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Bakery and cafe. Offers baked bread, muffins, cakes, coffee as well sandwiches, all day breakfast, Tex Mex dishes, and other cafe food. EFTPOS accepted. Fully vegan apart from dairy milk offered for drinks. Relocated from Braddon. Open Wed-Sun 8:00am-2:00pm. Closed public holidays including Australia Day.
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Scullin Shops, 3 Scullin Pl, Scullin, Australian Capital Territory, Australia, 2614
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- Outdoor seating
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Last update on 10 Sep 2026 by Sarilein
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Added by litttlescott on 26 Dec 2012
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140 Reviews
First Review by litttlescott
HarryTamihana
Points +32
Sweet Bones Cafe. ACT - Edit
Best cauliflower bites!!
Read moreTasty pancakes!!
Pros: Fresh and crispy, Excellent service, Peacefully and dog friendly.
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Moushk
Points +110
Takeaway only to avoid a frustrating experience - Edit
Having gone a few times and even pre-ordered takeway on occasion the main word I would use to describe sweet bones is frustrating; especially given this is one of Canberra's only vegetarian/vegan cafes. In general service takes a very long time (which after multiple visits I attribute to understaffing and staff not having clear roles or responsibilities with staff often clearing tables, serving food, being on the register duty and making coffees). When you are able to speak to staff they are friendly and helpful but clearly overworked, under the pump and answering customer issues which may not be their responsibility. Cutlery and water is self-serve but this isn't made very clear to customers who often seem confused and ask staff for table service unknowingly. The food from the menu is generally underwhelming with drinks being particularly expensive. In terms of service and the kitchen, food and beverages will arrive in no particular order and often with significant delay. It is not unusual for some in your party to get their drink and food long before others. In terms of flavour the food on the menu is average but very overpriced for the portion you get with most sandwiches coming with pickles only and no other sides. Strangely despite being a vegetarian cafe with an abundance of vegan options and posters about animals; non-dairy alternative milks still costs extra (whereas other cafes would have plant milk as default or at no extra costs). If you are ordering takeaway ensure you check your order as in my experience and what I've seen from others orders can be incorrect or missing elements. Unfortunately I've yet to go to sweet bones where one or more of these issues hasn't happened.The main reason we go is for the baked goods which are consistently outstanding, creative in flavour combinations and executed very well. I am not gluten free but it's great to see a cafe have a gluten free selection as large and diverse as it's other baked goods. For those who love sweets the cheesecakes are a great option, the cupcakes are not too sweet but still full of flavour for those who aren't into anything too sugary. We haven't purchased a cake from them before but would definitely consider doing so for a special event. Tldr: skip eating in and get some baked goods to go.
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chrissy73
Points +107
AMAZING vegan bakery - Edit
The cafe bakery is lovely. Friendly staff. All cakes and menu are vegan. They do offer dairy milk. It’s a fabulous bakery cafe. Highly recommended. ❤️
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-06-29
Pros: Everything on the menu , Coffee is delicious , Cakes 💕
Cons: Nothing , Waiting for my order… which is not bad, Nil
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elllllle
Points +72
Sweet Bones - Edit
I was there around 11am on a weekday and it was busy! So good to see a vegan place thriving. You can order at the counter or via QR at the table but I'd recommend heading up to the counter so you can see all the baked goods in the cabinet. I had the smashed avo, cinnamon bun, and iced soy latte which were all great.
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amandadiana
Points +1157
I don't know how to rate this place - Edit
The food was nice but the waiting time was absolutely ridiculous.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-01-26
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MarnieB
Points +138
Great Little Bakery - Edit
My husband was in charge of finding somewhere for breakfast and he chose Sweet Bones Bakery because use he thought it would have some vegan friendly options for me. I was absolutely delighted to see the menu and the food did not disappoint. I loved every bite and the cafe is super cute. I cannot wait to go back to Canberra so I can have a pit stop there.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-09-18
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Rachelxvegan
Points +378
Super cute cafe - Edit
Got some takeaway and it was all incredible! I ordered the tofu scramble muffin and it was the best tofu scramble I've ever had! I also had a cinnamon scroll which was huge and delish. It was so hard to choose what to order, I'll definitely come back next time I visit canberra!
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alice3799
Points +81
Never not thinking about the cinnamon scrolls - Edit
I like the variety in their menu, and nothing beats the cinnamon scrolls.
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Kdarnie
Points +36
Always delicious meals at Scullin SB! - Edit
Extensive breakfast and lunch menu, sweets, hot and cold drinks and tasty specials.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-12-31
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GeorgiePalmer
Points +178
Tasty sweets include GF - Edit
I don't usually get many sweet vegan and GF sweets, so took advantage of the Berry almond tart, tasty and filling. Even though not GF , my hubby had a yummy Banana and blueberry muffin. Thankyou Sweet Bones for these tasty treats.
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AshleighH
Points +213
Can't get enough - Edit
The tacos (and everything else) are always amazing. Lovely friendly staff and good variety of options and specials :)
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KathyVee
Points +550
Always fantastic! - Edit
Great staff, great food, convenient location
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-10-07
Pros: Great Big Breakfasts, Great pancakes , Fantastic sweets & pastries
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AmberFlamank
Points +490
Nice - Edit
Got the big ol’ Brekky. The tofu scramble was nice, the rest was a bit hit and miss. The coconut bacon is actually just coconut flakes so I’m not sure why they refer to it as bacon. They also had gluten free food with the wrong label so be careful if you are coeliac. And the man before us who ordered the same as me, received a portion that was about twice the size of mine so that was a bit disappointing, would’ve been nice to have more tofu and beans.
Read morePros: Good food
Cons: No coconut bacon , Poor labelling of allergies , Inconsistent portion sizes
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BronteM
Points +650
Mostly Vegan but Serves Dairy - Edit
A diverse menu with some fan favourites, and some more unique options. I got the pancakes and they were really good, and reasonably priced.
Read moreThere is signage advertising this cafe as a vegan cafe, however they serve cow's milk for drinks. I was disappointed that dairy was the default and there is a surcharge for plant milks.
The venue is accessible and has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating.
Pros: Wheelchair and pram accessible
Cons: Serves dairy milk
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Wuji_Luiji
Points +2722
Love this place! - Edit
This place is fantastic! I love their pancakes, their burgers and their cupcakes.... Actually I love all their food! The people are friendly, it's in a lovely spot and has a great atmosphere.
Read moreWent to update my original review (from 2016) in July 2024, but nothing to change. It’s still awesome!!!
Updated from previous review on 2024-07-26
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jessicalovescows
Points +799
Yum! - Edit
Delicious options at Sweet Bones bakery. Happy Cow says it's vegetarian, but the sign on the front of the cafe says vegan. Anyway, I had the big breakky and my husband had the pancakes, and we both had a soy latte each. Everything was demolished. So good and highly recommend. Bonus cute little swan decal on the coffees.
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Joe_86
Points +60
One of the best vegan cafes ever - Edit
Large serving sizes, flavourful dishes and fast service. Outstanding food!
Read morePros: Flavourful, Large portions, Excellent service
Cons: N/A
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jfgmead
Points +321
Great vegan cafe - Edit
Really delicious and reasonably priced pancakes. Lovely muffins!
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melceats
Points +1010
Great brekkie and great cakes - Edit
Their cakes have always been incredible, but had brunch on my last Canberra visit and it did not disappoint!
Read morePros: Great options
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Sheree
Points +152
Absolutely delicious - Edit
The most flavourful food we have found in a long time. Beautiful setting and fun friendly service.
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lawlessbyname
Points +80
Awesome vegan cafe - Edit
One of the best vegan cafes around. Food is always good and so many treats to choose from. Definitely recommend.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-01-03
Pros: Banana bread (best ever!), Great coffee, Consistently good
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RudiDarran
Points +673
Name a more iconic vegan Canberra joint - Edit
A Canberra institution in trendy Braddon
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-10-29
Pros: All vegan, Spicy Jack, Banana Bread
Cons: Can be busy but worth the wait
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LewisEatsPlants
Points +1532
Big boned - Edit
It’s just like the Braddon store except bigger. This is massive praise. If this one is closer go here.
Read moreThe special Reuben is great! But the spicy Jack burger is still my favourite
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bitchyveganhomo
Points +80
Why milk? - Edit
I’m glad that Happy Cow has this properly listed as a vegetarian and not vegan establishment. The business promotes itself as “vegan” on its own signage and there was a sticker on their register that read, hypocritically, “post milk generation.” I say hypocritically since they strangely offer cow’s milk “just for coffee” as their employee told me. That makes no sense whatsoever for a business that is otherwise all vegan. The food was very good and the the baked goods were also great. I just wish they would lose the gross milk or change their own messaging to use “plant-based” and not vegan.
Read morePros: Great breakfast options, Great selection of baked goods
Cons: They serve cow’s milk.
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CabernetS
Points +539
Great Food, Excellent Cupcakes!! - Edit
I love dining at this place. Parking isn't easy to find but it is well worth the wait. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Food is fantastic. I seem to be completely incapable of leaving the store without at least three cupcakes! They've even made tempeh taste delicious (try the TLT)! I wish they'd run a cooking class for the cupcakes, I could eat them all day!
Read morePros: Cupcakes, Their support for a local animal sanctuary, Great vibe
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SaumyaSingh
Points +50
Not worth the hype - Edit
The food was okay but not worth the hype all around. The deserts and the drinks were particularly bad. We ordered the below:
Read moreKids pancacke - Good
Mcmuffin - Very good
Brownie - Nahhh tastes like piece of mud
Orange cupcake - Good
Mocha - Noo, it was better a latte nor a mocha but something in between
Hot Chocolate - Strict No (kids review)
Pros: Food Options
Cons: Ambience, Food Quality, Price
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dazedkiwi
Points +763
Plant based in Canberra - Edit
We had a lovely meal whilst visiting Canberra. Burrito was a hit!
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