The top 10 sweet shops in Melbourne to satisfy your sweet tooth
As a sweet tooth myself, I need that dose of sugar rush every once in a while — it’s comforting, and it just makes the kid in me come alive again. For an adult like me, it feels like a reward after some rough days.
Beyond the coffee and brunch culture, sweet shops in Melbourne just know how to deliver joy in every bite. It’s pretty diverse, and every place offers something new and different.
If you’re looking to satisfy your sweet cravings, I know some places.
1. Sugar Rush by Steph
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Website: http://www.sugarrushbysteph.com.au/
Address: Unit 18/14 Burgess Rd, Bayswater North
Phone: +61402360214
Operating hours: Monday to Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Sugar Rush is your one-stop shop for custom cookies that are perfect for special events and gift-giving. The shop can do everything from glittery sugar cookies to oddly shaped ones with edible images.
You can even purchase a DIY kit if you want to design your own cookie canvas.
They are a well-branded cookie shop that specializes in bulk orders — they can bake up to 10,000 cookies a day!
These cookies are individually sealed and have a long shelf life (lasting up to eight weeks). They can also cater to some dietary restrictions, such as gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, and vegan.
Pro tip:
To maintain the freshness of the cookies, store them at room temperature in their original packaging and avoid excessive heat or direct sunlight.
2. Sugar Station
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Website: http://www.sugarstation.com.au/
Address: Railway Station, 4/4 Flinders St,
Operating hours:
- Monday to Thursday 8:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Friday 8:00 am – 11:30 pm
- Saturday 10:00 am – 11:00 pm
- Sunday 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
If you’re looking for a reliable store to purchase trending sweets like Dubai chocolate, licorice, freeze-dried candies, and more, Sugar Station is a top contender.
It’s also the place where you’ll find most of your childhood favorites and imported goodies such as German gummies and American classics.
It’s convenient at best — just grab a bag or a treat and you can enjoy it on the way home. There’s even a self-service model where you fill a pouch and pay by weight.
Inside, you’ll be surrounded by towering shelves that’ll make it feel like a trap you walked into in the first place. It’s definitely the attraction for the ultimate sweet tooth.
Pro tip:
If you’re visiting in the early evening, expect a queue. But if you want to slowly browse without the pressure from the crowd, aim for a morning visit on a weekday.
3. Kumar’s Sweets
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Website: https://kumarssweets.com.au/
Address: Derrimut Central, 3/85 Mt Derrimut Rd, Deer Park
Phone: +61383617303
Operating hours: Monday to Sunday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Kumar’s Sweets is an Indian sweets shop where you’ll find most of the classic treats like jalebi, barfi, khaja, and more.
These traditional sweets are freshly made every day using local and traditional ingredients. The use of ghee (clarified butter) is what makes their treats authentic, just like experiencing the real taste of India.
What’s more, you can also find various savory snacks here like chaats, masala chickpeas, and more.
Their offerings can be paid by the piece or by the weight.
They’re also happy to accommodate custom orders, especially for special occasions, including catering, so don’t hesitate to get in touch with them.
Pro tip:
If you’re not familiar with Indian sweets, we suggest trying their mixed sweets. It contains a little bit of everything, and you’ll get to pick your favorite.
4. The Original Lolly Store
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Website: https://theoriginallollystore.com.au/
Address: Emporium Melbourne, 287 Lonsdale St.
Phone: +61 1300 456 559
Operating hours:
- Monday to Wednesday 11:30 am – 6:00 pm
- Thursday and Saturday 11:30 am – 7:00 pm
- Friday 11:30 am – 8:00 pm
- Sunday 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
This place is known for its selection of old-fashioned Australian favorites and imported sweets. It’s exactly the kind of place that kids would drag their parents to for a quick candy run.
Once you step inside, you’ll see displays from bulk dispensers for pick-and-mix, glass cases filled with house-made treats, and racks full of imported treats — you can’t even get some of them in regular supermarkets.
Their specialty is the old-fashioned boiled lollies, which are childhood favorites of many locals.
For alternatives, they also offer sugar-free, gluten-free, and halal treats.
Pro tip:
For online orders, the store offers free delivery for residential addresses within a 30 km radius of Melbourne CBD, with a minimum order of $150.
5. Keshav’s Sweets
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Website: https://www.keshavsweets.com.au/
Address: Factory 5/399/401 Old Geelong Rd, Hoppers Crossing
Phone: +61421874151
Operating hours:
- Monday to Saturday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Sunday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Keshav Sweets is another popular Indian sweet shop in Melbourne known for its colorful, festive, and high-quality offerings, including sweets, snacks, and fresh milk.
For their sweets, everything is handcrafted and made fresh daily using locally-sourced ingredients.
With a broader range of sweet treats, their menu includes almost every Indian delicacy from pedas to burfis and various laddoos. Each treat has the right amount of sugar and richness that’s not overwhelming to the palate.
To complement the sweets, you can pair them with their savory snacks and flavored dairy drinks like the famous mango lassi.
Pro tip:
Ask what’s freshly made that day. For example, jalebi is best enjoyed when still crispy and syrup-warm. The rasgulla and milk cake are also ideal when just out of the tray.
6. Sweet Inspirations
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Website: http://sweetinspirations.net.au/
Address: 376 Barry Rd, Campbellfield
Phone: +61393093323
Operating hours: Monday to Sunday 9:00 am – 11:00 pm
This is a Lebanese patisserie that specializes in Middle Eastern-inspired sweets — we’re talking about baklavas, maamouls, basmas, and more.
When you try their items here, you’ll get it when we say that it’s not just the sweetness that makes their treats special, but rather, the layers of textures and flavors that burst in your mouth with every bite.
It’s either rich, nutty, floral, or everything in between.
You can take away these delights to enjoy at home, or you can stay longer by dining in and pairing them with a cup of coffee that goes well with the richness of the sweets.
Overall, Sweet Inspirations is a reliable spot for unique gifting or just a simple day of indulgence.
Pro tip:
For syrup-heavy sweets, we recommend balancing them with black coffee or cool drinks like mint tea and sparkling water to cut through the rich textures.
7. Sweet Canteen
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Social media: https://m.facebook.com/thesweetcanteen/
Address: The Strand Melbourne, shop 3/8 Little Bourke St.
Operating hours: Monday to Sunday 12:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Sweet Canteen is a place that consistently receives praise for its creative and delicious dessert lineup. Their pastries, especially the macarons and anything with custard fillings, are always the talk of the town.
They also serve cake items that can be purchased with custom designs.
One thing about Sweet Canteen is that you’ll never see them lacking when it comes to being creative. All their offerings are handcrafted and neatly presented with beautiful designs.
Even their cake slices are perfectly cut with clean lines — no stray fillings or icing in sight!
Their desserts are best paired with their specialty drinks, like the soy cappuccino or tea, to accompany the rich sweetness of the desserts.
Pro tip:
Their bestseller, the egg tarts, are always sold out early. The shop recommends that you pre-order at least one day ahead to reserve your slot.
8. Koko Black Chocolate
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Website: http://www.kokoblack.com/
Address: Royal Arcade, Royal Arcade 4, 335 Bourke St.
Phone: +61399969438
Operating hours:
- Monday to Thursday 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
- Friday and Sunday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Saturday 8:30 am – 7:00 pm
If you’re looking for a place to get premium and 100% Australian-made chocolates, Koko Black Chocolate is the place to go. Their chocolates are crafted in Melbourne with a wide variety, including pralines, truffles, blocks, and hot chocolate blends.
They are the ideal choice if you’re looking for the perfect souvenirs to give away for special celebrations like corporate events and small get-togethers.
At Koko Black Chocolate, you can be sure that you get the finest and naturally sourced ingredients in your chocolates, free from additives, artificial colorings, and preservatives.
Aside from the express outlet, they also have their Koko Chocolate Lounge where you can browse and enjoy their signature recipes — from drinks to sweet bites and cakes.
Pro tip:
For storage, we recommend storing the chocolates you purchased in a cool environment, ideally between 18°C to 22°C, but not in the fridge.
9. Tarts Anon
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Website: https://www.tartsanon.com.au/
Address: The Walt Disney Company Pty Ltd, 10/658 Church St, Richmond
Operating hours:
- Monday to Friday 8:00 am – 2:30 pm
- Saturday and Sunday 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
If you’re looking for high-quality and specialty tarts, Tarts Anon is a place where tarts are created with locally sourced seasonal ingredients, offering both sweet and savory options.
You won’t get tired of their tarts easily, as the flavors rotate seasonally. Every month, they offer at least four limited-release specials, and this just makes loyal customers keep coming back to avoid missing out.
As a side hustle that started during the pandemic lockdown, Tarts Anon quickly gained popularity, and they eventually opened a flagship store in 2021 with a team of dedicated chefs and baristas.
Pro tip:
If you want to try a variety of flavors, you can purchase the ‘briefcase’ — it’s a 5-slice pack that includes the flavors of your choice.
10. Haigh’s Chocolates
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Website: https://www.haighschocolates.com.au/
Address: The Block Arcade, The Block Arcade 7-8, 282 Collins St.
Phone: +61 1300 424 447
Operating hours:
- Monday to Saturday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Sunday 9:30 am – 6:00 pm
If we talk about pioneers in chocolate, Haigh’s Chocolate is probably at the top among Melbourne chocolatiers. They’ve been making chocolates since 1915, making them the oldest chocolate manufacturer in Australia.
What makes Haigh’s products reliable is that they control the entire chocolate-making process, from sourcing and roasting cocoa beans to creating their special blends.
Haigh’s offers a wide range of chocolate collections, including truffles, dark chocolates, and even chocolate frogs! You’ll find almost everything here, from sample sizes to their gift range.
Pro tip:
If you’re not sure which one to get, ask for the ‘Haigh’s Favorite’ collection. You’ll find all their bestsellers there.