I absolutely loved this place! The vibe was lively, and the food was refreshing, especially the strawberry watermelon cake! I wasn't expecting it to be so delicious. I enjoyed everything we bought as well as the service! This is a must-try if you visit Sydney! The only thing I hate is that I didn't buy any MERCH! read more

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went here for a small treat and a coffee. It's a busy little cafe in the warehouse area of surry hills, always a big line and they have a huge range of cakes, croissants, sandwiches and pies and sausage rolls all presented beautifully. Recently they did a little cake which had Nepal on it for the remembrance of the earthquake. They also do breads to go and some good coffees. The barista is also skilled at latte art. This time I had the layered watermelon cake, very fresh and creamy, it's very popular, and no wonder - it's delicious. I often go here and it's always good. read more

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We came for the watermelon cake, and stayed for coffee which was quite good - then I noticed it was little marionette - of course its good. They have a great selection of foods, mostly desserts and savoury options like pies and salads. The watermelon cake is awesome. We found service to be quite good, despite other people's experience, food and coffees delivered quick to the table with a smile and even some dancing behind the counter. Maybe it was because it was towards the end of the day's service. It's not inexpensive, but as mentioned, just stopping for coffee is great. read more

Black Star Pastry - Very strong coffee! Love it. - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Rosebery, NSW

Black Star is a patisserie that has become an institution in its own way by producing all original recipes but keeping to traditional if hand making all it's creations. When you walk into the Rosebery bakery it's reminiscent of the classic movie that we all know, "Oliver" and you are in a world of food glorious food. From pies, croissants, ginger ninjas to the famous watermelon cake the choices are crazy as they are amazing. I frequent this place for the herb and mushroom quiche and a coffee on the way to work. Both items are made with love and for only $10.00 it's a nice way to start the day. read more

Black Star Pastry - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Rosebery, NSW

Ah i have been here a couple of times and every time has been amazing! Coffee is great and love the selection of cakes and pies available on hand for breakfast lunch or just a little snack. I love their lemon and myrtle cake - the cake itself is so soft and yummy! I also enjoy their quiches. They have the first bitcoin atm for those that need it. They also have the fresh green juices. Some of the sweets can get pretty pricey though! Alas, i have yet to try their famous watermelon cake. Will have to do so this summer. Street parking is available. But you can hardly find any during the week, probably more luck on the weekends. read more

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"I did not know they do lunches," was the first thing I said when my friend suggested the place as this place is well known for their dessert. Their lunch menu is basic, you'll find your usual pies, salad and sandwiches. There's a 'make-your-own' toast section next to the bubbler and get your own cutlery and condiments section. The place has an industrial chic feel with high ceiling and exposed brick. So what makes people fallen over heels with this place? Is it the comfort food they serve, the beautiful looking slash photo ready cake, or because almost everything there taste great? Maybe it's the combination of everything. I started my lunch with Lamb Shank and Red Wine Pie with some Salad on the side. The pie pastry was perfectly flaky, the filling was tender and tasty. The salad was perfectly seasoned with great combination of spinach, pumpkin, grilled capsicum and goat's cheese. They're all delicious on their own but complemented each other when eaten together. My Pork and Lamb Sausage Roll was too dry for my taste. It probably spent a few minutes too long in the oven, otherwise it would've tasted great. I closed the meal with some dessert. You don't go to Black Star Pastry and not have their dessert. And of course I had their famous Strawberry and Watermelon Cake. It was light and not overly sweet. My daughter and I enjoyed it immensely. But with fame comes expectation. I did come with a very high expectation and although it tasted great, I was expecting a 'wow' moment and i did not get there. The Orange Cake with Persian Fig was delicious. The cake was moist with a prominent orange syrup flavour and the cream cheese that cuts through all that sweetness. The macadamia brownie was rich and a bit dark which I prefer. Suffice to say I walked out happier. Nothing beats great food! read more

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A buzzing and energetic place filled with the most gorgeous cakes and pastries. I'm in heaven. There is also a savouries quiche and pie section and lots of plain, wholemeal and sourdough breads on sale to take home. If you want to get a piece of the cafe's signature Strawberry Watermelon Cake with Rose Scented Cream, you'd better arrive early (around 8am) as this is a winner and sells out fast! The cake consists of two layers of almond dacquoise, fresh whipped cream, watermelon, Strawberries, Iranian pistachios and rose petals. Another favourite of mine is the moist Orange Cake With Persian Fig. This dainty little morsel is a pretty work of art. It is made from whole boiled oranges, and is garnished with cream cheese icing and seasonal preserved fruit, Persian figs, pistachios and rose petals. I highly recommend this cake - beautiful and oh so moist and deliciously decadent. The coffee here is strong and flavoursome as it is made from Little Marionette coffee beans served in colourful cups. Go for large or you'll be going back for more. The only problem in this cafe is the lining up to get served. You feel like you are back at school waiting, waiting to be served and getting to the top of the line to be told that your favourite cake has been sold out. If only you could sit down and receive table service, it would make this place better. read more

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Oh Black Star, you things so well, yet some not so well. Hmmmmm.... I'm not a fan of tuck shop run of the mill sandwiches, but do get cravings at certain places like Black Star. But I am disappointed every time!! You'd think I'd learn by now. Find the sandwiches very bland. And I am someone who can eat bland. But sandwiches are simply too dry & lack flavour. Spotted a new item. The lychee and raspberry cake. Since the watermelon rose water is the most IGed cake, one does not see and not try. Thoroughly & utterly disappointed!! Am on same level as Chinese fruit sponge cake. Was expecting a bit more oomph, especially at $10 a piece. Best part was the chocolate base. Staff here are either very helpful or not at all. There is no middle ground. read more

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Delicious strawberry cake, orange cake and blueberry tart! Exactly the same flavours as Newtown, less people but there's still a queue. Service was pretry poor with waitresses rushing your order, plating salads in a mess, slamming coffee onto your table. Just get used to it and lean back to avoid spillage on your clothing. Drip coffee was no good, no aroma, very watery. Something they need to work on. Recommend their pastry, cakes for sure. You might like to just take it to go so you have enjoy the entire delightful experience without drawbacks. read more

Black Star Pastry - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Rosebery, NSW

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Came to try the famous watermelon cake, it wasn't as good as the hype. I tried 2 versions: the single take away portion and the big cake for a house warming. Both times, the flavours and textures seemed a bit strange. I would prefer to eat a watermelon by itself. read more

Black Star Pastry - Watermelon cake - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Rosebery, NSW

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This place has a big name, and while it's not bad I wasn't blown-away by it. I'll definitely be back to give it another go, but I'm in no rush. Some friends and I stopped by after eating at Kitchen by Mike down the road (they're on the same block) to have a coffee. My "custard flan" (is there any other kind?) was good - kinda like a big Portuguese Tart. The chocolate croissants (that half the table ordered) were OK, but not fantastic. I've dropped by since my first visit, but the line of people waiting outweighs my interest to try it again. One cool (ok, gimmick) thing is that you can pay with Bitcoin! I didn't have my wallet on hand this time, but might come back just for the fun of paying with Btc. read more

Black star pastry Newtown has huge shoes to fill. Arriving 12:30 on the second day of the rosebery opening saw only 3 items left on the menu available. Everything else was sold out. Having said that the only pie left was more than up to scratch; delicious light pastry and tender, taste-filled lamb shanks. Baristas were on their toes but ordering staff a shambles (happily accepted a complimentary iced chocolate for the mixup though). Small detail but the straws on offer were cheaper than cheap. Slightest pressure and they split. Coffee was the best we have had in Sydney so far. And they need some home made tomato sauce. Will be back after they iron out their wrinkles. read more

Black Star Pastry - Sold out already! - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Rosebery, NSW

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I was excited to try the watermelon and strawberry cake and I was disappointed. Maybe they had a bad day but I ordered a 4 serve and the best I could say is it was like an average fruit and cream dessert. Wouldn't have it again but am definitely going to try a couple other cakes as there are so many good reviews and hopefully this was just an off day. Would not recommend this cake - it was cream, watermelon and strawberries with a sodden base. Blech. As for the service? Very disappointing. When you are paying upwards of $10 for a sliver of cake I expect more than a dead eyed stare and a mumbled response. I asked to have the cake cut into 2 and placed in separate boxes. A grimace and a resigned nod was the response. After being incredibly grateful and saying that several times to her I got nothing. This seemed to be mirrored by most of the other staff. Then again I am not 20, rake thin and gorgeous so that could have explained it. Not a fan. read more

My partner John ordered a custom gluten-free and dairy-free orange cake for my birthday last week. I enjoyed it thoroughly... I was especially impressed with what I THOUGHT was the dairy-free substitute to the cream cheese frosting... it tasted very much like the real thing... but that's because it WAS the actual cream cheese frosting. I spent the eve of my birthday suffering with some nasty digestive pyrotechnics which left my belly in a dodgy state for the entire weekend. Thanks for my early birthday surprise. It was unforgettable. read more

I love the lamb meat pie, the watermelon cake (truly unique and worth the price) and their brownie. Bonus: Good service. Extra bonus: One of the best places in town to play 'Dyke or Hipster?'... Myself included ;) read more

Loving this place. The coffee is perfection. The cakes are as pretty as they are delicious. The pies are a hearty meal. Plenty of vegetarian dishes on the menu that any meat eater would happily devour. The staff are uber cool but friendly and happy. My fav is the mushroom, ricotta pesto toasted sandwich or eggplant katsu burger, but I will walk past 5 coffee shops in order to get my soy latte here! read more

Great variety of cakes and foods! Had their famous watermelon cake and it was so delicious! read more

Black Star Pastry - Patisserie/Cake Shop Near Me - Rosebery, NSW

Have only been the one time. We had a pie (lamb shank) and pastry (berry danish). Both were tasty but outrageously priced. Bourke Street Bakery offer equally great tasting food at a much cheaper price. Coffee was okay but nothing to write home about. I would only drop in again if I was in the neighbourhood. read more

Not sure what's so great about this place. Baked goods are fresh but generally not that flavourful. Coffee is the worst coffee in Sydney, I'm shocked that people still order it. I do see the workers in there every night prepping for the next day, so that's pretty cool. Unfortunately just not a fan of what they are making. Try Grain around the corner if you are looking for tasty bread! read more

It's so nice to receive fantastic service I have been to Black Star Pastry at Newtown and this location and this is so much nicer. The venue is decorated in a laid back industrial style with a light and airy feeling. There are many more tables than their Newtown store. When we visited late on a Friday lunchtime the person in front of us got the last of one of the salads we were hoping for. The waiter serving us apologised and said it was the last for the day. We ordered the quiche and a chocolate brownie. we sat down to eat and within a minute, the waiter had brought over a complimentary serving of the salad we wanted - the kitchen had made a new one just for us. This was such a lovely kind gesture and we appreciated it enormously. All the staff there were great even though they were very busy. We really liked the food. the quiche was delicate with a light and crisp pastry and the filling was cooked perfectly. The brownie was decadently good with extravagant amounts of macadamia nuts . Definitely one of the best brownies that I have ever had, and I really like brownies. The bakery is known for its watermelon cake and that is nice if you like watermelon ( but I don't) so I can't really comment on that too much. My friend has a double expresso and said the coffee was great. All in all a very very pleasant experience. Good food done well. read more