The internet has been in a flurry the past few weeks in Sydney over the news of a Hello Kitty Diner opening in Chatswood. I was incredibly lucky to be invited to the media opening of the diner to share an early look at their Hello Kitty experience.
Inside the diner, it looks exactly like an upscale, retro diner mashed up with some Hello Kitty kawaii. I really liked the details such as the Hello Kitty neon bow on the wall, and the whiskers and bows on the counter stools.
This adorable merchandise was on display in the window. I don’t know if there are plans to sell Hello Kitty merchandise in the diner or not.
The adorable Hello Kitty grand opening cake by the talented teams at Bakedown Cakery and Spoon and Fork. They also created cookies for the guests to take home.
More incredibly cute merch in the window.
How adorable is the menu? The Hello Kitty Diner Soda is a special concoction exclusive to the diner, and is made from a secret blend of ingredients that Hello Kitty is partial to, including apples.
While our group was seated at these high chairs, there are also booths on the other side of the diner that area easier for kids to access.
The main menu. Kids’ meal is a cheese burger and fries, plus soda or milkshake for $10 ($12 if you choose the milkshake). Decently priced dishes, but not a lot of main meal options for vegetarians like myself – lucky they have a lot of sides. The menu has been developed in collaboration with Warren Turnbull from Surry Hills’ Chur Burger, resulting in traditional American diner food with an asian twist.
As guests at the opening, we were treated to the entire menu to sample. A seriously generous offering! Our favourites included the Pancake Milkshake, Mozzarella Sticks and Sweet Potato Fries. The burgers were a hit with the meat eaters, such as the Maple Burger, which was filled with crispy pork belly, maple glazed bacon, pink lady apple and green slaw.
Hello Kitty herself made a special appearance on the day, much to the delight of the kids and adults. What a celebrity!
The Hello Kitty Diner is supposed to officially to the public today if you’d like to check it out – please check their Facebook page for opening hours before heading in, as they might be delaying their public opening.
Highchairs: No.
Stroller storage: No.
Easy access: Yes.
Change tables: No.
Kids’ menu: Yes.
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436 Victoria Ave,
Chatswood NSW 2067
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Prices: $
Hours: Daily – check their Facebook page for details.
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It looks like lots of fun. Is it wheelchair accessible Christine?
I believe so Julie, but it’s not the most accessible. It’s on the 6th floor so you’ll need to get the elevator up there. One side of the restaurant has booth seating, but it’s very tight – I’m not sure a wheelchair could fit at the head of one of the tables and still allow staff to get past. Have you been to Brewristas in Glebe? Super kid and wheelchair friendly.
How fun! Sugarpuff is desperate to go
Sugarpuff would have enjoyed meeting Hello Kitty I think!
The food looks better than the one in Taipei, but not as Hello Kitty themed. Which isn’t necessarily a bad thing.
True Sara! The only HK themed food was a waffle and it wasn’t very obvious that it was a HK head.
Ahh this looks so cute! And the menu looks surprisingly delicious! (I must admit I often find these themed cafes focus on the novelty and not the standard of the food).
I would definitely say the focus is on the food, not the novelty with this cafe.
So much kawaii! Shame there aren’t more veg options but I’d still be keen to check it out for the cutesy factor.
Yeah for sure, it’s really cute! I loved the menus and stools!
Yep, delayed opening. Wife went today Chatswood today and popped in to see if they were open. At least she can see what the food looks like from your photos!
Oh that’s a shame – I just saw on their Instagram that they are opening tomorrow. And yes, now you know what to expect food-wise!
I bet this will be a popular place. I like that the menu is not totally kid food and has something for the (meat-eating) adults. The expression on your daughter’s face when she sees Hello Kitty is fantastic.
I’m sure it’s going to be crazy popular! Oh that Hello Kitty moment – the kids were literally screaming “HELLO KITTY!!” It was the best.
This looks awesome pitty there isn’t one in Brisbane.
Fingers crossed someone will open one there too!
I think I’m going to have to come down the M1 with the girls to check this out – how utterly cool!
I’m sure they would enjoy it!
Oooh it’s so cute. I have been planning to take my Hello Kitty mad daughter there an blog it too! She loves it so much we had a Hello Kitty party a couple of years ago.
Ask for a freakshake when you go! They look amazing 😉
I really want to go there!
It’s worth a visit!