Best Bakeries in Cairns (2026)
Looking for the best bakeries in Cairns? We've rounded up 36 of the city's standout spots — from neighbourhood favourites to buzzy new openings. Every venue is ranked by our Spot Score, which weighs reputation, popularity and freshness, so you can book with confidence. Filter by suburb, price or what's open now to find your next go-to.
From flaky croissants and sourdough to the great Australian pie and sausage roll, Cairns's bakeries are at their best early — the good stuff sells out. These are the ones worth setting an alarm for.
36 spots
Loveleighs Cakery
Loveleighs Cakery is a bakery in Yorkeys Knob, Cairns. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 45 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 55/100.
Annabel's Bakery
$Annabel's Bakery is a bakery in Cairns City, Cairns. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 285 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 54/100.
The Hungry Hummingbird Cake Shop - Cairns
The Hungry Hummingbird Cake Shop - Cairns is a bakery in Cairns City, Cairns. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 132 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 54/100.
Brown & Co Bakery
Brown & Co Bakery is a bakery in Cairns City, Cairns. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 33 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 53/100.
Blossom Bakery
$$Blossom Bakery is a bakery in Palm Cove, Cairns. It holds a 4.0-star Google rating from 103 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 52/100.
Yorkey’s Bakery
Yorkey’s Bakery is a bakery in Yorkeys Knob, Cairns. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 65 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 52/100.
Bluto’s Banana Bread
Bluto’s Banana Bread is a bakery in Cairns City, Cairns. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 20 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 51/100.
Baked @ Trinity
Baked @ Trinity is a bakery in Palm Cove, Cairns. It holds a 4.1-star Google rating from 51 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 51/100.
VG Bakery - Vietnamese Bakery in Cairns
VG Bakery - Vietnamese Bakery in Cairns is a bakery in Cairns City, Cairns. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 49 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 51/100.
Frenchie's Patisserie
Frenchie's Patisserie is a bakery in Cairns City, Cairns. It holds a 3.8-star Google rating from 72 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 49/100.
Passion for Cakes
Passion for Cakes is a bakery in Palm Cove, Cairns. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 13 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 49/100.
Cake Smash Cairns
Cake Smash Cairns is a bakery in Palm Cove, Cairns. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 10 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 48/100.
Joey's Bakery
Joey's Bakery is a bakery in Cairns North, Cairns. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 27 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 48/100.
Cairns Breadworks
Cairns Breadworks is a bakery in Port Douglas, Cairns. It holds a 4.0-star Google rating from 22 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 48/100.
Mossman Pies
Mossman Pies is a bakery in Port Douglas, Cairns. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 100 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 48/100.
Cinnabon Cairns Central
Cinnabon Cairns Central is a bakery in Cairns City, Cairns. It holds a 3.7-star Google rating from 58 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 47/100.
Annabel’s Takeaway Pie Shop
Annabel’s Takeaway Pie Shop is a bakery in Kuranda, Cairns. It holds a 3.9-star Google rating from 94 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 45/100.
Cakes by Emily
Cakes by Emily is a bakery in Port Douglas, Cairns. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 7 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 42/100.
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Read guide →Bakeries in Cairns — FAQs
What are the best bakeries in Cairns?+
Our top-rated bakeries in Cairns are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Cairns bakeries ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter bakeries by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many bakeries are listed in Cairns?+
We currently feature 36 bakeries across Cairns and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.