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Serves meat, vegan options available. Breakfast and lunch place offering pastries, pies, smoothies and smoothie bowls, sandwiches. Has vegan milk for coffee drinks. Open Mon-Sun 09:00-17:00.


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74 Reviews

First Review by LoesOfzo

JoletW

Points +144

Vegan
20 Jul 2024

Goede lunch opties

Wat fijn dat er zoveel keuze is in vegan gerechten.
Ik nam een wrap met tempeh en groenten. Erg smaakvol!

Pros: Veel keuze, Grote porties

oatmealnik

Points +695

Vegan
31 May 2024

Disappointing visit

I had high hopes for this place, I really did. Tons of vegan options, beautiful interior; The Happiness Cafe looks like the textbook definition of a really nice lunchroom. But the pro’s definitely don’t outweigh the cons.
I came in around noon, so lunch hour. Google said moderate, but it was very busy. You cannot reserve a table online which is genuinely really annoying. Some people who were dining on their own already finished their food but stayed at their table for a long time. I am usually not someone who likes a time limit, but in this case it would’ve been better for guests and staff alike. It took me a while to find a spot that was suitable for me and my service dog; the bar. The bar itself was quite high even though I’m pretty much average height (177cm, 5’10), but the alternative was not great either so this was my best option. I placed my bag behind me because there wasn’t much space. After a while, I wanted to grab something from my bag but found it was gone. I panicked thinking someone stole it, but apparently a server took it thinking someone had left it. I get it if you’re trying to be helpful, but maybe ask the person sitting next to the bag if it’s theirs first.
I ordered a mochachino and the biscoff pancakes and specified both needed to be prepared vegan. They brought my drink out first. The moment the whipped cream entered my mouth, I realised they gave me the cow’s milk version and spit it out. They replaced it without a new spoon, so at that point I just used my finger.
The pancakes were bland. You could taste that they were made with some sort of whole wheat flour, but that’s all they tasted of. The Biscoff sauce was quite thin (but the only thing that actually had any flavour).
I would not come here again. Might try their other location to see if it’s better.

Updated from previous review on 2024-05-31

Pros: Nice interior, A lot of vegan options

Cons: Bland food, Staff cannot handle a full (packed) restaurant, Not very service dog friendly

ffe009

Points +125

Vegan
17 May 2024

Delicious! Recommend!

Tasty pancakes and smoothies!

Updated from previous review on 2024-05-09

Pros: Friendly service, Pancakes were awesome!, I will gladly eat here again!

Cons: Small tables, not spacious, but I'd happily return

broman

Points +208

Vegan
03 May 2024

Good vegan options

Nice place for breakfast or lunch. Clearly marked vegan items on the menu (and there is an English menu). Been here several times when in town. Today I had the Sticky Tempeh Burrito, which was tasty and packed with tempeh, edamame, veggies and mango! Yum! Came with tortilla chips and a zingy sauce. Friendly service and decent prices.

Pros: Clearly marked vegan options , Tasty food, Good value

annabelfoubert

Points +1220

Vegan
13 Apr 2024

Een plek die gelukkig maakt!

🌱 Summer Veggie Burger > Ovengebakken haver-groenteburger op een briochebroodje met pesto, tomaat, zoetzure rode kool, spinazie & truffelmayo, geserveerd met crispy tuinboontjes (€13,00)
🌱 Red Velvet Muffin
> Bietenpoeder, cacao, pompoenpuree, appelmoes, glutenvrije mix, pure choco, kokosbloesemsuiker (€4,75)
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Een geweldige ontbijt-, lunch- en namiddagplek met voor ieder wat wils.

Updated from previous review on 2024-04-13

Pros: Mooie presentatie , Meerdere vegan opties, Buitenterras

Cons: Binnen aan de donkerdere kant

JoanneH.

Points +718

Vegan
10 Jan 2024

Nice cafe

Went here three years ago and had a bad experience; about time to try it again. Happy I did! Different vegan options, tasty food & nice atmosphere and terrace. Will go back again.

Update: recently went here again but unfortunately was not a great experience once again. Took ages for our food to arrive and it just wasn’t tasty. Friendly staff, but won’t go back anymore. 2/3 experiences make it not worth it.

Updated from previous review on 2022-07-10

Pros: Nice terrace , Multiple vegan options , Tasty

Cons: Slow service

JackyDeReviere

Points +2935

Vegan
24 Oct 2023

Very good vegan breakfast

Very tasty and healthy vegan breakfast!

Updated from previous review on 2023-10-24

Pros: Good price/quality ratio, Friendly staff

AlexAvocado

Points +739

Vegan
15 Oct 2023

Multiple vegan options

Nice and cosy cafe with multiple vegan options. The food taste good! Unfortunately you have to pay extra for plant based milk :(.

Pros: Multiple vegan options , Good food

Cons: You have to pay extra for plant based milk, Very busy and you can't make a reservation

BalazsPlosz

Points +140

Vegan
28 Sep 2023

Lots of vegan options. Amazing food

Many vegan options. The presentation is amazing. Loved it.

SheilaQy

Points +362

Vegan
21 Sep 2023

Nice place

Yammy salad and falafel. Friendly staff. Very fast!
Vegan ice latte 😋😋🍵

Pros: You don't have to wait long, Portions are good

des/\

Points +153

Vegan
19 Sep 2023

Very happy

Cute café with outdoor space, many vegan and also gluten free options!

Esthergreen

Points +420

Vegan
19 Sep 2023

Plenty of vegan options, cozy and delicious

The ambience is really cute, it’s a popular and busy place. We had the salad bowl which was really tasty!

Kasham

Points +562

Vegetarian
28 Jul 2023

Spectacular

The place is crowded yet trendy and cozy at the same time. Open kitchen makes it fun to watch the buzz happen.

EVERY plate that came up looked amazing.
I hard a hard time choosing as there are tons of options.
I will try to return as there are a few dishes I really want to try.

Pros: Lots of veg and vegan options

Anda-BiancaCiocirlan

Points +626

Vegan
26 Jun 2023

Nice breakfast place

Plenty of vegan options, tasty and convenient location. Been walking around for a while trying to find a place with vegan options, and then we found this on here. They were out of quite a few drinks, but the food didn't let us down.

Pros: Nice location, Many vegan options

Cons: Expensive

bzwaan

Points +3604

Vegan
20 Jun 2023

Great place

They have loads of vegan options to choose from. Service was really fast and all the food tasted delicious 😋

Stefanini

Points +487

Vegan
29 May 2023

Many delicious vegan options

They have a lot of vegan options, it’s all fresh and delicious.

Pros: Portions are good , Many options, Great atmosphere

Cons: Very popular so sometimes you have to wait

rxanamz

Points +1009

Vegan
24 May 2023

Good option walking distance central station

Decent amount of vegan options, gluten free is possible. I had the gluten free falafel burger and the nutella pancakes, both were great. I wish the burger had more stuffing but oh well.. it was tasty still😄The service was very friendly

Updated from previous review on 2023-05-24

Pros: Friendly workers, Gluten free options, Walking distance from the station

FrancaGijsbers

Points +139

Vegetarian
07 May 2023

Walhalla for vegies& vegetarians

Very tastefull, I loved the home made lemonade.
Bought the broad beans to enjoy at home.

Pros: Creative combinations , Good presentation, Price / Quality is ok

Dearme

Points +153

Vegan
17 Dec 2022

Lekker food, disappointing service and ambiance

We wanted to come here as a group of 6 adults and 4 children. When we arrived on, to be fair, a busy Saturday, the staff seemed very unwelcoming and it was clear they weren't open to accommodating us. We left disappointed and went somewhere else for coffee and cake (pointer: try the Sissy boy cafe next door, top floor, some vegan options and nicer ambiance). My partner and I returned alone with our baby later that day for pancakes and we were initially told to wait outside in the cold despite there being a small amount of space for us to stand in inside and a few tables clearly on their way out. When we advised it was probably a little too cold for us to stand outside with our baby and with the heaters not on (they probably should have been on if their policy is to instruct people to wait outside) they thankfully agreed and allowed us to wait inside. As for our eventual eating experience, the place is packed out with tables to the point it is very difficult for both customers and staff members to move around. Staff seemed stressed and a little standoffish, although we were served fairly quickly as a positive. The pancakes were tasty, moist and very banana-ry but I don't think the chocolate sauce used in the vegan Nutella pancakes option tastes enough like hazelnuts to warrant the comparison to Nutella. Chocolate sauce pancakes would be a more appropriate title as the topping is rather thin and tastes like bitter dark chocolate. Also, more of it would improve this dish significantly considering the density of the pancakes. Overall, it was an okay experience but I doubt we would return considering the cramped environment, rushed ambiance and so-so food considering price paid.

Pros: Lots of vegan options, Central location

Cons: Rushed service, Unwelcoming atmosphere for families

Myrte

Points +354

Vegan
18 Nov 2022

Popular for a reason

Despite the fact that this place was crowded, it still had a cozy vibe. We had to wait a very short time before being seated. There are not only many vegan options to choose from, the drinks with milk have standard plant based milk.
Lunch was very good and filling. The staff was kind, fast, helpful and they were all wearing different t-shirts with uplifting and happy text on the back.

Updated from previous review on 2022-11-18

Pros: Many vegan options, All milk standard plant milk, Staff leaves you feeling happy and uplifted

Cons: Might have to wait a few minutes

judithaa

Points +16

Vegan
27 Aug 2022

Geweldig

Veel keus, gezond EN gezellig

Pros: Geen vervangers, Biologisch, Heel veel veganistische gerechte

GiadaFechino

Points +538

Vegan
14 Aug 2022

Good on 2nd attempt

We came here the first time and waited 30min to order. We left as no one came to ask anything.
We tried again, this time shortly after opening, and it was ok. Service is still slow but we got drinks and food and it was nice. We go pancakes and caprese sandwich. Very tasty and good portions.

Pros: Many vegan options , Nice outside terrace

Cons: Slow service

LeenL

Points +1746

Vegan
10 Aug 2022

Zalig!

Ontzettend veel vegan ontbijtopties. Nuttela pancakes waren lekker, sunshine bowl was heerlijk!

gopherveg

Points +2079

Vegan
08 Aug 2022

Decent, bit pricey

I came here for a brunch. I ordered the Happiness Platter (made vegan) based on the waiter’s recommendation. This dish included a bit of everything and a coffee. The food was alright, but nothing special. I kind of wish I got a plate of pancakes instead, since they looked really good. The coffee tasted like it had dairy in it. I confirmed with the waiter and was assured it was vegan milk, but I couldn’t finish the coffee since it tasted off. The meal cost about €20, which seemed high for what I got. I think I’d order a different dish if I came back here. The outdoor seating is lovely - this is a great place to go and enjoy the sun/warmth.

Updated from previous review on 2022-08-08

wally12

Points +540

Vegan
21 Jul 2022

Lovely space

Lots of vegan options, very tasty.

Pros: Lots of vegan options, very tasty.

justingrid

Points +225

Vegan
23 May 2022

Plenty vegan options

Sandwiches , cakes , bowls, pancakes , breakfast platter , enough vegan and to veganize options
Lots of seats inside and outside . Gets busy at noon

Pros: Loved the caprese sandwich .

Cons: No more burgers but plenty to choose from

sdmx

Points +38

Vegan
03 May 2022

amazing

super cute cafe with lots of vegan options




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