The cakes here are amazing. It is the service from Nicky that is just incredible. Really the only place to shop for quality cake and have it delivered if necessary. I can only say Nicky made my Fathers 77th birthday an absolute joy. Thankyou again.
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The cake lined strip of Acland Street draws in the tourists and locals alike. You can spend hours just browsing the brilliant window displays, with so many delicious looking cakes and pastries. Monarch Cakes is an institution that has been around for decades and the cakes live up to the hype.
I've often worried that the freshness of some of these stores could be questioned, because they can't possibly be making that much food in a single day. I like the fact that Monarch doesn't have a window completely overflowing with goods, which makes me think it might be fresher than some of it's neighbours.
We ordered some coffee and shared a blueberry bundt cake. The cake was moist and light, with maybe a touch too much icing sugar; but it was still delicious. It was so pretty, and it did taste fresh to me. The coffee was also great.
Staff are really friendly and service is excellent, despite the fact that the place does get busy. There are no bells and whistles with the decor, but who needs them when you have such a delectable window display to draw the crowds in instead.
We went to Monarch for afternoon dessert. It’s a small cafe with tables both inside and outside. We came for the cheesecake which was nice. They have a wide selection of cakes, brownies and cupcakes so you’re sure to find something you like. Recommended.
I’ve wanted to visit one of the old cake stores on Acland St and after years of it being on my list we finally did it! With a double length pram I thought I’d be limited to take away but we were able to fit the pram alongside the seating out front ✅
Coffees were spot on. My regular latte was perfect and husband commented how good his strong latte was.
Sacher torte was beautiful. He was impressed with his vanilla slice. Would love to come back again soon!
We tried the flourless chocolate cake, 100 year old recipe cheese cake and it was so good but the Hazelnut white chocolate flourless orange cake was to die for!!! Amazing texture and flavor!! I checked your website and you can post them!! Can’t believe it!! We live an hour away and was willing to drive to you but can’t say no to cake delivery!! 🤗
Love the cherry slice as it's a balance between sweet and sour! Along with the small kluger, great balance of chocolate. I'd say the cakes here are rather affordable for the size and honestly so worth it! Coffee was decent as well.
This is now my new favorite - the French Vanilla slice! 😋😋😋 not too sweet, very fluffy and creamy. Even their earl grey tea has a very nice aroma. 👍🏼 love this place! Can’t wait to try the Polish baked cheesecake from an 100 years old recipe.
We were searching for a good tea time spot and stumbled upon Monarch Cakes. The cheesecake and coffee are marvelous. Friendly service and it can be crowded on weekends.
We ordered custard vanilla slice, caramel slice, chocolate cake and baby kugel with two lattes. It costs $37 total. Custard vanilla was amazing!!! Baby kugel was not sweet that i thought but still good:) Chocolate cake and caramel slice wasnt that special than any other shop tbh...
I highly recommend custard slice and Kugel!
The monarch is an institution.
My personal 'MUST TRY' cakes:
- 100 year old polish cheese cake
- Chocolate KOOGLHOUPF
-Cherry Crumble ( my personal favourite): made with real cherries! So addictive!
If you haven't been to Monarchs, fix that situation and quick! You are missing out on something truly beautiful.
Monarch Cakes has got to be one of my absolute favourite Cake Shops in Victoria hands down! With so much history and expertise how could anyone not fall in love with Monarch Cakes.. its like going back in time as soon as you step through the door,
I Highly Recommend Monarch Cakes.
🍮🍰🎂🍪🍩🫖☕️☕️☕️
Been in the family for a long time. They take great pride in their cakes. Had the Polish Cheesecake and itvwas very ice. Shame it is so far from where I live in Brisbane
Best poppy seed cake and gugelhupf I’ve ever had. The poppy seed cake reminds me of how my late grandma used to make it, so it’s incredibly special to me. Please, never change Monarch.
Beautiful to look into their windows.
Incredible cakes and variety
Gideon is the owner of the iconic pastry store( Monarch) in Acland st. St.Kilda .
A wonderful man full of character, charm.
Not only does he have the best coffee in the street , but his traditional home made cakes are amazing. Treat yourself next time you are in the area. Gideon lives a chat, so say hello to him.
God bless Gideon.
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