Overrated. $35pp for brunch and coffee (on a regular Saturday). Wasn't bad bad, but plenty of places around Surry Hills cheaper and better. Not impressed. Avo on toast was tiny and not spectacularly flavoursome. Tomatoes were fresh, but the small slice toast was hard, dry and cold. The extra $4 fried egg looked sad. Burgers on the menu looked better, but not worth $10 more than the typical brunch place around Surry Hills. 20min wait for 11:30am on Saturday. Won't do itemized bill splits. Only equal splits. Tiny table - had to take our coffee cups away to fit the food plates. Note all the surcharges: weekend surcharge, public holiday surcharge, card surcharge.

When it comes to coffee in Sydney, there’s a lot of competition. However, there’s one place that stands out among the rest, and that’s this gem I stumbled upon recently. Let me tell you, the coffee here is not just tasty; it’s downright delicious. From the moment you take your first sip, you know you’re in for a treat. It’s evident that the folks behind the counter know their craft like no other. The flavor profile is rich, smooth, and utterly satisfying. It’s like they’ve mastered the art of brewing the perfect cup of joe. No wonder this place has earned its spot in the top 10 coffee spots in Sydney. These guys are the real deal, and they know it. Every sip is a testament to their expertise and dedication to their craft. So, if you’re in Sydney and craving a cup of coffee that’s more than just caffeine, head over to this place. Trust me; you won’t be disappointed. It’s a smooth, delicious experience that’s unmatched by any other.

Didn’t imagine it was this crowded on weekdays. Waited around 5 to be seated. Got fried chicken pancakes and baked eggs. Fried chicken was toooooo salty, others were great. Also love their batch brew coffee, balanced sour taste. Coffee with almond mile and cinnamon power taste like beverage instead of coffee. Outdoor seat is better than indoor. No service charge on weekday, 10% weekends and 20% on public holiday. We went on weekday hence the price was fair

One of my fave brunch spots. My go to is the fried chicken waffles. They aren’t as overwhelming as others. The fried chicken waffles are a perfect balance of sweet and savoury. There was a subtle sweetness from the maple bacon gravy and from the soft waffles. This paired so well with crispy & salty chicken. The Apple and Radicchio added a hint of freshness. A sprinkle of toasted hazelnut adds an extra dimension of texture. The crumbed eggs are iconic here. I've had them a few times and it is always so flavourful. Their coffee and drinks are also excellent - I recommend the maple cold brew

According to an article published by the Financial Times in February this year, the Paramount Coffee Project in Sydney is one of the best independent coffee shops in the world. That is a good reason to pay them a visit. The café is in a heritage-listed building formerly home to Paramount Pictures in the inner-city district of Surry Hills. On my way from the CBD to Surry Hills I literally passed hundreds of cafés, as stated in the FT article. Of course, I had very high expectations, as I do not visit one of the best cafés in the world. So, how good was my experience? I truly enjoyed the building itself, the architecture, and the interior design. I especially liked the exposed concrete in combination with the untreated bricks in the walls, the white tiles and the simple metal chairs and wooden tables inside and the concrete table on the outside. Sleek, simple, and giving space to the coffee and food offering. Yet, the coolest object was the vending machine in the lobby, called the lobby boy. I ordered their single origin espresso as a double from Honduras and a batch brew from Colombia. I started with the tasty looking espresso: it was well balanced with flavors of blood oranges, dark stone fruits and spices in the finish. The body was bold, the texture dense and the finish long-lasting sweet like nectarines. The filter coffee from Colombia came with a crisp, citric acidity, the cup was clean and sweet, with citrus flavors of orange and grapefruits and a lingering aftertaste. The cup and the range server were very cute. I liked the 4x4 truck with the gigantic banana in the back. It would have been great to taste a coffee with a banana flavour. That would have been a great match to elevate the multi-sensory experience. The vessel worked perfectly with the concrete table. I could not resist and ordered scrambled eggs on sourdough bread. That is a very Aussie thing, and filter coffee works very well with warm scrambled eggs and crispy bread. Thank you for the nice tip FT! It was a great experience. When you go an visit this place, also look out for the great wall paintings (e.g. “Return to Sender” and enjoy the Vanessa Megan Blood Orange Foaming Soap when you wash your hands in the toilet. It is all about the details, and it is definitely not only about coffee. And maybe you find my signed book, that I have been hiding in the café. Live is too short to not have some fun.

Visited the café for the first time. There’s seating inside and out. Paid street parking available directly outside the café. Inside is nicely decorated and has a good atmosphere. Ordered a BK roll with American cheese and avocado toast with fried egg. Food was good. Total came to $55 for the four items.

Had my umbrella stolen here during a storm. While not directly the cafes fault, it did impact my experience.

Busy cafe but the wait wasn’t long. Very friendly service. The coffee was good, light roast and bright flavours. Food options are not cheap, but considering location and e.g bread from AP, it wasnt too bad. The stracciatella and chilli oil was a good addition to my scramble. Fried chciken burger looked really juicy.

Excellent coffee ☕️, excellent service and great food 🥗 in a cleverly designed space of the foyer at the Art Deco chic Paramount House Hotel. A slow coffee bar and a working coffee bar adds depth and interest to the space. Melbourne vibes definitely felt here 😁

Went to PCP for brunch during June long weekend - the place is busy as not many cafes open on public holiday. The menu is fusion of Asian/American style cafe styled food, deco is industrial chic style with high ceiling. We ordered the Fried Chicken Waffles and BKE Roll plus couple of coffees. Food was delicious and service was adequate. Beware of their 20% surcharge on public holiday.

This café was so busy today! We arrived around 1.15 PM, and we had to wait for 20 minutes. The girl in the front was quite rude!! Her tone and manner is not acceptable since she is customer service based! It took forever for them to service us at the table! Like they totally ignored us deliberately, we had to wave our arms continuously in the air to get their attention! The coffee was perfect! The toasted avo was so burnt & black!! Not crispy. The bread was so hard, cold and chewy) Would I go back there? Nope, maybe for a takeaway coffee but not for anything else.

Yes please!!! Yea please! Simply amazing food! It’s the city so price is high. Waited for a reasonable amount of time for a very busy Sunday brunch. After ordering food came fast and together so we could all dig in. Service was attentive.

Cozy ambience but a complete rip off. The price of coffee is expensive for its size. Taste is average. Done with my first and last visit to this place.

Good food and quick service. About a 20min wait on a Saturday morning at 10:30am but once you order food comes pretty quickly. Recommend the chicken and waffle ($27) which was crispy and quite filling although the colour and texture of the maple bacon gravy was quite unappealing. The scrambled eggs were buttery and silky and the sourdough bread from AP was fresh and crunchy ($23) Mocha was smooth and tasty ($5.5) The cafe has an industrial vibe and feels very hectic with lots of people waiting around and sharing the lobby with the hotel and AP bread. Expect to be sharing a table with others. Downside is that prices are high and weekend has 10% surcharge and not really a place you can stay and chat for long due to how busy it gets.

Looking for a good bacon and egg roll, I stumbled upon Paramount Coffee Project. We were seated and served within a minute of arriving, and the service was friendly and without fault. The bacon and egg sandwiches were great. The bacon was well cooked, the egg was moist and not overdone, the kale crispy, and the buns were soft and delicious. The coffee and hot chocolate were nice, but not anything you couldn’t get elsewhere. The inclusion of Panela sugar was a nice surprise, too.,

Didn't wait too long even at 12pm On Sunday. Atmosphere is good for chatting. Foods are tasty. Strongly recommend on grilled potatoes, so creamy. 😋😋 Coffees are regular. But it's feaky to got a biiiiiiiig bug on our table outside of the door😱😱 I'd say find a table inside would be better.

Really good coffee from this cafe. The food is also amazing. Decided to do an online order and take away and the process was seamless. And was ready to be collected at the time specified. There is a park around the corner which is a nice place to have your takeaway meal

Ordered 3 items, All three were delicious. Mushroom toastie - great flavour , perfect with coffee. Crumbed Eggs on Toast- seems like a popular item. Pulled pork was juicy. Filling altogether. Banana and Walnut Bread - great side and perfectly sweet and crunchy coz of the walnuts. Highly recommend. Coffee was not too bad either. Expected better since it’s a “coffee project”

The food was good but the coffee taste quite sour. The environment is cool but quite busy during the weekend.

I would give five stars if the seats were more comfortable. Sourdough and banana bread were delicious! Very nice staffs!

Does not deserve more than 1 star, coffee is okay, nothing special. For 30% more than what you pay at other coffee shops you get half the size of a normal cup. I was really surprised to see a very small cup for a $4,50 cappuccino.

One of the most popular cafe in Sydney! There were a lot of people although I visited here on a weekday. Ordered flatwhite, almond croissant, BKE roll, all of them were amazing!

My favourite weekend brunch destination. Food and drinks are both on point! Must try their 'coffee shake' and ramen! But expect quite a wait if you are coming on the weekend. Highly recommended.

A leisurely lunch at Paramount Coffee Project: Our picks were the classic crumbed egg on toast and a satisfying avocado toast. Their food and coffee certainly hit the mark, but leaned towards the pricier end. It’s the generous space and cozy ambiance that quietly wins us over.

Crumbled egg toast is unique and tasty - rare to see in other coffee shops. The staff is very busy and not attentive. They didn’t remind me of avocado on the side which you need to pay extra money - $7 (small portion of avocado, in terms of high inflation and cost of living, it is actually overpriced). Avocado is not necessary if you have small stomach. The slow cooked pork crumbled egg toast only can make you very full. The coffee - my chai latte is average.

The food was lovely and at first, trying chicken & waffles outside of the US raised some suspicion and they did not disappoint. The complete culinary experiencing was pleasing and filling. After having good meal we went to watch a classic movie downstairs. The environment is in the lobby of the hotel so it was robust in sound but gladly we couldn't talk because we were too busy eating. I also have to mention that the food came out very quickly. Kudos!

My experience trying chicken and waffles in Australia was an unexpected delight. The combination of savory fried chicken and sweet waffles created a perfect balance of flavors. The dish was presented beautifully, with crispy chicken atop fluffy waffles drizzled with maple syrup. The portion size was generous, ensuring that I left feeling satisfied. The location Paramount coffee project in surfy hills provided a cozy atmosphere, perfect for a leisurely brunch or casual meal. The service was attentive and friendly, adding to the overall positive experience. While the price may have been slightly higher than expected, the quality of the food and the overall dining experience justified the cost. Overall, trying chicken and waffles in Australia was a memorable culinary experience that I would highly recommend to others. It’s a must-try dish for anyone looking to indulge in a delicious and unique combination of flavors. My experience trying crumbed eggs on toast in Australia was an absolute delight. This unique twist on a classic breakfast staple exceeded my expectations in every way. The perfectly crumbed eggs were cooked to perfection, with a crunchy exterior giving way to a creamy, indulgent yolk when cut into. Paired with a slice of toasted artisan bread, the combination was simple yet incredibly satisfying.

We ordered the PCP salad and also an anchovy pizza slice / bread from A.P. Bakery. The food was pretty good, the bread was chewy and fresh, the salad was fresh and felt healthy. Nice interior too in a nice neighbourhood area.

Food was great. We had burger and scrambled egg toast. Both of them were very tasty. Drinks were great too. The vanilla malt smoothie was amazing. But the strawberry mint tea was a bit too sweet. Customer services could be improved as there wasn’t much staff to take orders.

Just grabbed a takeaway coffee and almond croissant, and they were both fantastic. Both were reasonably priced, and staff were super friendly.

amazing bakery shop! love itttt but you need to come before the shop open, or you need to wait for long line😅 and make sure you check the special menu for that day

Very good design, fresh place with high ceilings. I really liked the interior design, it makes you feel like you can spend all day here. Coffee is as good as it gets, food is also yummy. Presentations and recipes are very good. Price performance is fair, staff are friendly. Overall I'd recommend this place.

I always come to this cafe, very cool vibe and yummy coffee.

Friendly staff and good menu for brunch - had the bacon and egg roll and avocado on toast. Good coffee too. Only downsides to call out are that it’s a) a little expensive and b) it does get busy, so best to get there early.

Came for brunch on Saturday! Food, service & atmosphere were absolutely outstanding ☆☆☆☆☆ the Avocado toast was sensational & the Fried chicken waffles were to die for. Such a interesting mix of flavours ♡ Mimosa coming in wine glass was def nice surprise too! Very recommended :)

Worth trying. Bustling cafe/brunch establishment that has a loyal following. Solid coffee, Mocha was a little too sweet. Crumbed Eggs are a nice solid staple. Wagyu burger was okay - wasn't very tender and wasn't very beefy. Uni mushroom pasta was the standout hit, very umami, cooked perfectly, cleaned out instantly. Takes AMEX.

Their shokupan French toast was absolutely heaven! The sweetness was just to my liking though it might be a tad too sweet for other people. Love the vanilla ice cream compensating the sweetness of caramel sauce. The toast was crunchy at the edges and soft at the inside which made me crave for more! Love the decor and atmosphere of this place. I was seated at the window and it felt comfortable if you wanted just all by yourself. The staff was attentive to customers and food was served pretty quick. Overall great food and customer service. Would love to come back to try other items on the menu!

Very busy cafe in Sydney. We had breakfast on the weekend at 9am, luckily we got a table. All menu looked creative and my avocado toast was amazing, recommend to have it with chilli cheese. Atmosphere is nice, open space. May feel a bit pricy but worth going once 🙂

Came because I heard they have great coffee. Was a bit disappointed. The avocado toast was great. The French toast looked amazing but I don’t recommend it (shokupan loses its texture and fluffiness/lightness when made into French toast, and eggs stay raw as bread is too thick). The place looks great otherwise - perfect for chatting with friends. And there’s a lot of other food to try - we saw some yummy stuff pass by for other guests.

At first a confusing space, there is so much going on and it feels very tight? Perhaps in that there are shared benches and small tables scattered around that are all very close to adjacent diners. Still, lots of interest to break up the space and with the variety in it all I think it’s all pretty cool. It’s suited to lingering a little, whether you are on your own or with others, just stressful trying to choose a table. Definitely enjoyed the coffee, and the menu is enticing. Baked eggs with labneh hit the spot and was reasonably priced. Eggs were cooked perfectly, sauce was rich and a tad spicy. Good service, and table service. Would recommend, would return

30min wait for a table on Saturday morning which may be usual given it’s seems such a busy and popular place. Staff are friendly, menu has decent variety of options for both food and drink. It is a bit pricey given the portions and once u add proteins or other extras to your dish, however it is delicious. I had the gnocchi which was yum - cheesy and perfect balance of sauce.

Spacious, good coffee and great food. An ideal place for a Me-time alone lunch. Ordered the Pork Katsu Sando - the pork cutlet cooked to perfection, succulent yet not oily, with freshly prepared coleslaw and non-soggy sandwich white breads. Simply heavenly.

Always the chicken and waffles! Chicken was light and crispy, the waffles light and fluffy and the maple bacon gravy to die for. We waited for about 35 minutes but it was worth the wait. The team were all super friendly and cheery despite getting hassled constantly by impatient hipsters. All of our party loved their meals. We were also lucky to sit outside with the sun putting on a show.

Beautiful cafe in the middle of Surry Hills. Amazing food and coffee, one of the best avo toast I had in Sydney. The service was great, friendly, quick and very helpful. I will 100% go back. Highly recommended

The food is amazing. My favourite is the Chicken and Waffles. The only thing I would say, is that we've been here multiple times and everytime the staff is quick to get our initial coffee order, but then we are forgotten and have to flag down someone.

I went to eat with 2 friends. sat at a big table Shared with other customers There were 4 people at the table, but 2 of them had finished eating. When I finished ordering food There were 3 new people coming to sit. By the time I got the drink and food, I was halfway through eating it. Then 2 more customers came and sat. About 15% of the food was left on the plate. The fifth customer who came asked me if she could move tables. There were 10 people with me and a friend. For me, I think that this kind of thing should be the responsibility of the waiter. who spoke to me Don't let the customers speak for themselves. And I still haven't finish my food !

This cafe has a nice vibe. I enjoyed my scambled eggs on their signature sourdough. But when my friend went to order their's they got served a very salty one. It was unedible. The staff dealt the situation with grace and apologetic. It would be great for consistency, because mine was delicious.

Good food, busy place and can be a bit of a wait due to social distancing.

Not bad

Very Nice Place and Coffee Was So Good.

Sat in for a quick hot chocolate with family and absolutely loved it. I took a wander and the bar and the cinema looks absolutely lovely, too. Will be back to test my theory one of these days.

awesome brunch!

Nice atmosphere and nice food!

Open, airy vibe with great coffee. A simple small selection of meals with vegan, dairy free, gluten-free options marked.

Great coffee

Good food, great coffee and vibe. The best bounty milkshake.

Fairly large cafe with indoor and outdoor seating. Good selection of food.

Always great coffee, great service and amazing food. The first place I recommend to anyone wanting a café experience in Sydney.

Super cute cafe in the Paramount building. A hotel, cinema, bar, rooftop gym, coworking space and cafe all in the same building. Gorgeous renovation and the vibe is buzzing. We only had coffee and the staff were super helpful. Just right!

We had coffee and breakfast and the waiter Diego was really helpful and kind although it was really busy! Thanks for the experience

Nice spot where you can sit outside on the street with a minimalist look. The staff were friendly and the service was quick. The kale breakfast bun was delicious and their coffee was really good.

Escape from the city noise and enjoy the tranquil rooftop of Paramount House. Luscious garden beds, sunglasses available to borrow, and sweet shade sails set the scene. Vibe is chill and quietly indulgent, staff are kind, and the food is fresh, healthy and flavourful. Great coffee. Tip: Always choose the continental breakfast if it is on the seasonal menu.

The best dining experience in Sydney. Literally every visit the coffee is spectacular, the food is perfect (delicious, well portioned for price) and the staff are attentive. Better than any fine dining restaurant tbh. ❤️❤️ I thought about giving PCP one star so less people feel like visiting on the weekends... ??

Always up for a good coffee, was excited to be recommended Paramount, actually for their BKE Roll. Greeted by Diego, an exceedingly entertaining and charismatic gentleman, he recommended a couple of things - perfect additions to my order (he’s Mexican, was it a cliché he suggested avocado!?). In the foyer of a delightful boutique hotel, the loungey music, eclectic decor, cool check-in system all added to the experience. A superb brekky, and yes, the coffee was paramount! Highly recommended!

Interesting and varied menu, need add a benedict choice. That said, the crumb eggs were delicious, the coffee was more than passable and the service was fantastic (thanks for meal recommendation). Oh yes, and it was cool too... Great on hot day

Great relaxed atmosphere.. you can even grab a bag full of veggies here!

An awesome space, great service, lovely staff and, quality food and coffee. We went for a brunch on a rainy Sudnay and the place was packed! But it was very well organized; staff kept a register of names and sat everyone as soon as tables were empty. The food and coffee came pretty promptly despite the hectic rush. The skillet pancake is top-notch!

Food quality is next level. Came here after seeing all the hype. The maple iced coffee was extremely soothing and refreshing.

Gooood coffee. Strong but not bitter at all! Smooth and so easy to drink!

Ordered take away lunch and received this burned toastie (hidden downside) which is not eatable. I didn’t even think to check the food inside the take away box when left as I always trust the food qualify from PCP. Had to rush back to the cafe and asked for a refund and I ended up with no lunch-break time/food for this work day.

Late breakfast on a Monday morning - restaurant still quite busy. Our table ate:- vegan scroll, muesli with coconut yoghurt and skillet pancake with marscapone and berries. Meals arrived at the same time and it was not a long wait. Only complaint - coffee cups and teapots are too small.

Fantastic coffee offerings and coffee program. Fine breakfast(I had the crumbed eggs on toast??) and great vibe!! Definitely recommended!

Great flat whites and brekkie rolls! Very friendly service

Best breakfast or brunch in Surrey Hills. Seriously, you should come here.

Latte was so great!!!

(Translated by Google) Nice dining environment but the tables are small and the seats are a bit crowded. The coffee is quite satisfactory. The menu has special noodles. The soup is rich in soup. Unfortunately, the noodles are too soft. (Original) 漂亮的用餐環境，但桌子很小、座位有點擁擠。咖啡中規中矩，menu有拉麵很特別，料多湯頭濃郁，可惜麵條煮太軟～

Look so good and tasty really nice :)

Been here with a friend and I tried their Soft Baked Eggs w/ pork sausage. Loved it so much, wanna go back here and chill!

(Translated by Google) A good cafe worth picking in the city. It's great to be able to watch paramount movies. (Original) 시티에서 손에 꼽을만한 좋은 카페. 파라마운트 영화를 볼 수 있어서 좋아요.

This place had good reviews, but I dont like paying for bad food, so I am leaving this. No sympathy from the waiter

Really like this place. One of my local spots. Although some of the pricing is a bit crazy. $7 for a tiny OJ!

This is one of my favourite spots to meet people for coffee. Great ambience, great food, great coffee.

Awesome food, lovely staff, coffee was good (Had V60).

Always great coffee and atmosphere, try the crumbed eggs!

It's just coffe . Very busy place

Bring your hipster-ish outfit

Long trip from the South West didn’t disappoint. On point eggs and one of the best I’ve had. Flavoursome and would return for their menu AND coffee – only a few solid places like this, these days (seems as though many cafes either offer good food or good coffee). The space itself is large, but the seating space is tight. I made the mistake of going here on the weekend and it gets busy. Friendly staff, tick. Aesthetics, tick. Indoor or outdoor option, tick. Chill vibe, no. The high volume of customers and close seating can make it too loud to have a conversation without letting everyone else know what you are talking about. As for transportation, it was easy and not too far a walk from the train station. I would guess parking would be a bad idea considering it’s in the city, hence why I opted for public transportation. A solid 4-4.5 stars.

There are many coffee shops in Surry Hills, here is one of my favorites. Flight, have Espresso, Flat white and filter, with sparkling water.

Great coffee and great service, even in a covid world paramount delivers.

My bf and I went here today as I’ve been wanting to try them for a while. Sadly, I was disappointed at the quality of food I received. I ordered the crumbed egg. It looked nicely presented, but the quality of food was terrible. The egg was so dry. The meat and over all dish was bland and ended up just having a bite of it. The chicken on the PCP burger was also dry. We ordered an earl grey tea with ice on the side and a soy latte which came late. The coffee was burnt. We were shocked that the couple that came a few minutes after us received their drinks before we did. Disappointed we received our drinks last. It would have been nice to wash down the unpleasant meal we received with it! Overall, the food was very basic.