Best Bakeries in Newcastle and the Hunter Region
Newcastle and the Hunter Valley have no shortage of quality bakeries serving everything from artisan breads to gourmet pies and European-style pastries. Whether you're after a weekday coffee companion or a weekend treat, here are a dozen local bakeries worth visiting.
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Bakeries Newcastle1. Uprising Bakery Pty Ltd
Start here for the highest-scoring bakery on our list, located right in Newcastle's city centre.
View venue4.6(817)· Google$$$$65Spot ScoreWorth a Look2
Bakeries Maitland2. Farrar & Sons Bakehouse
Head to Maitland for an established bakehouse with a solid local following.
View venue4.9(151)· Google63Spot ScoreWorth a Look3
Bakeries Newcastle3. The Redhead Bakehouse
A Newcastle option if you're keen to explore the bakery scene without leaving the city.
View venue4.8(175)· Google62Spot ScoreWorth a Look4
Bakeries Cooks Hill4. DoughHeads
Cooks Hill location makes this an easy stop if you're in the neighbourhood—also known for dessert offerings.
View venue4.5(466)· Google$$$$62Spot ScoreWorth a Look5
Bakeries Maitland5. The Icky Sticky Patisserie
Another Maitland choice with a strong patisserie focus for those after finer baked goods.
View venue4.5(460)· Google$$$$62Spot ScoreWorth a Look6
Bakeries Nelson Bay6. Red Neds Gourmet Pie Bar
If you're heading to Nelson Bay, this gourmet pie specialist makes a worthwhile detour.
View venue4.5(422)· Google$$$$61Spot ScoreWorth a Look7
Bakeries Newcastle7. Cake Boi
Newcastle-based option particularly suited to those after cake and dessert-focused baking.
View venue4.6(218)· Google61Spot ScoreWorth a Look8
Bakeries Maitland8. Blakeney's Pies
Another Maitland spot, this one with a reputation centred on pies.
View venue4.6(204)· Google61Spot ScoreWorth a Look9
Bakeries Nelson Bay9. Two Bobs Bakery
Your second Nelson Bay option if you're spending time on the coast.
View venue4.4(377)· Google60Spot ScoreWorth a Look10
Bakeries Newcastle10. Liebe European Pastries
Newcastle location specialising in European-style pastries—worth trying if you prefer continental flavours.
View venue5.0(58)· Google60Spot ScoreWorth a Look11
Bakeries Pokolbin11. Piehole
Located in Pokolbin, this is a useful stop if you're visiting the wine region.
View venue4.5(132)· Google58Spot ScoreWorth a Look12
Bakeries Newcastle12. The French Patisserie
Newcastle's French-leaning option for a more refined pastry experience.
View venue4.9(142)· Google57Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uprising Bakery Pty Ltd | 65/100 | 4.6(817) | $$ | Newcastle | — |
| Farrar & Sons Bakehouse | 63/100 | 4.9(151) | — | Maitland | — |
| The Redhead Bakehouse | 62/100 | 4.8(175) | — | Newcastle | — |
| DoughHeads | 62/100 | 4.5(466) | $$ | Cooks Hill | — |
| The Icky Sticky Patisserie | 62/100 | 4.5(460) | $$ | Maitland | — |
| Red Neds Gourmet Pie Bar | 61/100 | 4.5(422) | $$ | Nelson Bay | — |
| Cake Boi | 61/100 | 4.6(218) | — | Newcastle | — |
| Blakeney's Pies | 61/100 | 4.6(204) | — | Maitland | — |
| Two Bobs Bakery | 60/100 | 4.4(377) | — | Nelson Bay | — |
| Liebe European Pastries | 60/100 | 5.0(58) | — | Newcastle | — |
| Piehole | 58/100 | 4.5(132) | — | Pokolbin | — |
| The French Patisserie | 57/100 | 4.9(142) | — | Newcastle | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which bakery in Newcastle scores highest?+
Uprising Bakery Pty Ltd in Newcastle city centre has the highest Spot Score on this list at 65.
Are there bakeries in Nelson Bay?+
Yes—Red Neds Gourmet Pie Bar and Two Bobs Bakery both operate in Nelson Bay.
Which suburb has the most bakeries listed?+
Maitland and Newcastle are tied, each with four bakeries on this list.
Are any bakeries known for pies specifically?+
Red Neds Gourmet Pie Bar, Blakeney's Pies, and Piehole are all tagged as bakeries with pie focus.
What if I'm visiting Pokolbin wine region?+
Piehole in Pokolbin is the bakery option closest to the wine region.
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