On our way home from a doctor's appointment, my wife and I decided to stop by Higher Groundz Coffee…read moreand Tea. We've driven by it countless times but had never stopped in before. The shop was a little busy when we arrived around 10:15 a.m., with about eight people ahead of us in line. Even so, the staff worked efficiently, and the wait was surprisingly short. My wife ordered a large Americano, and I went with a large house coffee. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and both coffees were served hot and fresh. I have to say, this was some of the best-tasting coffee I've had in a long time. It was smooth, flavorful, and well worth the stop. I'm glad we finally decided to give this place a try. I can't wait to stop by again for another cup, and I would definitely recommend Higher Groundz Coffee and Tea to anyone looking for a great cup of coffee and friendly service.

My friend and I stopped in on a Saturday morning to grab some coffee to go and the staff was so…read morefriendly. To drink I got an October special latte, it was apple brown sugar. It was very good and I liked that they had more flavors for October than just pumpkin. I also got a veggie scone which was delicious! Since everyone inside was super friendly and the coffee and food was good I will definitely be stopping back in!

I popped in unexpectedly on a Thursday afternoon & I'm glad I did! Not only was it happy hour…read more(Thursdays between 3-6p you get $3 off) but the staff was so friendly right off the bat! They greeted me upon entry, helped me decide which smoothie to try & fixed it up quickly. My Caribbean Sunrise smoothie is delicious. Very flavorful, but all the flavors play together well & make for a very satisfying treat. They have quite a few healthy meal prep style entrees for breakfast, lunch & dinner. I saw prices on those ranging from $5-$15. Not bad for quality, ready-to-make meals. I also noticed they have a microwave available on site so if you need to warm your meal while you're there, you could! I'm glad I made the stop & would certainly come back again. Bonus point: they had a linen candle burning & it smelled wonderful!

I seriously wish I lived in the area because I would visit the smoothie bar about every day. The…read moreSmoothie Bar is located inside of Fit Flavors, so when you're looking for the sign take note. When you arrive to the smoothie bar there is a menu with lots of options, and all of the macros/calories are listed. They use 1st Phorm protein powder, which if you are not a protein powder guru, I'll let you know that it is great tasting and amazing quality. Love that company and all of their products. I ordered a 24 oz peanut butter cup smoothie, which was only about 340 calories. When you drink this smoothie you'll be shocked on how it is only 340 calories. The taste is phenomenal and not too sweet either. They also have thick straws so that you're not wasting too much time trying to suck the smoothie up. You can tell that these are quality smoothies that are not pumped with added sugars and unnecessary additives. You'd feel confident in having one for a meal or a post workout with zero guilt. I can't wait to come back tomorrow and the rest of my time visiting the area to try some more smoothies!

This is a good smoothie cafe. The staff are very friendly and helpful, and the smoothie met my…read moreexpectations.

I was on Ballas the other day and happened to notice this place. Being a sucker for all things…read morehealthy, especially smoothies, I decided to give it a whirl. I walked in and was greeted immediately by whom I'm assuming were the owners. I mentioned that I saw an advertisement for a free smoothie. She said yes, but that it was free with purchase of a food item and after downloading the app. After downloading the app, we were back in business. Since I had an upcoming boxing class in a couple hours, I went with something light and got the spinach, pesto, and feta wrap but without the feta. I chose the Island Green for my smoothie, which consists of spinach, kale, mango, pineapple, and banana. I decided to sit at the bar while my items were being made. After a few minutes, one of the owners walked from behind the counter and handed me my food. I was floored. I don't take gestures like that for granted, especially since he didn't have to do that. I chatted with him for a bit while the other owner continued processing the orders. He said they've been open since January and business has been going really well. I ended up eating this in my car since I still had a few other places to go. The wrap was the perfect size (at least for me)! It was a bit on the smaller side but still packed a powerful punch. The egg and pesto were spot on; I don't recall tasting the peppers but it may have been because I was so hungry! The smoothie was delicious and had the right amount of sweetness and nutrition minus the guilt. Due to the promo, I only paid for the sandwich, so getting a 2-1 is always a win in my book! Overall, the owners couldn't have been nicer. I felt welcome from the moment I entered. I love all the different options for food and drinks, and especially like that you can add enhancements. I def. plan on making this place a staple in my routine and you should too!

I came here on my quest for new smoothie places to try. When I walked in, I was greeted immediately…read moreand the attendant was quick to answer any questions I had regarding the menu and products. I noticed they had more than smoothies, and my eyes immediately went to the juice case. They have quite the selection of pressed juices, shots, protein balls, and other things. After scanning the menu, I got the peanut butter and banana toast, nirvana pressed juice, and birthday cake protein balls. She asked if I was a member of Orange Theory and I said, "no." They have a special partnership with them that I think includes a certain percentage off, so maybe I should become a member! I drank the juice first and tried one of the protein balls while I was waiting on my toast. The juice was refreshing and on the sweeter side, which is what I wanted. The protein ball was good, but the after taste was a little odd. Perhaps it was the flavor? It was recommended by person working. Although I'm not writing it off entirely, I may have better luck with the other flavors (cookie dough, peanut butter, snickerdoodle, and red velvet). It didn't take long before my toast was ready and I was on my way. I managed to sneak a few bites in before I made it home and they more than exceeded my expectations. For the record, any place that uses Union Loafers bread can do no wrong in my book. The toast was quite savory and I def enjoyed it more with each bite. Fyi, they lay the pb on pretty thick, so make sure you chew thoroughly! All in all, a solid protein packed meal all around. I hate that I got full after one piece, so let's hope I can finish the other piece later!

I have wanted to try Neon Banana for awhile after I tried some of their juice shots at a…read morepromotional event. I finally made it there today! After you deal with the parking, which can be a bit inconvenient as it's in a crowded intersection and parking lot - though I noticed neon banana has a few dedicated parking spots for 5 minute parking which helps! - you find the cute little locally-owned shop amongst the strip mall. What I first noticed & loved was the vibe and concept of the shop! The literal bananas around are fun & def has a mildly-funky-but-still-upscale vibe. I knew to expect juices and smoothies but was pleasantly surprised to find a few other food items like bread, broth, protein balls, overnight oats, and more. I tend to be basic with my tastes so I was hesitant to try some of their smoothies with elaborate ingredients. I chatted with the friendly cashier/smoothie extraordinaire & I said I was leaning towards the regular strawberry but wanted to try something a little out of my comfort zone, but not too far out. She recommended the neon banana (COCONUT WATER, ORANGE JUICE, BANANA, PINEAPPLE, MANGO, BLUE MAJIK (BLUE SPIRULINA/COCONUT WATER). I'm so glad I tried - it's delicious! They're also willing to customize. When I mentioned I don't love coconut, she said she could take out the coconut water. The blue spirulina wasn't my fave but the flavor & the rest of the smoothie was amaze, would def get again. The cons: It is pricey, this particular 16oz smoothie being $10.95. Also, the hours are somewhat limited, closing most days at 4:30. However - I don't know of too many locally owned smoothie cafes so I think the juice is worth the squeeze on this one ;) I could see myself coming back for a late morning or early afternoon snack, for sure getting the neon banana again or trying some of the other flavors. I'd probably avoid busy times of day like lunch or commute times. It would probably be a once in awhile splurge place, but would love to make it back again!

My 12 year old insisted on a five because: 1. The server…read more(Jen) was great 2. The food was good. We liked the French toast a lot . 3. The names and menu were really fun. We would definitely come back.

The Shack is breakfast with a little personality…read more Ordered the Notorious BNG -- biscuits & gravy, two eggs, bacon and hash browns for $12.99. Good portion, everything came out hot & for the price you're definitely not leaving hungry. Service was quick and efficient, which I appreciate at a busy breakfast spot. Added bonus? You can literally draw on the walls. Yes, the walls. If you've never been, markers are part of the experience and honestly make the place that much more fun. Solid meal for a fair price, quick service, + sanctioned wall graffiti?! It's a yes for me

I stopped at 7 Brew off Olive around lunchtime today. That's not my usual time to go, but it's…read moreFriday and I definitely needed a little pick-me-up! I was planning to get my regular chai, but when I pulled up, I was shocked to find out they were completely out of chai. Apparently, I'm not the only person who loves it! The employee looked back at what I had ordered previously and helped me come up with a coffee option that wouldn't be too coffee-heavy since I'm not a huge coffee drinker. We decided on a Blondie with all the same syrups I normally get in my chai and made it extra sweet. It actually turned out pretty delicious! I could still taste a little of the coffee, but considering my beloved chai was unavailable, it was a really good replacement. Since I was there around lunchtime, I also needed something to eat, so of course I got one of my absolute favorites--the chocolate chip muffin top! I can never pass those up. I know people constantly complain about the lines at 7 Brew and how long they take, so today I decided to actually time it because I've always felt like the line moves pretty quickly. From the time I got in line until they handed me my drink, it was exactly 10 minutes. Honestly, I don't think that's bad at all! You can easily wait that long for a fast-food meal, and at least I know I'm getting a freshly made drink. I've always thought working at 7 Brew seems like such a fun job for a teenager. The location didn't have any music playing today, which I noticed because the atmosphere is usually pretty energetic, but it still had all the bright, colorful signs that make 7 Brew feel so fun and different from other drive-thru coffee places. Even though they were out of chai, the employee was helpful, I found a pretty great replacement, and I got my muffin top. Overall, still a successful Friday pick-me-up!

I've tried a few hot drink now from 7 Brew and I'm still not sure I am a huge fan (I am a Starbucks…read moreGirlie). Hopped off the highway for something hot with caffeine. The cup always seems lighter than expected. Maybe they use more foam than liquid? Accessiblity: Unfortunately this locations is not easily accessible. Hopefully once all the construction working is over you can enter off Olivette rather than driving through the shopping plaza to access drive thru. Service: Service at this location was also rather slow compared to the others. I had to wave to a worker to get my order because only one person was outside taking orders from one lane. A few cars came & place order after me and got through. The guy who ended up taking my order seemed as though he was having a day... Recommendation: Think I'll keep trying different flavors until I find "the one." Think I'll give their cold drink a try (not this location though).

Friendly service…read more Tasty smoothies - both kids enjoyed theirs during the wait and through take-off. This was a great way to start the morning of our family vacation. Thank you, Jamba Juice crew!

Although I appreciate that there is a Jamba Juice in the St. Louis airport, I was not impressed…read morewith this one. This place was not fully stocked. They ran out of peanut butter, and also chocolate, so the only thing I could order were fruit smoothies. It was in a middle of the day too, and they were out of other flavors. Unlike other Jamba Juice businesses, this location does not sell any of the tasty bites such as artisan flatbreads, breakfast wraps or toasted bistro sandwiches. Needless to say, I was not amused.

Okay, Berry Box understood the assignment! This bowl was SO good. The fruit was fresh, the…read moretoppings were delicious, and everything just worked together perfectly. I loved the combination of the sweet fruit, crunchy pecans, and coconut on top. Not only was it pretty to look at, but it actually tasted as good as it looked, which isn't always the case! I was sitting there enjoying every bite, already knowing this wouldn't be my last time getting one. The only problem was that it eventually came to an end. Welp, I'll be back soon!

I want to give a HUGE s/o to the CLAYTON Berrybox. A specific thank you to Ashlyn(spell check the…read morename) and the morning crew on 4/22. I am currently on crutches and can't move the fastest. I called and asked if curbside delivery was an option. Ashlyn said no, but then replied "how far are you and I'll run it out." That's the definition of customizing customer service for each customer. Thank you Berrybox this has truly made my morning! And of course the açaí bowl was on point and fresh PER USUAL!!

One of the few reasonably-priced options in the area that's open on Sunday! Staff is friendly &…read moreefficient. Food is fresh and made to order and took just a couple minutes. I appreciate having the calorie content on the easy-to read wall menu. The "flatbreads" on the menu are actually folded in a soft, grilled bread resembling naan or pita. My chipotle flatbread was generously stuffed with chicken, bacon, tomato and tangy sauce. Not much heat at all. Blueberry bliss smoothie is light and fruity. Both were super tasty. There's cozy seating inside and out, but no shade on the metal chairs outdoors (ouch.) Metered street parking, and easy walking distance from the Ritz-Carlton. Room for improvement: 1. there are two single-occupancy bathrooms, marked MEN and WOMEN. There's no need for these to be gendered. 2. no recycling available, and drinks are in foam cups (which I can't recycle at home either).

I stopped in here with a friend on a hot summer day. The cafe was nice and clean and very cool…read moreafter being outside for an hour or so. Since this was my second time at this chain (different location) I had to review the updated menu. We settled on Mango Magic and Blueberry Bliss. It was a bit icy more than smoothie in some parts of my smoothie but it still got consumed, nonetheless.

If you're looking for something healthy with a bit of a twist....ice creme, this is the place!…read moreI know, healthy and ice creme, how? You can customized your very own bowl. This is not your everyday granola, Pevely's type of place. I'd invite you to try it out, as there a soooo many options for all!! I'm very certain you will not be disappointed.

Fresh ingredients, healthy and delicious. I stopped by since i was in the area and heading to the…read moreoffice. This place has been on my list to try. Upon entering, i was greeted by the woman who was working at the time. She was friendly and helpful. She asked if i was ready to order and i informed her it was my first time there. She told me what's the favorite order from customers, and showed me a list that detailed every ingredient. I ordered a regular sized mango Majic. It was made with mango, blue majic,granola,kiwi,strawberries, pineapple and coconut. It was fresh, creamy, and sooooo refreshing. I will definitely be back again.