Reviews of The BAKER. (Bakery) in Tīrau (Waikato).

The BAKER

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Bakery

Bakery

35 Main Road, Tīrau 3410, New Zealand

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Information of The BAKER, Bakery in Tīrau (Waikato)

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Reviews of The BAKER

C.

The best pie shop in town 😋. Also the pastries are great. No dine in option, so take away to the nearby benches along the street. Awesome bakery!

C. M.

I decided to stop somewhere new in Tirau fresh from my favourite pie in the country in Pahiatua (Finest Batch Bakery). I must say I was blown away. The mince and cheese pie had such a nice flavour, texture and crispy pastry. The coffee and almond croissant were great too. Friendly staff with a kind message written on the coffee

L.

First time visiting today. Love their inclusivity during these divisive times. Even better, the food was delicious! Roast chicken roll and vegan custard slice. Will definitely be back.

L. B.

This place is a must to visit if you are ever passing through Tirau! Delicious filled rolls and the best apple and custard danish I have EVER had! ❤️

M. B.

Tim bacon and egg slice, good coffee, friendly staff.

D. G. (.

Really good pies! Very friendly staff and great coffee, great for a quick stop on the way through. Chiasso coffee beans

M. D. (.

Highly recommend for thee most deliciously divine bakery food & heartfelt friendly service, divine atmosphere, this place is a must stop in Tirau.

S. T.

This place was stupendous! A local pointed us to this shop. Come early or all the good bakeries will sell out. Excellent coffee, pies, friand, bread, etc. A real surprise and one of the best bakery I’ve been to in all of Australia and NZ. For example, the friand was buttery smooth but also had a special touch in top that just made it AMAZING. The rest of the goods were similar. Coffee was also top notch.

I. S.

Wonderful staff. Excellent food. Loads of dairy free and vegan options. Will absolutely be back. Thank you for such amazing food!

N. W.

The best Potatoe Top pie I've eaten, there was heaps of flavour packed into that pie. So then I treated us to share the Custard Square... just as yummy. We left with a loaf of Sour Dough bread of which I know will be fantastic Awesome thank you and see you next time.

E.

Best food in Tirau! I go here whenever I’m passing through. I’m a vegetarian and they easily cater to us an vegans, just gotta get in early for vegan pies (highly recommend). I’ll stay a regular as the staff is super friendly and everything from food to coffee is perfect. You can’t get better tbh.

A. B.

So friendly, great coffee and delicious pies. The perfect place to stop for a break in Tirau. You'll love the messages on your takeaway coffees :)

J. B.

This little spot is worth a stop. Not everyone can do a coconut milk coffee well but these guys have nailed it. The bakery treats looked and tasted amazing too - pies, Danish, slices, eclairs, an lovely people. We will be back!

N. T. G.

What a gem! Friendly staff and a great selection of baked goods. I tried the vegan cheeseburger pie - and it tasted and smelled exactly like a cheeseburger. Will definitely be stopping by again.

S. V.

Drove 158kms from Auckland just to try their pies. They closed at 2pm, I got there 2.05pm lol 😆. I walked too there back door and asked if I could buy some pies. They were super cool about me asking and sold me 3 pies and a coffee. Pies was yummy just didn't expecting a hint of curry flavor in the steak & cheese and mince & cheese. Their Bacon & Egg with mince was interesting but not my thing. From an Artisan baker of 20years you guys did a nice job on pies and coffee 👍

J. H.

Coffees are amazing and the people are so friendly. love the food, Always fresh ! Have yummy pies too. Definitely worth going too.

M.

Great home cooked food. Great coffee!

M.

Amazing food ,Shame it's getting so popular ,it's making my smoko breaks even longer 😋

D. C.

My hubby and I loved your food... 10 out of 10 Delicious food sausage rolls ❤ Friendly staff Big smiles An absolute pleasure So pleased we called in and found this little gem We will be back

C. C.

How nice is this place? Great selection of homemade goods. Friendly, clean and delicious. We were just passing through and will be stopping again. Thank you 😊

P. B.

Probably the best coffee in Tirau but that's an impossible choice to make as Tirau is low key a coffee lovers treasure hunt dream with several great coffee locations amongst the many cafes. They do have the best pies here though, made in the shop and you can buy in bulk. Vegan food options are available.

S. W.

Fantastic pies (and many other things too I'm sure!)

K. “. P.

Best GF Friand I’ve ever had, thank you 🙏. Coffee is great too (with a lovely message on the lid) and served by a lovely young woman. Thank you The Baker of Tirau NZ.

C.

Really friendly staff and amazing custard squares!

S. P.

Friendly staff and great coffee. I didn't eat there but the food looked incredible. Well worth to plan a stop there if you happen to be driving through. Price point was higher than your standard highway bakery, but the quality of food looked worth it.

R. w.

Absolutely delicious treats and amazing pies. With fantastic coffee to match. A must try every time we pass through tirau.

N. D.

Fantastic coffee and the food is to die for with plenty on vegetarian options. The staff are super friendly and whole thing makes for an awesome experience. Our go to for food and coffee on road trips away.

C. C.

Bacon egg n mince pie amazing!! Pastry is soooo good. 👍👍

D.

The food , both sweet and savory, is delicious and fresh. The people working there are very friendly and focused on delivering top class food in a timely manner. There is a wide range of food available and also beverages. Oh yeah I almost forgot , hesps of the food is gloriously vegan , hooray.

A. T.

Had a great "mince, bacon & egg pie"....sounded a bit odd but it was the bees knees. Would recommend their food to those who like good food, it's not just a bakery.

M.

Nice select range of cafe goods, including cold brew.

S. C.

Really great vegan pies and sweets. Highly recommend

Z. K.

Cool little spot with good food and great coffee. Right next door (south side) to the Clatex service station. The only down-side is there are not many places to sit - four bar stools and a table with four seats outside on the footpath.

K. G.

Stopped for a quick coffee but could not resist the amazing range of food. Had the best Almond croissants ever!!!! Highly highly recommended 😀

K. O.

Delicious almond croissant

J. C.

So delicious! its hard to find vegan food, let alone great vegan food on the road, but this place has some great vegan treats. the custard squares (not vegan) are next level. the staff are also super friendly.

A. J. G.

Great coffee and food, recommended for a brief stop as you pass through. Always busy but that sign good sign !

B. H.

Stopped at The Baker for a snack on our way from Auckland to Napier. Great coffee and the best savory scone I have ever tasted. Had to stop on our way back home - this time enjoyed one of The Baker's great steak & cheese pies. Thx Team!

L. A.

awesome staff. awesome food. great service. mandatory stop when heading any where near. vegan options through the roof.

M. F.

Lovely bakery on the way down from Auckland. After a night in a campervan, you guys made my day with a really nice coffee and a blueberry muffin that was fluffy and sweet as! The luttle pleasures in life are the best ahahah! The tomato pesto mozza baguette was perfect too! Thanks again and we’ll be back ;)

C. C.

Friendly and helpful staff. Many delicious vegetarian and vegan options. They also sell local handmade gift wares. They don't have cups and plates, just disposable items (but BYO reusable cup/container seems fine).

M. M.

Love this little coffee shop. They have a good selection of vegan and vegetarian cabinet food. They'll often have vegan pies as well. Worth a stop if you're driving past.

C. B.

Honestly the best pies and coffee ever, I'm amazed!!! Friendly and wonderful owners working there! Definitely stopping there again! Edit: Have stopped by recently again, am going to make this a routine place to stop by when I'm on my trips. Everything still perfect!

M. G.

Amazing on all levels its a must do coffee and bakery stop in NZ traveling north or south. Scratch made, great coffee amazing service

J. C.

I'm not one to give five stars. Great coffee. Fantastic steak and cheese pie. The best chocolate eclare. Friendly service with the subtle messages of kindness written on to of the coffee cups.

A. G.

Stopped here by chance on the way down to Rotarua. Super impressed by the amazing and friendly service. Only stopped for coffee, but walked out with the most delicious cupcake, a pie that impressed my pie loving husband and a great coffee. Needless to say we stopped again on our return trip.

D. P.

Can't judge the coffee cos that ain't my thing. But the mushroom pastry and the custard Square bloomin delicious. And reasonable prices too.

E.

Thee best custard square, must try

M. Z.

This gem of a bakery is taste of Europe right in the middle of Waikato..the coffee is superb, the pastries and pies sandwiches are devine..make a trip just to get a taste of the old school baking..

M. R.

How can you drive past without going here? Best pies I've had. Ever. Amazing coffee. Lovely staff. 10/10

G. G.

GREAT coffee! Very strong caramel flavour. You have to be strong though, the bakery is full of delicious looking breads, croissants, cakes, savouries and lots more! Worth stopping for.

R. R.

Great coffe place. Would have liked a bit more ketchup. Loved the notes of the cups!

M. M.

Beautiful freshly baked bread rolls with a selection of fillings. Also pastries and friands. We had a bacon and egg roll and a chicken roll. Best food stop choice we could have made in the area :D staff were very helpful and friendly. Will be back to the Baker for food anytime we are passing through!

h.

OMG stopped foe somerhing quick to eat. Vegetaran options were sold. So ordered a Potato top pie. First time ive eaten a pie in 6 months.... that was amazing. great coffee and excellent service. Will return.

A. H.

I consider myself a pie connoisseur and the pepper steak and cheese pie I had was absolutely amazing. Without doubt the finest pie in New Zealand. A must stop destination if passing through.

B.

The staff here was great and very friendly. We picked up sandwiches for a picnic and they didn't disappoint. We hate we didn't try more of their delights. We would definitely stop again should we visit this area again.

D.

Great service and a great selection of food and coffee. The coffee lids have hand written quotes for the day, a nice touch. A visit here is worth it.

J. H.

Omg! Amazing bakery! Fresh food every day. The pain au chocolat is my favourite!! Homemade pies are great too. Only downfall is they are so good they run out of stuff so get in early!! Nothing has disappointed me yet!

G.

Simply amazing flat white. Pain Au Chocolate and pies are delicious. Service is fantastic. If you're in Tirau, do yourself a favour and stop at The Baker.

J. C.

Quick stop in before heading to Wellington, a lady with tattoos was full of positivity and smiles. Coffee and sandwich matched the service.

M. T.

I have been following The Baker on Instagram all the way from Queenstown, finally came up north and tried them. They were amazing! Fantastic prices, delicious food, and also super helpful with allergies. Can’t wait to come back!

G.

Excellent food, great variety, great coffe to go .

L.

Food is fresh and delicious, coffee is the best highly recommend to stop here

J. P.

All the food looked tasty. Not cheap - Auckland prices I thought. However I bought a steak and kidney pie for lunch and it was absolutely delicious. I will be back!

B. S.

Just happened to stop for breakfast on the way to Taupo from Hamilton. The best savory scone I've ever had... Followed by the best savory muffin in existence. Best accidental find in NZ ...

Z. V.

The best cheesy twist we have ever had! So crisp, savoury and fresh. Very friendly service too. We will be coming again the next time we are in Tirau!

c. L.

Amazing place lovely staff awesome food all homemade totally recommend

K. S.

Delicious,we had a freshly made chicken,avo&salad roll and steak&mushroom pie.Friendly service always.

S.

Excellent coffee, tasty Bacon Baby, great service as per usual

M. B.

I pass every few months and always plan to call in. I was past again today and was impressed yet again. You guys do a great coffee and really A1 cafe food. Cheers

B. B.

Simply AWESOME ... friendly smiling staff... good vibes

T. K.

If you haven't had a meat pie from here you are definitely missing out. Tirau is such a great stop

J. s.

Small but perfect place. Great service and fabulous fresh goodies - hard to leave without buying more than what you intended to buy!!

A. G.

Called in while passing through Tirau. Excellent filled rolls, and good coffee to take away. Quick and friendly service.

k. R.

MY BEST AND FAVORITE place to stop in when im traveling to Taupo.coffee.food.and staff are AMAZING.

r.

Excellent food and coffee and the staff are great

H. M.

What a find, food is delicious, I haven't had an almond croissant since I was in the UK, So good and coffee is excellent. Definitely worth stopping.

W. A. E.

Really lovely experience at this cafe! The staff were really genuine and friendly. Cold Brew was awesome as well!

A. P.

Great little coffee shop. I love popping in on my way through town. The little notes on the coffee lids are a cute touch!

C. v. Z.

Amazing coffee and friendly service!

S. E.

Amazing Bacon, Egg, Mince & Cheese Pie Loved every moment of it Best pies I've tasted 👍

T. M.

Quick, friendly service. Damn.tastymince cheese pie, loved the chocolate eclair and the mocchacino was primo.

J. W.

Cute bakery worth a visit. The peppered steak & cheese was super good!

H. G.

Coffee is amazing! Probably one of the nicest coffees I've had in a while👍 great team of staff too!

E. M.

Amazing stop for a coffee and pastry!!

J. D.

Great coffee, food was really fresh & yum, we'll definitely be back.

H. B.

Amazing Cusine, Amazing Atmosphere, Amazing Tirau Baker #AmazingCrew

A. W.

One of those niche cafes everyone is desperate to find. Amazing food coffee and service complete with a lovely message on top :] one you shouldn't miss .

B.

The vegan pie was the bomb, couldn't even tell it was meat free. Stop here when driving through Tirau on your way somewhere!

d. b.

Fantastic pies good quality meat served nice and hot always stop in.

J. D.

Bakers food is always great. Staff are lovely. Great vegan options

C.

Great atmosphere, great staff, great coffee & astounding home made pies!!!!

m.

Lovely coffee and great service nice arrangement in the cabinet of delicious healthy looking food great atmosphere 👍

R.

Always busy - for a reason. Great coffee, great product

S. S.

I had an amazing coffee and danish here wow. 5 star, they just need a bigger shop now lol

C.

everytime i pass through tirau 🌞

s.

Looking for Fresh n healthy breakfast.. You guys at the right place, and plz don't forget your coffee..

J.

Friendly staff. Great homemade Kiwi Mince & Cheese Pies and I’m fussy when it comes to pies!! Yum!!

S. O.

Best coffee I’ve ever had. The treats are delish too. What a spot!

H. W.

Wow, food, staff and more importantly the coffee. Top notch!!

G. C.

Amazing place. The Food The Service was beyond my imagination and exceeded my expectations. Will be back :-)

C. S.

Best pie I have ever eaten!! Seriously!

R.

Hands down best coffee and treats in Tirau! Made a point of stopping in there for a break there and back from Napier!!!

W.

Absolutely a must stop in tirau the service is amazing, food is award winning greatness and best coffee in New Zealand!

P. O.

Best mince & cheese pie!! And lovely staff too :-)

F. W.

We stopped by on the route to Taupo... perfect coffee, amazing friendly staff and sweet little things, delicious :) :)

G.

Wow...very busy place and the awesome tucker testifies why...a must stop ...fast efficient staff...👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

C. B.

This place was amazing. The girls in there couldn't be more helpful or lovely. They were so obliging. ❤️❤️

B.

Consistently excellent coffee. Great service, and fantastic food

M. V.

This must be very close to the Best Bakery on the North Island if not NZ.

C. B.

Very delicious homemade fare, will be back when passing through, Highly recomended, made to a very high standard, made with love!

J.

Great tasting pies and sausage rolls. The range is not vast but quality food.

D. H.

Friendly place, good portion sizes and reasonably priced. Excellent place to stop on your roadie!

B. H.

Yummy food and great coffee great staff

J.

Good pies and coffee. Nice place for a break, if travelling down from Akl to Wlg.

R. F.

Great food stop..worth it..quality pies pastries..

T.

Best blueberry and apple muffin I have ever had!

S.

A must stop place while traveling

B. L.

My absolute favourite pitstop.

A. E.

Great coffee and pastries in the heart of Tirau.

P.

This is where you stop for road food! 😁

A. M.

Very good service, would definitely recommend it!

D.

Amazing pies however let down by the coffee which was lacking strength.

J.

nice food clean &, friendly help what was good to

J.

Pies are delicious..nice place 👌😋

D. d. J.

Great pastries, good coffee and lovely people!!!

M. J. K.

Great lamb, pea & mint pie. Good coffee!

N.

Best coffee stop passing through Tirau

S. G.

Great food. Nice friendly staff.

B. C.

Great baked goodies. Friendly service.

P.

The best around so stop in for amazing food.

W.

Love their food and service 😍

S. M.

Just a coffee and a bite to eat and was yummy.

K. B.

Nice coffee and amazing custard squares

B.

Great food. Friendly staff

A.

Best coffee ive had for a long time

G.

Great stop for pies..

S. M.

Great food and coffee as always

L. M.

Excellent food service great

b. s.

Awesome place to get my soy coffee 👍👍

L.

Busy if yr in a hurry but always good.

C.

Great coffee and food.

G.

Nice staff good pies

R.

Potentially the best pie ive had

T.

Yum

C.

Excellent food / coffee and service.

A. C.

Excellent Food & Service.

R.

Great food & coffee

S.

Lovely food here

V.

Best coffee ever!

j.

The best pies around

C.

Best shop in nz

B.

Very yummy

k.

Best pie ever.

D.

Actual mcnactual good vibes ✌

b.

Great food and coffee

D.

Great staff and food

C.

Awesome

D.

Food pies donuts etc

B.

Great people great food

n.

Delicious pie!

A.

So good!!!

C.

Amazing food!

M.

Exceptional.

D. M.

Great food, presentation and staff

A.

(Translated) Wow! Discovered by chance while refueling ... Best pie so far! Mince / Bacon / Egg can only be recommended! Want another ... (Original) Wow! Zufällig beim tanken entdeckt... Bester Pie bisher! Mince/Bacon/Egg nur zu empfehlen! Will noch einen...

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(Translated) Delicious dessert, a good place to rest on the road (Original) 好吃的甜點，路途中休息的好地方

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