Excellent food. Great option to have in the city. Prayers…read moreanswered. The city needed a good vegan options relatively close to downtown. I got a bunch of different things everything was excellent. Very friendly service. Next time I go back to Boston I will definitely check them out

Cute small location. As other mention some crowded tables together and bar seating near window…read more Lucky, late lunch not crowded at all. Service was efficient and friendly staff. Food came out fairly quick. Even my non vegan mom found the bowl tasty and flavorful. She doesn't give many vegan restaurants thumbs up. One of the better veggie burgers I've had. Only one on my three week vacation even though available elsewhere. Moist but held it's shape. Really liked the pretzel roll. Definitely thumbs up. Hope to visit again from the West Coast. Crispy Chick'n Vietnamese Noodle Bowl crispy chick'n. rice noodles. pickled vegetables. cucumber. thai basil. mint. scallion. toasted cashews. nuoc cham $16.75 Lulu Burger house burger. grain mustard truffle aioli. cheddar. pickles. heirloom tomato. grilled onion. pretzel bun $16.95 Power Play Smoothie Chocolate Protein Shake. Almond Milk, Coconut, Sprouted Chocolate Protein, Banana, Hemp Seed $12.95 gluten free

I can definitely tell why this place gets really packed!!!! There was a line out the door, so make…read moresure to put your name on the list and expect to wait a while. They have plenty of options for everyone. I didn't order anything out of the ordinary. I ordered scrambled eggs, bacon and house potatoes, and they came out decent. The latte was good too. If you're looking for a cool brunch spot, I recommend coming here.

Food was good, pretty standard brunch fare. Servings are not super large nor overly small. Their…read morepastries are not very fresh and a little too sweet/mushy. Service was lacking. Waiter didn't bring out water, didn't offer any cream or sugar for coffees, and was difficult to flag down to ask for extra plates/utensils. The inside is quite cramped and we were shoved into a tiny little corner. Overall a meh place for brunch. The appeal is the convenience of the location. Other than that I'd stop somewhere else for a brunch.

I'm a sucker for a long line because that's how I know a place is good and this place delivered…read more Standing at 4.3 stars at 3.5k reviews (at the time of this post) is an impressive feat, and my ravenous appetite that hit me when I walked off the plane in Boston brought me here and I couldn't be happier that it did. The pancakes were so well made and I normally dislike thicker pancakes. The service was very accommodating to the items on the menu on excluding or including small things which was pleasant. The art and the vibe all over this place and its branding also add to the good feels of this place. Next time I'm in town I'll be sure to try to get a reservation or put my name down to accommodate for the wait time, this place was a hit.

A great place to have a solid brunch at!…read more Beautiful design and ambience inside of this restaurant. The staff is very kind and attentive making it even more special. The food was solidly good here! If you're super hungry, this place will HIT! I would say that if you like the sweet-spicy flavors, then definitely check out the crispy pimento bowl--you will love it! Side note-it is super oily! Wish I had a drink, but definitely thinking about trying one of their flights!

Carmelina's was one of the highlights of my visit to the North End. The atmosphere was cozy and…read morewelcoming, and the staff made us feel right at home. I had the homemade pasta, and it was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. You can tell a lot of care goes into every dish. The portions were generous, and even though it was busy, the service stayed attentive throughout the meal. I can definitely see why this place is so popular, and I'll be back the next time I'm in Boston.

Food is AMAZING!!! The food quality never disappoints Our favorite place in The North End.read more

What a nice surprise!…read more The ambiance is nice and above all very busy. Staffs are friendly and patient with us too. Food is great! Healthy and convenient to have for lunch, no guilt feeling at all. Buddha Bowl - presentation is fantastic - taste delicious and guilt free feeling - simple ingredients and price right! Strawberry Bliss - strawberry, banana, dates, coconut yogurt, coconut milk - refreshing and delicious - not too sweet, I love it! Everything I ordered was great and fantastic! Belly approved for sure! Highly recommended! Cons: Order takes time to get and it's super busy. Make sure you're not super hungry when you come here. Mahalo for reading & happy juandering fellow Yeeps.

Had a really nice quick lunch at Life Alive a few days ago. We ordered a grain bowl, an acai bowl,…read morea minestrone soup, and a side of sweet potatoes. It was all quite delicious although the granola was a bit to sweet for us so we'd forgo that next time. Ambiance is nice and staff is a bit confused by they try! This is a great place for a quick bite and I wish they'd come to NYC!

Amazing food. I also loved the ambience. It was reminiscent of the Mediterranean…read more The plates, plating, and serving ware were tastefully chosen. The service fast attentive and friendly. I'd definitely be back when on vacation again. The orange honey cake was mind blowing

Lovely ambience..perfect for a date night. We were seated indoors and realised it was too loud so…read morewe requested to be seated on the patio. We got the Tiropita rolls 5/5: the best of the lot. Crispy on the outside and doughy and cheesy on the inside. The Greek honey butter and olives were perfect! The butter was light and airy Tzatziki trio 3.5/5: the dips were great, especially the corn one and the beetroot one, even if a little bland Skopiteniki 3/5: the shell was good but the stuffing was okay..almost forgettable. The dish was also too dry. The wine was great! The server had us try a couple and helped us pick. My partner's wine was delayed so they took off the wine charges on our final bill.

Realized that I haven't had much fruits/veggies in my life lately, so I decided to check out…read moreCocobeet. First impressions, WOW these are expensive! But I guess with everything going on in the world, it is what it is as long as the value matches the price. I told the lady at the desk about my quest for mostly fruits, but maybe veggies as well and got recommended the Mediterranean Bowl. It was very delicious and I couldn't finish it in one go. Also appreciate it having quinoa instead of rice. Huge fan of coconut and bought the Majikal Coconut as well (price made me a bit nervous). It contains coconut juice, meat and blue majik (HIGHLY advise that you drink it as soon as you buy). My 3rd item was an acai bowl which I had for dinner and it was well done and also filled me up for the night. The business itself is well kept, bright and colorful. It's small, but has two seats near the windows. Really appreciate Cocobeet having labels for their items in the fridge showing not only the price, but what it does for the body! So glad it's across the street from work and you'll definitely be seeing me again!

Very cute little spot in the busy downtown. The space is small but used well as there's a decent…read moreamount of indoor seating. I ordered a blue oasis smoothie which was spirulina, coconut, and pineapple. It was a pretty good combination of creamy with a hint of pineapple that's not too overwhelming. A slight coconut pulp texture that's not overpowering. Really quality ingredients and I would definitely come back

Easy to order, friendly staff, was obsessed with decor and the table design, food was so good and…read morefresh and flavorful!

This place is sooooo yummy!!! Just ordered some food for my co-workers and I, and we loved every…read morebit of it. I can't comment on the ambiance, as a co-worker picked up our food. However, the customer service and the food were 5/5 stars!!! We made some tweaks to our orders, which were correctly done and the food looked amazing and well presented, so service ... highly appreciate. The food tasted so fresh and healthy. The prices were not too bad for the quality and quantity either. The grain bowls come with a lot of substance and flavor, so I highly recommend them. I also got a "pizza"/wrap, and it was very clean and delicious.

Absolutely top-notch vegan ramen. Coming from Vancouver, BC, where we have a killer…read more(vegan-friendly) ramen scene, I am a tough customer for ramen when visiting elsewhere. But this place completely lives up. 6 different ramens, $17.95 for the regular bowls. I was recommended the red hot miso ramen, a spicy option. You order up at the counter, and they give you a buzzer that buzzes when your ramen is ready to grab at the counter. The ramen was ready in under 10 minutes. First, the broth was remarkably complex and rich, with an endless depth that never became too overbearing -- perfect. The noodles were perfectly cooked as well, served up in a decent portion. Toppings-wise, you get tofu, soy crumble, corn, arugula, and sprouts, along with plenty of sesame seeds. I would've liked some proper greens (other than a few raw arugula leafs), but that's the most minor of complaints. Service was decent enough -- informative and helpful in describing the options. All in all, top-notch vegan ramen. Highest recommendation.

I have been dreading writing this review, because as much as I wanted to love this place - I…read moreprobably had one of the worst eating experiences ever. Swung by this place on a weekday for lunch to avoid the rush - most weekends I pass by this place and the line wraps around the street! My friend and I stepped in and were immediately greeted with a sour attitude. We were confused on the menu whether our ramen included chili oil or not, and the staff did not help explain anything and just quickly dismissed our questions to get us to order quicker. Once we sat down, the food was done relatively quickly. However I was very surprised on what we had gotten. Now I admit - I am not a vegetarian. However, I have enjoyed many vegetarian meals and this was quite upsetting. We both got the garlic miso ramen. The ramen was not temperature hot at all. The chili oil was not flavorful. The "soy meat" was simply just mushed tofu with awful texture, and it soaked into the soup and created a pretty unpleasant texture (I took a picture which makes me sad and unappetized). I was unable to finish my bowl. The food combined with the service made for a pretty negative time for me. I really wanted to love it - a place with a full vegetarian menu is amazing for all my friends who have that restriction! Maybe if they tried pan frying the tofu create a better textural experience? I will not plan to come back, and will highly recommend you go to any other restaurant in Back Bay.

We went here several years ago and seem to remember enjoying it but I neglected to write a review…read moreto remind us how we liked it . This time we were ravenous, having spent 12 hours carrying heavy boxes and furniture all day, so primed for a good meal. The Rouleaux egg rolls were superb and the steamed shrimp & crab dumplings outstanding, both accompanied by simple but distinct sauces that really made them pop. Our entrees were equally impressive. The crispy fried catfish (Trey Tuk Peng Pah) and seafood noodles (Crevettes, Moules, Champignon Et Pates De Riz Au Gingembre) are my favorites. Such fresh ingredients combined with striking flavors really made it enjoyable. Our server was engaging and had very helpful insights as well.

Hey Foodies, it's SJ here with another review! This Friday, my boyfriend and I decided we wanted to…read moretry The Elephant Walk. The reviews looked good and I was excited to try their unique menu... well, let's just say we were very disappointed. First of all the prices are very expensive. I know this is Boston, but $17 for a cocktail is ridiculous! Our server was lovely, he was very kind and had a kind spirit. I was excited to try the "Rouleaux" since they remind me of the eggrolls, my mother learned from her Vietnamese mother-in-law. It was very crispy, which unfortunately is the only good thing I can say about it. The flavor was so off. It's almost as if the ingredients in the Rouleaux were loudly competing for my attention simultaneously! It didn't really melt in your mouth either, it just felt heavy. The other appetizer we ordered was called Dumplings croustillants au poet epics. This was actually worse than first appetizer. I like lemongrass, but MAN the lemongrass was so overpowering. I started to wonder... "is this how it's always made"?! I'm not even exaggerating. Overall, the atmosphere was nice - definitely pricey, and the food isn't worth the hype. Till next eats, SJ