ABOUT CORNERS
A relaxed local, from morning to evening.
Good food, carefully chosen wine and a warm welcome — right in the heart of Surbiton.
The Corners Story
Rooted in Surbiton
Corners is a place to start the day with brunch and coffee, settle in over lunch, or share a carefully chosen bottle with friends as evening draws in.
Built on more than twenty years in hospitality, it brings together good food, serious wine and the warmth of a proper neighbourhood local.
For Johnny, born in Long Ditton and raised in Surbiton, reopening Corners feels like coming full circle.
“Opening my own restaurant and wine bar has always been my ambition. My vision is simple: to create a relaxed, informal space where guests can enjoy exceptional food alongside a thoughtfully curated wine list — all at sensible prices.”
Meet Johnny
Twenty years in hospitality - brought home
Johnny trained at Westminster College before beginning his career in some of London’s most respected kitchens, including Claridge’s, where he spent time working under the guidance of Gordon Ramsay.
In 2017, while at The Queen’s Head in Kingston, Johnny was awarded the prestigious Fuller’s Chef of the Year title — a recognition of both his technical skill and creative approach to modern British cooking.
He later moved to Bath to take on the role of Head Chef at The Architect, before going on to work as an Executive Chef in Brighton. He has since returned to Surrey, bringing with him a wealth of experience from across the country. Born and raised in Surbiton, Johnny couldn’t have imagined a better place to open his first venture.
FULLER’S CHEF OF THE YEAR · 2017
PART OF THE NEIGHBOURHOOD
A place for the neighbourhood
Growing up around family-run shops in Kingston, hospitality has always felt personal to Johnny. Corners is about being part of the neighbourhood again—welcoming local groups, hosting events and creating a place where people can meet, settle in and feel at home.