It's been a while since I've been to Liv's - this is actually a review that was sitting in my…read moredrafts for the past several years, but I figured it deserved to see the light of day! It is located in a small strip center right next to a major apartment complex. I was pet sitting in the apartments so I would stop by after a shift to get some acai. Let me tell you, these acai bowls are amazing. Many times açaí bowls are made in what I would call smoothie fashion - very runny, like someone just put a smoothie in a bowl and called it a day. But this açaí was creamy and tart, like a sherbet, and they were very generous with toppings. They use natural sugars (honey, etc) so it still felt light even though there was a ton of fiber and filling toppings. I miss Liv's! Hopefully I can visit again if I'm in the area.

I got the Acai bowl with the Nutella toppings - but subbed the Nutella for peanut butter. It tastes…read morelike house made peanut butter and granola! Big fan of the portion size for the price and all the toppings, but the Acai melted quickly. Couple of seats outdoor and indoor and free parking in the back lot! Was pretty busy on a Saturday morning but we got our bowls and smoothies quickly. FYI: My friend has a peanut allergy and they did not have almond butter, if you're looking to substitute some other items

Came here for a quick espresso . A clean cafe. Well…read moredecorated. Welcoming service. The chicken empanadas were really good. There were so many things I wanted to try. The smoothies looked good - I'll have to come again and see what it's hittin on.

Very cute cafe. There are plenty of yummy pastries to tempt you as you walk in. I got the brazilian…read morebreakfast style sandwich and my dad got the colombian house plate. We shared empandas. All of the food was fresh and tasty. The price was reasonable, we both also got drinks and the total was around $50 or so. The food was filling! I could barely finish my sandwich. You order at the register then can sit anywhere and they bring the food to you. There was plenty of seating and the place was kept clean. Nice natural lighting as well. Street parking can be found along the road, there is also a paid parking lot right across the restaurant. There was another empty lot but wasn't sure what for so we didn't risk it. Would go back to this hidden gem in Assembly row!

Came here on a saturday evening for dinner. We didn't have a reservation so we had to wait roughly…read more20-25 minutes. Service was friendly and helpful, we got everything we needed and within a reasonable time. For appetizers we ordered the banh khot which were tasty and crispy, the shrimp tasted fresh. For entrees the table shared the signature fine vermicelli platter. The menu stated that the proteins are the chef's choice and the server mentioned that portions were enough for 3-4 people. The meat included in the platter were all deliciously flavored and cooked nicely. It came with fresh lettuce and herbs to pair with the meat. Our table also ordered a clay pot catfish which was caramelized in a tasty sauce that paired perfectly with the plain white rice. Overall, this is a good place for a meal with family or friends. The seating is comfortable and the restaurant interior is clean and nicely decorated.

Three stars purely for the food, 1 star for the atmosphere, -2 stars for the service. An Nam in…read moreAssembly Square serves up very traditional Vietnamese fare, but the "elevated" fine-dining spin they try to put on the experience feels overbearing, overpriced, and completely misses the mark. Vietnamese cuisine is traditionally rooted in affordability, sharing an abundance of food, and enjoying good laughs with great company. By trying to force the concept into a high-end parallel, it just ends up feeling mediocre and hollow. The value simply isn't there--a single appetizer, one main entree, and three refreshments came out to a whopping $105. To make matters worse, the service was incredibly judgmental. Because our party of three only ordered that amount, the staff pretty much ignored us for the rest of the night after taking the order. The awkwardness started the absolute second we sat down. Before we could even settle into our chairs or get handed a menu, the waiter demanded to know what we wanted to drink. When we asked to see a menu first, he looked completely confused as to why we'd need one. After another staff member finally took our order, we sat there waiting for what felt like an eternity. When the food eventually arrived, they gave us sharing plates and chopsticks. We asked for a spoon to properly eat the claypot rice, and the waiter gave us another judging look. As Asians, we obviously know how to use chopsticks, but you objectively need a spoon to scoop the claypot SAUCE out of the pot! While the food itself is decent, the cramped atmosphere, poor hospitality, and inflated price tag mean I won't be rushing back. I might grab take out for the dumpling platter and cat fish rice pot but definitely not sitting in again.

Food: Omg perfect meal to UberEats after a 24 hour flight. I was starving and I wanted carbs and…read moresweets, and this waffle perfectly did it. It tasted so fresh!! The fudge was amazing. I also got the charcoal latte which was bomb too. Service: So fast! Ambiance: Would go again :)

It saddens me to no end when the quality of the original experience is highly compromised in the…read morerush to expand rapidly. I used to be obsessed with the NU Kitchen in Newburyport and would detour just to pick up breakfast, lunch and dinner for the day, because I loved their food so much. I recently visited this location and my chipotle lime bowl was 90% lettuce, 7% corn and just a few strips of tortilla chips and a few pieces of black beans. Oh, and one slice of avocado. I understand the cost of ingredients has gone up but this is not a fast food location of a chipotle - so it's not expected to see them cutting back on all the essentials that make these bowls more premium and healthy and nutritious.

STEPH JUDGEMENT: Good fast-casual breakfast…read more Went looking for breakfast inside TD Center and this place looked the best to us, menu-wise. I got the avocado toast, which had a lot of avocado, feta, and really fresh tomatoes, yum. The hubby's croissant breakfast sandwich with egg and cheese was fine--a bit bland, but it got the job done. Would definitely go back for that avo toast.

Got the popular Tropical Sun smoothie and it was fine. Nearly $10 for a normal-sized smoothie seems…read morekind of pricy but maybe that's just me.

Great ice cream. Very clean store. All the employees were super helpful and nice and the servings…read morewere plentiful!

Been here a few times in the past few months and had a good experience each time. It gets packed…read moreduring the warmer months but there's plenty of outdoor seating if there are none available inside. Parking is also readily available (and free for the first few hours) at the multiple garages in the area or you can attempt to park on the street. There's tons of different flavors here but I tend to get Pistachio and really enjoy it. It's green, so there's definitely artificial coloring, but they give a generous scoop with plenty of pistachio bits in each bite. Convenient location for a quick dessert before or after a movie or dinner at Assembly. Would continue coming back for more.

New, small, local açaí bowl shop in Somerville, and it's quickly become my go-to spot for fresh,…read moreauthentic Brazilian açaí. Their açaí bowls are great quality, and topped with my personal favorites like granola, banana, strawberries, condensed milk, milk powder, and a peanut candy (pacoquita). Whether you're looking for a healthy breakfast, post-workout snack, or a refreshing treat on a hot day, this place delivers. Also, for those who are into the Dubai Chocolate trend, there's an acai bowl Dedicated to that flavor. Aiming to order that next time. They also have savory & sweet snacks (ie Brazilian tapioca which looks kind of like a crepe or thin pancake with filling), Pão de queijo cheese breads and more. Everything is made fresh to order, service is quick & nice. You can also order from kiosk. Seating is available Located near the arts armory center, and near green line extension, and street parking is generally available.

Cute small cafe with good acai bowls. I got a custom acai bowl with nutella, strawberries,…read moreblueberries, banana, granola and coconut flakes. My friend got a custom bowl with their selected toppings and notably added whey protein. The bowls were finished quickly, though they were actually put in cups. It was a little harder to get to the acai but still tasty. Only thing that was a bit odd was that the protein was not blended into the acai. The price was fair and the fruit was fresh.

This place is a Godsend! The food is always on point! I recently implemented a vegan diet and Life…read moreAlive made the transition a whole lot easier lol. I usually order the garlic noodles, mushroom shawarma pita, and the rainbow harvest. You can't go wrong with either! Service is notable as the workers are friendly and accommodating when it comes to the menu. The ambiance is just as inviting as their food!

I came here to get lunch while visiting Boston…read more The space itself is really cool -- makes me feel a lot cooler than I actually am! It also seemed like a nice place to read/get some work done. The menu is really varied -- a lot of different cuisines. It took me a bit to order but staff were patient and friendly. I ordered the mushroom shawarma pita and an açaí bowl. The bowl was delicious! They have their own smoothie bar that's separate from the rest of the kitchen and was served quickly. The mushroom shawarma pita was a bit disappointing. The flavors were good, but it was layered poorly, with all of the mushroom at the top of the pita, making for inconsistent bites. The sauces themselves seemed delicious. I would definitely come back to try different things!