Best Bakeries in Notting Hill Melbourne — 2026 Guide

We’ve tested every best bakeries option in Notting Hill to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Nico is the one everyone knows. Marco’s is the sleeper. Prices are reasonable — coffee at $4.50-5.50, dinner at $28-45. Monash University Clayton campus adjacent. Notting Hill sits in the Middle East corridor, 14-22km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best bakeries scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Notting Hill since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.

1. The Little Corner — 98 Queen Place, Notting Hill VIC 3151

What it is: (bakeries) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $21-30 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book

The Little Corner has been operating in Notting Hill for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the charcuterie board ($22) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 54 with outdoor seating for another 15. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on Bay Place is usually fine.

Order this: The charcuterie board ($23) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: The back courtyard has tables nobody knows about.

2. Old Union — 203 Bay Place, Notting Hill VIC 3151

What it is: (bakeries) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $12-18 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird

Old Union has been operating in Notting Hill for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the mushroom pasta ($17) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 40 — book for Friday and Saturday. Service is efficient without being rushed. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Try this: The mushroom pasta ($16) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

3. The Sunny Commons — 136 Queen Place, Notting Hill VIC 3151

What it is: (bakeries) The one that surprised us Cost: $17-27 per person Best for: remote workers

The Sunny Commons has been operating in Notting Hill for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the charcuterie board ($21) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 52 with outdoor seating for another 15. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Go for: The charcuterie board ($23) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

4. Social — 148 Bay Place, Notting Hill VIC 3151

What it is: (bakeries) A local institution Cost: $17-30 per person Best for: dates

Social has been operating in Notting Hill for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the fish special ($20) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 44 — book for Friday and Saturday. Service is efficient without being rushed. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Don’t miss: The fish special ($23) — the best version in Notting Hill Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

5. Remy Union — 282 West Terrace, Notting Hill VIC 3151

What it is: (bakeries) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $10-24 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird

Remy Union has been operating in Notting Hill for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the pumpkin risotto ($11) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 33 — book for Friday and Saturday. The team knows what they are doing. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Worth knowing: The pumpkin risotto ($13) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Notting Hill roaster — ask which one.

Notting Hill — The Honest Version

Monash University Clayton campus adjacent. Mix of residential and light industrial. The best bakeries options here reflect Notting Hill’s character. If you’re living in or near Notting Hill, you’ll find that the suburb rewards people who actually explore beyond the main strip. Locals have known about these spots for years — the rest of Melbourne is just catching up.

6. Ava Post — 326 Queen Place, Notting Hill VIC 3151

What it is: (bakeries) A quiet achiever Cost: $8-13 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead

Ava Post has been operating in Notting Hill for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($13) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 32 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on Swan Grove is usually fine.

Ask for: The house-made relish ($10) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: They source produce from Notting Hill farmers market when it runs.

7. Bright Union — 60 Swan Grove, Notting Hill VIC 3151

What it is: (bakeries) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $17-23 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200

Bright Union has been operating in Notting Hill for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the mushroom pasta ($19) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 50 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Book ahead for: The mushroom pasta ($21) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: They source produce from Notting Hill farmers market when it runs.

8. Nina — 59 Swan Grove, Notting Hill VIC 3151

What it is: (bakeries) A solid local spot Cost: $18-26 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd

Nina has been operating in Notting Hill for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the fish special ($18) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 44 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Start with: The fish special ($23) — the best version in Notting Hill Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.

9. Southern Quarter — 84 Bay Place, Notting Hill VIC 3151

What it is: (bakeries) No-frills excellence Cost: $8-21 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead

Southern Quarter has been operating in Notting Hill for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the crispy chicken ($9) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 65 with outdoor seating for another 15. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on Bay Place is usually fine.

Come back for: The crispy chicken ($11) — the best version in Notting Hill Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.

10. Pearl’s — 320 Sydney Road, Notting Hill VIC 3151

What it is: (bakeries) No-frills excellence Cost: $10-17 per person Best for: dates

Pearl’s has been operating in Notting Hill for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($11) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 63 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Get the: The house-made relish ($14) — the best version in Notting Hill Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Notting Hill roaster — ask which one.

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FAQ

What are the best best bakeries options in Notting Hill?

The New Press is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Notting Hill good for best bakeries?

Yes. Notting Hill has 10+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.

What is Notting Hill known for?

Monash University Clayton campus adjacent.

How far is Notting Hill from Melbourne CBD?

Notting Hill is 14-22km, 25-38min train, 20-30min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Notting Hill isn’t trying to be the next Fitzroy. It doesn’t need to be. What it does, it does with zero pretension and real substance. That’s worth more than a trendy postcode.

Last updated: March 2026