Liquid Earth is the best place(probably the only place)to get raw, vegan, vegetarian entrees with a well stocked juice and smoothie bar. Don't not be dismayed with the prices. I repeat, do not be dismayed by the prices. I say with much confidence and experience, you get what you pay for with these guys. Period! Liquid Earth delivers and here's why:
The People:
Its owned by a husband and wife who are serious about eating whole energizing food and are serious about their restaurant. Their wait staff is small but very dedicated like the owners. You'll find them there faithfully chopping veggies, prepping for the next rush, juicing, taking care of their customers, among other things. They are not overly friendly, but they very attentive, warm, and genuine. These guys are dedicated because they all are there almost every day. That's assuring because you know the service will be consistent, you get to know those who feed you, and if concerns arise, they'll be taken care of immediately.
The Food:
If you are a health nut, vegan, vegetarian, raw foodie, or just a general foodie, then Liquid Earth is worthy of your taste buds. I can go on for days in detail about their food, but I'll just hit the highlights. The menu is pretty straight forward but well stocked to fulfill most if not all cravings. The ingredients are fresh and prepped to order. The portions for the entrees and appetizers are solid and they can satisfy my appetite(6'2" 270 lbs black guy). The menu ranges from the simplicity of GMO free Chips and Fresh Homemade Salsa to the intricate Raw Pizza. The prices are fair considering the quality and effort that goes into your meal. If you are truly serious about healthy dining, the prices here are just right, averaging around $12 for an entree.
The Drinks:
There is nothing I can say, besides their Juice Bar is BLOODY RIGHTEOUS. It features an old fashioned full length wooden bar with an industrial juicer, fresh fruit, fresh veggies, and fresh roots. You get to sit at the bar and watch them slice up your fruit, toss it in the juicer, and see the liquid goodness pour into your glass. My personal favorite is the "Hippy Lippy"($6). The juices average $6 and the smoothies average around $6. Once again the portions are great topping off around 16oz and there are times(when I'm not greedy) that I'm actually full off of one smoothie. Liquid Earth also offers a boisterous selection of loose leaf tea and coffee beans.
The Atmosphere:
Liquid Earth is a cozy spot that makes up the 1st floor of an old row home in Fells Point. It has the classic hard wood floors, high tin ceilings, and plenty of windows for soft natural lighting. It is very clean here and I mean practically spotless. They also feature an open cooking and prepping area so you can see meals being prepared or chat with the staff. There's always music playing softly in the background. There isn't much rhyme or rhythm to the playlist, but that's what makes it special. Overall, the atmosphere is very open with a calming vibe seasoned with passage of time and the aroma of good food made with love. It's a prime spot to bring your family, friends, or your significant other for some quality time over a Veggie Roll, a Monkey Business smoothie, or a cup of tea. You really don't have to worry about space. They have seating in the back and on warm days there is seating out front. However, if you're unsure, you can always give them a call. Just as a note, don't come here expecting a meal in 5-10 minutes. As mentioned above, everything is made fresh to order and with a lot of care. If they are busy or you're thinking about lunch during peak time, call ahead, call in a carry out order, come back later, or just learn how to be patient. The owners and the staff are fairly open, so if you have a question or a problem, they are willing to help and make things right. Also they are pretty to open to ideas and suggestions, so you can feel comfortable giving constructive feedback.
Hands down, Liquid Earth is 5 star operation with good food and "down to earth" people. There's no pretension or hype here. Believe it or not, they don't even believe in advertising and they have been around for as long as I can remember. If they can be a thriving business in this economy with no advertising while relying on the quality of their services and word of mouth, that proves that Liquid Earth is in a class all by itself. read more