Sydney is a pastry lover’s dream right now. From Thai-inspired creations to viral cube croissants, the city’s bakeries are bringing serious flair (and flavour) to the pastry game. Whether you’re after a classic done right or something totally unexpected, here are five must-visit spots for your next sweet fix.
Hidden in plain sight on a leafy street in Darlinghurst, Shadow Bakery is worth tracking down. Their viennoiserie is rich, golden, and impossibly flaky—made with a dedication to technique and top-tier ingredients. The menu changes regularly, but you can always expect creative twists and gorgeous lamination.
Must-try: The miso caramel croissant or weekend-only specials
If you haven’t tried Thai-style pastries before, Khanom House will blow your mind. This small bakery blends traditional Thai desserts with French pastry techniques—think pandan custard croissants, Thai tea cheesecake, etc. It’s a unique and vibrant take on pastry that you won’t find anywhere else in Sydney. They also served one of Sydney’s best Iced Matcha and Cloud Matcha.
Must-try: Honey Layered Cake
With its cult following and rooftop vibes, AP Bakery is a go-to for your daily pastries intake or your big hungover Sunday brunch. Their sourdough croissants have a signature tang and a shatteringly crisp exterior. Sit in the sun with a pastry and coffee—it’s a Sydney morning ritual at its best.
Must-try: The sourdough croissant or burnt basque cheesecake
Lode is a pastry temple. Known for their sculptural, cube-shaped croissants and meticulously layered pies, it’s where art meets baking. Each piece is like a little work of edible design—perfect for those who appreciate the details (and love snapping a good food pic).
Must-try: The pistachio cube croissant or seasonal savoury pie.
Just a short walk from the beach, Roller Bakehouse Manly is where you’ll find some of the most playful pastries on the Northern Beaches. Everything is baked fresh daily, with creative flavour combos and beautifully layered dough. Grab a flaky treat and a coffee, then stroll over to the sand—pure coastal pastry bliss.
Must-try: The strawberry cheesecake cruffin or the cinnamon bun
