Best Bakeries in Melbourne (2026)
Looking for the best bakeries in Melbourne? We've rounded up 169 of the city's standout spots — from neighbourhood favourites to buzzy new openings. Every venue is ranked by our Spot Score, which weighs reputation, popularity and freshness, so you can book with confidence. Filter by suburb, price or what's open now to find your next go-to.
From flaky croissants and sourdough to the great Australian pie and sausage roll, Melbourne's bakeries are at their best early — the good stuff sells out. These are the ones worth setting an alarm for.
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Miss Penny Cakes
Bakeries in Brunswick, Melbourne.
La Colmena
Bakeries in South Yarra, Melbourne.
Loafer Bread
$$Bakeries in Fitzroy, Melbourne.
Tori’s
Bakeries in Melbourne CBD, Melbourne.
Amann Patisserie
Bakeries in Carlton, Melbourne.
Cupcake Central Bakery
Bakeries in Footscray, Melbourne.
Dana Patisserie
$Bakeries in St Kilda, Melbourne.
La Croissanterie & Co
Bakeries in Hawthorn, Melbourne.
Cherry Pie - American Dessert Pies
Bakeries in Docklands, Melbourne.
Madeleine de Proust Patisserie
Bakeries in Carlton, Melbourne.
Nhu Lan Bakery
$Bakeries in Footscray, Melbourne.
Miilk Cake Studio
Bakeries in Melbourne CBD, Melbourne.
Lovey Patisserie Cafe
Bakeries in Melbourne CBD, Melbourne.
Choukette
$Bakeries in Brunswick, Melbourne.
Emotional Oranges Crepe Cake & Cafe
Dessert Spots in South Yarra, Melbourne.
Monarch Cakes
$$Bakeries in St Kilda, Melbourne.
The French Lettuce
$$Bakeries in Fitzroy, Melbourne.
LuxBite
$$Bakeries in South Yarra, Melbourne.
Bakeries by suburb
Zoom in on the best bakeries in Melbourne's most popular neighbourhoods.
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Read guide →Bakeries in Melbourne — FAQs
What are the best bakeries in Melbourne?+
Our top-rated bakeries in Melbourne are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Melbourne bakeries ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter bakeries by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many bakeries are listed in Melbourne?+
We currently feature 169 bakeries across Melbourne and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.