IKEA - Tempe

Whatever hour you pop by this sprawling Sydney outpost of the popular Swedish homewares chain, you're bound to find it buzzing. Families, couples, singles and uni students all pack it out on a regular basis, wandering through to pick up essentials and – if they're anything like us – plenty of affordable, didn't-know-ya-needed-it items for the bathroom, kitchen, loungeroom and more.

Recharge after your shopping spree with their world-famous Swedish meatballs from the coffee shop. They also offer hot breakfasts for just $3.49, free wardrobe workshops and GoGet van bookings if you're planning on making a big, unwieldy purchase.