I always come here to get something for my daughter.
They have very nice slices for dessert and they are reasonably priced.
Very friendly staff and they are always informative.
A Vegans Paradise
Finally got to this vegan haven and I can't wait to go back to try everything on the menu! Yum nachos, salmon and cream cheeze bagel, coffee and banofee pie. Kids loved macaroni no idea it wasn't dairy. Peeps are awesome, love this place, couldn't fault a thing
I love the milkshakes here. They have a good range of interesting flavours. I really enjoy the Snickers (Caramel and nut) Shake and the Jelly Tip (Chocolate and raspberry) Shake. The milkshakes are made with a good ice-cream and natural ingredients. The shakes are always nice and thick. I've tried one or two other flavours that were also great and would like to try more.
I've also tried the cookies and brownies but never the coffee which I may have to try sometime.
The service is superb and the people working there are very friendly.
Highly recommended.
As a gluten-intolerant vegan, this place was a dream come true! The first thing I noticed when looking at the menu was that I had more than one option, something that’s quite a novelty. I chose the very modestly-priced mushroom and tofu stroganoff with mashed potatoes, a banoffee pie and a coconut flat white. Everything was delicious and exceeded my expectations. I would also say that the sizes were ideal, neither wastefully large or too small. I’ll definitely be back the next time I’m passing through Wellington.
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I’ve been to Sweet Release many times over the last few years and so I thought I’d better spread the word and not just keep this place to myself! Not that it’s much of a secret; Sweet Release has been a mainstay of Willis Street for years now, growing from strength to strength and the organisers behind monthly Wellington market, The Vegan Vault.
I’m dairy-free and my partner is vegetarian. It’s so hard to find a place that makes treats without dairy. It also helps that these treats are frickin’ delicious. Oh, that sweet, sweet marshmallow fluff. The peanut butter brownies, Hershey's chocolate pie and lemon meringue are just a few of our favourites. Since going dairy-free I thought I’d have to give up thickshakes for good. No longer!
I'm not a big vege eater myself but they've just started putting out frozen savoury pies which you can take home and cook for tea. The chilli cheese pie was superb. No dairy! No meat!
We’ve been to a few of the baking classes and learned some valuable tips and recipes for baking vegan at home. Of course, it’s never as easy as it looks! For my 30th birthday, Sweet Release made one of their signature triple chocolate cakes. It was soooo good, so moist and demolished in seconds.
The crew are always super friendly and helpful. The menu often changes and new treats are added constantly which always keeps things fresh. Reducing waste is important to me and the team offer a 50c discount if you bring in your own coffee cup or container. Top tip: keep an eye out for the weekly specials where they bring something fun to the table.
So that’s Sweet Release. Whether you’re vegan or just an odd couple like my partner and me, you’re bound to find something you love.
Amazing food. Great service and the owner is awesome. Our food was great and came out quickly. Can't wait to see how this business expands in the future. Awesome business idea, love that this is a cruelty free vegan place to eat
Sweet Release is definitely one of my favourite places in Wellington. It's so wonderful to be able to purchase delicious vegan food, especially their wonderful desserts. There always seems to be something new on the menu.
THANKYOU SO MUCH .... Cust Service was polite , friendly and even though we arrived half an hour before close they still accomodated. We had Vegan Nachos , 2 Servings of Vegan Dumplings and Vegan Sweet Treats all do yummy. My favourite by far was the Nachos , it was a humble portion size but sooooo tasty . Been looking for a Tasty Vegan Nachos for a while as I dont eat beef and my partner is Vegan and havent found one in Auckland where we reside. THANKYOU TEAM 😍😍😍
Heard about the milkshakes so had to give them a go! Lots of different choices that can suit all tastebuds. Milkshake tastes pretty much exactly what you would expect, which can be a positive and a negative, but overall really tasty! Awesome and friendly service, super helpful too. Only criticism is there isn't much seating at all. A little tricky to find, but totally worth it!
Sweet Release is definitely one of my favourite spots in Wellington! The menu is always evolving and is a great opportunity for vegans and non-vegans to enjoy delicious sweets.
A good opportunity to improve would be to have clearer labelling on cabinet food to improve efficiency at the counter.
It's cozy. If you want to hang out, this place is great, with family or friends, and kids as well, they have board games and nice food. I tried their fried tofu, chocolate with coconut milk and cinnamon buns. Yummy. Prices range from 3.5 - 6.5 base on what I ordered. I will come back to this place again.
I ordered triple chocolate cakes from sweet release for my birthday. They were absolutely delicious, some of the best cake I've eaten in my life, and everyone at the party decided they had to have a slice, many even coming for seconds. They were so great for people with allergies or vegetarian friends which was a nice surprise for many people. My friends and family agreed they were absolutely delicious and so well presented. They made me feel so special and so happy, ordering, picking up and transporting was also a breeze. I couldn't be happier with my experience. (note cake topper numbers were added by me)
The food in this place is honestly the best vegan food in Wellington . Everytime I eat there it just fills a spot in my soul .
Highly recommend the loaded fries with not chicken also the Reuben sandwich is phenomenal .
We've just moved to Wellington and were so happy to find this lovely vegan cafe! The coffee was on point (with a tasty little brownie bite on the side), the mains were great and the cake some of the best we've ever had. Thanks for your welcoming and friendly service, we can't wait to come back again :)
I got the BBQ bowl, added some pepper, and oh my life, it was sensational for $18. Well worth it. Great atmosphere and seating and toys for kids too.
Jalitha Vishika Vithanage (Vish)
+5
This place has come a long way from humble sweet shop beginnings to a full cafe experience with all their staff paid a living wage. It just keeps coming out with great new daring and innovative vegan eats, like their uniquely juicy not steak, which you won't experience anywhere else! The list of incredible things that have come out of this place are too long for a short review, and the ones that are no longer on the menu, I'll sorely miss.
Absolutely delicious! My favorite vegan restaurant in Wellington. We had the rib burger on fry bread, mac n cheese (with added ribs), pancit, cupcakes, cookies and the oreo cinnamon rolls were soooooo good.
The happiest place on earth 🥺
Sweet Release has never ever let me down, the staff are always so kind and the atmosphere of the cafe is wonderful.
The chocolate brownies in the cabinet are my go-to and whenever I go I get as many cabinet treats as I think I can eat.
But it’s not just the treats! Every menu item I have had has been mind blowing, the mac n’ cheese, bagels and the nachos are all some of the best vegan meals I have ever had.
My non-vegan friends also love Sweet Release, it really is for everyone.
Sweet Release value sustainability, you can use your own cup and containers, and if you do need to use their takeaway containers they’re not plastic. They also have pay it forward meals and free period products in the bathrooms, you can really tell they value their customers and will do anything to help people in need.
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One of the best plant based cafes I have ever been to in New Zealand! Delicious is the only word I need.
Sweet Release is a treasure, both for vegans and for lovers of good food made by great people. During a weekend stay in Wellington, we had to visit each day–it's that good. It also pays a living wage and supports the local community.
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