Urban Spring

The service used to be lacking, some of the staff was even rude on occasion (they are gone now)- I agree with those reviews. BUT... All of that is in the past! I am so grateful that our adorable little hood has this yummy juice bar. I go there all the time. The new staff is super friendly (Eric and that other Spanish speaking guy whose name evades me - they are really wonderful and generous souls) and the chai is delish. I am trying not to eat all those delectable muffins and treats because it's that time of year, you know? Pros: delicious food Cons: sometimes there is a line more

The coffee is out of this world, as are the juices and smoothies. I also love the sandwiches and freshly baked wheat free muffins and cookies. Pros: Well made vegetarian food which actually tastes good! Cons: The people who work their either hate their job or their fellow human beings. Hard to tell. more

You can smell their baked goods from blocks away. Walked in there one cold day with a bad cold - staff immediately offered sympathy and a hot ginger lemon drink they called a cold buster. Then I had a bowl of root vegetable soup and a home made jam cookie. Both were excellent, especially the cookie (not too sweet). Amazing, creative menu, locally grown. All in all - Super good food and very friendly service. A lot of people were in there that day - they make everything fresh so it takes time, but they seem to be learning how to handle the crowds. You should go in just to see how the place is designed - all the wood work is recycled from an old church. Tables are made of old blackboards. They get their electricity from wind power and try to do the right thing with everything. Organic all the way, and fabulous. Thoughtful, home made food thats good 4 you. Clean, fresh and homey atmosphere. Go find this place! Pros: Quality of food; flavor; friendly staff Cons: Parking hard to find more

After checking out the menu at Urban Spring, I soooo looked forward to having a freshly made smoothie and enjoying any of a selection of vegan treats not shipped from out of state until I experienced the frigid reception of the workers. Even though there were NO other customers in the store and no one even greeted me. The woman was all indignant when I asked about a grain on the shelf - which she wrongly identified. When I tried to pay with a debit card, it would have been nice (and customary) if the woman had at least suggested a nearby ATM - especially since it was raining ice outside. Finally, there was nothing in the way of a ""thanks,"" ""have a nice day,"" or ""stay warm."" I left wondering who these people were who could be so connected to the earth yet so disconnected from people. Pros: organic and local ingredients Cons: anti-customer service more

I feel good about going there because not only is the food good but they are devoted to green/sustainability. The people who work there really care about you! The baked goodies are the best, but the sandwiches are also very interesting and tasty. Pros: Fabulous food that's good for you. Cozy atmosphere. Cons: Too small - they need more space! more

I know this is quite a claim, but I am quite a coffee buff, and it happens to be true. When I was there last the coffee was roasted a only a week before. It is organic and roasted in a brooklyn brownstone!!! You will not be disappointed! more