The South Melbourne Bakery

I visited The South Melbourne Bakery today. I was a regular here when they first opened 18months ago as I worked locally, but then started to work from home. It would be a pity not to let you all know about this special bakery and the great items there. They are still open during these COVID-19 times, seven days a week from 7am - 4pm [specially adjusted hours]. It is quite a homely, almost rustic looking bakery that normally has seating inside and out. [Currently sticking to the restriction guidelines.] The baker, or should I say Chef, Chris, a seasoned Chef of over 30+years has bought a European touch to South Melbourne. There is also the lovely Bell working there, plus other staff. They are very accommodating and offer suggestions of what to eat and you can tell the food here is made with love. With their selections of savoury and sweet items there is something for everyones pallet and dietary needs. Items are baked daily so you know that you are getting fresh food of a high standard. Their baguettes and almond croissants are definite client favourites Bell told me today. For the keen baguette eater, note that their fillings change regularly as they use locally sourced produce currently in season. Reason enough to be a repeat visitor I say! I got to try their Chicken Baguette today - what a treat [thanks]- herb and beetroot sourdough croutons on top of arugula / rocket salad, freshly cut chicken, covered in a smokey BBQ like aioli. Crunchy to bite in to with a soft texture inside. Makes for a hearty lunch. Yum! What I ordered - *Pearl Barley Bread Loaf - a cross between a rye and a sourdough texture, soft interior with a crunchy exterior. $9 TIP 1: Great with Nuttelex and apricot jam. TIP 2: freezes well and has a long shelf life *Carrot Cake - perfectly sized for a snack with a coffee. Incredibly moist with a delicate texture and filled with loads of carrots. The carrot quill on top of the icing is a nice artistic finishing touch. $3.50 *The Escargot - crunchy, buttery and cinnamony in taste. w Filled with a generous amount of sultanas amongst the well defined, aerated layers. $6 I cannot tell you which was my favourite, though there is a lean towards the bread, as I am a repeat customer - but the carrot cake, well, it is simply quite special. You can decide! Drop in and check them out - you won't be disappointed.

Nice coffee and snacks, nice staff too.

Nice coffee

I have no idea how I had not noticed this place on the strip... The place looks amazing and the chicken sandwich was great. Whilst waiting I hear other customers praise their food too so make sure you check them out of you're around here... Take a look at the pix 🤤

Wonderful as always! Been a while since I last dined here. Their potato/mushroom pastry is really good and so is their carrot cake. Very generous serving too!

Great bakery in South Melbourne. Make sure you check them out on a Wednesday or Friday for their roast beef rolls - absolutely delicious and great value!

Absolutely beautiful baked goods and coffee. Chris offers great food and service! LOVE it.

I went in to buy the beetroot loaf after reading the reviews. I am so glad I did because it is wonderful. Will definitely be back to buy more.

This place has best croissant ~ wait it also has the best chocolate croissant ~

Amazing bakery items here. Artesian baking. Fantastic staff.