What a super awesome açaí spot right in Moorehead city! I love how bright, spacious and vibrant the…read morewhole place is. I ordered the coconut bowl chock full of strawberries, blueberries honey and Nutella. The photos don't do it justice, the large was rather huge. I really loved all the games they had too, like their giant connect four and mancala. I haven't played that game in forever and it was such a throwback to my childhood. Oh and if you want to rent bikes, they have bikes for rent directly in front of the store!

I love this place even at the old location! Everyone is really nice! I miss when they had warm…read morefruit compote(bring it back!!) But I still love it. The açai base is amazing. I will normally get the açai base with strawberry or birthday cake granola with Nutella and either banana and strawberry for the fruit or double strawberry. Sooo yum! I like this place a lot. I hope it stays open and the new decor is really cute.

Been there, done that, but wait! There's more to this place than when I initially reviewed them…read more Attention Mr. and Mrs. America and all ships at sea; news flash! As North Carolina individually awakens s-l-o-w-l-y from the COVID nonsense initiated by our beloved King, excuse me, I meant Governor Cooper, Leslie seemed its time to have a Grand Re-Opening after getting the furniture and other adornments for the store. As the images were taken today demonstrate, all care has been done to ensure that the current requirements for the safety of the customer and staff have been done, including separating the small tables from each other and allowing no more than 15 people in the store at any one time. Now, the inside remains warm and friendly with the aforementioned (see my previous review) art displayed prominently above the servers. Leslie has gathered a great team that brings the sunshine inside, no matter the weather outside. They are very friendly and helpful in answering any questions; it's like coming home after a long trip. It was a long drive from our home outside Wilmington, but oh, it was so worth it! I had a Pineapple Upside Down smoothie, and it put me right side up with the combination of flavor and texture. All that was missing (perhaps) was a wee dram of rum for that sailor-loving kick, but as they do not have a license to dispense such, I had to go without. Honestly, it was not all that great a burden to bear as the smoothie was delicious. Alas, it did not last long enough, but it did leave me with fond memories of our all-too-short relationship. Maybe I can get a double next time? Wonderful folk serving a beautiful product with an incredible variety that is sure to please any taste; this is the place to be if you live or are planning a visit to the Morehead City area.

This is our go to place for nutrition teas. The ladies are always friendly and come up with some…read moregreat flavors.

This place is super vibey, I came here with my teen cousin and she seemed to fit right in with all…read morethe employees. We came back multiple times on our vacation! Wow their coffee is strong! I expected it to be super sweet but it was surprisingly espresso forward, by far the best coffee on the isle. Bowls were quite tasty, if expensive for the size. They had a lot more variety than you'd usually find. I'd recommend trying the coconut base or blue wave base instead of açaí. It was quite busy and they do take a bit of time to get made, so keep that in mind if ordering several. Fun interior with lots of fun places to sit and chill.

I've had acai bowls in Brazil, Australia, and all over the U.S. I ordered the Sol Bowl (acai…read moretopped with granola, almond butter, blueberries, bananas, and strawberries). Delish. The almond butter was the best part -- haven't seen that on my acai bowl before -- I'll definitely be adding that to my acai when I have some at home. The decor in here is really cute, and they have lots of seating which makes the place incredibly inviting. I love this place!

we were visiting the beach april 26th and saw that this juice bar was open until 3:30. We stopped…read morein at 3:05 to be told that they don't serve juice the last part of the day so that they can have time to clean the juicer. I would really think a business would then close half an hour earlier then, especially when you advertise yourself as a juice bar. I love fresh pressed juice and I was feeling under the weather so I was really looking forward to it. Maybe they should fix their hours to when they stop using the juicer.

Some of the best smoothies we've ever had! Also the employees were so kind and helpful. It really…read moreis the cutest little smoothie stand right by the beach. Prices weren't bad either, especially for the amazing quality and taste!!!

I loved the açaí bowls here! You have the option to build your own bowl, or choose from…read morefan-favorite presets. There's a variety of interesting and unique flavors, such as mango, pitaya, coconut, and cacao. They have plenty of gluten/dairy free options as well. They also have a variety of toppings, such as fresh fruit, granola, and other dry toppings. Service is amazingly friendly, and the small shop by the coast makes for a relaxing place to enjoy a cold bite. A true Surf City gem!

They have some super yummy bowls at this place. My family has been here a few times now & coming…read moreback to the area this was a top requested place to visit. We just enjoyed some really tasty Rainbow Reef bowls. The service is top notch, everyone has always been super nice & kind. This shop has total beach vibes!!

The good: the kale Caesar salad is the best salad I have ever had anywhere. The combination of the…read moredressing with the crunchy chick peas is to die for. The whole restaurant is super cute, albeit it does get really hot inside with only fans when there are lots of people inside. The tables are clean and the staff is friendly. The avocado toast has awesome goat cheese and the bacon you can add on is wonderful. The bad: Honestly extremely disappointed today. This is my third time here and I've been recommending them to all of my friends and family. We came in at 2 pm when they close at 4, drove 30 minutes for lunch, for the "kitchen to be closed". No where on their website or anywhere else do they advertise that they may close the kitchen early and I asked when it typically closes and they said they can just decide to close it when they feel like it, so they're only serving coffee and smoothies. We opted for smoothie bowls and they were completely liquid, we had to drink them and not eat them with spoons. There was also chunks of frozen fruit that didn't get blended and there was no spirulina and zero coconut flavor. Not sure who was working today but it was honestly such a bad experience that I don't think I'll be back or be recommending them to people anymore. $13 for basically a banana and handful of blueberries with melted juice and frozen pineapple chunks is highway robbery. Added two stars for the two prior experiences, I guess.

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Fresh Blends is my new breakfast/lumch/snack staple spot in jacksonville. Amazing fresh juices and…read moreacai bowls made right on the spot with fresh fruit. The cold pressed ginger shots are so fresh and delicious too, they give me the perfect energy boost. Everything is healthy, organic, and super fresh. The workers are so nice and welcoming, and the whole place is very clean and friendly. Definitely one of the best fresh food and acai spots around. I love their acai bowls, chicken bacon wraps and fresh ginger shots! I've also tried the fresh squeezed juices and they're amazing. I can't get enough of this place! I highly recommend taking a tub of their peanut butter home, it's delicious and you won't regret it!

We came here for lunch so we could have some healthy options while visiting for out of town. I…read moretried a small fruity açaí bowl & the buffalo chicken wrap. Both were really good. Everything came out quickly. My husband got an oatmeal protein bowl and a wrap as well. It was $57 for both of us. The store was very clean and smelled great when we walked in. The staff was also very friendly. I would definitely come back here.

Wonderful surprise! Came here a few years ago and was not happy with food or service. Thought I…read morewould give it another try and am glad I did. Ambiance bright and tidy. Staff very welcoming. What blew my mind was quality and flavor of foods. Spinach and bacon was crisp, salsa fresh, avocados buttery and obviously not pre frozen. French toast hot and crunchy with vanilla flavor evident in the batter. All around a great visit and definitely coming back for more. Only caveat was a long wait time for meal but it was well worth the wait!

This place was ok. They're trying to be everything to all people- with healthy options and more…read moreregular stuff. I found the smoothie to be really sweet- and I tried to pick one that wouldn't be a sugar bomb (pretty sure the peanut butter used was Jiff, which would explain it). The avocado toast was a little sad (a little smear of guacamole instead of a nice fresh avocado, but oh well). The egg on top was fine. The omelette my dining partner got was mid. Service was friendly, though she seemed a little stressed considering the place was so empty. The menu was really big. I feel like they should cut the menu down and focus on doing a few healthy things really well. Ambiance was cute, clean, can't complain.

4.5 Overall - A real beach-feel taco shack, less than a block from the ocean. Outdoor seating (no…read moreindoors) and weathered wood lends authenticity to the Surf City vibe, but then one also needs to contend with the birds and heat (minus the ocean breeze). We drove here with friends from Jacksonville (NC) and experienced the food and service and, afterwards said we'd definitely return here. Why? Tacos. We ordered four - Tuna, Shrimp, Chicken, and Veggie- all on a soft corn tortilla. Each one packed a mouthful of flavor combinations that were distinct and memorable. My blackened and seared tuna took a different turn with the bacon, yet it melded well with the cabbage and the spicy mayo. My favorite - the blackened and grilled Shrimp taco - included Asian slaw and sweet chili sauce that complimented the char. Our friends ordered the seafood nachos which frankly looked liked the shrimp and other seafood were overwhelming the chips! If I had been hungrier, I would have ordered this monster! Soft drinks (Coke products), adult beverages, and "Sweet Treats" are also available. The bathrooms are inside the surf shop. Paid parking is right next to the store. (If a song could be adapted for this review, it would start, "Shaka, Shaka, Shaka, Shaka Tacos)

Maybe it was all the talk about how good it was but we were let down :(…read more I always say sometimes expectation is the thief of joy. That was the case at Shaka Taco. No issue with the wait and the servers and staff were working hard and kind. That said, the prices were high for what you got and not having cups for water increased the dissatisfaction. We did enjoy the chips and the red salsa was good however our meals outside that were fairly flavorless. Pretty sure the only thing that was raved about was the Sangria Slush. I'm a fan of doing something and doing it well but not so sure outside the slush or the shrimp taco what the signature dish is here but it wasn't the specials, the seafood nachos, the beef, ahi tuna tacos.

I was here on a very busy Saturday to meet up with my Jeep club. I had a Chris Poppin's Lotus…read moreEnergy drink & half an order of Sweet Berry Kiss with a side of potatoes. The potatoes were the only thing that was a miss & that's because they're typically used for burritos. The staff handled the crowd of folks very well and it didn't seem as if folks had to wait too long for their orders. The only thing I see could be improved are more inside tables & chairs. Maybe it's a HD stipulation for free floor space, I don't know. All in all, I'd go back. Oh, mad props for featuring adaptable pets. That ROCKS!! #Adoptdontshop

There isn't anything to not like about this place! So many different seating options, including the…read moreoutdoor patio nicely tucked away in the back with really decent shade for those warm summer days. I've had everything from their breakfast sandwiches to waffles and even their açaí bowls and coffee. All the sweet people behind the counter have always been patient, attentive and kind. Blend is a whole vibe, and I love being here for a change of scenery so I can open my MacBook and get things done, or just bringing my kiddo to play while I enjoy my iced lattes.