Corner 75 Hungarian Restaurant — Restaurant in Sydney

Objects may be closer than they appear in the mirror. On Instagram the opposite is true, with dishes taking up the whole frame. This is a roundabout way of warning you that portions at Corner 75 are small. It felt poignant to me because, for the last year, I’ve been seeking out traditional European cuisines in club settings where generosity is so uniform it felt like part of the cuisines. However, traditional Hungarian cuisine isn’t what this joint project by Sixpenny and Baba’s Place is all about. Instead it’s the story of Hungarian migration to Australia, which is influenced by what and how we eat here. So you’ll find a pork schnitty ($32) remains on the menu, and it isn’t bigger than your head, so you’ll need one apiece. Sides are also predicated on two-people, like the little bowl of creamed spinach ($10) you’ll need to go with the softly crumbed pork, and the even smaller bowl of caraway-spiked red cabbage ($7.50) to offset it.

We ate family-style, throwing in a slightly-dry roast Sommerlad chook ($58) on paprikash sauce. A better way to slurp the smoked paprika-based sauce is on a rolled crepe stuffed with oyster mushrooms fried off in butter—hortobágyi palacsinta ($24)—best shared between two. The honey-drizzled cheese scones ($8/each), you’ll want one apiece. Contrast them with curds and pickled beets throwing clove ($15) and fennel seed-spiked sour cabbage topped with lightly-seared bonito ($25). The pretty sunflower plate ($23) pays homage to the fields of sunflowers grown in Central and Eastern Europe with crudités (including surprise potato) arranged around a sunflower seed dip.

Your Hungarian wine match is furmint. We opted for the first Aussie producer, Freemans Vineyards, who planted this varietal in the 1970s. Their 2024 Furmint ($75) is bright and fruit-driven, plucked from an interesting list where the markups are straight double-ups mostly. The dining room retains its European charm with rich burgundy walls and a gallery hang of Hungarian memorabilia. Upstairs in the bathrooms, twee murals depict jesters with the odd Szabó smoking pipe. Staff, in their designer Song for the Mute uniforms are playful and engaged, but don’t seem as plentiful as they should be with water glasses running dry and dessert menus...

A Delightful Dining Experience at an Exquisite Hungarian Restaurant

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (5/5 stars)

I recently had the pleasure of dining at this fantastic Hungarian restaurant, and I cannot recommend it enough. The experience was truly exceptional, from the moment we walked in until the very last sip of our apperitive. Allow me to share my review about this hidden gem!

From the first step inside, the ambiance exuded a warm and inviting atmosphere. The traditional Hungarian decor created an authentic and charming setting, setting the stage for an evening filled with cultural immersion. The restaurant itself had a cozy and intimate feel, perfect for a romantic evening like the one I shared with my boyfriend.

Let's talk about the food – pure excellence. The menu was a delightful showcase of exquisite, traditional Hungarian cuisine. Every dish we ordered was bursting with flavor and presented with impeccable attention to detail. The plates were abundant, offering generous portions that left us feeling completely satisfied. It was evident that the chefs took great pride in their craft, as each bite was a journey through the rich culinary heritage of Hungary.

What truly made this dining experience exceptional was the personal touch provided by the owners themselves. They went above and beyond to ensure that every guest felt welcomed and special. Their warm hospitality and genuine passion for their culture truly shone through. As a lovely surprise, the owners treated us to a last drink apperitive, a traditional Hungarian indulgence that perfectly capped off our evening.

My overall experience at this Hungarian restaurant was nothing short of phenomenal. The combination of delectable food, attentive service, and the heartfelt care from the owners left an unforgettable impression on us. I am already looking forward to returning, as I know that this magical place will continue to delight with its culinary expertise.

If you're looking for an authentic Hungarian dining experience, I wholeheartedly recommend visiting this restaurant. Prepare to be captivated by the flavors, indulge in abundant plates, and bask in the warmth of outstanding hospitality. Trust me, you won't be...

Was really looking forward to this meal, however I was left disappointed with the food. Given the background of the new owners I was expecting lot better. We ordered quite a bit to taste the offering and me coming from Eastern Europe I knew the food will not be of a high technical difficulty but should be very tasty. That is where the food comes very short for me. Started with a bullhorn filled with sauerkraut, which literally is just sauerkraut from the jar, nothing more. Next comes cheese scone, which tastes oddly sweet. Langos is ok and nicely garlicky, even though a little tough. Goulash soup comes in such a small bowl($28$$) I thought we received the smaller tasting portion. Taste of goulash is different to any other versions I have ever had (that is many) and was not too bad so I will accept their take on the dish with meat being nicely tender. Also had leczo, which I found very oddly flavoured. Not sure what it was, too much paprika or something else but overall not enjoyable taste. Next came oyster mushroom crepe, which was another average dish. Probably the highlight was paprikash chicken that was crispy and tender, sauce was acceptable but could have come with either some potatoes or dumplings..it is a lot of chicken on its own and although we ordered red cabbage sides and cucumber salads, these are rather minuscule. Also would love to know what was in that cucumber salad( mint?) that gave it a strange taste but we all agreed it tasted weird. After all that I gave up on trying few desserts and went just for a sundae which was ok. Overall there is not much to go back for and the Austrian herbal lemonade from the tin was the most enjoyable item I had today. Sorry guys. I am going to make a big pot of goulash this week and will enjoy it...