Whether you were vegan before being vegan was cool or you’re just looking for something new and different, these trendy cafés will have loads of tasty options even meat-eaters will enjoy.
1. PLANT, Cape Town CBD/ Camps Bay
Cost Range: R50-R100
One of Cape Town’s first vegan eateries, PLANT is an institution as far as vegan cafés in Cape Town go. Top tip for a lazy day: they’ll deliver for free within the city! They’re also extremely accommodating for any food allergies you may have.
PLANT has a branch in the heart of the CBD and a branch in Camps Bay. Now if you are feeling up to the challenge go take a run alongside the Camps Bay beach and stop at PLANT for a smoothie and breakfast.
Have a look at their specials on the FOMO App, they have a burger Tuesday and a Mexican Thursday special:
2. Scheckter’s RAW, Sea Point
Cost Meal: R80- R100
This one is for the super-healthy eater, serving everything from superfood lattés to plant-based healthy burgers. Well known for their raw vegan sweet treats too!
If you’re looking for an immune booster, grab their golden mylk latté made with organic turmeric! With COVID trying to show it’s ugly face in Cape Town it’s definitely these superfoods that help you show that middle finger to our infamous COVID.
3. Lexi’s Eatery, Sea Point
Average burger price: R95-R165 (for double burgers)
New on the Cape Town vegan scene, Lexi’s is the perfect option if you have a mixed group of vegans and non-vegans. Whilst the menu is mostly vegan, they do have one or two meat-eater-friendly options. This is definitely one to try with their beautiful, very trendy decor!
Take a stroll down Sea Point main road where you’ll find thrift shops, cool bars or the stunning Sea Point promenade one street away.
Catch their weekly Meat Free Monday burger special on the FOMO App below:
4. Lekker Vegan, Kloof Street
Cost Range: R45 for a chip roll – R199 for a Gatsby for 2
If there’s someone you’ve been trying to help transition to veganism, Lekker Vegan’s gourmet vegan junk food is definitely a great start. We’re talking messy gatsby’s, giant burgers, and an array of vegan sauces.
You may even be able to get away with not telling them it’s vegan at all! Lekker Vegan describes themselves as “best vegan junk food in Africa”
5. The Sunshine Food Sprouting Co. Sea Point
Cost average R100 per item
Healthy meals made with love and mostly homegrown ingredients this little earthy spot will charm you! If you’re looking to pick up some sprouts to take home, they’ve got you covered too.
To really help you feel the grass between your toes, grab a takeaway, bring a picnic blanket and enjoy your meal in the Greenpoint Park at sunset, it’s a real treat!
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