Oven Stories
A well-regarded bakery in Hawthorn, rated 4.8 across more than 280 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Oven Stories sits on Auburn Road in Hawthorn, a leafy, established inner-eastern suburb of Melbourne. A well-regarded bakery, it's earned a strong reputation for its beautifully made bread, pastries and treats — the kind of quality, craft-focused spot that draws a devoted following and turns a coffee stop into a genuine treat.
The appeal is that focus on quality, hand-crafted baking in a relaxed Hawthorn location, perfect for grabbing a fresh loaf, a morning pastry or something delicious to take away. There's something special about a local bakery that takes real care with its craft, and Oven Stories has clearly won over a loyal following in the inner east.
With a 4.8 rating from more than 280 reviews, it's clearly hitting the mark. The range, daily baking, opening hours and pricing vary, and a popular bakery can sell out of favourites and gets busy on weekends, so it's worth checking current details and arriving early before a special trip — particularly if you've got your heart set on something specific from the cabinet in Hawthorn.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 07:00 – 17:00
- Tuesday
- 07:00 – 17:00
- WednesdayToday
- 07:00 – 17:00
- Thursday
- 07:00 – 17:00
- Friday
- 07:00 – 17:00
- Saturday
- 07:00 – 17:00
- Sunday
- 07:00 – 17:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 89
- Popularity
- 74
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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