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Ovens Street Bakery

19 Ovens St, Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

Recommended by 45 people

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19 Ovens St, Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

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

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Ovens Street Bakery

Tucked behind Sydney Road, this Brunswick microbakery turns out blistered sourdough loaves, pillowy Turkish bread, and crisp viennoiserie from a modest service window. Locals gladly join the morning line for buttery almond croissants and rich slices of Roman-style pizza, though seasoned regulars skip the queue entirely by scheduling an online pre-order. Beyond French classics, the bake sheet features international specialties—from Scandinavian cardamom buns to jam-filled Polish pączki and deeply caramelized Kouign-Amann. Outdoor benches catch the morning sun while you tear into a flaky rhubarb pastry alongside a flat white.

  • Brunswick Window Bakery: A compact takeaway window serving sourdough loaves, baguettes, and fresh pastries, with a handful of outdoor tables for a quick stop.
  • Rotating International Bakes: Daily trays feature Scandinavian cardamom buns, caramelized Kouign-Amann, and traditional Polish pączki alongside flaky French viennoiserie.
  • Queue-Busting Pre-Orders: Scheduled digital pre-orders let customers reserve specialty loaves, pizzas, and seasonal danishes ahead of time to sidestep morning lines.
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Why Choose Ovens Street Bakery

From hand-shaped sourdough and regional European pastries to seamless online pre-ordering, here is why locals make Ovens Street Bakery a regular ritual.

  • Artisan sourdough and baguettes crafted daily

    Long-fermented artisan sourdough baguettes, country loaves, and crisp pastries form a reliable staple for breakfast tables across Brunswick.

    Quite possibly one of the best sourdough baguettes I’ve had in a very long time.

    Zegna Sciarpa

  • Convenient online ordering to secure morning favorites

    Customers can reserve specific loaves and specialty pastries through online booking to ensure favorite items are ready without waiting.

    We used to on-line order system, which worked well. Our order was ready at 11:00am Saturday morning.

    Trevor Waugh

  • Distinct international baking traditions

    The bakery rotates distinctive regional European goods, including Scandinavian-inspired cardamom buns and Polish jam doughnuts.

    The cardamon buns/pastries are as delish as one would get in Scandinavia...well, I suspect they are even better

    Liz Reynolds

  • Caramelized Kouign-Amann and crisp viennoiserie

    Bakers deliver signature caramelized Breton Kouign-Amann featuring balanced toffee layers and soft laminated interiors.

    Surprisingly good Kouigb Amann, perfect amount of caramelized top yet still soft and fluffy on the inside.

    Agnes Kusnadi

  • Shareable assortments for family meals and gatherings

    Generously portioned sourdough loaves, savory danishes, and light Turkish breads provide dependable centerpieces for family morning teas.

    I was looking for something to bring for morning tea and lunch with family, and this bakery was perfect.

    Carolyn Keene

  • Welcoming neighborhood microbakery atmosphere

    A charming window service format set in Brunswick backstreets offers outdoor tables that connect neighbors and visitors over coffee.

    I couldn’t resist this cute bakery with the cute window, it was like a coffeeshop in the movies

    The Foodie Fork

Customer favorites and standout morning pastries

  • Kouign-Amann

    The Kouign Amman was AMAZING!

    Adam Sam

  • Sourdough loaf

    bought a sourdough loaf! superb.

    Moritz

  • Almond croissant

    THE CRUNCH on this Almomd croissant could be unmatched in the city…definitely up there among the best!

    CaffeineCrawler69

  • Polish pączki

    Also for the Polish community the pączki are authentic.

    Naomi Jankowski

Other favorites

Savory snacks, traditional loaves, and international specialties

  • Turkish bread

    walking away with some beautiful very well priced sourdough or Turkish bread

    Ella Baulch

  • Sausage roll

    The sausage roll? Ridiculous.

    Zegna Sciarpa

  • Baguette

    Quite possibly one of the best sourdough baguettes I’ve had in a very long time.

    Zegna Sciarpa

  • Cardamom bun

    The cardamon buns/pastries are as delish as one would get in Scandinavia

    Liz Reynolds

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality gestures and neighborhood touches observed at Ovens Street Bakery

  • Queue Care on Hot Days

    During warm weather and long weekend queue waits, staff have been noted to step outside to hand out cold water to waiting patrons.

  • Hand-Selected Loaves

    Counter staff take dedicated care upon payment to hand-pick and select the very best loaf out of the batch for each guest.

  • Bread Pun Graffiti Wall

    The bakery's exterior features an entertaining graffiti wall covered with bread pun quotes that keeps patrons amused while visiting.

  • Dog-Friendly Counter Culture

    The venue welcomes visiting dogs and four-legged companions alongside patrons ordering treats at the outdoor counter.

Before you head over

Practical advice on queues, pre-ordering, and seating for your visit

  • Arrive Early to Beat the Rush

    Morning queues form regularly on weekdays and weekends alike. Arriving early ensures the widest selection of freshly baked loaves, croissants, and seasonal treats before high-demand items sell out.

  • Pre-Order Online to Bypass Queues

    If you want to skip waiting in the walk-up line outside the window, use their online ordering platform to reserve loaves and pastries ahead of time for a scheduled collection.

  • Plan for Takeaway Seating

    Operating as a compact takeaway microbakery window, on-site seating is restricted to a few outdoor tables and chairs, making it best suited for takeaway or a quick casual bite.

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