Restaurant
Shorty's Randwick
36 St Pauls St, Randwick NSW 2031, Australia
Find Shorty's Randwick
36 St Pauls St, Randwick NSW 2031, Australia
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Book NowAbout Shorty's Randwick
Directly across from the Ritz Cinema in The Spot, Shorty's Randwick delivers brisk morning coffee and hearty plates to a loyal neighbourhood crowd. Baristas pull espresso using Single O beans—keeping commuters moving and morning tables humming. Regulars lean toward the kitchen's savory staples, ordering towering hash stacks, sweet potato fries, or bacon and egg rolls spiked with jalapeño relish. Outside tables catch the morning sun, offering a relaxed perch for a quick flat white or a quiet bite before a matinee screening.
- Single O Specialty Coffee: Baristas pull espresso with Single O beans for commuters and lingering locals.
- Hearty Brunch Plates: Morning orders centre on crisp hash stacks, corn fritters, and jalapeño-relish bacon rolls.
- Cinema-Side Perch: Outdoor seating sits directly opposite the Ritz Cinema, complete with customer Wi-Fi.
What's On at Shorty's Randwick
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Key Advantages
Why locals and cinema-goers choose Shorty's Randwick
Prompt morning service and coffee
Mornings run smoothly with speedy service and quality coffee that keep local workers and daily commuters on schedule.
The service was quick and the food was great.
Angelina L Specialty Single O coffee beans
Espresso drinks are expertly prepared utilizing beans sourced from acclaimed Sydney roaster Single O.
The coffee is also excellent, using @single_o for the bean of choice.
Sarah charles (Thewhereto) Standout hash stack breakfasts
The kitchen delivers indulgent morning favorites including their acclaimed hash stacks loaded with hearty breakfast ingredients.
Shorty's hash stack. One of the best breakfasts I've ever had!
Jessica B Inventive brunch plates
Café classics feature creative takes like house-crafted pumpkin smash and savory corn fritters.
The pumpkin smash is a delight
Luke Rickard Prime location opposite the Ritz
Positioned directly across from the historic Ritz Cinema, the café is ideal for pre- or post-screening meetups.
It's convenient -- opposite the Ritz
Peter Gammie Work-friendly space with Wi-Fi
Equipped with customer Wi-Fi, it provides a welcoming setting for light work or study paired with a fresh flat white.
they have wi-fi. Perfect doing a bit of study or work.
Chad Barnier
Most popular items
Beloved cafe staples and signature brunch favorites
Hash Stack
Shorty's hash stack. One of the best breakfasts I've ever had!
Jessica B Corn Fritters
Highly recommend the super salad and corn fritters.
Robyn Channell Pumpkin Smash
The pumpkin smash is a delight, about smash excellent and the big shorty b'n'e the best!
Luke Rickard Bacon and Egg Roll
I order the bacon and egg roll with Jalapeño relish frequently via Uber eats. I haven’t ordered a B&E from any other cafe since I discovered Shorty’s about a year ago.
Jonathan McFarlane
Other favorites
Tasty sandwiches, light bites, and specialty cold drinks
Porridge
I like the lovely porridge . Amazing!
Shani Long Reuben
Picked up a Reuben and the chicken sandwich with a side of chips. Really hit the spot. Reuben especially!
Sophie Funston Ginger Chicken Sandwich
Ordered the ginger chicken sandwich with sweet potato fries and chicken salad to go for my wife. My sandwich was moist, full of flavor and the chicken was cooked perfectly and so tender.
Andrew Pitt Iced Latte
The iced latte I had was absolutely perfect as well.
Andrew Pitt
Before you head over
Practical tips on timing, seating, and cinema proximity
Watch for morning studio rushes
Seating can fill up quickly in the mornings, especially when classes finish at the yoga studio next door. Plan a brief buffer if you are visiting during peak morning rush.
Snag outdoor tables early for the sun
If you want to catch the sun, aim for an outdoor pavement table; alfresco spots can be limited during busy breakfast and lunch periods.
Pair your visit with a cinema screening
Located directly across from Ritz Cinema, the cafe offers Wi-Fi and prompt coffee service, making it an easy drop-in before or after a screening.
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