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Loafer Bread

146 Scotchmer St, Fitzroy North VIC 3068, Australia

Recommended by 55 people

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146 Scotchmer St, Fitzroy North VIC 3068, Australia

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+61 3 9489 0766
HoursMonday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM Friday: 8:00 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 Loafer Bread

This North Fitzroy staple nails pristine lamination and daily sourdough crusts with zero fuss. Morning regulars queue up for the savory potato danish—layered with crisp buttery pastry, tender sliced potato, and briny black olives—alongside lightly spiced cardamom scrolls. Midday shifts focus to crusty, filled baguettes and sandwiches. Just remember to pack your own travel mug for flat whites: single-use takeaway cups are strictly off the table.

  • Savory potato danish: Crisp laminated pastry layered with soft sliced potato and black olives.
  • BYO cup policy: Single-use takeaway coffee cups are not offered—bring a reusable mug for to-go orders.
  • Cardamom scrolls & sourdough: Tender, spiced sweet buns topped with cardamom sugar alongside classic sourdough loaves.
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Why Choose Loafer Bread

Handcrafted sourdough pastries, wholesome lunch baguettes, and community-minded cafe rituals in Fitzroy North.

  • Expertly Laminated Pastries

    Artisan baking centers on crisp exterior lamination and delicate texture across sweet and savory pastries.

    the pastry was perfectly laminated with a very crispy and flaky exterior, especially on the tail ends; and inside was soft, moist and buttery

    Barry

  • Distinctive Savory Potato Danish

    Loafer's signature savory creation pairs thin slices of potato and salty black olives inside crisp laminated dough.

    The danish was perfectly flaky and crispy on the outside with a warm savoury filling inside — not soggy at all, which honestly makes such a difference.

    Srividyasenthil

  • Genuinely Caring Counter Service

    Warm and attentive counter interactions turn regular morning routines into personal, uplifting visits.

    Every staff member is so lovely, but I need to give a special shoutout to Ken as he has made my morning every time I go!

    milla tosolini

  • Second-Home Warmth

    Customers frequently describe feeling immediately embraced and welcomed like household regulars.

    The staff are WOW so FRIENDLY! Made me feel like I was in a second HOME.

    N Hm

  • Satisfying Lunchtime Baguettes

    Wholesome crusty baguettes and fresh savory fillings provide an effortless, high-quality midday meal.

    The bread crunch and the flavour of the egg and mayo is moorish and can’t be stopped.

    Jay Cao

  • Committed BYO Cup Policy

    To combat waste, the cafe strictly requires patrons to supply their own reusable mug for takeaway coffee orders.

    Bring your own cup if you want coffee take away too, they dont supply those plastic lined paper cups and a good thing too.

    Winston Appleyard

Handcrafted laminated pastries and signature morning favorites

  • Potato Danish

    The danish was perfectly flaky and crispy on the outside with a warm savoury filling inside — not soggy at all, which honestly makes such a difference. Fresh, buttery and really well baked.

    Srividyasenthil

  • Cardamom Scroll

    it is a pull apart sweet bread with a cardamon butter filling, topped with cardamon sugar. It was tender with a nice bite to it, not too sweet

    Barry

  • Croissant

    the pastry was perfectly laminated with a very crispy and flaky exterior, especially on the tail ends; and inside was soft, moist and buttery; very tasty

    Barry

  • Almond Croissant

    Best almond crossiants hands down in Melbourne.

    Joel Melbourne

Other favorites

Savory lunches, filled baguettes, and seasonal pastry specialties

  • Focaccia

    The focaccia had a pleasant chew to it with a toasty base and crispy edges. Toppings were flavoursome with plenty of capers

    Barry

  • Egg Baguette Sandwich

    The bread crunch and the flavour of the egg and mayo is moorish and can’t be stopped.

    Jay Cao

  • Strawberry Danish

    my favorite strawberry danish- crunchy, delicious, not too sweet either, just perfect.

    reem

  • Almond Escargot

    the almond escargots were an absolute highlight - so delicious.

    S P

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get takeaway coffee in a disposable cup?

Bring your own reusable mug or cup if you plan to get takeaway coffee. The bakery operates sustainably and does not supply disposable paper or plastic-lined cups.

Is there seating to eat in, and can it accommodate groups?

Yes, dine-in is available, but space is limited. There are about three two-seat tables inside and three two-seat tables outside, making it best suited for solo visitors or pairs rather than larger groups.

When is the focaccia available?

While pastries, breads, and filled baguettes are ready earlier in the morning, focaccia is typically available starting at 10:30 AM.

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