The Best Bakeries in North Adelaide to Hit if You Knead a Bread Break
Nothing beats a crusty sourdough or gooey cinnamon roll if you need a break from meh snacks. Fortunately, North Adelaide’s bakeries aren’t run-of-the-mill spots that just churn out blandwiches.
This area has more than just crumbs, with joints like Bakery on O’Connell and St George’s Bakehouse whipping out slices, buns, rolls, and loaves that turned our team’s snack game from stale to sensational.
Need the lowdown of our go-to spots and new favorites? They’re all rolled into our list below, alongside wallet-friendly shopping secrets and doughlicious flavors even our carb haters tried!
Perrymans Bakery
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Address: 54 Tynte St
Contact Details: (08) 8267 2766
Operating Hours:
- Mon to Fri – 8 am to 5 pm
- Sat – 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
- Sun – 9 am to 3 pm
Tradition flavors the bread at Perryman’s Bakery, a Tyre St legend for over 160 years.
They’re the ideal spot to hit if you’re craving a mouth-watering range of artisan breads, including their preservative-free ciabatta and sourdough.
In addition, they prepare daily cocktail savories, celebration cakes, quiches, sweets, and gluten-free bites. Prices start at about 2 bucks but bigger, more complicated orders can reach the $40 mark.
Tip: Give 36 hours’ notice for weekday orders. Weekend orders must also be placed by 5 pm on Thursday.
If you need to order beyond these times, call the bakery directly.
Bakery on O’Connell
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Address: 128-130 O’Connell St
Contact Details: (08) 8361 7377
Operating Hours: Daily – 24 hours
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Whether it’s dawn or dusk, Bakery on O’Connell is always up to meet our doughy desires—and trust us, there are plenty. Luckily, this 20-year-old staple has a Medieval pantry’s worth of bread, pies, quiches, and cakes.
They even have plant-based sweets that our vegan teammates love to indulge in without their guilt-o-meter going off. spicy Thai rolls, Biscoff cupcakes, and jam bombs are some standouts.
Cafe lovers are in for a treat, too, as the bakery has a dedicated menu for cafe-style grub. We’re partial to their top-notch beef brisket pie, but don’t overlook the croissants and wood-oven toasts; they’re equally divine.
Tip: Got an event on the horizon? Check out Bakery on O’Connell’s catering options!
Butter and Toast
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Address: 100 Melbourne St
Operating Hours:
- Thu to Fri – 8 am to 2 pm
- Sat to Sun – 9 am to 2:30 pm
Butter and Toast is so on point with Italian and French pastries, you’d think they were born in a “panetteria ” or “boulangerie.”
Their magnum opuses are sourdough donuts that are tangier, more sour, and less sweeter than regular ones.
In terms of fillings, expect a decadent and creative lineup consisting of Vietnamese coffee, salted caramel, pandan, and Thai milk tea. For the little ones (or the young at heart), options like Nutella strawberry cheesecake are sure to please.
Tip: To snag the best of Butter and Toast’s seasonal specials, follow their Instagram. The flavors usually follow holiday or season-related themes!
St George’s Bakehouse
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Address: T15/81 O’Connell St
Contact Details: (08) 8464 3113
Operating Hours:
- Mon to Fri – 7 am to 5:30 pm
- Sat to Sun – 7 am to 5 pm
St. George’s Bakehouse has been rocking Adelaide’s bread and coffee game since 1989, proving that using local ingredients is a game-changer.
Most of their best-sellers consist of brekkie bites, like the bacon and egg rolls, cheese toasties, and croissants (which you can load with cheese and ham).
For those with a sweet tooth, their donuts and vanilla slices are the premium options, especially when washed down with their coffee, which is one of North Adelaide’s finest brews.
Tip: St George’s Bakehouse knows how to keep things fresh. Ordering online is convenient!
Shirni – Sweets by Parwana
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Operating Hours:
- Wed – 5 pm to 9 pm
- Fri – 11 am to 3 pm, 5 pm to 9 pm
- Sat – 10 am to 4 pm
- Sun – 9 am to 2 pm
If you’ve never tried Afghan-inspired bread that leans on the sweeter side of life, grab some from Shirni – Sweets by.
There’s a plethora of options to savor, but we suggest starting with their cupcakes, particularly the white chocolate and orange blossom ones. They’re best enjoyed with a pot of chai, but coffee also complements the treats well.
You must taste their knafeh, too, a traditional Middle Eastern spun pastry soaked in orange blossom syrup. A single bite bursts with the mild, velvety, and floral-tasting ashta cream.
Tip: Keep an eye on the bakery’s Instagram for pop-up announcements. You wouldn’t want to miss their limited-time offers and exclusive events.
The Lost Loaf
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Address: 5 Third St, Bowden
Contact Details: 0407 494 931
Operating Hours:
- Wed to Fri – 8:30 am to 3 pm
- Sat to Sun – 9 am to 3 pm
The Lost Loaf’s sourdough never fails to lighten our mood—even during dreaded Monday mornings. Each loaf, hand-made and fermented for 36 hours, boasts rich flavors, a soft texture, and a crust that’s pure caramelized perfection.
Just remember that they only sell what they bake that day, so don’t expect a permanent menu. However, you can always count on grabbing a few staples aside from the sourdough, like custard-filled croissants, pain au chocolat, and fruit danishes.
Tip: Pre-order your bread online to ensure you always get your favorite sourdough loaf or baguette before it sells out.
Against the Grain
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Address: 104 B Gibson St, Bowden
Operating Hours:
- Wed to Fri – 7 am to 3 pm
- Sun – 8 am to 3 pm
Against the Grain might lure you in with its old-world, heritage-listed charm, but it’s the irresistible bread, pies, and pastries that will have you hooked—like what happened to us.
Our team has 3 must-haves we always gobble: the delicately savory quiche, luscious strawberry cheesecake, and jam-covered scone.
In addition, we’re huge fans of their seasonal goodies worth ditching our holiday nap for. Think hot cross buns, spiced Christmas cookies, and American-inspired breakfast pies.
Tip: If you’re planning to visit in the morning, expect a bustling environment. We strongly recommend dropping by around 1 to 2:30 pm for a quieter experience.
Muratti Cakes & Gateaux
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Address: 114B Prospect Rd
Contact Details: (08) 8344 9977
Operating Hours:
- Mon to Fri – 7:30 am to 6 pm
- Sat – 7:30 am to 4 pm
Our team’s dieting willpower crumbles when it comes to Muratti Cakes & Gateaux. Their premium bread, coffee, and pastries are just too tempting to pass up.
Everything is handcrafted fresh every day, so you know their bread won’t taste like yesterday’s pie. Cakes sell the most, but we prefer the croissant, macaroon, and sandwich selections.
For the specialty, you can’t go wrong with the chocolate mousse gateaux. This pick is indulgent in cake form, with berries, a compote center, layers of vanilla sponge, and more fancy French ingredients Marie Antoinette would die for.
Tip: Muratti Cakes & Gateaux has some of the most mouthwatering gift options around. Peek at their menu to find a tasty treat.
Schinella’s Artisan Bakery
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Address: Schinella’s Your Local Market, 62 Prospect Rd
Contact Details: (08) 8344 8611
Operating Hours:
- Mon to Fri – 7 am to 7 pm
- Sat – 7 am to 5 pm
- Sun – 8 am to 5 pm
Schinella’s Artisan Bakery is the place to hit if you’re after specialty bread that’s both delectable and cheap enough to make your accountant smile.
Be early, though, as crowd-pleasers like zeppole bambini (basically mini doughnuts), banana logs, and croissants fly off the shelves.
Their different sourdough types also pull throngs of bread lovers, so you should savor at least one. The aromatic fig and fennel variant is what we usually get, as its sweet and savory flavor profile is chef kiss.
Tip: Browse their website for discounts that can make your dollars go further. You’ll often find deals like the 2-whole-loaves-for-$8.50 offer.
Dulwich Bakery
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Address: Collinswood Shopping Center, 31 North East Road
Contact Details: (08) 8342 9566
Operating Hours:
- Mon to Sat – 7 am to 5 pm
- Sun – 8 am to 4 pm
With preservative-free and daily-made bread, Dulwich Bakery landed a spot on our list without anyone in our team throwing a tantrum.
One more reason we can’t get enough of them is their tasty savory rolls and generously sized pies, perfect for satisfying a family’s appetite.
On top of that, their dessert game is on point. Just have a bite of their apricot crumble plate or tiramisu cake if you think we’re capping.
Tip: Dulwich is a master of slinging party food. Know what they’re cooking to spice up your next bash!
My Eggless Kitchen
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Address: Unit 4/5 Smith St, Walkerville
Operating Hours:
- Mon to Fri – 10 am to 5 pm
- Sat – 10 am to 1 pm
My Eggless Kitchen isn’t just a quirky name. They actually bake egg-free cookies, cupcakes, and cakes. Moreover, they flaunt delights that are as much a feast for the eyes as they are for the taste buds.
Their vanilla cake and cupcakes are huge hits, but we believe it’s the chocolate brownie you should aim for. This fluffy snack with chocolate fudge and raspberry compote is proof that guilt-free indulgences aren’t just a myth created by vegan cafes.
Tip: For a personalized cake design, message My Eggless Kitchen via email (@myegglesskitchen), Instagram, or Facebook. You may also book online, but responses are quicker through the former options.
HK Bakery N Cake Cafe
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Address: Seng Heng Shopping Center, Unit 20/113-131 Days Rd, Croydon Park
Contact Details: 0474 829 797
Operating Hours:
- Wed to Fri – 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
- Sat to Sun – 10 am to 4:30 pm
Why book a ticket to Hong Kong when HK Bakery N Cake Cafe delivers all the doughy goodness right to North Adelaide?
Kicking off with their chart-topping polo bun is our go-to move here. The bread is a crumb-coated grub that comes with a thick slab of butter that’s perfect with their iconic HK-style milk teas.
We then typically follow it up with the heartier snowy BBQ bun, a subtly sweet and richly savory bite that’s packed with a Cantonese-inspired BBQ pork filling. For the finale, it’s their flaky wife cake with a candied winter melon mash that sweetens the deal.
Tip: Seasonal and holiday flavors vary, so be sure to check their Facebook page for the latest specials.
