The Shire’s Best Bakeries
Time to cross some croissants off your bucket list
Bourke Street Bakery, Kirrawee
Flour
Nestled in the leafy Caringbah South, Flour is all types of chic. The sleek and tonal design features earthy countertops and soft pale woods, all amidst a light-flooded space for you to sit and enjoy your coffee or freshly baked treat. Their talented team of bakers have crafted the most divine menu full of pastries, loaves, scrolls, quiches, cookies, rolls, and more. The best part? The 'Doughroom'! You can pry on all your favourite pastries being made fresh through the glass walls that lead into their kitchen.
277 Willarong Road, Caringbah
Bourke Street Bakery
Tucked into the back of Kirrawee’s industrial estate, Bourke Street Bakery Kirrawee is a must-visit for bakery connoisseurs, and now their second location in Caringbah offers the same irresistible treats. With plenty of must-try treasures on the menu, start with the classics like croissants, lemon curd tarts, and pear danishes, before giving their vegan veggie curry pie a whirl. Need something to wash down those goodies? You can't miss the house-made chocolate milk, iced tea, and lemonade. A match made in heaven!
3/455 The Boulevarde, Kirrawee
Suite 2/32 Cawarra Road, Caringbah
Sonoma Bakery
The people at Sonoma Bakery are as passionate about sourdough as you can get. They have been serving their iconic loaves since the late 90s and Shire residents have finally been blessed with their very own store. They’ve got their own versions of classic bakery faves including almond croissants, Portuguese tarts, sausage rolls and pies up for grabs as well as cold-pressed juices and house-roasted coffee. Snag something from their bake-at-home range to take with you and be sure to pop by the Sutherland Shire Farmers Markets for their pop-up stall every Saturday. Scout tip: Their almond croissants are known to sell out, so we recommend getting in early over the weekend!
Shop 1/12/16 Macmahon Place, Menai
Groundbake Bakery
There's always a buzz at Groundbake as locals eagerly await their freshly baked loaves. There is no doubt that these guys produce some of the best sourdough in The Shire. They also serve up a handful of gluten-free options that have been described by some as ‘life-changing!’. Our picks? The slow-cooked chunky beef pie and delicious antioxidant bars. As Groundbake operates as a storefront only, we recommend popping down to Cronulla Park to indulge in your freshly acquired goodies.
8 Surf Road, Cronulla
Baked by Keiran
One of the most exciting openings this year has been Sutherland’s new Baked By Keiran. Now Keiran’s 5th Sydney store, this bakery is a fab choice for a coffee catch-up with friends with ample sunny seating out front. Snag a loaf of their famous 72-hour sourdough, grab a coffee and indulge in a flaky pastry. These good people also craft some pretty awesome custom cakes so if you’re in need of something to celebrate with, you know where to go.
844-846 Old Princes Highway, Sutherland
Thoroughbread
There’s a reason Thoroughbread is the chosen supplier for oodles of cafes across The Shire, including one of our faves, Jack Gray. Their organic loaves and pastries are as good as it gets. There are plenty of freshly baked sweet and savoury goodies up for grabs including buns, bagels and tarts. Another local go-to for their almond croissants too!
19 Monro Avenue, Kirrawee
More Daily Ritual
Backing onto the much-loved Burraneer institution that is Our Father Cafe, More Daily Ritual was created as a way to add meaning to your daily ritual of acquiring your essentials. They offer bread, croissants, bagels, coffee and sandwiches, along with some pantry staples. Keeping things simple, intentional and delicious, More Daily Ritual is the perfect addition to Our Father Cafe.
182 Burraneer Bay Road, Burraneer
Sweet Mayhem
If you’re looking for friendly vibes and indulgent bakes as a backdrop to your next coffee date, we recommend popping by this little piece of urban paradise. Ex Black Star Pastry chef, Maria Mayhew, heads up the team at Sweet Mayhem and stocks the cabinet with delicious fresh-made bites each day. Their menu can sort you out with a full-sized meal or just sweets. Our personal fave would be the bread and butter pudding served with warm custard as well as the Lemon Curd Meringue Chiffon cake - an essential for any celebration.
Shop 11/570 President Avenue, Sutherland
Lilli Pilli Patisserie and Cafe
This local joint serves up a fresh spin on classic Aussie treats. They’ve got all your essentials from potato-topped pies to loaves of chewy sourdough. But Lilli Pilli Patisserie also go all-out to ensure fun things are added to the menu on a regular basis. Think caramel-baked cheesecakes, cookies and cream doughnuts and cinnamon buns. Follow along on the ‘gram for any fun specials they may have.
526-532 Port Hacking Road, Caringbah South
Woolooware Patisserie
Woolooware Patisserie is a family-owned bakery that serves classic Aussie bakery goodies of top-notch quality. We’re talking banh-mi, apple turnovers, vanilla slice and neenish tarts. They can also sort you out for birthday cakes and catering. You’ll find this local fave just opposite Woolooware Public School amongst the serene Wills Road shopping strip. Grab the pooch, take a walk and treat yourself to a tasty morsel.
41 Wills Road, Woolooware
Baked Patisserie
Baked Patisserie is a coffee shop and patisserie that has been a local favourite for years. Their Kirrawee shopfront offers everything from cupcakes and cronuts to pies, sausage rolls and freshly made sandwiches. Baked is also known for their delicious occasion cakes. It only takes a quick look at their socials to see why their regulars come back time and time again!
1/10 Marshall Road, Kirrawee