CoreLife Eatery in Portage, MI

I have been in 6 times since first trying CoreLife just 10 days ago or so (a couple times to pickup for my wife, a few times for myself). Panera has done some good things with their menu, but I still end up feeling like I'm getting a bit ripped off when I go there. The prices at CoreLife are perfect.I recommend the Chicken Tortilla broth bowl and the Southwest Chicken rice bowl. I wasn't as crazy about the ginger steak broth bowl, but it could be personal preference. I always sprinkle just a quarter grind of fresh sea salt on mineI ate there for lunch today with my mom who loves fresh flavors...going back for dinner with a friend! My 16 month old approves too...Everyone has been friendly each time I have been in. The fresh lemonades are awesome as is the cold brew coffee to go...One of the most unique and appreciated restaurants to come in a long time! My only complaint is never knowing what to choose from the menu! 🙂read more

Tyler Nethercott

21:46 24 Jul 17

The food is delicious and fresh. The broth has a deep flavor that probably comes from hours of cooking. My one complaint is that there are multiple ways to have the food prepared (it's a fast casual restaurant with greens, proteins, noodles, and broth), but the person starting my order assumed I was ordering it as a salad, and I thought I was ordering a soup. They quickly fixed it, but it got my first experience off on the wrong foot.read more

bradlee clegg

12:04 03 Jul 17

Wonderful place to get healthy, vegetarian, or vegan options! Their food tastes great and the price I feel is reasonable for the quality of food.They do force you through the line very fast which makes you uncomfortably close to the people next to you.The only thing that threw me off was the first time I came here I had black beans, chickpeas, avacado, kale, broccoli, and quinoa in my bowl and the woman actually asked me if I wanted protein. Maybe they should learn the difference between "protein" and "meat" before they ask that.read more

Leanne M

11:00 03 Jul 17

Our first time here and we will most certainly be back to try everything! Amazing food. Feels good to know it's actually GOOD, healthy food too!

Mary Anne Unglenieks

00:17 01 Jul 17

Try the spicy chicken and ancient grains bowl. So good!! Always clean and helpful staff.

Ruth Armstrong

01:03 01 Aug 17

Vegan options! They let you sub out proteins. Great option for healthy eating on the go. Can also eat in. Delicious flavors and dressings.

Laura C S

10:59 05 Aug 17

As a vegetarian and borderline vegan I truly appreciate restaurants like the Core Life Eatery that make it an easy experience eating out. Their food has a great flavor that is deep and rich. The ability to order a combination of quinoa and salad is a great addition to an already complete meal. The staff does seem knowledgeable and willing to help but also seem very much in a hurry to move you on to the next station. Falafel was on point along with the hummus. The roasted veggies however were a little unremarkable. With the how great everything else was I would have expected the roasted veggies to be properly cooked but unfortunately they were nearly raw and basically flavorless aside from the taste they have sat in a steam table for an hour. I will avoid the roasted veggies in the future but it was not enough to reduce the rating from anything but a five star. The atmosphere was casual and dining area staff greeted me and was very kind. The selection of lemonade is something I was unaware of and will be partaking of next time I am able to dine with them.read more

Dan Peacock

18:51 07 Aug 17

Was greeted with a smiling face to ask if we've been in before! The manager or owner explain the bowls and their best sellers. Tried the steak, bacon and gorgonzola was awesome, great texture, and favor mixed in one. They have different type of lemonades that make the food have even more favor. Highly recommended this place to eat. If you like healthier food.

Terri Mazzola

17:14 11 Aug 17

Has delicious vegan healthy options. The staff is courteous, helpful, and very knowledgeable. They deserve a raise. Thank you for good fast food. Think I have found a favorite place for lunch.

David Gronback

18:55 29 Aug 17

There is a lot of variety in the menu and the food is fantastic. It's nice to have a quick, causal place to eat where you can get healthy food. The staff is helpful and friendly. Highly recommended!

Eric Adams

19:23 24 Oct 17

I love this place! The atmosphere is fantastic and the food is super yummy and fresh. They have a huge variety of fun lemonades and teas that I’ve never seen before. It’s a great healthy addition to Grandville.

Sarah VanEck

03:35 01 Nov 17

Great variety of delicious salads. Love this place, the people are so nice! It was so good on a business trip for two days I had to eat there twice!

Wes Jones

21:35 02 Nov 17

Great place to get healthy food! Prices are great! It's definitely a hot spot in town. Staff is very friendly and the store is always very clean. Highly recommend!

Zachary Nespral

15:48 16 Nov 17

Fast service. Clean , Bright and fresh environment. Selection's were great Had the spicy Ginger with beef bone broth . Unsweetened tea selection's were very fun. Had green tea Apple cider. Will be going back soon. $25 gave us plenty for two people.

Edwardo Fuentes

22:12 18 Nov 17

My first time here and experienced AWESOME customer service and the suggestion I went with was incredible! We desperately need more places like this! Healthy, quick, easy, inexpensive and customer focused all in a world that will serve or sell anything without a second thought on the consequences those things lead to for the customers as long as they make their quick $! 6 stars!

Zachariah Curran

23:05 21 Nov 17

Lanae and Alexis were helpful and friendly! The food was both healthy, colorful, and delicious. We will definitely return. Fyi for those who don't like spicy food, the options are a bit limited. But if it's too much of a problem you can create your own or customize items without the spicy item(s).

Katherine Luebke

01:28 06 Dec 17

Had the spicy Thai noodle bowl; which is basically a salad. Tasted great, good blend of flavors. Price is great too. Staff is great, an amazing experience overall.

Bisoye Adeosun

00:47 09 Dec 17

This is the ideal spot for clean eating. We've been there a couple of times now and have loved everything we've ordered. As is or customized, I think you will be happy you stopped in.

Charlotte Rinderknecht

19:26 26 Dec 17

A healthy assemble-your-own dish restaurant with broths, greens and grains as the base. There are pre-made options as well; I tried the tomato basil soup, which was delicious but a bit heavy (the smaller size would have been perfect.)The staff were very friendly and offered free samples of their other soups as well. If I lived nearby I would definitely be back again!

Donna Marion

00:57 03 Jan 18

When you come in for the first time, the ordering system can be confusing. Luckily, the staff has phenomenal customer service, so you can figure out how to order what you want. They have so many options, all healthy. No junky fried or preservative-laced foods here. The prices are perfect for the value, I eat here every Saturday and I only need to bring a $20 bill in my pocket.

Sarah Dennis

16:45 09 Jan 18

I love their steak, bacon, blue cheese salad. They have modified it since opening so it does not include kale (which made it dry). I replace cherry tomatoes with cucumbers & walnuts with almonds. Their bread is so good it doesn't need butter, but they do have it. & Their signature beet lemonade is suprisingly really good. The staff is always nice & friendly too. My favorite time to go is in the summer when I can sit outside.read more

Kayla Scholten

17:34 13 Jan 18

My husband & I went yesterday, as we are adapting a healthier lifestyle. The food was absolutely delicious and the ladies there were so friendly! The place was so clean, nice & open. Everything was made from scratch, was just $17 for lunch for 2 people (very affordable!) and totally calorie friendly. Lots and lots of options to choose from. We are definitely going back to try their other dishes!

Jamie Merrow

16:44 23 Jan 18

We got here abt 8:00 pm on a Saturday.It was very dead, only a family in dining area and a guy ahead of us getting his plate. Staff was friendly and the food all looked good on the line. I got a chicken plate. This time the rice wasn’t hard that’s a plus! The chicken was already prepped so I didn’t need to take the chopped chicken instead this time!That was a plus too! My slice of bread had a dried out crust like it was stale? I enjoyed my meal! I really enjoyed the cayenne lemonade & the Ginger lemonade! My husband got a steak ranch warm rice bowl! He enjoyed it!read more

Laura Hart

01:32 04 Feb 18

Oh my goodness! I love this place💜 being vegan, finding a good spot to eat can be difficult... But I've gone here a few times now, and there's something for everyone... Fresh ingredients, good service, and CLEAN✌️💜

Dreads And Jesus

23:08 05 Feb 18

I was quite surprised, wasn't sure I'd like this place being it was going to be so healthy, but I loved it. Had the ahí tuna bowl which was great. Very filling, good flavors, good price, something different that you can feel good about eating.

david deyoung

17:30 07 Feb 18

I did not really care for the spicy tuna but the other items that I've had there before have been delicious delicious. I just wish the broth was hotter it seems to cool off pretty quickly but the steak was amazing. I love all the fresh vegetables... I feel so healthy after I eat here! #DivaApproved

Monica Sparks

12:20 26 Feb 18

First timer here! I was plesantly surprised at how large the menu was and had some awesome help in choosing from the staff and they really knew their stuff. the portions are great and the food feels clean! I love the atmosphere too!

Sam Gann

19:33 02 Mar 18

I love this place! It has wonderfully fresh food that is prepped right away in front of you. All the menu items are gluten free and they are super helpful in regards to allergies as well as offer options for just about everyone from whole 30 to vegan. They have a juice/lemonade bar that is super tasty; my favorite is the Cranberry Cayenne Lemonade. Prices are very reasonable and the food is delicious.read more

Rachel Wiens

19:05 04 Mar 18

Refreshing eating experience! Liked the bowl that was a combo salad/noodle dish with chicken and a cashew dressing. Yum! The decor is not fancy, yet designed with some attention to privacy (in the booths) for patrons.

Cynthia Pollet

02:47 09 Mar 18

Amazingly tasty food. I really love their warm rice bowls. My wife always gets the steak and blue cheese salad. I highly recommend their green tea apple cider to drink. They also have vegetarian options if that is your thing. In the summer the outside eating is beautiful.

carpunch

14:39 10 Mar 18

Very good food here. When I go out to eat, admittedly I usually don't look for a "healthier" place to eat. I decided to try it and I was blown away. The first dish I tried was the full spicy Thai noodle salad, one of the best tasting salads I've had and at half the calories of what I would normally eat somewhere else. I left full and satisfied.

josh smith

12:51 25 Mar 18

There was an online order mix up but management went above and beyond to rectify. Excellent customer service. Food is incredible; many great options to chose from, including much customization by building your own. Will definitely make returning a priority!

Chad Roberts

00:09 07 Apr 18

Great fresh food. Service is quick and friendly. First time here but will definitely be back to try some of the other dishes.

Mike Holcomb

00:10 28 Apr 18

Please never never leave our beautiful city and please open more locations. There is nothing that compares to the fresh options and abundant variety that this restaurant has! Also, make sure if you visit i give the apple cider drink a good sip.

Julia

00:10 30 May 18

Interesting place and concept... ordering is very confusing. There’s probably 8 different menu boards, and they’re not the same! But at least the food is fresh, unique, and healthy. So you might not know exactly what you ordered, but it will likely taste good. The homemade drinks and lemonades are very good though.

Brandon Simmons

20:30 11 Jun 18

Delicious options that seem pretty healthy! Also a lot of delicious juices and teas to choose from. I can't wait to go back to have more delicious food! This time around I had the Sriracha Ginger Tofu bowl and my friend enjoyed the BBQ chicken grain bowl.

Candice Cadena

20:36 14 Jun 18

Got a small spicy chicken Thai salad bowl about $7. They get you with the $2.95 fountain drinks but they do have a lot of yummy teas and lemonades that seem legit. The raspberry tea I’m drinking is caffeine free and there seems to be no sugar - which I LOVE. This place feels healthy with a quickness. Not bad, I’m in love.

Austin Bollinger

21:29 30 Jun 18

CoreLife Eatery (Portage, MI)

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