Overview
Launched in early 2025, Potts Point upstart Salad Days didn't waste any time building up a cult following for its stacked bowls jam-packed with veggie-focused nourishment. Now the brand has sprouted a second location, opening in a larger storefront in Alexandria complete with a full-scale commercial kitchen.
Making the most of this expanded space, the next chapter of Salad Days also comes with a new collaborative menu boasting serious culinary credentials. That's because the entire thing has been developed in partnership with Andrew Hardjasudarma and Yuvi Thu, the brains behind trendsetting Sydney cafes Room Ten and Pina.
Built around 12 signature bowls, the duo haven't torn up Salad Days' budding formula. Striking the balance between freshness, texture and spice, reimagined favourites and inventive additions bring a new dimension to the menu. A highlight? The Taco Tuesday features harissa chicken, cherry tomatoes, corn chips and more, drizzled with a zesty lime, coriander and jalapeño dressing.
"We wanted the bowls to feel simple but smart," says Hardjasudarma. "Food that's easy to eat every day but still has the flavour and balance we care about at Room Ten and Pina."
Stepping into the Alexandria store, the design straddles the line between a neighbourhood hang-out and an operational hub. Equally well-served for quick lunches as late afternoon catch-ups, customers will encounter a modern industrial space brimming with good tunes, natural light and a steady hum of energy resonating from the open kitchen.
While the rise of Salad Days throughout 2025 has been impressive enough, the crew isn't slowing down. In fact, the Alexandria opening marks the beginning of a wider expansion, with a new Sydney CBD store slated to launch next year. "This space brings our team, our food, and our vision together under one roof; it's where we'll grow from, create from, and continue to redefine what healthy fast food can be," says Salad Days Co-Founder Louie Abdullah.
Salad Days Alexandria is now open daily from 11.30am–9pm at 88 McEvoy Street, Alexandria. Head to the website for more information.
Images: Alana Dimou.