Canteen 18 in Swansea

Love the new look of the place and the wide choice on the new menu! On my first time in I had the hash brown stack with a side of avocado 10/10 would recommend. The coffee is also delicious and the prices are very reasonable, will be back often thanks guys!

Went in for a late lunch whilst taking my youngest for a driving lesson. Lovely food and very good coffee. We will definitely make it a stop off in the future. I had the Falafel bowl and they had the Margarita Toastie. Both very tasty. If I had one critique it would be the prices but that won’t stop us returning as it’s high quality and a nice atmosphere.

Absolutely brilliant food great service reasonably priced couldn't ask for more

What an absolute gem! Food , service and chilled atmosphere was amazing. Great breakfast and the lunch menu looked so good we wanted to stay for that as well!! Worth travelling for! :)

Came here for a great vegan breakfast & smoothies at a very good price

Loved this hidden gem.. food was gorgeous and a great selection

Went here twice with my wife during a short break in Swansea and enjoyed it for the most part. My wife had Tofish and chips, I had a Burger and chips on one occasion, and we both had no-egg mayo baguette for lunch another day which was all very nice. The only niggles were the seating wasn't that comfortable and extra ketchup was another 50p which was a little surprising considering the price of the food, but overall a very good experience and would definitely recommend it.

Great food ,large portions. First time I have been there and looking forward to the next . Very chilled atmosphere. Also dog friendly.

Fantastic selection of dishes and very friendly service!

Fantastic Café! Very good vegan options from an extensive menu, looking forward to returning.

All plant based breakfasts including the extra garlic mushrooms were the best any of us have had in 4 years of being vegan!!

Nice food, good size portions, great, helpful customer service. They are up front/open about possible cross contamination, food allergies etc. Good choices of food, cakes, smoothies, teas, other drinks available Nice seating layout, clean, ventilated Impressed! Will definitely go back there! x

Lovely welcoming atmosphere, food was delicious and staff were lots of help with providing recommendations. I was sceptical of the fish finger sandwich, but it ended up being so much better than I could have imagined. Chips were also cooked very fresh, definitely had the home cooked vibe

Lovely staff, super helpful and delicious food!! Will be back

First visit here. Whilst there was a good selection of meals, I felt there was too much of an emphasis on the 'fake' meat. Would have liked to have seen a vegan curry, chilli, lasagne or a pie on menu. Food we ordered was nice, as were the coffees and especially the cakes! I would say that meals are slightly overpriced though. Paying 8.50 for a burger and an extra £5 for chips was a bit much.

Tasty wide range of savoury food. I've been here before for savoury food and I'm very fond of their Tofish and Chips, which I think is a favourite from the looks of other reviews. I also love that they provide vegan versions of 'normal' foods. However, I went back with my partner who has a mild allergy / intolerance. She asked the staff what they had that she could eat and got such a hostile response from one particular member of staff that I couldn't believe it! Firstly the member of staff spoke to my partner like she was an idiot for thinking they might have anything she could eat. My partner then asked for an allergy matrix or some further ingredients information. At first the waitress said yes, but then rather then providing us with the information we had requested, she came back and told us grumpily that there were nothing she could eat and asked if she was going to order or not. Sadly by this point I had already ordered so we couldn't just leave. I then heard the same member of staff make an unpleasant comment about a customer to a co-worker which is a massive no! As someone who's worked in customer service myself I couldn't believe it! And I felt so awful for dragging my partner there. She was in tears afterwards. Anyway, the food is great but I would avoid like the plague if you have any allergies because they are not respectful about it. I don't think I'll go again after that.

Fantistic place! Fantastic food! Fantastic location! Fantastic selection! Fantastic service! Fantastic staff! Fantastic quality! Fantastic value! All fantastically vegan! 10 out of 10!

Meny people in and out frendly staff

Food amazing. Great selection and the staff were really helpful and lovely. :)

A must go place. Food is amazing, staff very friendly :) Place is dog friendly too. A lot of very nice choices and a lot of gluten free options

Quality food, friendly staff, quaint setting, clean, efficient service

Don’t ask for a flat white coffee- it was in drinkable

Not noticed this vegan cafe before, had to go in, good selection tasty food, only downside was getting a parking ticket whilst I ate 😢

Lovely atmosphere, service and food!

Good food with nice selection of cakes. Drinks were nice and friendly service.

Lovely Food friendly staff. Great menu with lots of choice. Thoroughly enjoyed

A very welcoming and friendly place to eat. We have been twice as a family and have so far tried the English breakfast, Sunday dinner, Budda bowl, burgers, hot dog sausages and chips. We all enjoyed it - even my fussy eater! There is also a wide selection of snacks and desserts. The staff is happy to adjust meals to our requests and even gave us tips on preparing vegan dishes. The meals are delicious and filling, making this an easy choice for a vegan meal out.

Came here with kids for some late breakfast on Sunday morning, we've had pancakes with fruit and smoothies. Everything was delicious and I can't wait to come back and try full vegan breakfast as it looked delicious.

We visited this lovely vegan eatery for our pre- race meal before the Swansea Half Marathon. We were made to feel welcome straight away by the friendly staff. The food is excellent, l enjoyed the Tofufish, marvellous, and my wife had the double " Cheese" burger. Good thing we were both running the next day as we both left feeling full. Ran our fastest time for a couple of years the next day as a result! Must have been the food and not the fact that the course is virtually flat! So in summary friendly staff, great food and a nice atmosphere. Highly recommended.

Friendly service and fantastic food!

Best breakfast I've ever eaten. Delicious smoothies. The whole menu looks fantastic. Staff are very friendly.

Intimate, warm, great food. Loved it!

Lovely food and service, definitely try the tofish and chips. I've taken meat eaters here and they've still enjoyed the food here a lot. Only one small criticism: when they ask you if you want mayo etc they often forget to tell you it'll be extra money, so make sure to ask beforehand :) (understandable that they charge for mayo as it's homemade and delicious though)

Canteen 18 scores highly for its atmosphere and the warmth of the people running it. It offers a fair range of vegan dishes, including delicious cakes, ice cream, and savory items. Non-vegans can get by on a (non-meat) spicy rib roll or southern fried chicken burger. There is a pretty good selection of drinks (understandably no draft beer due to COVID-restricted opening hours), and the wine in particular is excellent value. If I have a constructive comment it is that Fliss should widen the menu beyond brunch (which isn't good for the waistline) and salads to include curries and other pulse or nut-based dishes. The cafe would then come close to perfection.

Popped in with my vegan pal for a bit of scran and a tinny. Absolutely banging, breakfast was delectable and I'm not even a vegan. Cracking local beers available. 10/10 will scran again.

First time visiting here. Really lovely and cosy place. Ordered the chicken burger and chips. The chicken piece was massive and covered with good crunchy breadcrumbs. The chips were crunchy, light and fluffy. Ordered a water and was given a glass and a bottle of water which is a nice touch. As a bonus, the people working there are lovely and friendly as well. Highly recommended and I will certainly be going back there.

Fantastic food and very friendly staff highly recommend

Just wow. Best vegan food i have had. Lovely staff and service. Also very reasonably priced

We had chocolate Oreo milkshake while we waited for our takeaway, which was amazing with a brownie dunked on top! Tofish and chips was incredible, as was the double cheese burger, both of which were great portion sizing and great value for money. The curry sauce was so good it’s almost drinkable! Thank you so much for an awesome meal!

Lovely homely vegan café with an amazing selection of fresh homemade vegan food.

Lovely place, with really helpful staff, had the burger and fries which was just ok, I'd rate the food we had as a 6/10. So i'd visit again but wouldn't have the same thing to eat.

Great vegan food, the choice is amazing and it's hard to actually pick what to get! Staff are super friendly and lovely atmosphere.

Great place . I searched on Google and gave the place a call . The lady gave me directions . When got there she was so friendly and welcoming. Gave me info on things and chatted to me to. . Its people like this witch brings me back to a place. Lovley food good prices chilled and relaxed. . Was chairs outside to. . Went again the next day The latte I had with hazelnut was Lovley . Better then costa . Just proves u don't need milk . Had nice food again as u can see in photo will be coming back

Awesome staff, awesome place in general. We'd recommend the Seitan 'Chicken' meal..

Stopped here around half 12 and ordered 2 cooked vegan (late) breakfasts (£8.50 pp) and hot chocolate drinks. Plenty of items inc in breakfast - sausage, rashers of bacon, black pudding, baked beans, tomato, mushrooms fresh spinach leaves, 2 hash browns, vegan style scrambled "eggs" & seeded slice of toast with spread. Very tasty, nicely presented and a relaxing atmosphere. Covid restrictions in place. The only negatives are - we waited an hour until the food arrived even though the cafe wasn't particularly busy at the point of ordering - the lady there was apologetic though (I think they were busy with pre orders for takeaway) & parking can sometimes be an issue in/around Brynmor Road.

This was a great find not far away from the dog friendly beach. Lovely place. We enjoyed our lunch very much. It was worth the wait <3

WOW! Just ate here and it blew me away. Fantastic food and great prices! Would definitely recommend the "Chicken" burger.

Have not tried their mains yet but I love all their deserts! The perfect weekend treat 💜

THE BEST!!!! Had it for the first time today and honestly the best vegan food Can’t wait to go back!

Delicious lunch, definitely recommend. Wish I ordered more! (Portions are enough, I'm just greedy) Takeaway was in a neat little cardboard box too, and not polystyrene. Props for being eco-friendly.

Superb place ,vegan cafe and I'm not vegan , prepare to have your taste buds awakend ,friendly staff ,lovely venue,support your local cafe ,go there and try them

Fabulous vegan food and friendly atmosphere. Perfect!

Amazing food and the nicest staff. 2nd visit in as many days and will be returning very soon.

Amazing food and great customer service.

Good. My daughter liked it even more. That could be because I paid.

Great service, the lady running it is so friendly and the food is amazing, can't recommend enough

Great place to go for lunch! Generous portions, lovely food, friendly staff, reasonable prices. Highly recommend. (Street parking can usually be found close by and is one hour no return.)

Lovely place and the food is just amazing! Non vegan parents thoroughly enjoyed it also.

Fliss is so amazingly lovely and accommodating and the new decor aka tables are gorgeous! Thanks for having me!

Absolutely amazing food. Love the fact the owner is more than happy to talk about her menu and vegan food with you. Can't wait to go back

Visited with my son whose vegan. He has enjoyed full breakfast and on this occasion the pancakes with syrup and fruit and smoothie I had toasted tea cakes and coffee. Huge selection of food, friendly staff. Will go back.

Excellent food and friendly staff.

I come here regularly and am never disappointed. Fliss and her team consistently serve up tasty plates of food that cater to all palates. Whether you're after a green and healthy buddha bowl or a filthy rib roll with chunky chips followed by rich chocolate cake and icecream canteen 18 has got you covered

Found this cafe googling vegan cafes in Swansea, it was well worth tracking down. Good choice of vegan options like Buddha bowls and tofu and chips, I was after a light snack so opted for the rib roll which was tasty seitan in a roll with salad. Great coffee too.

So my last review of this place was based upon the unknown - a place we had not visited before - me as a very suspicious potential vegan - a semi blinkered mind looking for a full English. Now and many visits later including this afternoon I can say once again Wow and How. The Sunday lunch was superb - the welcome warm and open and as a cherry on the cake the dessert (cake and brandy sauce shared with my wife - unfortunately as it turned out lol) was stunning. Well done - I hope the changes you have planned work out am sure they will and we will continue to visit our favourite vegan restaurant.

You better be hungry, but damn it's tasty.

Fab vegan cafe, great staff, dog friendly.

Fabulous venue, very friendly atmosphere and staff. Top notch food.

Great little cafe with a good selection of meals and sandwiches on offer. Really good coffee which I didnt think was expensive as the other review stated. Nice friendly staff. I will return 9/10

Food was delicious but staff were quite unfriendly. We entered and they turned to look at us didn't say anything and proceeded to continue talking to each other and pottering around in the kitchen area. When we ordered there was no talking nothing and was made to feel very unwelcome.

Always great food and friendly service. :)

I absolutely loved my food. Fantastic staff who are passionate about food and approachable. I’ve eaten too many bland veggie burgers this is my gold standard all burgers will be judged by this one. I’m salivating writing this as I want to go back and buy another. Home cut chips were great too.

Lovely small 100% vegan cafe with great selection of dishes including tofuish (tofu fried and served similarly to fish) freshly made sandwiches and good size cold green or hot Asian Budda bowls 😍 vegan gem of Swansea 😁

How much would you expect to pay for 2 coffees and 4 SMALL pieces of toast in a basic Cafe ??? £10.10 !! Whilst the coffee was very nice and the staff are very friendly I'm afraid that I won't visit there again.

Great vegan food, no need to check ingredients!!

I’m gonna try again. I had the green Buddha bowl and my mind can’t understand how people can like rice, tahini? green leaves and avocado. Just plain blank to me and tasteless. But as I said, I’m gonna give it another go, because it’s not easy to find a vegan restaurant around.

Stopped into this delightful cafe for a snack on Sunday morning while waiting for hubby to finish the Swansea half marathon. My scone was delicious and the staff extremely friendly.

On Holiday in wales from Buckinghamshire. Went to canteen 18 for Brunch had really Delicious full Breakfast. Non vegan friend had sosage beans chips .both enjoyed our meals .worth a visit. Staff lovely.

Absolutely love this place. Just had the breakfast with extra Tempeh, deliciousness!

Had the full breakfast with extra tempeh rashers and a nice cup of tea. Everything tasted delicious - recommended :)

Really love the food here one of the best vegan places to eat in or takeaway in Swansea. Food is really good, very friendly staff and nice atmosphere to have your food in. The food is always fresh and very tasty.

Excellent choice of vegetarian/ vegan food ...The owner and staff are really nice .. also its pet friendly

First time in an all vegan cafe. Plenty of choice on the menu n the lady working there is super friendly. Sourdough toast n smokey beans were my fave. Would go back to try the lunch menu.

The ice cream was the best in Swansea and I'm not even vegan

I have been a few times and never disappointed. Lovely food, lovely people and plant based. Couldn't ask for more.

All tastes catered for. We chose the vegan breakfast including drink about £6.50. Freshly cooked hot tasty food. Great vegan tofu scramble, along with other tasty items. We intended returning for a dinner but didn’t get time, the menu looked very appetising though. Friendly staff, nice clean eating area. Well worth a visit.

Had the most amazing tofu curry. homemade chips were delightful. All at a more than reasonable price. I will be returning asap. Swansea needs to take some inspiration.

Delicious vegan food, can't wait to go back . Staff are lovely, very friendly.

We were shopping on a Sunday and someone recommended this place to us. It does look like any ordinary cafe but inside is lovely, cosy and a warm welcome. They do a Sunday lunch, buddah bowls, breakfast, mac and cheese all vegan with gluten free options. We really enjoyed and will definitely return and recommend

Great food great value and very friendly staff - recommended for vegans

Outstanding meal ribs in bbc sauce, mmmmm, and Tofish n chips. Lovely vegan restaurant

Great food great people AND DOG FRIENDLY

Fantastic, friendly vegan cafe with a variety of dishes situated close to the seafront. A great place to refuel following Swansea Bay parkrun :)

Waited a while for the food but put that down to Christmas and first day back, the sausage sandwich was the best we've ever, ever had.

Great choice of quality vegan food

Absolutely lovely food and atmosphere. Very sweet place to visit with friendly staff. Can recommend the pastries- sausage roll and cornish pasty were delicious. However I ordered a flat white with coconut milk and what I got was a long black with a shot of coconut milk on the side so I'm not sure they do flat white

Fantastic breakfast & dinners, all vegan. Great and varied menu

Vegan cafe - total joy! Interesting range of ice cream too - mango, lime & coconut was exquisite! 😁

My wife, who is a vegetarian, and I visited Canteen 18 on a cold windy Sunday morning with no great expectations just a bucketfull of open minds. Initial impression was not brilliant outside looked like any of a million other cafes. Inside was a little better, although and I am sorry to say this is missing that certain something, cosy it is but needs an extra spark yet to make it special. I ordered the full breakfast along with builders tea my wife the avocado on soudough. Not a long wait and then the food arrived and the magic began. My vegan breakfast I must say was one of the best breakfasts of any kind I have ever had second only perhaps to Melbourne's Brother Thomas on Franklin Gardens. All freshly cooked with an excellent flavour even for me as currently a part time practising vegan. We intend to return this Sunday to hopefully experience their roast and must admit can't wait. Small gripe a little miserly on the sourdough toast 1 bite and was history - Good history but far too brief.

Fabulous food, very friendly staff. Also lots of helpful vegan advice when asked. Totally recomendrecomend for both vegans and non-vegans.