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    Updated 2 months ago

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    Blue latte
    Ana V.

    Why 5 stars: the light in this space is perfect for a cold morning. The blue latte: peaceful, energizing, and lovely. I think this would be a great place to kind of have that healthy pick me up to get you rolling for the rest of the day. I love the white walls, plants, and juices and snacks available.

    Chai Tea Latte
    Erika P.

    Whatever you do, don't get the chai latte. It tasted like water & nutmeg, no actual flavor. Everything else about the location was good. Friendly staff, clean/cozy environment, and quiet to get work done. But don't waste your $6 on the chai!!!

    Chai latte just tastes like oat milk with nutmeg
    Janice H.

    Very cute spot but the chai latte is the weirdest chai latte I have ever had. You barely taste the chai. It's basically oat milk with nutmeg. My husband had the cappuccino and it was better. But just avoid the chai. I heard other people raving about the juices so maybe stick with those. Atmosphere is very cute and quiet. Just avoid the chai

    Maricar T.

    Was driving through the area and had to pick a place to get some coffee to wake me up. Lively not only looked like a nice spot but it indeed was a good spot. Got a cappuccino with oat milk. I'm not sure what beans they use but the cappuccino was a little acidic but it still did the job. I saw that they had Blue Milk so I had to try it. It was ok compared to another I've tried from a different place. Their Blue Milk wasn't sweetened and that threw me off a bit because that's what I was expecting. I also grabbed a raw peanut butter maple syrup cup and thought it was tasty. The peanuts on top of it hit the spot. Pretty sure it's considered a raw treat because it was refrigerated? Would have bought a handful more of those but alas, portion control.

    Second cup!
    Raylene T.

    Delicious tea I had 2 cups! I tried Hindu Holiday! Great service! The whole place is a peaceful vibe! I was able to finish up some homework! Productive time and great experience!

    Tyler D.

    They sent this piece of liquid garbage when I asked for an acai bowl, how do you even mess up this bad when its not even hot outside.

    16 oz. Healthy Chocolate Smoothie
    Marisa J.

    Clean place, nice ambiance, friendly staff. I had a Healthy Chocolate smoothie, which tasted... healthy. It needed a bit more sweetness, which I thought would have from the banana and dates. It wasn't terrible though. My husband had the Berries smoothie, which he liked. It's a bit on the expensive side. $8.50 for 16 ounces.

    Melissa G.

    IT'S HERE! New healthy, vegan food option in South Slope area. We've really needed a place like this in the neighborhood. I've already been twice in the past 24 hours... and will definitely keep coming back. The space itself is simple and gorgeous, basically made for Instagram. There are both "grab and go" options, as well as a menu of items to order from that take about 3-5 minutes to prepare. Added bonus: the people who work here are so genuine, friendly, and knowledgeable. So far I've tried the Healthy Chocolate smoothie and the Vanilla Probiotic smoothie (with pea protein added!). Both were *incredibly* delicious and filling. It's nearly a toss-up but I have to say the Healthy Chocolate is my favorite so far... Imagine a healthy, vegan, upscale "Frosty" (the Wendy's dessert, haha). There's no question the ingredients are super high quality -- and of course, you pay a premium for that. In my opinion, it's more than worth it. I'm excited to try the more savory options on the menu, and foresee many breakfasts in my near future consisting of their Chia Pudding, Date Oatmeal, and Coconut Yogurt. :) Keep up the good work, Lively! And for those in the area, give this place a shot.

    Juices, smoothies, coffee, vegan snacks
    Sal H.

    Delighted to welcome some healthy food to the neighborhood. South Slope has been lacking in fresh delights for quite some time and I've always thought it was a missed opportunity. Lively has fresh and bottled juices, fresh smoothies, supplements to add to drinks, a full coffee set-up, and for the time being a limited selection of salads and whole food snacks. Yep, South Slope has gone full cool mom. I even saw a cool mom stroll by with purple-silver hair while I waited for my order... My Vanilla Probiotic smoothie (almond milk, banana, coconut yogurt, vanilla, chia seeds, cinnamon, sea salt) tasted somewhere between vanilla cake batter and a chai latte, which suited me just fine. I'm hoping they'll roll out even more green salads and snacks but it's only been 3 days, so for now, bravo.

    Melissa V.

    Cute spot serving health foods, juices and lattes! Friendly employees, cute marketing and stylish interior - I'm sure when it's open normally with seating it's a great spot to sit and enjoy a drink. I ordered the Golden Milk and it was delicious (I recommend getting a little honey in it).

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    Baba Cool was wonderful! Lovely warm welcome when we arrived and staff remained very attentive and…read morehelpful throughout the evening. The food was delicious ! You must have the Brussels sprouts!! I'd go back for those in a minute! I very much enjoyed my salmon dish. Lovely presentation and preparation but portion a bit small. However, the Brussels sprouts were so generous portion that even after sharing there was "take home" for us. The chocolate mousse was extraordinary! I don't even want to know the calorie count - but worth it!! My one negative was the chill of the Cabernet Yes, I know that's the trend but personally I prefer room temp especially in cold weather The restaurant owner was gracious, staff actually charming and accommodating We are recommending this place to family and friends and plan to return especially when going to BAM ENJOY!!

    Definitely a hip spot to grab drinks and catch up with friends but the food was somewhat of a miss…read morefor us. We came on a Saturday night for an early dinner at 5pm. Walked in and was able to get a seat without reservation, but it definitely filled up by 6/7 pm. The place is dimly lit and the tables are quite small. For the food, we got their Brussel sprouts, shrimp, salmon entree and chicken entree. Our favorite were definitely the shrimp. But everything else when eaten together tasted a bit too greasy and felt monotonous in terms of flavor. Brussel sprouts were fried and held to a decent amount of oil, then the addition of tahini made it even more oily. Pan chicken we expected whole pieces of chicken but it was more like a thin chicken cutlet. The salmon came with a cauliflower puree which tasted so rich (with butter), but I couldn't finish it bc it was so rich.

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    Fort Greene

    People have left some odd reviews of this place, including a one-star review for the restaurant…read moreapparently being highly politicized--a vibe I neither felt nor could visually identify within or without the establishment. I ordered a single burger and a Sudan spiced peanut butter latte, for ~$15! That's pretty inexpensive for New York City. I note this as some consider it overpriced. I suppose the food is fairly inexpensive, the lattes slightly higher than average. The "burger" comes wrapped in a homemade pita with diced cucumber, onion, and tomato, plus a few crispy, thick-cut fries and a yummy house sauce. It was a cool twist of the traditional burger and had a nice flavor. The sauce was like a slightly Mediterranean version of Big Mac sauce. The girl working as the barista and cashier was very nice and friendly. She had a nice presence and warm smile, made suggestions, and even gave a stranger free utensils when they popped on to ask. I think it's definitely worth checking out, and it's a good place for a cheap & simple meal that's still quirky and fun.

    I have wanted to try this spot for some time, and wound up a bit disappointed with what I tried…read more They feature a tahini cold brew, which features two things I love dearly, but instead of a rich cold brew it was overly sweet and icy--more like a slushie. Perhaps I should have anticipated that, or my mistake in ordering. I also ordered a Moroccan egg salad sandwich which was substantive but surprisingly bland--sparse with the advertised capers and pickled red onions to give it more punch. I've always loved the look of the spot and the vibe--funky decor, outside and indoor facing counters to order, with some outdoor seating for people watching on Dekalb or heading nearby Ft. Greene Park. I see they are renovating and rebranding a bit and adding some burger component. While I didn't love it, I'd definitely give it another shot.

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