Alive Juice Bar

Traveling through and stopped by for a juice. Tried Tropical NW and Seasonal Berry Smoothies. Excellent flavors, not too sweet and can taste the reL fruit. Good job.

I have been here. i was considering heading up there for some dinner. Then I checked the website. I have no intentions on supporting such an entitled, immature douche bag. Good luck with your business… IDIOT!

As noted in other reviews, this place is strange. I had a smoothie which was fine, but yea, the customer service is terrible. If you are looking for a friendly, warm atmosphere you should go elsewhere. If you are looking for some healthy food/​smoothies that may be prepared in an unsanitary environment then this is the place for you.

If you don’t like this place, go elsewhere. I got good quality service here with quality drinks without sucralose in my drinks. Unlike emerald city smoothie filled with high fructose sugar concentrates and artificial sugar designed to mess up your liver and body’s health.
And also, if you don’t understand the idea behind why they are why they are, then you’ve never been fed up dealing with assholes in the service industry. That’s my take my take on it least. Especially when having a shop dedicated to bettering health of humanity away from all that garbage they feed us to poison us.
So accept the tough love or leave it. Also it was clean when I came here so I don’t know what’s up with all that talk about it being dirty, it’s clean.

I ordered a juice that was yam, pineapple, and carrot juice. It was SO bitter and tasted like a ton of ginger had been put through the juicer right before my juice. Not only was it super bitter it was served over a bunch of ice! I have never ordered a fresh squeezed juice and gotten ice in it. I really wanted to like this place but it was crummy juice and a weird, hostile vibe. Won’t be back.

I went to this place 5 times but not planning on going back. Although the juice is fine, among at least 5 different people that I interacted only one of them was actually nice. They rest were more like «Why are you here». Especially once I was about to leave because when I walked to the counter and gave them my order, nobody looked at my face and the guy (without making eye contact) said «Just yell it out and we’ll make it ready» with a frustrated facial expression followed by a sigh. What do you think I am doing here!!! Do I have to yell from the chair? Can’t I just place an order standing by the counter? His attitude was not acceptable (for me). If I hadn’t had my son with me I would have said something inappropriate and walked out.
They are trying to create a «style» or something, but i determined that it’s not my thing. If you like to be mistreated 80% of the time, go ahead. I am not going to pay people for such a service.
It’s also outrageous to see the manager responses to the comments here.

Wow Magic J! You need a Xanax smoothie. Don’t think they have those here. I guess they are a little dry. I appreciate the humor. I’m more mad I didn’t get that monkey face middle finger thing. I’m for their consistency, variety, and fresh veggies. It’s cozy too. Have a great day.

This is the response I got from the owner after submitting my previous review and explaining how I’ve lost 100lbs in the last year. Very unprofessional and childish:
We refuse to sell diabetes or obesity. It was our nice way of telling you that you need to change your diet. If you prefer not to change, we suggest you stick with Jamba Juice, they’ll give you what you want.
You’re still a fat cow. Lose 200 more and we’ll sell you diabetes. In the meantime, there’s McDonald’s to support your lifestyle. Stay out of our store.
What kind of owner is going to build her business this way. I will tell everyone I know not to go here.

I really liked the idea of an un-​fussy, no-​frills about it juice bar, but the execution is just bad. I have to agree with another Unilocaler here– the juice/​food isn’t good enough to warrant the weird service, and the staff aren’t very efficient. The girl making my drink wasn’t really sure what went in it, and the manager (?) berated her the entire time I was there while offering me condescending advice on people reading. Also, there is an option on the menu to order your drink without ice– but I was informed that then the cup only comes half full! Not a cheapo at all, but maybe offer a different size then?

For a juice bar so intentionally and brazenly «anti customer service» in what I can only imagine must be a completely misguided attempt at being funny or hip, the customer service and quality of food is nowhere near good enough to excuse their intentional lack of professionalism. It’s like the originator of this concept watched the classic Seinfeld «Soup Nazi» episode and thought to himself, «I can take customer contempt and disdain way farther than that». Don’t believe me? Read their responses to 1-​star comments. For example…
Response to customers who know they were treated badly and say so on Unilocal: «Those who don’t like being treated this way can go to Jamba Juice. They don’t ask questions or talk back, they just do as they’re told.» Roxanne G — Alive Juice Bar Business Manager.
Response to a complaint about the messy kitchen and pretentious attitude: We also recommend the following: Olive Garden, Red Lobster, Emerald City Smoothie, Domino’s Pizza, and Taco Time. I’ve also heard that Burger King let’s you «have it your way.» Enjoy. Roxanne G — Alive Juice Bar Business Manager.
I’m surprised to see such thin skinned responses from an outfit that seems to takes pride in being so openly obnoxious and rude.
And yes it’s true that they issue Unilocal Check-​In coupons like: 1 Free Bad Service with «the finger» and your choice of being called a F*ckFace; Monkey D*ck; (and on it goes…).
To those who think this is clever, consider this: What you are really being told is, «we are running a Juice Bar with the mentality and maturity of a 12 year old boy so set your expectations regarding customer service, food quality, and sanitary conditions accordingly.»
To their credit, they make no secret about their antipathy toward the suckers who come in despite their Unilocal coupon warning. So they get one extra star from me (two instead of 1) for honesty. My observations:
Sanitation: Like other Unilocal posters, I, too, sensed that the place was not as sanitary as it should be. So I Googled the King County health inspection records. Guess what? Emerald City Smoothie in Shoreline (who these guys advised us to go visit if we don’t like their attitude) consistently score way higher. So again, one star for Alive’s honesty.
Customer Service: Atrocious
Food Quality: Meh
A final note: The lyrics playing on the radio went something like this, «The Beatles, just a band. Led Zeppelin, Just a Band. The Clash, Just a band.» (etc., etc.). Well guess what Alive Juice Bar? You’re just a food service provider in the customer service business — you probably should start behaving like one.

I’d like to give a 3.5. This is a very interesting place. It has a fun, unique, sassy style. There are a lot of healthy options. I just discovered it’s right next to my gym which is both good and bad. It’s good because today I want some sort of smoothie or healthy snack before beginning errands. This was the perfect place to refuel and re-​energize!
They have a lot of interesting drinks. I got the avocado milkshake which is a protein shake. It had peanut butter in it. Usually I’m not a fan of anything with peanut butter but I was offered a sample when I walked in and was sold. It was smooth, creamy, sweet (but not too sweet) and filling. It comes in 24 ounce size which is really big. Probably too big for me. I could only finish about half of it. It was $ 7.00. My husband got a kale smoothie. This was a little more bitter than we expected. We had some pineapple added which did help a bit but still had kind of a bitter grass like taste. Next time he will probably go with one of the options with more fruit.
We also got some rice and beans for $ 2.00. We shared that. Since our smoothies were so large and we were just looking for a snack this was enough for us. They have lots of other food choices all which look great.
We look forward to going back and bringing out laptops to sit and hang out. They have a comfortable seating area and a bar. They also have free Wi-​Fi.
The ambiance is kind of fun/​sassy and makes you laugh at the unique personality of the place. The music was fun, a little loud which is fine but the problem is it’s hard to hear what the employees are saying.
The bathroom was slightly messy.
This is a fun place to check out. We will be back.

Delicious juice, very friendly staff, welcoming atmosphere. Plenty of choices and changeable for my needs (vegan)
Stopped in after my work out at 24 fitness because I was thirsty and want something a little more than water. I got the Butterfinger juice and it was surprisingly great. The server was really helpful and friendly. I will probably be back after my next workout.

Smoothies are amazing, atmosphere is funky. I tried a few samples and loved everything… Went with the green margarita. To die for !

Love love love this place, wish there were other locations! The Avocado smoothie is my favorite. Ahhhh my mouth is watering! Everything is just so chill, the atmosphere, the staff and of course the delicious weird named foods/​beverages! I’m willing to work at this place I can’t get enough.

What a fun place! I think I’ve been there almost everyday since the first time I tried it. I love their freshly squeezed juices and relaxed atmosphere. Their signs are pretty funny as well.

I’ve somehow only just discovered Alive and the reviews of the old location really intrigued me. How can a juice bar be so awesome? Well, it’s not easy to describe, but if you have delicate sensibilities and really want wheatgrass in your blended beverage, this place is not for you. If you enjoy people who are honest and use foul language to express themselves, and you like delicious smoothies, you should really check this place out.
The green margarita with kale, collard greens, and other fruits sounds off putting, but it is seriously delicious. Their oily crunchy kale chips are crack to me. I bought a container of the kale chips and licked the olive oil kale dust out of the bottom to remove any evidence before my boyfriend came home. They have a fridge of meal type things like salmon bowls, and another fridge of miso and kimchi.

This place is an oasis from our decayed society — a safe haven for misanthropists so to speak. Andrew, the owner, gets it.
My kale smoothie with almond milk and heavy on the ginger is spot on every time.
Alive Juice Bar is still in the same strip mall, just moved a few doors down

Stopped by this place today for a green smoothie, and initially I couldn’t find the new location (they had a sign on their door saying that they moved 5 doors down), but I finally found the new locale.
They greeted me when I walked in the door, which I really appreciated, since so many places don’t even acknowledge your presence.
After perusing the menu, I asked the guy behind the counter if Popeye’s Secret was more on the tart side, instead of sweet, and he told me if I wanted it on the sweeter side, he could add more apple. I decided to go with that drink, mainly because I wanted kale in my smoothie. It tasted great, so I’m really glad I went with Popeye’s Secret. It was exactly what I wanted, and I would definitely get it again.
I also ended up getting a kale, carrot and green apple salad. It was also really delicious, and the dressing was sooooo good. I plan on trying to recreate the salad at home.
Overall, a great experience, and I will definitely try to come back the next time I’m in the area.

I’ve been here 2 times. Once a woman was working & she was ok; the 2^nd time the owner was working & all I can say is OMG.
What a jerk. When I walked in he didn’t acknowledge my presence at all and then when I asked for a menu he threw it across the counter to me. Like 20 seconds later he barks «WHAT DO YOU WANT?!!» Also the $ 1 tip demand on the counter («if you want better service tip $ 1») is ridiculous.
My review can’t even begin to explain what a jerk this guy is — I can’t believe anyone goes back.
Check out his blog where he admits to abusing customers & employees alike!

I have a Ninja blender at home. It’s like a Vitamix, only it didn’t cost me a paycheck. It’s sassy and incredibly sharp, and does a damn good job of blending up stuff into delicious perfection.
I met the real Ninja one afternoon at Alive Juice bar.
He was deadpan hilarious, ground up some crazy fresh vegetables and fruit like a pro and satisfied my virtuous need for a ~omg green juice~.Healthy snacks, smoothies, juices, rice, dehydrated things in containers all over the place. Mean signs on the walls telling us not to be d-​bags and drink your veggies and be happy. If he was on Seinfield he would yell «NO SOUP FOR YOU!» only this guy is cool as can be and has an awesome, well-​executed concept. Can this stuff replace soda, please?
The juice I had was over ice, delicious and incredibly refreshing. I wanted to drink a gallon of it and I wasn’t even hungover.