Life Alive Organic Cafe Back Bay - Boston, Massachusetts

Tristan D.

The restaurant was busy, but it didn’t take too long to find a table. The food was excellent, very fresh and healthy. The staff were very busy, but did a good job, the only possible, it would be more frequent table wiping after people have finished eating.

Ty L.

There's a good selection of warm healthy food. I enjoyed the cold pressed juices which were so refreshing. The cafe was so busy and it was difficult to get a table during lunch. Had to wait for quite a while to get sitting space even at the front counter area. The avocado toast and breakfast burrito were good. The food portions were good.

Chan M. L.

Came here for the first time, after seeing that it was ranked #1 Boston for healthy eatery. I'm always trying to find a place that is both healthy and yummy. It DID NOT DISAPPOINT. Impressive assortment of healthy options in both meals, acai bowls, and drinks. They are not particularly TRADITIONAL (eg no green beans or Red beets in true Korean bibimbap) but definitely an healthy alternative with the same concept and design. I'm not sure what exactly defines a Buddha Bowl (is it the particular ingredients or the sauce... The last one I had it at another place had pumpkin/sweet potatoes but this one had avocado with mushroom). It was tangy and flavorful however. Went well with the Brown rice and chia seeds. Also my friend of Lebanese origin mentioned that the falafel was crispy and "not bad". Tried the Blue Breeze, it was thick and tasted mostly like ground banana. Will try something else next time. The tahini latte tasted like latte and much lighter. Next time I want to try to bibimbap and also some of the acai bowls.

The place was full of people and noisy, it was hard to find seats. I found their system really efficient, however, where you wait in a line to order at the counter and pay, and then get a table number, get seated, they bring you the food, you eat and leave. No need to wait around so long to grab an attention of a waiter. The bathroom was clean and well-maintained. The staff were friendly. I liked the vibrant feel of the place. It was an interesting design (there are a lot more tables INSIDE, FYI). Gave 4/5 for atmosphere because we struggled to find a table and found a little corner of a larger table to gather together, and no-one seemed to offer assistance with the struggle... And sometimes it got too noisy. But speaks to how popular this place is!

Would definitely come back!!!

Rachel

food was pretty good, we got the buddha bowl (which was fine) and the peanut butter smoothie (which i love). straw kinda broke though. i also think there could be more seating and the atmosphere could be quirkier and less “hippie-style-corporate.” but great for a fun lunch.

Monisha R.

We discovered this place by chance and were pleasantly surprised. They have an extensive selection of vegetarian dishes and were very accommodating of my dietary restrictions. The ambiance is clean and inviting, and the service is warm and friendly.

I ordered the Spicy Peanut Noodles, and they were absolutely delicious—just what I had hoped for.

This spot is definitely worth checking out.

SoyWatt V.

Got the red purple Cabbage Bowl with avocado, kale, and quinoa in a ginger lemon sauce. The bowl is served warm not cold or room temp. Also had a green smoothie. Was able to order pick up on the app. I will be back for a smoothie today before my flight back to California tomorrow. I like the ambiance and got out my foldable mini bluetooth keyboard and worked on some google reviews while there. There are some cool wood chairs of hands bending where the fingers provide back support and the palm is for seating. There was a good crowd yet plenty of seating available. I sat at the counter.

Ellen Q.

This is my go-to restaurant, even when you are not searching for “healthy food” on purpose! I tried all of their warm bowls, and had been circling these options for a long time. Unlike sweetgreens salad bowls, these are Warm food with their special sauces. This is my favorite restaurant. I am SO SAD that I have to relocate to NYC area, and I haven’t found a similar replacement! I hope they consider to open a branch in nyc! I promise I will contribute a lot to their revenue. btw the rainbowl is my favorite warm bowl if I have to choose.

Minimalist F. K. {. K.

Always great quality and PROPER culinary execution! The lemon soup was delightful and tasted light and bright. The falafels here are TOP TIER!! ALSO team is very polite. I frequent them very often. I didn't have many safe places to eat that won't make me severely ill. Love this location of Life Alive better than all the others!!!