Sweet Treats, Ice Creams and Bakeries in Melbourne’s West
Discover the best bakeries and sweet treat spots near you with Mamma Knows West's comprehensive list of family-friendly options. We have Ice cream places, the best bakeries in the west, donuts and more! Have a browse and see what you can find nearby
Mamma has loved Ollie’s treats since he was delivering in 2020, and since then he has also been at the local markets and a Yarraville pop up. We love that he has a permanent location in Newport now!
Manoushi is Werribee's newest bakery, and Mamma gives it her stamp of approval! Mamma can guarantee that the moment you step into Manoushi, your mouth will start to water.
The Portarlington Bakehouse is the PERFECT place to grab a bite to eat after a nice long walk along Portarlington beach and a play at the park!
You know as soon as you enter Gordon St Bakery that this is an authentic, and very French, bakery. The welcoming and comforting aroma of browned butter and pastry greets you at the door - and it’s the scent that you can only get when all the products are made in house, and actually, right in front of you.
Ever wonder where to grab a cake or some treats that cater for allergies or intolerances? Well folks, Mister Nice Guys in Ascot Vale has you completely covered! It is also 100% plant based
Acai Boy in Altona is our go-to for family dessert outings! Their açaí bowls with delicious toppings, especially the Biscoff sauce, are a hit. They also offer treats like crème brûlée, crepes, brownies, and more. The dining area is simple and service is quick, but it can get busy after school.
A perfect spot for sweet treats that everyone will enjoy!
Bliss Bowls at Union Quarter is Spotswood’s newest eatery, offering delicious açai bowls, coffee, toasties, juices, milkshakes, smoothies, and treats. Customize your açai bowl or choose from favourites like ‘Cherry Ripe’ and ‘Berry Nice.’ Don’t miss the PB Protein smoothie—perfect for peanut butter lovers!
Calling all Creme Brûlée lovers - have you ever tried a Creme Brûlée donut?? Well, Mamma has at Geelong’s NEWEST bakery The Paddock and all we can say is WOW!
Creme de la Creme Patisserie in Spotswood absolutely lives up to its name - it is FANTASTIC and Mamma thinks you need to check it out!
Mamma promises that you will be in pastry heaven the minute you walk in. The shop firstly is absolutely beautiful - the decor and the delicious goodies immediately catch your eye.
Candied Bakery is officially an icon of the West and hands down one of the best bakeries in Melbourne. The home of those soft, cloud-like cinnamon buns and the best pastries, cakes, sausage rolls and breads you will EVER taste, has moved to a bigger location!
This one is for all of our Mamma’s who have a sweet tooth. Karomi Lokma is a serious dessert craze - you and your little ones have to check it out! Yes, it is THAT Cheesecake place in Werribee.
Everyone is talking about the San Sebastián cheesecakes. A Spanish burnt basque cheesecake, baked in house, and covered with a variety of toppings. Go Nutella and Strawberry. Oh my!
Situated right in the heart of Ballarat Street, just opposite Grill’d, Biancolatte is the perfect place for a pit stop after dinner.
They don’t call it Melbourne’s hottest dessert venue for nothing - the Crumble Corner is the newest hotspot to check out next time you’re in Sunbury!
We LOVE this! The cutest little cupcake pitstop is in Caroline Springs Square - Cake Creations by Katie is a cup cake VENDING machine!
Cà Rem is Vietnamese gelato! Flavours include avocado, Kopiko, lychee and mint, Yakult and melon and pink dragon fruit! How bananas! (Oh yes, there is also Vietnamese banana!) This is seriously good gelato… Mamma struggled to decide on a flavour, but the coconut and pandan went down so well.
Mamma has found yet ANOTHER new local favourite!
You can’t help but feel excited when you walk into Nan’s Bakehouse. The aroma hits you immediately - that perfect mixture of coffee and treats will instantly divert your eyes to see what’s available on the counter.
Kensington got its own bakery sensation - Double Dutch Bakery is now officially on the map and will be on Mamma’s regular rotation of yummy places to go!
We were so excited when Happy Eats Gelato announced they were opening up a second ice creamery outlet in Moonee Ponds, because they sell such seriously delicious ice cream!
Aside from a really fun word - Lukumades are irresistible Greek pastries – hot, doughnut-like balls with a crispy outer layer and a soft interior. So squishy and so delicious and now in Williamstown!
Us Westies LOVE a new bakery, especially one with brilliant sourdough, hot pies, delicious pastries and fragrant coffee like the NEW ✨ All Rise Bakery ✨ in Sunshine North!
Desserts, sandwiches and coffee - say no more! Baby J’s started its humble beginnings as a pop up in 2018 in Hoppers, then upgraded to a food van and NOW a permanent shop in the heart of Werribee under the Holiday Inn!
This is a stunning fit out, clean and pretty and the FroYo is amazing. It is made in store as well as most of the toppings including the free branded wafer. The freshly made yogurt flavours are top tier - think New York Cheesecake, Salted Caramel and of course faves like strawberry and chocolate. The topping selection is VAST and you can dabble in healthy goodness or go straight to the sweetest lollies.
Mamma loves seeing sandwiches having their day in the sun. And it seems they just keep getting better! Tuckers in Werribee opened a few months ago and boy, do they have mouthwatering options to try.
Pecks Road is where you head on your treat day! Delicious - and Mamma means DELICIOUS - artisan doughnuts are what it’s all about here. A display cabinet will showcase freshly made doughnuts with a variety of flavours, and monthly specials.
Poets of Maidstone will absolutely knock your socks off. The flavour combos of this dessert bar are incredible. Mamma and the kids have never enjoyed dessert so much!
New French bakery! Yum, yum, cinnabuns! Delicate, fluffy buns surrounding big bombs of either nutella or vanilla custard. Simply delectable. The buns are cooked in a round pan and perfect to share with a bunch of pals - ready to literally rip right into it!
Croissant? Nah, Mamma says you should try CroiXssant - a new pastry bakery with LOADS of UNIQUE croissant flavours. From eggplant parmigiana to martabak pocket (a spin off of an Indonesian pancake with ch-ch-ch-chocolate, cheddar and condensed milk - actually really yummy)!
Footscray’s now-iconic gelato joint. Delectable, decadent and velvety ice cream with wild Filipino flavours like coconut and pandan, purple yam, salted (fish sauce) caramel and toasted puffed rice and more, with specials every day too - like silken tofu soft serve. A must-try.
Krispy Kreme has opened its first Drive-thru in the west at Highpoint and mamma had to check it out!
Gigi is the master authentic gelato maker of these tasty flavours and with his wife Sue, have created something special here in the village.
It is not your average Frozen Yogurt - everything is made from scratch, made on-site 100% plant based and where possible they use organic. raw ingredients plus their ‘Froyo’ is 100% vegan.
Mamma is very happy to see the love being ‘sprinkled' to Point Cook. With 72 incredible ice cream flavours and an array of lollies you have to check out yourself - owner Zane has once again created not just a lolly shop but a sweet destination for families to visit.
Burgers, fries, shakes and donuts - Maxiemoon Canteen is a dream for the kids with all of their favourites on offer!
Maxiemoon has a great vibe - you’ll immediately love this place from the moment you walk in. Open 7 days a week for you to order breaky or lunch - Mamma promises that you won’t be disappointed whichever you choose.