Top 10 Vegan Friendly Bakeries

Whether you're dairy-free, gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, or just searching for plant-based dessert options, it's nice to have personal recommendations. That's why HappyCow has created this list, featuring the best vegan-friendly bakeries in South Africa, as determined by the highest scores calculated from HappyCow community member reviews. Even non-vegans will agree that the tasty vegan options available at these bakeries would please even the most discerning palate. From quality baked goods and sweets, to decadent pastries, doughnuts, and treats, we're sure that you'll find the very best yummy desserts South Africa has to offer using our Top 10 list as your guide.
Not-chicken-mayo on a bagel  at Grumpy & Runt in Western Cape

119 Kloof St, Gardens, Western Cape, South Africa

+27-603654917

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Categories: Vegan, American, Fast food, Delivery, Take-out, Bakery, Breakfast

A vegan deli & doughnut shop est. 2020. Serves New York deli style sandwiches and bagels. Relocated from 60 Corporation St.

Bao Buns Tofu & veg at The Conscious Kitchen - Kloof St in Cape Town

34 Kloof St, Cape Town, South Africa

+27-815210967

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Categories: Vegan, International, Organic, Raw, Juice bar, Delivery, Take-out, Bakery, Gluten-free, Breakfast

Restaurant/juice bar where all the menu items are vegan; however, you have the option to add eggs and/or cow's milk for coffees. Offers gluten free options, fresh juices, smoothie bowls, various dishes. Fully vegan since November 2022. NOTE: Please verify if still fully vegan.

Minestrone Soup, and selection of Salads and Starters. at Bocca Dolce in Western Cape

Quarry Lake Estate, W9, Stofpad, Wittedrift, Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape, South Africa

+27-790999570

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Categories: Vegan, Pizza, Organic, Buffet, Juice bar, Take-out, Bakery, Catering, European, Fusion, Gluten-free, Breakfast

Coffee roaster and vegan restaurant. Offers breakfast a la carte till 11am then lunch buffet from 1pm. Can be booked as a wedding venue.

77 Kloof Streett  at Okja in Cape Town

77 Kloof St, Cape Town, South Africa

+27-838571993

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Serves elaborate vegan pastries and assorted coffee specialties.

  at Kaylee's in Johannesburg

147 North Reef Rd, Bedfordview, Johannesburg, South Africa

+27-115247603

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Categories: Vegan, American, Organic, Raw, Juice bar, Bakery, European, Fusion, Gluten-free, Korean

Plant-based eatery which uses fresh organic and seasonal ingredients. Example dishes include acai bowl, wholewheat pancakes, porridge, poke bowl, falafel, buddha bowl Korean BBQ and mezze platters. Also has hot drinks, juices and smoothies. Has vegan cream cheese.

New product launch 29 April 🔥 🔥  at The Vegan Chef Sandton in Sandton

Benmore Rd (at Benmore Centre), Sandton, South Africa

+27-694679179

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Categories: Vegan, American, Indian, International, Thai, Western, Fast food, Delivery, Take-out, Asian, Bakery, Catering, Gluten-free, Breakfast

A South African company created by vegans. Prepares & serves all-vegan comfort foods. Offers lunch and drinks.

Pumpkin Pie 🥧  at Hulis Donuts in Cape Town

Shop 20A, Otto du Plessis Dr (at Eden on the Bay), Cape Town, South Africa

+27-762195940

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A fully vegan cafe specializing in vegan doughnuts. Sample selections include glazed, apricot jam, chocolate, cinnamon sugar, lemon curd, apple crumble, caramel nut brittle, strawberry & cream, and blueberry & cream. Also sells coffee with plant milks.

Fried chickn at The Vegan Chef in Umhlanga

8 Lagoon Dr, Umhlanga, South Africa

+27-672821216

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Categories: Vegan, American, Indian, Thai, Fast food, Asian, Bakery, Gluten-free, Breakfast

A South African company created by vegans. Prepares & serves all-vegan comfort foods. Offers lunch and drinks.

Coffee Cake at The Cinnamon Club in Cape Town

Cameronians Ave, Cape Town, South Africa

+27-748343479

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Gluten free cake shop offering cakes, cheesecakes, cupcakes, tarts and more. Reported to offer cow's milk July 2024.

Vegan tofu scramble, abundance bowl, overnight oats and smoothies!  at Kanéla Café  in Cape Town

78 Regent Rd, Cape Town, South Africa

+27-662517761

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Categories: Lacto, Ovo, International, Organic, Take-out, Bakery, Gluten-free, Honey, Breakfast, Non-veg

Serves fish, vegan options available. Health food café offering several vegan items, such as tofu scramble, chia cups, oats, salads, smoothie bowls, and more. Reported to serve fish December 2024.

So that's our list of the very best vegan bakeries in South Africa. We hope that you enjoy them and get your sweet tooth fulfilled.

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Note: For sorting by Highest Rated and on Best of the City listings we use the Wilson Score Interval rather than a straight average of listing ratings; for this reason a business with less stars may appear above one with more stars.

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