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Mamaka Bowls

4.4 (158 reviews)
ModerateAcai Bowls
Closed • 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

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Char I.

I came here on a recommendation from a friend. It is a small shop that takes togo orders and it appears to be a really big kitchen. There is some outdoor seating and 4 parks in the back of the building. The offer a variety of bowls and smoothies. I ordered the acai bowl and I didnt love it. I think I need more toppings perhaps who knows. I didn't live the consistency and I found their granola to be interesting. Kind of like frosted flakes. I do plan to explore the menu more due to my friends advocacy for this place. The fruit did taste fresh.

Diem A.

Mamaka Bowls in the Heights is a charming little spot. The space itself is small and quaint, with no indoor seating, but there are a few tables out front that make for a pleasant place to sit when the weather's nice. Parking can be a bit tricky. The tiny lot behind the house-like building is easy to miss, and the driveway isn't very visible, so keep an eye out as you approach. The menu centers around smoothie bowls, which are fresh and flavorful. They also have tater tot breakfast tacos and some clothing swag. I had the mamaka bowl and added peanut butter. It was very light and refreshing. Service was friendly and relatively quick. Would definitely come back to try more menu items.

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Amanda S.

Arrived about half hour before close and so did the rest of the Heights it seemed! Busy place when I arrived, and there was a bit of a wait with my order but I was satisfied with it so maybe it just added to the appetite. I ordered the small MAC bowl which has a blend of strawberries, pineapple, mango, and orange and was topped with fresh strawberries, pineapple, and granola. It was actually pretty filling so I'm glad I opted for the small. Price wise, it felt standard at about 11 bucks a pop. I think smoothies were 8? They have a variety of blends available and everything looked delightfully fresh so I will make my way back at some point to try something new. :) There was plenty of outdoor seating available, the inside is just dedicated for ordering and picking up. They have free water outside, as well. Menus were a bit scattered but they are also available online on their website so perhaps check ahead of time. Parking wise: I snagged a spot in the lot next to the coffee place next door but they do have signage about towing so make your decisions to park wisely hehehe They do have a veryyy small lot behind the shop, the entrance being this small alleyway which could be easily missed, but I suppose you could just park in the lot directly in front of the place and walk over. It's Houston so I'm sure you already know about the drama of parking. Overall, yummy stop for a fresh smoothie bowl, will have to come back and try one of their "not so fruity" blends :)

maui sunrise bowl regular size
Emily N.

Decided to step out of my comfort zone a bit and try a açaí bowl with a flare! This cute place is hidden on yale street with street parking readily available. Initial vibes are very tropical oasis and the crowd was very diverse. I ordered a Larry bowl which honestly was spectacular! The small was plenty to fill me up it had mangos, limes, coconut water, cucumber, tajin, granola and chamoy inside! My bestie got a maui sunrise that tasted like a hawaiian retreat. I will be going back sooner than later to explore their coffee drinks and less fruity bowls. The staff here are super knowledgeable and patient with any dietary restrictions. Saw lots of fresh fruit being used in industrial blenders so it was rather loud but they have a nice outdoor seating arrangement perfect to sit near order bar.

Mamaka Bowl
Gina C.

Lovely experience at Mamaka, as always! I love the walk-up vibe right off the little shopping block with the walking trail, Local Foods, Postino's, Lululemon, and other boutiques. The atmosphere is fun and bustling, with loud blenders and quick service inside, plus some cute tables outside. Everyone here is very friendly! I used to visit the original location back in college in Fayetteville, and it's so exciting to see this neighborhood staple doing so well in the Heights.

Pipeline and Peach Bowls
Sophie T.

My friend works at the College Station location, so I was surprised when my sister told me they actually had a location in Houston. She had been there several times before and took me one morning before we went rock climbing. It ended up being the perfect breakfast before a full day of activity because it was light, refreshing, and still filling. I honestly enjoyed it so much that I went back again later that same week. The first time I visited, I ordered the monthly special for May, which was the Peach Bowl. Even though I do not think the peach flavor was strong enough for it to really feel like a peach bowl, it still tasted amazing and was easily my favorite of the two bowls I tried. The texture was super thick and comforting, and all of the flavors worked really well together. The second time, I ordered the Mamaka Bowl. Compared to the Peach Bowl, it was noticeably more watery and less flavorful overall. While I did not enjoy it quite as much, the toppings on both bowls were still excellent. Their homemade granola was seriously delicious, and all of the fruit tasted incredibly fresh. Overall, I can definitely see why this place is so popular. The ingredients tasted fresh and high quality, the bowls were refreshing without feeling too heavy, and the atmosphere made it a great spot for a quick breakfast or snack. I'll definitely be coming back, especially if they bring back the Peach Bowl.

Mamaka (left) & Mac (right)
Kaitlyn P.

Parking here is very limited and can be very difficult. However, I always forget the about the crazy parking once I indulge in an açaí bowl! The mamaka is my favorite; super refreshing!

Espresso bowl
Brooke A.

Such a good find! Tried the espresso bowl and banana latte both were such a sweet treat but really tasty. The girl at the counter was so sweet. Excited to come back on a nicer day to try something else and enjoy the outdoor patio.

Christina Q.

Mamaka bowl always hits the spot for something light, healthy, and filling! Great lively vibes and service as usual. Love the cute little patio outside and dog friendly.

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Victoria N.

This shop is so cute! It reminds me of a coastal shop with cute decor. Staff was helpful and fast. There is specific lot parking for Mamaka as well as a parking lot across for all surrounding shops. I ordered the Mac, which was perfect after my run in the heat. Loved how refreshing and tropical the flavors were. I ordered the small size and it was plenty.

Hangover cure
Cassie C.

It says at the bottom of their menu that it's not sweetened and all bowls and smoothies and blended fresh to order and I really appreciate this. I substituted orange juice for coconut water for my Mac smoothie and it wasn't sweet - which is good! It's not artificial tasting and you are truly getting what you ask for - it's so hard to find places that don't add a bunch of sugar to things. Service was super quick even though it was busy. It's a small place so seating is outdoors on a nice patio. We walked so we did not have to park but I did not really see parking. I also appreciate the pricing. The smoothie I got in the picture was about $7. I feel like these bowls and smoothies are so expensive these days so I was very surprised and happy with the price!

Ingrid H.

Recommend the babe and the bro. I really enjoyed every single bite of it. They make it pretty fast too, so the wait wasn't horrible. I like this place a lot and it's becoming my go to houston açaí bowl place! I also got the seasonal matcha one another time but it wasn't good. Kinda weird and bitter and tasted like seaweed

The Arnold
Chris P.

This is one of the spots I am absolutely obsessed with. While this isn't a local home grown joint, it is one of those that just has everything I'm about. Friendly folks, fresh fruit, and quick service! If you're looking for a variety of bowls, particularly if you're wanting to have some Açaí in the base, this spot needs to be in your rotation. It would be embarrassing to admit how often I grab a bowl from here, particularly when it's warm out and you're looking for that refreshing yet fulfilling meal. Food - 5* I've had almost the entire menu at this point, much of which I'll order to go, but my personal favorites are the namesake Mamaka, the Bro, the Bean, and the Pipeline. Service - 4* My orders are always ready when they say they will be and when ordering in person to relax they are quick unless they're absolutely slammed with people, which definitely tends to be the case on weekends. They do offer a rewards program via a punch card, but they've been out of them at times and promise they'll stamp your card next time. I'd recommend they switch to an electronic system possibly? Cost - 5* Great value. The bowls are nicely sized and you can make this a meal replacement. Overall - 5* I've tried multiple places for smoothies and bowls and while there are definitely other joints that are great, this is my go to. I highly recommend the Mamaka bowl!

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We love our tasty treats! Come here often. Parking in back small but a larger parking lot shared with another business just seconds away.

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“I ordered the pumpkin bowl and my husband got the tropical bowl and let me tell you these were the best smoothie bowls I have tried.”

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