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Ho's Bakery And Cafe
262 Unwins Bridge Rd, Sydenham NSW 2044, Australia
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262 Unwins Bridge Rd, Sydenham NSW 2044, Australia
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Steps from Sydenham station, Ho's Bakery And Cafe feeds early commuters and devotees with fresh-baked baguettes packed with crackling roast pork. Operating from 6 AM, this corner institution splits the difference between a traditional Vietnamese bakery and an old-school suburban milk bar. Morning crowds bypass long inner-city lines for house-baked rolls stuffed with rich pâté and crunchy pickled vegetables, or sit down over steaming beef phở and spicy bún bò Huế. The dual-concept counter turns out classic Aussie chip-shop favorites alongside Southeast Asian staples—from chicken schnitzel burgers dusted with chicken salt to flaky chicken curry pies and grilled barramundi. Quick turnaround, touchscreen kiosks, and web orders keep the bustle moving smoothly, whether you are grabbing a flat white before catching the train or sitting outdoors with a bowl of combination noodle soup.
- Crispy Roast Pork Rolls: Baguettes baked fresh daily on-site and loaded with crackling roast pork, pâté, and pickled daikon.
- Early Dawn Bowls: Doors open at 6:00 AM near Sydenham station for morning coffees, beef phở, and bún bò Huế.
- Hybrid Bakery Menu: Integrates hot noodle soups and Vietnamese rolls alongside Aussie takeaway classics, burgers, and chicken curry pies.
- Rapid Counter Service: Brisk counter service supported by touchscreen self-serve kiosks and easy online ordering.
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Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Choose Ho's Bakery And Cafe
Why commuters, workers, and locals rely on Sydenham's classic bakery and cafe
Freshly Baked Crispy Banh Mi
Baguettes are freshly baked on-site with crackling crusts and packed with generous fillings and vegetables, serving as a rapid, high-value alternative to crowded inner-west sandwich shops.
The roasted pork roll is so tasty! The pate has great consistency, cracklings too, and the amount and freshness of the vegetables is really impressive. After trying a few other recommended places, including the Marrickville one, I have decided Ho's is definitely the tastiest.
Marie-Morgane Hieulle Fast, Efficient Counter Turnaround
Orders move at high speed whether ordering in-person or picking up takeaway, getting commuters and locals on their way in minutes without friction.
Service is quick, unpretentious, I live around the corner, and no matter what time i come, week or week-end, I am in and out within a 5-10mn at most.
Marie-Morgane Hieulle Early 6:00 AM Station Commuter Fuel
Opening at 6:00 AM just steps from Sydenham station, the kitchen provides hot cooked breakfasts, bacon and egg rolls, and morning coffee for early travellers.
A cafe that opens 6am , provides breakfast, coffees. Vietnamese pork bun as well as pho beef noodle soup in the early morning. Only few minutes from Sydenham metro/train station.
Missy C Streamlined Online and Grab-and-Go Ordering
Convenient online pickup ordering and in-store self-serve kiosks make it easy to grab lunch on the go without waiting or paying delivery app markups.
for takeaway i very much appreciate you being able to place the order and pay online to pick it up. no absurd surchages like you would get with other restaurants via menulog, etc. pricing is overall fair and i like the efficiency and convenience of this restaurant.
Lia Vietnamese Eatery Meets Classic Milk Bar
Combines a Vietnamese kitchen serving rich pho and crispy pork rolls with a nostalgic milk-bar setup dishing out classic burgers and chicken-salted chips.
A blend between a Vietnamese eatery and an old corner milk store. Crunchy pork rolls and pho that rival some of the best in marrickville, the best bang for buck burgers, as if from a and old classic chip shop and crispy chips made to order.
shaun bettridge Diverse Cravings Under One Roof
An extensive comfort menu pairs Asian rice dishes, beef noodle soup, and Vietnamese pastries alongside hot pies and cafe standards under one roof.
Pretty popular for their pork rolls, Thai beef, and Asian rice and noodle dishes. Also, a full range of beef or chicken burgers, hot chips, and some salads. Custard tarts, cakes, and various slices look good.
Jan
Most popular items
Our most popular house-baked rolls, noodle soups, and bakery classics
Crispy pork roll
The crispy pork roll was delicious, freshly baked white bread rolls
Jon Waine Beef pho
pho beef noodle soup in the early morning
Missy C Chicken pie
I recommend the chicken pie
Erica S Bun Bo Hue
Bun Bo Hue (Spicy Beef Noodle Soup)
Terence Ha
Other favorites
Breakfast staples, sides, and sweet bakery treats
Hot chips
hot chips are always hot and cooked to perfection
Maria Krystyna Bacon and egg roll
The bacon and egg roll is fantastic and the coffee is perfect
Guillaume M English breakfast
English breakfast, includes coffee for $12. Bargain.
Jan Custard tarts
Plenty of pastries, cakes & custard tarts
Bernie Mac
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of food does Ho's Bakery And Cafe serve?
The bakery prepares classic Vietnamese banh mi—such as crispy roast pork, BBQ pork, chicken, pork chop, and tofu—alongside hot pho, bun bo hue, pies, rice plates, and traditional milk-bar-style burgers and chips.
How early can you get breakfast or hot food?
Ho's opens early at 6:00 AM every day of the week, running through 6:00 PM Monday through Sunday, serving breakfast items, coffee, and hot noodle soups from early morning.
Can you order ahead for takeaway?
You can place takeaway orders in advance online to bypass lunch queues, or order on arrival at the front counter and self-service kiosks. Online orders incur no inflated delivery platform surcharges.
When is the cafe busiest and is seating limited?
Lunchtime gets very busy and inside seating is compact and cozy. If you visit around noon, anticipate limited indoor tables and peak crowds, though takeaway orders move fast.
Where is the best place to park?
The venue relies on street parking. Customers recommend parking along Unwins Bridge Road about 150 meters south of the shop or utilizing surrounding back streets.
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