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Alchemy Café

Restaurant Cafe Catering service Health food restaurant Nutritionist

Health-focused smoothie & juice bar also offering sandwiches, salads, acai bowls & coffee drinks. People often mention smoothie, sandwich, good, great, order, turkey, bowl, smoothies, options, healthy,


Address

625 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH 43206, United States

Website

www.ieatalchemy.com

Contact

+1 614-305-7551

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.10 (140 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 7 am to 8 pm
  • Friday: 7 am to 8 pm
  • Saturday: 8 am to 4 pm
  • Sunday: 8 am to 4 pm
  • Monday: 7 am to 8 pm
  • Tuesday: 7 am to 8 pm
  • Wednesday: 7 am to 8 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: smoothie (15) sandwich (13) good (12) great (10) order (9) turkey (8) bowl (7) smoothies (7) options (7) healthy (7)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 Jamila G. 1 year ago on Google • 3 reviews
    Okay so I never leave reviews, but for Alchemy, I must. I wanted to try a new food place today, and I’m sure glad I did! I got the berry cheesecake bowl, and two sandwiches to try — the turkey tzatziki, and the turkey bacon caesar. The turkey, the veggies, the bread, everything is SO fresh and tasty. Not to mention, beautifully packaged (I ordered for delivery). I will 100% be eating here again. Perfect meals before and after my workouts. Highly recommend!
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Leon D. 1 year ago on Google • 165 reviews
    Really cool smoothie shop that has a very nice modern vibe! The service is very friendly and the smoothies are on point. I love the interior decor with all the seating options and nice variety of plants. This is a great place to hang out or get work done with upbeat music in the background. Highly recommend checking out to get your health food fix!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Caroline “SquidsOath” S. 2 years ago on Google • 186 reviews
    The people are friendly, the plants are real and the seating is sparse inside but we made it work with 5 of us. It is gorgeous in this place!! The food is healthy and happy, but most importantly delicious 🤤😋 Coffee bags $12 - peanut butter $5
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kelli R. 4 years ago on Google • 349 reviews
    So happy to have found this little cafe. Food was so freaking good. There are so many great options on the menu, so it was challenging to pick. I’ll definitely have to go back to try more things. This is downstairs of the Fitness Loft. I’m not a member, but it would be tough to walk through this cafe every time I went to the gym.

  • 1/5 Bianca B. 9 months ago on Google
    First time here, and will be my last. I came with my friend on my lunch break hoping for a quick in and out lunch. I get it, it was a busy lunch time. I ordered a turkey and bacon sandwich. However, we ordered at 12:15 and my friend got her food about 15 minutes later which is fine. I then at 12:45 asked if I could just get my food to go, and waited 15 more minutes. At that point, it was 1:05 and I just then received my food. So 50 minutes later, I receive my sandwich and couldn’t even enjoy my food and sit and eat it. Then, in attempt to make things better, they say they threw in a coupon for a free smoothie and free sandwich. I look in the bag when I get in the car, and the coupon is for a free sandwich with the purchase of their meal prep, and a coupon for $10 off at W Nail Bar. Nothing to make it right. I will not be coming back here.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Sarah O. 2 years ago on Google • 156 reviews
    The reason I gave a 3 star was due to the awful pumpkin latte. It tasted like hot water with spices, not a drop of coffee. Maybe I didn't read the description correct. The egg sandwich and cookie monster bowl were good. I would go back but maybe not for coffee.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Leah C. 2 years ago on Google
    Hands-down best bowls in the city. Unfortunately, my favorite ingredient came off the menu (red grapes) but it’s still a life-changer!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zoe S. 5 years ago on Google • 247 reviews
    literally my go to place. They had quick, easy, fresh noms for anyone. i absolutely LOVE their juices—mean green and Orange Zest are my favorites. Plus the smoothie bowls and sandwiches are AHHMAAAZZZINNNG! I’m not even vegan but I tried the Jackfruit BBQ (pictured here) and it was oh so good! I belong to the gym right above it and it’s always a great little fresh snack!

  • 4/5 Fei X. 1 year ago on Google • 13 reviews
    Cute place to stop for coffee and snack. It has parking which is very convenient. I got a honey latte and a lox toast. The latte is very good and lightly sweetened, perfect for a pick me up in the morning. The lox toast is very fresh and taste so good. The smoothies look a bit pricy, average about 9$+. The space is cute and would be a good spot for getting some work/studying done but there’s only one wall plug as far as I can find.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Theresa L. 1 year ago on Google
    I went at a non busy time to get a take out order. I went to order a bowl and was told they were out of strawberries so I needed to choose something else. I stepped aside and let the next person in line go ahead. I chose a different bowl without strawberries and was told that they could not make any smoothies or bowls because the blenders were too hot so I needed to order a sandwich or choose from the refrigerator. I ordered a turkey sandwich, and while I waited another blender was found so I ordered a bowl without strawberries. All in all I was there 55 minutes for a carry out order. THEN I got the turkey sandwich home and there was NO turkey. The food is delicious, but these are some major issues.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Samantha J. 6 months ago on Google • 97 reviews
    I didn't have the smoothie bowl, so maybe that would have been redeeming, but I'd never return. The person taking my order didn't know the menu well and struggled to take my order. I got the avocado toast and I was shocked when I received one small piece of toast with essentially a thin layer of guacamole spread over it, red pepper flakes, and about 5 wilted microgreens on top. I ended up throwing it away after 1 bite and decided to eat somewhere else.

  • 4/5 Katherine M. 4 years ago on Google
    This is a great spot for a quick weekend brunch or to grab a smoothie after a workout! I highly recommend the breakfast sandwich and the matcha latte!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Deana F. 1 year ago on Google
    Just went there this morning for a healthy breakfast. Got the jalapeno turkey sandwich -- had NO jalapenos and instead I ended up eating plastic attached to the cheese! There is a super-thin piece of cheese on each half of the sandwich, but they left the plastic attached to the cheese -- 2 pieces of plastic about 2" x 3" each. Unfortunately, I ate some plastic before I figured out what was going on. I also got the green monster smoothie -- it was quite good, but I couldn't taste the ginger I requested, so I don't know if they added it. I so wanted this to be a great experience, but not so much!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marina Z. 2 years ago on Google
    LOVE the people and the SANDWICHES! Do yourself a favor and getcha a Salmon Club ;) You won't be disappointed. Oh, and do't even think about leaving before you get an Iced London Fog Tea.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ravjot K. 1 year ago on Google • 42 reviews
    I recently had the pleasure of dining at Alchemy Cafe, and let me tell you, it was an experience that exceeded all my expectations. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with a warm smile and made to feel right at home. The ambiance was cozy, comfortable, and inviting - the perfect setting to enjoy a delicious meal and catch up with friends. Now, let's talk about the star of the show - the iced pistachio latte. This latte is an absolute game-changer. It's smooth, creamy, and has the perfect balance of sweetness and nuttiness. Every sip is a heavenly experience, and it's so good that I can't help but order it every time I visit Alchemy Cafe.

  • 1/5 Joshua L. 5 months ago on Google • 6 reviews
    Normally a pretty standard smoothie bar for after the gym, but the past several times there have been errors to our order. No protein in our drink despite paying for it or simply the wrong smoothie. Proceed with caution.

  • 5/5 Lily 7 months ago on Google
    The person at the counter is always kind and has a sweet demeanor. Smoothies are always delicious and just what I need on the go.

  • 1/5 Roddell J. 1 year ago on Google
    The dark skin girl working morning shift is rude. Doesn't greet well at least not me. I asked how she was doing nothing I told her I appreciate her nothing. I was going to also purchase something but I will go to Playa bowls instead. Never had either but I won't spend with a business who hires rude employees like they are better than a customer and can't speak.

  • 1/5 Kandice A. 1 year ago on Google
    This place just isn't for me. Nothing on the menu looked appetizing to me. Not a place I would choose for myself, but I was there for a co-worker's farewell lunch. Never again. Paid $10 for a smoothie and a small bag of chips. The smoothie wasn't that great or very sweet. Yes I know they're a health conscious establishment but I've had McDonald's smoothies thst were cheaper, better tasting, with less calories and carbs and almost the same amount of sugar, so how is it any healthier? All thet was sacrificed was taste. I'll stick with my McDonald's smoothies, thanks. Not to mention, despite the place not being super busy and the place not offering any items thst were super complex, I was kept waiting for 10-15 minutes. For a smoothie. Not a good choice if you have a 30-45 minute lunch break. Never again for me.

  • 4/5 Keely M. 1 year ago on Google
    I go here for the salmon club and smoothies when I want a healthy meal. It is usually perfect, and I do recommend them. However I’d like to leave the feedback that the avocado on my sandwich today was brown. I don’t want to eat brown avocado, and I don’t think anyone would, especially after paying $15 on a sandwich. Please keep quality high if you want to charge premium prices!

  • 5/5 Kyle W. 1 year ago on Google
    Friendly staff, modern but cozy interior design, it feels like a good place to sit down with friends. Good and tasty smoothie options, I could drink these any day.

  • 5/5 Damion S. 1 year ago on Google
    Wish I could give it 4 and a half because it's almost perfect I got this peanut butter banna smoothie that was immaculate never had a better smoothie but I also got the blueberry cheesecake thing and it is amazing as well only 1 complaint it's a bit soupy it better better as a thicker texture but still amazing

  • 5/5 Patrick F. 1 year ago on Google
    Wow great fresh and clean food. This place is an order of magnitude better than your typical Panera fare. It was so good I went three times in 24 hours. We had sandwiches (they even made mine into a salad for me!), smoothies, bowls, and latte. They also have cool drink options in the case. They charge a price for the fresh foods and homemade mylks, but in my book good food is always worth it. I will be going back since we will be at the hospital for a couple weeks. Thank you for the service! PS the bacon is awesome and nitrate free!

  • 5/5 Hannah A. 5 years ago on Google
    I love this place! Took me ages to find it, but now I come here every time I’m in the area. Awesome vegan options, great juices, pleasant staff. Need I say more?

  • 5/5 Adriana K. 2 years ago on Google
    Such yummy and healthy foods to choose from. Incredibly friendly staff and beautiful little cafe. It's my new regular spot.

  • 1/5 Michelle M. 3 years ago on Google
    Ordered a pumpkin smoothie bowl and it looks nothing like what was advertised on the site. It's soupy and does not have the "abundance" of toppings advertised on the site.

  • 5/5 Ashkan S. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place with healthy options including many vegan options. This spot will be great for a healthy snack, but also if you have a big appetite

  • 5/5 Laur 2 years ago on Google
    Such a lovely cafe! The employees are quick and kind. It’s great buying healthy treats you don’t have to feel guilty about later.


Call +1 614-305-7551 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed outside
  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Prepared foods
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
    • ✓️ Good for working on laptop
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
  • From the business
    • ✓️ Identifies as women-owned

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