Bakery

Glutenfree bakery making vegan baked goods. Range various and may include doughnuts, muffins, scones, cookies, and yum-tarts (like pop tarts). Accepts custom orders. Est. 2018. Open Mon-Fri 7:00am-6:00pm, Sat-Sun 8:00am-4:00pm.


27 Reviews

First Review by aliandben

TurnipForPlants

Points +1864

Vegan
01 May 2024

Best Bakery in Grand Rapids

Rise is THE vegan spot in Grand Rapids. It is the place I go to for weekend morning pastries. It is the place I take out-of-towners. It might be my favorite cafe/restaurant/bakery in all of Grand Rapids. It definitely epitomizes all that I feel Grand Rapids could be.

Rise is a bakery on the West Side of the river that specializes in pastries that are vegan, gluten-free, oil free, and soy free. Their mission statement is to provide tasty options for any allergy. This is a huge hurdle for sure, because you’d think once you take all of those things away, what is left to work with? Rise rises to the occasion and delivers diverse and delectable creations for the residents of Grand Rapids.

All of the options at Rise are tasty, and I have tried quite a few. There is something to keep in mind, however. The pastries are dense. These are thicc bois. I recommend to order less than you initially think. One donut can fill you up. Two donuts might make you feel bloated. I recommend the yum tarts, oatmeal creme pies, and the donuts for least dense, and in my opinion tastiest, options.

Not only does Rise stand on its own as a unique foodstuffs offering, they also have been busy creating an outdoor seating and community space behind their building. They had an outdoor concert series, with themed food offerings, last year that I absolutely loved. I hope they continue this series into the following years. It is a great spot for artsy, vegan locals to gather.

Rise is awesome. They’re great. Seriously, go check them out. If you eat a vegan doet you have to check them out, and if you’re not, I promise you’ll like it too.

Pros: Entirely Vegan, Wide selection of tasty pasteries and deli foods, Outdoor seating and community events

Cons: Food can taste dense

Mandsmary

Points +46

Vegan
11 Mar 2024

Great options and birthday cake!!!!

This is my first time. I was super excited to see that we have a completely vegan bakery in town. I highly recommend the oatmeal cream pie and the mostess cupcake. I definitely will be back to try more items. There is a huge selection!

Pros: Gluten free, Soy free, Unrefined sugar

lansingmiveganfoodie

Points +757

Vegan
16 Feb 2024

Can't Wait to Visit Again

I was so excited to discover a bakery with so many vegan options. Never knew I would find a place like this in Michigan.

sags1020

Points +96

Vegan
21 Oct 2023

Wonderful

Absolutely loved this bakery! The options were plentiful and absolutely delicious!

croffi

Points +565

Vegan
19 Jul 2023

Phenomenal bakery and coffee shop, amazing options

Rise Baking Co offers a huge variety of vegan sweets, including cakes, cupcakes, donuts, scones, and more, with a rotating menu every day. Their daily menu offerings are posted in Instagram in the morning.

Prices are super reasonable, given the fact that all items are vegan, and gluten and soy free.

A relaxing atmosphere with a very aesthetic interior. Great for studying or working.

Parking is a bit difficult, with only a few spots out front. I wasn’t familiar with the area, but I’m sure if you are there is more parking available nearby.

Pros: 100% vegan! , Friendly staff , Atmosphere

alexmport

Points +106

Vegan
05 Jun 2023

One of our favorite bakeries!

From the brunch food to the baked goods, everything is vegan and so good! My wife and I will often stop here to make sure we are stocked up on desserts for the week. They also occasionally have events with specially made meals.

Pros: All vegan, Delicious, Not too expensive

kenny.cakes

Points +1395

Vegan
08 Jan 2023

3.5 Stars

I had this when they were first starting out and would love to try again since they have a brick and mortar location. It was pretty good as far as vegan and gluten free baking goes but I'm sure they've since improved. I love how the store design looks on instagram.

bvankampen

Points +597

Vegan
28 Oct 2022

MY FAVORITE PLACE IN GR

Vegan donuts, breakfast & coffee - what more could you ask for??

ClaireMaye

Points +82

Vegan
28 Sep 2022

Great cake

Thank you so much for the fantastic birthday cake!

Updated from previous review on 2022-09-28

Pros: Best cake

Cons: None

NML

Points +477

Vegan
21 Aug 2022

A True Gem!

We ate breakfast at this incredible cafe when in town overnight for a funeral. I am so grateful that this bakery/cafe is both vegan and gluten-free. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, the staff is attentive, and the food is DELICIOUS! The next time we are in town, we will DEFINITELY eat here.

Be sure to call the bakery for hours, menu changes, etc. as they are going through a bit of a transition right now. They are only serving cafe foods on the weekends right now. This may change over time, but their website has not been updated to reflect these changes.

*I met one of the owners briefly. Super friendly.

Updated from previous review on 2022-08-21

Pros: Both vegan and gluten-free, Helpful and friendly staff, Delicious food

Kashi

Points +23

Vegan
01 Apr 2022

Even my non vegan/gf friends love it!

I love this little bakery. So many choices and all are vegan, gluten free, soy free. You can do special orders for breads and cakes too. They post what the changing menu is on the instagram every day. Love the oatmeal cream pies and buckeyes. You can also find many of their baked goods at local markets and coffee shops.

Pros: Great flavor, Variety, Gluten and Soy free

Cons: Can get busy but that's because it's so good!

JosieSabo

Points +36

Vegan
24 Mar 2022

Cute Bakery

So many cute creations that are always changing! Love to stop by and pick up treats. I did their one-time brunch in the fall as well which was fun to sit outside and enjoy some breakfast and coffee.

KaylaHunter

Points +381

Vegan
08 Feb 2022

One of THE best vegan bakeries!!

Probably one of THE best bakeries I've ever been to in the country!! Vegan, gluten freeze and soy free, are you kidding me?! I am traveling for work and will be returning every day until I leave. Today I had the strawberry cinnamon roll and it did not disappoint!! I wish I had saved it to heat up at home, but it was gone in no time. I got an everything bagel and buckeye (chocolate covered peanut butter ball) to go, and both have been delectable as well. I can't wait to try more in the next couple days. The staff was upbeat and the place definitely had rush hour waves. Happy to see others also enjoy it there!

Pros: So many options, Friendly staff

tinyroots

Points +296

Vegan
26 Jan 2022

Every time's a good time

Tons of options, creative seasonal flavors, friendly staff. Step out of your comfort zone to try something new and you'll be pleasantly surprised😄get there early to beat the crowds, and be prepared to wait in line. It's worth it! Love having an option to grab a quality coffee and a fresh hearty breakfast as well as a snack or two for later all at once!

Pros: Reasonable prices , Fun rotating & seasonal options, Indoor/outdoor seating

NataliaLange

Points +792

Vegan
10 Jan 2022

great atmosphere, delicious food

love love love! the atmosphere is so nice, i would definitely do work here, spend the day! it's very cute and welcoming. and the food! yum!! i got a pecan sticky bun, a choc peanut butter donut, two apple fritters, an empanada, an avo toast, and a couple other pastries. spent about $40. all in all, i would say reasonably priced for all vegan, all gluten free pastries! and everything was so so tasty! i will be back many many times!

Skyzieboo

Points +3279

Vegan
07 Oct 2021

Would rate higher than 5 if I could

Okay so I spent a lot of money here - it is a little expensive. But for $30 I got two coffees, 2 buckeyes, a poptart, an apple fritter and a pumpkin cinnamon roll. Every single thing was absolutely amazing, we meant to spread them out over two days but ate them all within the space of a few hours. The cafe is cute as heck and the staff are all really kind - complimented my outfit and my partner and I together (so seem to be LGBT friendly!).

snkiefer

Points +119

Vegan
28 Sep 2021

Empanda’s are SO good!!

Picked up a variety of items to try, have not tried them all yet. This place was so fun! Just knowing everything on the menu was vegan and gf was such a treat!!

Pros: Cauliflower Empanada was so good, They sell cake by the slice!, A nice variety and all are gf and vegan! Wow!!

Cons: Not all items had a lot of flavor, Ran out of empanadas so couldn’t get take out

shawnafisher

Points +843

Vegan
20 Sep 2021

Amazing Vegan Bakery

I came here while on vacation, and had to come back the food was so good! I first got the BLT. I haven’t had one since before I went vegan, and it was so satisfying being able to have one one again! The bacon was to die for!! I also had the breakfast sandwich that had the same bacon and I have no words. This bakery was phenomenal! Definitely can’t wait to come back.

tomtheplantsman

Points +699

Vegan
15 Oct 2020

Good Option in Grand Rapids

I'd give 3.5/5 if possible. It might be that I'm too spoiled by all the vegan bakeries in Chicago, or maybe I just really need gluten in my baked goods. Tried the hand pies, muffin, cupcake, and cinnamon roll in a dessert-filled pit stop and found the flavors pretty good! Everything was so dry, though, made it tough to really love any of the goods.

That said, who knows? Maybe the stuff I got at the end of the day was dried out, maybe it was an off day. I'll certainly try it again the next time I'm in Grand Rapids, but I'll probably be pulling the emphasis from sweets to their meals.

Pros: All vegan!, Nice store, Good location

Cons: Dry baked goods

MichelleSchaefer

Points +80

Vegan
16 Aug 2020

VEGAN DELICIOUSNESS!!!

I'm a vegan who loves gluten, so I was concerned about Rise being a vegan and guten free place. I was VERY pleasantly surprised! The poptart- looking treats were OUTSTANDING. and the donuts and quiche were very tasty!

Pros: 100% VEGAN and DELICIOUS!

Cons: A tad pricey, but A) understandable, B) worth it!

mckenzierogers

Points +109

Vegan
27 Apr 2020

Such a cool place

Full vegan menu. This place is so rad and i'm stoked to go back. My coffee and breakfast were both insanely delicious.

XOXO

Points +1784

Vegan
28 Jan 2020

Your happy place!

Everyone GF and Vegan! So freaking good! Come and have some cake :-)

Pros: Awesome, Awesome , Awesome

Cons: I want a branch near Detroit! , Please, Please!

IzzyA

Points +48

Vegan
16 Aug 2019

Amazing!!

Had one of the best doughnuts in a while. Passed by while on a road trip. Can’t wait to hopefully visit once again.

dirtydiaz

Points +29

Vegan
24 Jul 2019

dream come true

not only is it all vegan, it’s all incredible. easy to find parking, quiet location, friendly staff, high quality food & drink. can’t recommend enough!

hjc320

Points +30

Vegan
24 Jun 2019

Amazing!

We stopped in for a sweet treat (lemon lavender cake) and coffee. Both were outstanding! Im so excited we have this bakery in GR.! We are planning a large party next summer. Rise will be our choice for all the sweets!

Davesw

Points +3378

Vegan
18 May 2019

Amazing bakery!

Lots of baked goods for breakfast and dessert. Savory pot pies too! Also has a menu of toasts.

They are stealth vegan, nothing is marked and I didn't see any signs, but everything is vegan and GF.

I'm not a big fan of gf baked goods, but these were done perfectly!

We'll be back!

aliandben

Points +231

Vegan
20 Dec 2018

Wonderful V and Gf baked goods

Everything they make is V and Gf. They deliver to a lot of different places in Grand Rapids. You can go on their website for a list of the locations where they deliver daily. They have tons of different vegan and Gf baked goods. Their doughnuts are delicious, and they are always coming out with new flavors. The largest selection of their goods that I have found are at the Bridge Street Market.

Pros: All vegan and Gf bakery, They deliver to a lot of different places daily, New things all the time / seasonal treats




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