Innsbruck’s vegan cake variety

22 December 2025

Post originally written in: Deutsch

Innsbruck can look back on a long tradition of coffee culture. The oldest coffee houses in the city opened their doors as early as the 18th century and even then it was impossible to imagine life without a slice of cake with your coffee. But just like the city itself, the sweet offerings have also evolved. Whether in historic cafés or modern coffee shops, Innsbruck proves that indulgence and sustainability harmonize perfectly today. Join me on a sweet discovery tour through the city's variety of vegan cakes!

Spiral

"Every meal is an opportunity to change the world". Dhis motto is lived out every day at Spiral. Located on Andreas-Hofer-Straße, the 100% vegan café is committed to sustainability. In addition to snacks and acai bowls, it offers a large selection of cakes and snails made almost exclusively from organic ingredients and with great attention to detail. The stylish interior immediately makes you feel at home and the small courtyard invites you to linger. This café shows how delicious and conscious vegan enjoyment can be.

Vegan cake selection (constantly changing)

These and much more are available at Spiral. The selection changes, so there is always something new to discover.

Snails: Pistachio, cinnamon, gingerbread, speculoos, Germknödel, raspberry-pistachio, strawberry-chocolate, plum
Chocolate
Cheesecake in different variations
Pear tart
Orange and chocolate tart
Pumpkin-spice cake

Address: Andreas-Hofer-Straße 7

Café Naiv

The [notrans]Café Naiv is a real feel-good oasis for anyone who loves good food. It serves breakfast, homemade cakes and hearty lunch dishes all day long, completely vegan and mostly gluten-free. The unusual cake variations vary according to the seasonality of the ingredients. In addition to the good food, the warm atmosphere makes every visit a special experience.

Incidentally, the name "Naiv" stands for an environment of trust and openness that questions the exploitation of credulity and strives for a responsible approach to resources and producers. Acting responsibly towards people, animals and the environment.

Vegan cake selection (changing seasonally)

Banana cake
Mozart cake,
Speculoos tiramisu cake
Chocolate coconut cake
Tonka chestnut cake
Apple cake,
Lemon coconut tart
Gluten-free: Carrot cake, peanut butter cups, banana raspberry bread, chocolate orange gingerbread cake, poppy seed crumble cake

Address: Bienerstraße 19

Verenas

Located in the heart of the Wilten district, Café Verenas is a place where passion for baking and attention to detail come together. Verena Kapferer, the founder and passionate baker, conjures up fresh cakes here every day with numerous vegan and gluten-free variations that are not only visually appealing, but also taste great.

Inspired by traditional recipes and using natural, sustainable ingredients, she creates classics such as marble cake, Linzer Torte and buckwheat cakes. The selection changes regularly, so there is something for every taste.

If you want to bake yourself, the café has a large selection of baking mixes, which can also be enjoyed as ready-made cakes in the café. And as if that wasn't nice enough, all the baking mixes are 100 percent vegan.

Vegan cake selection:

Chocolate cake
Carrot cake
Linzertorte
Poppy seed cake
Lemon cake
Coconut cake
Zucchini cake, and much more.

Address: Leopoldstraße 26

Unbound Coffee Shop

Coffee lovers have long been familiar with Unbound. Recently, you can also enjoy the home-roasted coffee specialties in the company's own coffee shop at Anichstraße. Whether cold brew, filter coffee or espresso, each coffee has its own character and is made from freshly roasted beans.
But cake lovers won't miss out either. The vegan cakes are a particular highlight. Prepared with their own recipes and fresh ingredients, they are a delicious accompaniment to the coffee.

The store impresses with its open, modern and bright atmosphere. Large windows let in plenty of natural light, while the clear, minimalist design and friendly furnishings create a relaxed atmosphere. Good coffee, vegan cakes in a relaxed atmosphere - what more could you want?

Vegan cake selection

Carrot cake
Matcha lemon
Lotus cake
Banana bread
Pumpkin cake

Address: Anichstraße 44

Haepinest

Located in the heart of the St. Nikolaus district, Haepinest is a cozy vegetarian café that delights with high-quality specialty coffee, selected natural wines and homemade cakes. The vegan cake selection is particularly noteworthy, including the unique vegan carrot cake with lavender, which was a special taste experience for me.

The café has a warm, natural atmosphere that invites you to linger. On warmer days, the seating in the historic vaults of the building offers sunny places to relax. Whether for a good coffee, a glass of wine or a slice of vegan cake, here you can experience pleasure with awareness to the full.

Vegan cake selection

Carrot cake with lemon glaze and lavender
Chai banana bread with tahini glaze
Triple chocolate cake (gluten-free)

Address: Innstraße 3

Café Namsa

The Café Namsa is more than just a café, it is a social project that offers recognized refugees and people entitled to subsidiary protection their first job opportunities. Fresh, homemade cakes are served here every day, including vegan and gluten-free options. At weekends in particular, the brunch attracts visitors with a selection of international specialties. The cozy atmosphere and the play corner for children make the café a place where you immediately feel at home and are happy to stay longer. A visit here is not just about eating delicious cakes, but also about promoting integration and community.