HOLMDEL: eating healthy somehow tastes like a treat here. Playa Bowls has Jersey Shore roots but has grown into a nationwide favorite and it is easy to see why. We stopped by the Playa Bowls location thanks to a Yelp New Jersey Elite Squad New Jersey event and got to try a complimentary bowl. The menu is impressively expansive and while they are known for their classic acai and pitaya (dragon fruit) bases, they have branched out with options like mango, banana, coconut, and green blends, so there is truly something for every craving. Each bowl is loaded with fresh fruit and finished with many toppings. The Mango Power Bowl is a standout with mango vanilla protein, granola, banana, and peanut butter. It leans dessert, but fuels like a meal. Sweet, satisfying, and seriously filling. Inside, the tropical vibe makes it easy to kick back and stay awhile. Outside, leashed and friendly dogs are welcome at the picnic tables, making it a great stop for you and your pup. As always, check with your local Playa Bowls for their specific outdoor dog friendly setup. read more

Playa Bowls - Salad Near Me - Holmdel, New Jersey

I was lucky enough to visit this Playa Bowls location for a yelp elite event. As a lover of all things açaí and fruit, I was very excited. The workers greeted me right away and I could tell the location was very clean and the product was going to be super fresh. I wound up getting the Tropical Açaí bowl and it was delicious and filled to the brim. Keep up the great work! read more

Playa Bowls - Salad Near Me - Holmdel, New Jersey

Delicious, fresh, and super friendly service. A bit pricy for what you get. Easy parking. read more

Playa Bowls - The Nutella bowl but substituted peanut butter - Salad Near Me - Holmdel, New Jersey

Clean and spacious. Ample parking space. Koalacare at restroom. Ample spacing between tables. High chair seen. See images for reference. Al fresco dining during summer available. read more

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I've visited this Playa Bowls location at least twice this year. Each time I went, it was a fairly good experience. During one visit, I got a smoothie along with some juices. On another occasion, I got my favorite Electric Mermaid bowl. My only complaint is that the pitaya base in my bowl was a bit chunky/icy and not smooth like I'm accustomed to. Nevertheless, I enjoy the fresh toppings on the bowl. The shop itself is usually clean and it has a good amount of space. There are several tables there to sit and enjoy your bowls or smoothies. I have no complaints about service. Each experience has been pretty solid. read more

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Do you ever taste something and wonder how you ever lived without it? That's exactly how I feel about Playa Bowl it's so delectable. I don't like chocolate so finding a snack to satisfy my tastebuds isn't easy but Playa has so many options and is so amazing in flavor. The menu is huge and you can easily order the items on the menu as is or feel free to remove items on any bowl and just as substitute with many other items. It's a really popular spot so you might want to order online and don't fret if your bowl is ready before you arrive the staff will always place it inside the mini refrigerator. The staff handles the droves of customers with ease and work well together juggling online orders and in person patrons. The store has a very nautical feel to it you have the feeling of being at a dock or the beach. They also sell t-shirts, sweatshirts, tanks, tumblers for beverages, baseball caps, and joggers just to name a few all with the company logo. If you don't want a bowl feel free to order a fruit blended drink.....the best treat to indulge in can be found at Playa Bowl. read more

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I love Playa Bowls, and this location especially! I love many of their bowls, but my favorites/go-tos are the nutelloco and 8th Ave. You can't go wrong with any of the options, but the coconut and açaí based are delicious. I ordered the 8th Ave a few days ago, and it was made perfectly! The service at this location is always great, and everyone is always very friendly! The interior decor is cute and very much fits the beach vibe, from the murals to the ceiling. They sell limited amounts of merch too, with cute shirts, hats, and other items that change seasonally. The bowls can be pricey, but for the price are a good size and are very filling. This is a great stop for lunch to have a great healthy option, or for dessert since they're open later in the day. For dessert, it's a great dairy-free option as opposed to going to an ice cream shop. This is definitely the best açaí shop around! read more

Playa Bowls - 8th Ave - Salad Near Me - Holmdel, New Jersey

Lost a star due to the smell in the location like old milk. Maybe expected for a juice bar. Location had lots of space to eat. My playa bowl was nostalgic to what I remember 5 years ago when I first had at the New Brunswick location. Super feeling so bring your appetite and refreshing. Staff was nice and let you take your time to order from the now very extensive menu. Did you know you can get bowls half/half? read more

My daughter and I went here this week. I love this establishment. The service was patient, friendly and kind. The food was fresh and good. I love the tropical feel and it always seems clean. The one down side is they do not offer a military discount. Frutta bowl does. Just sayin. read more

Playa Bowls - My daughter enjoying her playa bowl. Nica. - Salad Near Me - Holmdel, New Jersey

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The staff is very nice, and the fruit is so fresh and refreshing! I always know i'm getting the best quality!

This is my FAV Playa Bowls. I've been eating/ordering here since they've opened and I've never once had an issue. The bases and fruits have ALWAYS been fresh and they surprisingly haven't ever messed up my order. If I preorder, it's always been ready on time. If I go in to order, they're always quick. And when I get delivery, I never have any quality issues. The decor here is super cute and gives off all the island/beachy vibes. This location is bigger than most I've ever been to and always impeccably clean. Great food and great service. read more

Great product. Very delicious. So far I've enjoyed every bowl I've gotten but there seems to be a reoccurring issue. No sense of order. I understand it's a fresh made but there is no reason why someone who order was taken 3 people after me got their order first. Some people don't mind waiting but make the bowls in the order they were taken and not because they know your sister or brother or non denominational person that's 3rd in line. The decor is beach themed which makes enjoying your playa bowl enjoyable read more

I really want to give this place chances bc I love the flavors of things but I'm sick and tired of my food being bad. Missing items, bananas completely rotten, now this time my strawberries are complete mush and not fresh at all. Not to mention the acai is completely warm and soupy. They should have been thrown away days ago! I emailed the company and they said they would look into things but never get back to you. Clearly quality is lacking!! So done with this place!! read more

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Came here right after church. The cashier was very nice however when my bowl was ready I asked a simple question and felt attitude towards me. Then the girl walked away once I realized that I was missing something and the other girl just placed it in front of me very aggressively. I don't think they are very welcoming to minorities which is unfortunate because l love playa bowls so upsetting I had this interaction. read more

So I had ordered through DoorDash in December so way over a month ago and my order was all wrong. I had called the store that night I ordered they told me I had to reach out to DoorDash directly to get my money back DoorDash wouldn't do anything for me they told me I had to go through the store so I reached back out to them and they gave me their managers info, well let me tell you what a doll and so nice to work with she was extremely nice and even helped try to get DoorDash to refund me the money. They wouldn't do anything for me so Olivia reached back out to me and told me because of all of this trouble I was going threw and knew that it was their fault she has refunded me the money and was extremely sweet. Truly amazing customer service and because of that they will always have my business. Thank you again Olivia you're awesome!! read more

Omg! So amazing! I always wondered what the dang hype was about! So fresh and delicious! Superb combinations ! So healthy! You leave feeling refreshed and satisfied! read more

The pitaya bowl and Açai smoothie were delicious. Great staff and fun/Cali-like atmosphere! read more

Playa Bowls - Pitaya Bowl and Açai Smoothie - Salad Near Me - Holmdel, New Jersey

Nutella bowl and nutaya bowls are the best! Fast and friendly service, and prices are set right. Great music, too!

Awful service, awful experience. Order was not even started when I arrived. Why charge a delivery fee? You use private contractors without providing the "delivery fee" on your receipt to the contractor. Clearly these orders are easier than a walk in order. read more

I NEVER write reviews but I had to in this case. I have been going to Playa bowl in Holmdel less than a year and EVERY TIME I have gone in there the staff is exceptional. I donl't know how you are finding young adults who are ALL so pleasant and patient. This week alone I was there Monday and again Wednesday and your staff is what keeps me driving To Holmdel for my bowls. Don't get me wrong your bowls are to die for but this week I had the pleasure of being waited on by Giuliano C, Liv C, Emily R and Riley M. Obviously the staff works well together but its more than that. Anyway I hope the owners realize how extremely lucky they are to have such a staff because no matter how good your product is if your staff is awful so will your business! Hats off to the Holmdel Plays Bowl staff and thanks for taking care of my crazy request of " every fruit you have" bowl. I will be there many times this summer. Sincerely, Barbara R read more

Too pretty not to post!! Girls are always welcoming with a smile on their faces, place has great vibes, and delicious bowls to top it off!! read more

Playa Bowls - Blue Crush bowl - Salad Near Me - Holmdel, New Jersey

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Nice staff and place was very clean the fruit taste very fresh and the dragon fruit was very good read more

Playa Bowls - Salad Near Me - Holmdel, New Jersey

Ordered online an hour ahead of time and my order wasn't ready when I got there Playa stop playin with my time, I'm on the clock bruh and on top of that they put coconut flakes when I asked for them not to put any they better stop testing me read more

I always get the banana, pb, protein powder oatmeal. Its always good. I also love the layout and atmosphere of this playa bowls. It's so relaxing and nice place to chill with friends. read more

this playa bowls is the best one i've gone to. i drive 20 minutes out of my way specifically to go to this location. the food is always fresh, and they give you all the extras you need for your order. well done!! read more

I frequently eat here and I've never had an issue with an online order being ready on time. The bowls are delicious, the fruit is always fresh and I think the portion sizes are quite fair for the price! I would absolutely recommend checking them out! read more

Cleanest place I've seen for a smoothie or bowl. 4 people scrubbing the place down while my shake was being made.

The newest store in the Playa Bowls line and it will not disappoint. This is one of the biggest Playa Bowls I have been to and from the moment you walk in it is very inviting. The decor is very vibrant and welcoming . It has plenty of indoor seating ( outdoor only right now due to the pandemic) It is a relaxing place where you could sit for hours lost in your thoughts. Next the staff is very welcoming they are pleasant and attentive and read your order back to you to ensure they have it right! ( A + in my book) The owner is engaged with his staff and customers ensuring their order is correct and if they need anything! The quality of the products is key all the fruits are fresh and of top quality and the bases are cold and refreshing. Have never been disappointed on anything I ordered! read more