Lembas - Sheffield

This place is a massive warehouse and supplier for vegan, vegetarian, and ethically-made household goods. I initially thought it was just a trade-only location,... read more This place is a massive warehouse and supplier for vegan, vegetarian, and ethically-made household goods. I initially thought it was just a trade-only location, but you can actually wander around with a basket or trolley and shop freely. The prices are fantastic—cheaper than many vegan stores I've visited! I guess they manage to keep costs down thanks to bulk purchasing and low overhead expenses. If I lived in Sheffield, I would be here all the time!

The prices are reasonable, and there's a fantastic selection to choose from. There's almost always a queue when browsing the menu options, which can be a bit ov... read more The prices are reasonable, and there's a fantastic selection to choose from. There's almost always a queue when browsing the menu options, which can be a bit overwhelming. Additionally, some items are often pre-ordered and could benefit from a separate pre-order section. One downside is that they close too early on Saturdays, which is inconvenient for those traveling from a distance. Overall, I would rate it 4 stars, but it definitely deserves 5 stars as my concerns may just be specific to my experience.

Great value with an excellent selection of vegan and vegetarian foods, along with other ethical products. They offer free delivery for orders over $100. Althoug... read more Great value with an excellent selection of vegan and vegetarian foods, along with other ethical products. They offer free delivery for orders over $100. Although I haven't shopped in-store myself, their delivery service is how I obtain most of my groceries, which is why my pantry is filled with bulk items. The staff is truly wonderful and extremely helpful.

We're so fortunate that Lembas is open to everyone, not just businesses, because it's the kind of place that people like us often overlook. They offer a fantast... read more We're so fortunate that Lembas is open to everyone, not just businesses, because it's the kind of place that people like us often overlook. They offer a fantastic selection of nuts, seeds, grains, tofu, soy sauce, milk alternatives, agave syrup, nutritional yeast, vegetable stock, flours, beans, pulses, canned tomatoes, nut butters, and a host of unique ingredients. Most of these items can be purchased in bulk, which makes them more affordable. They provide both organic and non-organic options for many products, along with a delivery service. Alternatively, you can place an order and pick it up, which is great for avoiding disappointment if something is out of stock. I especially appreciate the price per item when you buy 12 cans of organic chopped tomatoes—there's no way you’d find a better deal in a regular supermarket. I also want to highlight how amazing and helpful the staff are. I once injured my back, and one of the employees kindly helped put my items in the car for me (just to clarify, I was only in my early 30s at the time).

Lots of options and good bulk supplies read more Lots of options and good bulk supplies