
Bakers La Vie
A much-loved bakery at Salamander Bay near Nelson Bay in the Newcastle region with a 4.5 rating across 148 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Bakers La Vie sits on Soldiers Point Road in Salamander Bay, near Nelson Bay in the beautiful Port Stephens area north of Newcastle, NSW. With 148 reviews behind its 4.5 rating, it's a genuine local favourite.
The appeal is quality baked goods with a devoted following — a lovely spot to pick up fresh bread, a pie, a pastry, a treat or a coffee, the kind of bakery that earns loyal regulars, in the handy Salamander Bay area. Its location makes it an easy and welcoming stop.
Ranges, specials and trading hours change over time, and popular items can sell out. If you're after something particular or specific opening hours, it's worth confirming the current details directly before you head over.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 06:00 – 16:30
- TuesdayToday
- 06:00 – 16:30
- Wednesday
- 06:00 – 16:30
- Thursday
- 06:00 – 16:30
- Friday
- 06:00 – 16:30
- Saturday
- 06:00 – 14:00
- Sunday
- Closed
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 77
- Popularity
- 66
- Information quality
- 0
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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