Bar at Golden Age Cinema & Bar

Bar in a Cinema
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Private space
80 Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills, 2010
Surry Hills, Sydney

About this space

Golden Age Cinema & Bar is a heritage listed boutique theatrette, nestled in Surry Hills in what was once Sydney's Hollywood Quarter. Originally constructed in 1940 and utilised as the home of Paramount Pictures in Sydney until the 1970s, the theatrette’s patronage changed dramatically over the decades from local exhibitors and film executives to sharp-tongued critics, and welcomed in servicemen and women to view newsreels during World War II.

Since 2013, our David Lynch-inspired venue has been home to an award-winning independent cinema program, live music, film trivia, a seasonal food menu and carefully crafted cocktails. Hire our Cinema & Bar today to experience the elegance and allure of the Golden Age.

THE BAR

Immerse yourself in the dim warm lights, plush velvet curtains, leather seats and mahogany walls of our Old Hollywood bar. Equipped with stage and sound gear, a hidden mirrored stage, skilled bartenders, and curated food and beverage packages, the Golden Age Bar is the perfect backdrop for your brand activations, team celebrations, birthdays and weddings. The Golden Age Bar can host up to 35 guests in a relaxed seating format, or up to 70 guests cocktail style. Make your event truly remarkable in one of Sydney's finest spaces.


Prices

Sunday
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
from $3300 min. spend
Per morning
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
from $3300 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Evening hire of the bar is only available when doing a full venue buyout (see 'cinema and bar' pricing).
Monday
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
from $3300–$4400 min. spend
Per morning
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
from $3300 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
from $3300 min. spend
Per day
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
from $4400 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Evening hire of the bar is only available when doing a full venue buyout (see 'cinema and bar' pricing).
Tuesday
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
from $3300–$4400 min. spend
Per morning
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
from $3300 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
from $3300 min. spend
Per day
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
from $4400 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Evening hire of the bar is only available when doing a full venue buyout (see 'cinema and bar' pricing).
Wednesday
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
from $3300–$4400 min. spend
Per morning
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
from $3300 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
from $3300 min. spend
Per day
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
from $4400 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Evening hire of the bar is only available when doing a full venue buyout (see 'cinema and bar' pricing).
Thursday
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
from $3300–$4400 min. spend
Per morning
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
from $3300 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
from $3300 min. spend
Per day
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
from $4400 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Evening hire of the bar is only available when doing a full venue buyout (see 'cinema and bar' pricing).
Friday
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
from $3300–$4400 min. spend
Per morning
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
from $3300 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
from $3300 min. spend
Per day
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
from $4400 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Evening hire of the bar is only available when doing a full venue buyout (see 'cinema and bar' pricing).
Saturday
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
from $3300 min. spend
Per morning
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
from $3300 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Evening hire of the bar is only available when doing a full venue buyout (see 'cinema and bar' pricing).
Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 1 verified user

Capacity

Standing
up to 70
Dining
up to 42

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Complimentary water
External catering allowed
Buyout fee for external catering
Kitchen facilities available for guests
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers
Conference call facilities
Air conditioner
Natural light
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation is available on-site
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Whiteboard
Flipchart

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets
Ground level
Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
No wedding licence
No temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Age policy

Guest under 18 not allowed unless accompanied by an adult after 9:00 pm

Host rules

No smoking or vaping in the building
No smoke/fog machines
Outside catering is allowed
No BYO

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

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Reviews and ratings

(8 reviews and ratings - )

DO
Dean O.
March 2025
Excellent communication
5.0
MK
Marie K.
December 2024
Excellent communication
5.0

Golden Age Cinema and Bar has restored and reinvented the old screening room of the heritage-listed Paramount Pictures building in Surry Hills, Sydney. Now, you can hire it for private and corporate events, including product launches, workshops, screening parties, and presentations. It’s one of the most distinctive and versatile venues in Sydney, with stunning interiors that are both traditional and lush. The Cinema and Bar spaces can be booked separately or combined together.


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