Local Legend Nick Lombardo Joins Corner Bar Crew

Rozelle Favourite Brings Signature Coffee and New Breakfast Menu to Corner Bar

After seven beloved years serving the Rozelle community from Lombardo’s Café & Deli, local favourite Nick Lombardo has officially closed the doors to his cherished café and opened a new chapter just down the road. He’s now brewing his signature cups of coffee as part of the team at Corner Bar.

You’ll find Nick behind the machine from as early as 5:30am daily, serving the same rich, perfectly-balanced coffees that made him a household name. And coffee isn't all he's bringing - Nick is currently crafting a mouthwatering new hot roll menu, due to launch as part of Corner Bar’s refreshed weekday breakfast offering.

Announcing the news on Facebook, Nick shared a heartfelt farewell: “It’s time for me to say goodbye to Lombardo Café Deli. After 7 amazing years, I’ve decided to close up shop and focus on the things that matter most—like spending time with my little family. I’m so grateful to all of you who have supported me on this journey. You’ve become like family.”

Corner Bar, tucked away in the backstreets of Rozelle, offers a warm, rustic café vibe by day, transforming into an intimate New York–style wine and cocktail bar by night. With the upcoming addition of a new breakfast menu and Nick’s legendary touch, the bar is set to become an even more essential stop for locals seeking great food, top-notch coffee, and a relaxed neighbourhood atmosphere.

“It’s been a wild ride, and I’m grateful to have shared it with you all,” Nick wrote in his post. While Lombardo’s Café & Deli may be gone, his culinary passion and community spirit live on—now brewing brighter than ever at Corner Bar.

Rozelle locals, set your alarms. From hot rolls to heartwarming service, mornings just got a whole lot tastier.