Pastries, cakes, rolls, scrolls and even sourdough – you just knead to try out these best bakeries in Perth!

Few things are as exciting as walking into a bakery first thing in the morning. Fresh loaves of bread, creamy treats and piping hot snacks line the shelves. But, the best part is the rich whiff of flour in the air. Across Perth, there are plenty of artisan bakeries, specialty bakehouses and chain bakeries on almost any busy street. So which ones should you try in 2023? We’ve narrowed it down to a handful of the very best that the city has to offer.

Whether you’re looking for the best sourdough, scrumptious gluten-free loaves, or a tasty French éclair, we have you covered with our guide to the top 10 best bakeries in Perth of 2023!

<strong>Bread in Common</strong>
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Bread in Common

With a wood-fire oven, preservative-free pastries and all with the very best local ingredients. Bread in Common has built a reputation for some of the highest quality bread in Perth. Opening in 2013 after converting a pharmaceutical warehouse, Bread in Common has baked a new kind of establishment, blending boutique bakery and rustic restaurant into a great visit for all your gluten needs. Whether you’re looking to fill your pantry with high-quality baked goods, or break bread with friends and family, Baked in Common is open everyday to keep you satisfied. One of the best bakeries in Fremantle!

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43 Pakenham St, Fremantle, WA 6160
<strong>Chu Bakery</strong>
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Chu Bakery

If you’re looking for a French bakery in Perth, our favourite is Chu Bakery. Sitting right across from Hyde Park, Chu Bakery is a reminder of how good a local bakery can be. With a bright and clean interior, this cosy bakery has something for everyone. Fresh baguette sandwiches and scrumptious coffee should be enough to get through whatever the day throws your way. For those with a deep sweet tooth, Chu Bakery’s delicacies such as their best-selling brioche doughnuts and rich chocolate eclairs are true delights. Make a daily routine out of visiting one of the best bakeries in Perth!

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498 William St, Highgate, WA 6003
<strong>Dolcetto Patisserie</strong>
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Dolcetto Patisserie

An Italian bakery that would make your nonna envious, Dolcetto Patisserie is the perfect place to get your fill of cannoli and tiramisu. With over 30 years of experience, Dolcetto Patisserie is now baked into the local community with their selection of delicious cookies, eclairs and, of course, cakes. As one of the best cake shops in Perth, order one of their famous tortas and cakes for a birthday, wedding, or any other celebration. Try a slice of Italy at Perth’s Dolcetto Patisserie – one of Perth’s best bakeries to visit in 2023!

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3/400 Fitzgerald St, North Perth, WA 6006
<strong>Grain Bakery</strong>
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Grain Bakery

A short walk from Victoria Park Station sits a bastion of independent bakeries in Perth. Grain Bakery in Lathlain provides with fresh baked good straight from the oven almost every day of the week. While the bakery only opened in 2021, the artisan bakers are giving life to family recipes dating back decades. Sausage rolls, doughnuts and delicious sandwiches line the shelves of this charming bakery. The crown jewel, however, is their sourdough, giving the local community something delicious to munch their way through. So if you’re looking for an artisan bakery in Perth or maybe just the best sourdough, Perth’s Grain Bakery should be your go to.

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19 Lathlain Pl, Lathlain, WA 6100
<strong>Harvest Boulangerie Patisserie</strong>
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Harvest Boulangerie Patisserie

French bakeries are renowned for their sensational pastries and artisan breadmaking. While France may be a long way out for many in Perth, there’s one bakery that gives you a bite of France, right in your backyards. Harvest Boulangerie Patisserie in Scarborough has built a reputation as a hidden gem, and one of the best French bakeries in Perth. Open everyday but Monday, creamy eclairs, fluffy croissants and crunchy baguettes are just a few of the delicacies to treat yourself with. This quaint slice of Paris feels more like a cosy community of big smiles and big pastries!

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117b Brighton Rd Scarborough, WA 6019
<strong>Knead Bread & Coffee</strong>
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Knead Bread & Coffee

One of Perth’s best bakeries, Knead Bread & Coffee is a hidden gem that shows how great bread can come in any shape and size. Despite measuring only 49cm² in size, it doesn’t mean that this family owned and operated micro bakery and espresso bar isn’t crammed with fresh breads and pastries on the daily. Rye, donuts, croissants, and sourdough shows how Knead Bread & Coffee is a tiny slice of heaven for bread lovers. And, with a welcoming and inclusive community, Knead Bread & Coffee is a daily need!

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1A Luna Maxi Mart, 241 West Coast Highway, Scarborough, WA 6019
<strong>Mary Street Bakery</strong>
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Mary Street Bakery

There’s nothing better than a local bakery, making fresh bread every day, right around the corner. Mary Street Bakery, with several locations across Greater Perth, aims to be that high-quality local bakery giving you the delicious bread we crave. Beyond fresh crunchy loaves to fill your pantry, Mary Street Bakery offers a great range of sweets and savoury treats for any taste, which can all be ordered online right from your home. And, for those looking for a great brunch place in Perth, Mary Street Bakery’s all-day breakfast menu is a great way to treat you and your friends. Now that’s what we call a top bakery experience!

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<strong>Miller + Baker</strong>
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Miller + Baker

Promising to use the finest and freshest ingredients, family-owned flour mill and bakery, Miller + Baker, offers fresh baked goods every day. This bakery in Perth’s CBD, right in the heart of the action, welcomes you to come past for fresh loaves of sourdough, ciabatta and rye to name just a few. If you want to skip the queue, Miller + Baker’s website gives you the chance to order their bread online, delivered straight to your door. Want to go a step further? Miller + Baker also offers their very own flour range, giving you the chance to try your hand at baking your own artisanal bread. Enjoy some of the best fresh bread in Perth at Miller + Baker.

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6b/236 Lake St, Perth, WA 6000
<strong>Strange Grains Gluten Free Bakery</strong>
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Strange Grains Gluten Free Bakery

While gluten free bread doesn’t have the best reputation, Strange Grains Bakery is here to fix that. Just around the corner from Shenton Park, this artisanal bakery offers some of the best gluten free bread in Perth. Making wheat free and vegan bread almost every day means there’s plenty of opportunity to try out a range of crunchy, wholesome bread, regardless of your dietary requirements. Beyond bread, there’s a delicious selection of gluten free cookies, brownies and muffins with the same hearty taste. So for those wanting something gluten free that’s also delicious, look no further than Strange Grains.

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197 Onslow Rd, Shenton Park, WA 6008
<strong>Wild Bakery</strong>
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Wild Bakery

In a corner shop in the sleepy suburbs of South Fremantle sits Wild Bakery, a passion project that shows the power of a good loaf of bread. Using traditional techniques honed over decades in the food business, Wild Bakery specialises in naturally fermented sourdough breads, giving gluten-intolerant customers the same delicious taste. Whether you’re after their crunchy Cranberry & Walnut Bread or their flavourful macarons, there’s always a great bite to be had at Wild Bakery. So make your way down today to one of the best bakeries in Fremantle!

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346 South Terrace, South Fremantle, WA 6162

Looking for the best breakfast in Perth? Munch your way through our list of the 10 Best Waterfront Brunch Cafes in Perth. Or, start your day right at Perth’s 9 Best Coffee Shops and Cafes of 2023.

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This article was first published on June 11 2022. It was updated and edited by Hunter and Bligh on April 27 2023.