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Humble Bakery - Surry Hills

Shop 2/50 Holt St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

Recommended by 49 people

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Shop 2/50 Holt St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

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+61 2 9435 0801
HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Humble Bakery - Surry Hills

Surry Hills regulars make a beeline for Holt Street to split bakery classics upgraded with serious culinary pedigree. The main draw is the nostalgic pink finger bun, sliced open and layered with a thick slab of butter. Savory cravings lean toward generous lunch focaccia—crusty, olive-oil soaked, and piled high with mortadella or salami. Order at the counter and take a seat out back, where tables look directly onto the bakers shaping loaves in the kitchen.

  • Cult Finger Buns: Classic pink-iced buns upgraded with a thick slab of butter between the folds.
  • Stuffed Focaccia Lunches: Generous mortadella and salami sandwiches on olive-oil-soaked house dough.
  • Back-Kitchen Dining: Counter ordering up front with back-room seating overlooking the open kitchen.
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Why Choose Humble Bakery

Why locals and visitors seek out Humble Bakery for nostalgic treats, artisan lunches, and relaxed bakery vibes.

  • Iconic Butter-Layered Finger Buns

    Humble reinvents the classic bakery finger bun by layering a generous slab of butter and balanced pink icing between flaky, rich buns.

    Followed it with the decadent finger bun, with its slab of butter. Perfect balance of sweet and savoury.

    hello carmel

  • Artisanal Focaccia Sandwiches

    Baking fresh, crusty focaccia loaded with top-notch fillings like mortadella and salami delivers an elevated lunch sandwich.

    Today I saw they had a mortadella sandwich on fresh focaccia and I knew that was the one for me.

    John Enevoldsen

  • Childhood Nostalgia Reimagined

    Reimagined childhood staples like the finger bun and Basque cheesecake spark warm memories elevated well beyond traditional bakery fare.

    The finger bun and carrot cake, in particular, brought back wonderful childhood memories of the cakes I loved growing up.

    Maralto

  • Relaxed Neighbourhood Atmosphere

    A welcoming vibe and comfortable indoor-outdoor setup create an inviting retreat to decompress over freshly prepared treats.

    The atmosphere at Humble is young, relaxed, and inviting, making it a perfect spot to unwind.

    Maurizio

  • Deep Layout with Kitchen Views

    The shop unfolds beyond the front counter into a spacious back dining area offering a behind-the-scenes look at the bakers at work.

    It's a larger space than you think too and stretches all the way down the back (which is great in the colder months) and you get to have a sneak peek behind the scenes in the back section of the kitchen.

    Anne N

  • Surry Hills People Watching

    Outdoor tables along Holt Street provide an energetic, sunny backdrop ideal for watching the neighbourhood go by over coffee.

    A busy Surry Hills spot at lunchtime but I got an outside table for some fabulous people watching.

    hello carmel

Iconic bakery creations and savory focaccia favorites

  • Finger Bun

    Finger bun nostalgia goodness!!! This is why they are famous. It’s so good! It’s like no finger bun we were served in our school canteens and tuck shops. This is the Louis Vuitton of finger buns. The icing is pure magic, the bun is flaky and buttery and to add to that there is a layer of butter slapped between the two buns.

    Niki Vasiliadis

  • Mortadella Sandwich

    Packed with top notch ingredients, so flavoursome.

    hello carmel

  • Basque Cheesecake

    The Basque cheesecake was outstanding.

    Maralto

  • Carrot Cake

    Ordered a carrot cake for a Birthday party. Wow I don't even like carrot cakes and it's probably one of the best cakes I've eaten. Everyone was very impressed.

    Justine

Other favorites

Pastries, baked treats, and savory snacks

  • Almond Croissant

    I'm a big fan of the almond crossiant and the chicken schnitzel sandwich but again, they have a lot of butter (probably why it tastes so good).

    Michael Gribben

  • Cinnamon Scroll

    Their cinnamon scroll is #1 in Sydney for this local guide.

    Nanita

  • Burnt Butter Cookie

    The cookie was nice and fresh, moist, with generous amounts of chocolate chips.

    Mark Mc Laughlin

  • Sausage Roll

    Got the sausage roll and alfajor to takeaway - we had the chorizo from Porteno previously and was pleasantly surprised to see it on the menu.

    Hayley Lam

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the must-order items at Humble Bakery?

Humble is known for its elevated pink finger bun served with a thick slab of butter, as well as its Basque cheesecake, house-made focaccia sandwiches like mortadella, and carrot cake.

Is there seating available to dine in?

Yes. Beyond the counter and front outdoor seating, the bakery extends into an indoor seating section at the back where you can see into the kitchen.

How long is the wait during busy hours?

During peak times and weekend mornings, lines can form out front, but the counter queue moves quickly. You can order at the register, receive a number, and have your order brought to your table.

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