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François Artisan Baker

91 Bondi Rd, Bondi NSW 2026, Australia

Recommended by 50 people

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Find François Artisan Baker

91 Bondi Rd, Bondi NSW 2026, Australia

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+61 2 8403 4014
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday: 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About François Artisan Baker

Bondi regulars have quietly guarded this counter since 1997—a French neighborhood staple turning out golden viennoiserie alongside hot, gravy-rich meat pies. Zero interest in online hype. The morning crowd grabs baguettes stacked with prosciutto and Swiss or warm ham croissants before cutting down to the beach. For milestone gatherings, local tables rely on François for custom celebration bakes, right down to a dark chocolate Black Forest cake that rarely leaves a crumb behind.

  • Cubed Croissants: Flaky, golden pastry filled with smooth custard and a rich caramel center.
  • Savory Counter Refuels: Gravy-rich beef pies, warm sausage rolls, and crusty baguettes layered with prosciutto and Swiss.
  • Bespoke Celebration Bakes: Tailored birthday centerpieces spanning balanced Black Forest cakes to custom photo-replica bakes.
  • Bondi Road Fixture: Welcoming locals with personal service and traditional baking standards on Bondi Road since 1997.
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Why Choose François Artisan Baker

Authentic French savoir-faire, generous savory lunches, and bespoke milestone cakes crafted on Bondi Road since 1997—reserve your celebration orders today.

  • Bespoke Milestone Celebration Orders

    From customized miniature croquembouches to tailored birthday cakes, François accommodates bespoke celebration orders with precision and flexibility that standard catalog patisseries rarely match.

    I ordered a custom mini croquembouche for my birthday and Francois was so accomodating in making a smaller one.

    Sarah james

  • Precision Lamination and Viennoiserie

    Classic viennoiserie is executed with exacting French technique, headlined by cubed croissants featuring crisp, golden lamination, smooth pastry cream, and rich caramel.

    Inside was a smooth custard with a rich caramel centre, creating a perfect balance of creamy and sweet without being overpowering.

    Alexa K

  • Savory Pre-Beach Neighborhood Fuel

    Generously filled savory pies with rich gravy deliver a hearty, satisfying lunch that easily fuels an afternoon walk down to Bondi Beach.

    Not bad for a lunch before walking down to the beach.

    Alex C

  • All-Day Savory and Sweet Selection

    Unlike sweet-only patisseries, the bakery runs a complete savory counter featuring freshly prepared baguettes, house quiches, and savory tarts alongside morning pastries.

    I absolutely love their onion and goats cheese tarte and baguette sandwiches.

    Jessica L. Williams

  • Transporting French Bakery Atmosphere

    Stepping into the Bondi Road shop transports guests to an authentic French village bakery, complete with artisan pastry standards and welcoming neighborhood hospitality.

    The customer service is exceptional and I felt like I was truly in a French bakery.

    Alexander Richmond

  • Decades of Uncompromising Craft

    Serving Bondi since 1997, François anchors the community with personal, craft-first service focused on exceptional baking rather than social media fads.

    There is no patisserie that has survived the test of time with his incredible attention to quality and service unsurpassed.

    STEVEN FRAGIAS

From hearty savory classics to masterfully balanced celebration cakes, reserve your custom order ahead to secure your favorites.

  • Meat Pies

    The pies are beautiful! Good amount of gravy which really gsve it flavour.

    Alex C

  • Prosciutto and Swiss Baguette

    baguette with Swiss cheese and prosciutto and the serving was as big as a foot long subway but tasted 200% better.

    Pamela AK

  • Black Forest Cake

    hands down the best one I've tried to date. The cherry flavour really comes through and balances out the chocolate so well.

    Nellie

  • Vanilla Slice

    The vanilla slice is the best that I have ever had.

    Nigel Khoo

Other favorites

Complementary French pastries, chilled drinks, and savory bakes beyond the core highlights.

  • Coffee Eclair

    The coffee eclair was so delicious kind of wish I got the bigger one.

    Pamela AK

  • Watermelon Frappe

    Both my kids got a frappe watermelon and it was delicious and fresh.

    Pamela AK

  • Fruit Almondine Tarts

    any of their fruit almondine tarts never fail to impress and they are so well priced!

    Sarah james

  • Onion and Goats Cheese Tarte

    I absolutely love their onion and goats cheese tarte and baguette sandwiches.

    Jessica L. Williams

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and artisan dedication elevate every gathering at François Artisan Baker—book your celebration cake or catering order today.

  • Bespoke Celebration Formats

    François personally accommodates bespoke celebration requests, from crafting custom scaled-down mini croquembouches for intimate birthdays to accurately executing custom photo-replica designs.

  • Direct Baker-to-Guest Hospitality

    Owner François personally engages with guests at the counter with warm, attentive care, ensuring each customer receives dedicated guidance rather than rushed bakery service.

  • Inclusive Milestone Catering

    Milestone events and high teas are catered with thoughtful dietary inclusion, preparing rich gluten-free flourless chocolate cakes alongside signature large-format celebration mudcakes.

  • Cross-Border Celebration Gifting

    Loved ones coordinating gifts from overseas can seamlessly arrange surprise birthday cakes online, backed by dependable on-time delivery across Sydney that arrives in pristine condition.

Before you head over

Practical guidance on custom ordering, dietary options, and seating. Book your celebration order or stop by to experience Bondi's French baking institution.

  • Order Custom Celebration Cakes in Advance

    For birthdays and events, place custom requests in advance—the bakery reliably accommodates tailored orders like miniature croquembouches and photo-replica cakes, with online ordering and delivery available.

  • Ask About Gluten-Free Cake Options

    Hosting guests with dietary restrictions is straightforward; inquire about crowd-pleasing options such as the gluten-free flourless chocolate cake alongside traditional mudcakes.

  • Choose Dog-Friendly Outdoor or Ample Indoor Seating

    If you are grabbing a savory pie or baguette sandwich with a pet, grab one of the outdoor street-side tables, or step inside where plenty of indoor seating is available.

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