T. Cavallaro & Sons Pasticceria

T. Cavallaro & Sons Pasticceria T. Cavallaro & Sons Pasticceria, located on Hopkins Street, is a dessert shop, coffee shop, and dessert restaurant that specializes in handmade Sicilian sweets and cakes. The bakery has been run by five generations of the family since 1956. They offer a variety of treats including cannoli shells, almond biscotti, Easter cakes and eggs. Call to order their take-away six pack of cannoli shells with filling for $30 or visit them during the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival for an immersive culinary experience.

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Handmade cannoli shells ready for frying!
18/08/2026

Handmade cannoli shells ready for frying!

14/08/2026

Today was a very special delivery day in Melbourne! ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡นโค๏ธ

We delivered our 100% gluten-free cannoli shells to T.Cavallaro & Sons โ€” bringing together our passion for traditional Italian flavours and our commitment to creating delicious gluten-free products.

Our cannoli shells are made with care, inspired by the traditional Sicilian recipe and crafted especially for those who need to enjoy their favourite Italian treats without gluten. ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡นโœจ

And of course, we couldnโ€™t visit without finishing the day the Italian wayโ€ฆ ๐Ÿ˜

โœจ A delicious ricotta cannoliโ˜•๏ธ A beautiful Italian latte

A little taste of Italy. ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡นโค๏ธ

The City of Maribyrnong community gathering to finish Plastic Free July on a sweet note! ๐Ÿฐ
14/08/2026

The City of Maribyrnong community gathering to finish Plastic Free July on a sweet note! ๐Ÿฐ

Morning tea on the run!
10/08/2026

Morning tea on the run!

Whether it be hosting as a Footscray Traders tour guide, TOT: HOT OR NOT  blogger, or the President of Main Street Austr...
07/08/2026

Whether it be hosting as a Footscray Traders tour guide, TOT: HOT OR NOT blogger, or the President of Main Street Australia - it is people like Joyce Watts that promote small businesses and street strip retail through thick and thin.

A huge thank you to everyone who shares their experiences and supports their local town centres. We cannot do it without you.

โค๏ธ the Cavallaro's.

Fresh, crisp, handmade almond bread!
03/08/2026

Fresh, crisp, handmade almond bread!

We love when guests share their experiences with us. โ™ฅ๏ธGrazie  ๐Ÿ“ธ
01/08/2026

We love when guests share their experiences with us. โ™ฅ๏ธ

Grazie ๐Ÿ“ธ

27/07/2026

A fresh continental cake fitting for a wonderful milestone.

Auguri! โ™ฅ๏ธ๐ŸŽ‚

Handmade รฉclair filled with fresh cream.๐˜ผ๐™ซ๐™–๐™ž๐™ก๐™–๐™—๐™ก๐™š ๐™ค๐™ฃ๐™ก๐™ฎ ๐™ค๐™ฃ ๐™Ž๐™–๐™ฉ๐™ช๐™ง๐™™๐™–๐™ฎ๐™จPre order on โ˜Ž๏ธ 9687 4638, or available in store!
24/07/2026

Handmade รฉclair filled with fresh cream.

๐˜ผ๐™ซ๐™–๐™ž๐™ก๐™–๐™—๐™ก๐™š ๐™ค๐™ฃ๐™ก๐™ฎ ๐™ค๐™ฃ ๐™Ž๐™–๐™ฉ๐™ช๐™ง๐™™๐™–๐™ฎ๐™จ

Pre order on โ˜Ž๏ธ 9687 4638, or available in store!

21/07/2026

Finito! โค๏ธ

Address

98 Hopkins Street
Footscray, VIC
3011

To reach the dessert shop and coffee shop on Hopkins Street in Melbourne, you can take the public transport by using the tram to get off at Victoria St/Hopkins St station. Alternatively, you can drive there and park your vehicle in the nearby street parking spots available.

Opening Hours

Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm
Saturday 8:30am - 3pm
Sunday 8:30am - 12pm

Telephone

+61 3 9687 4638

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T. Cavallaro & Sons Pasticceria is a dessert shop, coffee shop, and dessert restaurant located on Hopkins Street in Melbourne. This family-owned business has been making handmade Sicilian sweets and cakes since 1956, spanning five generations of artisan Sicilian sweet makers. The quality of their products is evident in the rave reviews they receive from their customers.

Their specialty of the day, Tiramisu' Serena, is a must-try for anyone who loves Italian desserts. They also offer fresh rumbaba every weekend or by pre-ordering through their phone number. Their commitment to providing high-quality desserts is reflected in their recognition as an advocate of street strip shopping at the 2023 .streetaustralia Awards.

The Cavallaro family's love and passion for Footscray are evident in everything they do, from creating delicious desserts to being part of their customers' special occasions like birthdays and Mother's Day celebrations. Their dedication to their craft and community has earned them a loyal following that spans generations.

If you're looking for authentic Sicilian sweets and cakes made with love and care, T. Cavallaro & Sons Pasticceria is the place to go. Their desserts are not just delicious but also a testament to the rich history and culture of Italy that they proudly represent.