Sift : Cafe & Bakery in Leeds

Met up with a friend for lunch here yesterday, had a lovely veggie lunch in this cafe in the heart of Otley. We each had sandwiches and they were delicious. I am gluten intolerant so was pleased to see that gluten free and vegan diets are well catered for here. I also had a vegan and gluten free cake, which I think was coconut and date - absolutely gorgeous! Our meal was good value too and staff were friendly and helpful. We will definitely be returning to Sift!

My sister who can only eat gluten-free food and I called in for coffee, but we could not resist the cakes, they have a superb selection of vegan and gluten-free cakes, I had a gluten-free cake and it was delicious. So we then bought some to take home. Whenever my sister visits me (she lives in Scotland) we always go for coffee and a delicious cake.

We ordered our wedding celebration cake from Sift and it was perfect. After emailing with Rosie we decided on the size, flavour and decoration and it was exactly what we were hoping for. Everyone commented on it on the day and we're so glad we still have some in the freezer ☺️ we also love visiting the cafe. Would 100% recommend!

Lovely vegetarian lunch and cakes from staff who were warm and friendly. Really accommodating for our disabled child as well which was very much appreciated.

I've been here a few times now, and Otley is very lucky to have such a nice cafe! I've had a few cakes and they've all been amazing, great coffee and hot chocolate. Always really friendly service, and they're dog friendly too!

Quintessentially quaint and well kept British cafe with beautifully presented, healthy, home made food. Friendly staff who were flexible to adapt to child food requests. Tasteful decor and relaxing atmosphere to chill with safe covid feel. Amazing presentation of food. We loved the granola, avocado toast and humous toast. Also lots of delicious looking cakes.

Absolutely amazing flavours! Can never just pick one cake, we order almost everything on the menu every time we go. Definitely fix any sweet tooth cravings when they strike.

My sister and I have to pop into sift whenever we are in otley. There’s a trillion different cake options, and so many vegan ones too, there’s nobody who does cake better! This week (went twice, whoopppss!!) we had banoffee, and a coffee and pecan cake. Both were incredible. Lovely latte too. Also wonderful to go somewhere that still wants to make sure everything is safe and clean. Xx

It's always nice to find a place that prides itself on being vegetarian/vegan establishment. I have had the pleasure of enjoying the cakes multiple times from Sift but hadn't actually had a chance to sit down and really enjoy what they had to offer on their menu. After being greeted and seated we were served by Hayley, who was incredibly helpful and polite. Nothing was too much hassle. After ordering the drinks, I could tell that Hayley was a highly skilled barista because the drinks were not only delicious and impressive looking, they were also the correct temperature. Far too often I have had burnt, nasty drinks from lousy chain cafes that were hotter than the sun and poorly executed. These were so far from that, made with love. They even have an array of different non dairy 'milk' types to accommodate different preferences and dietary needs! Along with my drink, I ordered the Avocado toast (which I would highly recommend as a light bite). We weren't waiting long as the food arrived swiftly. It was flavourful, fresh and put together with care (very instagramable!!). I followed it up with a Mocha flavoured cake which was, as always spot on! They normally have quite a few different ones to chose one, but the mocha is one of my personal favourites. I would highly recommend anybody to take the time to visit Sift. Not only because they serve delicious food and drink, but they really care about your experience. I really want to say thank you to Hayley and the rest of the team for always making my visits memorable. I will be back soon!

What is not to like? The staff are friendly, the food is amazing, the coffee is always perfect and the cakes are unreal. If you're going to be in Otley, don't miss out!

People should be made aware that this is principally a vegetarian/vegan cafe which is not made clear. Therefore the operatives will not touch meat, so only cheese and vegetables are available. I am gluten free for medical reasons, whereas vegitarianism is a life choice, which is fine for them as long as they make it clear that everything else comes second. They put gluten free in a way which indicated that this had had equal consideration. The operative who was vegetarian responded to my requests for other sandwich fillings as if I was stupid because in her view it was obvious that the cafe was primarily for vegetarians. It is not obvious. I chose an overpriced cheese toasty which was not very well filled and a gluten free cake which at best could be described as dry. The cake had pieces of dried flower on, which I picked out as I have multiple allergies. They should specify what is in their goods for health reasons. As this was a birthday celebration, especially because of the abrasive manner of the vegetarian lady the element of joy and celebration was erased.

An absolute gem of a cafe! I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone. It's also clearly a veggie cafe with so many vegan options (I can throughly recommend the smores cupcake or the avocado on toast!) The iced dirty chai latte is also, a game changer. They've recently opened up the downstairs for sit-ins when we paid a visit.. Overall a lovely, clean space and I felt very welcomed by the helpful and friendly staff. Well worth a visit if you're in the area. PS. Possibly most importantly, the coffee is very good.

This was the second time I’d visited Sift and I plan on making many more visits in future - although my waistline may not thank me! I’m not from the area but this cake and bake shop is easily the highlight of a day trip to Otley and I highly recommend popping in for a treat. There is a fantastic range of baked goods for a variety of dietary requirements. The love and care that goes into each one is very clear to see. The cakes look like works of art and taste... out of this world! Absolutely delicious!! The cafe itself is very cute, with lovely decor and vintage details and both times I’ve visited the staff were impeccable: friendly, polite, answered any questions I had and can’t do enough to help. I’m hard of hearing so I appreciate a little extra patience when I have to ask people to repeat things and the staff here are fantastic! Looking forward to my next trip to Otley already :D

Lovely little place if you are either on the go or stopping to have a coffee and a cake. Best coffee in Otley!

I've visited here numerous times, whether that is to sit in and have a cake with a coffee or get a nice brownie after a long walk, and each time it has been a solid staple. I haven't visited since the latest lockdown restriction eased but Sift's Instagram is making me jealous of all the treats I'm missing!

Could not recommend this place more! I ordered an 8”coconut, passion fruit and raspberry cake for my boyfriend’s birthday and I have made the best choice for choosing Sift! The cake’s appearance was gorgeous, the taste was incredible. Rosie was so friendly, helpful and understanding....

Nothing beats the cakes from Sift. The biscoff millionaire is a fave! The vegan sausage rolls are also a winner!

I'm a regular visitor to Sift Cafe, due mainly to the wonderful selection of cakes on offer. They have a range of options, including vegan and gluten free, which change from week to week so you never get bored! They're all tasty but I'd recommend...

Sift is a stunning little coffee shop in Otley, decor is amazing both inside and out with a lovely feel. Lots of plants and artwork inside which is great when dining in too! The cakes are delicious, fresh and beautifully decorated - so much so...

Being back in Yorkshire a couple of weeks ago, I had to visit Sift for my cake fix. The staff are lovely and had clearly been working very hard to make the small cafe space safe for customers - I sat in for a delicious...

I recently stopped for lunch and I’m sad to say that I hugely regretted my choice. The soup was lentil and it was Indeed the worst soup I have ever had...a bland taste and dish water consistency... the saddest thing that anyone has ever made...

I had few coffees here during the locked down for covid and few times afterwards. They didn’t have customers around during the locked down and the coffee they served was perfect, and beautifully designed. Sadly the quality decreased ... the problem with some of local...

As a family we have visited sift both pre and during lockdown. The lockdown safety measures are great, the cakes are delicious and the staff are lovely. A box of sift cakes is very much looked forward to in our house. If you’ve got a...

I’ve been visiting here (take out only) since it re opened in lockdown and the cakes are amazing. Particularly the banana biscoff, I think it’s one of the best cakes I’ve ever had. The cafe is super cute and feels very safe with its current...

I have been wanting to come to here for quite a while now, as the cafe looks so cosy and their display of cakes has always seemed tempting. At the moment, it is (rightly so) takeaway only and only 2 customers in at a time,...

Lovely little cafe! I got a hot chocolate with oat milk, made with real chocolate, nicest vegan hot chocolate I've had. Lots of vegan and gluten free options. Nicest vegan cakes I've found anywhere! We shared a banana & biscoff cake and a blueberry &...

I have a real soft spot for Otley but my past experience of vegetarian lunches there has been discouraging. Wandering down to the riverside from the town centre in the late morning sunshine yesterday, however, we spotted Sift, had a quick scan of the menu...

The best cakes in Leeds, with plenty of vegan and GF options 😍 great coffee. Very nice decor and chalkboards! Lovely staff 🖤

I cannot speak highly enough of this cafe!Since going vegan I have struggled to find cakes but Sift cakes are divine (my non vegan partner agrees and picks their vegan cakes too). I can't recommend a visit enough; wonderful coffee, delicious cake, and a lovely...

What a little gem of a place....Coffee and cake...lovely surroundings...had the lemon and lavender cake and my friend had the pumpkun spice white hot chocolate ..definitely visit again

Simple and original tasty menu, fresh ingredients, Warm spirit. Comfy seating and good coffee. Railings outside to lock a push bike on 👌

Lovely friendly and relaxing atmosphere. Nice coffee and cakes at great prices,highly recommended! Will call by again when next in Otley.

This is one of my favourite places to go for a coffee. The coffees here are some of my favourites in the whole of Leeds, and the cakes are all amazing. Would recommend the white chocolate mocha!

Sift is a lovely 70s style retro cafe in the heart of Otley. Offers a small seated area downstairs and additional seating upstairs. The way the style carries throughout the cafe is lovely. Lovely and friendly staff were very welcoming, and the range of cakes...

Visited with family, got the vegan sandwich with hummus and roast vegetables. The roast vegetables were only red peppers and they didn’t seem very roasted to me. Regardless, bread and hummus were excellent and the coffee was good too. Would still recommend!

This is a great little place. We bought some excellent cakes and the young lady in the shop was delightful too. Well worth a trip.

A lovely little cafe in the beautiful town of Otley. Not a huge amount of space inside but lovely decoration, and friendly,helpful staff. Met up with a friend for coffee and cake and stumbled across this cafe online after looking for somewhere that would cater...

Found this place by chance after I was finished at the craft fair at the Courthouse. Lovely lunch, had the grilled cheese sandwich and it came with some quinoa, crisps and chutney - totally unexpected mix but it all tasted great together. Also a plus...

We really liked this small independent cafe. Why would you bother with the large chains when you can get a significantly better cup of coffee and a delicious cake at somewhere like Sift! The cafe is light and furnished with bright modern colours - look...

In a small town saturated with cafés, this all vegatarian delight stands out. The café is over two floors, is dog friendly, and very accommodating (I often visit with my friend and her young baby). Along with their breakfast and lunch menu, there is always...

Very nice and clean, good quality coffee and cake. Finlay my King Charles is allowed in, so that's good. Lacks a bit of ambience for me. But give it it try. Each to their own. You wont be disappointed. In the service or the food...

We come to sift as often as we can, they always have incredible cakes (and such a huge selection it’s amazing how they manage to make so many varieties). The coffee is excellent or if you fancy something different the chai latte is wonderful. All...

My husband & I visited Sift Cafe & Bakery for the first time today. It is a well appointed compact, clean & tidy cafe. The two ladies were friendly & attentive. My husband enjoyed toast with butter & marmalade & I enjoyed a delicious bowl...

I recently discovered this total beauty of a cafe and loved it so much I marched my husband and two 4-year-olds there for Mother's Day. Working backwards, the cakes were to die for - absolutely delicious flavours and enough to make sure you return to...

I absolutely adore Sift, it is by far the best cafe in Leeds never mind Otley! There are so many things about sift that make it so amazing, the staff are super friendly, the cakes are to die for, it’s dog friendly, a great place...

Absolutely beautiful cafe with lovely staff, great coffee and an amazing selection of cakes (most of which are either gluten free or vegan, or both!). We come in here pretty much every weekend for a cake because they’re just so good.

If I lived closer it would be dangerous. Super little menu which is perfect for lunch just make sure you leave room for a cake afterwards! I've also popped in for take-away cakes before which was super easy. An all-round gem in Otley.

Just popped in for coffee and a cake for the two of us. Friendly staff, good range of delicious cakes and the coffee was good too. Always nice to find somewhere that makes the micro-pooch welcome too - a bonus point for that. :)

Absolutely delightful! The food is delish and the cakes even better (superb as I’m vegan) I’ve never been anywhere where I constantly want to steal their deco ideas. It’s just so pretty. The girls who run it are super nice too. It’s defo worth a...

Lovely relaxed café with delicious food and plenty of vegan options. The fresh apple juice is really nice and I love that it's not ridiculously overpriced as fresh juice tends to be in most places. They also offer oat or soy milk at no extra...

Beautiful cafe with lovely staff. Lots of delicious vegan options. Thank you for bringing vegan food to otley centre!

Recommended by a friend we managed to call in for a morning coffee today. What a lovely, friendly and relaxed spot this is. The selection of cakes and sweet treats looked fabulous. So much so that after being good and resisting we decided to opt...

Sift is a pleasant little cafe. It is entirely vegetarian, but as we were only in for coffee and cake it didn’t really matter. The aforementioned coffee and cakes were very good, and if I fancied something more substantial, I must say that the grilled...

I ordered a gluten free, nut free birthday cake for a family celebration, and Rosie provided the most wonderful and tasty cake for us. Red velvet sponge with a chocolate glaze topping. Excellent value as well. Would thoroughly recommend Sift Bakery.

The cakes are amazing. Coffee is great and staff friendly. Family friendly too, kids love visiting here.

So my mum has recently become vegan and looking for a cake for her birthday was hard work! However I heard that Sift had vegan cakes so I e-mailed The woman was lovely, bubbly and very helpful! I got a chocolate and peanut cake it...

Had a ride out to Otley with the dog especially after seeing Sift Cafe pop up on Facebook. Absolutely worth the trip! Fantastic decor, clean, friendly staff and delicious vegan cakes! We had 3 to share between 2 of us :) Have to give the...

The cakes in Sift are always so fabulous, both to look at and to eat. The staff are really friendly and it's such a cute little cafe. It's also dog friendly which is great. The bathroom wallpaper is a must-see too!

Found this little cafe on arrival in Otley, enjoyed a lovely lunchtime meal. I had courgette and mint soup with chunky bread, DELICIOUS. We hoped to visit again during the week, but didn’t make it until the following Saturday as we were traveling back home....

Love Sift! The cakes outstanding, and I’m a great fan of the vegan iced chai lattes on these hot summer days.

Lovely cafe with amazing cakes. I visited with my family and had a cup of tea and a slice of banana cake, simply wonderful!

Amazing cakes Amazing pancakes (on pancake day!) Lovely customer service. I bought a tote bag, so cute + handy. Lovely coffees. Lovely owner. Such a lovely space too, don't get me started on the colour scheme. The best!

Visited with a friend who lives in Otley. It is an unassuming cafe but she said the cakes were delicious and she was not wrong! I was skeptical as I had heard it was vegetarian or vegan but I had the best cake of my...

This cafe has all of my favourite things: cakes that look beautiful and also taste delicious, lovely savoury food, vegan options every day, good music playing, greetings cards and prints from independent artists to browse, a wonderfully curated magazine rack, a range of coffees and...

I have been to Sift several times in the past few months, either with friends or with my partner and it never disappoints. The cakes are delicious and could not recommend higher, they are amazing - and you would not know that the vegan cakes...

I visited Otley for the first time a few weeks ago, I had already been following sift on Instagram so was itching to check it out! We had a nice long walk though the Chevin Forest park and a stop for a slice of cake...

Great little café serving vegetarian and vegan meals and cakes. Their various light meals seem to change from time to time but their avocado on toast is to be recommended. Dog friendly with friendly staff. Good coffee.

I have never been in such a beautiful cafe, the cakes were amazing and the staff were super friendly. I wish I lived closer so I could go there all the time!

We visited here on a quiet Sunday morning and the place is just so bright and airy and plays good music and I loved sitting in there in the sunshine. It’s a tiny place, and basically doesn’t have kitchen space, but I think they do...

I've visited the cafe a few times, eaten both the savoury and sweet food, all of which is delicious! Rosie also made some cakes to order for my last day at work - delicious chocolate cake and a few small cakes too! Everyone commented on...

Bijou vegetarian and vegan café. Friendly service, beautiful coffee and the most amazingly delicious Guinness and chocolate cake. Possibly the best cake I've ever eaten. Will definitely be back.

Cool little cafe in Otley centre serving tea and quality coffee and amazing cakes hand-baked on the premises. Really loved the styling. Retro formica table tops, art prints to browse and buy as well as a good selection of magazines and greetings cards. And some...

Sift has a small but tasty menu. I had the avocado on toast and a pecan flapjack, both very good. Lovely decor. Friendly, helpful service.

Called for hot chocolate and cake on a very wet day. Warmly greeted but had problems deciding on which of the amazing cakes to try. We each had a different cake and we were in cake heaven. Light, moist, sweet, fattening... everything a cake should...

This cafe is so sweet: stylish and colourful interior (and exterior), great veggie menu, good cakes and fab coffee! I work in Otley and it’s fast become my first option for a lunchtime treat, whether that’s food, a cake or a takeaway coffee (lots of...

We recently spent the Easter weekend celebrating my sister's 30th birthday and Sift’s gorgeous cupcakes took centre stage. Two of my friends are vegan so I asked for 6 vegan friendly cupcakes and Sift certainly delivered. The cupcakes ranged from carrot cake cupcakes (my sister’s...

We stopped here one Sunday before a walk in the chevin and we really enjoyed it. The menu isn’t the biggest (which I assume is due to having a tiny kitchen) but what they do offer they do really well. The cakes however are perfect,...

What a great place wonderful decor friendly staff and service lovely food go and visit them they also bake all their own cakes

Having won Tea and Cake for two, in one of the #independentleeds advent calendar prize drawers over Christmas, I decided to drop in and collect my prize. From the outside the newly renovated building looks great. On entering the café feels light and airy with...

After stumbling across Sift on social media, we made a trip to Otley and were not disappointed. The cafe is decorated and furnished beautifully, and there was a good selection of cakes. I had the toffee apple cake which was really tasty, as well as...

Great coffee, cakes and light lunch. Weekend special baked porridge to be recommended, although avocado-on-toast is excellent and all of the cakes are lovely.

Home made delicious cakes,, lovely coffee and tea, unusual decor with comfortable seating. Reasonable prices and pleasant owner

My wife thoroughly enjoyed the peanut butter and jam crumble cake. My coffee and walnut cake was very nice. Coffee hot and the taste was excellent. Staff very friendly and efficient, even brought some water for our dog. Highly recommend.