- CHELSEA BRANCH
It’s no coincidence that Veg Box is on Haven Road, Exeter Quay. Veg Box is haven-ly. The unique plant-based café opened in June 2020 amidst the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Today, this charming and chilled spot is a favourite for locals and visitors. The team recently celebrated its fourth birthday with a vibe reminiscent of sunny Ibiza cafés.
- CHELSEA BRANCH
Fresh tunes and fresh taste, every visit
Veg Box provides mouth-watering vegetarian and vegan dishes, ranging from hearty wraps and fluffy pancakes to indulgent pastries and cakes.
In partnership with Allpress Coffee, the café offers the ‘Good Brew’ alongside rotating guest coffee beans, ensuring every cup is as fresh as their music playlist.
The commitment to local and independent UK suppliers means that every bite supports the community.
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Meet, Eat, Beats, Repeat.
Kelly, the owner and a DJ, infuses Veg Box with her love for music and Ibiza, creating an atmosphere where chill house beats complement the dining experience.
The cafe has a real community vibe; regulars make repeat visits, remote workers take a well-earned break, and visitors to Exeter swap meats for beets!
Veg Box has also held music events in the outdoor space in the past. Plans are underway to host more regular music nights and live performances by local bands, like Jonah Hitchens, right outside the café.
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Music venues nearby
You’ll find Veg Box on Piazza Terracina, Haven Road.
It is a five-minute quayside stroll to Move and Bomba (located above Move), which hosts incredible DJs and live music artists from the world music genre.
The Corn Exchange – the largest venue in Exeter city centre – is a ten-minute walk away, located on Market Street. A fifteen to twenty-minute stroll will get you to the iconic Exeter Phoenix and legendary Cavern.
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Why Visit Veg Box?
Beyond the mouth-watering menu, relaxing tunes and soul-soothing interior, Veg Box is a gateway to exploring Exeter’s Quay.
The café’s accessible location makes it a perfect spot to enjoy a day by the water, surrounded by the vibrant activities of the Quay, such as Saddles and Paddles, Clip n Climb, and AS Watersports.
After a relaxing lunch, Kelly urges visitors to explore independent shops, such as Crafty Locals and Winter Wood. They can also enjoy live music at Topsham Brewery, a one-minute walk from the cafe.
- CHELSEA BRANCH
Quick bites
What music do you play in the cafe?
The music at Veg Box is a chilled mix of indie and Balearic beats.
What song gets you going for the day ahead?
Funky house music is Kelly’s go-to for energising the day.
Describe Veg Box in three words:
Chilled, relaxed, and conscious.
What's the next/last music event you attended in Exeter?
Great Hall in September to see Alternative rock band, Ocean Alley.
Enhance the Exeter experience
Veg Box is becoming a huge part of the Exeter experience.
Whether grabbing a bite before a show or levelling a fuzzy head the following morning, Veg Box is a go-to for music tourists.
The cafe’s resident morkie (maltese + yorkie) is Sunny by name and nature, bringing sunshine to visitors on the wetter Devon days. Cafe regulars are always quick to ask Where is Sunny?’ Before ordering their speciality latte!
By bus: Catch the hourly G Bus service from the city centre to the Historic Quayside. The journey starts from Hamlin Gardens through the city’s heart, making stops along significant intersections and ending at the Quay.
By car: For those driving, follow the Topsham road towards the city centre, turn left at Southgate along the inner bypass, and take the first left to reach the Quay and Cathedral Car Park. (Open daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM).
Alternatively, to access the opposite side of the river, follow the A377/Alphington Road onto Haven Banks Road, arriving at Haven Banks Car Park, which offers ample space.
By train: St Thomas Station is the nearest train stop, just a half-mile from the Quay. For those arriving at Exeter’s central railway station or St David’s, the Quay is a scenic 15-20-minute walk or a short bus ride into the city centre.
On foot: Veg Box is pleasantly accessible from the city centre. Venture down South Street and turn right before the White Hart Hotel, following the signs through the underpass beneath Western Way. Alternatively, you can enjoy a scenic walk along the river from either direction.
By bike: Cyclists can follow the same picturesque routes as pedestrians. Additionally, bikes are available for hire at Saddles and Paddles right on the Quay. From Piazza Terracina, cyclists can join the Exeter-based cycle route, part of the National Cycle Network route 2, which offers a serene ride through the Exe estuary, connecting to Salmonpool, Double Locks, and further to Turf Locks along the newly developed Exe Estuary Trail. [Link to Bike Blog] + [Image of Exe Estuary]
Venue facilities:
- Access info: All ground level, accessible
- Toilets: Yes
- Dog friendly: Yes
- Outside seating: Yes
- Wifi: Yes
