1816 Bakehouse
Overview
1816 Bakehouse brings the craft of traditional baking to the heart of Ballarat. Led by head baker Josh Chapman, the team pours genuine care into every loaf, pastry, and sandwich, with everything made by hand on site. The bakery is known for its artisan sourdough, flaky pastries, and generously filled sandwiches that locals keep coming back for.
Whether you're after a morning treat, a fresh loaf, or catering for your next event, 1816 Bakehouse has something to tempt. It's the sort of place where the aroma of baking bread drifts out onto the street and friendly staff are always happy to chat about what's fresh out of the oven.
What 1816 Bakehouse offers
Handmade sourdough bread
House made pastries
Freshly filled sandwiches
Handmade pies
Online ordering for pick-up
Catering for corporate, social, and special events
Location
18 Armstrong St N, Ballarat Central VIC 3350
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Loved by locals and visitors alike, 1816 Bakehouse gets big praise for its standout pies, top coffee and beautiful baked goods. Favourites include the beef ragu, lamb and rosemary, pepper steak and beef and mushroom pies, plus the cinnamon roll/scroll, apricot danish, blueberry cheesecake danish, maple pecan escargot, choc and sweet croissants, ham and cheese croissant, chicken croissant, vanilla slice, Nutella donut, date scone and fresh focaccia. Bread fans rave about the sourdoughs, pumpkin loaf, multigrain and apricot loaf, and there are excellent baguettes like buffalo mozzarella with tomato and basil, prosciutto and camembert, and tasty chicken rolls. The brekkie roll also gets a special shoutout as a must-try.
Reviewers highlight friendly, helpful service and a warm vibe, with a central location, seating inside and out, eye?catching displays and great coffee thats Melbourne level. Handy tip from a few visitors: popular items sell out, so get in early. Many people pick up extra bread and pies to take home, and there are thoughtful touches like staff assisting at the door. Overall, a delicious stop in Ballarat for quality pastries, pies and coffee.