Mirvac and its joint venture partner Mitsubishi Estate Asia have revealed a world-first line-up of international and Australian hospitality names for Harbourside in Darling Harbour. For the first time, international dining brands Mott 32, Avio Mare and Brasserie Astoria will come together side-by-side in one waterfront destination, advancing Harbourside’s transformation into Sydney’s premier dining and entertainment precinct.
Mott 32 is the flagship brand of Maximal Concepts, the Hong Kong restaurant group co-founded by Malcolm Wood and Matt Reid, and one of the most awarded Chinese restaurant names in the world. Brasserie Astoria is led by chef and founder Björn Frantzén, currently the only chef in the world to simultaneously hold three Michelin stars for three different restaurants. Avio Mare is the Southern Mediterranean restaurant from Steelhead Group, whose founders are behind highly awarded restaurant brands known globally, and Harbourside will be among the first Avio Mare restaurants outside Hong Kong.
The three international concepts, expected to open in Spring 2027 at Harbourside, will anchor a broader collection of dining, lifestyle and waterfront experiences, bringing international calibre and a distinctly Sydney character to Darling Harbour.
Stuart Penklis, Mirvac CEO, Development, said the announcement is a major milestone in Harbourside’s evolution as a destination for Sydneysiders, workers and visitors, as the precinct celebrates completion of construction of its highest point, 50 storeys above Sydney Harbour.
“When we set out to reimagine Harbourside, we wanted to give Sydney a waterfront dining destination to rival the best in the world. Securing operators of this standing shows that ambition is now being realised.
“These are restaurants people travel across the world to experience. Soon Sydneysiders will be able to enjoy them on Darling Harbour, right alongside some of the city’s most exciting local talent.
“Alongside fresh concepts, local favourites and lifestyle experiences, we’re creating a waterfront destination that is both world class, distinctly Sydney and welcoming to locals and visitors alike.”
Yosuke Matsunaga, Head of Australia, Mitsubishi Estate Asia said: “The hospitality line-up announced today represents the calibre and quality of the Harbourside precinct. For our Harbourside residents, the appeal is having this unique, incredible dining, entertainment and waterfront experience at their doorstep, while still having a private sanctuary above it.”
Gary Carroll of One Hospitality Group said: “Harbourside is our flagship project and the start of a broader ambition to bring leading global hospitality brands to Australia. Working with Mirvac and our international brand partners, we will operate these restaurants in partnership with their founders at one of the country’s most iconic waterfront locations. One Hospitality Group will create more than 1350 jobs across our Harbourside venues, and during construction of the hospitality precinct housing our venues. This represents a significant investment in Sydney’s hospitality industry, creating opportunities for local talent and contributing to the city’s long-term economic growth,” Mr Carroll said.
“Many Australians have eaten at Mott 32 and at Björn Frantzén’s restaurants in Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai, and Las Vegas. Sydney will be among the first cities in the world to have Avio Mare. Now Sydneysiders can enjoy that calibre of dining at home, combined with the warmth of Australian hospitality and the setting of Darling Harbour.”
Together, Mott 32, Avio Mare and Brasserie Astoria will occupy more than 1,650 square metres of premium waterfront restaurant space. They will be joined by award-winning Platinum Group, the team behind some of Sydney’s favourite waterfront destinations including Luna Lu, who will bring new concepts Darling Eatery, Koa and Sir Seafood. Harbourside will also bring together a strong collection of local and established operators delivering some of the city’s best-loved casual dining options.
Harbourside will also feature 27,500 square metres of premium grade office space, including 2,000 square metres of high-end, superboutique fitness, health and wellness and 4,500 square metres of event, conferencing and third party space by Doltone House.
“The calibre and breadth of retailers and partners we are welcoming to the precinct demonstrates that global attention is now firmly trained on Harbourside as we approach completion in 2027,” said Mr Penklis.
“Mott 32 and the Frantzén Group have a stature and reputation that is recognised globally, and we are delighted that in their search for a Sydney home they have embraced our vision for Harbourside and will join us in creating a new world of dining and entertainment that the city has never experienced before.”
More than $900 million in sales have been transacted in the 48-level Harbourside Residences, with penthouses and sub-penthouses now available by invitation only. A celebration of Australian luxury, drawing inspiration from the landscape, Harbourside Residences rises from a podium above retail along the waterfront boardwalk and four floors of modern workspace.
“Harbourside Residences is the pinnacle of Darling Harbour’s $15 billion renewal; residents will move in to a completely transformed Darling Harbour with everything at their doorstep, whilst enjoying a meticulously crafted personal sanctuary, with views out to Sydney Harbour and beyond,” said Mr Penklis.
All but a couple of the first release of apartments were taken up by local buyers, many with fond memories and an attachment to Darling Harbour. Forty per cent of these were previous purchasers of Mirvac properties, whose reputation for quality and luxury has been forged over 54 years of development across Australia. The final selection of 3- & 4-bedroom apartments are now available for purchase.
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