Elixir, a vegan restaurant and tea bar, was created from the passion and mentality that a healthy diet improves overall well being. It’s located in Great Barrington, right next to the Triplex Cinema off of Railroad Street. Out front, there’s a welcoming patio filled with chairs and tables for when the weather is nice. Inside, the furniture is bright and bold, contrasting with the dark walls. The space is somewhat small and cafe-like with eclectic, nature-rich, crunchy decor, giving it a really unique, pleasant, and peaceful atmosphere. The all-natural food is free of any animal products of course, and is balanced, fresh, raw, elegant, and nutrient dense.  

Elixir’s fully-organic menu includes soups, rice, hummus, greens, juices, smoothies, teas, and more. That being said, the restaurant has offerings beyond coming in to eat and sip on tea. There’s a 21-day rejuvenating cleanse package and consultations available to help with weight management, bowel regularity, enhancing energy, overall clarity, better sleep, easing pain, helping the skin and hair thrive, balancing the mind and body, and optimizing personal perspectives on life. The food in this cleanse package is fully prepared as well. It includes hearty soups, a main meal, freshly brewed tea, juices smoothies, and herbal infusions. Elixir is an excellent place to refresh and reset both the mind and body.

If you’re searching for adventure or high-impact activity, Ski Butternut is under 10 minutes from Elixir. Guests can ski, snowboard, go tubing, and have an awesome time with the family in the winter. There’s also some great spaces available for events such as weddings, reunions, birthday parties, and more.