Brady Road Bakery

Brady Road Bakery is a takeaway bakery in Dandenong North, Victoria, and the pies are what people tend to mention first. We hear the steak and mushroom is a standout, with a thick shape and generous chunks of mushroom, and the jalapeno chilli cheese has its own fans. Sausage rolls and bacon and cheese rolls get a good word too, and one local who dropped in while working in the area said everything they carried home was fresh and well made.

The sweet side of the counter gets just as much talk. Vanilla slices are the big draw here, and people go out of their way for them, with several different flavours on offer. One visitor said they no longer needed to drive down to the Mornington Peninsula for a slice that good. The cannoli are another favourite, creamy without being overly sweet, with a proper crunch, and the pistachio filling in particular. Donuts are on the shelf as well, though one local found the jam donut a touch on the sweet side.

Bread is part of the picture too. One customer has mentioned rolls that stay fresh for days and ciabatta that they get here. The smell of fresh baking greets you at the door, and the staff are generally described as friendly. One local who ordered desserts for a milestone birthday praised the service and said guests were complimenting the cannoli, donuts and slices all night.

We've heard a little grumbling that prices have crept up since the bakery changed hands, and one long-time regular felt the counter service could be warmer on one visit. Most people still leave happy, and one has said they will be back.

Takeaway is the way to do it here. There's a car park, free street parking, and a step-free entrance, and you can pay by card or phone. The bakery opens early, so check the hours before you head in.