Alexander's Bakery Southside

4.6(385)

Shop GD N031, Wollongong Central, 200 Crown St, Wollongong, New South Wales, 2500

“A Family Bakery Since 1998”

Alexander's Bakery Southside in Wollongong

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Services:Vegan OptionsDeliveryTakeawayDine-In

Fresh From the OvenKnown for SourdoughGood ValueFriendly Staff

Known for

BurekBaklavaSweet pastriesTakeawayDeliveryDine-inCoffeeBreakfast

Why Choose Alexander's Bakery Southside?

Alexander's Bakery Southside is known locally for handcrafted burek and fresh sourdough, backed by consistently strong customer praise. The team are warm and attentive, the pastries (almond croissants, baklava) arrive fresh from the oven, and you'll find vegan options, dine-in seating and good coffee alongside the baked goods. It's a solid stop for a substantial breakfast or takeaway in Wollongong CBD.

About Alexander's Bakery Southside

If you're after a bakery in Wollongong that does proper burek, Alexander's Bakery Southside is the name locals keep coming back to. It's a family-owned bakery that handcrafts its burek and baked goods, and you'll find it in the Wollongong Central shopping mall.

The burek is the main event. People who've tried the spinach and cheese, the meat and cheese, and the combination all speak of them warmly, and one local called it the best they've ever eaten. It makes a solid hot breakfast on the go. Alongside it there's a spread of sweet pastries, with the almond croissant and pistachio baklava getting a good word, plus savoury options too. Bread is a quiet strength: one person raved about the wholemeal loaf and said they'd be buying their bread here from now on. The almond croissant feels fresh from the oven.

There are vegan options on the menu, and you can take away, dine in or have it delivered. The coffee gets plenty of love as well, including with alternative milks, so it works for a sit-down breakfast or a quick stop. Seating is limited, so it suits a short visit more than a long lounge. The team brings over 25 years of expertise to the trade, and the family bakery tradition runs deep in how they work.

What people mention most is the staff. They're described as friendly, welcoming and quick, the kind who make an effort to chat, and a few are singled out by first name, Nathan and Brontë among them. Prices are seen as good value. One visitor found their burek under-heated and a table sticky, and another was let down by a coffee special that didn't match the photos. Those read as off days rather than the usual story.

There's free parking, and the entrance and car park are wheelchair accessible. Cards and mobile payments are accepted. They open seven days, with slightly different hours across the week, so check the hours before you head in.

Location

Vegan Cinnamon Donut
$6
Whole Burek
$39
Vegan Jam Donut
$6.50
Baker's Sweet Surprise Box
$30
Handmade Portuguese Tart
$7.50
Macedonian Shortbread Cookie
$4.50
Strawberry & Mascarpone Danish
$7.90
Nutella Donut
$6.50
Pistachio, Pear & Rhubarb Croissant
$10.90
Custard Donut
$6.50
Almond & Nutella Croissant
$10.50
White Sourdough
$10
Almond Croissant
$9.90
Cheese Burek
$39
Seeded Sourdough
$12
Cinnamon Cruffin With Cream Cheese Frosting
$7.50
Mushroom, Olive & Capsicum Burek
Vegan
$39
Picnic Pack
$59
Baklava Gift Box
$59
Spinach & Mushroom Burek
Vegan
$39
Beef Mince & Onion Burek
$39
Spinach & Cheese Burek
$39
Sweetheart's Box
$30
Beef & Cheese Burek
$39
Leek, Spinach & Cheese Burek
$39
Dinner Party Pack
includes dessert
$120
SL - Spinach & Leek Burek
$9
Strawberry Cheesecake Danish
$7.90
Vegan Picnic
$59

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Menu as published at alexandersbakery.com.au on 28 October 2026. Prices change; confirm with the shop.

What Customers Say on Google

Pastries

“I had an almond butter croissant, which was fresh-baked and absolutely delicious, along with a flat white coffee that was equally delightful.”

Staff

“Staff are so super lovely here. They really make an effort to connect with people which is increasingly rare in hospitality.”

Bread

“This place is 10/10! I have tried their burek and it was so tasty and fresh! I recently had the pleasure of trying their wholemeal breadloaf and that is phenomenal!!”

Source: Google Reviews

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Frequently Asked Questions About Alexander's Bakery Southside

: This family-owned bakery in Wollongong Central is best known for its burek, with spinach and cheese, meat and cheese, and combination varieties all praised by locals as some of the best they've had. It's also known for sourdough, sweet pastries like baklava and almond croissants, and a solid breakfast coffee run.
: Yes, vegan options are available, including a vegan cinnamon donut and a vegan jam donut from the published menu. Alongside these, the bakery offers a broad range of sweet pastries, burek, and baked goods, with Takeaway, Delivery, and Dine-In all available at the Wollongong Central location.
: Yes, dine-in is available alongside takeaway and delivery. The space is small with limited seating but has a modern feel, and it's a popular stop for coffee and breakfast. The bakery also has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and car park, plus free parking nearby.
: The published menu includes Whole Burek, Handmade Portuguese Tart, Macedonian Shortbread Cookie, Baker's Sweet Surprise Box, and both Vegan Cinnamon and Vegan Jam Donuts. On the savoury side, burek and sweet pastries are the stars, while locals also favour baklava, breakfast items, and coffee. Ask in store about daily availability.
: Yes, locals know this spot for fresh-baked goods, helpful staff, and reasonable prices. The burek and baklava are standouts, and the wholemeal bread loaf is a reliable choice. If you prefer items freshly warmed, just ask the staff to take care of that for you.