The best bakeries and pastry shops in Melbourne

Whether you're after a buttery croissant, artisanal sourdough or a decadent doughnut, these are the city's best bakeries and pastry shops.

Baker D. Chirico

With its sleek packaging and stylish staff, Baker D. Chirico is as much about aesthetics as it is about substance. The whole-wheat sourdough has a cult following, and the steadfast menu items rotate daily. Whether a still-warm loaf or a delicate raspberry frangipane tart, this bakery is a Melbourne staple.

Agathe Patisserie

French pastry wizard Agathe Kerr brings Parisian perfection to Melbourne at Agathe Patisserie. Her market stall-turned-bakery serves up incredible laminated pastries. From pandan and matcha croissants to delicate cruffins piped fresh with Nutella or salted caramel. Don't be discouraged if you spot a line—it’s worth the wait.

Bread Club

This North Melbourne favourite, run by French bakers Tim Beylie and Brice Antier, is too good to keep secret. The sourdough selection is top-tier, but the real magic lies in the viennoiserie. Think filled croissants, citrus doughnuts, and the legendary banana split croissant pastry.

Lune Croissanterie

If Melbourne has a pastry mecca, it’s Lune Croissanterie. With precision akin to rocket science, the croissants are impossibly crisp. The city outpost churns out thousands of croissants weekly with its classic menu. Expect lines snaking up the street, for very good reason.

Publique

Sunghoon Kim’s Publique is a sourdough haven tucked away near Queen Victoria Market. It's famous for its sourdough croissants, Portuguese tarts, and danishes made with fresh market fruit.  This is the second outpost of the hidden gem, with a menu celebrating Korean heritage. Inventive pastries like the pain bulgogi, a croissant filled with sweet and salty Korean BBQ beef, are not to be missed.

Bakemono

A converted garage in Drewery Lane is home to Bakemono. This is one of the city’s best spots for Japanese and Korean-inspired baked goods. The standout items? Puffy blueberry custard danishes, yuzu almond croissants, and the now-famous Korean-style garlic bread. It comes stuffed with slightly sweet cream cheese and bathed in garlic butter.

Kudo

Hiding inside the Hotel Windsor, Kudo is Melbourne’s best-kept secret for gluten-free pastries. Run by pastry chef Felix Goodwin and Elena Nguyen, this tiny shop serves inventive seasonal treats. You'll find kumquat canelés and fermented mandarin choux. But don't miss the chewy cookies and perfect gluten-free sourdough.

Bloomwood

A pastry shop with a playful twist. New cafe Bloomwood reimagines classic pastries through an Asian-Australian lens. Expect a Korean corn cheese danish, pandan crepes filled with coconut and palm sugar, and taro pastries with ube mascarpone. Don’t forget to order a 'Bloom-tini,' a specialty coffee garnished with three tiny croissants on a skewer.

Antara

An all-day dining destination blending woodfired cooking with high-end patisserie. By day, bakers craft laminated pastries and sourdough; the kitchen shifts to refined modern dinner dishes by night. The dramatic open kitchen adds to the spectacle. The pastries push boundaries with brie, grape escargot, and dried fig choc-chip cookies.

CBD Bakery

For a taste of classic Australian baked goods, CBD Bakery delivers. It’s the last true Aussie-style bakery in the city, offering meat pies, sausage rolls, vanilla slices, lamingtons, and honey joys. Find pure nostalgia in every bite.

Double Dutch

From the team behind Rumble Coffee, Double Dutch in Kensington is Melbourne’s latest bakery obsession. This community-driven spot is all about fresh-baked bread, turned into sandwiches that sell out daily. Don't skip the traditional Dutch speculaas pull-apart buns. The venue has warm and welcoming vibes, making it a go-to for locals.

Brioche by Philip

Bringing a slice of France to Melbourne, Brioche by Philip offers Michelin-star-worthy pastries. You'll find buttery brioche buns and walnut, cranberry, and white chocolate rolls to curb your sweet tooth. The artisanal sourdough and classic baguettes are just as tempting, making this a must-visit for carb lovers.

M&G Caiafa

Located in Queen Victoria Market, M&G Caiafa is a family-run business. This stall has supplied Melbourne with gourmet breads, pastries, dried fruits, and baking ingredients for over 50 years. Whether you're after freshly baked goods or premium pantry staples, this spot has it all. It's the best spot for essential carb shopping in the market.