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Lacto
Bakery
British
Non-veg
Serves meat, vegan options available. Little cafe offering savory and sweet food. A few vegan items labeled, has dairy free spread, soy milk. Will accommodate vegans. Apple pie minus ice cream or cream is vegan. NOTE: Apr 2018 reported limited vegan options - please send updates. Open Mon-Sun 09:00-17:00.
24 Reviews
First Review by JohnS
Zoxed
Points +28
Awesome chocolate fudge cake - Edit
Awesome chocolate fudge cake, what more can I say😄
Read moreCons: Card only can be a problem
Guest
Simon_Keller
Points +1644
Not bad, not sure about all the fuss - Edit
Queues outside making us think that this would be something special. Not really. Not bad in terms of vegan options offered, but ridiculously overpriced for very average tasting food. Vegan apple pie and vegan ice cream were okay, didn’t pack a punch, and the americano was a disappointment in terms of size and taste. Tried it, probably not again.
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Rachael.CW
Points +167
Lovely light lunch - Edit
We just grabbed rolls to eat by the river and I had a lovely hummus & roast veg roll. The hummus was delicious, not sure what they had spiced it with but it was good! Also had the classic apple pie which was lovely and crumbly! Would recommend for a tasty, simple lunch
Read morePros: Hummus!
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LivvyCropper
Points +414
Tasty bean burger - Edit
A few simple vegan options but the mexican bean burger was delicious and the falafel wrap was huge. Dogs welcome. Outside seating super warm thanks to good marquee with heaters. Friendly and very speedy service. Reasonable prices. Would recommend!
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odk
Points +34
Lots of options, great pie - Edit
A lot of vegan options for a simple lunch. I highly recommend the pie that comes with ice cream which was super tasty. Very friendly staff.
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AlmaEgan
Points +1132
Gorgeous apple pie - Edit
Fair enough there's not many vegan options but the apple pie is delicious. I wish they'd just buy a vegan ice cream too keep in their freezer !
Read moreIf you go later in the day, they give away bread that hasn't told.
Pros: Really good apple pie
Cons: Not many options
Guest
Feed-Your-Mind
Points +259
Average - Edit
Overrated, and over marketed, just as nice deserts in other places
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-01-15
Pros: Average, Vegan ice cream
Cons: Not cosy vibe, Average apple pie , 50p for oat milk which I really don’t like
Guest
kathrynmoir
Points +378
Lovely apple pie & ice cream - Edit
Need more options on the menu, but the apple pie is delicious and the best vegan apple pie I’ve had. They also do a lunch sandwich.
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Babybluegina
Points +58
Apple pie with vegan ice cream - very good - Edit
The pie and ice cream were delicious and they have non-dairy milk options for earl grey tea.
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vegansarauk
Points +559
Apple Pie - Edit
A few vegan options on the menu. I had the bean burger and chips followed by apple pie and ice cream. Vegan items clearly labelled.
Read morePros: Vegan options.
Cons: Serves meat.
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LanaJago
Points +37
Great vegan breakfast! - Edit
Really delicious vegan breakfast option that keeps you full for a long time! Highly recommend 👍
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Veganolive1
Points +4672
Tasty Vegan Options - Edit
Called for lunch with hubby...have quite a few vegan options on the menu. Both soups of the day were also vegan..ordered a houmous and roast vegetable roll, falafel & harissa wrap and two cups of tomato and basil soup.
Read moreFood was delicious, good sized portions, so would definitely revisit. #Veganuary
Updated from previous review on 2022-01-15
Pros: Vegan options, Vegan apple pie and ice cream
Guest
Chnanis
Points +8124
Amazing Apple Pie! - Edit
Glad I got to try the apple pie here. I had the vegan spiced apple pie with vegan vanilla ice cream (yes, they’ve listened to the previous reviews, now they have a vegan ice cream!). Together they are delish! Drinks were good too, many plant-based milk options to choose from. Can be busy with a bit of a queue during lunchtime.
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kentucky.fried.carrot
Points +66
amazing - Edit
heard lots of good things about this place, and it delivered! yummy vegan hot chocolate, hummus and veg baguette was delicious and the famous apple pie was incredible! non vegan family loved it as well!
Read morePros: the apple pie is vegan!, not very expensive , good bakery choices for vegans
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Nicola1111
Points +979
Apple pie is vegan! - Edit
We had the apple pie, it was delicious but shame there is no vegan cream or ice cream to go with it!! Come on Apple pie cafe, we need the vegan cream/ice cream!!
Read morePros: Apple pie
Cons: No vegan cream or ice cream
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Jimmylinton
Points +36
Lovely takeaway - Edit
Grabbed a takeaway as just arrived in Ambleside and we were famished.. We had the Lebanese Roll and veg Masalla pie as the these where the 1st vegan options we saw on the board. Both hit the spot the massala pie was full of veg and would have been good as a curry on its own.
Read morePros: Quality food
Cons: More vegan options and it was a tad expensive
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Aredhel
Points +215
The apple pie is vegan! - Edit
Several vegan options on the menu including sandwiches, salads, a burger, and a pie. The twice-cooked chips are also vegan and are very good. The apple pie is delicious and vegan, but sadly there is no vegan cream, custard or ice cream to go with it.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2019-10-20
Pros: Apple pie is vegan, Several vegan lunch options
Cons: No vegan ice cream, cream, or custard, Apple pie is possibly the only vegan dessert
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BeerandBroccoli
Points +131
Didn’t manage to eat here but vegan options clearly labelled - Edit
Tried to go for lunch but it's clearly a very popular spot and the queue was massive.
Read morePros: More than one vegan option, Menu displayed outside
Cons: Long queue! (Maybe a pro)
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KathrynLamb
Points +311
Great apple pie! - Edit
Lovely apple pie and Lebanese rolls. Nice place to eat in or takeaway. Clear vegan options labelled
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theonewithlucy
Points +15
Delicious! - Edit
Cute little cafe in the Lake District, ideally located for tourists. All breads are vegan and many other options are too. Great for dining with non-vegans!
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margenotbutter
Points +61
Take away apple pie - Edit
We got the vegan spiced apple pie to take away and it was excellent.
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Matt&Kim
Points +46
Delicious Vegan Lunch Options - Edit
We were very impressed with The Apple Pie. The vegan options are clearly marked on the menu, and include black bean burgers, falafel wraps, and rolls. We tried all of them and they were very tasty. The apple pie slice was well worth it, especially after a long walk. There is also a bakery at the front, with take away options. All the bread is vegan and the sun dried tomato buns are a must try. You can also get Lebanese rolls there, which are basically vegan sausage rolls. These were great. All in all, the Apple Pie is a must visit for vegans or vegetarians staying or living in Ambleside.
Read morePros: Friendly staff., Good atmosphere., Many options.
Cons: None.
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CompassionateSnob
Points +606
amazing pie! - Edit
first of all:
Read morehow cool is it, that the apple pie this place is famous for and named after is vegan?
we stopped here for a quick snack and shared a roll filled with hummus and veggies, which also came with a little side salad. we noted that we'd share the dish so they already cut it in half and served it on two plates for us which i thought was super observant.
after that we had some tea with soy milk and spiced apple pie for me and a vegan chocolate cupcake for my partner.
all of which was super tasty!
Pros: vegan apple pie!, super friendly & considerate staff, quaint little shop
Cons: none
Guest
JohnS
Points +52
vegan homemade Falafel Burger - Edit
vegan homemade Falafel Burger was my vegan option and freshly squeezed orange juice made for a filling and satisfying meal. And most importantly no animal had to be hurt in the process : )
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