Vegan
American
Pizza
Organic
Delivery
Take-out
Fusion
Gluten-free
Plant-based cafe opened 2017. Serves vegan food and drinks in a dining area with communal table seating. On menu are choices like vegan pizzas, burgers, salads, and small plates. Has soup bar, desserts case. Sunday brunch menu include waffles and more. Sells a few grocery items. Open Mon-Thu 11:00am-7:00pm, Fri 11:00am-2:00pm, Sun 9:00am-6:00pm. Closed Sat.
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270 Russell St, Hadley, Massachusetts, USA, 01035
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- Outdoor seating
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- Free Wi-Fi
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Last update on 18 Jul 2023 by geometric-noise
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Added by ReviewTeam on 16 Aug 2017
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100 Reviews
First Review by nafanc
VRunner
Points +331
Great options - Edit
I was in the area and so happy to see an all vegan cafe. They had an extensive menu for Sunday brunch, in addition to a desert case. They also had some snacks in the cafe and a small refrigerator for grab and go items. I ordered the tofu scramble to go. The best part was the roasted potatoes. The tofu scramble could’ve been more spiced, it was somewhat bland. The veggie sausage was just okay. Overall was pleased with the meal just a little underwhelming.
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We appreciate your feedback! Thank you for leaving a review and we hope you get to give us another try next time.
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AngelEatz
Points +43
Favorite Vegan Place - Edit
Whenever I’m in Western Mass this is my top and favorite place to go! The menu is so vast, has something for whatever your craving! The menu items are also customizable! The portions are large, I’m always taking my food home which lasts 1-2 more meal times! Love it here!
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Thanks for dropping us a review and a photo of the scrumptious Buffalo "Chicken" Pizza!
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mark m braunstein
Points +462
Vegan Heaven, Almost - Edit
Strategically located between the two neighborly college towns of Northampton and Amherst, this palatial restaurant evokes the welcoming experience of a college dining hall. With the food all vegan and its diverse ethnic clientele either veg or leaning, I adored this café from the moment I drove down the long driveway set so far back off Route 9 that the motorized hum of that busy highway was barely audible from its spacious parking lot. Indeed, while dining outdoors seated on the sturdy all-season stone tables, rather than car traffic we heard the songs of red-winged blackbirds perched atop native cattails (no invasive phragmites here!) on the surrounding marshland that buffers this restaurant from the hubbub of civilization.
Read moreThe ambiance is heavenly. The food nearly so. The Burger menu is enhanced with the choice of Gold Potatoes or Sweet Potatoes, both perfectly roasted. (If you happen not to order a Burger, do get the Potatoes as Small Plates.) The Black Bean Burger is noteworthy, but can greatly benefit by if its spongiform white flour “artisan” bun were upgraded to whole grain. The rest of the menu of Pizzas, Bowls, and Salads consists mostly of wholesome foods, but is sullied by the Burger added choice of the two leading brands of industrialized mock meat burgers suitable only for omnivores who wish they were vegans, and for vegans who wish they weren’t. If Pulse dropped these noxious ultra-processed nonfood burgers from the menu, this “Vegan Heaven, Almost” could ascend to truly “Vegan Heaven.”
Easily overlooked because it is located in an adjoining room, the Juice Bar provides nourishing liquid libations to enhance the nourishing solid fare. That day’s two soups-of-the-day, Pea Soup and the Ginger Carrot, both are excellent. In addition to two for dine-in, a wider array of soups awaits you in the takeout fridge. Better still, that fridge offers other side dishes, too. Lucky us, we drove home with takeout Potato Salad to save for later, and it indeed was worthy of savoring as a dessert.
We ate here on a weekday in the summer when the college crowd was largely absent, so the dining areas both indoors and outdoors were roomy and peaceful. I look forward to returning here during the academic year when the crowds and noise level might evoke my nostalgic memories of college dining halls, thus enhancing my culinary experience.
Pros: the ambiance, the wholesome foods, the affordable prices
Cons: the Beyond Belief & Implausible burgers
veganqueenofqueensnyc
Yes, let's return here in the autumn on a Sunday, for Brunch.
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agreed!
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Thank you for your detailed review, Mark. We're happy that you had a positive experience with us!
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veganqueenofqueensnyc
Points +1193
Excellent - Edit
I would give four and a half stars, if the rating system allowed me to. I was impressed, overall, with the quality of the food, ambience, service and the size of the venue (I don't believe we have any establishment in New York City that comes even close in comparison, to the square footage!) If not for the fact that they offer the Impossible Burger as one of the three burger options, (Beyond and an in-house black bean burger are the other two) I would rate at a full five stars. Heck, I would return here again, and not only that, I would even travel here directly from NYC, if necessary - it's that good.
Read morePros: Quality menu items that are fresh and tasty, Beautiful ambience, Friendly, helpful and professional staff
Cons: Impossible Burger is a menu option
RavishingRavenous
Omg I want to go here
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@RavishingRavenous yes, it's a "must!"
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❤❤❤
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Thanks for giving us a try and for sharing your thoughts about your experience! We hope you get to make the trip again.
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h2ovapor
Points +42
One of my favorites - Edit
I live in Maine, but am always happy for an excuse to come by this place.
Read morePros: Berry cheesecake! Not too sweet. So satisfying., Orzo latte. It’s a lovely hot drink w/any dessert., Run by blue zone people
PulseCafeMA
Thank you for visiting us from Maine! We appreciate your kind review.
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gcaminiti10
Points +54
Worth the stop! - Edit
Stopped here on our way to NH and it did not disappoint!! Great ambience, great food. also a wellness store so you can stock up on snacks/fresh foods and pastries!
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We're so glad you enjoyed your visit while passing through. Please come again!
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hannah921
Points +49
Awesome vegan food! - Edit
Amazing chicken and waffles, salads, and pizza!
Read morePros: Chicken and waffles, Buffalo chicken pizza , Nice atmosphere
PulseCafeMA
Thank you for stopping in, Hannah!
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beanbeenben
Points +405
perfect - Edit
everything ive had here is perfect and also like how is the ambiance so cool and unique????
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You're too kind. Thank you for writing a review!
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Carlaji
Points +79
Amazing! - Edit
We went here three times in three days it is that good!! Everything we have tried has been amazing. We even took soup to go for dinner.
Read morePros: Delicious and fresh, Excellent quality, Good service and atmosphere
PulseCafeMA
We're glad you all enjoyed! Please come again soon!
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Monkeyboy112771
Points +108
Awesome Restaurant - Edit
Food was great. They have a large parking lot. It’s a good size restaurant with a fireplace makes you feel very comfortable. There is an entrance to a walking trail right off the side of the parking lot. I live in Connecticut and took a special trip just to try out this restaurant, I will be returning it is worth the ride.
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Thank you for leaving us a review! We look forward to your next visit.
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shrv
Points +21
Seriously Amazing - Edit
Some of the best vegan food I've ever found. Made in house, creative and interesting dishes, classics, great salads, super fresh. Their made to go options are awesome. The juices are excellent. Staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient. Cafe-style if you want to dine in. Pretty large space, but you can still find a cozy spot to sit, otherwise the large windows make the atmosphere nice and open.
Read moreThis place is so great, I make sure to stop here whenever I am in the area!
PulseCafeMA
Thank you for visiting and sharing your experience! We hope you get to come again soon.
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SteveD
Points +38
Fantastic - Edit
We had the Pizza with cashew cream mozzarella, pepperoni, kalamata olives, broccoli and mushrooms. Not greasy at all.
Read morePros: Crust as light, chewy, and nicely browned., The pepperoni was fantastic., Right amount of sauce.
PulseCafeMA
We're glad you enjoyed our pizza, Steve!
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ashvegan
Points +47
Amazing - Edit
Amazing food, amazing location and ambience. Amazing everything!
Read morePros: Food, Outdoor seating, People
PulseCafeMA
Thank you for your kind words!
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CharleneGryszowka
Points +22
We love it! - Edit
We eat at Pulse all the time.
Read moreGreat food, Great atmosphere and plenty of parking.
Save room for desert
PulseCafeMA
Thanks for supporting us, Charlene. See you soon!
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HeleneCF
Points +15
Very good - Edit
Quality of the food, environment, customer service, parking.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-07-28
Pros: Burger
Cons: No coffee
PulseCafeMA
We appreciate this, Helene! Thank you for writing us a review.
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HenrietteJohansen
Points +1520
Nice pizza - Edit
I went to a function that ordered pizza from Pulse and I always love when a place make the effort of making cashew-based mozarella. I loved the pizza, but my non-vegan friends were a bit sceptical.
Read morePros: Pizza toppings
PulseCafeMA
Thank you for sharing this review, Henriette!
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Norcal2017
Points +428
Great vegan out of way spot - Edit
Never expected this kind of find in Hadley
Read moreComfort bowl with soy drum sticks, Mac and cheese, collards, black eye peas was great and filling. Had to skip the salad we purchased.
Have had their bean burger Tried tex-mexdstyle with sweet potato fries before. Great dish.
Super and filling Almond joy shake.
Pretty spacious in door dining area. Only saw one masked patron.
No room for dessert.
Do want to try their pizzas but will be awhile since I journeyed from CA.
PulseCafeMA
Thank you for trying us out! We hope you get to visit again soon.
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FelinityVeg
Points +96
Tasty food! - Edit
This place is great! I really enjoyed their mac and cheeze.
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We’re so glad you enjoyed the Mac ‘N’ Cheese! Thanks for sharing.
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DoreenZ
Points +83
Great vegan selection - Edit
Good food, upbeat staff, plenty of seating and parking.
Read morePros: Lots of options, Casual
Cons: None
PulseCafeMA
Thank you for your kind review, Doreen! We hope you get to visit again soon.
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BettySlutsky
Points +827
If you’re in the area, don’t miss this place! - Edit
My girlfriend and I have come here twice on our way home from weekend trips and WOW, is it worth it! Delectable smoothies, flavorful savory dishes, and lavish desserts. And holy heck, I have never been inside such an enormous vegan restaurant! The fact that this place is able to exist- and be super busy both times we stopped by- is genuinely heartwarming.
Read moreThe portions are enormous, which is actually not that great for me, since I have been known to overdo it when confronted with such deliciousness. They DO have stacks of takeout containers next to the water glass self service area. If we find ourselves here again, I will try to summon the willpower to pack up half my meal before getting started so I don’t hurt myself 🫠
Pros: Everything is exquisitely delicious , Abundance , Huge comfortable space
Cons: Excessively large portions, Counter service/self-busing model
PulseCafeMA
Thank you so much for your kind review!
Read moreWe really appreciate it and are very happy you came to visit Pulse. We hope to see you both again very soon. Happy New Year, from the Pulse team.
Guest
VeganbyChoice
Points +1702
Wonderful Vegan Location - Edit
1st time here. Impressed by the outside of the building as much as I was by the inside. Plenty of parking available. Outdoor and indoor seating available. Great atmosphere. Love the set up. The food part, the juice bar, the pizza oven, dessert section, soup, and the food market. So many items to choose from in one location.
Read moreI started with Wood-Fired garlic knots. It comes with 4 nice size garlic knots. Crispy, hot, and tasty. I prefer more garlic but I know not everyone has that same taste. The guy working there suggested I try the pepperoni pizza but after seeing the Buffalo chicken pizza, I couldn’t pass that up. It was so very delicious. Would love to get it again. I would have preferred it a little more crispy but then you are walking the line of possibly burning it.
Moved onto the southern comfort bowl. Good portion size. Nice combination of a variety of foods. Everything in this bowl was delicious, including the soy drumsticks (watch out for the skewer - ouch).
I had the strawberry Mango Banana smoothie - win!
I ordered the strawberry rhubarb pie - amazing.
Also had to try their chocolate chip cookie. It was soft and wonderful.
I am very much looking forward to coming back here. I plan on not eating all day to make room for all the food I will order next time.
If I lived closer, I know this would be my go to spot for the market also. More variety than my local superfood store.
In my opinion … you nailed it. You should consider expanding and making another location that caters to fine dining vegan style. Definitely a hole in the market for a romantic fine dining vegan restaurant and I think you are capable of pulling that off.
Update November 2022:
Back in town and had to stop here. It was busy. I ordered their chimichurri burger (beyond) and roasted Yukon potatoes. Good portion size for the burger and the side. Good flavor on the burger. I would definitely get it again. Side of potatoes were good but I will try sweet potato next time. Also ordered their pepperoni pizza. Disappointed in what it looked like and also how it tasted. I LOVED their Buffalo Chicken pizza last time I was here so it was a big let down with this one. I also ordered their vida bowl. Good portion size and tasty. I would repeat this bowl again. Looking forward to coming back.
Updated from previous review on 2022-07-13
Pros: Fresh and delicious, Good portion size, Great atmosphere
PulseCafeMA
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this detailed positive review! We really appreciate it, and we are thrilled that you enjoyed the Pulse experience!
Read moreThanks for the photos, recommendations, and advice.
We hope to see you again.
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Tray-C
Points +539
Really good food - Edit
Ordered the pepperoni pizza, triple berry smoothie and a house salad with avocado and it was all super fast and delicious. I ordered online and picked up. Easy peasy.
Read morePros: Online ordering , Takeout, Delicious
PulseCafeMA
Thank you for your kind review! We really appreciate it. We are very happy that you enjoyed your meal. See you soon at Pulse!
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greenbluegray
Points +1365
Has it all - Edit
Very spacious place with cool store item area. We were visiting the Emily Dickinson House, and this was not too far away. We had to have some pizza, and their is incredible, 2 sizes also! We always take food home. Love their open set-up for water and takeout boxes. Variety of seating areas, inside and out. Super friendly service. And OMG if you see the cream of veggie soup, it is like chowder and one of the best soups I have ever had in my life. I brought some back for my mother-in-law, and she went right for it and wanted more, lol. Their cold-pressed juices are a treat too. Tons of parking. Closed on Saturdays. My only very minor gripe is that if I get a salad (like the delicious Caesar), I prefer a bigger bowl so I can mix in the salad dressing and cut it up a bit without it falling out of the dish.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-10-02
PulseCafeMA
Thank you so much for your kind review! We really appreciate it. We are very happy that you enjoyed everything you ordered and took home. The Pulse team hopes to see you soon!
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ToddMantell
Points +20
A Real Vegan Gem In New England - Edit
I was visiting New England and just happened to pass Pulse Cafe on my way through Hadley towards the Montague Book Mill (also a wonderfully quaint place to see if you like bookstores). What a great spot. Not only is it a terrific vegan restaurant, but there is a great little market in the restaurant that is perfect for picking up vegan snacks if you're road tripping through New England. I had a great soul bowl with drumsticks and the best pecan pie bar ever. My only regret is that I didn't try one of their pizzas. Highly recommend this place, it's a real gem.
Read morePros: TONS of great vegan options.
PulseCafeMA
Thank you so much for visiting and for your positive review. We are very happy that you enjoyed the Pulse experience.
Read moreMaybe you can try one of our pizzas next time!
We hope to see you soon.
Guest
jesslis
Points +16
Will return! - Edit
Loved the Caesar salad! Will be back soon!
Read morePulseCafeMA
Thank you for your kind review. We are very glad that you enjoyed our Caesar Salad! We hope to see you soon.
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KMax
Points +47
Yes, stop here and eat! - Edit
I have been here many times. Everything on the menu is amazing. I would give more than 5 stars if I could!
Read morePros: All vegan, Everything is fantastic
Cons: Closed Saturdays
PulseCafeMA
Thank you for this positive comment! It means a lot to us. We hope to see you soon again.
Read moreKMax
I was there today, and had the Thursday Tacos, with tofu. Spectacular!
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RebeccaNoodle
Points +49
Great food in a GORGEOUS space! - Edit
Pulse cafe is heaven! What an incredible space. TONS of seating options- inside next to the fireplace, outside overlooking the area's natural beauty. The market section is fully stocked with every vegan item you've ever dreamed of, including some housemade goods for sale. The food is delicious! We visited for Sunday brunch and enjoyed chaga chai lattes, smoothies, breakfast burritos, blueberry pancakes, and chicken and waffles. I will be dreaming of that cashew gravy... wish they sold it! Ate too fast to take any pictures! I hope we make it back one day to try burgers, bowls, and pizza- the wood fired pizza oven was so cool to watch. Important to note: they do not offer traditional coffee- non-caffeinated barley coffee only. Fun to try something different though!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-08-29
Pros: Incredibly delicious food, Amazing atmosphere, Fully stocked market
Cons: No traditional coffee
PulseCafeMA
Thank you Rebecca for this detailed and positive review! We really appreciate it and we are so happy that you enjoyed the Pulse experience as a whole.
Read moreThe team also hopes to see you again soon!
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