Dish Bakehouse

If you're after a bakery in Torrensville, Dish Bakehouse is a bakery café that does breakfast, brunch, lunch and afternoon tea, with the baked goods sitting right alongside a proper coffee order. It runs as a takeaway spot and a dine-in café, with indoor seating, some outdoor tables, and a wheelchair-accessible entrance and seating. It's also good for kids, and there are vegetarian options on the counter.

The pies are what people tend to bring up first. Locals rave about the pepper steak pie in particular, with plenty of tender beef, a good gravy-to-meat ratio and no gristle. One person who'd lived in New Zealand for over 40 years, a place that takes its pies seriously, gave it high praise. A bus driver who passes through the area said the chunky beef pie is worth a stop on its own. Beyond pies, pasties, sausage rolls and a double cut roll all come up, and the fresh-made rolls get a good word too, with a chicken schnitzel one singled out for its fresh ingredients. There are cakes and slices on offer as well, and a blueberry cheesecake got a mention.

Welcoming staff and fair prices are a common thread, and the coffee is regularly called out as a highlight, so it works as an easy lunch stop whether you're local or just passing through. People also talk about the wide choice at the counter, so allow a minute to decide.

It's not flawless. We've heard the odd grumble about slow service at busy moments, and one person felt a dietary request wasn't properly listened to. If you have an allergy, say so clearly when you order and double-check your roll before you leave.

Dish Bakehouse also offers catering for corporate and special events, tailored to what you need, so it's worth asking if you're planning something. The baked goods and cakes come from Hyde Park Bakery and Kronpuss Cakes. The hours are weekdays only, so check them before you head in.