Really impressed with this place. It's connected to the Whole Foods 365 and they have so many choices for vegans and vegetarians alike. My mom and I came here and shared the Spicy bean burger and Avocado citrus salad. Everything was really tasty -- especially those tots! They had a perfect crisp to them. I will definitely be back here again soon when I have a craving for a burger! read more

Next Level Burger - Avo citrus kale salad - Burgers Near Me - Concord, California

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No complaints here!! The mushroom umami burger is insane and the cheeses are velvety AF! You can park right in front and the patio is always nice and sunny but with adequate shade. Great for kids and pups. The coconut shakes are yummy as are the crinkle fries. It's also right inside of Whole Foods so you can eat and go grocery shopping in the same place! read more

I just happened to stop in on "national burger day" and they had a sweet buy one get one free deal. I ordered one to eat now, one for later... one of the best plant based burgers I've ever had! Needless to say, that second burger didn't last too long. Friendly staff and fantastic food! read more

Wow! This place is rip off. You get kid menu orders for adult food prices. I like trying new places to try and help restaurants out during Covid. The burgers are tiny for the price. The sides are laughable! I ordered the chicken tenders and coleslaw and they were about 3 oz's each. So ridiculous. I ordered from Grubhub and they forgot to send my side order of fries. They said they were going to send me a gift card to replace the screw up, & guess what..... it never came. Not like I would use it anyway. There are way better burger joints out there. I recommend you look other places. read more

It was pretty good for being Vegan and Gluten Free. Wasn't crazy about the SoCal Burger patty since it was a lot mushier than I thought. Buns weren't toasted either. Wouldn't recommend the chili cheese fries because the taste was just off. What I DID love was the chocolate shake with coconut milk, now THAT you gotta try! read more

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Unexpectedly good vegan burger. I had low expectations since this vegan burger joint is inside a grocery store (Whole Foods 365). I had the Classic Chzburger with smoked Gouda and they give you an option for their special sauce or ketchup & mustard. The special sauce surprisingly elevated the burger, it had a little spice to what I assume fake mayo & ketchup special sauce. The patty tasted more like fake sausage than a fake burger but it was good and the produce was high quality. read more

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I enjoy their burgers. They have a wide enough selection. The burgers are filling, satisfying, and, best of all, yummy. I've recently tried their two salads on the menu and those are very good too. I highly recommend preordering. When I got there with my kid the other day we picked up our preorder and sat outside. We sat next to a group of people. As we were finishing, I overheard one in the group complain because they were waiting so long. I didn't realize they were waiting for their order when we sat next to them, and they were still waiting when we finished our meal! They get a lot of preorders and you'll be competing with that if you place an order at the counter. We drive there from Alameda and pick up as soon as we arrive. read more

LOOOVEEEDD this place. My sister brought me here when I was visiting the SF area and I'm SO glad that she did. The food was phenomenal! It's a fast food/chain restaurant vibe but with a wayyyy more elevated menu. I had the caesar salad and my sister got the grilled cheese sando (added tomatoes and avocado) and they were both really amazing. At first, there was a hair in plain sight on my sister's sando, but we took it back and they were super apologetic and immediately whipped up a new one for her. Regardless, the food and service was fantastic so I would definitely return and recommend it here! read more

Next Level Burger - Burgers Near Me - Concord, California

I really wanted to like this place, but I went in today and ordered a BEYOND BURGER and when I got home it wasn't a BEYOND BURGER. It was the sausage one which seemed like it should be served for breakfast. The patty also tasted store bought. I really really was hoping to dig into a BEYOND BURGER since I hadn't had one in months, and I can't even cook one right now because my kitchen is being renovated. So needless to say. I AM DISAPPOINTED!!! Probably a little angry and bitter since Iim sitting here eating this burger that I don't like. I couldn't just drive back because I don't live in Concord. I live about 45 minutes away. I came there just for this! This!This burger that by palette detest Update: A few days after posting this review. I was contacted by the main office who generously asked me to give them another chance. So I did! This time I ordered my beyond burger with cheese and got what I'd been craving, along with tator tots; which the cashier kindly asked me if I wanted them fried or baked. They were good, but next time I'll get them baked. The burger was yum!!! I could Taste the nice char and it was cooked to perfection. I also ordered a Cesar salad for my sister. She was confused a about tomatoes in a caesar salad, but overall it tasted good. I'll definitely be back here to experiment with different options, and tastes. Plus it's located in a great spot with plenty of parking. read more

Super yummy vegan burger joint. The vegan fish sticks with tarter we're great. The Maveric burger fully fulfilled my want for a burger without actually eating a burger. Best part is........ wait for it........ I now know where to get my milkshake cravings settled, vegan milkshake OMG AMAZING!!!!! read more

The woman that served us was rude and it was our first time there, we were excited and she made it so awful! She needs to be fired. I have seen quite a bit of reviews about bad service and now I see why. Businesses like that will go out of business with people like that. Waiting for our food at the moment, just so unfortunate to have people treat other people like that! read more

I am always on the look out for vegan burgers and shakes. It was calling out my name. I walked into this whole foods/next level burger looking like a mopey sewer rat on a Wednesday evening. (Actually drove three hours from the other side of the bay area to visit my best friend who's staying at john muir hospital in Concord). I rarely ever am in concord and the general vibes are posh, upper middle class, pretentious. I decided to stop for some vegan nourishment before hitting the road again, and came across this whole foods with a vegan / gluten free burger joint attached. While ordering, my first impression was the young lady working there needed an attitude check. I suppose part of the joy of working customer service is to watch customers suffer (I understand, as a retail slave/domme). Here are my favorite parts: The burger pattie was excellent for being plant based; gluten free bun was soft and surprisingly doughy. However the crinkle cut fries were bland and tasteless. Not even salted :(. I should've ordered extra seasoning/spicey - I was not informed that was an option. The negative part about my experience here is that the staff did not tell me about adding condiments and other seasoning options. AND I am a total pickle Queen / grilled mushrooms Fiend! I only realized after sitting down and taking a bite that it was missing something as other random customers were getting informed about adding toppings. It was still a good burger nonetheless but you'd think a staff would let you know especially if you mentioned it's your first visit to a next level burger. Bummer, this was not a next level burger experience. The same young lady was kind to check up on me to see if everything tasted good. Despite my first impression here, I sure am tempted to try the other burgers and sides on the menu. Next Level Burger was just being A Tease. I will be supporting them in the future. They had me at vegan + gluten free. read more

So so glad to have a vegan burger place in Potrero Hill! The menu is really fun, with lots of different options for mains, sides, and dessert. We had: - Beyond Burger - Signature Burger - Fries, and - Peanut Butter Milkshake (vegan, of course). The burgers were tender and came fully loaded (vegan cheese), the fries were on point, and the shake far exceeded our expectations. We're excited to go back and try what else they have. read more

Love and I come here frequently. I love that we've found a burger joint that, not only is all vegan so we don't have to pick very carefully off menus, but so delicious. read more

Next Level Burger - I believe this was a BLT with a beyond party and jalapeño jack cheese. - Burgers Near Me - Concord, California

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Wow this place is great. I had an awesome vegan burger sweet potato chili fries and a mint shake. The food here rivals Amy's drive thru up in Sonoma County! read more

Next Level Burger - Burgers Near Me - Concord, California

I was pleasantly surprised that this was part of Whole Foods. My wife and I both got the Classic Burger, and it was very tasty with a little zing! We will be back again soon. read more

You know when it's just one of those days where you're craving a meaty ass juicy sauced up mouthwatering burger but then you go to some basic burger restaurant take a bite and immediately feel so down in the dumps because it tasted so disappointingly heart breaking? Yea this was not that. Came in ready for disappointment to be honest. Boyfriend randomly found this place next to Whole Foods and we wanted to try something new. Got there and the cashier was like "all gluten free, veggie burger." So why not. Legit best vegan burger I've ever had. Everything tasted super fresh. Fries and tots were crispy and drizzled with melted delicious cheese topping with jalapeños. :P If veggie burgers always tasted this yummy I can def permanently substitute regular burgers for this. All n all left happy healthy fresh and stuffed. By the way got a milk shake as well. The substitute whole milk With soy milk or coconut milk. read more

Our go to place for healthy, feel good comfort food. The General Manager Kishna is a reflection of what you will find in any NLB. The CEO has the highest food/ingredient standards, customer service while serving a full range of healthy vegan food from burgers to chicken to sausage. Don't forget the tater tots...our obsession...french fries and sweet potato fries. Wash all this yummy food down with a healthy probiotic GT's Kombucha or one of their yummy shakes. The menu recently changed so if you haven't visited in the past month check out the yummy additions that are guaranteed to please. One final note, there are so many sauces that I lost count. You will find the perfect sauce to make you drool. Opps, I forgot the yummy salads. So much to choose from that everyone will be happy & feel healthier. This is our favorite restaurant. Mom is vegan and I'm not. We both LOVE IT! read more

I was really disappointed with this today! I brought home my food and the burger looked like it was frozen and then reheated. I feel like it was also undercooked. It was also very sloppy and fell apart while I was eating it. To add insult to injury I paid $16 for the subpar burger and a drink. The staff was friendly and helpful but I doubt I'll be returning. read more

OK my Veggie Velpies out there, I may be breaking from the norm here for this Next Level Burger place but my first visit was kind of mehh-bleh. Maybe we ordered the wrong things as there are close to 10 burgers on the menu. Let me tell you what I tasted and what I liked and didn't like. First off the menu is slightly confusing in that they do not provide descriptors on the differences in the burgers. One is called All American, another is called Classic. One has black bean and veggies, one has quinoa and mushrooms, and then there is a "sausage style" patty which I never got the download on that one. The person working here was not all that versed in what was in all these patties and the sauces involved. When it came right down to it there seems to be only 4 different burgers and all the different sauces makes up the differences in the burgers. My problem with the choices is I am not a fan of anything mayo, vegan, egg free, or however you name it. I can eat it but I'm just not a fan. All of their sauces are pretty much with vegan mayo. One is called special sauce which I was told was like thousand island dressing. Another is called creamy blue cheese which tastes like blue cheese and then there is a creamy horseradish which is a spicier version of another mayo. I decided to get the black bean burger called Spicy Bean because it looked interesting with the jalapenos and got the horseradish sauce on the side so I could see if I would like and put the amount I wanted. The person I was with ordered the Classic which we were told is most like a normal burger in terms of texture and the toppings where exactly what you would get on a normal burger mustard ketchup, pickles etc. You can add items to your burger for $1-$2 extra which seemed kind of steep. We added the the spicy jalapenos (they have mild also). We tried to also get the classic with a lettuce bun instead of their wheat bun but they do not offer that option so we just went with the bun. To try a few more items on the menu we got fries baked, side salad with lemon avocado dressing, and the chili. All the sides are are around $3.50 each. Total bill added up to around $15 a head and that's without any drinks. I'm not sure how they know how to deliver your meals because there is no number or buzzer to take to your table. They eventually come outside and call your name to find where you are to deliver your order. While we were waiting I noticed at our table a whole kids burger left with like only a tiny bite eaten. I also noticed a whole box of regular fries also left. That left me wondering how good the food could be that a kid ate none of his happy meal. So when the meal arrived I was kind of surprised how small the burgers were. The kids burger leftover was small but ours were not all that much bigger. That was ok because we had some sides to make for enough food. So getting down to the taste of the burgers it was kind of a letdown experience. My black bean burger was super soggy and mushy without out a lot of taste. Even with adding a small amount of the mayo and the jalapenos it just wasn't all that flavorful. The bun looked great at the beginning before eating but then started to just fall apart and started tasting mushy also at the end. The fries were really good for the first couple of bites when they were super hot but then as they cooled they started to taste really stale. The salad again was a miss with the avocado dressing it had no taste whatsoever. The greens looked also a little stale and wilted and it just didn't taste all that fresh. The best part of the meal was the chili. It had I think sprouted quinoa in it and it tasted fresh and was worth the $3.50. As far as the classic burger I had a taste of that one and it was much better in that it tasted more like a burger and had much better flavors but again the bun fell apart and they put on too much of the sauces that drowned out the taste of the burger. All the add ins want to come out because the burger is small but stacked high. Bottom line I guess I came in with way too high expectations on this place. Yes it's awesome they are getting people to eat more vegan and there is a lot of choices to be had here but for my tastes it just wasn't great enough to sing high Yelp praises for their food. I'm breaking from the norm here and calling it just OK. read more

They should put a sign on the door NO MEAT... I expected a big juicy burger and ended up with a vegetarian imitation... The burger had bacon on it but it was like nothing I've ever tasted ... I ordered a Diet Coke and they said they did not carry diet beverages so I had one of their beers which was the best part of the meal... if you want healthy I guess this is the place to go,but if you want to big juicy burger I would pass‍‼ read more

We used to order monthly take out from the Next Level Burger and it was decent food in some ways. Today, we went out there and bought same usual order for %25 price increase if not more and we didn't mind it that much. What was disappointing that the salad portions are cut in half and no protein was added to the salad. So, basically we paid almost $30 dollars for a small salad. Unfortunately, I will not be returning to this restaurant again. There are many other vegan burgers that are better in quality and definitely lower in price. But if you're vegan, your options a limited. read more

Oh. My. Gosh. This place is delicious! My family and I recently started eating Whole Foods Plant-Based, we don't eat any animal products at all. It's been challenging to go out to eat, I always end up ordering off of the sides menu, or a salad. Gets boring after a while. But I discovered Next Level Burger, and I'm addicted! My husband is having a hard time with this lifestyle, he really misses meat. It's easier for myself and my daughter; we just think about the animals and we're done. So we had lunch at NLB today. My husband had the animal, my daughter and I had the all-American. We also shared the salted caramel peanut shake. Lemme tell you. That shake. That shake could change the world, it's that good. The burgers were amazing, the tots and fries were great, everything was amazing. My only complaint was the buns. They kinda disintegrate before you're done with the burger. But I can deal with that. My daughter decided she wants to have her birthday party at NLB, and the manager and upper management has been so accommodating in helping us plan it. Can't wait to go back! read more

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My boyfriend dropped off lunch and wanted to try this place out. I was impressed by the overall concept but not the quality. The burger and bun were too dry for my taste. I loved the concept but felt that the taste fell short of accomplishing that. Probably won't be back for a second round. read more

Wonderful addition to the Concord area right off the freeway inside the new Whole Foods 360. I'm happy to see more Vegan places or places with vegan options popping up. I tried the signature burger with a side of tots (fried) and the salted caramel peanut milkshake. My favorite was the perfectly crispy seasoned tots followed by the burger and then the shake. I'm a huge potato lover so go figure that's my favorite of the 3 things I tried. The weather was bad so I sat inside and the only available seating at the time was the u shaped high top facing store shoppers. Slightly awkward but whatever... Can't wait to try some of their other items. read more

Next Level Burger - Burgers Near Me - Concord, California

My wife and I just tasted the chicken today and it was excellent. Good texture, good flavor, but a little too much salt, otherwise would give it five stars. The ladies working there are very kind and will be back soon. read more

QUICK GLANCE: Cost: Pricey - Full meal burgers, fries and shake $22.00 Parking: Parking Lot Seating: Majority outdoor with a limited seating indoor. Seat yourself. Ordering: At the counter - They accept credit card and cash First Timer Recommendation: Classic with beyond patty and cheese, fried fries versus baked and coconut base shake ******** My first review for 2018 and since my Elite status was taken away from me, after 5 years of blood, sweat and tears (ok I'm exaggerating). I guess I don't feel the pressure of having to write a review all the time. It's official, I have been to NLB way more than I would like to and my pocket book feels the pain. It would make sense, since they are attached to Whole paycheck. Our first time coming here was after we signed our paperwork for our new home. Yes, we officially live nearby this establishment. The service and food on this day was excellent. I think it has to do with it being new. I'm guessing they brought their "Elite squad" to serve the patrons. Fast forward, I wouldn't say the service is horrible, it's no longer the above and beyond service I witnessed in the beginning. Then again, it's a place where you order your meal and pay at the counter, before actually sitting down. I pretty much order the same thing, since the hubby and I have tried practically everything on the menu. My usual order: Classic burger with beyond meat, cheese, sweet potato fries and a milkshake. Do you know how much this meal will set you back????!!! $22.00. Yes you read correctly. I was like hot dang!! This $hit better be on point, since I have to pay this much. I later realized they charge an extra $2 for the beyond patty and extra $1 for the cheese. The fries $3.50 regardless if it's sweet potato, crinkle or tater tots. Granted it's about the same price as VG in Walnut Creek, but I prefer the bun at VG and if I stick to regular fries its only $12.95. What I can commend them on is the variety of burger options from Quinoa, mushroom, black bean and etc. The fries can also be baked or fried. If you are not craving burgers, order the hot dogs or salad. My only recommendation for them is milkshake. They only have one size and it's way too large for a person to consume. They should offer a half size, especially since a milkshake cost $6.00 and you can chose between a soy or coconut base. Coconut base FTW!! Overall, I'm glad they opened another vegan restaurant. After you've eaten a big meal, walk around the new Veranda shopping center. There is lots to see!! read more

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If you want to let someone know that they can eat awesome vegan burgers, bring them here... Everything I have tried from them is delicious. I do love their side dishes too... Their melted "cheese" is great!!!! read more

I tried and split the Animal and we got some chili chz fries with my daughter yesterday and it was delicious read more

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I've been curious about this place after seeing all the rave reviews of the burgers being tasty for us meat eaters. I finally tried this place and I have mixed feelings. I thought I ordered the special sauce burger but apparently got the signature instead which was the one I was debating on. Signature is an umami mushroom and quinoa patty topped with avocado, cheddar cheese,onion, red leaf lettuce and roasted garlic thyme. It's not a big burger but for me enough for $8. My experience with veggie burgers is the lack of a good binder so it doesn't fall apart. I specifically asked and she said it didn't fall apart. Wrong!!!! My first bite the bun crumbled in pieces and my burger following. The pic I have is after two small bites. It looks destroyed and super messy to eat. Overall the flavor was decent although the cheese had a strange texture I could tell it wasn't real cheese lol. I'd try again with the special sauce next time. Just wish it wouldn't fall apart. read more

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This place has amazing burgers that are fresh, flavorful, and healthy!!! They have a house special sauce that they put on everything that is absolutely delicious! The food is tasty and this place is a great vegan treat for either lunch or dinner! The ingredients that they put on the burgers are all really fresh. This place has indoor seating as well as an outdoor patio area! I love eating outside when it's sunny out. I get the Signature Burger when I come here and it is so soooo tasty! The shakes are also very tasty and really refreshing, especially on a hot day our! This place is in a great location in the Veranda Center. It is close to other shopping, the movie theatre, and lots of other places. I love that it's a plant based burger chain. I love that they have healthy and sustainable food and that they also care about the environment. I also love that they have compostable packaging. The downside is that the burgers run on the smaller side. Also, a burger, fries, and a shake will run you more than you will pay at other burger places. read more

Next Level "BURGER" My husband and I were really looking forward to trying this place. We shop at the new Whole Foods all the time which, by the way, is fantastic. We decided to try this place for lunch. We assumed they have grass fed BEEF since it is next to Whole Foods and it advertises itself as a BURGER joint. However, they don't serve meat at all. Now, let me tell you my husband eats a lot of vegetarian cuisine but please, plants!! Give me a break. If you not a burger place then don't advertise as if you are one. That's like going to a deli for a sandwich and the deli saying "oh sorry we don't use bread" so disappointed. Ridiculous, really! Thank God they are actually opening up a burger spot across the parking lot called Super Duper Burger. It's not open yet but at least they serve beef which is more than I can say for this place. read more

Couldn't locate pics but there meatless meat taste like the real thing to me. Both the times I have been here they have been really friendly and full of energy so the customer service is much appreciated. Only thing id work on is seating area tbh. It being in the middle of a whole foods can be uninviting depending on seats available. White lights are too much to relax and enjoy the meal read more

First of all, I'll give it four stars just for thinking of having a burger place that doesn't produce any burgers. So awesome. Secondly, their meatless menu includes options that don't include soy, which is different than most vegan/vegetarian restaurants/products out there. They have creative and delicious "burger" options. I tried the signature and was impressed with the flavor and textures if offered. They have coconut and soy milk shakes, which look fantastic; and I can't wait to try the coconut milk ones! Their servers are informative and make sure you know that their menu is meat free. Honestly, it's a great spot for those who can't, don't or won't eat meat and still want to have a delicious option! The reason I don't give Next Level 5 stars is because it is pricey for small portions, everything is separate, and it's very small and attached to the 365 Whole Foods which makes it a little congested when ordering. Ps. They have gluten free buns available! read more

Hmmm.... Tasty food considering it's all plant-based made, however it was way overpriced with small portions and the restaurant layout is extremely awkward. I came here on a whim after coming back from an appointment in Benicia. I was craving a burger but wanted something healthier, and what to my surprise, this place just happened to suit what I was looking for. I initially was not aware that this place was a plant-based restaurant only, but it struck enough curiosity for me to give it a shot. HD is connected to Whole Foods which I was not aware of prior to coming in. I will start with saying, the layout of the restaurant is extremely awkward. There are about three entrances into the restaurant. The main one which seems to be the one that most people come through, leads you straight into the middle of the line where people are ordering. You then have to make your way down this narrow little hall along side the line to make way to where the line actually starts. I can't even tell you how many people I saw that came in the same entrance I did, with The same confused look on their face that I had upon entering. They seem to have a nice selection of items to choose from that all sounded mostly appealing. I ended up going with some plant-based bacon beef patty like burger. When I was ordering at the register, I asked the young guy if I could just get it lettuce wrapped ( a.k.a. Protein style) he said he could do that, but he would have to charge me $.65 for the lettuce to make a lettuce wrap???? Are you kidding me?? I am requesting no bread, yet you want to charge me for lettuce?? Needless to say, I didn't get the lettuce lol I also got one of their IPA beers for like $7 and some change. They then give you number that you placing your table to have your food brought to you. Food was minuscule in portion ( thank God I had the beer to fill me up ) lol As small in portion as it was, it was actually quite tasty. But overall, tasty or not, I don't have the slightest bit of desire to come back again. read more

I should've known. Portions were tiny and overpriced. When I walked up to the counter, I stood for a couple minutes waiting for the staff to turn around to see me. Way to 'keep an eye on the customers'. I appreciate that it's a plant-based menu. We need more restaurants to offer options like that. They're gluten sensitive too. So kudos for that (third star). So why is it priced so high for the amount you get? I probably won't be going back, unless I get threatened. read more

House burger ( I think that is what it is called), sadly disappointed. Lame burger for an expensive price. No thanks. Didn't taste "meaty" at all like the menu claimed. Dry bread. Skimpy burger. I can't see myself ever wanting to eat here again. read more

Ill give 0 of i can. They dont actively advertise they are vegan. Instead the person just said that all of their produce is organic and locally grown (to which i said sweet). They dont tell you they are plant based until adter i ordered Anywho the food is god awful. Vegan doesnt taste the way this place does it. read more

I have heard about this place from a friend & yesterday had a perfect opportunity to try it for myself while in the area. I really enjoyed my food. It took me forever to decide what I wanted due to so many great options. I finally ordered a Signature Burger. Patty was made out of Umami Mushroom & Quinoa. It was topped with sliced Avocado, Swiss style cheese, roasted garlic Mayo, lettuce, tomato & red onion. Avocado was not ready at all to eat. It was actually still crunchy, however as soon as I took it out I could not get enough of my burger. That burger did not have a chance.... it was gone in few bites. I also ordered some crinkles fries. They were tasty but I had a lot left over. If you are going with someone it might be a good idea to share fries. I did not order anything to drink & just had water. I will definitely return to try other things on the menu. Too bad there are no other locations. read more

Next Level Burger - "Signature" Burger. (Mushroom and quinoa patty) - Burgers Near Me - Concord, California

So many options! Always delicious. My omnivore husband doesn't love it the way I do, but that's to be expected I guess - good thing there's another burger joint in the same complex for him to get his fix too. I'm partial to the All American with Cheddar and a chocolate soy shake - but there really are no bad choices on this menu. Even the vegan cheese is great - and I'm a hard sell in vegan cheese. I can't stand Daiya, and this place doesn't use it as far as I can tell - it tastes more in the realm of a "follow your heart" or "Ciao" type. read more