A collard and spinach smoothie? That's one option at The Energy Bar, a vegetarian oasis in the South End of Montclair. I had tried a fruit smoothie there about a year ago, but it pretty much exited my consciousness until the Baristas got an admonishing email from a reader a few weeks ago.
I came here to put my two cents in about a vegetarian cafe and juice bar called The Energy Bar in the South End of Montclair. It is a truly fabulous restaurant. I was stunned to find that it isn't listed on Baristanet. They are just a cafe bar with a few outside seats but are expanding to have in house dining. The food is delicious and fresh and it isn't served anywhere else in montclair that I have found. Please add it to the list.
Point taken. During my visit to The Energy Bar last week, I tried the Green Energy (shown), a blended concoction made of apple, celery, collards, cucumber and spinach. (Small $4, Large $6) The apple adds a tiny bit of sweetness, and while I can't say it's the best thing I've ever tasted on God's green earth, it is 100-percent guilt free.
The veggie patties, on the other hand, at $2, are simply heavenly. I tried the "fish" flavor -- everything in the restaurant is vegetarian, even if it's called "beef" or "chick'n" -- an absolute delight.
Though a fast-food alternative, The Energy Bar was not exactly fast the day I went. But the customers sitting on the counter stools, all regulars, didn't seem to mind. It took about 20 minutes before I was served, so I had to take my Green Energy to go.
Also on the menu: a Ginger Chick'n Wrap, Tunut Sandwich with Flax Chips, BBQ Chick'n Sandwich, fruit smoothies, plaintain , yucca fries and a variety of salads.
Decor is strictly functional, but there's a table outside -- just perfect for a day like today.
ugh...man, does that look like some kind of sick drink or what...who would want to drink that?