Old Gold Cafe - Coffee & Goodies by Sample Coffee

Tasty broccoli sandwich, rich in flavor. Friendly service in a modern industrial office vibe. Probably one of the three best cafés in this area with crafted coffee beans, unique menu and not so crowded atmosphere to sit and enjoy.

Very good coffee and bread was filling. Made with love and friendly staff. Love the ambience of the place very quiet and peaceful. Sad not many customers due to covid. Really nice place to hang out or take away food coffee. Definitely will come back If I'm in town.

Great coffee and an epic pork shoulder sandwich-thing. The lunch was so delicious, tasty, and with interesting flavour. Not the run of the mill cafe sandwich for sure.

The coffee is good, as you would expect at a specialty coffee shop run by Sample (you may know their St Peter’s store), but for us what stood out was the cool vibe and architectural space. In the back streets of Chippendale is the cafe inside an old confectionary store which once housed MacRobertsons confectionary. These were the makers of Australia’s oldest chocolate bar, the Cherry Ripe and the cafes namesake, Old Gold.

The cafe appears a haunt for architects, hipsters, cyclists, and anyone in the know for good coffee. Head into the converted factory space and you’ll notice exposed brick walls, dark interiors and exposed pipes in an industrial styled space. As you enter, you’re met with some trendy and fun guys behind the counter pouring out some coffees from the La Marzocco KB90 espresso machine which dominates the counter (and the little block of old gold chocolate on the bench is a nice touch).

Whether you’re after a single origin espresso, these are on rotation, a batch brew or ‘Sweet Tooth' for a milk based coffee, they pour a good drop. There’s also tea by Teacraft, hot chocolate and sofas for the non coffee drinkers.

Food wise, the menu is short but all you need for a quick bite with your coffee. Bruschetta with avocado or baked beans, three cheese toasties or rice pudding porridge to give an idea. Kurt gets their brekkie roll with poached egg, oozing with the egg yolk, this burger made all the better with the soft potato hash inside, fermented Chili aioli, salsa verde kale and cheddar. It’s a great burger a recommended choice.

We really like Old Gold, but it’s hard for us to visit since it’s only open weekdays. We will be back next time we get a a day off.

Teeny tiny 'lil modern space in the corner of a great funky warehouse conversion office area.
COFFEE: Really good, not overly bitter or weak but rather full bodied drink. They offer vegan: oat, almond etc milks.
FOOD: Simple short list of sandwiches and some in-front-counter daily Danishes/Croissants. Sadly - we can't eat the majority of the food here - thankfully though, they do serve Nonie's gluten free bread - so toast is a winner and they have a home made strawberry and pepper jam (get them to add more - as on the Nonie's bread, the taste is almost non existent with their typical fine spreading - they're not gf staff, so don't know!)
ACCESSIBILITY: Wheelchair and pram friendly (enter via Cleveland street) with accessibility bathrooms on site too.
Small outdoor area for 1-2 people + dog/s.
LOCATION: Not far from the heart of Chippendale - some street parking (very limited) available and only 5-10 mins walk from Redfern or Central station and a few minutes walk to the bus stops.
FEEL: Modern, slim lined minimal. Think less homely - more modern sleek business environment.
OVERALL: Will continue to go back for coffee and the guy who serves most days - always seems super laid back, proficient and friendly. Would recommend.

Shea is an absolute legend, his positive and friendly presence every morning makes the stressful days at work go a little smoother and his coffees keep me going💪🏼💪🏼

Loved the rustic contemporary decor of this open space. The coffee shop is at the ground level of a co-worker space that is filled with warm yellow lights, black metals and glass. This space is a renovated building from an old chocolate factory. Excellent coffee with nice staff.

Amazing coffee and proper coffee people. Highly recommend the cold brew. Location is a little difficult to find, I think it’s possible to go into the building via the Cleveland St entrance.

Great coffee!
Amazing food, had the savoury bagel and it rocked my world!
Super friendly staff. Best service I’ve had for a while.

We an amazing expresso and Ota flat white. The staff was super friendly

Such a great hidden gem! Consistently excellent coffee, quick service, and chill staff. It's easy to socially distance there as well.

Fantastic coffee and cool, rustic industrial space...

Legendary 3 cheese toastie and always excellent brews

Knowledgeable staff in regards to coffees, food was delicious. Big portions

Awesome iced latte 👌🏻

great coffee and toastie if it had a downside its the location of the cafe

Exceptionally good coffee here. A cut above the rest in Chippo.

Great coffee, just found this gem

Top coffee. Shae is a master barista.

Great interior space. Delightful coffee and staff.