Sydney, Australia – Wednesday 26th March 2025 – Sydney’s highly anticipated food destination, Hay St Market at Paddy’s has opened its doors today, adding an exciting new experience to the Haymarket precinct. This Sydney-first concept is a celebration of food, culture and community, bringing together a dynamic collection of traders and cuisines under one roof in the heart of Haymarket.

More than three years in the making and spanning 3,000 square metres of Paddy’s Markets, Hay St Market is home to over 48 traders offering more than 25 cuisines. At its heart, it’s an open, bustling space that shifts from morning to an after-dark foodie destination. Visitors can snack on the go, kick back with a bite, grab something for home or chill out at Cans & Crates or Traders Bar!   

This multi-million dollar transformation is set to revitalise the Haymarket precinct, increase tourism to Haymarket, and create more than 300 jobs.

“We’ve left no stone unturned in creating Hay St Market at Paddy’s – an affordable destination that Sydney can be proud of, where visitors can eat, drink, and shop. Inspired by some of the world’s best markets, we’ve built something extraordinary that harnesses Sydney’s cultural diversity, offers a twist on tradition, and taps into our collective love of food and beverage,” says Joseph Murray, Group CEO and Managing Director of Doltone Hospitality Group 

CULINARY ICONS COME TOGETHER & UNLEASH THEIR PASSION

World-renowned chefs and culinary legends, including Luke Nguyen – celebrated chef, restaurateur, author, and TV presenter, alongside Indigenous Australian chef, TV personality, and restaurateur Mark Olive, are infusing Hay St Market with their passion, flair, and expertise. Together, they're bringing their unique culinary visions to life, creating an unforgettable food experience.

Visitors can expect to sample Nguyen’s father’s closely guarded Pho recipe at Pho Chu Lap with its famous 24-hour broth and Luke Luk Dumplings serving up epic Singapore Chilli Crab and Laksa dumplings, packed with big flavours in every bite. Nguyen’s take on the traditional Banh Mi at Madam Banh Mi, gives customers a journey through regional Vietnam. His signature Bo Kho will feature a tender braised wagyu beef brisket on a crunchy baguette with traditional trimmings, dunked into a bright fresh salsa. 

Mark Olive fires up the grill at Little Midden, drawing on Australian Indigenous flavours with a seafood repertoire featuring his sensational Smoked Blue Gum Barramundi and Bell Pepper skewers, seasoned with a touch Salt Bush and Pepper Berry.

To deliver an unforgettable food-first experience, Hay St Market has teamed up with artisanal traders who are true masters of their craft. Joining the market is Tim Casey, a specialist butcher with over 50 years of experience and former Head Butcher at Rockpool, now bringing his expertise to Love Me Tender. Christina Murphy, a talented cheesemonger who honed her craft in the finest fromageries in Paris, will curate The Cheese Table, offering a selection of cheeses and accompaniments from around the world. And at The Signorelli Bros greengrocer, Frank Canturi, a seasoned expert with generations of experience in the fresh produce industry, will provide the best local and seasonal offerings.

A TASTE OF THE WORLD UNDER ONE ROOF

To celebrate Australia’s melting pot of cultures, Hay St Market traders will showcase flavours from around the world. Visitors can expect to taste: 

• The traditions of Greece at Nico’s Cypriot Chargrill, will feature house-made Sheftalies (lamb and pork sausages seasoned with cinnamon, onions and mint) and crispy Loukamades drizzled with lavender honey, cinnamon or even a miso butterscotch sauce
• The sell-out 11 hour smoked BBQ Beef Brisket pie, along with other savoury favourites from The Pie Guy by Broomfields 
• The Fish Co, offering a dedicated sushi and sashimi section, an oyster bar, an array of fresh prawns, and a live filleting station
• Authentic Mexican flavours at Taco Nixtamal with tortillas made using the traditional nixtamal technique and a unique salsa featuring three different types of chilli
• European inspired flavours at El Mercado Spanish Deli (stocking the finest Losada olives, 25 year old aged Pedro Ximinéz vinegars or Don Bocarte Cantabric Anchovies), Mika’s Deli featuring Polish and continental delicacies, and Italian classics at Pasta E Basta, Pizzarina and Biaggio Coffee and Cannoli with cannoli piped to order!
• Middle Eastern favourites including a crispy gozleme from GozleME, and traditional shawarma with house made Saj bread from Najla’s Lebanese Street Food
• Smashed burgers with a special burger sauce from Burger Box, and Gigi’s Hotdogs which includes an Asian inspired hot dog with a pig’s head sausage sourced from LP’s Quality Meats.
• Handmade pastries and artisan baked goods from Thomas Hay Bakery and Paddy’s Patisserie
• Specialty coffee roasted in-house with Genovese’s finest beans, delivering bold, rich flavours in every cup at Hay St Roasters.
• Cans & Crates features over 180 canned drinks from around the world, including RTD’s, cocktails, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic options from Australia, Japan, Italy, Korea, Mexico, and beyond. Step back in time, visit Traders Bar, where nostalgic drinks are created, craft brews, and regional wines take centre stage. 

For the full list of traders, across food, retail and produce click here. 

 

MORE THAN JUST A MARKET
Visitors will be able to pair their Hay St Market experience with Market City’s entertainment precinct featuring karaoke, arcades and late-night shopping, as well as enjoy the seamless integration of Paddy’s Markets, which continues to offer the stalls, bargains, and fresh produce that have made it an iconic part of Sydney’s landscape.

“Millions of people visit Paddy’s Markets each and every year, and the launch of Hay St Market offers more reasons for locals and tourists to come to Paddy’s for an added food and beverage experience,” says Dale Doonan, Interim CEO at Sydney Markets Limited. “We’ve been a destination in Sydney’s Haymarket for decades, and our traders at Paddy’s Haymarket will continue to offer their vast array of wares including gifts, technology, clothing, produce, souvenirs and much more. This incredible partnership will continue to revitalise Haymarket and officially starts an exciting new chapter for Paddy’s Markets.”

 

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About Hay St Market at Paddy’s:     

Hay St Market at Paddy’s is Sydney’s hottest foodie destination. With over 48 traders under one roof, Hay St Market at Paddy’s is a buzzing, fully licensed market where you can eat, drink, shop and play—from morning ‘till late – 7 days. Hay St Market at Paddy’s reimagines one of the city’s most iconic market experiences, celebrating Sydney’s multicultural community and diversity.

 

About Paddy’s Market:     

Paddy’s Markets spans two unique shopping destinations: Paddy’s Flemington located in Homebush, and Paddy’s Haymarket located in the heart of Chinatown. As one of Sydney’s most iconic markets, Paddy’s Haymarket is for the curious of mind, and the budget conscious. It is a traditional market offering tourist souvenirs, imported and local women’s fashion, kids clothes, hair accessories, jewellery as well as gifts, gadgets, fresh produce, seafood, a butcher and more.