Another shopping centre and another review of a shopping centre. I'm not really sure why I'm…read morewriting a review of a shopping centre. Maybe it is because it is one of those places where you can stroll through and I can then say that I have been there, and as such I can then write a review on it. Well, as far as shopping centres go, in particular Westfield shopping Centres, this one really isn't all that big. Still, they have everything that you would expect in a shopping centre, and a reasonable range of shops, as far as shopping centres go of course. Not surprisingly they are all big name brands as well.

This place was a big freaking deal when it first opened. One of the first Westfields. The very…read morefirst Westfield was in Blacktown, just west of here. The name Westfield is derived from "west" related to the West-Sydney location, and "field" due to having located on subdivided farmland. But this one in Burwood was close to follow, called Westfield Shoppingtown back then. Went back to check it out in November 2012, and it looked a little hokey and cramped. Things seem so big when you are small. Who would want to grocery shop here now? Seems a little bit like a relic, and the stores are kinda lame now. Wish I could give it more than two stars. Wikipedia says that Westfield Group currently has interests in total assets worth Aus$58 billion, owning 119 shopping malls in four countries - Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States - with over 10 million square meters of retail space. It is the world's largest retail property group. I've never heard this, but it seems to me they want to have the name Westfield synonymous with the term "mall", so they drop the word "mall" from the name of a shopping center they buy and refurbish. There are huge Westfields in Santa Ana near where I live, and Topanga Canyon in LA for example that had their name changed from "mall".

This is a great shopping centre. It is right beside the train station, buses frequently pass by and…read morethere is always a car spot in the car park. The biggest attraction to this centre is IKEA. It is open long hours and there is designated parking areas for picking up that large box, which later will lovingly be put together! Ha There are a range of good restaurants at the centre and Reading Theatre. Be careful that you drive in only once to the car park. You can't re enter during the same day, this is to prevent people driving in and driving out within 3 hours and hope to get another 3 free hours of parking. The number plates are photographed. I have seen people argue at the gate while the traffic is building up... not a pretty site.

Nothing special just like a shopping center with normal prices (high) lol so value would be okay…read moreselection there is a variety of of items. Service n/a. I'd rather go shopping at Manly Beach or downtown Sydney .

This stationary shop decked out wit other various items such a large wooden letters to help spell…read morenames, words, phrases and so forth. They also have ceramic items such as tea cup and saucer set, novelty items etc. From books, to calendars, notepads, pens, travel mugs, canvas prints, back to school packs and the list goes on. Cute store!

Be prepared to drive in circles. Parking here can be a little overwhelming if you are new to the…read moreshopping centre. If it isn't too hot go up to the sail covered parking area and there is normally a spot. The major feature of this shopping centre is IKEA. Yep love IKEA! I just don't like putting their furniture together...some people are made to solve puzzles, but not this little duck. ha There are a good range of other shops in the centre and there is plenty of wide isles and access for people needing assistance. The elevators are very large and there are ramps with a slight gradient. Target is the major department store and there is a large fruit/vegetable shop near a major supermarket. Bing Lee also features! Reading Theatres are surrounded by an excellent food court and a number of good varied restaurants. Several good coffee shops are throughout the centre with reasonable prices. The shopping centre is in walking distance to Rhodes Station. It is in walking distance to Meadowbank (half an hour) over the old historical train bridge, which is a lovely sight in itself.

I like Rhodes Shopping Centre because its not so big and generally not so busy…read more The big stores consist of IKEA, Reading cinemas, Phoenix Restaurant (Great Yum Cha) , Target and Coles and all these other little specialty stores. It only consists of 2 levels of retail space but I think its perfect. If you want Myer you can drive up to Top Ryde or there is always Westfields Parramatta if you want something bigger. Food court located on the end with the Cinemas or you can try some great sushi at Tomodachi.

The development on this old shell took a while, but this place is starting to take shape. With a…read moreKmart, Aldi and a Woolies, as well as a fresh market and fish shop, it's a one-stop shop for weekly groceries. There are also a heap of ready made food outlets, Bread Top, Donut King and sushi, and also several cafes including a gozleme shop!!! (Which is also excellent) The food outlets have all opened in the last couple of months and there is a surprising range. There's also a $2 shop, nail salon, dentist, acupuncture place and Priceline. There is a Chinese grocer upstairs and I think the old Spotlight might still be there too. The reason the 5th star is missing from this review is the fruit n veg market. That place lacks a distinct standard of quality that Sydney Siders are used to, and frankly the fruit and veg there is appalling. I'm surprised it's survived and it really is the missing link in what would otherwise be the best shopping centre from Parra to Burwood - and it's quiet enough to always get a park (unlike the other 2 Westfields). Amazingly close for residents of Newington and SOP.

There really isn't anything all that special about this shopping centre, which did surprise me…read moresomewhat considering that it does happen to be located at one of those very, very major railway stations. I guess having Burwood just down the road does have an effect upon it though. Yeah, it is pretty basic, and doesn't have a huge range of shops, but does provide what is needed to an extent.

Someone did a hit and run on my car in the car park. Called security and they said they write up a…read morereport but won't do anything else. They won't be reviewing the cameras

Grandmother outing paradise! Excellent bargains, easy to maneuver throughout the shopping centre…read moreand not too overwhelming for the old folks. Excellent produce, meats and fish that is REALLY cheap. They have made a lot of improvements over the years but the food court is really nice, full open sky lighting. Nice to see the place all jazzed up with flowers everywhere for mothers day. With a target, myer and all the regs shops with a medical centre and lots of health services available, it is the perfect place for seniors or bargain hunters.

Located as the base of the Sydney Tower, Westfield Sydney is a high end shopping center in the…read moreheart of Sydney downtown. Its major retailers are stores like Myer and Zara, with luxury brands like Gucci, Fendi, and Chanel. It is owned by the Centre Group, which was previously part of the Westfield Group, a multi-national based in Australia. The Westfield Group was split in 2014 into a Australia/New Zealand portion (Centre group which owns this mall) and the Westfield Corporation, which owns many shopping centers in Europe and the US, including many that I've been to (Westfield Old Orchard, Westfield Century City, Westfield Topanga, and Westfield Culver City). We spent a bit of time here while waiting for our reservation at the Sydney Tower, whose customer entrance is located in this mall.

We went to the Queen Victoria Building to look at their beautiful architecture and discovered that…read moreit is connected to a mall. Quality/Quantity - 10+ dining choices - See website. 6+ "quick" food choices. Approximately 235 businesses. Atmosphere - Good size mall, it actually connects to the other major mall in the Queen Victoria Building. They have the Sydney Tower Eye here $35 - $195 admission. The tower also has a restaurant and bar. Skywalk $50 - $195. Events, see their website. Free wifi, we did not use it. Open 7 days a week, from 9:30am or 10am to 7pm or 9pm. Open late on Thursdays - until 9pm. Service - Self service for us. Valet parking available; we take public transportation or ride share. Price - Depends on what you buy, eat, or drink. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 1960 with your 75 worldwide shopping centers. 2014 - Spin off from parent company. 2018 - New ownership, Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield.