Messina Chinatown

Chinatown, Sydney, NSW 🍨 Desserts & Gelato

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Opening hours

Monday12 pm – 10:30 pm
Tuesday12 pm – 10:30 pm
Wednesday12 pm – 10:30 pm
Thursday12 pm – 10:30 pm
FridayOpen 24 hours
Saturday12 pm – 11 pm
Sunday12 pm – 10:30 pm

Times shown in local time (Sydney). Public holiday hours may differ.

  • AddressChinatown NSW
  • CuisineIce Cream
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Chinatown NSW · 1.1 km from Sydney centre

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At a glance

About Messina

Located in Chinatown, NSW, Messina is a desserts & gelato dessert bar serving locals and visitors alike. You'll find it at Chinatown NSW, roughly 1.1 km from the Sydney city centre.

Dessert bars, gelaterias and patisseries are the perfect after-dinner stop — gelato, waffles, cakes, bubble tea and more, often open late.

Messina is open 7 days, open late on Fridays & Saturdays; the venue offers dine-in, outdoor seating.

Planning a night out in Chinatown? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Lilong by Taste of Shanghai and Kürtősh.

Amenities & services

  • Dine-in
  • Outdoor seating

What to order

Signature desserts & gelato dishes to look out for.

Full menu guide →
FrozenGelatoRotating seasonal flavours
Warm dessertsWafflesWith ice cream and chocolate sauce
Cakes & drinksCheesecakeBaked New York style

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Closest restaurants to Messina

The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.

Map of Chinatown →
  1. 1
    Lilong by Taste of Shanghai 🥟 Chinese · Chinatown
    20 mW · 1 min walk
  2. 2
    Kürtősh ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Chinatown
    20 mN · 1 min walk
  3. 3
    Sushi Sei by Kuon 🍣 Japanese · Chinatown
    40 mNE · 1 min walk
  4. 4
    Tea Republic – Chinatown
    Tea Republic 🍨 Desserts & Gelato · Chinatown
    40 mE · 1 min walk
  5. 5
    Machi machi 🍨 Desserts & Gelato · Chinatown
    40 mS · 1 min walk
  6. 6
    Chinta Ria 🍽️ International · Chinatown
    40 mN · 1 min walk
  7. 7
    Shortstop Coffee & Donuts ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 15 Little Hay Street, Haymarket
    50 mE · 1 min walk
  8. 8
    Pancakes on the Rocks 🍽️ International · Chinatown
    50 mW · 1 min walk
  9. 9
    Auvers ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Chinatown
    60 mN · 1 min walk
  10. 10
    Dopa – Chinatown
    Dopa 🍽️ International · Chinatown
    60 mE · 1 min walk

Recommended in the area

Well-documented favourites near Chinatown — with photos, opening hours and contact details.

Zia Pina Pizzeria – 93 George Street, The RocksInternational

Zia Pina Pizzeria

93 George Street, The Rocks2.2 km away · 27 min walk
Thai Pothong – 294 King Street, NewtownThai

Thai Pothong

294 King Street, Newtown2.9 km away · 7 min drive
Nagomi Japanese Dining – 461 Miller Street, CammerayJapanese

Nagomi Japanese Dining

461 Miller Street, Cammeray6.4 km away · 13 min drive
Angelo's Cabarita – Phillips Street, CabaritaItalian

Angelo's Cabarita

Phillips Street, Cabarita8.3 km away · 16 min drive
Gyuniku – Shop 34/1 Dixon Street, ChinatownJapanese

Gyuniku

Shop 34/1 Dixon Street, Chinatown260 m away · 3 min walk
Loam – 47-53 Wentworth Avenue, SydneyInternational

Loam

47-53 Wentworth Avenue, Sydney690 m away · 8 min walk

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Kuki Soft Serve & Cookies

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Gong Cha

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ChaHalo

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Heytea

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Eating out in Chinatown

Chinatown is home to 136 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Sydney area with 5,266 venues. The local dining scene leans towards international restaurants, chinese restaurants, desserts & gelato. Within 25 km of Messina there are 7,508 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.

Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Haymarket (350 m), Ultimo (390 m), Thai Town (420 m), Koreatown (540 m).

Cuisine mix in Chinatown

  • 🍽️ International36
  • 🥟 Chinese26
  • 🍨 Desserts & Gelato18
  • ☕ Cafés & Brunch12
  • 🍣 Japanese10

Frequently asked questions

Where is Messina located?

Messina is located at Chinatown NSW. It is about 1.1 km from the centre of Sydney. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.

What are the opening hours of Messina?

Messina is open 7 days, open late on Fridays & Saturdays. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Sydney time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.

What kind of food does Messina serve?

Messina serves Ice Cream cuisine. Browse our desserts & gelato menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.

What is the closest restaurant to Messina?

The closest venue is Lilong by Taste of Shanghai, about 20 m to the west (1 min walk). Other close options include Kürtősh (20 m), Sushi Sei by Kuon (40 m), Tea Republic (40 m).

What are some recommended places to eat near Messina?

Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Zia Pina Pizzeria (International, 2.2 km), Thai Pothong (Thai, 2.9 km), Nagomi Japanese Dining (Japanese, 6.4 km).

Where else can I find desserts & gelato food near Chinatown?

Other desserts & gelato venues close by include Bengong Black (60 m), Bubble Nini (80 m), Kuki Soft Serve & Cookies (100 m).

How many restaurants are there in Chinatown?

Our guide lists 136 places to eat in Chinatown, most commonly international restaurants (36), chinese restaurants (26), desserts & gelato (18). Within 25 km there are 7,508 venues in total.