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    Bowlista

    4.4 (194 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Takes over 30 min since placing order in their app to get the order.
    Jenn S.

    2nd update - The owner confronted me about this review. It's unfortunate when business owners can't take feedback though and I was honestly shocked that after waiting more than 30 minutes for an order I placed in advance that this guy went on the offensive to ask if I was happy to hurt small businesses. I told him I am not trying to hurt any businesses but reviews are only as good as they are honest. He told me that he's had people wait for an hour without complaining. Sir, WHY is anyone WAITING 60 minutes for smoothie bowls? He said it was because they had 8 orders. I suggested he hire another worker because that's way too long to wait for smoothies and bowls. Update - spoke to the worker who appears to be the owner who said they had a lot of DoorDash orders ahead of me. I saw two customers. Now I think it's better to order through DoorDash because this business seems to prioritize those orders rather than through their native app likely because DoorDash tracks the amount of time it takes for each order to complete and be ready for pickup. At this point I just wanted a refund but he said it was already nearly done so... ----- Açaí bowls and smoothie spots - they're so many that exist but so few that check all the boxes. Sadly, this is not one of them. The good: Fresh ingredients, diverse and healthy combinations for açaí bowls and smoothies The bad: Slowwwww. Even if you order on the app, they'll be behind by 20+ minutes from the stated time for pickup. Literally heard him tell two customers to order on the app next time but what's the point if it takes them 30+ min to complete an app order?. It's 3:56pm. The order was placed at 3:31pm. And as you can see in the photo, the order is still pending (not completed) and I'm sitting here waiting. The ugly: Service. Not sure why the workers are always disgruntled here. The first time it happened I figured it was a random occurrence although I didn't come back for a while. Now I'm pretty sure they don't care about customer service - which is fine for some people but for me, it's a bummer. All in all - order far in advance on DoorDash because the Bowlista app, which works well, doesn't actually seem like it's an app for ordering ahead. Tip after you get your order. Sip and enjoy.

    Purple rain burst
    Davina H.

    Bowlista is an absolute gem! I can't say enough good things about this place. It is my go-to for fresh, thoughtfully made smoothies and wellness shots. The overnight oats and bowls need an honorable mention as well, so delicious. What really sets Bowlista apart is how kind, knowledgeable, and accommodating the staff are. I came in needing something very specific for hydration and recovery, and they were more than happy to help me customize a smoothie (swapping bases, adding greens, chia, Himalayan salt, etc.) without making it feel complicated or rushed. Everything I've ever tried at Bowlista, has tasted amazing and even made me feel better, which doesn't always happen at juice bars. The ingredients are clearly high quality, the menu is creative but not overwhelming, and the space has such a clean, calming vibe. Whether you're looking for hydration, recovery, or just a genuinely delicious smoothie, bowl, etc. Bowlista delivers every time. You can tell they actually care about what they're serving and the people they're serving it to. Highly recommend 10/10.

    Heather T.

    Love Bowlista's smoothies! I've tried the Popeye punch, islander and summer smoothies. The smoothies are tasty, refreshing, and a great consistency (thick and creamy but still easy to drink with a straw). If you go to Bowlista in a rush or expecting quick service, you will be disappointed. If you have more time to spare, it'll be worth the wait! There are signs that mention the longer wait time so that customers aren't surprised. There are fun lounge chairs up front for you to sit and enjoy the sun while you wait. Shoutout to Lars for the drink reccs! The summer smoothie is my new favorite. Will have to try the purple rain next time!

    Menu January 2026
    Anh D.

    Great options for the açaí bowls: bases such as matcha, chia pudding, açaí, pitaya; unlimited toppings such as peanut butter, nuts, and fruits. Service does take a bit of time so perhaps order online (I was the only person and after ordering, I probably waited 8-10 minutes).

    The Islander
    Betty C.

    Cute little spot!! This place is definitely not fast, as everything is prepared by hand so just prepare to wait a little! Even the coffee is freshly brewed ! The inside is super cute! There were a plethora of options for açaí bowls and smoothies. I got the islander acai bowl and it was just as I imagined, so yummy and perfect! It looked beautiful and I love how there was granola throughout the whole bowl. The bowls are super filling too. The guy working there was really friendly too!

    Holly W.

    I used to come here all the time, but I travel for work a ton. Finally had a day off to treat myself with my husband. Was ignored when we walked in. The kid behind the counter was on the phone and acted like he couldn't be bothered. After standing there for about 5 minutes, we asked, "hiya! How's it going?" trying to be polite to get his attention. When he finally walked over to us, he told me husband, "I'm on the phone with my boss." He acted like we were an inconvenience to him. We both ordered smalls, got rung up for regulars. The food was delicious. But the customer service was terrible. He remained on the phone the entirety of our visit. This will probably be the last time I visit. A little hospitality or customer service goes a long way. But to be completely ignored and brushed off, just isn't good business.

    Sooo good!!!
    Char G.

    I still love this place!! The ambiance, the quality and freshness of all the ingredients, great management, clean environment, and friendly service are all the reasons I come back. But I did overhear a conversation while I was in line, so I'd like to make a small suggestion. Maybe this establishment can print out a menu because it is a little challenging to the see the one overhead for those who have weaker visibility. My favorite is the Popeye bowl. So healthy but yet so yummy!! I always look forward to my next visit. Thanks, Bowlista team, for being awesome!

    Jack G.

    This place is incredible. Their Acai is extremely delicious and they offer the widest variety of toppings compared to other Acai places. There is a long wait time typically but it's well worth it for the quality you get, this can also be negated by ordering online. This place is also fairly reasonable for the quality that you get. The owner, Lars, takes such pride in each bowl, and it is very apparent. This is my go to Acai place and will be for quite a while.

    Jasmin H.

    The pictures on Google Maps look very impressive, but there must be some store taken ones among them. The bowls and juices are served in plastic wear, not very environmental friendly. The bowls are just ok. It was somewhat too sweet and I am not sure if they are using natural sweetener. I did not find anything special. They look much better and fresher in the pictures. There was also only one person working. So they were understaffed and it took a long time for the order to be ready.

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    7 years ago

    A very clean and friendly place. Delicious bowls. Repeat customer!

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    Thank you for always choosing us as your go to acai bowl place!

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    6 years ago

    We just found this little jem. Friendly staff and clean. The bowl was delicious. I'll be back soon.

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    4 years ago

    Delicious healthy food. Really cute sitting area and great smoothies and bowls. Love the customized options!

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    7 years ago

    The best bowls I've had!!!!!! So tasty and flavorful every bite I took! And they had sizes for my baby nephew!!!

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    5 years ago

    My all time favorite açai bowls!! Love this place and the workers are always so sweet!

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    Thank you for always choosing us as your go to acai bowl place!

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    6 years ago

    both times i've been here... the cashier has been kinda rude. they were different people too

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    7 years ago

    Delicious! Very fresh and lots of menu choices. Friendly service, too. Formerly bowl of heaven, same people, same great products.

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    7 years ago

    I had the summer bowl, it was absolutely delicious. I love the atmosphere of this place, calm but inviting. Definitely will be coming back!

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