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Southern Grounds & Co.

Cafe, Chocolate Vegan Cake

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Top tips

Ask about: cross-contamination Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Try the chocolate vegan cake or vegan brownies for dessert.
  • Good to know: Ask about fryer oil usage when ordering fried items to ensure vegan compliance.
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  • Expect outdoor seating and wheelchair accessible facilities.
  • Good to know: Check for gluten free bread substitute details to avoid surprises.
  • Good to know: Avoid the matcha tea with coconut milk as it may be poorly prepared.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention brownie, cake and chocolate cake.

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Also cookie, bagel, matcha and matcha tea.

Good for

The vibe: solo

Praised for cozy atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Breakfast, brunch
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Southern Grounds is a casual cafe known for its direct trade coffee and a range of American-style dishes, including some vegan-labeled items such as oatmeal, grain bowls, and vegan baked goods. The venue offers outdoor seating and wheelchair accessibility, making it a comfortable spot for breakfast, lunch, or casual meetups. Although several vegan treats like brownies and chocolate cake are popular, reviews mention inconsistent preparation quality and unclear fryer oil usage impacting vegan trust.

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1671 Atlantic Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32207

Opening hours

Monday
06:30–21:00
Tuesday
06:30–21:00
Wednesday
06:30–21:00
Thursday
06:30–21:00
Friday
06:30–21:00
Saturday
06:30–21:00
Sunday
06:30–21:00

the food

3.7 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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How we rank

eating vegan

Limited vegan options

vegan options
Few · 2–3 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Basic understanding

Ask about: Cross-contamination: ask about sauces before ordering.

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

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