Tokyo Lamington Carlton

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258 Elgin St, Carlton, Victoria, 3053

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Services:Custom Cake OrdersVegan OptionsDeliveryTakeawayDine-In

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Why Choose Tokyo Lamington Carlton?

Tokyo Lamington Carlton reimagines the Australian lamington with Japanese flair, serving cube-shaped sponges in inventive flavours like yuzu meringue, fairy bread popcorn and Japanese Forest. The lamingtons are moist and balanced, and the team are genuinely friendly and quick; they also offer vegan options, savouries including pies and quiches, and a welcoming dine-in space on Elgin Street.

About Tokyo Lamington Carlton

Tokyo Lamington Carlton is a small, specialised bakery on Elgin Street in Carlton, and the lamington is the whole point. This is the Aussie classic given a Japanese makeover, with cube-shaped sponges in various creative flavours and seasonal specials. People talk about the yuzu meringue, the fairy bread, the Japanese Forest that looks like Kyoto temple moss, and the OG for anyone who wants it done straight. The sponge has a name for being moist and not overly sweet, and there are vegan and gluten-free versions, though opinions on those are a little more mixed than on the classic.

You can buy them one at a time or in assorted gift boxes, which is how one person uses the place when they have visitors in town from interstate or overseas. It's also a good stop if you're after something savoury. We hear the onigiri is made fresh to order, and sausage rolls and other savoury items sit alongside matcha, hojicha and brown sugar bubble tea drinks. The odd comment suggests the drinks pour on the small side and a few items run dry or bland, but most people leave happy.

The room is cosy and charming, with warm lighting, plants and a wooden fit-out, plus a clever little pulley sign at the door. Seating is limited, so it suits a couple of friends or a quiet study session better than a big group. The staff are friendly and quick, and with the University of Melbourne just across the road, it's a convenient spot for students.

Dine-in, takeaway, kerbside pickup and delivery are all on offer, and custom cake orders are available too. Free street parking nearby helps, and the shop takes cards and mobile payments. The doors stay open later on the weekend than they do midweek, so check the hours before you head in.

Location

Half Dozen Box
6 assorted Lamingtons of current menu, individually boxed
$49
Dozen Box
12 assorted Lamingtons of current menu, individually boxed
$98
Mega Box
15 assorted Lamingtons of current menu, individually boxed
$120
Party Box
24 Lamingtons, perfect for catering. Not individually packed, excludes Yuzu Meringue
$183

Lamingtons

The OG Lamington
Raspberry jam and vanilla cream, dark chocolate sauce, coconut shreds
$8.50
Fairy Bread Popcorn Lamington
Popcorn buttercream, white chocolate, 100s & 1,000s
$8.50
Yuzu Meringue Lamington
Yuzu curd, whipped cream, toasted meringue. Limited daily
$9.90
Neapolitan Lamington
Strawberry cream, chocolate shell, crushed pastry bits
$8.50
The Japanese Forest Lamington
Houjicha and matcha sponge, confit ume, ume cream, dark chocolate, matcha cookie, chocolate shavings
$8.50
Lemon Myrtle and Passionfruit Lamington
Lemon myrtle cream, passion fruit jelly, white chocolate, lemon myrtle coconut
$8.50
Chocolate Strawberry Lamington GF
GF chocolate sponge, strawberry butter cream, milk chocolate, chocolate coconut
$8.50
Yuzu Poppyseed Lamington [VG]
Vegan sponge with poppy seeds and yuzu syrup, lemon myrtle cream, vegan white chocolate, coconut and poppyseed
$8.50
Rhubarb Custard Lamington
Rhubarb jam and rhubarb custard cream, white chocolate rhubarb, shortbread cookie crumbs
$8.50
Biscoff Lamington
Whipped cream with Biscoff shortbread crumbs and Biscoff spread, milk chocolate, shortbread cookie crumbs
$8.50
Halloween Pumpkin Lamington
Charcoal sponge, pumpkin cream, white chocolate, coconut
$8.50

Savouries

Onigiri
Made to order with Koshihikari rice and roasted seaweed nori. Choose from range of fillings
$8
Leek and Gruyère Quiche
Silky custard with Gruyere and buttered leek in golden shortcrust case
$9.30
Mushroom Miso Quiche
Silky custard with miso braised mushrooms in golden shortcrust case
$9.30
Japanese Chicken Curry Pie
Slow cooked Japanese chicken curry, buttery shortcrust, flaky puff pastry, panko crumb finish
$10.80
Beef and Beer Pie
Beef mince slow cooked in beer with vegetables and spice, crisp flaky puff pastry lid
$10.80
Pork Katsu Sausage Roll
Pork with ginger and katsu sauce, wrapped in flaky puff pastry
$9.30
Bacon & Kimchi Quiche
Silky custard with smoky bacon and fermented kimchi in golden shortcrust case
$9.30
Cheeseburger Sausage Roll
Wagyu beef, melty cheese, mustard and pickles in golden puff pastry
$9.30
Ratatouille Pie
Seasonal vegetables in rich tomato sauce, shortcrust pastry topped with puff pastry
$10.80

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

What Customers Say on Google

Pastries

“It's so delicious, soft and fluffy and not overly sweet. The OG is delicious too but I'd die for the fairy bread.”

Pastries

“Lamington is just perfect, not too sweet and it hold it shape when holding.”

Staff

“The two girls were lovely and very efficient, we ordered a tea, ice long black and onigiri. The food and drinks came out lightning fast and the onigiri was delicious!!”

Source: Google Reviews

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tokyo Lamington Carlton

: Tokyo Lamington Carlton, on Elgin Street, is a specialised bakery built around the humble lamington, reimagined with a Japanese twist. Cube-shaped sponges come in flavours like the OG, Fairy Bread Popcorn, Yuzu Meringue, Neapolitan, Lemon Myrtle and Passionfruit, and the Japanese Forest, styled to look like Kyoto temple moss. The sponge is known for being moist and not overly sweet.
: Yes, Tokyo Lamington Carlton offers vegan options alongside its classic lamington range, and gluten-free versions are also available. Opinions on these are a touch more mixed than on the classic sponge, with some finding them a little bland, but the lamington texture itself still comes through as moist.
: Beyond its signature lamingtons, Tokyo Lamington Carlton serves savouries like onigiri, Leek and Gruyère Quiche, Mushroom Miso Quiche, Japanese Chicken Curry Pie, Beef and Beer Pie, and Pork Katsu Sausage Roll. It is also known for coffee, matcha and breakfast, and gift boxes (Half Dozen, Dozen, Mega and Party Box) are available for anyone wanting to share or gift a selection.
: Yes, Tokyo Lamington Carlton is a dine-in café as well as a bakery, with takeaway, delivery and kerbside pickup also offered. It serves coffee, matcha, hojicha and bubble tea drinks, and the space is a small, cosy spot with warm lighting and a Japanese-inspired feel, though seating is limited for larger groups.
: Tokyo Lamington Carlton takes custom cake orders in addition to its everyday range, and its gift boxes make it easy to order a curated selection of lamingtons for an occasion. For specifics on custom cake designs, lead times or pricing, it is best to contact the Elgin Street shop directly.