Vegan
American
Pizza
Organic
Delivery
Take-out
Fusion
Gluten-free
Plant-based cafe opened 2017. Serves vegan food and drinks in a dining area with communal table seating. On menu are choices like vegan pizzas, burgers, salads, and small plates. Has soup bar, desserts case. Sunday brunch menu include waffles and more. Sells a few grocery items. Open Mon-Thu 11:00am-7:00pm, Fri 11:00am-2:00pm, Sun 9:00am-6:00pm. Closed Sat.
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270 Russell St, Hadley, Massachusetts, USA, 01035
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- Outdoor seating
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
- Free Wi-Fi
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Last update on 18 Jul 2023 by geometric-noise
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Added by ReviewTeam on 16 Aug 2017
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107 Reviews
First Review by nafanc
SJ738
Points +236
Must Visit Cozy Diner - Edit
Must visit if in the area! Comfort food with a local and fresh twist. Highly recommend the calzones and southern comfort bowl!
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JunkFoodVeganologist
Points +901
Wish I lived closer to this small town gem - Edit
Everything was amazing and I cannot wait to come back! The breakfast burrito, eggplant calzone, caesar salad, and garlic knots were so delicious. The garlic knots didn't have much garlic but were still very good.
Read moreThe bakery is even better and I recommend the chocolate peanut butter cupcake and pumpkin cookie!
Updated from previous review on 2024-09-22
Pros: Everything is vegan , Amazing food and bakery, Plenty of seats
PulseCafeMA
Great picks! Thank you for sharing. We hope you get to come again soon.
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kyoungbird
Points +1793
Enjoyable - Edit
I enjoyed this place. It’s huge and beautiful inside. Many options to choose from. Everything was flavorful and delicious. Would recommend checking this spot out if you’re in the area. It’s also right off of the bike trail
Read moreCons: Pricey, Salad bowl too small, couldn’t mix salad
PulseCafeMA
We appreciate your review! Thank you.
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thebartlettbaker
Points +418
I Have Better Food At Home - Edit
It’s always exciting to visit a fully vegan restaurant. First off, I will say it’s too expensive. I paid $50 (before tip) for three things, which is definitely a steep price and isn’t really accessible to the community.
Read moreBecause of the higher price point, other good reviews, and the business’s overall professionalism, I had high hopes & standards that were not met. The presentation of all of the food was amazing but the flavor was lacking.
The pizza is fine and definitely passable. The dough was a little dense/doughy but the flavor was there and the pie did satisfy my craving. I would have loved more char/texture in the buffalo chicken and the crust. Maybe if it was cooked a little more? Or maybe I’m just so used to New Haven style pizza. I would be open to trying their other pies. For overall better vegan pizza, go to Vegan Pizza Land in Easthampton, MA.
The mac & cheese definitely left a lot to be desired. My first bite was a huge letdown. I literally said “come on man.” 😂 I really wanted it to be good! It had almost no flavor or salt whatsoever, just a faint smokiness. Most of the flavor came from the BBQ sauce on the tempeh, which was an addition that I requested. The tempeh appeared as if they just poured a little sauce on some slices of tempeh and called it a day. Some caramelization on the tempeh would have done wonders. This dish really disappointed me because I made a fantastic mac and “cheese” this weekend at home and this didn’t even come close. I had some leftover “cheese” sauce in my fridge, and when I added it to my leftovers, it completely changed the game!
I found the cheesecake to be a bit grainy in texture and not as sweet/decadent as I would have liked. It tasted “healthier,” which is not always a bad thing, just not what I was expecting. I would have liked for this to have more flavor as well. They had a few beautifully-piped cupcakes that I did not try because the flavors seemed a little basic to me (ex: chocolate/vanilla).
My visit here fell short of perfection. I came in feeling inspired and left thinking about how I would make improvements on every thing I tried. I have worked in kitchens my whole life and I think I will come back and try again, just to see if today was just an off day for them. I really have heard great things about this place. I wanted it to be delicious and I really do wish the best for this business. I will say that they have an entirely vegan market/grocery which is a huge plus in my book.
Updated from previous review on 2024-09-17
Pros: Entirely Vegan Grocery Section
PulseCafeMA
Thank you for your constructive review. We always look for ways to improve on what we do so we appreciate you sharing. Hope to serve you better next time!
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Jules143
Points +46
So many vegan and vegetarian options - Edit
Fresh foods that taste delicious. I loved the eggplant calzone. We were in Hadley for a tournament so, I picked up a few to-go items to have at the field. Casual atmosphere. Super tasty vegan and vegetarian options
Read morePulseCafeMA
We're glad you gave us a try while you were in the area! Thank you for your review.
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MaryPascale
Points +234
Really cute place with a diversity of options - Edit
Loved this cute restaurant with hot food prepared on the spot and some prepared foods and other goodies to bring home! Their desserts were so good and my favorite dish was the Mac and cheez! I saw there was a soup bar there too which would be really cool to try next time!
Read morePros: Great service , Clean and organized , Delicious foods and many options
Cons: None
PulseCafeMA
Thanks, Mary! So glad you enjoyed your meal and we look forward to serving you again next time.
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Johnetto
Points +11
Almost Perfect - Edit
This is my "go-to" vegan place whenever I want to eat vegan. Food is absolutely delicious and the staff are very friendly and helpful. The bowls are one of my favorites and I sometimes will pick up a delicious smoothie on the run! The warm orzo latte is my favorite in the cool months and the chai chaga iced latte is my awesome hot summer drink!! Living on a fixed income my only con would be the prices. But like everything else it's the cost of doing business in these times and the cost of eating healthy unfortunately.
Read morePulseCafeMA
Thank you for this review! We are happy to hear that we are a place you can go to get food you enjoy (despite the tough economy).
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VRunner
Points +335
Great options - Edit
I was in the area and so happy to see an all vegan cafe. They had an extensive menu for Sunday brunch, in addition to a desert case. They also had some snacks in the cafe and a small refrigerator for grab and go items. I ordered the tofu scramble to go. The best part was the roasted potatoes. The tofu scramble could’ve been more spiced, it was somewhat bland. The veggie sausage was just okay. Overall was pleased with the meal just a little underwhelming.
Read morePulseCafeMA
We appreciate your feedback! Thank you for leaving a review and we hope you get to give us another try next time.
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AngelEatz
Points +43
Favorite Vegan Place - Edit
Whenever I’m in Western Mass this is my top and favorite place to go! The menu is so vast, has something for whatever your craving! The menu items are also customizable! The portions are large, I’m always taking my food home which lasts 1-2 more meal times! Love it here!
Read morePulseCafeMA
Thanks for dropping us a review and a photo of the scrumptious Buffalo "Chicken" Pizza!
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mark m braunstein
Points +473
Vegan Heaven, Almost - Edit
Strategically located between the two neighborly college towns of Northampton and Amherst, this palatial restaurant evokes the welcoming experience of a college dining hall. With the food all vegan and its diverse ethnic clientele either veg or leaning, I adored this café from the moment I drove down the long driveway set so far back off Route 9 that the motorized hum of that busy highway was barely audible from its spacious parking lot. Indeed, while dining outdoors seated on the sturdy all-season stone tables, rather than car traffic we heard the songs of red-winged blackbirds perched atop native cattails (no invasive phragmites here!) on the surrounding marshland that buffers this restaurant from the hubbub of civilization.
Read moreThe ambiance is heavenly. The food nearly so. The Burger menu is enhanced with the choice of Gold Potatoes or Sweet Potatoes, both perfectly roasted. (If you happen not to order a Burger, do get the Potatoes as Small Plates.) The Black Bean Burger is noteworthy, but can greatly benefit by if its spongiform white flour “artisan” bun were upgraded to whole grain. The rest of the menu of Pizzas, Bowls, and Salads consists mostly of wholesome foods, but is sullied by the Burger added choice of the two leading brands of industrialized mock meat burgers suitable only for omnivores who wish they were vegans, and for vegans who wish they weren’t. If Pulse dropped these noxious ultra-processed nonfood burgers from the menu, this “Vegan Heaven, Almost” could ascend to truly “Vegan Heaven.”
Easily overlooked because it is located in an adjoining room, the Juice Bar provides nourishing liquid libations to enhance the nourishing solid fare. That day’s two soups-of-the-day, Pea Soup and the Ginger Carrot, both are excellent. In addition to two for dine-in, a wider array of soups awaits you in the takeout fridge. Better still, that fridge offers other side dishes, too. Lucky us, we drove home with takeout Potato Salad to save for later, and it indeed was worthy of savoring as a dessert.
We ate here on a weekday in the summer when the college crowd was largely absent, so the dining areas both indoors and outdoors were roomy and peaceful. I look forward to returning here during the academic year when the crowds and noise level might evoke my nostalgic memories of college dining halls, thus enhancing my culinary experience.
Pros: the ambiance, the wholesome foods, the affordable prices
Cons: the Beyond Belief & Implausible burgers
veganqueenofqueensnyc
Yes, let's return here in the autumn on a Sunday, for Brunch.
Read moremark m braunstein
agreed!
Read morePulseCafeMA
Thank you for your detailed review, Mark. We're happy that you had a positive experience with us!
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veganqueenofqueensnyc
Points +1299
Excellent - Edit
I would give four and a half stars, if the rating system allowed me to. I was impressed, overall, with the quality of the food, ambience, service and the size of the venue (I don't believe we have any establishment in New York City that comes even close in comparison, to the square footage!) If not for the fact that they offer the Impossible Burger as one of the three burger options, (Beyond and an in-house black bean burger are the other two) I would rate at a full five stars. Heck, I would return here again, and not only that, I would even travel here directly from NYC, if necessary - it's that good.
Read morePros: Quality menu items that are fresh and tasty, Beautiful ambience, Friendly, helpful and professional staff
Cons: Impossible Burger is a menu option
RavishingRavenous
Omg I want to go here
Read moreveganqueenofqueensnyc
@RavishingRavenous yes, it's a "must!"
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❤❤❤
Read morePulseCafeMA
Thanks for giving us a try and for sharing your thoughts about your experience! We hope you get to make the trip again.
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h2ovapor
Points +54
One of my favorites - Edit
I live in Maine, but am always happy for an excuse to come by this place.
Read morePros: Berry cheesecake! Not too sweet. So satisfying., Orzo latte. It’s a lovely hot drink w/any dessert., Run by blue zone people
PulseCafeMA
Thank you for visiting us from Maine! We appreciate your kind review.
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gcaminiti10
Points +54
Worth the stop! - Edit
Stopped here on our way to NH and it did not disappoint!! Great ambience, great food. also a wellness store so you can stock up on snacks/fresh foods and pastries!
Read morePulseCafeMA
We're so glad you enjoyed your visit while passing through. Please come again!
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hannah921
Points +103
Awesome vegan food! - Edit
Amazing chicken and waffles, salads, and pizza!
Read morePros: Chicken and waffles, Buffalo chicken pizza , Nice atmosphere
PulseCafeMA
Thank you for stopping in, Hannah!
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beanbeenben
Points +438
perfect - Edit
everything ive had here is perfect and also like how is the ambiance so cool and unique????
Read morePulseCafeMA
You're too kind. Thank you for writing a review!
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Carlaji
Points +79
Amazing! - Edit
We went here three times in three days it is that good!! Everything we have tried has been amazing. We even took soup to go for dinner.
Read morePros: Delicious and fresh, Excellent quality, Good service and atmosphere
PulseCafeMA
We're glad you all enjoyed! Please come again soon!
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Monkeyboy112771
Points +108
Awesome Restaurant - Edit
Food was great. They have a large parking lot. It’s a good size restaurant with a fireplace makes you feel very comfortable. There is an entrance to a walking trail right off the side of the parking lot. I live in Connecticut and took a special trip just to try out this restaurant, I will be returning it is worth the ride.
Read morePulseCafeMA
Thank you for leaving us a review! We look forward to your next visit.
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shrv
Points +21
Seriously Amazing - Edit
Some of the best vegan food I've ever found. Made in house, creative and interesting dishes, classics, great salads, super fresh. Their made to go options are awesome. The juices are excellent. Staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient. Cafe-style if you want to dine in. Pretty large space, but you can still find a cozy spot to sit, otherwise the large windows make the atmosphere nice and open.
Read moreThis place is so great, I make sure to stop here whenever I am in the area!
PulseCafeMA
Thank you for visiting and sharing your experience! We hope you get to come again soon.
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SteveD
Points +38
Fantastic - Edit
We had the Pizza with cashew cream mozzarella, pepperoni, kalamata olives, broccoli and mushrooms. Not greasy at all.
Read morePros: Crust as light, chewy, and nicely browned., The pepperoni was fantastic., Right amount of sauce.
PulseCafeMA
We're glad you enjoyed our pizza, Steve!
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ashvegan
Points +47
Amazing - Edit
Amazing food, amazing location and ambience. Amazing everything!
Read morePros: Food, Outdoor seating, People
PulseCafeMA
Thank you for your kind words!
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CharleneGryszowka
Points +22
We love it! - Edit
We eat at Pulse all the time.
Read moreGreat food, Great atmosphere and plenty of parking.
Save room for desert
PulseCafeMA
Thanks for supporting us, Charlene. See you soon!
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HeleneCF
Points +15
Very good - Edit
Quality of the food, environment, customer service, parking.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-07-28
Pros: Burger
Cons: No coffee
PulseCafeMA
We appreciate this, Helene! Thank you for writing us a review.
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HenrietteJohansen
Points +1581
Nice pizza - Edit
I went to a function that ordered pizza from Pulse and I always love when a place make the effort of making cashew-based mozarella. I loved the pizza, but my non-vegan friends were a bit sceptical.
Read morePros: Pizza toppings
PulseCafeMA
Thank you for sharing this review, Henriette!
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Norcal2017
Points +514
Great vegan out of way spot - Edit
Never expected this kind of find in Hadley
Read moreComfort bowl with soy drum sticks, Mac and cheese, collards, black eye peas was great and filling. Had to skip the salad we purchased.
Have had their bean burger Tried tex-mexdstyle with sweet potato fries before. Great dish.
Super and filling Almond joy shake.
Pretty spacious in door dining area. Only saw one masked patron.
No room for dessert.
Do want to try their pizzas but will be awhile since I journeyed from CA.
PulseCafeMA
Thank you for trying us out! We hope you get to visit again soon.
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FelinityVeg
Points +96
Tasty food! - Edit
This place is great! I really enjoyed their mac and cheeze.
Read morePulseCafeMA
We’re so glad you enjoyed the Mac ‘N’ Cheese! Thanks for sharing.
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DoreenZ
Points +122
Great vegan selection - Edit
Good food, upbeat staff, plenty of seating and parking.
Read morePros: Lots of options, Casual
Cons: None
PulseCafeMA
Thank you for your kind review, Doreen! We hope you get to visit again soon.
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BettySlutsky
Points +901
If you’re in the area, don’t miss this place! - Edit
My girlfriend and I have come here twice on our way home from weekend trips and WOW, is it worth it! Delectable smoothies, flavorful savory dishes, and lavish desserts. And holy heck, I have never been inside such an enormous vegan restaurant! The fact that this place is able to exist- and be super busy both times we stopped by- is genuinely heartwarming.
Read moreThe portions are enormous, which is actually not that great for me, since I have been known to overdo it when confronted with such deliciousness. They DO have stacks of takeout containers next to the water glass self service area. If we find ourselves here again, I will try to summon the willpower to pack up half my meal before getting started so I don’t hurt myself 🫠
Pros: Everything is exquisitely delicious , Abundance , Huge comfortable space
Cons: Excessively large portions, Counter service/self-busing model
PulseCafeMA
Thank you so much for your kind review!
Read moreWe really appreciate it and are very happy you came to visit Pulse. We hope to see you both again very soon. Happy New Year, from the Pulse team.
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