Excellent food and they also grind their decaf on the spot so you're guaranteed real, fresh coffee…read more Their pastries are to die for, absolutely irresistible. Cheers!

Can I give them more stars? Friendly counter staff, good coffee, but hey, it's a bakery and that…read moreis what you come here for. The range of meat pies is simply awesome, the pastries likewise, as are the king size meringues. Never been disappointed in 20 or so visits over the years. My parents live in Castlemaine, and they and my family from California always find something delicious.

My husband & I were walking along Piper St, Kyneton this morning just before noon looking for…read moresomewhere to grab a coffee & a bite to eat. I'd heard that there were plenty of restaurants to choose from along Piper St & there were, but a bakery, the Little Swallow Cafe & one other eatery were the only places open on a Monday morning. So we found ourselves at the Little Swallow Cafe. It's a lovely little cafe, with a good breakfast / brunch menu. Not so many options that you feel overwhelmed by the menu but still plenty to choose from. Both of us were very happy with how our eggs were done, & we shared a sourdough toasty, yummy all round. I enjoyed my coffee & although my husband grumbled about the "girly" cup his tea was served in, I thought the mixed cup & saucer (local op shop finds I guess) served on a pretty little tray were a nice touch! Overall a recommend cafe for breakfast or a coffee to go.

On a recent motorbike trip to and through Kyneton I grabbed the Yelp app and let it guide me to a…read moremuch needed coffee and feed to escape a chilly day on the bike. Quaint cute little cafe tucked away just enough off the busy main street to offer a relaxed and comfortable cafe opportunity outside the city. Food and coffee were both wonderful, and anyone in the area or passing through would be well advised to stop by. I'm really glad I did.

Only place to go on Piper Street. Great food, good coffee and pie to die for. Only place on Piper…read morethat has not driven up the price just because they are on Piper street! Their home made breads are great and the freshly made to order salad rolls give you that home made feel. Run by a husband and wife always willing to have a chat and make sure you are happy with what you have ordered. Highly recommended

A small and unassuming bakery just off the main street. Theres nothing particularly inviting about…read morethis place but we were just after a couple of pies to go. I chose a chunky steak pie and whilst there was nothing overwhelmingly delicious about it I found the big chunks of steak so tender and 'melt in your mouth' and I did not encounter one piece of chewy fat or gristle which tends to then me off instantly. Not bad for an on the run bite.

This is a small pie shop in the main street. It does not look much from the outside. I tried their…read morecheese and bacon pie which is a favourite of mine. I must say that it was the very best cheese and bacon pie I have ever had! Under the top crust was a layer of real bacon, the eye part and on this was a quality tasty cheese. It is the sort of cheese and bacon pie I would make at home if I was any good at cooking. The price was also very reasonable. Next time I am passing through Castlemaine, I am sure to stop and have another.

Their postcard holds the tag line "Home of Castlemaine's famous vanilla slice." and while I'm not…read moreone to question origins, you'd be a fool not to grab yourself one. On the main road into Castlemaine from Melbourne, there is often a few seated inside, a couple at the window about to start their day or a young family hearing about threats spice. Locals pop in at all hours of the day - they're open 7days a week not including public holidays - so a pastime while here could include listening in on conversations while enjoying a coffee. All the pastries look like winners, and if you're after something heavier their savouries smell delicious. A good stop for a coffee or a quick bite, and Castlemaine centre is just around the corner

Hyperbole aside, the vanilla slice may actually *be* famous, if not worldwide, then definitely…read morelocally. The vanilla slice (and the shop around it) appeared on a friend's list of "places to go to in Castlemaine". Our experiences with the baked goods were a little hit-and-miss. The pies weren't as good as we'd hoped, but the desserts -- yes, including the vanilla slice -- were great. I would certainly recommend checking it out and seeing for yourself.

I love Grist pies! However, the staff may need a refresher course in safe food handling. I went…read morethere twice in the last 2 weeks. On the first visit, I ate in. The crockery and cutlery were dirty. Someone else's pie was on the plate, knife, and fork I was given. On the second visit, I decided to take-away. The girl behind the counter handled cash with her bare hands while serving the customer before me. When I ordered a cold pie to take home, she took it from the fridge with those same hands and then proceeded to cough into them. I threw the pie away when I got home as I wasn't keen on catching whatever she had. Disappointing.

Amazing pies you have to try the cheese and bacon we drive 30 mins to get here so worth itread more

If you want the world's best pies you are at right place. Love them all can't decide which is my…read morefavourite

I love a good country bakery and this one did not disappoint. The sausage rolls were amazing.read more