Welcome! Let's get this started.
or
Finish logging in.
Vegan
American
Pizza
Fast food
Delivery
Take-out
Bakery
British
Catering
Breakfast
Vegan cafe in Hampshire serving foods like burgers, sandwiches, fries, lattes and milkshakes. Has kids menu, and a bakery case with the day's selection of treats. Est. 2017. Open Mon-Wed 10:00-17:00, Thu-Sat 10:00-19:00, Sun 10:00-18:00. Closed Wed. Closed New Year's Day.
-
18 Hanover Building A, Southampton, England, SO14 1JX
-
Loading...
-
- Outdoor seating
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
- Free Wi-Fi
-
-
Last update on 08 Feb 2026 by adamthrive
Update business info -
Added by VeggieFromSpace on 07 Aug 2017
-
-
255 Reviews
First Review by Veggiebarn
KieranFlood
Points +148
Christmas Specials - Edit
This wasn't our first visit to Cafe Thrive, nor will it be our last. Everything was exceptional. We ordered from the Christmas Specials menu. My mum makes a perfect vegan roast dinner but she doesn't love local and as such, I go months without having one.
Read moreWe ordered 2 x Christmas burgers, Roasties with gravy and a battered pigs in blanket. I was worried it might not be enough but it was plenty. The food was excellent and we both really enjoyed it. I recommend everything that we ordered. The portion sizes were very generous. We couldn't finish all that we ordered and brought a few roasties back for our pup (who was equally as impressed.)
The prices were fair given the portion sizes.
Updated from previous review on 2022-12-04
Pros: Excellent food, Generous portion sizes, Helpful staff
Cons: Green Cola
Guest
VeggieRay
Points +178
A wonderful place for vegans - Edit
Ranging from Deep fried goodness to leafy loveliness, there is something for whatever you’re in the mood for. I love their specials, they always offer variety. I wish the garlic battered mushrooms were always on the menu.
Read moreThey have a huuuuge variety of cakes. We pop in every time we go to Southampton. They also have a little shop section so you can buy vegan cheeses too.
Pros: So many options
Guest
EloiseRouse
Points +15
A great vegan cafe to get food and drink - Edit
Cafe Thrive is a friendly cafe that has lots of options and the food and drink tastes amazing.
Read morePros: Very friendly, Completely vegan, Very tasty
Guest
ToastyTea
Points +148
Yummy fast food & cakes - Edit
Excellent at what they do, toasted sandwiches, burgers etc and lots of yummy cakes!
Read moreGood value must visit if in Southampton.
My fav is the seitan new Yorker very tasty!
Guest
prez
Points +874
Alright - Edit
I don’t find the staff super friendly, not the best seitan but great sweets
Read moreGuest
LettuceJackfruit
Points +212
Great vegan restaurant - Edit
All vegan restaurant. There is seating downstairs and upstairs but it tends to get quite busy. Although the set menu is a bit limited (It is basically a choice between burgers or salad bowls) there are new specials every week and a huge counter of pastries and cakes as well as other vegan products on sale. The staff are friendly. We have eaten here many times and only once had any issues so I presume that was a rare off day.
Read morePros: Always new specials available
Cons: Set menu a little limited
Guest
mockrice18
Points +16
Great lunch spot - Edit
Really well made food and generous portions. Selection of cakes was incredible.
Read moreGuest
MattDurRant
Points +105
Top drawer All-Vegan Cafe - Edit
Really delicious, nice vibe, so many options whether you want to be healthy or not :)
Read morePros: All vegan, Huge range of food, Well-priced
Guest
StephanieTucker
Points +366
Great choice - Edit
Visited yesterday for the first time after finding on here. Had the chicken burger & sweet potato fries. Great taste & price! Couldn't manage a cake, but bought one to take away, the Viennese Whirl was yummy. Would definitely go again.
Read more************************************
Visited again early Feb 23, and had a lovely Buddha Bowl and ice cream shake. Friendly service, good food & reasonably priced.
Updated from previous review on 2019-12-15
Pros: Lots of options , Great price , Friendly staff
Guest
KittyAsAVegan
Points +750
The best vegan spot in Southampton!! - Edit
This place is hands down the best vegan spot in Southampton! I’ve visited a few times for breakfast, lunch and dinner and I’ve always been totally amazed with their food! The staff are super friendly and knowledgeable, the food is UNREAL, and they even sell lots of great grocery / packaged goods. Last visit we had the full thrive breakfast which was truly the best vegan breakfast I’ve ever had. You really have to stop here if you’re in Southampton 😄
Read moreGuest
AlexWilcox
Points +44
Vegan heaven - Edit
Great cup of coffee and loads of options
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-01-06
Pros: Loads of options from Breakfast to dinner
Guest
robpeck98
Points +618
Good comfort food - Edit
Good comfort food/hangover food, but honestly this place is over-rated as hell. The Staff are always friendly and the cakes are the best bit, but I think we’ve overhyped the food because it’s great to have a place that’s completely vegan in Southampton. For me, it’s a little over-greasy.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-12-14
Guest
davesowerbywilliams
Points +1691
Great venue - Edit
Really lovely little vegan place
Read morePros: Entirely vegan, Delicious food, Friendly staff
Cons: Very busy at peak times
Guest
Denkar23
Points +36
Christmas burger - Edit
The Christmas burger is amazing!
Read moreCarrots, sprouts, gravy, stuffing and cranberry sauce with burger all in a bun.
Need to go back for another
Guest
ShannenTunnicliffe
Points +873
One of my favourite vegan cafes! - Edit
I come here wayyyyyy too often!
Read moreThe food is amazing, really good prices and so much variety.
I am making my way through trying the entire menu!
10/10 would recommend.
Pros: Tasty varied menu, Affordable prices, Looks of different specials
Cons: Sometimes a bit of a wait on food
Guest
Lisseroo
Points +467
Great food, friendly staff. - Edit
Plenty of fairly priced options to choose from. We tried the chicken fries and then chicken was unlike I’d had before but in a good way! The kebab was also tasty. Very busy on a Saturday lunch !
Read moreGuest
laurenweavers
Points +15
Great Vegan Cafe - Edit
I love Cafe Thrive for having so many options and delicious food.
Read morePros: Fully vegan menu
Cons: Orders can be a slow sometimes , I did get overcooked chips once
Guest
markandkerry
Points +66
Great vegan cafe! - Edit
Eaten here a few times and have always enjoyed the food. New specials every week. Great cake selection too. Reccomended!
Read moreGuest
HeatherPhelps
Points +502
What's not to love?! - Edit
There's always something new to try at Cafe Thrive, and the staff are so lovely. I tried the SLT sandwich which is my new favourite! The cakes are also amazing and the cronuts are a particular favourite among my friends. Would love longer opening hours!
Read morePros: Fully vegan!, Monthly specials, Generous portions
Guest
IanMackridge
Points +13
Lovely Meal - Edit
Nice atmosphere
Read morePros: Great Value, Brilliant Selection
Guest
LittleAliceFell
Points +2499
Relaxed cafe and yummy food! - Edit
Relaxed atmosphere with lovely staff. Good amount of gluten-free options and huge variety of standard menu items. The wholefood burger was absolutely delicious, though the loaded fries were a bit cold and sickly. Overall was a good experience and definitely worth visiting if in Southampton.
Read moreUPDATED TO FIVE STARS AFTER SECOND VISIT - ordered a takeaway and the food was super hot, arrived very quickly and incredibly delicious! Definitely recommend!
Updated from previous review on 2022-08-05
Pros: Gluten free options, Lovely staff
Guest
TrixieFirecracker
Points +4988
Food coma! - Edit
They have quite a big menu, it was hard to pick. I think I've put on half a stone. If you like your vegan junk food, you need to go here. I also bought a couple of chocolate items I've not seen before from their little shop area. I ordered mostly from their special Oktoberfest menu on this week but they have similar oily dishes with faux meats that won't disappoint.
Read moreGuest
robnod
Points +25
This place is awesome - Edit
I’m glad I’ve got relatives in Southampton as it gives me a reason to go back😀
Read morePros: So many options , Great staff
Cons: None
Guest
Cat._h
Points +30
Vegan Food to die for - Edit
Delicious, amazing food, amazing choice, relaxed and friendly atmosphere
Read moreTried the build your own salad with crispy seitan, sun dried tomatoes, crispy onion, garlic sauce
Large selection of cakes and sweet treats - cookie pie slice was incredible!
Updated from previous review on 2022-10-13
Pros: Amazing options , Friendly
Guest
Oscarbonnar
Points +84
Unique and filling food, - Edit
Chinese take away burger?! Tasted so good, I’d just say don’t over order, you’ll be getting full quick!
Read moreGuest
ChrisJolliffe
Points +199
Fantastic vegan food! - Edit
We had a burger, satay seitan combo meal and Mexican style chips. Delicious! I’m already looking forward to going back!
Read moreGuest
TomMiller
Points +38
Taken too long to visit! - Edit
I love that everything here is vegan! Lots of choice and reasonable prices in comparison with plenty of other places. The food is very good too and filling.
Read moreI had the Asian salad bowl and my fiance had the German dog and we decided to share some loaded chips.
After about 10 mins of ravenous eating we were both stuffed and regretting our choices!
Pros: Everything is vegan, Lots of different cuisine styles, Whole food items & fast food style
Cons: There isn't more of them!! , Nothing
Guest
For Members
Why was my review removed? Guidelines for writing a review View our privacy policyFor Business Owners
Claim this business
See inaccurate information? Submit an update here Link to this page from your site See an unfair review? View full terms & conditionsThis page has been viewed 41073 times.