Welcome to Dandelion Cafe
Dandelion Cafe, nestled in the heart of Saltaire, is a vibrant haven for vegan food lovers. Located near a yoga studio, this welcoming space is dog-friendly, making it an ideal spot for pet owners and families alike. Customers rave about the creatively crafted dishes, such as the Korean loaded fries and mezze platters, which showcase fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The cafe’s serene atmosphere, adorned with artwork and greenery, enhances the dining experience. With an excellent coffee selection and scrumptious cakes, Dandelion Cafe not only satisfies the palate but also nurtures a sense of community, inviting patrons to indulge and explore the joy of plant-based cuisine.
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Holding Space, John St, Saltaire, Shipley BD18 3HU, United Kingdom Hotline: +44 7763 571283
Nestled in a charming side street on the border of Shipley and Saltaire, Dandelion Cafe has blossomed into a beloved haven for vegan enthusiasts. With its inviting atmosphere, the cafe is not only a culinary delight but also a community space, conveniently located just a short stroll from popular tourist spots. As you enter, the delightful blend of artwork and greenery sets the tone for a serene dining experience, enhanced further by its cozy dog-friendly vibe.
The menu at Dandelion Cafe is a testament to creativity and freshness, focusing exclusively on vegan cuisine. Diners are treated to a variety of dishes, from small plates to lavish mezze platters. Customer reviews highlight standout items like the Korean loaded fries, celebrated for their bold flavors, and the equally impressive selection of cakes that are too tempting to resist. Mary Baldwin notes a fantastic vegan menu that thoughtfully caters to gluten-free diets, making it an inclusive spot for all.
One particularly enchanting element of Dandelion Cafe is how it caters to its customers’ specific needs. Kayla Richardson shared her delight in the cafe's ability to create a bespoke meal for her mother, who has a pepper allergy. This level of attentiveness is a hallmark of Dandelion’s service, ensuring that all guests feel welcomed and appreciated. The staff's warmth adds to the overall ambiance, making every meal memorable.
As a food reviewer, the vibrancy and joy encapsulated in each dish resonate deeply. For those who would claim that vegan cuisine lacks excitement, a visit to Dandelion Cafe will surely challenge that notion! From the refreshing flavors of avocado on sourdough toast enhanced by the tang of lemon to the memorable banoffee cake, every bite is an adventure. Customer Connie perfectly encapsulates this sentiment, emphasizing the diverse and exciting flavor combinations that define the menu.
What’s more, Dandelion Cafe supports local indie producers, aligning its passion for sustainable practices with a commitment to the community. Whether it’s a flavorful Mexican tempeh and black bean wrap or a comforting spiced cacao drink, each dish is crafted with care and innovation, leaving diners eager to return for more.
So, if you find yourself in Saltaire, treat yourself to an experience at Dandelion Cafe. The fusion of delightful food, excellent service, and a welcoming environment guarantees you’ll leave with joy in your heart and a satisfied palate.
Amazing vegan food which is a short walk from all the touristy stuff to see. Dog friendly and yoga too. Especially recommend the Koran loaded fries!
An excellent cafe hidden down a side street on the border of Shipley and Saltaire with a yoga studio underneath. The food is all vegan. We ordered a mezze platter and as all the food was prepared on site and fresh it wasn't the cheapest, but totally worth it. We enjoyed every type of food in the platter and some items were outstanding. Will absolutely be going again. Only criticisms would be to rethink the drink choices a bit and possibly the seating as I can imagine some people may prefer cosy tables for two rather than larger tables. Accessible with a lift. Wish I'd had a piece of the cake!
Always great simple food and great atmosphere! Beats many if not all vegan cafes in and around Leeds/Bradford area. Well worth a visit.
We’ve visited twice In the last two weeks which speaks for itself really. A beautiful, welcoming cafe with a fantastic vegan menu, that also caters for gf diets. There’s a really nice range of small plates, bigger meals and sharing plates. The coffee is excellent. Dogs are welcome, and our last visit was with a 5 month old baby who was also made to feel very welcome.
The service was outstanding! Catered for my mum who is vegan but also has black pepper allergy which meant they created her a bespoke meal. Food was very nice and whilst I’m not personally vegan I thoroughly enjoyed! Full of flavour, colourful and beautifully presented! Thank you for being so patient!
I love the food created here. Such exciting flavours and combinations. People think vegetarian/vegan people have given up on joy or something, but all you taste at Dandelion Cafe is JOY! Most suited to those of us who like to take adventures in our food. Pictured here is my half eaten banoffee cake (I eat alot of cake and this was amazing, reminding me of the ground almond based cupcakes that Sunshine Bakery Chapel Allerton used to specialise in) and also the avocado on sourdough toast with sesame and sumac. Make sure you squeeze that lemon over the avo, it's the BEST finishing touch for your taste buds. And a surprisingly stodgy dish. Just what I needed. The business owners are also active supporters/stockists of other indie producers. Absolutely brilliant.
I visited Dandelion Cafe on my first trip to Saltaire and honestly fell in love. A vegan cafe, beautifully decorated with artwork and plants, next to a yoga studio, which is dog friendly... tick, tick, tick, tick! One of the lovely ladies at the cafe even brought some water over for my dog, Wilf. My brunch was delicious (the cakes are to die for) and very reasonably priced. I loved the vibe at Dandelion and will definitely return when I’m next in Saltaire. Thank you again!
So good I’m happy to give a 5 review as I’m sat here! Delicious, really healthy food, serene atmosphere and lovely service. The spiced cacao drink was so warming and flavourful and the Mexican tempeh and black bean wrap was filling and flavourful. Would love to come back to enjoy after a yoga class!