Est. 2015
Our Story
A passion for desserts turned into a UK-wide family of sweet destinations
Sweet Shake was founded in 2015 by Priya and James Sharma, a husband-and-wife duo with a shared obsession: the perfect dessert. Starting with a single café in Manchester, their vision was simple — to create a space where every sweet craving was met with quality, creativity, and warmth.
What began as 12 seats and a handful of waffle recipes has grown into one of the UK's most beloved dessert brands, with over 40 locations from Edinburgh to Bristol. Each venue carries the same spirit as that first café — a genuine love for the craft and an unwavering commitment to making every guest feel indulged.
Today, our team of over 800 passionate people bake, scoop, and create from scratch every single day. We source the finest ingredients — Sicilian pistachios for our gelato, ceremonial-grade matcha from Kyoto, and locally farmed dairy for our whipped creams — because we believe great desserts start with great ingredients.
Four principles that guide everything we do, from our kitchen to your table
We never compromise on ingredients. From Sicilian pistachios to Valrhona chocolate, we source only the finest to ensure every dessert exceeds your expectations.
Every item on our menu is crafted with genuine love and skill. Our bakers and chefs are artisans who take immense pride in every single creation that leaves our kitchen.
We're proud members of every local community we operate in. We partner with local suppliers, support charities, and believe that dessert is best when shared with others.
Our seasonal menus are updated quarterly, drawing inspiration from global dessert cultures. From Korean bingsu to Japanese mochi — we never stop exploring what's next.
Key moments on the Sweet Shake journey
Priya and James opened our first café in Manchester's Northern Quarter with 12 seats, 6 waffle recipes, and a dream to redefine the UK dessert experience.
We opened in Birmingham, bringing Sweet Shake's handcrafted desserts and shakes to a new community in the Midlands.
We launched the Shake Rewards App so guests can earn points, unlock exclusive offers, and enjoy a free treat on their birthday.
Sweet Shake was named Best Dessert Chain at the UK Food Awards — recognition for the quality and creativity behind every menu we serve.
Our Brunch Club earned Best Brunch Experience from Foodie Magazine, celebrating the weekend treats and relaxed atmosphere our guests love.
The passionate people behind every Sweet Shake creation
Priya's passion for creating joyful experiences drives everything Sweet Shake stands for. A trained pastry chef turned entrepreneur.
James built Sweet Shake from a single café into a national brand through strategic vision and an obsessive eye for quality.
Trained in Paris and Tokyo, Lena leads menu innovation and is responsible for our celebrated Asian-inspired dessert range.
Marcus ensures every Sweet Shake location delivers the same exceptional standard, from Manchester to Edinburgh.
Proud to be recognised by the industry and our guests
UK Food Awards 2024
Timeout UK 2023
Green Business Awards 2023
Foodie Magazine 2025
UK App Awards 2024