Have not had a chance to try in person or the food, but did get smoothies. My fridge/freezer broke…read moreand needed smoothies for a weekend full of marathon training and more. My run was an early one so I got the Coffee Lover for post and this thing not only woke me up, but was so good. Next day I had the Chocolate Joy and it was perfect too. Will get more in future.

Awesome that they have all organic offerings and the smoothies and salads are tasty. Staff is…read morefriendly and inside is very clean. If they offered organic meat add ons I would buy those.

" Plays bowls like your on a tropical vacation " I love the…read moreplays bowls here. Specially the mango play bowl . It fills one grown adult or two for a snack. The price is not too bad. The service is friendly. The vibe is welcoming. Parking is difficult but manageable.

Best Nutella acai bowls ever! Can't go wrong with any of the shakes either - with protein powder…read moreespecially. Love this chain!

The banana base bowl is incredible I ate the whole thing it filled me for the entire day everything…read moremade fresh

Playa Bowls near Northeastern is a chain that has found a comfortable home in the area, and the…read morelocation holds up well as a go to for a refreshing, health forward meal that does not require much thought to enjoy. We walked into a relaxed space with a consistently friendly and engaged staff, making the experience feel more personal than a typical fast casual stop. The acai bowl is the foundation of the menu and it delivers reliably, with the base thick enough to hold the toppings without turning into soup partway through. The Nutella bowl is the most popular order, and the combination of the rich spread against the acai base works in a way that feels indulgent without completely undermining the healthier premise of the meal. The mango bowls are a lighter, brighter option for anyone who wants something less earthy than the acai, and the Nica Bowl is another solid choice for a more composed build. The customization options are generous and the staff is helpful in steering you toward combinations that work if you are unsure where to start. Prices land in the eleven to thirteen dollar range, which is on the higher side for the format, though the quality of the fruit and the portion sizes make it feel reasonable once you are eating it. For a post workout meal or a lighter lunch option near Northeastern, Playa Bowls is an easy and reliable choice.

I've been going to Pure Cold Press in Brookline since I was in high school!…read moreMy usual order consists of their açaí bowl and either a green juice OR their pesto grilled cheese. This was always my staple lunch whenever I wanted something quick and healthy-like + did not want to go to sweetgreens. Overall, I enjoy ordering from here and have never had any bad experiences, though I do not come here as often nowadays. Staff is always nice and they make everything super quick. Parking: lots of parking around, either on Harvard St or can park in the back lot of Maruichi's.

Amazing delicious crisp salad and speedy friendly service. Couldn't ask for more (although maybe…read moreone a bit closer to newton!)

I did NOT expect a juice place to have such good acai bowls, but oh my god they're delicious. I…read morewould definitely recommend their new Protein Acai bowl, it has amazing macros and is packed with tasty and healthy ingredients!! I appreciate that their base isn't overly sweet and they give an abundance of toppings for an amazing variety of texture. To be fair, this spot is a little pricey so maybe a treat just every once in a while, but you're bound to be satisfied anytime you do choose to come! They also offer some delicious ice cream and smoothie options, perfect for a quick treat on a hot day if you're not craving a full meal but still want something on the healthy side. From my experience, the service is kind and helpful, and the vibes (which are similar across all their locations) feel very pristine and calming. I definitely recommend this spot and can't wait to try more of their flavor combos!

I am happy to update my review based on my recent experience here! I have previously had some very…read morehit or miss experiences from the quality of my orders with temperature and portion issues. However, my most recent experiences have been better! I have been greeted with kind service and my orders have been made well. I haven't tried the freezes again since my last experience, but the acai bowl I had was great. The portions were what I expected and the server even was kind to let me pick a different topping on bowl since they were out of one of the standard toppings. I appreciated the attention to detail and taking a moment to make my experience better, rather than just skipping out on the topping. This recent experience was encouraging enough for me to come back sometime soon.

Came here on a Saturday at noon and the place was packed. Our orders were taken and prepared…read morerelatively quickly, but it was pretty disorganized getting our order with all the other customers crowding the pickup counter and the loud music making it hard to hear when your name is called. I got the Dragonberry pitaya bowl, which was topped with a good portion of delicious honey, granola, and fresh blueberries and strawberry slices. The mix itself was more slushy/icy in texture than expected, but still delicious in flavors. I would come back again if I was in the area and craving smoothie bowls.

The place is so cute, everyone is super nice. The drink was pretty good and refreshing.read more

This place is a Godsend! The food is always on point! I recently implemented a vegan diet and Life…read moreAlive made the transition a whole lot easier lol. I usually order the garlic noodles, mushroom shawarma pita, and the rainbow harvest. You can't go wrong with either! Service is notable as the workers are friendly and accommodating when it comes to the menu. The ambiance is just as inviting as their food!

I came here to get lunch while visiting Boston…read more The space itself is really cool -- makes me feel a lot cooler than I actually am! It also seemed like a nice place to read/get some work done. The menu is really varied -- a lot of different cuisines. It took me a bit to order but staff were patient and friendly. I ordered the mushroom shawarma pita and an açaí bowl. The bowl was delicious! They have their own smoothie bar that's separate from the rest of the kitchen and was served quickly. The mushroom shawarma pita was a bit disappointing. The flavors were good, but it was layered poorly, with all of the mushroom at the top of the pita, making for inconsistent bites. The sauces themselves seemed delicious. I would definitely come back to try different things!

Can't believe that I just tried their açaí bowl today! I basically stop by smith center everyday,…read morebut jut didn't have the opportunity to have a smoothie bowl. It is one of the very good ones I've had (among different cities, different stores). The base is naturally sweetened with banana and mango and gives its silky texture and sweet aroma. I asked for cacao nibs to sub the granola and got a large amount of cacao in my bowl. Not complaining, super crunchy. The blueberries and strawberries are of great quality, too. Almond butter is creamy. I think I'll have their smoothie bowls more often. In the past I have tried (and also recommend) wellness shot, chia pudding (lots of chia soaked in coconut milk). Their baked goods are also good, I particularly like tahini cookies (lots of super food and good stuff in there, like oats and sesame seeds, also chocolate chips of course) than muffin, although the latter is also made from healthy ingredients. Service is quick and friendly. Good experience!

Really delicious smoothie bowl! Cashier was really nice and helped me decide. Good spot to do work…read moretoo. Should it have been $12? Maybe not. But that's the price of all smoothie bowls in H square and it was really good sooo... worth it :)