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Casual cafe offering healthy vegetarian food, smoothies and fresh juices for eat-in or takeaway. Order at the counter from a menu of warm bowls, salad bowls, and grilled wraps plus the day's soup and some small snacks. Egg or dairy may be removed or replaced - ask. Sells a small selection of health products to take home. One of several outlets. Open Mon-Sun 10:00am-9:00pm.
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281 Essex St, Salem, Massachusetts, USA, 01970
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63 Reviews
First Review by abbydoo
vegmia
Points +134
dream come true - Edit
this place is literally the restaurant of my dreams. the atmosphere is amazing, the food is amazing-er. i would eat this every day if i could. so flavorful and colorful, creates a warming sensation from the inside out. i will tell everyone about this place. many blessings to this place.
Read morePros: amazing flavorful food, whole, unprocessed food, super reasonable pricing
Guest
Prajna
Points +5829
Good healthy options - Edit
This is a great place for a delicious salad or wrap. Although their menu is large, all options are just slight alterations of each other. But it is still worth it and delicious.
Read moreThe goddess is a classic and my favorite. Their garlicky dressing is delicious.
They do have some new seasonal options, like a ceasar salad.
They also have a large variety of smoothies and the ocasiona dessert.
Updated from previous review on 2021-08-19
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JenniferShanks
Points +82
So good! - Edit
We very much enjoyed our meals here. Great service, menu, and food! Can’t wait to return!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options
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LePetiteVegan
Points +845
Loads of Vegan Options - Edit
Stopped through here on a road trip and was pleasantly surprised by the variety of foods offered. We ordered a grain bowl, a wrap, and a juice. The only issue I had with the menu was that it seemed a bit repetitive. I felt like I was reading the same four options over and over again. I kinda closed my eyes put my finger on the menu and ordered whatever it landed on which was still really tasty. The serving of food was large so I had some left over for later which is always nice. Will definitely visit ever I'm in Salem again!
Read morePros: Many vegan options, Fresh food, Delicious juices
Cons: Wee bit pricey
Guest
wokeveganqueen
Points +418
Convenient location, knowledgeable staff, & great vegan food! - Edit
I stumbled upon Life Alive by accident on a trip to Salem, and it was completely serendipitous! I ordered the fool bowl and practically licked the plate clean. The staff was very knowledgeable and accommodating when I asked questions about which choices were vegan. I also had a matcha latte (without honey) and a coco loco latte and both were fantastic! I love that the restaurant is so close to the attractions and that it was reasonably priced.
Read morePros: Close to attractions, Great prices, Delicious
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ASzmodis
Points +230
Great Options - Edit
Loved the large but cozy atmosphere and bowl options. Good portions and cute dishware, however it was a bit pricey, especially for tea drinks.
Read morePros: nice vibe
Cons: pricey
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bleuphoenix88
Points +49
Lovely - Edit
Great food, had the Fool bowl which I liked. Partner had Elvis alive which he loved.
Read morePros: Lots of options., Reasonable price, Filling
Cons: Venue was cold.
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Momonieee
Points +109
Heaven on earth! - Edit
This place is a gem! The atmosphere is very zen and chill. Even though it was busy, you could see the employees were working really hard to get everything out and to the customers. I went here for a late lunch/early dinner and I honestly wish I got more food than I did. The portions were the perfect size. Not too much but not too little. We were traveling this day and I wish I got something else to go but nonetheless what I ordered was delicious. I ordered a green juice and the green goddess bowl. They give you the option of a half, full bowl or wrap. I went with a full bowl with sprouted legumes and tofu and I added their whipped butternut squash. YUM! If I lived in the area I would come here everyday! The food is made with lots of love. The flavor of the sauce on the bowl was fantastic! They offer coffee too now which is awesome. 10/10 would recommend!
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TaylorTutwiler
Points +298
Loved the food and vibe - Edit
Honestly I feel like I could go back for weeks before trying everything on the menu. There is such a variety of options. I loved everything we had. It was relatively fast getting out and the atmosphere of the place was a cool computer cafe/ hangout spot. Would definitely recommend!
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MikeFeinstein
Points +1495
Tasty and nutrious in the heart of Salem - Edit
Visited Live Alive Organic Cafe last night while in Salem for the annual national meeting of the Green Party of the United States. After having been out of the country for six weeks, I was really in the mood for a gorge on vegan taste and nutrition. Live Alive hit the spot on every level. I had The Adventurer. Their menu describes it thus:
Read more"Our Sesame Ginger Nama Sauce meets a colorful mix of corn, beets, broccoli, kale, shredded cheddar,tofu or sprouted legumes & tamari almonds over quinoa & brown rice." https://static1.squarespace.com/static/588ca4ca29687f771600b238/t/5b0ecf27352f53569144d77e/1527697195573/salem_hand_menu_may_2018.pdf
As you can see from the pic, the plate was also large and filling - they don't skimp and the very $9.50 price is more than fair.
Life Alive is also located on the lively pedestrian-oriented Essex St. in the Salem downtown, just a few steps away from Massachusetts Bay.
Updated from previous review on 2019-07-25
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KurtBallou
Points +103
It’s a wild card these days - Edit
Life Alive used to be my favorite spot in town, but has become quite inconsistent lately. Juices and smoothies still seem up to par, but the bowls not so much. There’s been a change of ownership and a lot of employee turn over. I hope they can get it together!
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slopez
Points +59
Great vegan menu in Salem - Edit
Great vegan options, nice place and friendly service. Try the warm bowls.
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LynneTibbettsBedenh
Points +18
Excellent flavor at reasonable prices - Edit
Quick, flavorful healthy food! So yummy!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options! 😁 I'd definitely go again
Cons: No cons... except need more desert options
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JoshHyatt
Points +477
Healthy and delicious - Edit
The food and vibe are wonderful!!!
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mshilale
Points +78
Cozy, comfy, healthy! - Edit
A hippie's paradise. COZY, delicious, awesome, insanely wide variety of foods and drinks - we’ve never been disappointed! The food even looks beautiful! You can really tell how much love and effort goes into these meals. We also love that they are extremely earth conscious/community conscious. Nothing better than a warm, comforting grain bowl on a rainy day.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2018-08-08
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allhess
Points +5795
Tasty Lunch - Edit
Quick and heathy mea before our day in Salem. Enjoyable!
Read morePros: Nice, friendly staff, Good number of vegan options, Cute space
Guest
vegstravaganza
Points +98
Some Love for Life Alive - Edit
I am always 100% satisfied with my food at Life Alive. When I'm back in MA visiting family and friends this is a great place to meet for lunch or dinner. Filling and beautiful food, yummy smoothies/shakes/juices, and all vegan or vegetarian options. You definitely get you money's worth here and the food is so good it pleases the taste buds of vegs and non-vegs alike!
Read morePros: All vegan or vegetarian , Ingredients all listed
Cons: Read thorougly, cheese listed mid-ingredient list
Guest
Eunoia_1323
Points +602
A healthier option - Edit
Life alive has a decent vegan selection but are mostly all buddha bowls. Some of the menu is customizable but not all of it is vegan from what I remember. The food tastes very fresh but it is over-priced for the ingredients and portion size (most are grain/rice based). We’ve only been here a couple times, usually when we are in the mood for something a bit lighter. I think I got the green goddess bowl..didn’t find it to be anything to write home about, but certainly not bad. Neither one of us found the options particularly exciting, but it’s an interesting restaurant! Seems like something that can easily be recreated at home. Definitely a great option if you’re looking for a whole-food plant based option when eating out, however.
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msm
Points +38
Fantastic - Edit
Perfect in every way. Great place for healthy meal. Good ambience, nice people.
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djcp
Points +32
A favorite - Edit
I always order the green goddess bowl and it's always fabulous. I don't understand reviews saying the food is bland or flavorless, everything I've had here has been delicious and well balanced. I have never left hungry, and I have a large appetite.
Read morePros: Good smoothies, Fresh
Cons: A little pricey
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Lizluna
Points +32
No flavor!! - Edit
It’s very cute and cozy in there but the food itself was so tasteless and bland.
Read morePros: Vegan options , Cozy
Cons: Expensive , Bland
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bailey7205
Points +32
Truly Awesome - Edit
The whole style of the restaurant is a beautiful earthy design with many inspiration quotes and art work on the walls along with plants. Pretty much everything is VEGAN. Everything that's not you can make vegan. No meat even in the building and they had vegan cheese substitutes.
Read morePros: Vegan, Gluten free, Beautiful Design
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BallroomVegan
Points +246
One of our faves - Edit
Always consistent, incredible food and very vegan-adaptable. Friendly staff, comfortable setting. Highly recommend.
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Bob0219
Points +25
Really good! - Edit
I love having lunch here. My carnivorous friends have no problem joining me and eating the vegan/vegetarian options.
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AndreaP
Points +162
Great vegan desserts - Edit
Vegan ice cream is from fomu! Lots of vegan options!
Read morePros: Very vegan friendly
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haleylikesspinach
Points +466
(not so) filling bowls - Edit
Arrived hungry and ordered the udon miso "filling bowl". While the dish was flavorful and fresh, it was smaller than expected and underwhelming. I left still a little hungry and a little disappointed with my $10 meal. Overall, I think this place is a bit overrated.
Read morePros: many options , fresh, healthy
Cons: bland, unflavored tofu , small portions
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Griffinwolf2008
Points +20
must go for vegans! - Edit
I just happened to stumble upon this place wandering around Salem. I instantly LOVED the hippie vibe of the place. They have a good sized menu and the staff is great. The food is soooo yummy!
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