Everything good , service was good . Quick bites great . Food was tasty and ambience very very great . Must visit if you visit MIT read more

Life Alive Organic Cafe Kendall Square - Sticky Sesame Tofu Skewers - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

When I first ate at Life Alive back in 2011 and I thought it was revolutionary to have such healthy meals readily available. It made sense: a single restaurant could order, store, and make these fresh veggies for many customers better than multiple households doing the same thing but individually. But how far they've fallen. I recently ate at a new location centered in a popular area, far from farms. The cheese in the dish is visibly melted in some areas but not others, the broccoli is overcooked and tastes bland (whereas before it had a fresh, bright green color). I wouldn't be surprised if, in their expansions in becoming a chain, that their suppliers have changed and they might be event cutting corners on sourcing cheap, low quality vegetables. That would be such an insult though to the original mission of Life Alive and what they still claim to do. At least they still have nice staff. read more

Life Alive Organic Cafe Kendall Square - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Delicious, healthy, and filling foods at a reasonable price. Relaxed self-serve cafe seating and nice ambiance. We came here for brunch on a Saturday and got the Chili Garlic Bibimbap and Mushroom Shawarma Wrap. Both were delicious, but were a health-foods variation of these classic menu items and had different flavors (kale, beets, and broccoli in the bibimbap and grape tomatoes in the shawarma wrap). The ingredients were fresh, the portion sizes made for a filling-but-not-heavy meal, and our food came out quickly after ordering. Would definitely come back again! read more

Life Alive Organic Cafe Kendall Square - Chili Garlic Mushroom Bibimbap - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

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I love life alive! I ordered delivery, so I can't comment on the ambiance or service. This location gives generous servings and the food was fresh. read more

Life Alive Organic Cafe Kendall Square - rainbow bowl and avocado greens salad - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

I got lunch here on a Sunday and the experience was mostly positive. Ambiance: you order at the counter and food gets brought to your table. Cozy seating with lots of small tables. Food: I ordered the avocado toast, miso soup, and mint tea. The miso soup was umami goodness. Lots of mushrooms and tofu. The mint flavor of the tea was overpowered by the addition of fresh ginger and lemon but was still tasty and comforting on a cold day. The avocado toast was a bit of a letdown. Very bland and would have been vastly improved by the addition of some kind of seasoning, even just a sprinkle of salt. Overall - I would come back, just skip the avocado toast. read more

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I've been to Life Alive multiple times (and can I just say, it hits every time), but never this location! Specifically here, I love the layout of the restaurant! There's plenty of seating and even an underground extension of their dining area for those looking for chill, boho-esque vibes! The servers always match the energy of the restaurant with a chill attitude and kind helpfulness. As for the food itself: best salads you'll find in Boston hands down. They're fresh, unique, and made with such carefully crafted mixtures of ingredients that every bowl seems to have its own personality. I am NEVER disappointed with what I get here! Definitely give their salads or smoothies a try, but honestly everything here is a 10/10 and it's the perfect place to come to hang with friends or refresh your spirit! read more

Life Alive Organic Cafe Kendall Square - Avocado Greens Salad - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Two words- heathy and plant based. This cafe was a quick walk-in for coffee before a formal meeting at a hotel close by but ended being the best find of the day. Completely organic AND vegetarian, the options are numerous from soups, to bowls, to salads, wraps, smoothies, juice, and even noodles. The interior is tasteful too. Natural elements are used in the deco too- wood, vicar, interior plants etc. The seating is well spaced out between sofas and round tables and two seaters.... it a mix-and -match of all things good. Just loved the place. Got the butternut squash soup, edamame,falafel and orange blossom. The soup was really good and warm for the cold wind outside. Edamame was ok and the orange blossom very refreshing. Note: u have to clean up after urself. They give you ceramicbowls and plates but you have to put in in the designated area after you dispose anything remaining in ur plate. I could come here everyday! Only problem, I don't live here :( read more

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For the kids menu udon dish, the udon was way overcooked and so were the carrots. Also, the sauce wasn't mixed in. The kid's lemonade was too sweet and I diluted it a lot with water. That said, the ambience is nice and I like the concept. read more

Sometimes Life Alive can be hit or miss depending on the location you go to plus who makes your food. I am so glad they allow substitutions, as the combos they put together for their salads & bowls isn't what I want. They have gone through menu changes before & not always for the better. It's good they do seasonal options as well to keep things less boring too.This is the newer location & considering the uptick of all these mega corps going into Kendall, it only made sense for them to be there. It's good they have both indoor & outdoor seating which is nice. read more

Huge portion! Very tasty Buddha bowl and tahini date shake! The bowl was so hearty and flavorful and the shake was super satisfyingly creamy nutty and sweet. Service was quick and the space is large and colorfully decorated. read more

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Cute little cafe a short walk from Residence Inn. Love how everything here is organic. The fresh mint hot tea was lovely and ramen wasn't bad. I wasn't a fan of the tofu though because it was hard. Also the server was a little robotic when he came and dropped off my food. Other than that, I had a pretty good experience. read more

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Life Alive by MIT is a great, convenient spot for a quick breakfast, even on a gloomy morning. We ordered online for pickup, and everything was ready quickly and packaged perfectly with all the necessary silverware and napkins. I had a smoothie, a cold brew, and the avocado English muffin, all of which were delicious. My husband went with a regular coffee and an egg sandwich and thought they were solid as well. Even though it was a rainy day outside, the inside of the cafe was clean, bright, and welcoming. It's a super efficient and tasty option if you're in the Cambridge area. read more

I love the vibe here. This was just a quick coffee to go stop - a cold brew and a latte. It was hard to pass up the menu items. We wound up sitting at the counter and it was fun to see the beautifully prepared drinks. Great service! read more

Life Alive Organic Cafe Kendall Square - Selections - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

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Food: The Teriyaki Tofu bowl was a good choice, I liked the crispiness of the tofu, the sauce, and the Asian flavors in this dish (it was also very pretty). Maple cold brew coffee: This was so yum. The cold brew was good, and the vanilla sweet cream foam on top was yummy and refreshing. Service: Food is always fast at Life Alive. Ambiance: I LOVE this store. It is so modern, in such a nice area of Cambridge, so bright, and feels like one of the newer ones! read more

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I tried Mushroom Shawarma Pita and Butternut Bisque and the tastes are very interesting. It's definitely not the ordinary dishes that I get to try. They added some interesting flavor/spice in it. In general, it's healthy food and not too pricey. And the food was served very fast after I ordered. The location has plenty of tables during weekends. read more

Life Alive Organic Cafe Kendall Square - Mushroom Shawarma Pita and Butternut Bisque - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Love the smoothies here!! The acai and the halva ones are my favorites, although on the pricier side. They have nice interior with tons of outlets and seating. Great for doing work or studying! Service is great too! read more

Life Alive Organic Cafe Kendall Square - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Life alive is a great cafe to have a healthy meal. This time we got smoothies. The ambiance is causal and the staff is so pleasant. read more

Life Alive Organic Cafe Kendall Square - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Although the lack of meat options is a limitation if you have family members (particularly kids) that don't embrace the more modern menu , my first visit here was a total hit. I ordered the chili garlic noodles and a side of falafel. Was particularly impressed by the noodles as they were fresh, generously topped with vegetables, and not too spicy. There is a spacious seating area as well for those who want to dine in. Great spot for casual meal! read more

Life Alive Organic Cafe Kendall Square - Chili Garlic Noodles - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Very nice cafe in Kendall Square, healthy foods and juices, had very good minestrone soup, fritters, juice read more

Life Alive Organic Cafe Kendall Square - Soup and fritters - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Food was great, service was fine. Workers seemed like they could have cared less. But the food is wholesome and have a lot of good options. Enjoyed a Swami Bowl, Shiitake Udon, and a hot Golden Milk. All great flavors and good portions. Would recommend for a clean and healthy spot! read more

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I've been here quite a few times. Cute boho vibe, comfy couches, a great place for studying. I like their acai bowls and drinks, especially the Ocean Blue latte. But the grain bowls I've tried (Rainbow Harvest, Swami, Falafel) are just flavorless. Tasted like just boiled veggies, in desperate need of salt/seasoning. Everything is a bit overpriced (ig it's "organic"). read more

Life Alive Organic Cafe Kendall Square - Butternut bisque + iced ocean blue latte - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

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Quiet place to eat breakfast and work. The waiter got my food out insanely quick and it was genuinely the best açaí bowl I've ever had. Definitely get the pb and j one if you stop by. read more

Life Alive Organic Cafe Kendall Square - Pb and j açaí bowl - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Got a Rainbow Nori Wrap take-out order. The restaurant has nice indoor and outdoor seating areas. The wrap was disappointing and was not as advertised in the menu photo. There was hardly any mushroom, avocado, and cucumber - they were only at the end of the wrap. Most of the wrap was full of rice and shredded cabbage which is not worth $15 imho. Flavor of ingredients was good. Rather go to Sweetgreen for that amount of money though. read more

Life Alive Organic Cafe Kendall Square - Rainbow Nori Wrap. $15 for mostly rice and cabbage. Avo was placed only at the ends of the wrap and not throughout. - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

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Life Alive is part of a plant based dining chain focused on nutrient dense dishes and seasonal ingredients. Each dish feels super healthy yet delicious and doesn't leave me feeling heavy after eating it. There is a nice variety of flavors available on the menu and the only item I've tried and not liked is the acai bowl. Prices are a bit high but I'll definitely be back in the near future. read more

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Very organic and tastes it. Healthy food that seems to lose flavor. I really wanted to love this place as the restaurant is so cute and inviting. read more

This location is one of my favorite cafes to get work done! There's great lighting, consistent WiFi, and a large seating area with a variety of seat options. It never gets too busy, and the music selection is nice. I came here on a weekday morning and got the PB cup acai bowl, which was so yummy. The acai base tasted extra sweet, so maybe it's not the healthiest choice. The portion size was a bit small for the price ($12) and not the most filling, so I wouldn't recommend coming here for a full meal. read more

Life Alive Organic Cafe Kendall Square - PB cup acai bowl - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Nothing like a lil' peanut butter power boost to boost ya energy for the day!!! Nice & cozy atmosphere and the staff were so chill! read more

Life Alive Organic Cafe Kendall Square - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Life Alive is my favorite restauraunt and I'm so glad they opened this location next to the MIT campus! The interior environment is really nice and service was very quick and friendly. The food here is INCREDIBLE. I'm vegan and eating whole foods is very important to me, so I love the menu here. I brought meat eater friends and they loved the food as well. The portion sizes here are also very generous and filling. Highly highly recommend. read more

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A little pricey but worth it because the food is fresh and tasty! The cafe is spacious and the decor gives a swanky vibe. Hands up for great service, too! read more

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Life Alive Cafe is a gorgeous plant-forward cafe with delicious food and beautiful interiors. They have locations all over Boston: Back Bay, South End, Brookline, Harvard Square, Central Square, Kendall Square, Somerville, Lowell, and Salem. A few of the things we ate... Avocado Toast with lemon, chili flakes, sea salt, alfalfa sprouts, and radish on a sprouted seed and grain muffin Dark Chocolate Cherry Overnight Oats Blue Raspberry Acai Smoothie. Acai, blueberry, raspberry, lemon, coconut milk Mango Slush. Mango, pineapple, lemon, watermelon juice Spring Falafel Grain Bowl. Baked falafel, asparagus, broccoli, peas, fresh herbs, onion, crispy chickpeas, lemon flax brown rice & quinoa, lemon tahini Spicy Peanut Noodles. Roasted tofu, shaved vegetables, jalapeño, cilantro, mint, black sesame seeds, peanut crumble, ramen noodles, spicy peanut sauce read more

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i'm surprised the yelp for this new life alive in kendall square just went up. i went twice in a month, and as someone who doesn't like to go to the same restaurant twice, that's saying a lot. my friends love to come here as well (one has gotten acai 5 times). the interior design is so beautiful and aesthetic, though it can be busy so it's not a study spot, but perfect for a brunch or lunch date. personally i've gotten the forbidden rice bowl -- a scrumptious blend of hearty flavors, and i'm glad i got the dressing on the side since it wasn't my favorite, but the rest was perfect blend of savory and creamy. the peanut butter cup acai bowl was some of the best acai i've had. the base itself is probably sweetened (very delicious), so if you're looking for a healthy acai bowl, this is probably not for you. it's definitely more of a treat. they were generous with the peanut butter and the fudge, so much so that i had a bunch leftover and just took it home haha! read more

Life Alive Organic Cafe Kendall Square - super berry acai bowl with mangos (they ran out of strawberries) and peanut butter cup acai bowl - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

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Incredible meal! 10 stars! Nutritious, delicious, healthy, and a very cool vibe! My return to Cambridge after 20 years. What a treat!

Loved the decor of the place. Great place for working remotely, has wifi and outlets. Service was great. Coffee and açai bowls were very good. read more

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The psychotic fixation of bowl spots to need everything to taste like rice vinegar and lettuce on display here. The best thing on the menu by a mile is the spicy peanut noodles. If you're dining in or picking up you can customize your order. So I opt to pay a few bucks extra and get it made how I think it should be made. Udon noodles over ramen noodles so it's less watery and more filling. Extra peanut crumble. Extra satay sauce. Again, this is all to nudge a really good dish away from the crunchy rice vinegar tendencies every bowl place in the city strives for and make it a hearty savory bowl of noodles that tastes like peanuts and spices. They almost never actually include the extras. Again... these aren't extras you *ask* for. These are extras you *pay* for and they're almost never included. The satay sauce has gotten more and more watered down over time, and no matter how I order it ends up coming back as watery noodle salad. They're murdering a great dish for the sheer sake of it. read more

This place is conveniently located right next to the Kendall T stop. It has a good amount of seating and, as always, impeccable aesthetic. The lofted ceilings create an airy atmosphere that is somehow both spacious and cozy. The warm tones are inviting and soft. The Avocado Sol is my favorite bowl here; the portions are large and I can always split it into two meals. The hot chocolate was a bit gritty but still quite tasty. Their smoothies are quite good as well. I wish they had a rewards program of some kind or subscription service. It's a really tasty healthy option! read more

I love Life Alive, I've been going there since they opened in Lowell (!) and since I've moved to Cambridge I've enjoyed their Central Square location a ton! This Life Alive, though, is not up to par. I have come here two different times in the past three weeks and every time I go and stand in line in front of the register, whoever is behind it acts extremely uninterested in taking my order, and even walk away to either bus tables or talk to their colleagues. Now, I understand that bussing tables or communicating with their fellow staff members is a part of their job, but to do it while someone is clearly in line, not looking at the menu (because they know what they will order) is utterly ridiculous. It is utterly disappointing to be treated this way, especially since I know other staff at other Life Alive locations are friendly, welcoming, and definitely available to take orders when at the register! read more

Came here for a drink, got a mango slush. It was more watermelon than mango, which I wasn't expecting. Order first, given a number, find a seat, and food gets brought. Ambiance is pleasant, quite big, lots of seats. Food looks pretty fresh, didn't try any of it though. read more

I ended up here because a friend wanted to check it out thinking it was more of a basic coffee shop. Wow was that wrong! Lots of tasty food options and really interesting beverages. I got a butternut spice latte expecting something rather like a pumpkin spice coffee beverage. Instead this was more like an amazing butternut squash soup with coconut creme. Absolutely delicious! I will have to try the actual coffee and food options next time I'm in town! read more

One of my favorite restaurants in Cambridge! Everything feels healthy and the location is newer than the other ones in Cambridge. Love the green goddess bowl, the miso udon and all the fun drinks decor is cute too! It's usually easy to get a table besides workday lunch hours. read more

Life Alive Organic Cafe Kendall Square - Green goddess bowl - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

My favorite go to spot in Cambridge! The service is TOP NOTCH! Our server helped us move tables because our first was wobbly and replaced my drink without me requesting because it wasn't what I thought I ordered. The food is so fresh and delicious the avocado greens salad is my favorite. read more