Australian Bakery Cafe

"A Marietta staple since 2001, this cozy counter-service cafe is a go-to for Anglophiles and Aussies alike. Fan favorites include the classic steak-and-kidney pie with a poppy seed-topped flaky pastry, a boldly spiced lamb curry made with peas and carrots in a cinnamon-forward South African curry blend topped with a flaky pastry, and the Ned Kelly, a mildly spiced Aussie classic named after a legendary bushranger and outlaw, with ground top sirloin and a boiled egg tucked beneath its cheese-topped lid. Don’t skip the pavlova, or forget to stock up on frozen multipacks for later." - Nandita Godbole

"In a city where "y'all" is used more than "you guys," The Australian Bakery Cafe is welcoming "mates" near and far to try their Australian cuisine. Italian, Asian and Mexican food are all quite common to find in any area, but it's very rare that you'll find Australian food in your neighborhood. In 1991, The Australian Bakery Cafe opened their doors on the Marietta Square, offering a large selection of dinky-di authentic Aussie food in the USA. If you only have a chance to try one thing, be sure to try one of their authentic Australian meat pies. Each pie is made from scratch and loaded with fresh meats, cheeses and veggies, all in a flaky pie crust and baked to perfection. The worst part about ordering a meat pie is picking which one you want; these guys are serving over 25 different pies, rolls and pasties! Not a fan of meat-filled pastries? This place will satisfy even the biggest sweet tooth. Treat yourself by trying some of Sydney's favorite desserts including lamingtons, which are sponge cakes dipped in chocolate and covered in coconut, and ANZACs, a coconut cookie that became popular during WWI. The Australian Bakery Cafe is well aware of its authenticity, which is why they not only sell most of their products online (which can be delivered anywhere in the USA), but they also carry groceries from Downunder. You can purchase Australian candy, spreads and drinks from this cafe to take home. Australia, we thank you for letting The Australian Bakery Cafe come live on the Marietta Square. As long as they keep baking their Australian delicacies, we're never letting them leave!" - Green Mellen Media

"This is one of those hidden gems that even residents of Marietta are still discovering. Opened in 2001 by Australian natives Mark Allen and Neville Steel, this bakery and counter-service spot is where to head for real-deal Australian sausage rolls and meats pies like steak and kidney and curry lamb. Australian Bakery Cafe also serves breakfast and lunch, including quiche-style breakfast pies, a meat pie and soup or salad combo, and fish and chips. If available, make sure to order some pavlova for dessert, and maybe do a little grocery shopping in the market. Seating is available inside and outside in front of the bakery." - Beth McKibben

"Aussie Fare in Suburban Atlanta I've lived in Marietta for most of my life and spent many days wandering past the Australian Bakery Cafe before going in. I assumed that they served all sorts of weird delicacies, like kangaroo. But before moving to Australia for a year, I went in and had one of their signature meat pies. It was as good if not better than the ones I had down under and the staff is mostly Australian expats. They also have less adventurous dishes, like sandwiches, as well as a full range of desserts. The store sells everything an Aussie expat living in Atlanta might need, namely Vegemite and their favorite Cadbury chocolates. Australian Bakery Cafe hosts bluegrass concerts on the weekends and brings in a big lunch crowd of people working in the courthouse and around Marietta."