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Country Life Vegetarian Restaurant

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Cafeteria-style outpost providing rotating vegetarian entrees & soups in a down-to-earth atmosphere. People often mention vegan, delicious, good, great, service, staff, love, restaurant, fresh, healthy,


Address

15 Roxbury St, Keene, NH 03431

Website

www.countryliferestaurant.com

Contact

(603) 357-3975

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (124 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Monday: 11 AM to 3 PM
  • Tuesday: 11 AM to 3 PM
  • Wednesday: 11 AM to 3 PM
  • Thursday: 11 AM to 3 PM
  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: vegan (27) delicious (15) good (15) great (13) service (12) staff (11) love (11) restaurant (9) fresh (8) healthy (8)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 Bobby H. 4 years ago on Google
    We have been coming here for almost 5 years- the food and customer service are consistently world class. Their food is so fresh! Go on pizza Wednesday’s and you will be delighted. Go any other day and you certainly wont regret it. Enjoy👌🏻
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Elizabeth A. 5 years ago on Google • 616 reviews
    If you've ever had a bad experience with vegan food (as it is easy to do terribly if you don't know what you're doing), this place can help shed some new light on how vegan food should taste. It was delicious!!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 To H. 1 year ago on Google
    Wonderful restaurant. Always welcoming service, good food, and a nice atmosphere!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Steve C. 1 year ago on Google • 133 reviews
    If you aren’t vegan, this place is worth a shot.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 jbgearhead 4 years ago on Google • 51 reviews
    This is a fantastic place to visit. If your looking for some real fresh home cooking that's vegan, delicious and healthy then this is the "Must Stop Here" place. There are certain times for different dishes on their web site. But when you come in it's buffet style and you are charged by the weight. I would say it's a fair price for real healthy fresh home cooked food. And they don't gouge you on the dessert either like most places do. For the quality of the dessert I had (which not many could compare) I think it was all a fair price. The staff here (or owners, not sure) are just super super friendly and are ready for any questions you may have about the food. You feel like you have just been welcomed in to someones real home kitchen, no kidding. If I lived here I would be here all of the time. It's a real relaxed casual atmosphere. Nothing fancy just cozy home like. I not only enjoyed their food but the hospitality was a whole additional part that made the experience wonderful. There were plenty of regulars here and I can see why. A must try is their vegan cheese cake. It was just scrumptious. It was just freshly made and it was not the frozen kind to keep it together. I don't know if this had a cashew base or what but the texture was so much like a regular cheese cake and with that real cheese cake flavor too. Besides some berries, they also had their own whip cream to put on it. Can't say enough about that either. I remember it was almond and coconut based. Even if your just looking for a real good vegan dessert treat then just stop in for that. You will love it. I know I will be back here every time I'm in this area for vacation from now on. A BIG thumbs up !
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Deborah S. 1 year ago on Google • 315 reviews
    Great food, good prices. Superb service and peaceful atmosphere. Our go to place in Keene. Soups are superb. Entrees would satisfy meats eaters. Hawaiian barbecue, stuffed shells, and pot pie all wonderful

  • 5/5 Joshua M. 5 years ago on Google • 6 reviews
    A great vegan and gluten free restaurant. There is a portion pay by weight and a salad and soup bar that is pay by the plate. The owners are incredibly nice and authentic.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Danielle D. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent food paired with unsurpassed customer service is rare. This place is that gem- I am a regular and absolutely love it here. Country Life is also an awesome place for learning- not to mention all the great items in their store. Thank you Peggy and team for all that you do!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dick C. 4 years ago on Google
    For me this is the best restaurant in northern New England. They have both wonderful salad and hot bars which change daily. Likewise two soups and a desert bar. All is self-serve, so that you can enjoy a meal taking on as much time as you have - and/or - take-out.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Douglas B. 4 years ago on Google
    A vegan jewel, I drive 40 minutes past several restaurants to eat at their delicious, creative and colorful buffet. It's worth the trip!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Jesse 4 years ago on Google
    Friendly informative staff
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Malaise L. 3 years ago on Google
    Food was delicious and the place was spotless. Can't believe it took me this long to go in. Will be back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Jack V. 1 year ago on Google
    Watched cooks prepare my food with no gloves on
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Stephen P. 1 year ago on Google
    My life would be empty without Country Life in Keene, NH. There are no other vegan options in the immediate area and I love the foods and service provided. The staff members have become my friends as well. The attention and work put into the daily preparations is exemplary!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Earth A. 2 years ago on Google
    Food is delicious, people are super friendly and nice, restaurant is clean and neat, prices are very reasonable, atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the best thing is no masks required! Check them out! Thank you Country life crew, you are all amazing!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lia 3 years ago on Google
    AMAZING find! Tucked just off the downtown Keene square this restaurant is really a little grocery store full of vegan and vegetarian options. Prices are reasonable too which was an extra surprise given the quality and amount of food given. This is a new regular stop for me and my family.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 L H. 3 years ago on Google
    The letter the owner posted was clearly ignorant and I’m glad not to ever eat here again.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nick U. 3 years ago on Google
    Stopped in while visiting a friend who lived nearby since they told me about this place. All I can say is, WOW. What a great ambiance, great food, and great staff. We were greeted at the door and then walked through the protocol, and given a run down of all food items. We tried a bit of everything and was very impressed with the flavor and tastes of everything. As a vegan, it is hard to find good places to eat out that have options, and I would rank Country Life up as on of the best. Keep up the good work!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Heather A. 1 year ago on Google • 152 reviews
    Food is tasty. Winning dish was the vegetable medley with fresh, colorful veggies and herbs. The salad bar had several types of sprouts, fermented food, homemade dressing, and everything was fresh. Splurged on the carob pie dessert which was excellent even if the crust was a little soggy. There is falafel and sandwiches available. Take out is easy. Prices are reasonable for setting and food quality (everything is expensive anymore) but I got a healthy, satisfying lunch and dessert for about $15. Would be an easy way to introduce someone to healthier, more vegetable heavy choices.

  • 5/5 Erich K. 1 year ago on Google • 53 reviews
    The women that work here are so kind, the food is delicious and affordable, and there’s always a salad bar if you want fresh. The desserts are fantastic, and the fruit bars are worth taking home. I’ve never shopped in their mini grocery, but there are some foods unique to the vegan kitchen for sale as well.

  • 5/5 Isabelle R. 3 months ago on Google • 45 reviews New
    Best place for vegan delights and friendly staff. Extremely inexpensive for quality food. This place is a gem and the owners and staff are kind and charitable people. A rare find in the eatery world.

  • 4/5 Breanna G. 3 months ago on Google • 15 reviews New
    Really tasty food. Some good choices for the market. A nice buffet selection. Prices are pretty good! Some really good vegan food. There's a long table and when I was there it was basically full and kind of loud, but I did notice by the buffet there was a more secluded table. I had the bean burrito and it was tasty. Give it a try!

  • 5/5 Iann M. 2 months ago on Google • 12 reviews New
    Connie is the best and the daily menu and buffet always exceed my expectations. Whether you're vegan or not, I think you'd absolutely love this place and the people there. Country Life is easily my go-to spot for lunch.

  • 3/5 Shashanah Newman D. 9 months ago on Google • 8 reviews
    Amidst

  • 5/5 Kevin K. 2 years ago on Google
    I love this place. Highly recommended. I was so happy to see that they are opening up again.

  • 5/5 Christine N. 4 years ago on Google
    So happy to finally make it in here. Very friendly and helpful and the food was absolutely delicious❤️

  • 5/5 Arfan H. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very tasty and clean. Very very good, clean and great welcome. (Original) Very tasty and clean. Très très bon, propre et super accueil.

  • 5/5 George C. 4 years ago on Google
    After looking at all those great food photo's at 10.30 pm tonight, I'm getting hungry again! Don't get anxious about the per pound food prices.........because this is dense, real food, a little goes a LONG ways. After eating my salad/soup then entree's, I've just never made it to those yummy looking deserts! Except when I celebrated my birthday at the restaurant four weeks ago with a in-house made delicious carrot cake including some vegan ice cream with friends.............All loved every bite! it was such a huge cake, I still have some in the freezer to attack soon! don't just take my word for it..........Eating is Believing! Thanks again Peggy and team, Gary Davis.

  • 5/5 Julie W. 4 years ago on Google
    This is a relaxed friendly place to get affordable wholesome healthy delicious food.

  • 5/5 Moira B. 4 years ago on Google
    Yummy vegan food and cashew ice cream! The staff was so kind!

  • 5/5 Emily R. 5 years ago on Google
    Delicious vegan health food served by lovely people. Bulk spices and dry pantry items for a great price. Plus, they host community education events often. Great place.

  • 5/5 Stephanie L. 2 years ago on Google
    Love love love the food. Awesome service. Delightful people. Highly recommend!

  • 5/5 Bijaya P. 1 year ago on Google
    Gluten free spring rolls - the BEST spring rolls EVER!! 😋😋😋

  • 5/5 Brittany P. 1 year ago on Google
    Great food and variety for herbs, tinctures and natural products.

  • 5/5 Denise V. 1 year ago on Google • 3 reviews
    My cousin and I got there just as they were opening, so the hot bar wasn’t ready yet. We relaxed with a bowl of soup and waited. Well worth the wait! The couple working/owners were so kind and accommodating. The food smelled amazing and tasted even better. Fresh, quality ingredients and you could tell made with Love!! Will make this a regular stop!

  • 4/5 Karl Fisher (. 1 year ago on Google
    So, while I have never visited Country Life in person, I did pick up a Gluten Free Raspberry bar from Apothica Flower & Tea in Goffstown and it was absolutely delicious! I hope to visit Country Life Restaurant soon and write a full review.

  • 5/5 David R. 4 years ago on Google
    This spot is excellent! Good pricing, considerable dishes and the staff are always nice.

  • 5/5 Christine B. 6 years ago on Google
    Amazing food. Great service! Prices are great also.

  • 5/5 TRM T. 5 years ago on Google
    Super vegan selections with no guessing - all vegan! Very yummy, fresh, variety and more covering desserts as well. Great find and lovely women running establishment. Will be back for sure!

  • 4/5 Yolanda H. 5 years ago on Google
    Great vegan food!

  • 5/5 Trey W. 3 years ago on Google
    The food is constantly well prepared and tasty, staff members hands out excellent service. I like how clean it is and atmosphere. Would recommend to others.

  • 5/5 Immanuel V. 4 years ago on Google
    I arrive at this outstanding place once a month as I enjoy the special air that is exist in this place. The team is exceptionally friendly and well trained. The service is extraordinarily rapid. Most important, the food you get is excellent. I ate there many times and I was always joyful. The expense is fair. I highly recommend this place to my friends and family.

  • 5/5 G H. 4 years ago on Google
    two days ago was the first time we came to that good restaurant. But It is no doubt not the last time. We passed a splendid evening with the good service, with the great cuisine and wine and with the comfortable charge. We will no doubt come back again.

  • 5/5 Aimee A. 3 years ago on Google
    The vegan pizza is to die for! The "cheese" is almost like a ricotta and loaded with veggies. We've eaten here before and the food is always so good.

  • 5/5 Zaza S. 4 years ago on Google
    I love Country Life and Peggy! I should be there now! The food is vegan and delicious! A healthy place to eat! Thank you so much! ♥️

  • 5/5 jackson R. 3 years ago on Google
    Mmmmmmm!

  • 5/5 Collin S. 3 years ago on Google
    Great restaurant for those trying to stick to the vegan diet. Buffet had plenty of great options.

  • 5/5 Adrian G. 3 years ago on Google
    Fantastic and flavorful food, I liked the atmosphere the place has, and the cashiers were very nice. Will surely visit here again.

  • 5/5 Amandalee K. 4 years ago on Google
    Best restaurant in Keene New Hampshire!!

  • 5/5 Nick V. 4 years ago on Google
    Peggy is the best

  • 5/5 Xzavier G. 4 years ago on Google
    Love the dood, the people, and the costomer service

  • 5/5 Sherry E. 4 years ago on Google
    delicious wholesome food prepared and served with love, care to detail, and a level of cleanliness not often found, hardily recommend.

  • 5/5 Greg W. 4 years ago on Google
    Only complaint is that I wish they were open on Friday and Saturday! Huge selection of amazing vegan food. Plant based or not, this is a must try. Extremely nice and humble staff with amazing cooking abilities behind the scenes. Get there when you have the chance!

  • 5/5 Ana P. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food! Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Yum!

  • 5/5 Debra R. 4 years ago on Google
    Love the food!

  • 5/5 Jared Van C. 4 years ago on Google
    This place is the best place to eat in town! So healthy, great options. Try the link salad dressing. It's the frign best!!

  • 4/5 Kevin P. 4 years ago on Google
    Very good food and very fresh. Expected a little more for the price.

  • 5/5 DonJoe S. 4 years ago on Google
    Very healthy and tasty.

  • 5/5 Anthony A. 4 years ago on Google
    All my five are belong to this. Hands down the best food in Keene.

  • 5/5 Jennifer B. 4 years ago on Google
    Wonderful vegan fare. healthy and delicious!! We are so lucky to have this gem in the area.

  • 5/5 Anne E. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing!!!!

  • 5/5 Arnold S. 4 years ago on Google
    One of my main spots to grab some food. great location, clean, and good service. Very good job!

  • 5/5 Marianne M. 4 years ago on Google
    I have enjoyed healthful totally delicious Meals and takeout foods for at least 10 years. I have personal favorites Love love the soups The dressings and salad bar add so much enjoyment The Sunday Brunch is so well planned and presented. I am so well satisfied ido not need anything to eat except maybe soup at about 6:00 p.m. but that is rare Peggy is a wealth of knowledge for Health Management and she prayerfully offers Personal Suggestions and Support

  • 5/5 Kenneth G. 4 years ago on Google
    I love this place. The food is terrific, and Peggy is a wonderful person.

  • 5/5 Belinda Jean M. 4 years ago on Google
    Organic , delicious and vegan. Best ever!


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Cheques
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Salad bar
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
  • From the business
    • ✓️ Identifies as women-owned

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