• CLOSED: Govinda's

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  • White Vegetarian
Vegan-friendly
Lacto
Indian
International
Organic
Juice bar
Take-out

Offers some vegan options in a relaxing environment. Confirmed closed, Mar 2019.


19 Reviews

First Review by maggiecotton

Veggieskin

Points +88

Vegan
10 May 2021

A Truly wonderful veggie/vegan eatery

This not for profilt , ethical veggie /vegan reataurant is wonderful. An extensive menu and generous portions. I had the Govinda super special which was like an indian Thali, a mixture of currys, dhal, pakoras chutney , poori and rice. My friend who's not veggie had the cheese burger and said that the chips were the best they had tasted in a long time and loved the nut burger.
A lovely peaceful atmosphere , with really nice staff and it's just a step or two away from the main hub bub of the main shopping area.
Not only is the food great but you know it's truly ethical and the profit goes to running the business and charitable causes.
Feeds the soul as well as the body

Updated from previous review on 2017-07-19

Pros: Extensive menu with Vegan options, Very good value for money, Nice staff and atmosphere

Cons: I went in the week so may get busy at weekends, only open 12midday to 6pm

ChrissieZubat

Points +155

Vegan
12 Mar 2019

Excellent feel good food

Vegan and vegetarian options available, plenty on the menu and the food has plenty of flavour. Cosy restaurant with feel good vibes.

KB

Points +647

Vegan
08 Mar 2019

Definitely a 'Higher Taste'

Like the title of one of the cookbooks they sell in the restaurant, the cuisine here is on a level above the rest. We've been coming here for the last couple of years and I have now lost count of the meals we've eaten at Govinda's. I always leave looking forward to the next time we come back. Govinda's is often rammed with customers, many of whom are regular patrons. Their vegan Christmas dinners have become a Swansea institution, and they are so good we went there three times over the festive period. I could go on, but I think you get the picture. The cooks are really expert, and they, and equally hard-working Adam, who mans the desk as well as takes the orders and waits tables, conspire to provide the customer with the best meals and service. Divinely scrumptious! I am forever grateful!

Pros: Lots of vegan options, very reasonable prices., Expertly prepared vegan dishes, cakes, etc., Lovely staff and warm, relaxed atmosphere.

LilaWattis

Points +24

Vegan
21 Feb 2019

Lovely vegan place to eat!

Quite hard to find vegan options in swansea- Govinda's has plenty. Prices are incredibly low, and the portions are great!

Pros: Loads of vegan options, Great prices, Great portions

jon_howes

Points +44

Vegan
13 Jan 2019

Great food, friendly staff

Govindas has been a favourite for years. Great for veggies with a lot of vegan options.
Amazing staff.
Well worth a lot of visits.

FlorMayana

Points +1597

Vegan
31 Mar 2018

good food

Only vegetarian place in Swansea, almost all dishes are (or can be asked) vegan^^
I tried one of the burgers, one of the wraps and another dish. Their good. The food as a home-made style. It's for sure worthy to try :)
Staff was always very nice too!

(very razonable prices too! You can check their menu/prices in their page)

Pros: vegetarian

charclothier

Points +727

Vegan
14 Oct 2017

Lovely chilled place to eat

I loved going here when I was in Swansea, the place smells of incense, usually has chilled music playing, the menu is well thought out to suit vegans and vegetarians. always state vegan when ordering though!

Pros: chilled, relaxed positive vibe place to eat , amazing well thought out vegan menu, small and intimate place to have lunch

Cons: always state vegan when ordering, more sofa's needed, more vegan desserts

AndrewBrowning

Points +66

Vegan
03 Oct 2017

Consistently good!

Great food that's packed full of flavour at a very reasonable price!

LorraineWild

Points +19

Vegetarian
02 Sep 2017

Excellent value - great place for lunch in town

Lovely food, great value, calm relaxed atmosphere.

Sezzy

Points +30

Vegan
21 Aug 2017

A Swansea Staple

We visit every time we come to Swansea and I love to bring new people to try! The food is so, so tasty! My fav is the kofta wrap.

Pros: Loads of vegan options! And fantastic desserts., THE CHUTNEY , A lovely range of drinks including teas, lemonades

Cons: It gets busy at lunch time and is small but they d

suzycourage

Points +169

Vegan
13 Dec 2016

Wonderful for Vegans

Warm, welcoming place with ample delicious vegan selections. Daily special well priced and good.

Pros: gentle staff

EmilyReed

Points +60

Vegan
05 Aug 2016

great!!!

go here all the time. almost weekly. never disappoints. cheap, tasty veggie food!! what more could u want!!!

Cloud070

Points +168

Vegan
21 Apr 2016

Lovely place

This is one of my favourite restaurant ever and I really recommend it if you are in Swansea! The food is delicious and the people there are really lovely. The place is quiet and peaceful and the prices very reasonable.

Pros: Great food, Lovely staff, Quiet and relaxed

isabelroo

Points +156

Vegan
01 Jun 2015

Worth a visit!

As Swansea's only all-veggie cafe Govinda's is definitely worth a visit - especially if you're vegan as you're going to find it tough to find anywhere else to eat in Swansea city centre!
In the past few weeks they have expanded the menu which is great, as there wasn't a lot to choose from before. You can now get double or even triple burgers and all-you-can-eat specials - if that's your thing!
Don't expect the best thing you've ever eaten, but the food is of decent quality and vegan cakes are usually available.

Pros: Good portion sizes, Reasonably priced, Friendly Hare Krishna staff

Cons: Sometimes too busy, Tap water tastes a bit funny

emvegan

Points +32

Vegan
03 May 2015

best place in swansea

great quality veggie food, really tasty, also unbelievably cheap. amazing to have a place with so many vegan options!!! a must visit for not just vegans and veggies but for everyone!!!!

Pros: Amazing food, excellent value, calm and friendly vibe

Bernardccc

Points +135

Vegan
13 Feb 2015

100%

Not closed (was being refurbished in August 2013.
Beautifully clean.
Central to town.
Fantastic value.
Great food.

Pros: Everything.

Cons: Husband Would Have Liked Spicier

sjb1983

Points +29

Mostly Veg
26 Jul 2013

Great price, great food.

A very reasonable price for all food on the menu with a couple of vegan options as well. Always enjoy the food here - the only shame is that there aren't more places like it in Swansea! Highly recommended.

Pros: good portion, nice food, great value

StarClusters

Points +24

Vegan
18 May 2009

The vegan cheesecake is AMAZING

Went here May 2008, great little place. Very friendly and helpful staff. Relaxed atmosphere, and wasn't crowded when I was there, but I feel that is because I was there at an off-peak time, I think it must get pretty busy at other times. Veggie burger was lovely, as was the homemade relish, and cous cous salad. Chips were ok, think they were the pre-frozen kind. Menu had an ok to good choice for vegans, and vegan stuff was clearly labelled on the menu.

The smoothies were absolutely scrumptious, but with out a doubt, the star of the restaurant was the vegan 'cheesecake'. If you are anywhere near I seriously recommend you try it. Heck, I travelled 100 miles round trip to try it, and it was worth it. Quite simply - it was *delicious*. Rich, decedent, morish.

Definitely worth dropping in.

Pros: Stunning vegan cheesecake, Good vegan options, Amazing smoothies

Cons: Portions could've been bigger

maggiecotton

Points +125

Vegan
29 Jul 2007

Nice little Cafe

Veggie and vegan cafe. Reasonable food quality, and fantastic vegan cakes.




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