The north shore is a beautiful part of Sydney, and its proximity to the water means an abundance of restaurants and bars with stunning views.

With beautiful scenery to enjoy, time spent shopping and dining in this area is like being on holiday. You can lose hours exploring the luxe fashion boutiques, homewares stores and fine diners.

We’ve teamed up with American Express to bring you the creme de la creme of local businesses so you can support your favourites. Armed with these shopping lists, you can shop small around the area — from the bustling streets of Chatswood to the Mosman boutiques — all with your American Express Card.

GETTING AROUND

The traditional way to reach the north shore is via ferry. You can hop on the Mosman Bay route at Circular Quay, which takes around 20 minutes. Alternatively, you can hop on the T1 train line to North Sydney, then jump on the 230 bus. If you’re heading to Crows Nest or Chatswood, stay on the train — it’ll deposit you right at their doorsteps.

DON’T MISS

Bringing a little bit of Europe to the north shore is Four Frogs Creperie, a quaint cafe serving up some of the most delicious crepes outside of France. Head there for an indulgent savoury crepe with bacon, swiss cheese and raclette potatoes cooked in cider. Have more of a sweet tooth? Try the one with organic maple syrup.

HIGH STREETS

Mosman’s Military Road, lined with cosy cafes, luxe restaurants and high-end shops, is the main thoroughfare of the harbourside suburb. In Crows Nest, you’ll find most of the action happening just off Princes Highway on Willoughby Road. Keep travelling up the highway and you’ll land in Chatswood.

LOCALS LOVE

When you live on this side of the bridge, you’ve likely marked some special occasion — a birthday, anniversary, promotion or graduation — at Burnt Orange. With sweeping water views, an artfully designed interior and incredible food to boot, you can’t go to this long-standing local institution just once.

THE SHOPPING LISTS

Explore three of the north shore's thriving shopping precincts.

Florian from Four Frogs Crêperie
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  • Restaurant

    Annata

    69 Willoughby Road, Crows Nest

    A hatted Crows Nest gem stepping up the North Shore's fine dining game with a seriously impressive wine list.

  • Restaurant

    Mama Mulan

    Level 1, The Concourse, Chatswood

    Chatswood's stunning 180-seat restaurant pairs an elegant modern space with regional Chinese fare.

  • Restaurant

    Shuk Chatswood

    260 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood

    A lower north shore spot from Bondi's much-loved Israeli cafe.

  • Restaurant

    Three Beans Chatswood Chase

    345 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood

    Brunch in a shopping centre just got better.

  • Restaurant

    Kazzi Beach Greek

    11A The Esplanade, Mosman

    A Greek Island-inspired eatery opposite Balmoral Beach.

  • Shop

    Ume-Ya

    34-48 Alexander Street, Crows Nest

    Head to this Crows Nest store for speciality goods from Japan.

  • Shop

    Endota Spa Crows Nest

    38 Willoughby Road, Sydney

    Pamper yourself at this certified organic spa.

  • Bar

    The Crow Bar

    6 Burlington Street, Crows Nest

    Head to this bar on Sundays for free live music.

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    Aje Chatswood Chase

    345 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood

    Where you'll find edgy casual clothes through to embellished evening wear.

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    Cyclery Northside

    815 Pacific Highway, Chatswood

    Test ride gravel bikes and lightweight e-bikes at this specialist store.

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    Penny's Quality Butchers

    880 Military Road, Mosman

    A traditional butchers with style.

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    Exclusive Meats North Turramurra

    288 Bobbin Head Road, North Turramurra

    Find Nuremberg-style bratwurst and continental frankfurters at this family-run butchers.

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    Tom's Cellars

    284 Bobbin Head Road, North Turramurra

    A boutique bottle-o that stocks booze by the small guys.

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    Balmoral Cellars

    7 The Esplanade, Mosman

    This beachside bottle-o and convenience store has been around since 1951.

  • Restaurant

    Pattison's Patisserie - CLOSED

    345 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood

    Beautiful desserts that taste as good as they look, and the coffee's pretty good, too.

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    Quattro Deli

    365 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood

    Build your ideal charcuterie board at this traditional Italian grocer.

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    Fresh City Fruit & Vegetables

    256-260 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood

    A friendly neighbourhood green grocer in Chatswood.

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    Monsterthreads Chatswood

    1 Anderson Street, Chatswood

    Find t-shirts, accessories and left-of-centre gifts featuring designs by independent artists from around the globe.

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    The Source Bulk Foods

    2/34-48 Alexander Street (entrance On Burlington Street), Crows Nest

    Stock up on organic pantry staples at this waste-free local store.

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    Floriade

    870 Military Road, Mosman

    A longstanding florist in the heart of Mosman.

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