Restaurant

Tiger Bread Bakery & Café

330 Racecourse Rd, Flemington VIC 3031, Australia

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330 Racecourse Rd, Flemington VIC 3031, Australia

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HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Tiger Bread Bakery & Café

Flemington’s quiet standout nails the crisp-to-crumb ratio on Racecourse Road. Rather than standard baguettes, loaves here emerge with a crackled, caramelised crust and an airy crumb that banh mi purists line up for. Regulars lean straight into the crispy pork roll—stacked with rich pâté, pickled crunch, and tender slices that disappear fast. At under ten dollars, portions remain big, honest, and swift. Grab a cold, sweet cà phê sữa đá from the counter to round out lunch.

  • Signature Tiger Bread: Baked on site with a crackled, caramelised crust and soft interior.
  • Crispy Pork Roll: Loaded with crunchy roast pork, pickled vegetables, and savoury pâté.
  • Sub-$10 Lunch Value: Hearty lunch portions consistently priced under ten dollars.
  • Vietnamese Iced Coffee: Rich, sweet, and strong iced Vietnamese coffee brewed for a fast pick-me-up.

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Why Choose Tiger Bread Bakery & Café

Discover why locals choose Tiger Bread Bakery & Café for freshly baked crusts and satisfying bánh mì.

  • Generously Filled Bánh Mì

    Bánh mì rolls are generously loaded with fresh fillings, savory meats, and house-made pâté and mayonnaise on freshly baked bread.

    Very meaty generous of the pate bread was so crispy and soft.

    Peter
  • Exceptional Sub-$10 Value

    Oversized bánh mì rolls offer substantial portions at sub-$10 pricing for high-value midday lunches.

    @ $9 a pop its ludicrously good value!

    Dave Mc
  • House-Baked Tiger Bread Crust

    Baking tiger bread on-site provides a distinctively crunchy, crackled crust with a fragrant, caramelized aroma.

    The tiger bread crust was nice and crunchy that offered a hint of sweetness where it was caramelised.

    Jessica
  • Fresh On-Site Baking

    Rolls are baked continuously on the premises, delivering a light, crackling exterior combined with a soft, warm interior crumb.

    Crunchy baked on site bread rolls with healthy layers of mayo and pate

    Kylie Tipene
  • Vietnamese Iced Coffee Pairing

    Robust Vietnamese iced coffee pairs seamlessly with savory rolls to create a satisfying midday combo.

    Vietnamese ice coffee is also solid, with a big portion at a reasonable price.

    DoubleSky SKF
  • Welcoming Midday Pause

    A welcoming counter and quick service make it easy to sit down for a quick bite or grab takeaway during lunch.

    It’s also a nice spot to sit down, relax, and enjoy a coffee with a snack.

    Melyna

Before you head over

Practical ordering tips to get the most out of your bánh mì lunch

  • Embrace the Signature Tiger Crust

    Expect house-baked tiger bread rolls with a distinct crackled crust and hint of caramelised sweetness, setting them apart from standard smooth baguettes.

  • Check Traditional Pork Naming

    Note that menu names lean traditional: the grilled pork features a nem nướng style savoury meatloaf rather than standard western-style cuts, and cold cuts are listed as Vietnamese Pork Roll.

  • Pair with Vietnamese Iced Coffee

    Make it a complete midday combo by pairing a generous sub-$10 roll with their strong, rich Vietnamese iced coffee.

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