Business Details
Fresh Coffee, Custom Cakes & Catering in Queanbeyan
Ciao Cafe & Cakes has been a cornerstone of the local community for many years, offering a unique blend of premium coffee, handcrafted cakes, and catering services. Our team of skilled bakers and chefs prepares all items fresh daily on premises, ensuring the highest quality for every customer. With a focus on innovation and tradition, we cater to private and corporate events across Queanbeyan and Canberra, accommodating diverse dietary needs. Our custom cake service, requiring a minimum 7-day notice, combines artistic flair with culinary expertise to create memorable centrepieces.From breakfast and lunch menus to bespoke catering solutions, we prioritise locally sourced ingredients and exceptional service. Our dedication to excellence extends to edible image printing, allowing personalised decorations for cakes and pastries. Operating with transparency and a customer-first approach, we maintain rigorous hygiene and quality control standards. Whether you're visiting for a casual coffee or planning a large event, our team delivers reliable, creative, and delicious solutions tailored to your needs.
Services
Coffee
Custom Cakes
Catering Services
Edible Images
Breakfast & Lunch
Cake Delivery
Event Catering
Dessert Platters
Wedding Cakes
Bakery Products
Highlights and features
- We bake all our cakes fresh daily on premises.
- Our catering service accommodates dietary requirements.
- Custom cake orders require a minimum 7 days notice for quality assurance.
- We offer edible image printing for personalised cake decorations.
- Our team has extensive experience in local event catering.
Services
Custom Cakes
Our custom cakes are handmade to order, featuring intricate designs and premium ingredients. Available in various styles including wedding, birthday, and themed cakes, each creation is tailored to your specifications. With options for dietary requirements and a 7-day lead time, we ensure exceptional quality and attention to detail for every celebration.
Catering Services
Catering for events of all sizes, we offer hot food platters, desserts, sandwiches, and antipasto selections. Our menus are crafted to suit corporate functions, private parties, and special occasions across Queanbeyan and Canberra. With tray hire available and dietary options, we provide reliable, high-quality catering solutions tailored to your event's needs.
Edible Image Printing
Transform photos or logos into edible decorations using our icing sheet printing service. Ideal for personalising cakes, cupcakes, or cookies, this service accommodates various file formats and sizes. Perfect for birthdays, weddings, or corporate events, we ensure vibrant, food-safe prints that elevate your baked creations with minimal 24-hour notice required.
Breakfast & Lunch
Serving breakfast and lunch daily, our menu features freshly made pastries, sandwiches, and hot meals. From classic coffee pairings to hearty meals, we use quality ingredients for a satisfying experience. Open early to late afternoon, we cater to busy professionals, families, and anyone seeking a delicious, convenient meal in a welcoming environment.
Dessert Platters
Our dessert platters include an assortment of house-baked pastries, seasonal fruit, and sweet treats. Perfect for morning tea or dessert buffets, these platters cater to groups with diverse preferences. Available from $8 per person, they combine visual appeal and taste, ensuring a delightful finish to any event or gathering.
Questions
How far in advance should I order a custom cake?
We recommend a minimum 7 days notice for custom cakes to ensure availability and quality.
Do you cater for dietary requirements?
Yes, we accommodate dietary needs for catering and cakes with advance notice.
What payment methods do you accept?
Payments can be made via phone, direct debit, or in person at our Queanbeyan store.
Can I order edible images for cakes?
Yes, we print edible images on icing sheets for cakes, cupcakes, or cookies with 24-hour notice.
What areas do you cater to?
We provide catering across Queanbeyan, Canberra, and surrounding regions.
What are your opening hours?
We're open Mon-Fri 6am-4:30pm, Sat 6am-3pm, and Sun 7am-3pm.
Reviews (4)
Matt Dowse
Jan 08, 2022
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Best Summernats buffet brekky..!! Awesome coffee is an added bonus..!! Definitely a must cafe to visit… Yummo..!!
P.
Nov 04, 2021
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Very rude service.
Ordered & paid for a Black Forrest cake. Waited around for 20 minute, until a guy eventually came out and says "oh sorry, we don't have a Black Forrest cake, but you can have a Ciao Cake instead". That's fine, it might have been a busy morning, no problems.
Waited around some more while he packs it up. Hands it to me and says "that'll be $7 extra". Blamed me for not pre-ordering, and accused me of swearing at him (I definitely didn't) when I said I'd just pay the $7 extra because I'm running late anyway.
Ordered & paid for a Black Forrest cake. Waited around for 20 minute, until a guy eventually came out and says "oh sorry, we don't have a Black Forrest cake, but you can have a Ciao Cake instead". That's fine, it might have been a busy morning, no problems.
Waited around some more while he packs it up. Hands it to me and says "that'll be $7 extra". Blamed me for not pre-ordering, and accused me of swearing at him (I definitely didn't) when I said I'd just pay the $7 extra because I'm running late anyway.
Bryanna Dawe
Aug 28, 2021
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I love heading to Ciao and eating the goodies, whether it's breakfast, lunch or cakes. But today the goodies came to me. Thank you for the delivery can't wait to dig in!
Russelle Sagaran Trinidad
Aug 20, 2021
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Hello Ab & Anna! I just wanted to drop by to say hello and send my regards especially now that we are in lockdown again. I want to commend you and your team for your hard work and very efficient service! I… ordered coffees today and Dom’s birthday cake and they were delivered on time! Coffee is still hot and cake still in tact, and as always they taste great! More power and God bless all of you. Take care and stay safe always!
