The Best Focaccia in Melbourne: Top 6 Edition

More often than not, it's life's simple pleasures that we crave. Whether that be a sweet treat, a scenic walk or cosying up on the couch for a movie night, bringing it back to the basics is sometimes exactly what we need. One of our simple - but greatest - pleasures is focaccia. Big, fluffy, soft and warm, this comforting bread is perfect as an entree at a restaurant or taken home from a bakery to be enjoyed however you please. Simple but oh so delicious, there's no denying it's one of the best breads to grace this planet (and our bellies). 

While it's been a tough mission, we've rounded up the best focaccia in Melbourne that leaves us salivating every single time.

Hope St Radio

Big, fluffy, and (almost) a meal in itself, the focaccia at Hope St Radio in Collingwood is some of Melbourne's finest. Order a number of share plates amongst the group of you while you're here, and make sure this bread is at the top of your list. Served with a light, creamy whipped butter, these carbs go down a treat.

35 Johnston Street, Collingwood

Bar Rosella

For the best focaccia in Melbourne, make a beeline straight for Bar Rosella. The stuzzichini (appetizer) dish is done Puglia style, with the top crisped up to provide a crunchy contrast wto the soft, fluffy underside of the bread. Served with a drizzle of olive oil and a hint of Italian spices, you'll fall in ,love at first bite.

229 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy

Henry Sugar

We all know and love vegemite as a classic go-to on toast in the morning, especially when you're a kid. But what about at an established restaurant and wine bar? Henry Sugar is reimagining the quintessential condiment in an incredible way: by crafting an incredible focaccia to spread with smooth vegemite butter right over the top. It's the perfect hint of salty, umami flavour to tantalise your taste buds right before you get into the mains of your meal.

296-298 Rathdowne Street, Carlton North

Don's Wine Bar

Its's no secret that Don's Prahan is home to some of the best focaccia in Melbourne. Slightly salty, slightly sweet, this focaccia has sea salt flakes, rosemary, olive oil, and all the goodness you could ever want in a generous serving of bread. Pair it with a glass of vino from the impressive list they have, and bask in the vibrant yet intimate atmosphere.

202 Commercial Road, Prahran

Candied Bakery

This bakery is worth the drive to Spotswood, especially since they sell  some of the best focaccia in Melbourne. At Candied Bakery, you'll find slabs upon slabs of mouth-watering focaccia every Thursday to Saturday, from classic varieties to ones stuffed with Kalamata olives. Craving a sandwich to take with you on the go? They also sell focaccias stuffed with prosciutto, rocket and cheese.

136 Hall Street, Spotswood

Focacceria Pugliese

Focacceria Pugliese specialise in Italian street food. It is the perfect place to head to if you're looking for a quick but hearty fix during your lunch break. Here, you'll find focaccia galore, from their classic Focaccia Pugliese (focaccia with potato), as well as varieties with tomato, rosemary, and more.

You can purchase filled focaccias if you're wanting a hearty sandwich, or buy a loaf to take with you, to savour and/or promptly devour in the comfort of your own home. Buonissimo!

111 Cecil Street, South Melbourne

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