Restaurant
Back Alley Bakes
10 Leslie Ave, Coburg North VIC 3058, Australia
Find Back Alley Bakes
10 Leslie Ave, Coburg North VIC 3058, Australia
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Book NowAbout Back Alley Bakes
Tucked into the factory pockets of Coburg North, Back Alley Bakes trades high-street polish for flaky pastry and serious crust. Expect morning queues trailing out of an industrial roller-door setup, where regulars grab fresh sourdough loaves, still-warm focaccia, and sausage rolls packed with pork and fennel inside shatter-crisp pastry. Sweet tooths hunt down the Basque cheesecake and pistachio-swirled morning buns. Space is strictly takeaway and courtyard crate perches—making it an easy spot to lean back with a flat white while dogs mingle in the sun.
- Pork & Fennel Sausage Roll: Flaky, golden pastry wrapped around generously seasoned pork and fennel sausage filling.
- Basque Cheesecake: Rich, creamy interior with a deeply caramelized exterior, frequently selling out early.
- Industrial Courtyard Seating: Open-air crate seating nestled alongside an industrial warehouse setup.
What's On at Back Alley Bakes
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Choose Back Alley Bakes
Why locals visit this tucked-away industrial bakery for artisan pastries and morning coffee
Signature Pork and Fennel Rolls
Handcrafted flaky pastry with seasoned pork and fennel fillings makes their sausage rolls a signature staple.
delightful contrast between the super crispy pastry and the savoury sausage filling
Ivy Z Artisan Sourdough and Loaves
Freshly baked fruit, olive, spelt, oat, and traditional sourdough loaves provide premium artisan pantry staples daily.
Multiple options (fruit, olive, spelt, oat and traditional sourdough) that all taste fantastic.
K O Convenient Morning Stop in Coburg North
Morning visitors easily grab fresh pastries, savory sandwiches, and specialty coffee while traveling through the local pocket.
went here this morning for a coffee and slice while I was getting my car serviced around the corner
Meg Cook Industrial Pocket Destination
Operating as a takeaway destination tucked away in Coburg North's industrial streets, it draws dedicated queues.
Tucked away in an industrial area, it's easily found by the queue formed outside.
Kirsty Mollica Dog-Friendly Courtyard Seating
A casual outdoor courtyard with crate seating provides an easy open space to sit with friends and local dogs.
sit in the outdoor area! Very dog friendly
I.V. Relaxed Weekend Hangout
Patrons enjoy an unpretentious weekend gathering spot with background music and plenty of shade.
great little courtyard off to the side with plenty of shade and space
Nicholas Landy
Most popular items
Signature pastries and savoury bakes crafted fresh in Coburg North
Pork and Fennel Sausage Roll
It’s full of porky fennel flavour and the meat melts in your mouth.
Bossmo El Bosso Basque Cheesecake
I took one bite of the basque cheesecake and told my partner I'd leave her for that cheesecake.
Alex Dimopoulos Morning Bun
The morning bun... AMAZING
Alex Dimopoulos Chicken and Leek Pie
The pie was generously filled with chunky pieces of chicken thighs and a healthy amount of creamy leeks to balance it all out.
A R
Other favorites
More fresh savoury bites, pastries, and drinks from the counter
Almond Croissant
delicious almond croissant
Cathy Focaccia
I lovedddd the foccacia, it was fluffy and slightly warm
Julia Ellul Vegan Sandwiches
my favourite thing at BAB is their vegan sandwiches (and I’m not even vegan). They are just.so.tasty, so fresh and so inventive with their fillings
Burcu Saglam Batch Brew
Food and coffee is great, but the inconsistency in the batch brew supply is frustrating when you make a trip out. They say its run out half the time and its not even 10am yet. Sometimes they'll offer to put it on which is nice
Dave Sinnott
Before you head over
Practical advice for your visit to Back Alley Bakes
Arrive Early to Beat Sellouts
Popular items and signature treats are prone to sell out quickly on busy mornings, often by 11am, so arriving earlier ensures the best pastry selection.
Plan for Takeaway or Courtyard Seating
The bakery operates with takeaway service rather than indoor dining, though you can use the outdoor crate and bench seating in the side courtyard.
Courtyard is Dog-Friendly
The outdoor courtyard area welcomes dogs, making it easy to bring pets along while picking up baked goods or enjoying coffee outside.
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