Burwood Chinatown is emerging from the pandemic as a key destination for Sydneysiders seeking novel, inexpensive food experiences.

Broadsheet

"Introducing Burwood Chinatown"

Step Into the Neon-Lit Hawker-Style Food Alley at Burwood Chinatown for Fried Ice-Cream, Hand-Pulled Noodles and More.

Concrete Playground

"Lunar New Year at Burwood Chinatown"

Free bubble tea. Mochi doughnuts. Fried chicken. Burwood Chinatown is throwing one tasty party to celebrate the incoming Year of the Rat.

TimeOut

"Burwood Chinatown Gave Away Free Messina Ice Cream"

The frozen dessert masters will be bringing their ever so 'grammable vintage ice cream truck to Burwood Chinatown.

The Daily Telegraph

"Sydney Eat Street: Inner-west suburb of Burwood a top spot for Lunar New Year treats"

If you are looking to celebrate Lunar New Year over a snack or a feast with friends then this inner-west Sydney suburb has to be on the list.

"Burwood Set To Be Home To Sydney’s Next Big Eat Street"

Burwood has all the cultural offerings and the town centre should be a place that’s really lively in the day and night.

Urban List

"Messina Is Handing Out Free Scoops Of Gelato at Burwood Chinatown"

Stop absolutely everything because Burwood Chinatown is throwing one mega party this weekend and free scoops of Gelato Messina are involved.

ellaslist

"The Inner West Is Getting Two New Foodie Precincts"

Burwood will be home to a new Eat Street based on the late night hawker-style markets of Hong Kong, Singapore and Shanghai