Lai Bakery and Cafe

4.4(64)

30 Centreway, Keilor East, Victoria, 3033

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Services:TakeawayDine-In

Fresh From the OvenKnown for PiesGood ValueFriendly Staff

Known for

Pork rollsRoast pork rollBanh miTakeawayCoffeeBreakfastWheelchair accessibleCard & contactless payments

Why Choose Lai Bakery and Cafe?

Lai Bakery and Cafe in Keilor East is a Vietnamese-leaning bakery known locally for fresh rolls, pies and fair prices. The roast pork roll with crunchy crackling is a standout, as are the chicken schnitzel rolls and apple pies, and the staff are known for their warmth and consistency.

About Lai Bakery and Cafe

Lai Bakery and Cafe in Keilor East is a Vietnamese-leaning bakery known for pies and fresh rolls. Locals point to the roast pork roll first, with its crunchy crackling and a splash of gravy if you ask, and the chicken schnitzel and salad rolls aren't far behind. Bread comes warm and crisp outside, soft in the middle, and the salad fillings are said to taste fresh whatever time you drop in.

Pies are a big part of the story too. We've heard the apple pie in particular described as something special, and people also rate the savoury pies and the stick donuts for something sweet. One regular, who started coming as a small child, says the staff still feel like family and the prices have barely budged over the years.

The banh mi gets a more mixed reception. Some who go in expecting a traditional Vietnamese version find it closer to a roast pork salad roll with a Vietnamese twist, while others rave about it and make it a fortnightly stop. If banh mi is exactly what you're after, that's worth knowing. Cakes and slices draw the odd grumble, so stick with the rolls, pies and bread.

You can dine in or take away, and coffee and breakfast are on offer. There is a wheelchair-accessible entrance and car park, and card and tap payments are accepted. Check the hours before heading in, as it's closed one day of the week.

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What Customers Say on Google

Staff

“Been coming here since I was 4 years old now I'm 19 and somehow even with inflation prices have never spiked, staff always felt like family and are very warming. Always got the same chicken schnitzel roll and has yet to fail me, breads always crunchy on the outside warm and soft on the inside chicken is crispy with flavour and the salads are always fresh no matter time of day.”

Cakes

“The best apple pies at a great price, owned by the sweetest couple!”

Pastries

“Great Vietnamese bakery, low prices, chicken schnitzel and salad rolls are great, roast pork rolls with gravy too ( crunchy crackling ) for something sweet hard to go past the stick donuts.”

Source: Google Reviews

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lai Bakery and Cafe

: Lai Bakery and Cafe has a Vietnamese leaning menu built around pork rolls, roast pork rolls and banh mi, alongside chicken schnitzel and salad rolls. Locals also rate the pies highly, especially the apple pie and savoury pies, plus stick donuts for something sweet. Bread is served warm and crisp outside with a soft centre.
: Yes, Lai Bakery and Cafe offers both takeaway and dine-in, along with coffee and breakfast options. The premises has a wheelchair-accessible car park and entrance, and accepts credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments like Apple Pay or Google Pay.
: Many locals describe it as good value, with several calling it a lesser-known option for its prices relative to the food on offer. The roast pork rolls, chicken schnitzel rolls and apple pies are frequently singled out as worth the price. For current prices, it's best to ask the bakery directly.
: Staff are consistently described as friendly and welcoming, with some long-time locals noting the team feels like family. Service is generally noted as polite and fast, making it a popular daily breakfast or lunch stop for regulars in Keilor East.
: The roast pork roll with crackling and a splash of gravy is a favourite, alongside chicken schnitzel and salad rolls. For something sweet, the apple pie and stick donuts are popular picks. Some visitors note the cakes and vanilla slice aren't as strong as the bread and pies, so it pays to ask what's fresh that day.