Morrall's Bakery

Morrall's Bakery is the sort of place travellers pull up at on the way through Bourke and then tell their mates about. It's also a regular stop for people who live nearby. It's a proper bakery with a dine-in space, takeaway and in-store pick-up, so you can sit down with a coffee or grab something for the road.

Pies are what people talk about most here, and the lamb and mint gets a particularly warm mention. One traveller liked it so much they went back for a couple more to freeze and take home. Sausage rolls have their fans too, along with the vanilla slice and a lemon slice one local called the best they'd ever had. We've also heard that the apple turnover is full of warm cinnamon, and that the lamingtons are worth considering. It's fair to say tastes vary, though. One passing diner found a pie too peppery, and another wanted a chunkier filling, so the odd miss does happen.

Breakfast is a big part of the story. The bacon and egg roll and the breakfast bun come up often, a steak chipotle roll earned a rave, and one visitor reckoned it was the best big breakfast in outback NSW. Fresh bread is a draw as well, from wholemeal loaves to honey sandwiches. The coffee has a loyal following, and the bakery has plenty of gluten-free choices for those who need them, including desserts and gluten-free toast.

Staff are friendly and the service is quick, which suits people stopping for lunch on a long drive. It can get busy on weekends, so some regulars take their coffee to nearby Central Park instead of lingering inside. Going early gives you the widest choice, and the food is fresh from the oven. Prices are on the fair side for a country town, though not everyone finds a filled roll cheap.

There's a free car park and street parking, a wheelchair-accessible car park, and card and tap payments. Check the hours before you head in.