Best Bakery and Cake Shops in Dandenong

"Where: Fitzroy (There's also a CBD "express" offshoot in Russell Street.). Why: Blending bedrock Aussie flavours and French fabulousness with typical Lune flair, croissant pastry is slathered with black gold and cheesy bechamel, rolled into a scroll then topped with gruyere. It's a deluxe spin ($8) on a lunchbox staple."

"Obviously Lune needs no introduction, it’s Lune after all; the home of the best croissant in the world. Owner Kate Reid reverse engineered the croissants from Paris that she was obsessing over to come up with her own. Acquiring a Lune croissant requires commitment; lines are often long and they always sell out."

"Restaurants Patisseries Fitzroy. Their pastries fly out of the shop by noon most days, but does Lune really cut the mustard?"

"All you need is a love of carbs to join this particular club, where the rewards are awe-inspiring breads, pastries and pies. The two Frenchmen behind the venture have worked e at Vue de Monde, Woodfrog Bakery, Tivoli Road Bakery and Baker D. Chirico. Classic sourdough and baguettes are a given, while creative turns results in delights like Banana Split croissants, toffee custard doughnuts and saffron buns."

"And who wouldn't line up for baklava escargot and 'Tirami-choux'?. Follow Bread Club's Instagram for the daily drop of menu items. Think brie pumpkin sourdough sando, pepperoni pizza, chewy choc chip cookies and loaded doughnuts."

"Melbourne is in love with this simple dessert, and you wouldn’t want to miss out on the hype surrounding this Japanese-style cheesecake. One of the joys of Uncle Tetsu’s shop is the simplicity — the store sells a couple of simple variations on the perfect combination of wheat, egg, milk and cheese. A slice of the original signature Japanese cheesecake is melt-in-your-mouth soft and fluffy."

"On its window, Monarch Cakes claims to be “Exquisite since 1934”, and it's not a lie. There’s an old-school charm to this St Kilda cake shop, the kind that no amount of climate-controlled, Parisian pastry precision can match. The bundt chocolate kugelhopf, a marble cake with stripes of melted chocolate throughout, is the kind of cake you want to take home to your mother."

"Monarch Cakes in St Kilda has been making desserts on Acland Street since the 1930s. With more than 80 years’ experience, the staff at this place know a thing or two about making delicious treats. There’s the Polish baked-cheesecake made from a 100-year-old recipe, the locally loved chocolate kooglhoupf, and the continental custard vanilla slice."

"Simply Cakes Melbourne is based in Bonbeach, Melbourne, Victoria. Our kitchen is registered with the Kingston City Council and we bake with quality ingredients to ensure your satisfaction. We offer customised celebration cakes for many occasions like weddings, birthdays, christenings, and other occasions."

"A bakery is always a good option for breakfast, but Ned's Bake is so much more. Yep, you can pick up delicious fresh loaves of sourdough and mouth-watering baked goods, but it's well worth sticking around to peruse the brunch menu. We're talking marscapone pancakes, spanner crab salad, brioche french toast, or cured trout."

"Sugar Buns Bakery Cafe located in Hampton Park shopping center is one of the trendiest cafes in town. Best known for their outrageous mega-milkshakes that are so decadent you might need to get a health check after one. Featured with permission from sugarbunsbakerycafe"

"Grab a coffee from Market Lane Coffee, in the Deli Hall, and a spinach and cheese borek from the Borek Shop. Hop back on the tram to Federation Square. This is Melbourne's cultural heart, home to cutting-edge art at the Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) and an extensive range of Aboriginal works at the Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia. Explore the galleries before sitting down to lunch at one of the many restaurants on nearby Flinders Lane – Chin Chin and Coda are both standouts."

"Housed in the old Denton Hat Mills factory in Abbotsford, this popular cafe seats about 130 people, sprawls over three rooms and is considered by many to serve the inner-city suburb’s best brunch. Coffee ranges from espresso and French press to Clover-brewed and cold-drip. The kitchen is produce-driven and it keeps the menu interesting with regular seasonal changes."

"Once used as the offices for the state’s Treasury Department, the Old Treasury Building was turned into a museum in 1994 and has a series of exhibitions about the formation of Melbourne and other significant periods of the city’s history. There are interesting displays about topics like the Gold Rush, Melbourne as the national capital, and the stories of the governor. Temporary exhibitions are also held on other topics."

"One of the more lifeless buildings of Melbourne on the outside, the old Melbourne Gaol has quite a ghastly history to back it up. Sitting right on Russel street (another very famous Melbourne street) is an incredibly eerie, 3 story high former prison. While it’s no longer a prison (it was officially closed in 1924), it’s now a museum filled with relics of the past and the history of some of Australia’s most notorious criminals."

"One of the most interesting historical sites in Melbourne is the Old Melbourne Gaol. It was in use from 1842 to 1929 and was ‘home’ to some of Australia’s most notorious criminals, including bushranger Ned Kelly. Oh, the stories it could tell!"

"See the iconic Botanic Gardens, River Gardens and Dockland or experience a cruise at night to experience the river by moonlight while enjoying a delicious dinner in comfort and privacy. You can choose from a range of cruise options including a lunch and dinner cruise or just a normal sightseeing cruise. Seeing the beautiful city of Melbourne from the water will surely enhance your sightseeing experience while also providing you with a relaxing and enjoyable day out."

"This fenced garden is within the Royal Botanic Gardens and provides opportunities for water play and nature play in a popular picnic spot. You can also take your under 5s on a Punt Tour for free!. Ian Potter Foundation Children’s Garden, Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, Birdwood Avenue, South Yarra"

"Where: 2 Malthouse Lane The scene: Offering a calming sanctuary at the top end of town, The French Brasserie provides the ideal environment to relax while enjoying the very finest in modern French cuisine. Lofty ceilings and soaring glass windows create a bright, contemporary atmosphere which matches the simple, yet stylish plates crafted entirely in-house by the talented head chef. The evening a la carte menu features a selection of bite-size hors d’oeuvres, exquisite starters, generous main courses and classic side dishes, all of which pair perfectly with the distinctive Australian and French wines thoughtfully selected by the restaurant’s master sommelier."

"175 Swan St, Richmond, Yarra, Victoria 3121 AustraliaFrench, European, InternationalLunch, Dinner, Late NightReservations, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service+61 3 9428 3585http://www.noirrestaurant.com.au"

"52 Toorak Rd West, South Yarra, Victoria 3141 AustraliaEuropean, FrenchLunch, Dinner, DrinksSeating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service[email protected]+61 3 9867 5853http://www.bistrogitan.com.au/"