Alterna

Vegan Cafe, Fully Vegan, Bakery

★ 5 · $$ · Hours

BreakfastLunchCoffee/TeaBrunchTakeout

Amenities: deck Outdoor Seating

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lightbulb Popular tips:  "Try the blueberry matcha drink" "Try the blueberry matcha drink"
"Try the tofu focaccia sandwich"
"Try the empanadas and cinnamon buns"
"Enjoy the wide selection of scratch-baked pastries and cakes"
"Check out the upstairs vegan grocery shop"
 

restaurant_menu Must-try:  cake, filter coffee, sandwich cake — popular (×8)
filter coffee — popular (×7)
sandwich — popular (×6)
focaccia sandwich — popular (×5)
muffins — popular (×4)
 

thumb_up Praised for:  friendly staff, fresh ingredients, cozy atmosphere friendly staff ×13
fresh ingredients
cozy atmosphere
relaxing atmosphere
good value
 

Alterna is an independent vegan cafe and bakery in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter offering fresh, made-to-order meals and scratch-baked goods alongside specialty coffees, smoothies, and crafted drinks. The venue features a small but growing menu focused on wraps, focaccia sandwiches, empanadas, and baked treats with a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, also providing vegan groceries for sale upstairs. Reviews consistently praise the quality, value, and welcoming service, making it a top choice for casual breakfast, lunch, or coffee.