Golden Age Bar

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A heritage cinema and cocktail bar inside the art deco Paramount House, screening cult films and new releases alongside drinks in an intimate basement setting.

4.6

(628 reviews)Google

Happy Hour Deals

Happy Hour

$15 negronis
$15 manhattans
$10 prosecco

Every Day

5:00pm – 7:00pm

Best For

BarWheelchair AccessibleSmall BarQuietGood For GroupsAfter WorkSpecial Occasion

80 Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills 2010

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Opening Hours

MondayToday5pm – 11pm

Tuesday5pm – 11pm

Wednesday5pm – 11pm

Thursday5pm – 11pm

Friday5pm – 11pm

Saturday12pm – 12am

Sunday12pm – 12am

The Vibe

Setting: Tucked into the basement of the heritage-listed Paramount Pictures building, Golden Age occupies a restored 1940s theatrette with original art deco fittings intact. The 60-person bar area wraps around the cinema space, dimly lit with golden accents that catch the eye.
Atmosphere: The crowd leans cinephile - date-night pairs settling in before a screening, film buffs nursing cocktails between sessions and locals who pop in for drinks without catching a movie. It's intimate rather than buzzy, with conversation naturally hushed by the theatre setting.
Energy: Quieter during weekday evenings, picking up on weekends when the live music program brings emerging acts to the small golden stage. The cinema schedule drives the rhythm - busier before popular screenings, more relaxed during arthouse sessions.

What People Love

Cinema program: The film selection draws serious praise, mixing cult classics with new releases and films never before shown in Australia. Past highlights include Lena Dunham's Tiny Furniture and Michele Gondry's The We and the I.
Drinks and food: Cocktails get solid reviews alongside a focused food menu of toasties, pastas and deli selections. The Spielberger toastie - pastrami, Swiss cheese, pickles, sauerkraut and mustard - keeps people ordering seconds. Messina sundaes provide the perfect cinema treat.
Unique touches: The live music program on Friday and Saturday nights brings local hip hop to contemporary jazz acts to the golden stage. Film Club membership includes perks like ticket discounts and complimentary popcorn, appealing to regular cinema-goers.

The Neighbourhood

Location: Sits at the intersection of Hunt, Commonwealth and Brisbane Streets in the heart of Surry Hills, with the heritage Paramount House building serving as an elegant landmark that's hard to miss.
Surroundings: The venue occupies prime Surry Hills real estate, surrounded by the suburb's mix of creative businesses, galleries and dining spots. The art deco architecture stands out among the terrace houses and converted warehouses that define this part of Commonwealth Street.
Access: The central Surry Hills location puts it within walking distance of Central Station and connects easily to the broader Crown Street dining strip. The building itself serves as a cultural anchor point, with the cinema drawing film lovers from across Sydney's inner suburbs.

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The Vibe

Setting: Tucked into the basement of the heritage-listed Paramount Pictures building, Golden Age occupies a restored 1940s theatrette with original art deco fittings intact. The 60-person bar area wraps around the cinema space, dimly lit with golden accents that catch the eye.

Atmosphere: The crowd leans cinephile - date-night pairs settling in before a screening, film buffs nursing cocktails between sessions and locals who pop in for drinks without catching a movie. It's intimate rather than buzzy, with conversation naturally hushed by the theatre setting.

Energy: Quieter during weekday evenings, picking up on weekends when the live music program brings emerging acts to the small golden stage. The cinema schedule drives the rhythm - busier before popular screenings, more relaxed during arthouse sessions.

What People Love

Cinema program: The film selection draws serious praise, mixing cult classics with new releases and films never before shown in Australia. Past highlights include Lena Dunham's Tiny Furniture and Michele Gondry's The We and the I.

Drinks and food: Cocktails get solid reviews alongside a focused food menu of toasties, pastas and deli selections. The Spielberger toastie - pastrami, Swiss cheese, pickles, sauerkraut and mustard - keeps people ordering seconds. Messina sundaes provide the perfect cinema treat.

Unique touches: The live music program on Friday and Saturday nights brings local hip hop to contemporary jazz acts to the golden stage. Film Club membership includes perks like ticket discounts and complimentary popcorn, appealing to regular cinema-goers.

The Neighbourhood

Location: Sits at the intersection of Hunt, Commonwealth and Brisbane Streets in the heart of Surry Hills, with the heritage Paramount House building serving as an elegant landmark that's hard to miss.

Surroundings: The venue occupies prime Surry Hills real estate, surrounded by the suburb's mix of creative businesses, galleries and dining spots. The art deco architecture stands out among the terrace houses and converted warehouses that define this part of Commonwealth Street.

Access: The central Surry Hills location puts it within walking distance of Central Station and connects easily to the broader Crown Street dining strip. The building itself serves as a cultural anchor point, with the cinema drawing film lovers from across Sydney's inner suburbs.