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Melbourne's Best Cafés and Bakeries
Looking for the best coffee, bread and pastries in Melbourne? This is your ultimate insider's guide.
Melbourne's rich mix of global cultures brings the city an array of delicious baked goods, from the Jewish challah to Middle Eastern pide, Japanese shokupan, and world-renowned croissants. In this guide, we explore the best cafés and bakeries in Melbourne. From the innovative and creative pastries at To Be Frank Bakery to the handcrafted, artisanal bread at 279, and the world-renowned croissants of Lune, each establishment offers a unique taste of Melbourne's café and bakery scene.
All picks in this article are based on recommendations from World of Mouth experts like Pat Nourse, Thomas Carr, and Ben Shewry, which you can find in the World of Mouth app. So whether you're looking for a great cup of coffee or the best croissant in town, read on and explore the best bakeries and cafés Melbourne has to offer.
To Be Frank Bakery
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Shop 1/4 Bedford St, Collingwood
Shop 1/4 Bedford St, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia
To Be Frank Bakery is a cozy spot in Melbourne that focuses on sustainability and community. Their handcrafted approach and carefully chosen ingredients keep locals coming back for fresh, high-quality breads and other baked treats. The welcoming atmosphere makes it easy to settle in and enjoy something truly satisfying.
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My local bakery - and what a lucky local I am.There's really no wrong answer here, and you could close your eyes, point at anything and pick a winner, but I particularly love Franco's fougasse, and the panettone is a banger.
Zelda Bakery
54 Glen Eira Rd, Ripponlea
54 Glen Eira Rd, Ripponlea VIC 3185, Australia
Zelda Bakery is a small kosher bakery in Ripponlea that began in a garage in 2018. They focus on small-batch sourdough breads and other baked goods made with local ingredients and a natural leaven. With limited opening days, everything is freshly baked in a stone oven before it’s sold.
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Prepare to queue for sourdough bread and pastries at this kosher shop window. Recommended: the olive twist, savoury handpies, babka, chocolate rye cookies and the special weekly knish. Open Wed and Fri only. Get a coffee from Spout and take your bounty to the railway station park nearby.
Tivoli Road Bakery
3 Tivoli Rd, South Yarra
3 Tivoli Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia
Tivoli Road Bakery is a relaxed spot in Melbourne known for its fresh baked goods, which change daily to keep things interesting. Locals often stop by for a bite during the day, whether they’re craving something savory or sweet. It’s a welcoming place that focuses on simple, good food and a friendly atmosphere.
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Adore this place! Visit on most days. Their cakes are so delicious are different every day of the week! So it’s always a lovely surprise. Their sandwiches are my go-to, always a vegetarian option as well as a chicken and ham/pork. All made fresh on their delicious sourdough. Highly recommend for a lunch break if you’re ever in the area.
Moon Cruller
50 Rose St, Fitzroy
50 Rose St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia
Moon Cruller is a project launched in 2020 by the team behind Lune Croissanterie in Melbourne. They apply careful techniques with a hint of NYC-inspired fun, creating a relaxed spot for anyone who enjoys sweet pastries. It’s a simple, friendly place to drop by when you’re craving something special in a laid-back setting.
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Ignore the haters. This place will kick you over the edge. Deep fried choux, smothered in various flavoured icings - what could go wrong? Absolutely nothing. Order a half dozen - you'll need it.
279
279 Victoria St, West Melbourne
279 Victoria St, West Melbourne VIC 3003, Australia
279 is a relaxed spot in West Melbourne that specializes in Japanese musubi with an Australian touch. The café is set in a freshly renovated corner building and features rotating coffee roasts, making it an inviting place to explore new flavor combinations. It has a clean, easygoing vibe that blends Japanese traditions with local café culture.
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Hands-down one of the best coffees in Melbourne, pour-over miso soup, ochazuke. A breakfast to be reckoned with.I love you, 279 Victoria St. Onigiri/musubi with mackerel and spring onion, and with mustard greens and sesame. Throw in what I think is hands-down one of the best coffees in Melbourne plus pour-over miso soup and ochazuke and you’ve got a breakfast to be reckoned with.
CIBI
33-39 Keele St, Collingwood
33-39 Keele St, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia
CIBI is a casual Japanese-style café in Collingwood, known for its laid-back setting and good coffee. Alongside its simple, well-prepared meals, they also have a small homeware store featuring unique items from Japan. Despite often being busy, it’s usually easy to find a seat and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere.
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Japanese style cafe with simple Japanese dishes and good coffee. Also a nice homeware store.CIBI is a big, casual Japanese style cafe in Collingwood. It's a cool place especially for people from out of town. They serve good coffee, Japanese breakfast, omelets, rice bowls, noodles and other simple dishes. And they have a very cool homeware store selling interesting things like high quality handmade ceramics, knives and books from Japan. The place is always busy, but you can always get a seat quite easily. Right next door is a really great plant shop.
Tokyo Lamington Melbourne
258 Elgin St, Carlton
258 Elgin St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia
Tokyo Lamington Carlton in Melbourne offers fresh spins on a well-loved local specialty, along with coffee and other baked options. The relaxed setup invites visitors to drop by for a quick snack or a casual catch-up. It’s a straightforward spot that adds a playful touch to familiar favorites.
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The humble lamington, elevated. For those who aren't familiar, a lamington is an Australian cake made from sponge cake coated in chocolate sauce and rolled in coconut. Sometimes its filled with a layer of cream, jam or other delicious things. At Tokyo Lamington you will find a range of modern interpretations with combinations such a fairybread popcorn, yuzu meringue, lemon myrtle lime bitters. Soft, fluffy, sweet and tasty! Check them out x
Udom House
Victoria Buildings, 343 Victoria St, West Melbourne
Victoria Buildings, 343 Victoria St, West Melbourne VIC 3003, Australia
Udom House is a cozy, homestyle cafe in Melbourne with a focus on Thai-inspired flavors and fresh pastries. The laid-back atmosphere makes it a welcoming spot for a casual breakfast or coffee break.
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A home style cafe that is all about coffee and serving delicious Thai breakfast style dishes and pastries.Go for the pandan kaya toast, housemade curry pastes, delicious brunch dishes and strong iced coffee variations.
Lune Croissanterie Fitzroy
119 Rose St, Fitzroy
119 Rose St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia
Lune Croissanterie Fitzroy is a relaxed spot in Melbourne known for its carefully crafted pastries. The team’s science-driven approach and dedication to quality have helped raise the bar for baked goods across the city. Its calm atmosphere makes it an inviting place to enjoy something special without feeling rushed.
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Market Lane Coffee - Sydney Road
383 Sydney Rd, Brunswick
383 Sydney Rd, Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia
Market Lane Coffee – Sydney Road is a relaxed coffee spot in Melbourne with a strong focus on responsibly sourced beans. They personally visit the farms they buy from, placing a big emphasis on traceability and sustainability. With several other locations in the city, it’s easy to drop by and enjoy their welcoming atmosphere.
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The king of Melbourne coffee in 8 locations. The beans are traceable and sustainably sourced. Any visitor coming to a city knows where to get the good coffee and Melbourne is the coffee capital of the world. The king of coffee in Melbourne is Market Lane. They have 8 locations, so you can always find one in the city. But the thing that sets them apart is they also run a green bean importation business where they sourced beans from farms themselves by visiting them and they’re really strict on traceability and sustainability. I really admire them for their commitment and then they make really, really good coffee soI like spending my money there.
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