Black Star Pastry: The Best Pastry Cafe in Melbourne, Australia
Black Star Pastry is a little bakery and coffee shop known for its delicious cakes, especially strawberry watermelon cake. This place had long intrigued me since the moment I first stumbled upon it while perusing Instagram’s Explore section, prompting me to bookmark it on my Google Maps.
Black Star Pastry was established in 2018 in Sydney, Australia. It operates in seven locations, such as Newton, Sydney CBD, Rosebery, Moore Park, Chadstone, St. Kilda, and Melbourne CBD.
ℹ️ Black Star quick information
📍Address: Shop 4/8 Driver Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
🕑 Store hours: Open daily, 10:00 am to 7:00 pm
🍴What to order: Strawberry watermelon cake
🔗 Website: https://www.blackstarpastry.com/
📍Black Star Pastry location
I visited Black Star Pastry along Driver Lane in Melbourne. It occupies a space inside a building with an unfinished facade, and arch doorway and windows.
Booking.com🖼️ Black Star Pastry ambiance and interiors
Black Star operates in a compact space adorned with a charming coffee bar and a counter, flanked by a glass pastry case that proudly showcased its tantalizing offerings.
Seating options within the cafe were limited. There were two petite round tables, snugly nestled against the wall, stood adorned with plush cushioned seats and a pair of single chairs. Outside, a handful of additional seating arrangements were scattered about, their capacity limited to accommodating a few customers.
💻 Black Star Pastry WiFi
Black Star has no WiFi in this location.
🔌 Black Star Pastry electrical outlets
Black Star has no electrical outlets in this location.
🥯 Black Star Pastry food
Rose and Pistachio Croissant
Price: USD 6.75
I haven’t come across a croissant as exquisite as this one. Half of it was coated in strawberry chocolate adorned with real rose petals and pistachios. Its strawberry cream filling, infused with rose water, takes the flavor to another level. While I’ve tried various flavored croissants in the past, this one stands out as the best. The coating also ensures that the croissant remains intact, turning the eating experience into a pleasure rather than a chore.
Strawberry Watermelon Cake
Price: USD 7.42
Black Star’s pièce de résistance is the strawberry watermelon cake, a.k.a. the most Instagrammed cake in the world according to the New York Times. At one glance you immediately understand why. This is Black Star Pastry’s signature cake and it’s famous for a reason. It has two layers of almond dacquoise, rose-scented cream, and a piece of watermelon, topped with strawberries, pistachios, and rose petals. It’s both a visual and tasteful treat.
I had never encountered a cake infused with watermelon before, so I was initially skeptical. Yet, heeding the raving reviews on Google Maps, I surrendered to curiosity. The cake proved to be a delightful treat, offering a refreshing and delicately sweet experience. The marriage of tart strawberries and the sugary essence of watermelon created a symphony of flavors beautifully entwined. The only drawback was its hefty price tag; otherwise, I would have savored it entirely on my own.
☕ Black Star Pastry drinks
Flat White
Price: USD 3.71
I know some people prefer to pair their cakes with tea, but to me, no other beverage is perfect than coffee. The flat white was an equally delectable treat. Each sip was a perfect blend of richness and creaminess, fused with bold flavors, but without a tinge of bitter aftertaste.
Almond Latte
Price: USD 4.05
The almond latte offered a delightful aroma, with a smooth and creamy texture that was pleasantly mild, without any trace of acidity.
Aside from the standard coffee drinks, Black Star offers unique beverages that are just as pretty as their cakes and pastries. I have not personally tried them, but if you’re looking for something new, you may want to try the Strawberry Watermelon Latte, Hot Choc Mirage, and Ginger Ninja Latte.
☕
Do you want me to review any coffee shops? Leave your suggestion in the comment box below, and I’ll make time to check it out. 💕
