14 Of The Best Bakeries On The Gold Coast For 2025

10th Nov 2025

Written by:

Danielle Read
Contributor | Urban List

Bakeries. Just reading the word conjures up dreamy images of early morning fresh bread runs; a mid-morning meat pie with buttery, flaky pastry; a lunchtime sausage roll dripping with tomato sauce; or an arvo finger bun, jam and cream going everywhere. Admit it, you're right there with me.

Bakeries are having a moment on the Gold Coast/Kombumerri Country, and for me beyond the novelty of giant donuts and gooey cookies, there are a few standout features that make a bakery go from 'it's pretty good', to holy smokes does this aroma come in a fragrance that can permanently live inside my nostrils?

For me, that's the quality of the produce, any new or innovative techniques on the table, the vibe and of course the taste factor. Because even if the pastry's gluten-free, we still have standards, right.

Things are evolving, especially here on the Gold Coast, with new establishments regularly popping up offering some seriously impressive and creative baked goods. Come with me to chomp through 14 of the best bakeries on the Gold Coast in 2025, so you know where to get your next fix.

Best Gold Coast Bakeries At A Glance

Best Bakeries For Pastries
Best Bakeries For Breads
Best Bakeries For Pies

Best Bakeries For Pastries

Rise Bakery

Shop 4C, 1 Masthead Way, Sanctuary Cove QLD 4212

Adored by locals and applauded by visitors, Rise Bakery is the French bakery that Gold Coast Northerners cherish.

There are the classics. Think pain au chocolat, baguettes and—of course—absolutely cracking croissants. As well as a selection of danishes, slices, and quiches.

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Helmed by French pastry chefs Adrien Marcinowski and Maxime Bournazel, Rise Bakery is about as authentic and delicious as they come.

Paddock Bakery

20 Hibiscus Haven, Miami QLD 4220

Paddock Bakery has become a Gold Coast institution, where the sprawling garden's homed infinite conversations and endless 'oh, yum's. Nab one of their fresh-as-fresh-can-get, homemade pastries to see that the clout's well-earnt.

Arguably the first bakery on the Gold Coast to present us with the epic cruffin (a tantalising croissant and muffin combo), the passionate team at Paddock Bakery also serve up sweet beauties such as crème brulee donuts, giant oozy cookies, cheesecake brownies and cookie monster milkshakes.

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They're walk-in only, so if dining on weekends, plan for a bit of a wait
There's a garden, cottage, loft, rooftop and barn so the setting's ripe for any catchup

Franquette Bakery

155 Long Rd, Tamborine Mountain QLD 4272

Franquette Bakery translates from French as ‘without any fuss’, and from the first time I dropped by this quaint café on Tamborine Mountain I instantly fell in love.

For flaky pastries, loaded deli-style sandwiches and inventive toasties like The French Onion, with caramelised onion, Gruyère cheese and chives (it's just like the soup. But in a toastie), head here.

Franquette has basically had a cult following since the first day it opened, and I for one am most certainly drinking the cool aid.

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This is the brainchild of Jérôme Favier, a Baker Diploma graduate, globe traveller and renowned Burleigh baker turned bakery owner

Bam Bam Bakehouse

2519-2521 Gold Coast Hwy, Mermaid Beach QLD 4218

Drive past Bam Bam Bakehouse pretty much any time during their opening hours and you’ll see a lineup outside the venue. The reason is simple. Their stuff absolutely slaps.

Up there with the most Instagrammable bakeries on the Gold Coast, Bam Bam’s offerings back up their looks with a hefty flavour punch. The pastry cabinet rotates, but I can tell you that right now the salted caramel éclair and almond croissant choux are the things sweet dreams are made of.

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While Bam Bam has built acclaim with their decadent pastries, savoury delights like the Karaage Chicken Croissant Burger need not be missed
Their new hot custard and jam croissant may send you searching for how to tie the knot with a baked good

Custard Canteen

Tallebudgera Creek Beach, Palm Beach QLD 4221

There are Portuguese tarts, and then there are Custard Canteen’s Portugese tarts. This sprawling hot spot of a café sits behind Tallebudgera Creek Beach, and its claim to fame began with their gooey sweet yolk Portugese tarts.

Now, it's all about their chunky cream-cheese cookies stuffed with salted-caramel ganache. There's also a swag of savoury bakery eats including eggs benny on sourdough and the butter boy beny on housemade toasted croissants. Plenty of benny and I';m about it.

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If you're basking in sunshine at Tallebudgera Creek, order takeaway from your phone online and wander over for pickup, no lineup neccessary
There are bake at home boxes available, and pre-order options to stock your entire house with Custard's applauded pastries

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Cubby Bakehouse

162 Chinderah Bay Dr, Chinderah QLD 2487

Cubby Bakehouse is the ultimate destination bakery, a short roadtrip south of the Gold Coast. Perched across the road from the Tweed River, there's a shady garden area or indoor seating to see the magic come to life.

Good luck choosing from the epic array of sweet treats on offer, including the best macadamia salted caramel brownie I've every tasted. There are mini carrot cheesecakes, twice-baked almond croissants, gooey caramel cookies and jam doughnut eclairs. Sweet tooth? Cubby Bakehouse has got you.

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There's a brand new fairy-inspired playground across the road
They regularly drop fresh creations, like the milo eclair with vanilla diplomat custard
The panko crumbed prawn roll is elite

Fuel Bakehouse

Shop 1/23 James St, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220
44 Currumbin Creek Rd, Currumbin Waters QLD 4223
39/45 Tweed Coast Rd, Bogangar NSW 2488

Fuel Bakehouse has made a name for itself through its tasty selection of baked treats done simply and to perfection. The semi-sourdough house doughnuts come with oozy, generous dollops of passionfruit, Nutella and jam, while their famous flaky pies are baked fresh all throughout the day.

With flavours like pulled beef, Aussie bush pepper, chunky cheese, vegetable, chorizo and cheese, and mushroom and Guinness, in the early days, I found myself returning on auto-pilot to make my way through the menu. All before starting all over again.

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Their Burleigh store is their newest on their lineup of locales and it's grab-and-go style is perfect for taking treats to the beach

Tarte Bakery & Café

2 West St, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220
Shop 1 , 2-4 Thrower Dr, Currumbin QLD 4223

The team at Tarte Bakery & Cafe seriously know their pastries. It didn’t take long for this Burleigh hotspot to become something of a Gold Coast phenomenon and when they expanded to Currumbin, the applause echoed right across our fair city.

With delectable glazed cruellers, brownie and sea salt cookies, baked ricotta cheesecake and—according to some—the Gold Coast’s best croissants, the lemon butter cake basically leaves me weeping with happy tears.

This team's nailed the art of the tart, with their lineup of strawberry, passionfruit and blueberry tarts making hearts flutter every damn where.

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The Currumbin arm's home to the Tea Garden, serving mini pastries, scones, specialty tea and matcha creations with clouds.

Basque Cheesecake & Champagne

33B Musgrave Ave, Labrador QLD 4215

Surprisingly, Basque is an indulgent bakery that also makes sourdough daily and plates up some of the most glorious Portugese tarts on the whole of the Gold Coast.

Though, there's no deying that the star of the show is their baked cheesecake. With its signature burnt top, caramel and vanilla flavour tones and hints of cinnamon, it's the silky treat best enjoyed shared.

Pair your slice with a crisp glass of bubbles and kick back with the most luxurious bakery experience on the Coast.

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It's the perfect place to head after dinner at nearby North Coast Ramen

Best Bakeries For Breads

Burleigh Baker

13/50 James St, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220

Shop 7/46 The Esplanade, Paradise Point QLD 4216

If there was a ‘Healthiest Bread on the Gold Coast’ award, it's basically a given that Burleigh Baker wins.

Contrary to its name, this Burleigh joint is also found in Paradise Point, and the crowds are just as amazed by the fact that these piping hot loaves aren't just amazing tasting, they're also amazing for you. The making method includes a stone hearth, slow fermentation and a stunning final product that is gut-friendly.

Owners Geoff and Lisa Dance deliver the goods with ever slice - it’s chewy, tangy but light, and like no bread you’ve had before. Get amongst their flaky pastries. My pick's the Jap pumpkin, sweet corn and caramelised onion vego sausage roll with confit garlic.

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The Miche is their flagship sourdough, made with single source wholemeal flour and spelt, fermented for up to 48 hours and baked on a stone hearth
Grab your goods to go and make the slow wander to the foreshore, just keep an eye out for curious swans down by the shoreline

The Bread Social

Capri on Via Roma, 15-21 Via Roma, Isle Of Capri, QLD 4217
2 Queensbury Ave, Currumbin Waters QLD 4223
12A Bay St, Tweed Heads NSW 2485

The Bread Social has a clear philosophy that surrounds being Australian-owned, organic and as local as possible. Sounds good, though I can confirm they walk the talk. In particular, you can definitely taste the love in their 72-hour loaves, extra large custard tarts and flaky golden croissants.

There's something about their combo of thoughtfully crafted baked goods and exceptional brews that makes this institution a consistent favourite on the Gold Coast. And you'll never quite look at supermarket bread the same again

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This bakery is headed up by Tom Scott, Sam Saulwick and Paul Giddings, who masterfully bake everything in-house

Peterpan Bakery & Dessert

Southport Central, Floor G/27 Garden St, Southport QLD 4215

The Korean bread experts at Peterpan know precisely how much salt or cheese to add to their fresh breads to make for truly sensational slices.

Plus, desserts like the vanilla cream donuts, red bean fresh cream breads and even Oreo cream donuts will make you rethink your bakery standards. A true delight on the Gold Coast bakery scene, for a unique experience that's every bit delicious, jead directly to this joint.

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There are a few stools to dine-in, or wear your walking shoes and make the trek across to Broadwater Parklands with your goods.

Best Bakeries For Pies

The Outpost Café

44 Christie St, Canungra QLD 4275

Not far west of the Gold Coast lies a little café that lays claim to the title of the best pies in Australia. Originally built in 1946 and trading consistently since, The Outpost Café in quaint Canungra serves up huge flaky pies made from locally sourced beef and 100% fresh, natural ingredients.

Choose from the classics like chunky steak, steak and mushroom, pepper steak and chicken and vegetable, or have a little extra fun with lamb and rosemary, seafood mornay or spicy buffalo chicken. The sausage rolls are well worth a bite, too.

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The vibe is roadhouse, and it's a popular spot for weekend motorbike crews

Made With Love Bakery

19 Alicia St, Southport QLD 4215

When it comes to Gold Coast bakeries, most are loaded with creamy delights, succulent meat-filled pies and even buttery croissants. So Made With Love Bakery had its work cut out for them when they swung open their doors as 100% plant-based.

Though I'm not exaggerating when I say that every single menu item is pure gold. From their flaky danishes and custard-filled donuts, to their wickedly addictive pepper pie and sausage rolls that'll have you ordering double next time, there's no wrong choice here.

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It's opposite a field, with picnic rugs provided for you to wander over and enjoy your goods at
Don't leave without trying a vegan croissant, cheesymite scroll or chocolate custard tart. You'll be in disbelief of how they create such masterpieces

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Image Credit: Rise Bakery, Brooke Darling, Cubby Bakehouse, Eclair at the Bay & Kaitlin Maree Photography

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