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Baker D. Chirico

178 Faraday St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia

Recommended by 8 people

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Find Baker D. Chirico

178 Faraday St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia

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+61 3 9349 3445
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Baker D. Chirico

Carlton’s benchmark for serious crust—curved timber shelves hold loaves built to anchor the table, not just play backup. Bread devotees make early morning runs for tangy sourdough and dense loaves packed with fruit. Counter trays thin out fast: flaky almond croissants, Earl Grey pastries, and sugar-dusted bomboloni that disappear before midday. Savory warmers turn out braised beef pies with chutney and rich mushroom brioche, easily paired with a takeaway coffee from next door.

  • Artisan Breads: Crusty, tangy sourdough and dense fruit loaves baked daily to anchor home dining.
  • Viennoiserie & Sweets: Rotating daily viennoiserie including Earl Grey pain au suisse, almond croissants, and bomboloni.
  • Savory Bakes: Handheld lunches like peppered beef pies with chutney and rich mushroom brioche.
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Why Baker D. Chirico Defines Carlton's Artisan Bread Culture

Discover uncompromising sourdough baking, sculpted wooden interiors, and Italian pastry craft—plan your visit to Carlton's benchmark bakery today.

  • Centerpiece Sourdough & Specialty Loaves

    Naturally leavened sourdoughs and casalinga loaves are crafted as substantial meal centerpieces, offering robust crusts and balanced acidity.

    The kind of bread that features in a meal, rather than just provide back up.

    Brigida Veritas

  • Artisanal Handcrafted Savories

    Scratch-baked beef pies, rich quiches, and gourmet sausage rolls deliver a hearty, elevated lunchtime option.

    Best tasting sausage roll in the world!

    Gill King

  • Curated Morning Coffee Ritual

    Freshly pulled morning viennoiserie and baked treats pair effortlessly with specialty coffee from Market Lane next door.

    Beautiful little bakery which pairs perfectly with wonderful coffee next door from Market Lane!

    SuRae Lee

  • Sculpted Timber Architectural Space

    Undulating timber cabinetry and warm wooden shelves frame daily loaves in an architectural display unique to Faraday Street.

    warm and homely interior full of wooden shelves and timber

    Faa Papon

  • Genuine Morning Satisfaction

    Consistent craftsmanship and thoughtful presentation leave patrons with a dependable sense of everyday morning comfort.

    Really glad I found this bakery in Melbourne — genuinely satisfied.

    Montse lm

  • Italian Heritage Pastry Anticipation

    Traditional bomboloni, cannoli, and seasonal tarts evoke immediate delight and anticipation from the pastry cabinet.

    I left with four Italian pastries in anticipation.

    J L

Customer-favorite sourdough loaves, morning viennoiserie, and artisan savory bakes.

  • Sourdough Bread

    sourdough bread delicious and lasts for days.

    Peter Robertson

  • Almond Croissant

    The almond croissant was probably the best I have had to date.

    Dom Che

  • Beef Pie

    the beef pie is a standout — the filling is excellent

    Montse lm

  • Bomboloni

    The bombolone was coated with sugar and accompanied by the most amazing cream.

    J L

Other favorites

Traditional Italian dolci, savory lunch bakes, and delicate confections baked alongside the core sourdoughs.

  • Sausage Roll

    Best tasting sausage roll in the world!

    Gill King

  • Bombolone

    The bombolone was coated with sugar and accompanied by the most amazing cream.

    J L

  • Cannoli

    The cannoli with its crushed pistachio was definitely worth a mention.

    J L

  • Canelés

    They have the best canelés!

    Mel

Frequently Asked Questions

What time should I visit before items sell out?

Popular sourdough loaves and specialty pastries sell out quickly, and the shop closes early once stock runs out. Aim to visit in the morning for the widest selection. Regular hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and Sunday from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM (closed Mondays).

Is there seating or a restroom available for dining in?

Baker D. Chirico is primarily a boutique takeaway bakery with very limited outdoor seating and no customer restroom available. Many visitors pick up pastries and bread alongside coffee from Market Lane next door.

Can I get hot savory items for lunch?

Savory lunch options like beef pies, mushroom brioche, and sausage rolls (often served with chutney) are available to take away, but be aware that items are typically sold cold and staff may not reliably heat them on-site.

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