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Mat Lindsay's wine bar in the Paramount House Hotel serves fire-cooked snacks alongside an extensive list of organic and biodynamic wines from small-scale producers.

4.3

(680 reviews)Google

Happy Hour Deals

Happy Hour

$9 select beers & ales
$10 select wines
$15 martinis

Monday – Thursday

5:00pm – 6:00pm

Happy Hour

$9 select beers & ales
$10 select wines
$15 martinis

Friday

4:00pm – 6:00pm

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74-76 Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills 2010

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Opening Hours

Monday5pm – 12am

TuesdayToday5pm – 12am

Wednesday5pm – 12am

Thursday5pm – 12am

Friday12pm – 12am

Saturday12pm – 12am

SundayClosed

The Vibe

Setting: Tucked into the ground level of the Paramount House Hotel on the corner of Goulburn Lane and Commonwealth Street, with a simple but considered aesthetic that lets the food and wine take centre stage.
The crowd: Groups of four or more can book ahead, but the bar welcomes walk-ins throughout the week - expect a mix of hotel guests and Surry Hills locals settling in for the evening. The atmosphere tends to be relaxed rather than rowdy, suited to conversation over wine.
Energy levels: Monday to Thursday sees a quieter pace with aperitivo hour from 5-6pm drawing the after-work crowd. Fridays get busier when the bar opens at noon and runs extended aperitivo from 4-6pm, building momentum through to dinner service.

The Neighbourhood

Location: Sits on Commonwealth Street between Goulburn Lane and the broader Surry Hills dining strip, putting it within walking distance of Central Station and the concentration of bars and restaurants that make this neighbourhood a dining destination.
The strip: This section of Commonwealth Street is quieter than the main Crown Street axis but benefits from the foot traffic around Paramount House Hotel and the creative businesses that have made Surry Hills their home.
Getting there: The Commonwealth Street location means it's an easy walk from Central Station, making it accessible for both locals and visitors exploring the area's restaurant scene. The hotel setting gives it a different character from the neighbourhood's more industrial-converted venues.

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The Vibe

Setting: Tucked into the ground level of the Paramount House Hotel on the corner of Goulburn Lane and Commonwealth Street, with a simple but considered aesthetic that lets the food and wine take centre stage.

The crowd: Groups of four or more can book ahead, but the bar welcomes walk-ins throughout the week - expect a mix of hotel guests and Surry Hills locals settling in for the evening. The atmosphere tends to be relaxed rather than rowdy, suited to conversation over wine.

Energy levels: Monday to Thursday sees a quieter pace with aperitivo hour from 5-6pm drawing the after-work crowd. Fridays get busier when the bar opens at noon and runs extended aperitivo from 4-6pm, building momentum through to dinner service.

The Neighbourhood

Location: Sits on Commonwealth Street between Goulburn Lane and the broader Surry Hills dining strip, putting it within walking distance of Central Station and the concentration of bars and restaurants that make this neighbourhood a dining destination.

The strip: This section of Commonwealth Street is quieter than the main Crown Street axis but benefits from the foot traffic around Paramount House Hotel and the creative businesses that have made Surry Hills their home.

Getting there: The Commonwealth Street location means it's an easy walk from Central Station, making it accessible for both locals and visitors exploring the area's restaurant scene. The hotel setting gives it a different character from the neighbourhood's more industrial-converted venues.