Restaurant
N Lee Bakery Cafe
61 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Find N Lee Bakery Cafe
61 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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Book NowAbout N Lee Bakery Cafe
Score the quintessential Melbourne CBD midday fix on Little Collins Street, where warm baguettes emerge continuously from ovens right behind the counter. Deep lunchtime lines snake outside, but the crew operates like a well-oiled machine—clearing queues within minutes. Expect crunchy rolls stuffed with savoury pâté, fresh coriander, pickled veg, and generous slabs of crispy crackling pork or grilled pork. Takeaway reigns supreme here, ideally rounded out with a robust coffee or a jam doughnut.
- Signature Bánh Mì: Crusty baguettes baked continuously on-site behind the counter, packed with savoury pâté, crisp vegetables, and crackling or grilled pork.
- Lightning-Fast Service: A rapid assembly setup clears peak CBD lunch queues in minutes for seamless takeaway.
- Everyday CBD Value: Pairs substantial rolls with strong coffee and fresh doughnuts for an affordable city bite.
What's On at N Lee Bakery Cafe
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Choose N Lee Bakery Cafe
Why Melbourne CBD workers count on N Lee Bakery Cafe for fast, oven-fresh meals
High-Speed Lunch Assembly
Even during peak CBD lunch rush hours, the kitchen team operates with clockwork efficiency to keep queues moving swiftly.
They are certainly a well-oiled machine and get things done super efficiently.
Philip Chen Kuo Fresh In-House Baked Baguettes
Baguettes are freshly baked right behind the service counter throughout the day, providing an authentic crispy texture.
Authentic banh mi with freshly baked baguette.
Eriko Generous and Comforting Portions
Generously packed banh mi with vibrant herbs and tender meats deliver a deeply satisfying lunch that workday crowds rely on.
Surprisingly, the portion was really big and packed with fillings, veggies, and plenty of pork.
Yulianti Yo Reliable Daily Consistency
Patrons value the dependable taste and top-tier execution across dozens of visits without drop in quality.
It is excellent and it has been excellent the 50+ times I’ve been here. The consistency is really good.
Ryan McLean Tailored for Busy Office Lunches
Conveniently timed and positioned for office workers needing a hearty takeaway roll and quality coffee on a short lunch break.
Great place for an office lunch.
Pete Quick Grab-and-Go Morning Starts
Opens early to provide commuters with hot breakfast rolls and strong coffee on the run before morning appointments.
Highly recommended for a to go quick bite (breakfast & lunch)
Jane Dang
Most popular items
Our most popular freshly baked banh mi rolls
crispy pork roll
The crispy pork roll is the best I’ve tasted in Melbourne so far, impressive.
Holly Xu chicken schnitzel banh mi
Definitely try the Banh Mi with chicken schnitzel. The balance is absolutely superb. The rolls are always fresh.
Helen Forbes crackling pork bánh mì
My friend got the crackling pork bánh mì, while I chose the grilled pork bánh mì. Surprisingly, the portion was really big and packed with fillings, veggies, and plenty of pork.
Yulianti Yo grilled pork bánh mì
while I chose the grilled pork bánh mì. Surprisingly, the portion was really big and packed with fillings, veggies, and plenty of pork. The flavours were amazing, and everything tasted super fresh.
Yulianti Yo
Other favorites
Fresh bakery treats and morning beverages to complement your meal
coffee
You can also get very satisfying strong & smooth coffee here
Daphne Kechagias iced jam doughnut
The iced jam doughnut here is one of the best in Melbourne.
Pete croissant
Coffee was great, as ware raisin toast, croissant, and egg, bacon and cheese roll.
Gavin Flett banana bread
Lovely sir with a nice display of food and tasty banana bread
Kalila Matthews
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the wait during peak lunch hours?
Expect lunch rushes between 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM where lines can stretch out the door. The team moves quickly like a production line, so waits rarely exceed 10 minutes. If you want to bypass the rush, aim to visit slightly earlier or after peak lunch hours.
Is there space to sit down and eat inside?
Seating inside is very limited with around 10 customers able to fit at a time, making it tough to score an eat-in table during busy stretches. Most patrons treat it as a takeaway cafe or grab their food to go.
Are the bread rolls baked on-site?
Banh mi baguettes are freshly baked on the premises right behind the counter throughout the day, giving the rolls their signature crisp texture.
How generous are the portions and prices?
Portions are generous and heavily packed with fillings, vegetables, and meats. Most rolls cost around $10 to $13, making them a hearty value for a CBD lunch.
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