Vegan
Fast food
Take-out
Bakery
British
Plant-based cafe est. 2020, serving toasties, burgers, nachos and masala. Offers a wide selection of brunch options. Open Mon-Sun 09:00-18:00. Opening hours extended. Fri & Sat may be open later for events.
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- Outdoor seating
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- Free Wi-Fi
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Added by AudreyEmmaPlyler on 02 Jul 2020
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96 Reviews
First Review by AudreyEmmaPlyler
Beth_vgn
Points +141
Cold average Brunch. Good coffee and service - Edit
I really want to love this place as the coffee, ambience, and service are quite good.
Read moreBut the food ….. I’ve been there for Brunch twice and both times the food came late and arrived cold, and it wasn’t very busy. They were very quick to fix it by microwaving it, although I would’ve appreciated a freshly toasted bread.
My partner had the Big Breakfast, it was Very Disappointing, the one sausage was very overcooked and dry, both hash browns were undercooked, the bread slice was barely toasted and had large chunks of butter on top (more butter than bread lol), you can’t go wrong with baked beans, and the tofu was dead cold too.
The Willo’s potatoes were quite tasty after heated up.
I would probably go back for the pastries and coffee, but probably not for other kind of food.
Pros: Ambience, Coffee, Pastries
Cons: Main menu
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TroyDouglas-Collow
Points +146
Cosy cafe! - Edit
Awesome hospitality. And offer a discount if you’re an activist.
Read morePros: All vegan food, Lots of options , Delicious dessert
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Chris.P
Points +374
Nice toasties - Edit
Had the toastie with mushrooms and onions and French fries. Probably the first time I have ever genuinely enjoyed vegan cheese! Very tasty.
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SaraMedinas
Points +25
Friendly staff - Edit
The staff is very friendly and the prices are not that bad either. Definitely coming back! 🥰
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ChrisJolliffe
Points +199
A lovely vegan cafe - Edit
I loved Thrives outside space and friendly staff. The food was good too but basic menu.
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agata-pt
Points +486
Nice cakes & coffee - Edit
Their coffee and cakes are great (lemon poppy seed muffin is delicious and I really like their chai latte - they also offer a great selection of plant m*lks), but lunch menu is a bit disappointing- it doesn't offer many fresh, seasonal or veg-oriented options 😔, I had their toastie before which was just okay. I will be back for their cakes, but for lunch options I think I will look elsewhere.
Read morePros: Lovely cakes, Nice coffee , Great vibe
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kathrynmoir
Points +382
My regular - Edit
I’m in here all the time. Always a great selection of cakes on offer, and one of the best coffees around in my opinion. Lunch is always absolutely delicious. I’ve taken lots of people here!
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TheFrickers
Points +66
Chilled and friendly - Edit
Really enjoyed the relaxed vibe and yummy brunch.
Read morePros: All vegan, Homemade tempah bacon, Bookshop
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Simsimsims
Points +2401
Lush address - Edit
Very nice menu, with tasty brunch options. Great place with a wee bookstore and a vegan bulk store on the side
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-08-13
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SarahWard
Points +224
Really nice food and atmosphere - Edit
Food was delicious and the biscoff milkshake was dangerously good.
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Cam
Points +2089
Cosy Café - Edit
Thrive seems is a cosy place, that makes simple tasty food.
Read moreI would go back!
Pros: Cosy, Friendly staff, Location
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bclark
Points +128
Tasty tofu scramble - Edit
Came here for brunch, got the tofu scramble on sourdough toast and paid extra for tempah bacon and avocado. The toast was good and tofu portion was huge and tasty but the extra avocado paid for was absolutely tiny. Coffee was also great and good size.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-06-04
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JemiB
Points +286
Great community spot - Edit
The food was lovely, as was the atmosphere. Definitely recommend checking out the cakes and the many events they have going on!
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ukveganbikers
Points +969
Fab place in central Cambridge - Edit
Charming cafe, friendly staff, good atmosphere. Food was very good, if a little on the small side.
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kellyymaee
Points +112
Don’t miss the desserts 🍪 - Edit
Thrive is a perfect and delicious spot for a vegan breakfast or lunch!
Read morePros: Delicious desserts, Helpful and courteous staff, Cozy atmosphere
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SytzeSimonse
Points +385
Friendly vegan café for any type of plant-based delight - Edit
Thrive has a very welcoming, friendly atmosphere from the moment you set foot in there. There are a lot of people working and studying, which creates a calm ambience. The staff was very friendly. The food was good and the vegan cheese actually tasted like something (for a change!). The bread is definitely of good quality. I only found the food a bit too greasy and a tad too salty. Unfortunately, the waiting time was quite long (30-40 minutes), although this was understandable considering how busy it was.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-02-12
Pros: Lovely ambiance, Wide range of vegan items on the menu, Friendly staff
Cons: Food too salty for my taste, Long waiting time
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lauroli
Points +30
Lovely settings - Edit
Went for breakfast/brunch and had some cake and sweet drinks
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-01-31
Pros: Very tasty cakes and sweet drinks, 100% vegan, Really lovely aesthetic
Cons: Quite expensive for what you get
ThriveCambridge
Yeah ... We like to think we're priced about the same as other independent cafes in Cambridge (maybe even a bit cheaper once you take into account the extra they charge for oat milk etc) - but let us know if we got that wrong. We're trying to save where we can and try to give as good value for money as we can - but it's tough! I can assure you no-one is getting very rich at Thrive! :(
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ShermansMother
Points +208
Brilliant last minute find - Edit
Found Thrive on this app when our lunch booking elsewhere fell through. Couldn't be happier that fate took a hand! We had the hotdog and nachos to share, then the caramel cheesecake and a slice of chocolate cake. Oatmilk lattes and a smoothie to drink. Everything was absolutely bang on, but a special shout out to that cheesecake... one of the best I've ever had, vegan or not. My non-vegan friend was totally blown away too, so thank you for helping to show him the right way is easy!
Read morePros: Everything vegan!, Lovely staff, Relaxed, chill vibe
ThriveCambridge
Oh yeah! You gotta love a bit of fate! Glad it worked out - hope to see you back again! :)
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MichelleHenderson
Points +37
Tastey but maybe a little bit expensive - Edit
A side order of coleslaw was £2 and it was quite a small portion of red cabbage and red onion coleslaw. I also got a hot chocolate with whipped cream and once the whipped cream was gone there was about four mouthfuls of hot chocolate. Maybe just a little more coleslaw and a bigger cup for the hot chocolates? The bagel was also very salty, I’m not sure if it was the “bacon” or the bagel itself, but it was still edible, just someone had a heavy hand with the salt 😂.
Read moreOverall I would definitely go again if I come back to Cambridge. Staff were so friendly, the place looked amazing, it was warm and I loved all the plants everywhere 🥰 There was also a vintage shop attached and board games you could play!
Updated from previous review on 2023-01-21
Pros: All vegan , Super tastey food!, Very cosy and cute cafe!
Cons: Little bit expensive , Sides and hot chocolate portion size
ThriveCambridge
We hear you! Bigger cups for hot choc are here! Salted bagels are off the menu - replaced by plain. Now just to work on the coleslaw... Thanks for visiting - hope to see you again.
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imadeva
Points +546
Lovely Vibe, Great Food - Edit
Cafe with full breakfast, desserts, a board game library, and vintage store inside. Try the Big Breakfast and a croissant - you won't regret it! #Veganuary
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-01-17
Pros: Pastries - crispy, flakey, and delish, Breakfast - sausage links and potatoes, Atmosphere
ThriveCambridge
So wonderful and true!
Read moreThank you for your lovely review!
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AldísAmah
Points +218
Such comforting food and lovely service - Edit
The staff was so sweet and kind. The energy inside overall just so welcoming. Food tasted great and was fairly priced. Had a fake bacon sandwich and huge chocolate cake with homemade Baileys coffee. All tasted great! Only downside would be food presentation but who cares when it’s that honest and good. A Very homey feeling.
Read morePros: All vegan, Not just a cafe but store w clothes and food, Big, cozy and welcoming. Books and board games to
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Mylkman
Points +665
Brilliant little cafe! - Edit
Amazing little vegan cafe with brunch and lunch options!
Read morePros: Lots of great vegan options, Amazing cakes, Brilliant breakfast
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LeviMann
Points +163
Quirky place and great coffee - Edit
Lovely settings for a nice cup of coffee and some cake.i am sure the rest of the menu would be just as good too
Read morePros: Nice settings , Great coffee , Friendly staff
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KatyAdams
Points +93
Lovely!! - Edit
Cute cafe with amazing food! Definitely recommend the orange hot chocolate and all of their delicious croissants!
Read morePros: All vegan
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vgriggs
Points +88
Love it! - Edit
My husband found Thrive through the Happy Cow app in May and boy am I glad he did!
Read moreVisited today with two kids in tow and loved the welcoming and laid back atmosphere. Food and drink wise....WOW. pretty simple menu which I liked. Its nice to have choice but without being bombarded by too many fancy things. Great toasties and loved the simple options like scrambled tofu on toast or houmous with crusty bread. The drinks options were much wider and more varied and my kids were very excited when the Biscoff smoothies were brought through!
Food was nicely presented and super tasty.
I'd highly recommend!
Pros: Totally Vegan!, Well priced , Laid back welcoming atmosphere
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EvilWizard
Points +348
Good vibes, nice food - Edit
Nice little find with good food, but not all the cake options on the menu were available. Nevertheless still a wide variety and very tasty!
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KCadventure
Points +1140
Delightful vegan cafe - Edit
You can get a load of typical cafe fare here - toasties, pastries, smoothies - and all very reasonably priced and tasty. They have tables indoors but also a big patio outdoors with trees which is surprisingly quiet considering it's right by a fairly busy road. I'd definitely recommend outdoors, and the wifi extends well outside so it would be perfect for working.
Read moreThe hot food kitchen (doing chilli and some other dishes) shuts at 3, but I arrived at 4 and still had a lovely smoked tofu quiche, blueberry croissant and biscoff smoothie. It was already reasonably priced (this all came to just under £14) but then students get a 10% discount on top! Very impressed.
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