Vegan
Western
Fast food
Take-out
Bakery
Australian
Vegan bakery offering fresh baked goods like bread, pies, pastries, and vegan donuts. Makes sandwiches, and serves coffee with plant milks. Open Mon-Sun 8:30am-3:30pm.
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555 Great North Rd, Grey Lynn, Auckland, New Zealand, 1021
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Last update on 16 Nov 2022 by Hallieladybug
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71 Reviews
First Review by CFBCVGN
Exquire
Points +311
Real people, brilliant bakery - Edit
Philippa and her family and friends run this vegan friendly bakery and take great pride in their vegan treats! Classic kiwi bakery food veganised along with new crazes like cronuts and specialty breads made to order. Sometimes turns in to a vegan burger joint run by teenagers in the evenings - ask for their schedule when you visit. Fully vegan as of late 2016.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2016-06-10
Pros: Blimmin amazing baking, The staff are all hilarious
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donteatthehomies
Points +324
Exceptionally good pie - Edit
Best vegan pie I have ever tasted. The 'chicken' and leek is the king of pies. Tell your mates.
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CUR-I-OUS
Points +164
Unbelievable good pain au chocolat! - Edit
Awesome place, that’s all.
Read moreDefinitely visit when in Auckland.
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uschiverena
Points +546
Yes, please. - Edit
We had the cheese and ham croissant (toasted) and the mushroom pie which were both really great! The sausage roll wasn't my favourite but my son loved it.
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kasha333
Points +38
Simply the best - Edit
We were in Auckland for a week, and in that time tried several items from Tart Bakery - savory mushroom pies, 'burger' sandwiches, savory muffin type things with herbs, spinach and tomato filling - also sweet ones with cinnamon and nuts. These were all excellent, but where this bakery really shines is with the desserts. We had peanut butter-chocolate cheesecake, apple crumble cheesecake, a fresh fruit danish, and a croissant with apple filling, icing, and almond slices. I can't put into words just how amazing and wonderful it was to have the pleasure of trying all these utterly delicious things. I can't wait to go back. And oh - the staff was exceptionally stellar.
Read morePros: Delicious food, lovingly prepared, Felt light and satisfied after eating, Excellent staff
Cons: For me, no cons
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VeganSoapDude
Points +7388
I love tart - Edit
Get one of everything! You can't go wrong
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chatreuse
Points +2498
3.5 stars: Good - Edit
I tried a huge range of their offerings, and my favourite was the coconut cream donut. The rest were enjoyable, but there was always something holding it back from being truly amazing. It was great to see they were always busy, with lines out the door, and the older lady is so so lovely and friendly.
Read more- Coconut cream donut: DELISH, slightly crispy which was amazing
- Apricot danish: pastry was really nice and crispy, but chocolate drizzle and jam wash overly sweet
- Pain au chocolat: very crispy and delicious with a jam wash which was amazing, the chocolate they use is a little too sweet, and a real letdown
- Mince cheese pie: good, however I couldn't detect any cheese taste or texture
- Frank roll: didn't like the sausage taste, but my friend LOVED it
- Plain croissant: ok
- Cheese stick: crispy, quite nice taste, but oily mouthfeel
- Cappuccino donut: good, cappuccino taste was quite subtle, I would have prefered it stronger, quite doughy
- Peanut croissant: ok, strong peanut taste, lots of cream
- Lemon chickn roll: doesn't taste of lemon, but the perfect amount of a nice tasting mayo, very good chikn texture and lots of fresh salad
- Mac and cheese pie: good, and has bacon bits in it
- Creamy mushroom chickn pie: nice and creamy, noticeable coconut, and very salty
- Sausage roll: quite good taste, but also quite mushy texture
- Pizza: ok, bit doughy
Pros: coconut cream donut, lemon chikn roll
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Kellyf1sh
Points +100
Best vegan bakery ever - Edit
I ordered a 'chicken' sandwich and coconut cream doughnut and both were absolutely divine. I live on the north shore but I made a special trip to go to Tart because they're fully vegan, and honestly it was worth the trip. The only complaint that I have is that there should be one on the north shore! The food is incredible and I will definitely be back again.
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marissandtim
Points +1583
Amazing vegan pies - Edit
We really love coming to this place!
Read moreThey have some amazing savory options like small pizzas, sausage rolls as well as a big selection of pies. On top of that, they have daily different sweet options including cakes, croissants and some smaller dessert options. Our favorites are the curry pie and their pizza (incredible garlic taste).
Pros: Completely vegan , Great choices, Good prices
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CashewSoupDragon
Points +52
Amazing almond croissant! - Edit
Called in on my last day in Auckland and bought an almond croissant to eat at the airport. It was amazing! Now they need to expand into Australia...
Read morePros: Lots of choice, Friendly service, That almond croissant...
Cons: It's only in Auckland
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MaddyHart
Points +83
yummy - Edit
tart is fully vegan and i love it, but get in quick because the food tends to sell out VERY fast (understandably)
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Antoniaaa
Points +108
Great! - Edit
I had the almond croissant 🥐 and filed chocolate doughnut 🍩 all very good.
Read moreA lot to choose from and friendly staff 💚
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abbymcneill97
Points +60
Amazing options - Edit
Incredible amount of options
Read moreAll looked incredible
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wasabipea
Points +966
Place of dreams - Edit
Some one get Hillary Duff and Pablo on the phone so we can all sing together 🎵 hey now hey now this is what dreams are made of 🎵
Read moreTried a mushroom pie and a cream doughnut which were too good! Ready to move to Grey Lynn asap!
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Annabelle0704
Points +535
Did not disappoint!! - Edit
Tart Bakery has been number one on my “vegan cafes to try in NZ” list for far too long, with a recent trip up to Tamaki Makaurau, I was finally able to go to this little vegan heaven and wowe it did not disappoint! Spoilt for choice, everything is so reasonably priced, cutest interior, the food was beyond delicious, quality of the food was next level and the staff were so friendly. Tempting to buy the whole bloody cabinet! Only con is that I wish it was in Wellington haha. A must try when you visit Auckland!
Read morePros: Food is amazing , So many options, both sweet and savoury , Reasonably priced
theNumberOfTheBeast
Don't miss the sandwiches. Smuggle as many as you can back to Welly with you.
Read moreAnnabelle0704
I got like 4 things hahahah best hangover cure ever
Read moretheNumberOfTheBeast
At least you still have Sweet Release. But maybe Philippa can be talked into opening an outpost in Wellington. If she needs someone to run/manage/eat all the donuts, have her call me. 😁
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theNumberOfTheBeast
Points +4815
World Domination through Tasty Treats! - Edit
Glorious. Stupendous. Miraculous. Joyous. Salvation-- Could Heaven Ever Be Like This?
Read moreAucklanders are truly a blessed people. For there at 555 Great North Road in Grey Lynn exists Tart Bakery or more aptly, Vegan Paradise. At first I was concerned I wouldn't be able to find it, an unassuming address in a wayside suburb beyond the trendy bustle of Ponsonby, but lo! Thank my happy stars, the owner Philippa has the fortuitous foresight to place the beautiful word 'vegan' in massive letters on the sign-board affixed out front.
And does she ever mean it! This, dear readers, is why veganism is the inevitable future for humanity. Without harming a single cow or chick, this soldier of sagacity definitively proves that vegans can bake circles around any mean old animal-abuser. I have never had its equal. No place on Earth crafts such a voluptuous variety of beautiful and delicious savory and sweet doughnuts, cakes and sandwiches. And she is a real vegan. No apologies, no excuses. Just proof, that sweet self-indulgence is ours at last!
No wonder her very name means animal lover. She doesn't just love the non-human animals either, she loves us all. Everyone who walks through her door is gifted with the benevolence of freshly baked bliss. This is the Angel's manna to humanity. I parked my motorcycle and sat at the sidewalk benches of Tart Bakery nearly everyday for each of the two ninety day tourist visas I took in New Zealand, just to remain a loyal customer. It was only the unfortunate timing of the border closure which stymied my intentions to become permanently enjoined to my truest love in this life, Tart Bakery.
Philippa if you happen to read this, know that I'm dying here in Sydney without your sweetest glazed yeast risen fritters, apple dutchies, custard peach and strawberry fruit tarts and the tastiest vegan sandos ever created! I miss you very much! Somebody send a low-flying air-craft to sneak my sad self back into this paradise.
To all you Kiwis, if you don't manage to keep this shop in business until the border reopens. Shame. Shame on all of you, and Jacinda, if you're reading this; Three words. Vegan - Travel - Bubble. Do it Now! The future of humanity rests on you.
Updated from previous review on 2022-10-15
Pros: Vegan yeast donuts, vegan sandwiches, very affordable.
Cons: I must be dreaming, too good to be true, can this be real?
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sian1146
Points +16
Great food and friendly staff - Edit
Great service and the food was amazing. So nice to have so many options😄
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DavidCordtz
Points +70
Donuts - Edit
The coconut cream donut is to die for !!!
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SagaVigreBohinen
Points +1046
Needs some improvement - Edit
This place is great, and I love that they’re vegan. However, it all needs a cleaning up. A lot of Google reviews complain about unsanitary practices and I unfortunately agree.
Read moreIt just feels a bit not clean, and I would prefer going elsewhere.
However a lot of the desserts are very tasty!
theNumberOfTheBeast
It's a busy bakery with a storefront in an old suburb. It's a bit tired and it might get messy in here sometimes with all the activity and traffic, but it's not unhygienic. I have never had single tummy ache from eating their food. Maybe you can offer to mop up while the counter and bake staff is busting their buns to feed theirs to yours?
Read moreSagaVigreBohinen
They get paid to work there. I pay to eat. Why would I mop? We’ve had hair in our food twice
Read moretheNumberOfTheBeast
What do you mean? I always mop up when I go anywhere! Weird about the hair-- its never happened to me, but I'd consider it good luck. Where else are we supposed to get our protein? 🤣
Read moreSagaVigreBohinen
That’s my keratin supplement right there 😂
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Gravenhale
Points +1100
Truly the best - Edit
Tart bakery is like heaven for vegans - such a great selection of gorgeous and delicious baked goods 😍
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Coco.of.Ulthar
Points +74
Yuumm - Edit
Went there recently and the pies and sandwiches were just divine! Will definitely come back 💪
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jedafin
Points +160
Amazing - Edit
The most epic bakery I've been to, just awesome
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PJSahandi
Points +28
Amazing vegan experience - Edit
The donuts are fantastic and croissants as well as pies the atmosphere is friendly and wholesome
Read moreVery vegan vibes here and you feel welcome and proud to be there
The seating isn’t perfect with small children but there is limited space to work with and the park close by is ideal
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larahart
Points +198
Beautiful Baked Goods - Edit
Donuts are devine, with interesting flavour choices (peanut butter). Had my 1st croissant in years and it was flaky & buttery. Perfect. Had the lemon chicken sandwich, generous fresh fillings & vegan chicken was not overpowering or rubbery like some can be
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2020-12-20
Pros: Proudly vegan, Great selection of savoury & sweet, Open early on weekends
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Regan.henry
Points +26
Inloveeeeee - Edit
Has the best bakery goods !!! So far I’ve tried a doughnut, cheese twist, and tofu sandwich! All of which I’d rate 10/10
Read morePros: All vegan, Cheap
Cons: Non
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RyanDunseath
Points +27
The Best - Edit
Absolute love the pies and sweet treats and the chickn rolls. Actually, everything there is delicious!
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MeiLi
Points +387
Rarely have any gluten free options - Edit
Wonderful staff, beautiful baking but I wish there was more on offer for gluten free peeps.
Read morePros: Pippa! A friendliness explosion., So many treats, all vegan., Great staff.
Cons: Only 1 gluten free item, occasionally, Limited seating, outdoors only
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