..you know you haven't been eating right lately when your body tells you ' go get a salad for…read morelunch'...and that's exactly what it said today! So I thought it was time to revisit Vitality Bowls® - stopped in just after lunch hour & saw that the Supergreen Goddess Salad was still on the menu (nice balance of chicken, greens, eggs w/ avocado). I placed my order & sat at one of the 3 tables (I'm pretty sure the lion's share of business is to-go) - waited about a couple'a minutes for my made-to-order salad. When it came, it was just as good as previous visits, with everything fresh. Vitality is a good healthy choice nestled among all the nearby fast-food joints. They also have a selection of juices if that's your thing. I'll keep it in the dining rotation!

Ordered carry-out tonight while in town for business. The restaurant was not very busy, so the…read moreservice was very quick. The restaurant was clean and the staff was very friendly. There are only a few tables, although none were occupied. The hummus and veggie appetizer was a huge disappointment. The hummus was tasty, but unfortunately the potion was only enough for about 1/3 of the veggies. The carrots and celery appeared to be a couple days old by the discoloration. The celery was impossible to dip in the hummus as it was chopped/sliced for a salad. Thankfully, the steak bowl was delicious and the right sized portion. All the ingredients were fresh and very flavorful. It was easy to distinguish between the different flavors. Not sure yet if I will give this place another visit.

It was a tuesday afternoon when I decided to visit this Juice & Java. The building was dimly lit up…read moreand a little overwhelming at first with all the signs but the service here was polite & I decided to try the orange creamsicle because I LOVE that ice cream & as a smoothie??? OH MY GOD!!!! I am obsessed! This smoothie is so freaking good & i crave it all the time. I seriously could order this for breakfast, lunch & dinner. It tastes exactly like an orange creamsicle! I absolutely will be coming back to this location to try more of their foods & smoothies. YUM!!!

Juice & Java has been a Mechanicsburg staple since 2001, and after finally visiting, I can see why…read more I stopped in on a chilly, overcast Sunday evening around 5 p.m. with a very specific craving: grilled cheese and soup. Juice & Java delivered big time. When I walked in, the café was quiet, with just a couple of customers working away on laptops. The atmosphere was cozy and relaxed, with a perfectly nostalgic 90's soundtrack playing overhead. The café itself is small and quirky, with local artwork for sale adorning the walls--an inviting little space that immediately makes you want to linger. The menu was surprisingly large for such a small spot, and while their coffee selections seemed endless, I skipped the caffeine this time. Instead, I ordered: 4-Cheese Gourmet Grill ($9.95) - Monterey Jack, provolone, American & cheddar, a bowl of Roasted Red Pepper & Gouda Soup ($4.79) and two canned sodas ($1.95 each). The staff were friendly, the tables were spotless, and our food came out quickly. The grilled cheese was generously portioned--easily shareable, with perfectly gooey, melty cheese and plenty of those delightful "cheese dangly bits" that make a grilled cheese worth it. But the real star? That Roasted Red Pepper & Gouda soup. Creamy without being heavy, rich with flavor, perfectly warm, and absolutely made for dunking a grilled cheese. I was so glad I ordered a bowl instead of a cup--I would've been sad if it ended too soon. It was one of the best soup-and-sandwich combos I've had in a long time. All in, our meal was just over $20 with tip--reasonable for the quality and portion sizes. With their great hours (breakfast through dinner, seven days a week), plenty of parking in the strip mall lot, and a menu full of tempting options, I'll definitely be back to try more. If you're in the area and craving comfort food with a cozy, local vibe--skip the chains and head here.

If you're passing through Mechanicsburg and want something much healthier than the typical…read morefast-food stop, Down to Earth Café is an outstanding choice. The café has a warm, inviting atmosphere with beautiful local artwork that creates a relaxing dining experience. The breakfast sandwich was fresh, flavorful, and reasonably priced. The frittata was hearty, satisfying, and generously portioned. While it was just a little heavier on the pepper than I personally prefer, it was still very enjoyable. The highlight of our visit was the gluten-free, vegan strawberry matcha cinnamon roll. It was incredibly moist, delicious, and packed with flavor--one of the best gluten-free pastries we've had. It's refreshing to find a café that offers healthy options without sacrificing taste. If you're traveling through central Pennsylvania or simply live in the area, this is a wonderful alternative to the chain restaurants that dominate the highways. Whether you're looking for gluten-free, vegan, or just fresh, wholesome food, Down to Earth Café delivers. We highly recommend this café and will definitely make it a stop on future trips through the area.

Atmosphere was great. Lots of natural light and plants. They even had plants for sale for a great…read moreprice. There was a lot of menu options that all sounded really good. I ordered avocado toast and a cookie butter smoothie, both were delicious. I paid about $15 for both, which was a bit on the expensive side, however, I did enjoy them. The service was great and the food came out with reasonable time. I would definitely return.

I learned today that you can order your beverage (fresh juices, smoothies, or milkshakes online…read more When shopping here at the West Shore Farmers Market, I look forward to trying a new, freshly made, healthy beverage. Today, I opted for the $8.50 20-oz Fountain of Youth with added protein powder for $1.50. The ladies here are friendly and quick to take your order. Bottom line, the Juicy Rumor has an appealing stand offering fresh, health-conscious beverage options.

I love Juicy Rumor's fruit bowls, as well as their smoothies! The service is amazing, as well as…read morethe people there! I have recommended this place in an earlier review, so please make sure to check that out. (maybe follow me, too) The place is located in the West Shore Farmer's Market. If you are planning to go there, I would recommend going on a Saturday, only because that is when most of the places are open. In the back of the place, there are tables that anyone can sit at. Thank you for reading this review.

Market including locally sourced and small batch charcuterie, pasta, sauces, condiments, meat and…read moredairy items ... and of course the best fresh baked bread and pasties. Anything I've ever had her was top shelf. The folks are super sweet, kind and helpful. There's a laidback vibe that makes you just wanna grab a seat, sip on some coffee, snack on a pastry and read a little ... almost feels like you're in Europe and you'll forget the hustle and bustle of your day to day for sure!

I love talking breads, they carry an awesome selection of local cheeses and meats, in addition to…read moretheir own artesian baked goods and great bread! The ambience echo's and can be loud if there are people seated or children. Good service, and warm welcome from staff with great knowledge of their products. The honey + Brie on ciabatta was delightful, it's hard to find a good ciabatta that won't break your teeth, I wanted another one immediately when I finished it, it was THAT good! No wifi is available, and it's hard to get your hot spot working with limited service in the building- keep that in mind if you're trying to get some work done!

Got the mango lychous bubble milk tea and was really pleasantly surprised!! Probably the best boba…read morewe've had so far in PA! Good tea (freshly brewed--came out warm), soft and chewy boba with delicate lychee flavor. Yum. Would be back! They also use real tea leaves (some people have mistaken it as mold when in fact they are just not used to seeing real tea leaves).

We got four drinks 3 with their blue Curaçao and they all have mold floating in them, we know it's…read morenot the lychee as one of them doesn't have the lychee and we know it's not the sprite as the fourth drink we got has the sprite and green tea and no blue Curaçao

Chill tropical vibes along with fresh fruit bowls and smoothies. Stopped in at lunchtime and was…read moreoverwhelmed by all of the different combinations and flavors. I opted for one of the protein bowls, which was so big that I almost couldn't finish it. My only "gripe" per se is that pretty much everything on the menu is super sweet. No savory bowls to be found here. Also, if you're watching calories, be aware that even though everything on the menu is healthy and natural, the calories tend to add up quickly when you're piling sweet fruits on top of sweeter fruits. Some of these bowls contain more calories than a Big Mac (albeit with more healthful ingredients). Definitely worth checking out.

Location is very clean and airy. Staff greeted me upon entering and quickly took my order. I…read moreordered an açaí bowl with Nutella and I was not disappointed.

I love this tropical smoothie cafe. The employees are friendly & the service is quick…read more I am obsessed with the kiwi quencher smoothie & i always get their chipotle chicken club, which is perfectly made everytime & is so tasty. It's kind of affordableish. The chicken club and smoothie are almost the same price which makes it a bit steep for two items so I don't order food often but when I do, it's enjoyable. All the ingredients taste fresh. We will be coming here again!

This is a great place for a refreshing smoothie or a quick meal. The smoothies taste fresh and…read moreflavorful, and there are plenty of options to choose from. You can swap three ingredients to customize it to suit your needs. For example, I need to lower the sugar so I swapped some high sugar items. The staff is friendly, the service is quick, and the cafe is clean and welcoming. It is a convenient choice when you want something satisfying without feeling too heavy.

Cute place to grab dessert after a meal of just at any time of day! Lol…read moreI love the decor , colors and just overall vibe of this cozy spot. The menu offers a lot of different things from waffles, to crepes to crepe sushi! (Which is what I got!) Everything with chocolate or chocolate covered lol. When I heard of this pace I immediately wanted the banana biscoff sushi crepe. They also have it with strawberries but I love bananas ! It was so gooooood. It's definitely shareable so we shared it along with the Dubai cheesecake. Everything was delicious! Highly recommend this place if you have a sweet tooth.

I found Royal Chocolate while doom-scrolling Facebook, where a local foodie was raving about it,…read moreand I very strategically worked it into a Friday night date night to see if it lived up to my hopes and dreams. Spoiler alert: it mostly did...and then some. The moment the door opened, the smell of straight-up sugary sweetness hit me in the face in the best possible way. The menu is absolutely ridiculous -- in the most delightful sense. If you can dream of a sweet treat, it's probably on that menu. I was overwhelmed, overjoyed, and fully committed to poor decision-making. After what felt like an eternity of deliberation, I landed on a Reese's Cheesecake ($8.23 for a ridiculously huge slice) and an absolutely unhinged Peanut Butter Pie Milkshake ($9.30). My Adventure Buddy went with two waffle sticks drizzled with milk chocolate and pistachio drizzle, plus a Spanish latte. Total, including tip? $38...for dessert. And honestly? Sometimes being an adult with adult money really is the best. The combination of the cheesecake and milkshake was mind-blowing. I shouldn't have done it. I definitely flew too close to the sun. I may someday answer for this with a sugar-related medical condition -- but I regret NOTHING. The cheesecake was insanely rich, loaded with peanut butter accents, and there was absolutely no skimping on portion size. The milkshake? Straight out of heaven. Thick, creamy, and PACKED with peanut butter. It was food-coma good. I tuned out the outside world and existed solely in a peanut butter fever dream for a while. Adventure Buddy thoroughly enjoyed his waffle sticks and latte and gave the whole experience a solid thumbs up. Logistics-wise: plenty of free parking since it's in a strip mall, and the staff were friendly. That said, things felt a bit chaotic the night we were there. Despite having around seven staff members working, it took quite a while to get our order, and there was some snarky back-and-forth between staff that was very audible -- which felt awkward since we were the only customers in the shop at the time. Bottom line: the sweets are fantastic and absolutely worth experiencing. With just a little more customer-service awareness (or at least saving staff disagreements for out of earshot), this place could be pure dessert perfection. I'd still go back -- but next time, I'll pace myself...or at least pretend I will.

Love the Chocolena Fruits Waffle -- it's absolutely amazing! The combination of rich chocolate with…read morefresh fruit, especially the banana and pineapple, is perfection. Their mojitos are incredibly refreshing too! The service is wonderful. On my first visit, I wasn't sure what to order, but the owner helped me choose and her recommendation was spot‑on. The store itself is beautiful and very clean, which makes the whole experience even better. Highly recommend!

Cute place. Photographs well for socials but could use some help inside. Desserts were decent. The…read moreDubai creme puffs were good with the cream puff being the star as it should be. The chocolate bear was VERY decadent. It honestly could have been dessert for 3 for it's richness. The service was mediocre. No smiles. The two that we saw working seemed very moody at 4pm on a weekday.