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Heart Bakes

220 Bridge St, Port Melbourne VIC 3207, Australia

Recommended by 76 people

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220 Bridge St, Port Melbourne VIC 3207, Australia

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HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Heart Bakes

Tucked into quiet Port Melbourne backstreets, Heart Bakes pulls a steady crowd for small-batch cinnamon scrolls fresh from the oven. Rather than dense cream cheese frosting, the pillowy buns get a lighter glaze finish that keeps the spice front and centre. Savoury cravings are answered with a toasted Reuben or a crisp chicken sando alongside espresso, with dog treats waiting at the counter for four-legged walking companions.

  • Fresh-From-the-Oven Bakes: Cinnamon buns emerge continuously in small batches throughout the day rather than a single morning bake.
  • Balanced Sugar Glaze: A lighter glaze coats the pillowy dough, letting the cinnamon notes lead without cloying sweetness.
  • Pressed Lunch Sandos: A toasted Reuben and crisp chicken sando round out the counter offerings alongside espresso.
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Why Visit Heart Bakes

Fresh small-batch scrolls, toasted savoury lunch options, and an inviting neighbourhood vibe in Port Melbourne.

  • Small-Batch Baking Straight From the Oven

    Scrolls are prepared and baked continuously in fresh batches straight from the oven throughout the day rather than sitting out from a single morning bake.

    They cook them in fresh batches, not in one giant batch, so every cinnamon scroll is fresh and straight from the oven.

    Karen

  • Balanced Flavor with a Lighter Glaze

    The cinnamon scrolls strike a delicate balance with a lighter original glaze finish that lets the cinnamon flavour shine without heavy, cloying sweetness.

    Instead of cream cheese, they use an original glazed topping, which gives it a lighter finish. The scrolls themselves are soft, chewy, and not overly sweet—perfectly balanced.

    Min Gamboa

  • Gourmet Toasted Savoury Sandwiches

    Beyond famous sweet pastries, the kitchen serves hot toasted savoury staples including a standout Reuben sandwich on sourdough and crispy chicken toasties.

    What did completely surprise us though was the Reuben sandwich, hands down one of the best we’ve ever had. Perfectly balanced, rich, and packed with flavour.

    Meril Ayoub

  • Fast, Efficient Counter Flow

    Despite long queues and high demand on busy mornings, the counter team keeps ordering and service fast and organized.

    They have quick service so don't be fooled if there's a line, you won't be waiting long.

    Catherine

  • Quiet Neighbourhood Pitstop

    Located away from busy traffic in a peaceful Port Melbourne street, the cafe offers a calming community setting with outdoor tables.

    Tucked away in a quiet neighbourhood, it’s the kind of local café that instantly feels welcoming.

    Sreerag Nampoothiri K

  • Dog-Friendly Welcoming Amenities

    With outdoor seating, dog treats sold right at the counter, and a park across the road, it is tailored for locals out walking pets.

    There’s plenty of street parking, outdoor seating, and it’s incredibly dog-friendly—they even sell dog cookies at the counter, which was a lovely touch.

    Sreerag Nampoothiri K

The freshly baked scrolls and savoury sandwiches customers return for

  • Cinnamon Scroll

    Overall, it’s a really well-balanced cinnamon scroll that lets the cinnamon flavour shine without drowning it in sugar.

    Sreerag Nampoothiri K

  • Tiramisu Scroll

    I ordered the tiramisu scrolls on this occasion and I haven't stopped thinking about them since, they're are delightful!

    Catherine

  • Reuben Sandwich

    What did completely surprise us though was the Reuben sandwich, hands down one of the best we’ve ever had. Perfectly balanced, rich, and packed with flavour.

    Meril Ayoub

  • Chicken Sandwich

    Now I m always on the hunt for a good chicken sando and this take the no1 spot for me atm. It was absolutely delicious and even though it was toasted everything within was crisp fresh and not soggy.

    Dom Che

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and personalized details that elevate a bakery visit.

  • Dog Cookies at the Counter

    Staff welcome four-legged visitors with dog cookies available right at the counter alongside outdoor seating.

  • Table Moving for Shaded Seating

    Staff readily move outdoor tables into shaded spots across the pavement to keep patrons comfortable.

  • Custom Birthday Cake Bakes

    The team accommodates custom cake requests, including scaling up items like carrot cake with extra icing for birthdays.

  • On-Demand Scroll Warming

    Staff offer to warm up baked cinnamon scrolls upon request to achieve an extra gooey, freshly glazed texture.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the cinnamon scrolls special?

Heart Bakes is renowned for freshly baked, soft, and pillowy cinnamon scrolls topped with a lighter glaze rather than heavy cream cheese frosting. They are baked in continuous fresh batches straight from the oven and can also be warmed up upon request.

Do they offer savoury food as well as pastries?

Yes. Alongside their famous sweet scrolls and pastries, they serve substantial toasted savoury sandwiches including a popular Reuben, chicken sandos, and tuna melts, along with full coffee service.

What should you expect for seating and wait times?

Indoor seating is quite limited and the café can get very busy, especially on weekend mornings. However, queues move quickly, covered outdoor tables are available, and many visitors take their food across to nearby parks or the beach.

Is street parking available nearby?

Yes, free street parking is available in the surrounding quiet neighbourhood streets.

Is the bakery dog-friendly?

Yes, the café warmly welcomes dogs at the outdoor seating area and even offers dog cookies for purchase at the counter, with a park located across the street.

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