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Vandels Bakery

446 Sydney Rd, Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

Recommended by 51 people

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446 Sydney Rd, Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

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HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM Thursday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM Friday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM Saturday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM Sunday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Vandels Bakery

Brunswick’s Sydney Road bakery routinely clears its glass displays by morning, drawing early crowds for precise lamination and inventive bakes. The bee sting croissant is the centerpiece—crisp pastry layers concealing cinnamon crema catalana beneath a crunchy almond Florentine glaze. Savory bakes hold their own ground. Enthusiasts point to the pork and fennel sausage roll alongside refined chicken and mustard pies. Sweets rotate through horchata lemon tarts and spiced fruit buns, paired with filter roasts from Dukes or a morning chai while dogs lounge beside the indoor sofas.

  • Signature Bee Sting Croissant: Shatter-crisp pastry filled with cinnamon crema catalana and topped with honey-slicked almond Florentine.
  • Refined Savory Bakes: Juicy pork and fennel sausage rolls and chicken and mustard pies wrapped in golden, flaky pastry.
  • Coffee & Dog-Friendly Lounging: Dukes filter coffee and spiced chai in a pet-friendly room with sofa seating.
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Why Vandels Bakery Earns Every Bit of Hype

From standout pastry craft to dog-friendly cafe lounging, here is why patrons make the trip to Brunswick.

  • Signature Multi-Layered Bee Sting Croissant

    Signature creations like the bee sting croissant deliver a multi-layered bite with flaked almond Florentine, honey syrup, and smooth crema catalana custard.

    First bite in one gets the crunch of the lovely flaked almond Florentine biscuit mix which adds a nutty richness, the crispy layers of the croissant, the slight honey flavour of the syrup between the croissant and flaked almonds, and in the middle is the smooth cinnamon-infused crema catalana.

    Shaun D'Monte

  • Inventive Custard and Tart Profiles

    Unconventional sweet bakes like the horchata custard and lemon tart pair delicate flaky pastry with inventive dessert flavour combinations.

    The horchata custard and lemon tart is seriously one of the best tarts I have ever had (and we have tried some of the best Portuguese tarts around melbourne) - a juicy flavour bomb with superbly flakey pastry that melts in your mouth.

    Damian

  • Properly Baked Gourmet Savory Pies

    Refined hot pastry goods like tender chicken pies and savory bakes offer a satisfying, gourmet lunch option with flaky, buttery crusts.

    pastry was so good, flaky & buttery, chicken filling was smoky & tender, works so well with the mushroom

    aherman1111

  • Herbaceous, Juicy Sausage Rolls

    Generously seasoned sausage rolls with herbaceous, juicy fillings provide a standout savory bake that keeps patrons returning.

    the sausage was really herbaceous, I can still taste it right now writing this review haha.

    Bridget Ma

  • Dog-Friendly Indoor Sofa Seating

    Guests can settle indoors with Dukes specialty coffee while relaxing alongside their pets on comfortable lounge seating.

    I can take my dog in and sit on a sofa. I love this place!

    Vicky Barcroft

  • Welcoming Service and Outstanding Specialty Coffee

    Even on a busy bakery run, patrons find warm hospitality, welcoming counter service, and expertly pulled brews.

    The coffee was also outstanding, and the service was quick, friendly, and welcoming.

    J P

The standout bakes and pastries that drive lines and early sell-outs

  • Bee Sting Croissant

    First bite in one gets the crunch of the lovely flaked almond Florentine biscuit mix which adds a nutty richness, the crispy layers of the croissant, the slight honey flavour of the syrup between the croissant and flaked almonds, and in the middle is the smooth cinnamon-infused crema catalana. This is a very delectable pastry which I thoroughly enjoyed from start to finish.

    Shaun D'Monte

  • Pork & Fennel Sausage Roll

    the sausage was really herbaceous, I can still taste it right now writing this review haha. Everything down to the sauce tastes really homemade, we loved every bite.

    Bridget Ma

  • Chicken Pie

    pastry was so good, flaky & buttery, chicken filling was smoky & tender, works so well with the mushroom

    aherman1111

  • Horchata Custard and Lemon Tart

    The horchata custard and lemon tart is seriously one of the best tarts I have ever had (and we have tried some of the best Portuguese tarts around melbourne) - a juicy flavour bomb with superbly flakey pastry that melts in your mouth.

    Damian

Other favorites

Specialty buns, cookies, and savory viennoiserie to round out your visit

  • Apple, Rhubarb & Ginger Cream Bun

    This is another interesting creation. The bun is more like a cinnamon scroll but biting in, it reminds me of a jam and cream bun. The rhubarb is very sweet, smooth, like a jam and with the apple, there is a tanginess. Against the jam, there's a slight hum of the ginger. The smooth airy cream in the middle adds a nice moisture. The bun is light and this pastry is not doughy or heavy. I rather like it.

    Shaun D'Monte

  • Smoked Ham, Cheese & Leek Croissant

    Smoked Ham, Cheese & Leek

    weisikmui

  • Coffee & Cardamom Bun

    So far the best in show is the coffee and cardamom bun - warm from the oven on a Friday morning, it was perfect.

    Alex

  • Salted Choc Chip Cookie

    The cookie has a perfect balance of sweetness and saltiness.

    Isabella Hawkins

Before you head over

Practical advice on timing and seating to make the most of your visit.

  • Arrive early for the best pastry selection

    Popular pastries like the signature bee sting croissant frequently sell out, leaving cabinets nearly bare as early as 8:00 AM or by mid-afternoon. Head in early to secure your first choices.

  • Time your visit for mid-morning restocks

    If you miss the opening rush, restocks and fresh hot batches—including meat pies and sausage rolls—often emerge around 10:30 AM or later in the morning.

  • Bring your dog inside to lounge

    You do not have to leave four-legged companions outside; the interior accommodates pets and provides sofa seating for a relaxed morning coffee.

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