NSU is a unique and lively campus, but that doesn’t mean that Sharks can’t band together and take an afternoon to explore the South Florida area — even if that just means finding a quaint place to study. Whether you’re vegetarian, vegan, or an omnivore, Parlour Vegan Bakery has something for everyone.
Walking into this hidden gem is a treat in itself. The picturesque bakery is tucked away in a little corner next to a baking supply store, which is quite the respectable neighbor. But, the true beauty of Parlour Vegan Bakery is almost invisible from the outside. The inside boasts a natural-looking sign loaded with greenery where rows upon rows of fresh baked goods crowd the glass wall, each looking equally delectable.
The looks surely don’t lie; everything is delectable. Though all of their creations are vegan — meaning they contain no dairy, eggs or other animal-derived products — they don’t lack in flavor. Their pastries, from guava to napoleon pastelitos, are packed with fresh flavors. They offer a wide variety of donuts, including cake batter and butterbeer, as well as cupcakes ranging from passion fruit to strawberry milk. For even more unique sweets, they have cookie sandwiches, blondies and rolls, which vary depending on the day.
If sweets aren’t your thing, Parlour Vegan Bakery also offers savory creations. On Fridays 
and Saturdays, they offer sandwiches like cubans from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. You can also find empanadas and savory rolls such as pizza or chorizo, cheddar and scallion. Seasonally, they offer a variety of interesting dishes as well. For example, during the holiday season, they sell tamales stuffed with garbanzo beans, pigeon peas, green peas, carrots, green olives and capers, and a few flavors of savory pies. Be sure to call ahead or check their website if you’ve got a hankering for something specific.
Truly, anyone can find something at Parlour Vegan Bakery. They offer a few drinks, like teas, coffees and kombucha, as well as to-go salads and packaged vegan snacks. While you’re there, be sure to take a few photos. You’ll want to anyway; their Instagram — @ParlourVegan — has more than 20 thousand followers, for good reason. It’s difficult to resist getting in a quick snap or ‘gram when all of their foods look like works of art. If you want some to go, don’t forget to take a peek at their day-old selection. These goods may be a bit older than the treats sitting behind the glass, but they taste just as good — maybe even better at their discounted price.
Visit Parlour Vegan Bakery at one of their two locations in SoFlo:
PLANTATION OUTPOST
1487 S. University Dr. #3
Plantation, FL 33324
and
BOCA OUTPOST
415 S. Federal Hwy.
Boca Raton, FL 33432
Price Range: $11-30
