Be VERY aware of being ripped off at this business. This was our third visit and EVERY time we have…read morebeen overcharged. The first time $8 for a sandwich we were told was $6, the second time we were charged $15.60 for two vegetarian pies when the sign says they are $6.80 each making the total $13.60 and today we were overcharged $2 AGAIN on a donut. The same woman has overcharged us each time, short blond hair in her 60's who actually spends most of her time leaning against the counter talking to customers she obviously knows rather than actually working. Today she stood and continued her conversation with one man for around 5 minutes while we waited. We also noted that she handed him his food but he did not appear to have paid??? Is that how it works, someone she knows is given products while other customers are overcharged to make up the shortfall? We said nothing the first couple of times thinking it was a small amount and possibly a genuine mistake in a busy business but then again today we realise this is intentional. This is a very busy business, if they serve 100 customers per day and add on $2 each that's an extra $200 in clear profit per day, 5 days a week that's an extra $1000, per month $4000 and in a year $48 000. Most people won't notice a small extra charge or when walking off just let it go, but this business is ripping people off. Possibly a case for notifying Consumer Affairs. Treat your customers with respect or you will lose them.

I recommend the dusted sponge cake. Highly recommend actually…read more It is a simple, light sponge. Filled with cream and a little strawberry jam. Dusted with icing sugar. This for only $7. Someone from work shared with me. Now I'm sharing with you. If you like cake and appreciate simple and yum things ... TRY THIS CAKE. The shop looks very dated and old school and I like that. I haven't tried anything else here as yet. But I will keep coming back for the dusted sponge!

It was fortunate that I had a dentist appointment because it meant that I could leave the 5k radius…read moreduring our Covid lockdown, and I took an opportunity after my dental appointment to grab something for the ride home. This place was quite nice, and I'm sure they appreciated the custom during this time. Their cakes were quite lovely, and they made a decent coffee as well. I'd definitely give this place another shot.

I was in the middle of being served when another customer entered the store after me and simply cut…read morein and placed his order and payed. Rude and entitled on the customer's part (who realised this and apologised), however it could have been better handled by the staff, by finishing serving me. The customer actually purchased the last mushroom pie which I was about to order. This said, I have usually had a positive shopping experience over the last few years at La Panella Bakery.

There are a few cafes scattered along the Edwardes Street strip in Reservoir and this is probably…read moreone of my favourites (though it has been ages since I have been down there - probably about a year now as I have moved away from the area). The place is always packed full of people, and the staff are always friendly. I actually quite like the fact that they have tables outside (there isn't a huge amount of room inside to sit down) and it is sheltered from the elements (though it does get a bit cold). As for snacks - there is a pretty decent selection as well, both sweet and savoury. In fact it makes me want to go back down there now (if it wasn't for that fact that it happens to be closed).

I'll have one of the chocolate chick pea cakes, a Banoffe tart, and a lemon & coconut syrup cake…read moreplease! What do you mean, diet? I've never heard of no diet. The Northcote Bakeshop is a cute little bakery on High Street, where there's not much around, but is totally worth the trip there just on it's own. They cater for both the savoury and sweet tooth. I had a vegan empanada today which was made up of tomatoes, pumpkin, corn and olives. Just delightful. They also have a whole range of gluten free options as well. Best thing is it's all baked locally in Northcote. Definitely worth a stop if you're ever up that way.

Currently dogsitting in Northcote and got recommended to visit this place haha. Was pleasantly…read moresurprised when ordering their delicious sausage rolls that it came with what I'm assuming some fresh made tomato relish. Also got an beef empanada which wasn't too bad either. I grew up with Chilean friends whose parents always made empanadas so the bakeshop ones don't quite stack up but probably cause they were made earlier then heated up. An empanada in my experiences have been super fresh in that if you're too impatient you take a bite and the steam and filling (usually cheese for me) burn you haha

Pretty solid Bánh mì in the 'burbs. The salad is fresh and abundant, the BBQ pork is a little on…read morethe sweet side (a huge plus for many people), and the bread is okay but a little drier than I like. At $4 for a filling lunch, I'm still saying this is a win for Bánh mì addicts.

Excellent Bahn mi selections, meat pies (their beef curry one is great), as well as Australian…read moredesserts like slices. Cool hole in the wall ambiance. Prompt service as well. Large assortment of beverages in addition. They also have larger entrees like fried rice and meats. Recommended if you are in the Reservoir neighborhood of Melbourne in Victoria (Australia)!

This has to be one of the best cafe/hot bread shops ever created. The hot bead aspect is very…read moregood but for take away choice there is so much, it's cheap and moreish.

This lebanese bakery and cafe is our new must! First, the service is pretty good and friendly which…read moremake you want to go back again. Then their specialties...I almost always get a shanklish and my husband loves the halloumi chesse pastry. For the perfect end, the cardamom rose water custard. Glad we discovered it!

I absolutely love this little hide away spot. It's a great place to grab a coffee and a cake and…read morerest a bit before heading to the market. They also serve a pretty hearty brew or lunch if you are in the mood. The eggs Benedict are well made. The staff is always friendly and helpful.

What a gem of a little bakery! Not being on the main Sydney…read moreroad drag means that there are mainly locals that frequents this shop. Although I have a feeling that the Village Bakery may have its own not-so-local addicts. It's one of those places that looks almost warehouse like from the outside so you don't really look twice. Once you decide to visit Village Bakery though, it's a whole different story! It's elegant and welcoming inside, Open plan type counter and seatings and bread, cakes and pastries, pies and the smell of coffee. It's bright and smells delicious inside. You know you're gonna put on those kilos here. Bread are fresh daily, and there's also a selection of cheap day old bread on the side. Fresh whole meal loaf will set you back about $4 and between $1-3 for day old sourdough, rolls etc. I tried the Nutella donuts ($4)ea also available with jam or custard Pies and pasties selection include lamb, chicken and vego and there's also quiches on offer It was super difficult to keep my eyes off he cake cabinet... Eeeegggghhhhh I spied meringues, berry tarts cheesecakes, EVERY THING looks good!!!! I walked out still sniffing the coffee in the air and thinking about my next purchase... Oh its a blessing and a curse to have finally discovered the Village Bakery. Tip: on street parking and a few off street parking spots directly on door. If you're stuck, park at union square across the road

A quaint little bakery you may not think twice about. However, if you just kept walking on by then…read moreunfortunately you would've just missed out on some really good treats. Sure they make your typical varieties of fresh breads and sweets, but it's the Greek speciality items on offer that makes The Village Bakery worth a visit. The spanakopita in particular is a rare treat. They don't make it often, so when it is available, the locals flock to it. The folio pastry they use must be homemade as it's nothing like the stuff you'd find in a supermarket. It's thicker and beautifully crispy on top. The filling has the perfect balance between salty feta and earthy spinach. I can definitely see why it runs out so fast. One morning I popped in to grab one of their Greek pastries with the custard in the middle, and the owner told me they had just baked a fresh batch and went to get me a one from the back. It was still warm which made it twice as good. Now I try to get there in the morning hoping to score another freshly baked goody.