Krol Family Bakery
375 Camberwell Rd, Camberwell, Victoria, 3124
“Bakers of quality Sourdough and Artisan breads and pastries at affordable prices for the whole community.”
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Why Choose Krol Family Bakery?
Krol is known locally for exceptional sourdough and generously sized baked goods at fair prices. The herb and cheese loaf and fruit loaf draw regular orders from nearby workers, while cinnamon scrolls, scones and pastries come warm from the oven daily. The knowledgeable, friendly team and working-bakery atmosphere make this a standout local choice.
About Krol Family Bakery
Krol Family Bakery has been baking in Camberwell for 40 years, and the family's sourdough starter is a big part of why. It's 78 years old, and the recipes behind the bread and pastries have been handed down through four generations. Everything is baked on-site daily, free of preservatives, additives and chemicals.
Sourdough is what this bakery is known for, and the loaves are generous. Locals rave about the herb and cheese loaf and the fruit sourdough, and the fruit loaf is a regular order for people who work nearby. Beyond the bread, the cinnamon scrolls come out warm and gooey, and the scones, danishes and croissants have their own following. The vanilla custard tarts and Anzac biscuits get plenty of praise too, and pizza scrolls and ham and cheese croissants are there when you want something savoury.
Prices are a talking point here. People are often surprised at how much they get for the money, and the bakery's own aim is affordable baking for the whole community. The counter staff are friendly, and Reinier Krol, the owner and head baker, has been at the craft since leaving high school.
Takeaway is the way to go, with coffee available, and there's free street parking nearby. Cards and mobile payments are accepted. The shop keeps shorter hours than most bakeries and isn't open every day, so check the hours before you head over.
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What Customers Say on Google
“The loaves are HUGE, almost double the size of the usual sourdough you get elsewhere!”
“Fresh, friendly and fair pricing. Oh gotta say ..Loooooove the scones, best in town and great serving size!”
“The cinnamon scrolls are absolutely delicious. Croissant and danish pastries are the real deal.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Krol Family Bakery
Krol Family Bakery is known for its sourdough, baked using a 78-year-old family starter and recipes passed down through four generations. Locals particularly love the herb and cheese loaf and the fruit sourdough. Everything is baked on-site daily without preservatives, additives or chemicals, which keeps the bread and pastries tasting fresh.
Beyond its sourdough loaves, Krol Family Bakery bakes cinnamon scrolls, scones, croissants, danishes, fruit loaf, custard tarts and Anzac biscuits. Many of these come out warm from the oven, and the cinnamon scrolls and scones are regularly mentioned as highlights by locals picking up a treat on their way past.
Yes, Krol Family Bakery is consistently described as offering generous serving sizes at reasonable prices. The loaves are large and the pastries are well priced for what you get, which is a big part of why it's become a regular stop for people working nearby. Ask the bakery directly for current pricing.
Yes, Krol Family Bakery offers takeaway and serves coffee alongside its bread and pastries. It accepts credit cards, debit cards and contactless payments, and there's free street parking nearby, making it an easy stop if you're grabbing something quick in Camberwell.
Krol Family Bakery has been baking in Camberwell for 40 years. It's a family-run bakery, with sourdough recipes and its starter handed down through four generations, and it remains a well-regarded local spot known for friendly, knowledgeable staff and a genuine working-bakery atmosphere.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +61 429 907 695
- Address
- 375 Camberwell Rd, Camberwell, Victoria, 3124
How Krol Family Bakery Compares
in Camberwell
More reviews than 56% of bakeries in Camberwell
Known for Sourdough: 1 of 5 in Camberwell
Opening Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 7:30am-4:30pm
- Thursday
- 7:30am-4:30pm
- Friday
- 7:30am-4:30pm
- Saturday
- 7:30am-2:30pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Business Details
- Service Options
- Takeaway
- Payment Methods
- Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments
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