Vegan-friendly
Lacto
Ovo
British
Tucked away in the back streets serving hot and cold drinks, cakes, soups and sandwiches. Open Mon-Sat 08:30-15:30.
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- Outdoor seating
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
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Last update on 13 Jul 2019 by Guest
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Added by Maggierogers on 27 Sep 2017
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36 Reviews
First Review by Maggierogers
LesleyRigby
Points +73
Great find! - Edit
Lovely food and service. Couldn't fault it, yummy 😋
Read moreCons: Non
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Don-
Points +324
Excellent Cafe with great atmosphere - Edit
It’s in the centre of town, but not in an obvious position, down a little alley, we just followed another couple who exclaimed how good it was.
Read moreIt’s vegetarian, rather than vegan, but most of the dishes can be veganised.
We had the Croustata with aubergine and sweet potato mash, which came with a fabulous salad, and my wife had cheesy spicy beans, mushrooms on toasted sourdough bread. For desert, only because it’s cool to have vegan choices, I had a pear and almond tart, and my wife had apricot and ginger crumble.
I really wish this place was closer to where we live, but despite the hours drive, we will be back.
Pros: The food, The choice, The friendly staff and decor
Cons: Nothing
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ChrisB_91
Points +98
Fantastic - Edit
The food here exceeded my expectations, I had a homemade Croustade which was absolutely delicious and came with a very nice salad and slaw. Prices were reasonable for the quality. It has a nice courtyard with seating so great on a sunny day. One of the highlights of our Swanage trip!
Read morePros: Food quality, Outdoor seating, Reasonable prices
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Dyranian
Points +13
Excellent back street location - Edit
Chanced upon Java by accident. They apologised for short staff and short menu but everything was excellent.
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Dave8
Points +13
Impressive - Edit
Fantastic quiche (made with Feta) and a devine salad, I ate it all, my partner who is really into cheesy scones said they were perfect, again served with a salad. Great setting, we sat outside in the courtyard listening to overhead Swifts, inside was clean and contemporary. Staff very friendly and attentive, would highly recommend Java!
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Monicajd
Points +33
Highly recommend - Edit
Discovered this gem a few years ago. Now in larger premises.
Read moreGreat food, service and ambiance. Also plenty of space to eat outside Delightful!
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LisaDawn
Points +29
Hidden gem - Edit
So pleased we found Java off the main street in Swanage. It's obviously well used by locals and it's easy to see why. Brilliant and friendly service with a wonderfully quirky ambience . The vegan cakes, tea and coffee were delicious and we look forward to returning to enjoy lunch on our next visit.
Read morePros: Friendly service , Lovely and eclectic surroundings , Amazing vegan cakes
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LukeGoody
Points +275
Lovely food - Edit
Mostly vegan. Things on the menu with a V is vegan not veggie!
Read moreVery tasty beans on toast
Updated from previous review on 2023-11-29
Pros: Good options, Nice vibe
Cons: Slightly pricey
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Chriserson
Points +20
Amazing tiramisu! - Edit
I can thoroughly recommend Java. Lovely, fresh vegan food - I had the croustade followed by the best tiramisu ever. Quirky decor and good tunes too!
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EhmVert
Points +113
Brilliant little hidden venue - Edit
Follow the signs down some alleys off the main street, and in courtyard full of flowers you find this venue. Food was absolutely delicious with a great variety of vegan dishes in addition to veggie options. The croustade of the day when we went was delicious along with a lovely salad and home made vegan coleslaw. My parents enjoyed the avocado on sourdough with halloumi which came with what looked like a mountain of avocado. Will definitely be back if we're in the area again.
Read morePros: Delicious food, Lovely courtyard, Great variety of options
Cons: Stops serving hot food at 2:30
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LeandraStracquadanio
Points +251
So so great! - Edit
They are a veggie cafe with plenty of vegan options. It was a Saturday so there was a special brunch menu - the spring onion pancakes with avocado was amazing and their coffee was great.
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paulharhen
Points +1229
Best Vegetarian Cafe in Swanage - Edit
It wasn’t clear to me how many vegan options there were if any. Nonetheless I had the Roasted Chestnut Mushrooms and Peppers in Toast which included a salad and non vegan Feta cheese. My wife had the soup of the day. Both were delicious. We both had Flat Whites with Soy and Oak Milk. Excellent service too. Out of the way place, down an alleyway, so a little hard to find.
Read morePros: Taste, Presentation , Ambience
Cons: Clearly Defined Vegan Options on the menu.
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JulietteSJL
Points +437
Will definitely go back! - Edit
Fully vegan and vegetarian. Unbelievably delicious dishes; lentil pie, parsnip soup, avo toast. The salads were superb.
Read moreLovely service and great value. #Veganuary
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Craig&NatashaSmith
Points +68
Delicious Vegan/Vegetarian cafe - Edit
Very trendy little place. Excellent home cooked food with either vegan or vegetarian options. Stumbled by it by chance. Animal friendly also. A really little gem. So pleased we found it. No where else in the town had any options.
Read morePros: Good vegan food. More choices in the summer, Home cooked tastey. , Really friendly owner and dog friendly
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problems
Points +142
Big fan of this place - Edit
Probably your best bet as a vegan in Swanage. A must visit!
Read morePros: Delicious scrambled tofu brunch, Lovely iced coffee , Suntrap courtyard location, ideal to relax outside
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PamCummins
Points +132
Delicious food - Edit
Had breakfast here twice. The coffee was nice and I had the banana bread with yoghurt, berries and toasted oats on one day and the vegan breakfast on the next. Both were delicious. We sat in the courtyard which was surrounded by flowers. Such a nice place with friendly staff. Would definitely visit again.
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angcat
Points +221
A hidden gem - Edit
We had an al fresco lunch here and enjoyed the vegan tart with salad. The coffee is the best we've tasted locally. There are vegan cake/dessert options, too.
Read morePros: Vegan options , Excellent coffee, Dog friendly
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ingridbuba
Points +356
Nice little cafe with radiating staff - Edit
Nice atmosphere, not pretentious, tasty food, unfortunately they were very busy and sold out of many vegan options
Read morePros: Good choice, GF options, Very fairly priced
Cons: I expected more vegan choice in a vegetarian plac
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BuzzGirl260
Points +124
Mmmmmmmm yes… - Edit
Lovely quirky little vegetarian/ vegan cafe. Great food.
Read morePros: Lovely location and quirky cafe, Friendly staff , Delicious food
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arherron
Points +351
Just lovely - Edit
We had a nice family lunch here in their fragrant, cozy courtyard. The vegan tart was tasty and the accompanying salad was innovative. We had a nice time and would return.
Read morePros: Vegan choices , Cute courtyard , Tasty
Cons: 40p extra for non dairy milk - bit steep!
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HilB
Points +276
Hidden gem - Edit
We were delighted to have spotted the A board advertising this little cafe which is tucked away in Swanage’s alleys (also home to a fab vegan cosmetics shop and an all-too-tempting chocolate shop with lots of vegan treats) and had a delicious lunch of savoury vegan rolls (billed as “sausage” but much tastier than usual ones) with chutney and a beautifully presented salad. Enjoyed it so much that we returned later in the week!
Read morePros: Fresh, tasty food, Friendly service
Cons: Tiny but we found seating on both visits
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hollieema
Points +314
Well needed lunch - Edit
It’s a little gem in an area where it’s quite difficult to get good vegan options. Had a lovely sausage roll and gorgeous salad and chutney. Sausage roll wasn’t like faux meat but was still good. Was absolutely packed so had to stand around for a little while. And it is located next to a lobster place so absolutely stunk but I’d definitely go back if in the area (which is stunning)
Read moreCons: Not overly clear on menu what’s vegan
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lukio36
Points +119
Delicious food, excellent service - Edit
The staff was exceptionally friendly, the place is very cozy and the food is both fresh and healthy! Thank you for this delicious meal.
Read moreRecommend the Dorset special blend tea.
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SRelph
Points +25
Vegan - Edit
Very friendly and cosy with lovely atmosphere. Several vegan options for lunch, choice of vegan cakes and various plant based milks to go in your coffee. Will definitely be back next time I visit Swanage.
Read morePros: Very friendly staff, More than one vegan option
Cons: Gets busy at lunchtime
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Bill88
Points +24
Great coffee, good food! - Edit
Nice cosy little place in centre of swanage, good coffee and great food, options for vegans and vegeterians! :-)
Read morePros: Vegan options
Cons: Cash only, no credit cards accepted
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AleksandraWieczorek
Points +226
Awesome place! - Edit
Cheap, tasty, amazing stuff. Everything is great!
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Hamfree01
Points +35
Delicious soup - Edit
Ate lunch here with my husband (a vegetarian), had a lovely soup, delicious pasty and huge rock bun. Very helpful and friendly service, cool and quirky surroundings.
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