Restaurant
The Grumpy Baker
14/124 Marine Parade, Maroubra NSW 2030, Australia
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14/124 Marine Parade, Maroubra NSW 2030, Australia
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Set right across from Maroubra Beach, this coastal bakery nails the post-surf recharge with chunky savory pies and crusty artisan loaves. Morning beachgoers swear by the chunky beef and rich mushroom pies, paired with hot flat whites and outdoor tables overlooking the sea. The display counter turns out golden sausage rolls and Eastern European potato bourekas alongside olive and garlic sourdough straight from the oven.
- Beachside Setting: Outdoor tables overlook the water, offering a breezy takeaway spot right across from the coast.
- Hearty Savory Pies: Savory options range from chunky beef and goulash to creamy mushroom pies and golden sausage rolls.
- Artisan Sourdoughs: Loaves baked daily include crusty olive and garlic sourdough alongside traditional Russian rye.
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Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Visit The Grumpy Baker
Artisan sourdoughs, hearty chunky pies, and prime seaside seating right on Maroubra Beach
Chunky Beef Pies and Savory Pastries
Hearty, stew-like beef pies with tender chunks of meat and flaky pastry offer a satisfying beachside meal.
They actually give you chunks of beef. The flavour was great.
Charlette Bree Crisp and Filling Sausage Rolls
Classic hot sausage rolls deliver a crispy golden crust and filling seasoned centers ideal for a quick breakfast.
It was tasty, had a pastry crust to die for and most importantly, filling!
Abe Khamis Artisan Olive and Garlic Loaves
Specialty olive and garlic sourdough baked with a crisp crust and soft crumb provides distinctive loaves for the home pantry.
Their olive and garlic bread is also a must-try, crisp on the outside and soft inside.
Ale Lasas Specialty Dark Russian Rye Loaves
Distinctive Eastern European-inspired breads including dark Russian rye cater to shoppers seeking robust specialty loaves.
They also have the best dark rye bread!
Maren Beachside Outdoor Vantage Points
Outdoor sidewalk tables positioned directly across from Maroubra Beach allow patrons to recharge while admiring the coastline.
The outdoor seating overlooks the beach.
Nip C Oceanfront Dining on the Go
Convenient takeaway packaging lets visitors bring warm pastries and coffee right over to the sand and coastal paths.
If you can't find a seat just get takeaway and eat it by the Ocean.
Tim
Most popular items
Signature savory pies, rolls, and artisan specialty loaves
Chunky Beef Pie
I had a chunk beef pie and its meat was soft and smelled good.
Areum dabda Sausage Rolls
The sausage rolls were delicious!
Nip C Mushroom Pie
the real standout for me is the mushroom pie, absolutely amazing!
Ale Lasas Olive and Garlic Bread
Their olive and garlic bread is also a must-try, crisp on the outside and soft inside.
Ale Lasas
Other favorites
Sweet pastries, specialty baked treats, and cakes
Croissant
this is my favorite place to get a croissant
julie .khamny Lemon & Poppy Seed Cake
lovely lemon & poppy seed cake
Aidan Wright Boureka
the Boureka is like a croissant stuffed with ricotta or potato
Tom Butler Raspberry Danish
favourites have been the raspberry danish
Toni Jordan Feros
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there indoor seating available?
Seating is outdoors with views across to Maroubra Beach. There is no indoor seating, but customers also take their food and coffee across the road to the beachfront park.
Which pies and savory pastries are most popular?
Popular pies include the chunky beef, beef goulash, and creamy mushroom pies, alongside beef sausage rolls and Eastern European pastries like bourekas.
Should you expect a queue?
Short lines frequently form outside the shop, but service is quick and the queue generally moves within a few minutes.
What is the parking situation like nearby?
There is plenty of free street parking within a short walking distance, though finding a space can be challenging on sunny weekends.
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