Life Grocery & Cafe

Convenient location...very vegan/vegetarian friendly!! Everything is delicious in my opinion! Gluten free options!! The cafe is just as great... I always get the buffet when I go and the soups are perfection!! more

Its been 8 years since I first heard of Life Grocery in Marietta, GA. I had a sinus infection that would not go away. I knew it was caused by the bad foods I was eating (dairy, too much wheat, refined sugar, processed meats, etc). \r \r I also needed a good colon cleanse (which I purchased there). The colon cleanse worked like a charm. When you are in the Supplement Department, ask about how to rid you body from harmful parasites. It's a good practice. I use, on occasion, Oil of Oreganol. But you will have to test the products out for yourself...because everyone's body operates a little differently.\r \r Anyway, 8 years later, my health has improved tremendously because I am more concious of how, when, and what I eat...well, most of the time. \r \r I have been referred to the best Chiropractors who also specialize in diet and nutrition; I've been referred to the best Naturopath doctors and Metal Free Dentist, etc. - all by Life Grocery staff. Believe me, they have changed my life - including the way I think. It's amazing how much my mind / thinking has improved and become even more positive since I have taken a more natural approach. \r \r Now, I haven't completely changed the way I eat - I am just more careful about what I eat. Example: I don't do the processed foods anymore. I also supplement my diet with natural (without the harmful additives) vitamins. (Note that the key word is natural). I do my best to stay away from refined sugars. I am still working on not eating refined flours, but I am getting there.\r \r After not eating refined sugar and cleaning my body internally using supplementation of vitamins and getting nutrients from fresh fruit and veges, I don't even crave the sugars anymore. I believe and have been taught that if you get rid of the bad bacteria in your guy and changing to a non sweets diet, you can reduce your craving for sugar. Sugar = Bad Carbs = Weight Gain = Getting ill.\r \r As I said, you can learn a lot at Life Grocery. You just have to get involved in its community. After listening to other members in the Life Grocery community (even its employees), and attending some of its educational functions, it becomes a lifestyle...a lifestyle of learning and feeling good about you and the people around you. Pros: Educational, Friendly Cons: Only One Location more

The Cafe is a god-send! I grew up enjoying BLT sandwiches and have missed them terribly since becoming vegan. Now I am in heaven having discovered this cafe's BLT's! Their Philly ""steak"" sandwich is also scrumptious and worth a try. I like the idea that one can call ahead to place your cafe order and the cafe will substitute salad for chips. The cafe is staffed by college kids working part time positions. They work hard and keep the cafe clean, well-stocked, and tidy. If you prefer hot food try the hot bar. Food is paid for by weight. The cafe has seating both inside and outside. The store annexed to the cafe is a great vegan grocery store. There is everything a vegan cook could want inside the store. Be aware that the cashiers are not vegans and are simply there to run the cash register. They are not the one's to got to for help. Instead find the stock boy. Life Cafe and Grocery located in the corner of a strip mall on Upper Roswell Road is well worth a visit. It will become a staple in your grocery shopping and eating given enough time. Pros: Good vegan food! Clean, well-stocked, easy to locate. Cons: Grocery staffed by non-vegetarians more

I was skeptical about the raw living foods thing, but my fitness trainer and naturopath both told me it would help with my training. I went to Life on their recommendation with some hesitation but was pleasantly surprised. I liked a lot of it and there were several things I really loved. In time I think I will change my taste buds and love all the flavors. more

Life Grocery is a coop owned business. Inside the doors there is a good variety of organic and other healthy foods appropriate for different diets. When you first walk in, straight ahead is the fresh produce. They have a good variety of produce and other staples as well as teas and supplements. When shopping for a supplement, I asked for help on 2 separate occasions. On both occasions, I received the help I needed to make an educated decision as to which supplement or herb was right for me. The staff in the area around the supplements seems knowledgeable and if they don't know the answer they will try and find it for you. Their website is www.lifegrocery.com PROS: clean, good variety, most merchandise reasonably priced, sales CONS: more

This store offers all the diet and organic foods you're looking. The store is a good size, so each row is large enough to move a cart through. The staff is generally experienced in their section and can help you with your questions. The store also has a cute little caf for a quick healthy snack, but some of the snacks are not the best tasting snacks in the world. more

Shopping at Life Grocery is an excellent, healthy shopping experience for me and my family. Their selection of organic produce, natural groceries and vitamins and herbs is the largest in Marietta. The staff is very friendly, helpful and so knowledgeable and I always leave with so much information and answers to my sometimes challenging questions. Their prices are so much lower than Whole Foods. I know that I can buy all the food I need to buy at a lower price. I definitely save money at Life Grocery and natural foods aren't cheap. Life Grocery is a small community owned market (owned by members) that has been in Marietta since the 1970s. I love supporting a local business that has been around in the community for so many years. They are reminiscent of the "old days" of granola and tofu. It's nice to still shop at a small business rather than a huge glitzy chain. The staff is so friendly, caring and helpful. If they can't answer a question, they do their best to find out the an more

Life Grocery is one of only two co-ops in the state of Georgia and it has a much larger location and variety than the other co-op, Sevananda. The prices are decent but the service isn't too great. The majority of the employees do not know a lot about health foods or supplements and you usually have to get a manager if you'd like any information. more

Cafe-style restaurant attached to Life Grocery. Moderately kid-friendly atmosphere (not expected to be too quiet, have a few booths for seating and a couple of couches the boys love to sit on). Food is all vegetarian, some live food and GF options. Sometimes has gluten-free cakes. Super-picky eaters won't find much at the cafe, but can go next door to Life Grocery and get something to eat there, if necessary. more

Life Grocery offers an extensive selection of organic produce, natural foods and vitamins. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Cafe Life is the organic delight. All the organic vegan dishes are prepared fresh by Chef Mike. The prices are very reasonable for organic gourmet vegan foods. Try the salad bar with freshly prepared organic produce. Uncooked raw entrees are also available. Truly a great value for healthy eating. Enjoy! Pros: organic, vegan, reasonable Cons: crowded, only vegan more