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Organic Bread Bar

354 South Dowling St, Paddington NSW 2021, Australia

Recommended by 28 people

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354 South Dowling St, Paddington NSW 2021, Australia

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+61 2 9357 4448
HoursMonday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM Thursday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM Friday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sunday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Organic Bread Bar

Paddington’s counter for serious German-style baking skips the morning rush—keeping the shelves stocked until 6 p.m. Fans of dense loaves come for the 100% rye and old-school pretzels, but the real insider pick is the pretzel croissant, retaining its crisp lamination overnight. Beside it, an apple danish layers fresh fruit over rich frangipane, while pumpkin and mixed berry spelt scones deliver a hearty, rustic bite. Pick up a flat white or matcha latte, take a seat in the adjoining café space, or carry a pear tart five minutes down the road for an impromptu spread in Centennial Park. Daily surplus heads straight to local food relief.

  • Extended Hours: Keeps the doors open until 6 p.m., easing the afternoon hunt for freshly baked loaves and pastries.
  • German Specialties: Specializes in authentic German soft pretzels, flaky pretzel croissants, and weekend-only 100% rye loaves.
  • Alternative Grains: Bakes hearty fruit-and-pumpkin spelt scones alongside wheat-free cakes.
  • Adjacent Café: An adjacent café seating area allows guests to sit down with a cappuccino or matcha latte.
  • Community Support: Donates unsold daily surplus at closing to support local communities in need.
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Why Choose Organic Bread Bar

Traditional German baking heritage, afternoon convenience, and welcoming cafe hospitality in Paddington

  • Dense Rye & Authentic German Loaves

    Bakers produce dense, German-style loaves including 100% rye bread available on weekends, offering the substantial texture and authentic grain profiles typical of traditional European bakeries.

    It is very difficult to find 100% rye bread - most commercial rye bread is 15% rye, 85% wheat. It's only baked/available on Friday and Saturday .Rye doesn't act with yeast so the loaf is solid and easily cut thin for open salad plates.

    AlixV

  • Authentic Soft Pretzels & Pretzel Croissants

    The bakery crafts traditional Bavarian-style lye bakes, turning out soft pretzels, pretzel buns, and flaky pretzel croissants baked to an authentic standard.

    Unbelievably tasty as a croissant or a bun and, of course, as a soft pretzel.

    Stephen Oroszvari

  • Late-Afternoon Retail Bakery Access

    Unlike standard Sydney bakeries that close early once morning bakes sell through, doors stay open until 6:00 PM for late-day bread and pastry runs.

    First time here with my husband after looking for somewhere to buy bread outside of typical cafe hours, and we’re so glad we found this gem. I’m not a morning person, so appreciate that they’re open until 6pm

    Lilian N L

  • Convenient Staging for Centennial Park Picnics

    Located just a quick drive from Centennial Park, the bakery provides an ideal pickup stop for artisan picnic provisions and pastries on the way to green open spaces.

    Tip: it’s only a 5 minute drive from Centennial Park, so grab something here and enjoy a picnic after

    Lilian N L

  • Rare Neighborhood Coziness & Warmth

    Customers relish the rare coziness, genuine staff warmth, and positive atmosphere found inside the open-kitchen shop.

    I feel like it has a coziness that’s quite rare, I really appreciate how much care goes into every aspect of running this bakery.

    Charrygard

  • Relaxed Sit-Down Cafe Setting

    Patrons can sit down in the dedicated cafe space next door to pair freshly baked European pastries and warm loaves with quality coffee.

    The bakery opened up the café next door offering a place to sit, relax and enjoy your coffee and pastry.

    Peter Korb

Authentic German loaves, lye bakes, and specialty artisan items

  • Pretzels

    my husband is addicted to the pretzels there

    Maya Zain

  • Pretzel Croissant

    The croissant was still amazing the next day, with that traditional old-school style that easily beats many croissants I’ve had around Sydney, even better if you chuck it in the oven before eating.

    Lilian N L

  • Berry Spelt Scones

    Their focaccia, pretzels and berry spelt scones are also amazing.

    Catherine Chen

  • 100% Rye Bread

    It is very difficult to find 100% rye bread - most commercial rye bread is 15% rye, 85% wheat. It's only baked/available on Friday and Saturday .Rye doesn't act with yeast so the loaf is solid and easily cut thin for open salad plates.

    AlixV

Other favorites

Sweet pastries, tarts, and dietary specialties

  • Florentines

    Best florentines I have ever tasted - and I’ve done a lot of tasting!

    Andrea B

  • Citrus Cake

    the citrus cake had a lovely balance of sweet and bitter from the chunks of peel.

    Tricia Decker

  • Gluten-Free Chocolate Cake

    The gluten-free chocolate cake I had at my friend’s birthday party was absolutely delicious!

    Comeco Foods

  • Apple Danish

    I just ate the best Apple Danish I've ever had in my entire life. It was magical!!!

    Daniel Sommer

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful community practices, extended hours, and specialized baking traditions that set Organic Bread Bar apart.

  • End-of-Day Food Donations

    Surplus baked goods and food items are donated at the end of each operating day to support individuals and communities in need.

  • Weekend-Only 100% Rye Loaves

    Loaves of pure 100% rye bread are prepared without wheat blending, specially scheduled and freshly baked for Friday and Saturday pickup.

  • Dedicated Dietary and Alternative-Grain Baking

    Specialty sweet and savory dietary options include spelt scones, flourless chocolate cakes, and gluten-free citrus cakes baked with citrus peel chunks.

  • Extended Late-Afternoon Bakery Access

    Unlike traditional morning-only bakeries, retail doors remain open until 6:00 PM for late-afternoon fresh bread and pastry purchases.

Before you head over

Practical advice for picking up German specialties, specialty loaves, and afternoon bakes.

  • Visit Friday or Saturday for 100% Rye

    Plan your visit on Friday or Saturday if you want their authentic 100% rye bread, as it is only baked and sold on those two days.

  • Stop By in the Late Afternoon

    Unlike many local bakeries that close early afternoon, doors stay open until 6:00 PM, making it easy to grab fresh bread and pastries later in the day.

  • Pre-Order Specialty Loaves and Sliders

    If you are planning for a weekend fruit loaf or catering sliders, be sure to pre-order in advance to ensure you do not miss out.

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