The Bread Roll Shop has one of the best almond croissants and nutella doughnuts I have ever tasted…read morein my life. The atmosphere here is very inviting, the staff are so lovely, helpful and patient. More on that almond croissant though... so many fluffy flaky layers with a ton of almonds on top. This beats as all the other croissants I've had, as the others have have come with only have a couple almonds sprinkled here and there. I came here again the next day and had every intention of trying other pastries but just couldn't and had to have another Almond Croissant, they are soooo delicious! I do recommend following their Instagram page to keep up to date on different flavors and different pastries they are crafting throughout the year! You can't say you've had an amazing croissant without trying this place.

Exceptional bakery - they obviously take so much care and the cabinets are so full of delicious…read morelooking rolls and buns that it is hard to choose... In the end I picked one of their beautiful scrolls and it was as good as it looked. There is something about the quality here that you don't often see - there is that personal touch in the dough that makes it different. The pie pastry is really great too - proper pie pastry, it's hard to get a pie like theirs anymore. But they have done it just right!!

After changing ownership and name, Tivoli Road Bakery was at risk of losing the following it had…read moregained as Movida Bakery. This has not been the case. The coffee is good, but the food is better! I'm guilty of being in there most weekends picking up a coffee, sandwich and a salted caramel donut. As other yelpers have stated the donuts are amaze-balls. There's also a great selection of delicious pies, sausage rolls and other treats. Only negative is the wait for a coffee can sometimes blow out. Might need two baristas on the coffees in peak times.

Just off Toorak Road, Tivoli Road Bakery is a small but lively cafe, offering freshly baked bread…read moreand pastries. Be warned, it is 'the place to be' and is usually very busy however, with the skill and precision of the staff, you won't be waiting long. The staff are always happy to chat, bringing the bakery to life. Strawberry Danish This danish is great for a sweet start to your morning! With strawberries and almonds, it's definitely suitable for all of the sweet-tooth's out there! Custard Donut These donuts are incredible! The donuts themselves, covered in sugar, are soft and sweet. The filling (available in custard, caramel and Nutella), is creamy and delicious. They're perfect for an afternoon tea treat.

On our way back to the station from an event we came upon a lovely local bakery that looked…read morefascinating. They've been here for 30yrs but have no reviews on zomato?! And only two on Yelp... But they do have a facebook presence where they announce the daily bakes. The interior has much underutilized space and makes it look like they're new. Firebrand Bakery, a small rustic bakery on main street, that creates hand-shaped sourdough bread baked in an original 1930s wood fired oven, without using commercial yeast or additives. Personally I'm iffy about things being unwrapped, people breathe on them, and bugs (flies touch them...) I prefer everything shrink wrapped. There's a large selection of unwrapped paper bagged loafs, to give that real rustic feel, some baked slices/muffins and Boscastle pies. At 1.30pm they were almost sold out of pies. We had the chicken mushroom well seasoned and herbed without being too salty or liquidy. Delicious! Yes you can buy these in the freezer at IGA. As someone who grew up on pastries (and frozen food in general) these are one of the best I've had, with a matching price tag. A flourless raspberry & boysenberry slice was what we're really here for. At $5 it was average price, though we were happy with the size. The slice was just like a friand! Moist all the way and delightful! Can't wait to get this again. I would have like the option to serve it warm with cream but it's takeaway only. Though some tables outside would be nice. Service was very friendly, unexpectedly they take card, no min. Unlike the fruit shop on the same strip. We can't wait to return for a loaf and sourdough chocolate croissants! I think a warm loaf (even if it was warmed on the journey home) is one of life's most wonderful simple pleasures!

Lovingly-made old-world style bread like this is hard to come by, even in a foodie epicentre like…read moreMelbourne. I live right by the QV Market, which has plenty of decent bread, but Firebrand is the real deal. All of their bread is made with a natural leaven (started around the same time AC/DC had their big breakthrough, how can you not love that?), hand-shaped, and baked in a wood-fired oven. Totally worth the trek across town. Each day they bake different breads, so check with the baking schedule before you go. Personal faves are the Spicy Fruit Sourdough and the Schwarzbrot (100% Rye), baked on Mondays and Tuesdays, respectively.

Divine and beautifully dressed desserts on display…read more This place on Glenferrie Road dresses the street up with their stunning display of cakes, pastries and savouries. You pay for what you get. It's very busy on the weekends so a touch of patience is required but once you take a seat, it's a place you want to be to share a cup of coffee and a chin was with a friend. Don't be fooled by the size of the place at the front as they have more seating at the back. The lemon tart had a good balance of tart and sweet. The pastry was crumbly and complemented the filling. Definitely a local's favourite for catch ups or simply to read the newspaper.

I like going to Annie's Pantry just to look at their discount cake table. This row of delicacies…read moreare tasty, well made and really really cheap (see the photo attached). Just like an old fashioned bakery should be, this venue doesn't pull any punches with its cheese, cream and sugar. If you are after healthy food, then it's probably best to walk away. If you are in need of something naughty, then you are in good hands. Colourful biscuits, dense cakes and enormous loaves of bread dot the landscape and you'll have a hard time making a decision. Just make sure you check out that discount table, it really is fantastic. There is also a great selection of meat pies, so don't be afraid to ask what flavours they have and let the staff help you work your way through the options. Expect friendly service and lots of jokes. The two ladies who own this little bakery and always up for a laugh and were positively thrilled that I was taking photos of their products.

Dee-lish Eastern European cakes and pastries, everything from polish plum jam, sugar-dusted, yummy…read moreyeast donuts to amazing poppyseed yeast-cake. Yum. Just yum. Reminds me of my grandparent's kitchen when I was growing up. Coffee is average and service is a little grumpy. Pricing is fairly expensive. Open late most nights. Give it a try! X

We chose a plain baked cheese cake which was creamy and delicious with a thin biscuity crust…read more Totally decadent. The yo-yo biscuit while very satisfying didn't taste like I know a yo-yo should. The ice ing overwhelmed the biscuit a little too much for my liking. Overall a very as expected experience from an old favourite. We did take away instead of eat in as its quite small and frankly a little pokey.

Only four stars simply because I need to go back and try the cakes and pastries! I just popped in…read morefor coffee however, I was blown away by the fabulous sweet smells, the home made ginger bread houses on the counter (it's Christmas time), and then I spotted ALL the fabulous looking cakes, slices and pasties. OMG! Stay turned for pictures. Just a word of the services which was genuine and really friendly. The vibe of the place was nice. If your in the area, or even if it's a bit of a hike for you, check it out.

Proximity to home. Divine patisserie & bread. Bringing some luxe to Bentleigh.read more

Think Fitzroy Street is nothing but bogans and backpackers? You've clearly never been to the…read moreamazing Bakery D. Chirico! Everything is made fresh in-house -- I should know because I lived upstairs and had to suffer the smells of heavenly pastry prep each night. Prepare for a long wait if you venture in on a weekend -- this local hot spot is always busy. Always. The inside seats all of about two patrons, but there are plenty of tables outdoors, rain or shine. The plain croissants are a perfect hangover cure, totally worth the crowd. Next time you're in the beach 'burb, you'll definitely want to stop by this incredible lil artisan bakery.

I love this little shop! We don't have places like this in America. So charming and quaint. You…read morewalk in and you've been transported into a beautiful bakery. Everything is homemade and delicious. I would eat here every day if I lived here. A wonderful selection of breads, desserts, lunch items and much more! I would definitely rate this as a must stop if you are visiting or live here!