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Falco Bakery - Smith St

288 Smith St, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia

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288 Smith St, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia

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HoursMonday: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Falco Bakery - Smith St

Those chasing Collingwood's sharpest bakes head straight to Smith Street for Falco—where counter trays clear early and coffee pours fast. Regulars angle for lunchtime sangas stacked with pastrami or roast chicken, while savory devotees wait on the Rockwell pie. A nod to diner smashburgers, it folds seasoned beef mince, American cheese, and tangy sauce inside crisp pastry, pulled hot in limited batches that sell out by midday.

  • The Rockwell Pie: A signature bake layering seasoned beef mince, molten American cheese, and tangy house sauce inside crisp, flaky pastry.
  • Substantial Sandwiches: Lunch crowds swear by generous Reuben sandwiches and herb-flecked chicken salad on house-baked bread.
  • Artisanal Loaves & Pastries: Spiced cinnamon rolls, fermented oat porridge loaves, and flaky sausage rolls baked in daily morning batches.
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Why Falco Bakery Commands the Smith Street Queue

From hot Rockwell pies to fermented oat loaves, secure your spot on Smith Street and experience Collingwood's premier bakery counter.

  • Destination-Worthy Sandwich Craft

    Falco's lunchtime sandwich program pairs house-baked bread with exacting flavor balances, turning counter-service staples into destination lunches.

    I had the best Reuben sandwich of my entire adult life, perfectly balanced, packed with flavour, and totally unforgettable.

    Rebecca Dean

  • Silken Fermented Oat Porridge Sourdough

    Unlike standard rustic loaves, Falco ferments its starter with cooked oat porridge and organic flour, yielding an airy crumb and a distinct crust contrast.

    The starter is mixed with oat porridge and organic milled flour, then fermented. The output is a super giving crumb structure that's very open and almost feels silken with every chew.

    Mike Yee

  • The Cult Rockwell Smashburger Pie

    Reimagining the classic American smashburger inside traditional bakery pastry, this signature savory pie combines seasoned beef mince, cheese, and tangy burger-style sauce.

    It certainly was an experience, it didn't taste weird at all, and went together with the sauce well. Definitely a pie to remember.

    Jonas Lim

  • Adventurous Sweet & Savoury Innovations

    The pastry and savory cabinet routinely steps outside traditional bakery formulas, incorporating miso, oomite, buffalo sauce, and cheddar jalapeño.

    Some interesting flavours e.g., peanut butter miso cookie, buffalo chicken pie if you’re feeling adventurous.

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  • The Thrill of Beating the Daily Sellout

    With coveted items and hot savory batches baked fresh until daily allocations run out, securing a final pastry straight from the line sparks genuine satisfaction.

    We got last almond croissant, it's so flaky (just right flaky level, not too hard)and filling is not too sweet. We feel lucky that we gave it a try.

    Ice Wu

  • Next-Day Cravings That Bring Diners Back

    Precision seasoning and generous execution leave a lasting impression that routinely converts first-time patrons into repeat morning and midday regulars.

    The first time, we shared one, but it was so good we couldn’t resist returning the next day to get one each.

    Janelle N.

Standout savory bakes, signature loaves, and destination lunch sandwiches on Smith Street.

  • Rockwell Pie

    The Rockwell pie is their signature pie and has a really nice cheeseburger style sauce on top.

    PV

  • Chicken Sandwich

    I had the best chicken salad sandwich of my life here!

    Janelle N.

  • Oat Porridge Loaf

    I really enjoyed the oat porridge loaf! Sweet and super soft. yum!

    Ami

  • Reuben Sandwich

    I had the best Reuben sandwich of my entire adult life, perfectly balanced, packed with flavour, and totally unforgettable. Every bite was perfect.

    Rebecca Dean

Other favorites

Beyond the headline pies and loaves, these specialty pastries and inventive drinks reward an adventurous visit.

  • Peanut and Salt Caramel Tart

    Peanut and salt caramel tart is a must-try. So good, not heavy at all.

    André Lapa

  • Miso Peanut Butter Latte

    The coffee options were also unique and intriguing—like the miso peanut butter latte, which caught my attention and turned out to be amazing.

    Janelle N.

  • PB and Miso Cookie

    You guys give this place a go and try the PB and miso cookie, delicious!!!

    André Lapa

  • Jalapeno Cheddar Bun

    The jalapeno cheddar bun was crispy with a soft and buttery interior packed with flavour from the savoury cheddar and the spicy jalapeno

    Barry

Before you head over

Essential advice on beating the queues, timing daily bake runs, and securing your table.

  • Arrive Before Midday for Signature Pies

    Freshly baked savoury batches, including the cult-favourite Rockwell pie, are prepared in limited daily quantities and routinely sell out by midday or 1:00 PM.

  • Go Early to Secure Coveted Pastries

    Morning lines form quickly along Smith Street, and high-demand bakes like almond croissants and seasonal fruit scrolls frequently sell out well before noon.

  • Plan Around Compact Seating

    Dine-in space is limited to a few indoor seats and outdoor pavement tables, making the bakery unsuited for large groups. Book your table now to lock in your visit.

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