Vegan
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Take-out
Bakery
The UK's only vegan pie shop in the heart of Cardiff, serving house-made plant-based pies, mash & gravy and other sides such as loaded mac & cheese and loaded dirty fries. Also has a large selection of sweet pastries, cookies, brownies, as well as coffees and milkshakes. Open Mon 10:00-16:00, Thu-Sun 10:00-16:00. Closed Tue & Wed. (Sometimes closed due to catering or traveling to events. Check Instagram for updates.)
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Last update on 13 Nov 2025 by ThePieBox
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82 Reviews
First Review by priya108
mwrtyn
Points +16
An absolute must visit - Edit
Immediately we felt invited in and had a lovely chat! The place was cozy and a lovely vibe. Got some coffee and treats and then later picked up some pies with chips and mash. So blummin tasty! If you're in the area it's really worth taking a visit. Will be going back whenever we get a chance :D
Read morePros: Really friendly and inviting, Amazing food, Stands up for amazing causes
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Weaselmaster
Points +298
Better than Brighton! - Edit
Just spent 2 days in Brighton doing some serious eating. Arrived in Cardiff at lunchtime and decided to try the Pie Box. This proved to be better than anything we’d had in Brighton. Utterly scrumptious. Sat in for Bacn and Mac pie with gravy and chips (mash was finished) then had to sample the baking: a wonderfully light raspberry and pistachio pastry filled with custard and a fab coffee topped biscuity thing.
Read moreThe space is light and bright with good solid tables that let you watch the world go by. Great range of options. I suggest they open a branch in Glasgow😋
Pros: The pies, The baking, The place
Cons: No toilet
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YoginiC
Points +40
Lovely! - Edit
The menu is not as big as it once was (vegan breakfast and French toast have gone), but what this place does, it does really well. A range of vegan pies, mash, and gravy, plus a new 'sausage' roll, and a ridiculously delicious selection of vegan cookies and pastries, which for me at least, are impossible to resist.
Read morePros: Simple menu, but lovingly made.
Cons: Quite small inside, so could get busy.
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JoMiddlewick
Points +275
Yummy - Edit
Really tasty pies and gravy
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JeroenvanTriest
Points +105
Great place for coffee pastry and homemade vegan pie. - Edit
Lovely staff and they make Everything thereself!
Read moreBest place in Cardiff
Pros: Food, Coffee, Staff
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VinnyHalai
Points +24
Amazing Vegan Pies - Edit
Great selection of vegan pies. I had the Cheezy Veg pie with chips and it was amazing. Definitely the best vegan pie I have tried.
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Frankie85
Points +836
Beautiful! - Edit
With a simple and to the point menu, exquisite cakes and wicked vibe, The Pie Box cafe on Tudor Road is one of the few remaining 100% vegan establishments in Cardiff. A testimony to their tenacity in a fast changing world and a city that was at one point saturated with vegan eateries.
Read moreThe cafe itself is small with two full tables, a window breakfast bar and a bench with a coffee table. Getting a seat required a small wait as the cafe is very popular, especially with folks passing on the river trail nearby. (You can book a table in advance.)
We ordered the French toast and the bacon, mac and cheese pie with mustard cheese mash and then had a pear custard pastry and a pistachio chocolate cookie to takeaway.
The food was filling, different and delicious something that has people queuing out the door to try.
We'll be back!
Updated from previous review on 2024-06-03
Pros: Simple and delicious menu, Exquisite cakes
Cons: Small - is it time to upgrade the premises?, No toilet, Limited parking
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JohnMorcom
Points +16
Loved it! - Edit
Amazing selection, they do brunches here also. Loved the pie and peach custard!
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jonathanrougier
Points +50
Hits the spot - Edit
Delicious pies and pastries, very good coffee, just five minutes walk from Cardiff Central station -- in the wrong direction for the centre of the city but totally worth the detour.
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edtcdf
Points +68
Exactly what Cardiff needs - Edit
Lush service, great food, brilliant style 💚
Read morePros: Service, Food, Presentation
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.ellieg.
Points +24
Amazing cookie sandwiches! - Edit
The cookie sandwiches were so delicious I can’t wait to visit again! We also took some pies to go, they were lovely and really easy to reheat at home. Make sure to check if it’s open because the timings vary depending on the day of the week.
Read morePros: friendly staff, excellent cookies, Cosy seating
Cons: varying open hours
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ali123
Points +147
Great coffee and pastry - Edit
Great coffee and yummy pastry.
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abbie_sealey
Points +16
Amazing pie and cookie sandwich - Edit
Incredibly tasty pies with a large selection and really yummy sweet bakes too.
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NotAnAmbiturner
Points +16
My favourite lunch spot - Edit
This is a fantastic little spot; its core offerings are tasty and creative takes on traditional British fare (pies, mash etc) made to completely plant based recipes. Alongside this is a café menu of coffee, cakes and cookie-sandwiches that can hold its own against any Starbucks-style coffee shop this side of Seattle. Menu is rounded out with a selection of brunch offerings: breakfast muffin, croissants etc.
Read moreIt’s a cosy spot with a friendly team so always pleasant to visit. The only thing to note is that the food can take a while to come out; it’s well worth making time for - but don’t expect to be in and out unless you’ve called ahead.
Pros: Excellent quality, Great cakes and pastries, Innovative menu
Cons: Only open Thursday through Sunday, Can take a little while for food to come out
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abbyjayne
Points +95
One of the best places to eat in Cardiff - Edit
The best homemade pies / pastries and desserts!!
Read moreVisited here a few times and loved every single time !
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Elle!
Points +15
Amazing cafe! - Edit
Went into The Pie Box cafe after seeing their sign on riverside and I was not disappointed! The atmosphere was perfect and felt so welcoming on such a rainy day. I got a dirty chai and the avocado loaded toast and it was absolutely incredible!! It’s rare you find such a unique amazing vegan cafe and this one ticks all the boxes for me! I will be recommending to everyone I know vegan or not!! ⭐️
Read morePros: Everything
Cons: Nothing
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ImogenHollins
Points +6
Everything perfect about café’s - Edit
I am a seasoned café goer, if I’m honest that is an understatement. It’s more of a daily obsession. The level of professionalism and personal attention Rose and Eleanor have is unmatched. They are both so kind, nothing is too much trouble. I highly recommend the Iced Spiced Chai with oat milk and any and all of their cakes. If you are a visitor or a resident of Cardiff, this HAS to become part of your regular cafe list. Just next to the weekly riverside market on Sundays, it is the perfect end to your perfect morning to visit there after you’ve perused the market and admired the views of the river bute. It’s my favourite café in town and I can’t wait to visit again very soon.
Read morePros: Close to town , Amazing food and drinks, Personable and professional baristas
Cons: Not open everyday
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catatonicyouths
Points +784
Must try - Edit
Small cafe with some seating. Phenomenal food. No bathroom.
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juhrodrigues
Points +100
Soooo good - Edit
Many options, everything tasted so good, friendly staff
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Jessicajeanapril
Points +1561
Great pies - Edit
We waited 2 days for the pie box to open, and it did not disappoint! We tried 2 different pies with mash, both full of flavour with a delicious, moist pastry. The mash was good, too. We also had a milkshake and a speciality coffee (pistachio and white chocolate latte), which could be hot or cold. Both drinks were delicious and came with whipped cream.
Read moreWe took cakes home with us. Both moist and delicious.
I wish this place was open throughout the week and earlier so we could get some pastries for breakfast!
A must visit if you are in Cardiff.
Pros: All vegan, Friendly staff
Cons: Not open early enough
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OxyKop
Points +237
Vegan pies and brownies nearby Cardiff Central - Edit
Close to the Cardiff Central train and bus station (5-7 min. walk).
Read moreLovely athmosphere: natural wood furniture, relaxing, good for meetup in the city. They do cold and hot drinks, too. Their brownies and sweets look and taste great. The pies are their own, homemade. They also deliver via Uber Eats. Dogs are welcome.
I had a chicken and mushroom pie, and it was filling, with lovely hot gooey cheesy mushrooms centre. I also had a brownie with lots of chocolate on it. I felt stuffed!
The only thing I would like to be different is that pies are baked in aluminium forms, and aluminium, especially when heated, is a neurotoxin.
It's so good to have a plant-based place in the town! #Veganuary
Updated from previous review on 2025-05-24
Pros: Both savory and sweet food, hot and cold drinks, Natural wood in furniture, nice touch!, Close to Hanes, St David's mall, Cardiff Central
Cons: I personally try not to bake in aluminium forms, Server lady was lovely, but may be hard to call, From outside the place may look closed (dim lights
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MrSouthLondon
Points +81
Wonderful Pie Creamy Peppery Mash - Edit
Very enjoyable, the food I had was so good I just wished I could have sampled more of the menu.
Read morePros: Taste, Options, All Vegan!
Cons: Small seating area
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eloise.may
Points +329
Lovely sweet goodies! - Edit
We popped into the cafe for some pastries before leaving Cardiff. There were a few yummy options, even though we arrived after midday.
Read moreThe raspberry/coconut/pistachio pastry was especially dreamy!!
Lovely location for the cafe, as we took a stroll along the river and enjoyed our baked goods in Sophia Gardens.
We look forward to trying the savoury pies when we return to Cardiff!
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elmadd
Points +77
Always amazing! - Edit
Been here on all manner of occasions and it's always so so delicious! Great brunch and lunch options, and a fab range of sweet treats for afterwards, all in a cosy and friendly environment! Also shout out to our lovely valentines meal here last year < 3
Read morePros: Dog friendly, Great atmosphere, Nice location
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MissMac9
Points +82
Frankie - Edit
The food was so good we returned the next day. Arrived around half 3, feasted on ale one and the beeef one with:
Read more1. sheesy mash &
2. garlicky mash (with mustardy bits) Mmmm...had the good fortune to be given a freebie end of day lush peach pastry. Wow.
Returned midday and tried the chic'n leek pie, avo loaded toast...& had to get a biscoff milkshake & pistachio double cookie to go.
Pros: Top pies, fancy mash & gravy , Peach pastry, The lush dressing on the avo spinach loaded toast
Cons: Nope
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vikoshi
Points +19
Great little place close to the stadium - Edit
Amazing hot chocolate and nice brunch options.
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Potato&molasses
Points +16
Cute and cozy ! - Edit
Such a cute vibe and lovely space. Great food and AMAZING COFFEE
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