Simmon's Bakery

If you're in Biloela and after a proper bakery stop, Simmon's Bakery is somewhere to head. It's well regarded around town, and it's the kind of place where a dad who grew up going there will insist on pulling in whenever the family drives past. His verdict on the cream buns, apparently, is that they still taste like the old days.

Pies are the main drawcard. A curry pie, sausage rolls, pasties and hot dog wraps all feature on the menu, alongside a cake and slice cabinet that catches the eye. The lamingtons get a nod too. Things come fresh from the oven, and one visitor arriving mid-afternoon still found a good spread left. We've heard the odd grumble about pies running a bit dry or a sausage roll not hitting the mark, and one local suggests the hot dog wraps are best when they've been baked that morning. If you're after something hot, it's worth asking what's fresh out of the oven.

It's not all pastry. Breakfast is a real part of the trade, with a bacon and egg roll and salad rolls on the list, and the coffee gets praise as quick and good. One traveller called it a must-stop on the way through town. You can dine in or take away, and the seating area is comfortable enough for a cuppa and a sit-down. Custom cake orders are also available if you've got a celebration coming up, so ask at the counter.

Staff are generally described as friendly and warm, and service is quick. Getting there is easy: there's free street parking and a free car park, plus a wheelchair-accessible entrance and car park. They take cards and mobile payments.

They open early on weekdays and finish up a bit sooner on some days, so check the hours before you plan a detour. For Biloela locals and anyone passing through central Queensland, Simmon's is a solid choice for a pie, a coffee or both.