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Cherry Moon General Store Annandale:

Annandale Bakery & Neighbourhood Café

November 27, 2025

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Step off the main road in Annandale and follow the smell of woodfired bread and butter. Tucked into Sydney’s Inner West sleepy suburb of Annandale, Cherry Moon General Store feels part bakery, part café, part tiny country grocer – the sort of place that makes you slow down without thinking about it.

Annandale local duck in for coffee on the way to work, grab a loaf on the way home, or stay a little longer over cake and conversation at the front window. If you’re looking for an Annandale bakery that still bakes the old-fashioned way, this is it.

The story behind the woodfired oven

Cherry Moon Annandale is built around a traditional woodfired oven – the heart of the space and the reason it smells incredible from the moment you walk in. The focus is simple: slow-fermented sourdough, pastries and cakes made with care, and seasonal ingredients that feel more farmers’ market than supermarket.

The room itself is cosy and a little nostalgic: jars and bottles lining the shelves, vintage touches, and a counter piled with baked goods. It feels less like a café rollout and more like a neighbourhood food project that grew from someone’s love of bread and beautiful produce.

What to order

Cherry Moon General Store Menu changes with the seasons, but there are a few staples Cherry Moon is known for:

Woodfired sourdough loaves – deeply baked crusts, chewy interiors and proper flavour.
Sweet bakes and cakes – think slices, loaves and celebration cakes that lean more “home-baked with flair” than factory-made.
Hearty brunch plates – eggs, greens, toast and generous toppings that make this a real breakfast or lunch destination, not just a grab-and-go bakery.
Good coffee – well-made espresso drinks to go with everything coming out of the oven.

If you’re planning a weekend, it’s worth arriving on the earlier side – the best pastries tend to disappear quickly.

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The feel of Cherry Moon

This is the kind of Annandale bakery/ café where you can sit outside and people-watch, read a book, or catch up with a friend without feeling rushed. Families drift in with kids in tow, regulars are greeted by name, and there’s always a quiet hum from the oven and the coffee machine.

Cherry Moon balances that relaxed, slightly rustic feel with a clear sense of craft. Everything – from the bread to the ceramics on the shelves – feels thoughtfully chosen.

Planning your visit

Address: Cherry Moon General Store, Annandale, NSW
Style: Woodfired bakery, café & general store
Vibe: Warm, nostalgic, neighbourhood hangout

Drop in for:

A weekend brunch built around seasonal produce and sourdough.
A mid-morning coffee and cake break.
A loaf or two to take home, plus something sweet for later.

Why locals love Cherry Moon General Store

Ask around Annandale and you’ll hear the same thing: Cherry Moon has brought a strong community vibe to Annandale tight knit neighourhood. It’s:

The strong community – Cherry Moon is one of the only cafe in Annandale to host community events. We were lucky enough to attend their 2025 Christmas gathering and it was one of the best event I have attended all year.
The Woodfire Oven – did you know that the façade of the oven, was brought back to life from an original Scotch wood-fired oven bakery in Ballarat from 1869. It’s been humming and helping Kimmy cook up magic since 2019.
Familiarity and home – Cherry Moon is not just a cafe you go to for coffee, bread or cake, it’s somewhere you go knowing that you’ll be welcome. It’s like stepping into your own kitchen, but better.

Keep exploring this pocket of Annandale

If you’re making a day of it in Annandale, start with coffee and cake at Cherry Moon General Store, then wander further into the neighbourhood:

Explore more cafés and local shops along Booth Street.
Browse gifts and homewares at The Corner Booth
Ready for another coffee or drink head to Precinct 37, there’s plenty on the menu to chose from
Dapper Blokes is Annandale’s new barber right on Booth St and is perfect stop while the kids are checking out new toys and games at Terrific Scientific a few doors down
Browse vintage finds at The Merchants Warehouse towards the other end of Booth St where a quick duck in can turn into hours

You can find more ideas in our full Annandale Guide once you’ve finished planning your bakery stop. Cherry Moon is also featured in our Best Cafes in Annadale Guide.

Part of the Inner West Local trail

For Inner West Local, Cherry Moon is one of those places that perfectly captures what people love about this area: a lot of soul and care, full of character, and clearly built by people who care about what they’re creating.

And if you spot the wattle mark nearby, you’ll know you’ve found one of the anchors of the trail at this end of Annandale.

FAQ

What time should I go?

Go mid-morning if you want the full display and a calm browse. Weekends are busier, so earlier is easier.

What’s the one thing to order?

Get one fresh bake you can’t ignore (seasonal pastry) and something from the pantry shelves to take home.

Is it kid-friendly / good for groups?

Yes — it’s relaxed and friendly. Better for 1–3 people than a big group.

How long will it take?

Quick if you know what you want. If you’re browsing gifts/pantry, give yourself a little extra time.

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