Simon’s Pick of the Week: Corner 75 Randwick — Where Hungarian Heritage Meets Modern Excellence

After 35 years in Sydney’s transport industry, I’ve dropped countless passengers at restaurants across this beautiful city. But every so often, a place captures something truly special — a combination of heritage, warmth, and exceptional food that deserves celebration. This week, Corner 75 in Randwick earns that distinction, and I’m thrilled to share why this reborn Hungarian institution should be on every Sydney food lover’s radar.

A Love Letter to Sydney’s Hungarian Community

Tucked away at 75 Frenchmans Road in Randwick, Corner 75 has been a precious cornerstone of Sydney’s Hungarian-Australian community for over 40 years. Behind its signature lace curtains and paprika-red walls, generations have gathered to celebrate weddings, birthdays, and the simple joy of authentic Hungarian hospitality. The restaurant isn’t just a dining room — it’s a living archive of memories, photographs, and stories that connect Sydney’s Hungarian families to their homeland.

In 2025, something remarkable happened. Rather than letting this beloved institution fade into history, three exceptional restaurateurs saw an opportunity to honour the past while breathing new life into Corner 75’s future.

The Dream Team Behind Randwick’s Revival

When Alexander Kelly and Jean-Paul El Tom from Marrickville’s acclaimed Baba’s Place joined forces with Sixpenny’s Daniel Puskas, Sydney’s food scene took notice. This wasn’t a corporate takeover or a trendy makeover — this was a mission born from genuine connection and respect.

For Daniel Puskas, Corner 75 represents something deeply personal. With Hungarian heritage of his own, he saw the chance to explore his roots while preserving a community treasure that had served Sydney for four decades. Together with Kelly and El Tom, who’ve built their reputation on creating warm, neighbourhood-focused dining experiences, they’ve achieved something rare: honouring tradition while elevating it to new heights.

Under the expert guidance of head chef Carley Scheidegger and service director Alice Tremayne (an Attica alum who brings refined hospitality with genuine warmth), Corner 75 now represents the perfect marriage of heritage and modern excellence.

The Food: Hungarian Classics Executed to Perfection

Let me tell you about the schnitzel. I’ve eaten schnitzel across Europe and in dozens of Sydney restaurants, but Corner 75’s version — light as a cloud, perfectly golden, impossibly tender — sets a new standard. This is the kind of dish that creates converts and brings regulars back week after week.

But the menu goes far beyond schnitzel excellence:

Lángos — These fried Hungarian flatbreads arrive warm and pillowy, studded with caraway seeds and served with house-made sour cream. They’re the kind of traditional dish that transports Hungarian-Australians back to childhood while introducing newcomers to authentic flavours they’ll crave forever.

Hortobágyi Palacsinta — Hungarian pancakes filled with tangy oyster mushrooms and finished with creamy sauce represent the kitchen’s ability to honour tradition while appealing to modern palates. The balance of rich, earthy, and bright flavours is masterful.

Esterházy Torte — This traditional Hungarian layered cake, featuring delicate almond sponge and buttercream with a distinctive sugared swirl pattern, provides the perfect sweet ending. It’s elegant, nostalgic, and utterly delicious.

The wine list thoughtfully features Hungarian furmint alongside carefully selected Australian and European bottles, while shots of unicum (Hungary’s famous herbal bitter) flow freely, toasted alongside decades of memorabilia adorning the walls.

Why Corner 75 Deserves Your Visit

In a city increasingly dominated by slick openings and Instagram-focused concepts, Corner 75 stands apart. This is a restaurant with soul — a place where genuine hospitality, cultural heritage, and exceptional cooking create something money can’t buy: authenticity.

The dining room buzzes with a beautiful mix of longtime Hungarian-Australian families sharing their favourite dishes with grandchildren, and younger Sydneysiders discovering why this place has endured for 40 years. Service strikes that rare balance between warmth and professionalism, making every guest feel like a valued regular from their first visit.

The ambiance itself tells a story. Those paprika-red walls, the lace curtains, the vintage photographs and memorabilia — they’re not styled design elements, they’re genuine artifacts of four decades of community gathering. Walking into Corner 75 feels like being welcomed into someone’s cherished family home, where the food is exceptional and the stories are even better.

Getting to Corner 75: Make It Part of a Perfect Evening

Located in Randwick’s quiet residential streets, Corner 75 is approximately 7 kilometres southeast of Sydney’s CBD. While the restaurant is accessible via public transport, I’d suggest making your Corner 75 experience truly special with chauffeur hire Sydney services that let you relax and enjoy the evening without worrying about parking or driving home after that second glass of furmint.

From Sydney CBD: A comfortable 15–20 minute drive via Anzac Parade From Sydney Airport: Approximately 15 minutes, making Corner 75 an ideal first dinner destination for interstate visitors From Eastern Suburbs: Easy access from Bondi, Coogee, or Maroubra (10–15 minutes) From North Shore: 25–30 minutes via Harbour Tunnel or Harbour Bridge

For those flying into Sydney specifically for a special occasion dinner at Corner 75 (and trust me, it’s worth the journey), airport transfers Sydney services can deliver you directly from Sydney Airport to Randwick in under 20 minutes, allowing you to arrive refreshed and ready to savour every moment.

Corner 75 is open for dinner Wednesday through Saturday, and lunch Saturday and Sunday — perfect for a leisurely weekend meal or a special weeknight celebration.

Why This Matters to Me

In 35 years of driving Sydneysiders to thousands of restaurants, venues, and special occasions, I’ve developed a deep appreciation for places that truly matter to our city’s fabric. Corner 75 represents something increasingly rare: an institution that has served its community faithfully for decades, now revitalized by owners who respect its legacy while pushing culinary boundaries.

This isn’t just another restaurant opening — it’s the continuation of a love story between Sydney and its Hungarian-Australian community, now written in a new chapter that welcomes everyone to the table.

I’ve personally driven families to Corner 75 for special celebrations, and the joy on their faces when they emerge from those lace-curtained doors tells me everything I need to know. This is a restaurant that creates memories, honours heritage, and serves food that earns genuine superlatives.

Planning Your Corner 75 Experience

Make a Booking: Corner 75 accepts reservations, and I strongly recommend booking ahead, especially for weekend dinners when regulars and newcomers alike fill the cosy dining room.

Arrive Stress-Free: Consider booking chauffeur hire Sydney for your evening, allowing everyone in your party to enjoy the excellent wine list without designated driver duties. Premium airport transfers and chauffeur services ensure you arrive relaxed and depart safely, making special occasions truly special.

Trust the Menu: While the schnitzel is rightfully famous, don’t overlook the traditional dishes like lángos and palacsinta that showcase the kitchen’s deep understanding of Hungarian cuisine.

Embrace the Experience: This isn’t fast dining or background-noise eating. Corner 75 rewards those who slow down, savour, and soak in the remarkable story being told through food, atmosphere, and hospitality.

Share the Love: Bring people you care about. Corner 75 is a place for celebration, connection, and creating new memories in a space rich with history.

A Restaurant for All Sydneysiders

While Corner 75 holds special significance for Sydney’s Hungarian-Australian community, the restaurant warmly welcomes everyone. You don’t need Hungarian heritage to appreciate exceptional schnitzel, warm hospitality, and the palpable sense of history and heart that fills every corner of this special place.

The new ownership team has achieved something remarkable: they’ve preserved everything longtime regulars cherish while creating a dining experience that appeals to Sydney’s broader food-loving community. First-timers leave as devotees, already planning their return visit.

Perfect for Special Occasions — And Creating New Traditions

Whether you’re celebrating an anniversary, hosting interstate visitors, marking a milestone birthday, or simply treating yourself to an exceptional meal, Corner 75 delivers. The restaurant’s combination of intimate atmosphere, exceptional food, and genuine warmth makes every visit feel like a special occasion.

For corporate clients looking for unique dining experiences beyond the usual CBD restaurants, Corner 75 offers something refreshingly different. The short drive from the airport makes it ideal for welcoming interstate business partners or celebrating successful deals with your team. Premium chauffeur services Sydney can coordinate seamless transport for corporate dining experiences that leave lasting impressions.

Simon’s Verdict: An Absolute Must-Visit

In a city blessed with incredible dining options, Corner 75 stands out not just for its excellent food (though that schnitzel alone is worth the journey), but for its heart. This is a restaurant that matters — to its community, to Sydney’s culinary landscape, and to anyone who believes restaurants should be more than just places to eat.

The fact that talented restaurateurs like Kelly, El Tom, and Puskas chose to preserve and elevate this institution rather than starting fresh somewhere trendy speaks volumes about Corner 75’s significance. They saw something worth protecting, worth celebrating, worth sharing with a new generation of Sydneysiders.

My recommendation? Book a table soon. Order the schnitzel (obviously), try the lángos, save room for Esterházy torte, and toast with unicum to the next 40 years of this remarkable Sydney treasure.

After three and a half decades in this industry, I’ve learned to recognize places with genuine magic. Corner 75 has it in abundance. And just like this restaurant, Cars on Demand is built on a 35-year commitment to reliability and quality. Book your journey with the experts.

Corner 75 Randwick Address: 75 Frenchmans Road, Randwick, NSW 2031 Phone: Check their website for current booking details Hours: Dinner Wed-Sat; Lunch Sat-Sun Price Guide: $$ Bookings: Recommended (essential for weekends)

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About the Author

Simon Kalipciyan is the COO of Cars on Demand, Australia’s premium chauffeur service operating across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide since 1990. After 35 years in Sydney’s transport industry and tens of thousands of restaurant drop-offs, Simon shares his genuine picks for exceptional Sydney dining experiences worth the journey.

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Written by Simon Kalipciyan