Happy Vegan Bakers Café

Super friendly staff! The food was absolutely delicious. I love finding vegan gems scattered across the state. This is definitely a must try!!! I had the English muffin with vegan Sausage and Just Egg and Cheeze. (They use Morning Star brand sausage patties) I also tried their hashbrowns. I LOVE IT!!!! (Update: we tried the french toast, it's so yummy!) (Update: the vegan crispy chicken sandwich/fried are AMAZING) (update: we tried the pancakes. They're honestly not our favorite. A bit too dry. I was expecting fluffy and moist texture. But they tasted great overall!)

Located in the heart of the city, Happy Vegan Baker’s is an absolute gem. As soon as you step inside, you're greeted with a vibrant atmosphere adorned with captivating art. It's evident that every detail has been carefully curated. The star of the menu, the ropa vieja, is a true masterpiece. The best part it is plant-based, it has an incredible depth of flavor. The combination of savory shredded "beef," peppers, and onions creates a dish that's both hearty and satisfying. But it's the guava and cheese pastelitos that steal the show, truly bringing the meal together with their sweet and savory flavors. I recommend trying every item on the menu as each item truly has its own special flavor! Each bite is a delightful explosion of tastes that transports you straight to the streets of Havana. What sets this restaurant apart is not only its delectable cuisine but also its mission. As a woman-owned business, it's paving the way in the world of Latin Cuban cuisine, proving that plant-based eating can be both delicious and culturally rich. A visit to this establishment is an absolute must for anyone seeking an unforgettable dining experience.

Last Sunday heard the news of them closing upon arriving to have a dose of my favorite ms: the empanadas and the guava and guava and cheese 🥐. I hope to see a new location as you will be missed dearly! :(

So let me start off with, i’m not vegan but i absolutely love this place. I came to this bakery after i started being allergic to dairy products (milk, butter, yogurt, cream cheese, ice cream, etc). One of my friends is vegan and is obsessed with this place so i decided to give it a try. Guys i brought the pastelitos in the picture to work and shared them with my boss and coworker. Both of them had absolutely no clue that they were vegan until after they ate and started talking about how amazing it was. Please try this bakery!!! Also, the bagel egg sandwich is my absolute favorite!

Amazing vegan pastries and Latin dishes! You can’t tell it’s not real meat. The way they season/cook/bake their food is delicious. The staff is awesome! Super friendly and always try their best to provide quality food and service. Kudos to them on their success!

The pasteries here are delicious! I ordered 5! spinach end cheese(2), meat pastilito(1), guava and cheese(2). Oh and I got the blackberry juice! Everything was delicious and the staff was so friendly!

Absolutely delicious vegan breakfast and pastries! This is a must try place if you're in the area. There's a large sitting area an local market. The owners are wonderful and there mouth watering dishes leave you craving for more!

Came on a Sunday and got there after the kitchen closed. I got 3 vegan empanadas and the were delicious! Crispy and full of flavor, I’ll be back to to try more from the menu! Wish I had a picture but i was actually hungry 🤤 😂

the food and vegan pastries are really good. the service is great , the owners are great with customers. I am sad this place will be closing down.

I'm so fortunate to live so close to this gem. Weekend mornings are instantly amplified with one of their empanadas with a side of homemade hot sauce and one of the "cheeze roll ups". The other pastries are delicious too (spinach & cheese) but the others are my go to. Easily top 3 spot in Hialeah for empanadas even if you're not vegan. Im always happy to share this place with others when visiting - consistent, never disappoints.

Today was the day I told my pup, Kuki, that we needed to pay a visit to HVB. I read in their Insta that they opened a mini market next to their location, so we set the GPS and arrived for Brunch. I went all loud and ordered a "completa". Oh, boy!! The portion was huge!! Scrambled Just eggs with ham and cheese, a vegan pattie, French fries enough to feed an army, a Tostada, and the cherry on top, Cuban Cafe con Leche. I died and went to heaven. Having a vegan home-made breakfast was delightful. While in there, I met the owners, Stephanie and Natalie. They are a role model to follow for their dedication and good vibes. I've been following them since they had a little joint in Kendall. I will be visiting Happy Vegan Bakers more often, because supporting great vegan business makes me happy.

My husband and I stopped here for breakfast on a Sunday and how delightful it was!! I feel like going out for breakfast as a vegan is always stressful and hard because there are no good options, but endless options here! The girl taking our order was patience and very friendly! A small seating area outside if you want to eat there We got so many different pastries and they were so delicious! I already want to go back Breakfast empanada was my favorite!

Came here for some breakfast! I've heard many good things about this restaurant so I was excited to try. I love vegan Hispanic food!! When you arrive you order at a counter. They don't really have indoor seating just some chairs on the side. So this is more of a takeout restaurant. I ordered the beef empanada, arroz imperial empanada, and a croqueta sandwich. I wasn't a huge fan of the imperial empanada. The texture was a bit mushy. The beef empanada was good but could use a bit more moisture. They were a little dry. The croqueta sandwich was pretty good! Out of everything, it was definitely my favorite. The croquetas are a bit dense but it was still a good flavor for me. Service was friendly and I would definitely return to try some of their entrees.

I've been a loyal customer for years and am glad to see that the menu has gotten better, there are more options. The service is great and as a small business it's awesome to see how they've progressed and grown and are continuing to. They have outdoor seating and orders are taken at walk up window so it's a nice little spot. Looking forward to the indoor seating.

Everything here is delicious! Great variety of pastelitos/empanadas with good breakfast and lunch options. Service and quality has remained consistent and they continue to be a regular stop for me.

Every bakery item I've had is amazing! The meat empanadas, pizza pastelito, spinach and cheese, cheese roll ups, meat pastelitos, literally everything. The staff are always so so friendly and pleasant too. I go every time I visit family in broward county. 10/10 recommend!!!

Tried two different empanadas, ham & cheese, plantains, arroz con pollo, and raspberry juice. Everything was absolutely delicious! Service is super friendly. Everything is vegan!! Highly recommended. Note: Seating is outside only.

Lovely vegan deserts and lunch . I really wanted to taste everything and so I bought Two of everything for my Bible study group that I meet with on Tuesday . Of course I will not be eating the fried Empanadas nor more than a fourth of a forth of one . They will have to rate it for me . My group is fascinated with vegan food that I have brought in homemade but today I'm cheating no cooking for me. I am sure they will love happy vegan. I did try for lunch the frittata and it was okay not my favorite because I don't eat bread or potatoes but next time I'll try something else . This is a take out vegan food place close to the highway and not far from industrial area . The employees are very nice and helpful . Parking is easy.

This businesses food is exceptional, HOWEVER, I truly don't know how they are still operating. Every single time I pass by they are out of everything, even when it has only been one hour since they JUST OPENED. How can a business operate in this manner, do they only make the required amount they need to get by? They are not putting their customers first and unfortunately I've had the last straw. As a customer I should not have to worry about wasting my time to drive to this establishment when they opened only an hour ago to find they are out of everything. They can calculate this stuff based off their sales how much of each item they are selling and how quickly they sold out. I'm sorry but after the multiple attempts I have tried to give this business the benefit of the doubt but they never seem to care that they ran out AN HOUR into opening. Business has officially lost me as a consumer.

Great vegan sandwiches and pastries and awesome customer service!! A must for everyone to checkout !!

I was searching near and far for anything vegan cuban to try before I left Miami, and I found it!!! Even my Cuban friend couldn't believe the savory flavor. Glad I decided to give it a try. The staff was very personable and recommended some great authentic dishes and tasty empanadas.

I always love coming here and will never stop as long as I'm in Florida!!! I had the pan con lechon sandwich and it was out of this world delicious!!! The fries were crunchy, the onion was cooked to perfection and the lechon was like eating the real thing. Everything right down to the mojo was absolutely wonderful. I will always recommend this place to anyone. Also, the main woman who handles the orders at the window is always so kind and helpful. Great and great people. I like that they've added outdoor seating as well. Thank you ladies!!!

I bought empanadas and I unfortunately, didn't take any pictures of them. Everything was delicious. My party of four had a mix of the ham and cheese empanadas, cheddar cheese roll up and I think it was called the breakfast empanada which had eggs and sausage. It had so much flavor and was just right with crispiness to be satisfying. Everyone loved them. The dine in was closed but they did have seats outside that was comfortable enough to sit and eat. I didn't catch the lady's name who took our order but she was polite and answered our questions on what some items had inside. We also ordered hot coffees which she made to perfection. For lunch, I ordered the Ropa Vieja which I didn't eat until later but it was also delicious. The yellow rice had peas and the tostones had a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor. Tomorrow morning, we'll stop by again for breakfast before leaving Miami. Will definitely stop by every time I'm around here.

My new favorite place for classic comfort food. I've grown up eating pastelitos and always look for vegan/vegetarian alternatives for classic Latin dishes. This place has definitely jumped to the top of my list. The people working there are so sweet and welcoming. Despite me getting there towards closing, there was no rush. You can tell they all love what they do. Their pastelitos are fresh and warm and filled with so much flavor, I had to go back and get seconds. Definitely recommend their Colombian empanada with potato and Spanish seasoning and the spinach and cheese pastry. Don't forget to ask for hot sauce!! Best pastelitos in Miami!!

The food is excellent. Not easy to find vegan pastries and empanadas so tasty. The chefs were very friendly and it looks clean but it is an outdoor walk-up window. I would definitely go back.

This is a zero star review unfortunately zero stars isn't an option. I did not want to write this review. I'm aware of the power that reviews hold and I do not want to make life harder for everyday ppl. Unfortunately this is the second instance of the worst customer service I've ever experienced. This is not hyperbole, it is the worst attitude I've ever heard. Both incidents involved me attempting to make a large order for an office of employees. I'm an understanding person but the staff is disrespectful and rude. They do not know how to treat customers!!!!!!

Love this Cuban Vegan Bakery. With my visit, I ordered the meat pastelito, guava and cheese pastry, cheesy roll up, and croqueta preparada. All delicious warm and fresh. Their prices are phenomenal compared to other vegan businesses. Definitely worth the drive. I would recommend!!! Plus: Bakery is located near I-75 exit and other highway lanes

Yes, yes and YES!! This place is my absolute favorite vegan bakery. I don't know how they do it but they have managed to make the flakiest vegan pastries I have ever had and the flavor is phenomenal. Every time I'm in town this is one of the places I like to visit. So worth the trip!! The team is incredible too. Keep up the great work and congrats on the expansion!

This place literally left us in shock- in the best way possible! To transition to being vegan and find a place that gives you food that embodies everything you grew up with and that it tastes delicious- is everything! Not only is the service A+ but everyone that works there is so nice! Loved it and highly recommend EVERYTHING! Personal faves are the croquetas, bread and toast, breakfast empanada, and Colombian empanada

Five star to their "meat pastelito". I have been able to enjoy their queso with guava also a great choice

So I use to follow these girls on Instagram when they were selling at the Colombian bakery. I was super excited that they got their own place! It's about a 20 minute drive from me so it wasn't too bad. It's in a warehouse kind of district but easy to find. Since covid they aren't allowing customers in the restaurant to eat so it's ONLY PICK UP! I waited in line about 5 minutes nothing crazy and I started my order. So I ordered arroz imperial and an arroz con pollo as entrees. I got a few pastelitos and empanadas to try different flavors. To drink I got the mango juice. The wait time for everything was a little long about 20 minutes for all the food. The juice was delicious and flavorful, made in house which is great, not that canned garbage. The arroz con pollo is fire, great flavor good portion. The tostones I swear are the best I have ever had. I swear. My wife loves the croqueta preparada. All the pastelitos are great but remember they are fried. I would recommend this place over and over.

The food and service is always great. The empanadas always have a perfect crunch. Come here to get your vegan fix.

Looked up and found this place in a small warehouse area in Hialeah. We got there almost at closing and there was only a few things left. The pastelitos and empanadas that were left we were told are fried and are cross contaminated cause everything is fried in the same vat. And really didn't look too appetizing

Great Vegan spot for Some Latin comfort food. Always send my daughter to get us the vegan Colombian Empanadas because they are spot on And that goes for every other pastry they make. The variety is fantastic, the textures perfect and the tastes are so flavorful and addicting. I had the arroz con Vegan pollo with maduros (and this was after I had eaten way too many empanadas to begin with cause they are just too good) - and had to make my self stop because I just wanted more. Everything was just so yummy. They are also very sweet and friendly there. The food here would satisfy any palate vegan or not.

Absolutely loved the pastries here. The spinach and "cheese" empanada was delicious and the cheese pastelito was also amazing. I took a bite of a few other pastries but these two were my top two choices. I'd love to go back to try some of their meal platters.

I've been wanting to try this spot for a long time, but never had the time; I definitely made time today since I was over this way! No disappointment at all! Everyone there was welcoming and recommending everything that I ordered! The homemade mango juice was amazing, too! I wanted to order more and went back a second time within 10 minutes from my first order. Can't wait to try some of the sandwiches and the breakfast!

This is not good vegan food, this is THE BEST vegan food. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!! I am mostly vegetarian yet still eat cheese/dairy occasionally because it's hard to find places that have vegan options that don't taste too processed or had a weird aftertaste. But I am happy to say I have finally found a place where everything tastes as it should. I found this place through Instagram and decided to give it a try so I came here a day after and I ordered the meat pastelito, 1 croqueta and the Cuban Frita and while I was waiting for my food I drank a soy Milk coffee. The meat pastelito is my favorite thing, it tastes Just like a Cuban meat pastelito. For those of you who have never tasted a Cuban pastelito the meat is sweet and ground and the pastry is warm flaky and also sweet. I can see myself Easily ordering a dozen of these and eating them. The croqueta could have been better it was a little bit hard I don't know if it's supposed to be like that or if it was just overcooked and the flavor for me was not there I wouldn't be ordering it again however I have never tried any other vegan croqueta so I'm not sure if that's more of a realistic taste. The Cuban Frita is basically a burger however it was really good very tasty didn't taste synthetic or vegan and it was a very big size personally for me I feel like it's almost for two people to share along with a side of fries that it comes with. I love this place so much that I came back two days after with my husband who had a taste of the meat pastelito and we almost fought for the last one. We also ordered one country fried chicken sandwich and a spicy country fried chicken sandwich. They were both equally as good extremely filling I definitely recommend this is being your first thing that you try from them as well and it will not lead you astray it will fill you and make you very satisfied.

So amazing, from the seasoning to the flakiness of their pastries. While it's out of the way for a lot of us Miamians it's safe to say it's a hidden gem. Wether you're vegan or not you'll love this place everything is delicious !

BEST VEGAN EMPANADAS EVER!!!! Actually best empanadas period, because they were so good I felt like I was eating a regular beef and potato empanada. Everything we tried was sooo good. But this place gets busy so you have to make it on time before the good stuff runs out, and be prepared to make a line to order. Loved this place, I'll be going back for more.

I loved this place the first time I went. Indeed, the pastries taste authentic and the prices--for once--are competitive with the meat and dairy versions. But I've been back a few times since, and, as of today, I'm done with it. It says on their website that you can call ahead to place your order, but they never pick up the phone. So you get there and there's usually a line of about five customers. When you get to the window, they never have what you want. I asked whether I could place my order and wait for it to come out, and was told they "can't" do that. So I went to the back of the line again. The new batch of pastries came out. By the time I got to the window, they were gone. I wound up just getting whatever they had on hand, but this is no way to do business. I spent 45 minutes in line--in the sun--and wound up not getting what I had gone there to buy. Clearly their demand exceeds their supply. Why not just make more? Why bother having a menu if you can't deliver what's on it? Great food, terrible business.

Someone brought me pastelitos from here and I almost fell out of my chair for how good they are!!! Wow. I ate so many and they were better than regular pastelitos. Sooo happy I will be back here

I'm so glad I begrudgingly agreed to take a detour to this strip mall/industrial park in Hialeah. I'm a big jerk/baby when it comes to Vegan spots. If omnivore restaurants must cater to Vegans, why can't Vegan spots cater to me and offer me a couple of eggs at least??!!! NOT necessary with the delicious choices here. For our "mixed" VG & meat eating family this place was perfection for a quick lunch. It's a small, locally owned family business that executes and delivers it all. Friendly service. Spotless clean gender neutral restroom with a funny sign. Amazing food, guava pastries, sandwiches, French fries that rival anyone's. Their croquettes, papa rellena, and delightful corn empanadas with potatoes & Spanish spices, along with the incredible looking Cuban lunch specials will have you craving this spot from afar. Well done, people of Happy Vegan. I wish you much success!

I drove from Broward to get to this place because I had to try a vegan spanish café. Never knew one existed until a few months ago. It's a little tricky to find but your gps will lead you to the exact location. The ladies who work here are so sweet. I got an empanada on the house which I wasn't expecting. I ordered the following: Veggie & Potato Empanada Spinach & "Cheeze" Empanada "Meat" & Potato Empanada Chik'n & Potato Empanada Hawaiin Pastelito Cheese Roll Ups Pastelito Guava n "Cheeze" Pastelito Meat Pastelito Spinach & "Cheeze" Pastelito By far, my favorite is the meat Pastelito. It has a sweet and savory meaty taste. I also loved the Spinach & Cheeze Empanda and the Guava and Cheeze Pastelito. A lot of Savory and Sweet mixed in these pastries which I absolutely love!

The food here is so unbelievable! It reminded me so much of my late grandmother's cooking that it made me cry. This place is phenomenal! I cannot say enough good things about it!

As a vegan, this place is definitely everything you'd wish it were and more. Worth the trek or schlep- wherever you are! Delicious and perfect so much so that my omnivore nephews LOVED the pastries too. I ordered two boxes full of pastries and a bag of tostadas.

I was introduced to Happy Vegan Bakers recently but when I tasted my first box of Cuban pastelitos I was hooked. Parking: located in a shopping plaza close to the Palmetto Expressway. The parking spots are free, wide and accommodating. It's easy to spot the place from the road. Ambience: the outdoor seating area is charming and inviting with bistro seating sets and plants. The place is small but well spaced and clean. Food: I've tried the vegan Cuban pastelitos and I have to say I was truly impressed. It's not easy to mimic the nostalgic taste of guava and cheese, meat empanadas and spinach pastelitos but ... mission accomplished. It's some of the best vegan food I've tasted. Customer service: Brianna took care of me when I arrived and she was attentive and friendly. Overall this business is new but is gaining a fast following with reason. I have not tasted the main dishes yet however I truly look forward to in the future. It is not easy to create comfort food with vegan ingredients but Happy Vegan Bakers has managed to do it. This is one place I'll definitely be returning to.

Amazing Veganized Cuban cuisine! Great service at the front of the house. The ropa vieja is exceptional both in the platter with rice and the empanadas!

I can't believe I've never left a review but here it is. This is my favoriteeee place! All of the food is sooo good I can't even pick a favorite. The spicy chicken sandwich is one of the best I've had. The chik'n steak is just like I remember it and the mojo pork fries are my addiction! The croquetas and pastelitos are all delicious! I thought I wouldn't ever get to eat a guava and cheese pastelito but luckily I was wrong. Do not sleep on this place!

I have been here before to this establishment and didn't have the greatest experience. Saw that there was a vegan bakery nearby and I really wanted to try it. So I came to the same shopping plaza and realized it was the same Colombian place I had been to previously "el tejadito". I was greeted and served right away it wasn't packed. However I asked about the vegan empanadas. That's what I came here for! She said it would take 30 minutes to make. Thirty minutes? I'm pretty sure they were frozen too I was annoyed. Why advertise vegan options have all these empanadas in display and not want to sell them? She genuinely looked like she didn't feel like going through the hassle to make them. If not she would of told me ok and told me it would take some time. I got some regular empanadas to go just cause I'm already there. And had to again ask for some of the spicy sauce on the side which she also didn't seem too happy to give me.

I had been wanting to try this place for a whileeee but it was too far from where I used to live and I never had a reason to be in that area so I never went. Now I live 10 minutes away and it will most definitely be my go-to spot. I feel that sometimes it might be a little difficult to be a vegan in Miami just because of the heavy Hispanic culture that consists of heavy meats in every meal and if you want a traditional meal you don't have many vegan options aside from rice and beans. This place has the BEST vegan empanadas and croquetas I've tried. I highly recommend the spinach and cheese empanada and guava and cheese pastelito sooo good. And the fact that the "cheese" is sooo on point is crazy because that's often the hardest vegan food to get right. I went again and decided to try their lunch specials, so I had the grilled chikn sandwich with fries. It reminded me of the Burger King grilled chicken sandwich (but this one is better because it's cruelty free ) I think my ONLY CRITICISM about the food is that it can be a bit on the salty side. But other than that I can't say anything bad. I HIGHLY recommend this spot for everyone! Not just vegans. My bf is not a vegan and he couldn't stop talking about how delicious everything was. Definitely a good place if you want to introduce GOOD vegan food to non-vegan people.

Great food but they have a serious issue with the pickup window. I always order ahead on the phone and is always told a reasonable cook time (15-20minutes). Regardless if your order ahead or order at the window...you're waiting 20 minutes. I can see the frustration from other customers as they wait to for orders they placed in advance. With that said, they have great food but I feel they are understaffed or just unorganized and I'd hate to see this place lose more customers. The guy at the window looks overwhelmed and needs a second person to help. Hopefully it changes when they ever decided to open up the dining room. To top it off, we went this morning and I'm missing food. I won't bother calling or driving back for the refund. I can't wait in a 20 minute line again to tell them what was missing.

Wow! Everything is vegan! Everything is delicious! If you've been missing your pastelitos and empanadas come here. The only small bite/ pastry we weren't able to try were the croquettes because they were already sold out - so we will be back, and will order early online. So be prepared for a small wait because this place appears popular for take out orders as well as walk ups.

These were good. My favorite was the meat pies with the glaze on top. The cheese and ham was my least favorite there was way more cheese than the ham. Overall it was ok. I would definitely go there again.

Awesome place to go I recommend to everybody the food is on point and the and the cord broke the propellers on point

People were ready for their vegan breakfast! People were waiting in their cars up until 9 am when they open. Due to COVID only their window is open but they did a great job with service and were getting orders out as quickly as possible. Food was good, my mom & I had a guava pastellito & it was SO delicious. It was warm & not overwhelming. Everything else was also good, I would say the only thing would be the croquetas are a bit salty but maybe it's just me lol. Overall lovely place to check out!

The chik n potato , spinach and cheeze empanadas were delicious. The croquettes were also pretty good. The café con leche with coconut milk is so yummy! I didn't try the guava and cheeze pastelito but my g.f absolutely loved it. I only wish they opened at 7am on weekdays so i can grab some before work. .

Third time getting food from here and must say, I can see myself ordering from here at least once a month! I am obsessed with the guava pastry, so happy to have found a vegan guava pastelito So far ive tried the meat, guava and cheese, guava pastelitos, meat empanadas, potato and veggies empanada, cheese rolls, croquetta, and croquetta preparada sandwich. I highly recommend alllll of those things they are amazing. The only thing was the tostada wasn't so great, it was too soft and mushy on the inside other than that AMAZING place!