Baker51

Mayo Café of the Year

bakery | breakfast | lunch | specialty coffee

A framed award certificate on a counter recognizing Baker 51 as the best cafe, sponsored by Illy, at the Irish Restaurant Awards.
Loaves of sourdough bread on wooden shelves with a label that reads "Sourdough, flour, water, salt, $5.5"
Hand holding a tray with three drinks from Baker 51, one iced coffee, one hot coffee, and one green smoothie, in a cafe setting.
A top-down view of a round marble table with six coffee cups, some with caramel pieces on lids, a green plant, a pastry, a cinnamon roll, a smartphone, and a sandwich wrapped in paper, with people holding coffee cups.
Circular cafe sign reading "Baker 51 by O'Hara's of Foxford," with an illustration of a cat, mounted on an exterior gray wall, with blue sky and clouds in the background.
Cross-section of a cream-filled pastry cake with layers of flaky dough and decorated with red and green sprinkles, placed on a white plate on a marble table outdoors.
Plate of roasted potatoes topped with a poached egg, garnished with chopped chives and drizzled with balsamic glaze and hot sauce, on a tiled sidewalk.
Tray with two cups of coffee, two cookies, and an iced coffee outside a bakery or café.
Person holding a wooden tray filled with multiple caramel cream puffs topped with whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, and small pieces of chocolate.
A piece of toasted bread topped with whipped cheese, cherry tomatoes, microgreens, and edible yellow flowers, garnished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze on a white plate with brown decorative lines.
Tray of cream-filled pastries topped with raspberries, held outside a bakery.
Collection of various condiments and snacks on a marble surface, including a bag of Blanco Nino chili and lime potato chips, a bottle of Mileven hot honey, a jar of spicy smoked onion mayo, a jar of Ballymaloe fiery relish, a jar of white and purple
A cake topper in the shape of the number 1 on a small cake or dessert cup, with a large gold balloon and blurred Christmas tree with yellow lights in the background.
A gift card from Baker 51, labeled 'a gift for you' with fields for To, From, Amount, Signed, and Date, held in front of a plant with green leaves and small yellow flowers.
Two beverages with cookies on top sitting on a marble table near a Christmas tree with lights.
A jar of smoked onion salsa and a bag of lightly salted Blanco Niño white corn tortilla chips with celestone salt on a wooden surface outdoors with green plants in the background.
Cupcakes topped with white frosting, colorful sprinkles, small pieces of candy, and edible flowers.
Hand holding a can of All About Kombucha organic blueberry mint, with a marble tabletop featuring two plates of desserts, a bottle of sparkling water, and two empty glasses.
A bowl of creamy yogurt topped with crispy fried tofu, chili oil, fresh cilantro, and spices.
A slice of vanilla cheesecake with fruit topping served on a bowl, paired with a glass of iced coffee with whipped cream on top, placed on a marble surface.
Coffee cups, a paper bag, and a beverage with a straw on a car's back seat.
A person holding a plate of almond croissants outside a bakery or café.
A dessert with a round, golden-brown crumb coating, topped with whipped cream, a yellow candy piece, and a red candy strip, served on a decorative beige and white plate on a marble surface.
Several cream-filled pastry treats topped with chocolate pieces on a wooden tray.
Exterior view of a gray building with large glass windows, a sign reading 'BAKER 51', and decorative fish symbols above the sign. A window display with a green heart-shaped decoration inside.
Tray of twelve baked cupcakes topped with green frosting and small heart-shaped red candies, held by a person outdoors.
Three bottled salad dressings on a wooden surface, with green plants and a blurred outdoor background. The dressings are basil & lime, smoked onion salad cream, and raspberry balsamic vinaigrette.
Six mini cheese cupcakes topped with blueberries and toasted marshmallow meringue on a wooden tray.
Exterior of Bakery 51 with illuminated sign and large windows
Cream-filled pastry topped with icing, a small piece of raspberry, and a drizzle of white chocolate, served on a white ceramic plate with a marble table background.
A plate with a slice of cake and a croissant on a marble table outside a bakery café. The bakery's name sign reads 'BAKER 51' in the background.
Assorted rectangular cakes placed on a wooden serving board, with a bakery sign in the background.
A plate with a chocolate dessert cut in half, topped with chocolate frosting or mousse, with a crunchy nut-covered exterior and a soft, layered interior.
A wooden tray of assorted decorated cream-filled pastries topped with strawberries, marshmallows, and cookies, held by a person outside a bakery.
A marble table with three desserts: a green dome-shaped cake decorated with white frosting and pistachios, a slice of French toast with strawberries and powdered sugar, and a chocolate croissant with chocolate shavings, accompanied by an iced coffee
Assorted desserts on a wooden tray, including profiteroles topped with cream and caramel, and chocolate éclairs with various toppings, displayed in front of a black sign with white text.
Silhouette of a playful fox lying down with its tail curled around its body

Mayo Café of the year

“Just over a year since opening, it’s been an incredible journey. This award means so much to us and to everyone who has been part of building Baker51. We’re incredibly proud of our team. Their passion and energy are what make Baker51 what it is. To our suppliers and every single customer who has walked through our doors, thank you.”

A stylized, tan-colored cartoon fox lying down with its eyes closed and tail curled around its body.

ARtisan food,
warm welcome

Baker51 is a modern café and bakery in the centre of Ballina - by O’Hara’s of Foxford, which was founded in 1951.

We serve breakfast, lunch, and baked goods made fresh, using quality local ingredients.

A small outdoor table with two chairs, each with a throw blanket. On the table are two coffee cups and two plates with pastries, set in a cozy backyard setting.
A stylized, cartoon-like fox in a resting position with its eyes closed.

MENU CHOICES FOR EVERYONE

Whether you’re here for specialty coffee, something sweet, or a proper lunch — everything’s made fresh and we’ll be delighted to have you join us.

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Poached eggs on toast with baked beans, salsa, and a side of greens, drizzled with sauce
A stylized, cartoon-like illustration of a cat lying down with its front paws stretched out and tail curled.

The Hatch

On the go - full menu is available for takeaway!

Hand holding a cup of iced coffee or tea with a biscuit and a straw outside a cafe named Baker 51

DINE WITH US

Great food and a warm welcome — just drop in, sit down, relax and enjoy.

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