Ned's Bake & Bistro South Yarra

4.1(1137)

134 Toorak Rd, South Yarra, Victoria, 3141

“Uniquely European, Quintessentially Melbourne”

Ned's Bake & Bistro South Yarra in South Yarra

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Services:TakeawayDine-In

Good ValueFriendly Staff

Known for

SandwichesCroissantsCiabatta rollsTakeawayDine-inCoffeeVegetarian optionsCatering

Why Choose Ned's Bake & Bistro South Yarra?

Ned's Bake & Bistro combines European-style baking with all-day dining in South Yarra, drawing steady praise for fresh, flaky croissants, house-made bread and thoughtful service. Whether you're dropping in for a coffee and pastry or settling in for dinner, the quality is consistent, locals particularly rate the breakfast and the care the team takes with each order.

About Ned's Bake & Bistro South Yarra

Ned's Bake & Bistro is a European-inspired bakery and restaurant in South Yarra. It starts the day with brunch and carries on through to dinner, so a visit here can mean anything from a quick coffee and a croissant to a proper sit-down meal.

The baking is a big part of the draw. Locals mention the croissants, ciabatta rolls, baguettes, sandwiches and pastries, and the house-made bread gets a kind word from people who know their eggs benedict. The croissant is described as fresh and flaky. We've also heard that one visitor found the pain au chocolat a touch overbaked, so it's worth choosing with your eyes. The kitchen leans Mediterranean, and one local was especially taken with a lobster croissant and the pastas. Brunch regulars rave about the eggs and the chilli scramble, though one person found that one properly hot.

The staff are a real part of the story. People talk about servers who remember your face and fix a lukewarm hot chocolate without fuss, and about a welcoming, knowledgeable team at dinner. We hear it's good value, and it suits all sorts of occasions: a relaxed weekend brunch, a catch-up over coffee, a cosy weeknight dinner. There's a good run of vegetarian choices, gluten free options get a mention, and the place is set up for families, with outdoor seating, wheelchair-accessible seating and reservations if you'd rather lock in a table.

You can dine in, grab takeaway, or ask about catering. One thing to know: a couple of locals have noticed that food can take a while to arrive, even on quiet nights, and one longtime fan felt things had shifted since a change of management. Most, though, describe a place they return to again and again. It's open every day, so check the hours before you head in.

Location

Neds Toast
Sourdough or Multigrain toast with butter and a condiment of choice.
$10
Neds Fruit Loaf Toast
Fruit Loaf toast with butter and a condiment of choice.
$14
Porridge (VEO)
Steel cut oats, oat milk, rhubarb, pistachio & Neds Spiced Honey.
$22
Bircher Muesli (V)
Yoghurt-soaked muesli, poached pear, berries, almond, macadamia, finished with buckwheat and seeds.
$23
Grilled Asparagus (V) (GFO)
Grilled asparagus on multigrain, goats cheese, soft boiled egg, honey and mint.
$26
Avocado Goddess (V) (GFO) (VGO)
Avocado, pickled red onion, soft herbs, green goddess dressing, Neds multigrain, poached egg.
$27
Ned's Grande (GF)
House-made hash brown, Italian sausage, poached egg, Tuscan kale, hollandaise.
$28
Tarragon Mushrooms (V) (GFO)
Mushroom, stracciatella, pistachio, Neds focaccia. add poached egg +4
$26
Eggs Benedict
Poached eggs, spinach, hollandaise, English muffin. Choice of Shaved Ham or Smoked Salmon.
$28
Chilli Scramble (GFO)
Folded eggs, chilli nduja, goats curd, Neds sourdough.
$26
Slow Cooked Beans (V) (GFO) (VEO)
Beans with basil pesto, red peppers, tomato sugo & Neds toast. add poached egg +4
$24
Sardines (GFO)
Sardines, zucchini, soft boiled egg, garden herbs and Neds bread.
$27
Green Bowl (V) (GF) (VEO)
Grilled greens, spinach, avocado, mint, wild rice, goats cheese, smoked almonds, raisins. add poached egg +4
$25
French Toast
Croissant bread, caramelised banana, lemon curd, almond clusters, Neds orange zest honey.
$22
Eggs On Toast (GFO)
Poached, folded or fried, with your choice of toast (sourdough or multigrain).
$18

SIDES (available with any dish)

Neds Chilli Jam / Neds Tomato Relish / Hollandaise
$3
Extra Egg / Extra Toast
$4
Spinach / Avocado / Mushrooms / Grilled Tomato
$6
Halloumi / Goats Curd / Bacon / Smoked Salmon / Hash Browns
$8

CONDIMENTS

Jam, Honey, Peanut Butter.

ALL DAY LUNCH

Polpette Al Sugo
Pork & veal meatballs in rich tomato sugo served with parmigiano and grilled Neds baguette.
$34
Ultimate Steak Sandwich
Tender grilled steak, Montpellier butter, caramelised onions, truffled cheese, grilled baguette, dipping sauce, fries.
$34
Crispy Calamari Salad
Gently fried baby calamari, mixed leaves, mint, lemon dressing.
$28
Grilled Salmon Nicoise Salad (GFO)
Soft boiled egg, cos lettuce, green beans, potato, anchovies, olives.
$32
Caesar Salad (GFO)
Classic Caesar, Neds croutons, bacon, anchovies. add gilled chicken + 6
$24
Tagliatelle Pasta (V) (GFO)
Tagliatelle, creamy truffled mushroom sauce.
$31
Soup Of The Day With Bread
Please ask your friendly waiter for todays soup.
$24
Rigatoni Ragu (GFO)
Rich beef ragu, rigatoni, parmigiano.
$32

SIDES

Pommes Frittes With Aioli (V) (VE) (GF)
$12
Neds Garlic Bread (V)
Layered croissant mini loaf, confit garlic, butter.
$14

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

What Customers Say on Google

Bread

“High quality house made bread and pastries. I had an Eggs Benedict. Many cafes today like to fancy up their bennies but I always prefer a classic like they do at Neds. The English muffins were perfect.”

Staff

“The server, Eloise, was very friendly and very kind. I came in again today by myself. Eloise recognized me straight away. I was so happy and really felt good.”

Source: Google Reviews

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ned's Bake & Bistro South Yarra

: Ned's Bake & Bistro is known for its European-style baking alongside a full bistro menu. Locals rate the croissants, ciabatta rolls and sandwiches highly, with the house-made bread standing out in dishes like eggs Benedict. It runs from breakfast and brunch right through to dinner, so you can drop in for a coffee and pastry or settle in for a proper sit-down meal.
: Yes. Ned's Bake & Bistro serves all-day breakfast items such as Neds Toast, porridge, bircher muesli and avocado dishes, plus an all-day lunch menu with options like the ultimate steak sandwich, crispy calamari salad and tagliatelle pasta. In the evening it shifts into bistro mode with entrees and mains, including dishes built around its own bakery items.
: There are vegetarian options across the menu, including the bircher muesli, avocado goddess and tagliatelle pasta, with several dishes also offering a gluten-free option. One visitor specifically praised the excellent gluten-free choices available at lunch, so it is a solid pick if you are catering to different dietary needs in the group.
: Ned's Bake & Bistro is well regarded locally for friendly, attentive staff and good value, with an old-world European interior that suits both a relaxed breakfast and a date-night dinner. It offers dine-in and takeaway, outdoor seating, wheelchair-accessible seating, and accepts reservations, which is handy since it gets busy with locals, especially on weekends.
: Yes, Ned's Bake & Bistro accepts reservations and also offers catering, on top of its usual dine-in and takeaway service. Given it is a popular spot with locals, particularly at weekend brunch time, booking ahead is worth doing if you want to guarantee a table rather than wait.