Super nice employee who helped us pick out Valerie acai bowls to order. They ran out of hemp seeds so she offered to sub chia seeds or coconut shards. The açaí bowls are $13 each but were quite filling - the nut butter, subbed gluten free granola, and cacao nibs were delicious. The space is kept clean and we sat outside on barstools. They have stamp cards for smoothies and the açaí bowls which is another nice perk. read more

RIDE Bar - Valerie açaí bowls - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Oakland, California

The best acai bowl in the Bay, hands down Fresh, organic. Homemade nut butters. I always get an extra scoop. They do not skimp with toppings. Other places I've been to offer strawberries and granola, that's it. Ride bar is not a smoothie bowl, they serve true acai bowls. Also love their espresso drinks. Their iced latte is divine. Friendly and helpful staff, cute space overall. Easy to order. Smoothies are also really good. Wish they were open on Tuesdays! read more

I came here on a Saturday around noon time and was able to find parking in the front and no line. I also got a couple smoothies that had bananas in it and both tasted a bit sour. I think it was because the bananas were not ripe but the smoothie was ok but had better. read more

I love acai bowls. This place has a good bowl. I got the "Keep it tight" and it was fantastic. Fruit was fresh and ripe. The big thing for me was definitely the base. The acai base had a lot to it and tasted so good. Both gals up front were friendly and had great attitudes. Seemed like they enjoyed their work. I will definitely be back. read more

On the quietest stretch of Piedmont Avenue is this compact spot that serves healthy bowls and smoothies. It's a woman-owned business, so it already gets props for that broken glass ceiling. The name comes from the cycling classes they hold in the adjoining facility. It also explains why their customers look so healthy. I'd like to come back for an açaí bowl, but I feel like I should do a few laps through Mountain View Cemetery to justify the calories. In the meantime, I had a fine $2.50 cup of their House Coffee (photo: https://bit.ly/3DefMkv). It's from Highwire, so they certainly know their beans. Besides, it's a lot easier to park over here. COFFEE - 4 stars...Highwire...enough said AMBIANCE - 4 stars...low key space SERVICE - 4 stars...cordial TOTAL - 4 stars...support women and eat healthy RELATED - Exploring Piedmont Avenue? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: http://bit.ly/2I0RAHj read more

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This was probably the best avocado toast I she ever had in my life. Came here post hike and it will be my new go to spot. The flavors from the pickled onions worked so well on the warm sourdough and the avocado was perfect! The space is small but it does have some wall sweating! The staff was also kind and willing to help with any questions on the menu! read more

RIDE Bar - Avocado Toast and Keep It Tight Acai Bowl - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Oakland, California

Showed up well before closing time (2pm on Saturday) and the barista had her back turned to me while making orders for 2 other customers. When she saw me she said they were closing up and turned me away. It's not like I literally walked in at 1:59 pm, plus the doors to the business were open. I was looking forward to trying a smoothie, but will take my business elsewhere read more

Ride bar is great!! The Keep It Tight bowl is pure post-ride perfection - fresh, flavorful, and just the right crunch. Marisol and Jada are the absolute best baristas - friendly, fast, and always on point! read more

Normally when I have come here, I have been satisfied but yesterday was disappointing. I ordered two açaí bowls and after waiting a long time for my order, there was barely any açaí in my bowls. I felt like it was a waste of money and it fact it was. $29 for hardly no açaí. I think I'll just make mine at home. Bummer. read more

Ride Bar is the in house smoothie and coffee bar that accompanies the Ride cyclying operation on the streets of Piedmont ave. Ride Bar is right behind it. didn't have time to dissect what's available. just went with the default brew on tap. brew: highwire roasts (lg.) 2.75 -satisfying medium roast without any arabica issues. shortly, i drank all ot it. -obviously, no inside nor outside dining seating options. read more

RIDE Bar - Highwire roast (2.75) in mid air - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Oakland, California

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Came here on a Tuesday afternoon to fulfill an acai bowl craving. I called ahead and asked for the climb that hill without coconut. Unfortunately it still had coconut shreds in it. I didn't ask for them to remake it since I didn't want to waste this one. It was a bit sweeter than my taste but still a solid bowl. I wish the nut butter was a bit less clumpy but I still liked it. The music was really loud indoors so I chose to sit on their table outside and it was a nice day. Overall, I probably would pick other acai bowl places over this one but would consider returning if I was in the neighborhood. read more

RIDE Bar - Acai climb that hill - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Oakland, California

Wow! I had a such a wonderful experience at RIDE today. Jada made me the best iced vanilla latte and avocado toast I've ever had! Every day is a good day when Jada's behind the bar. #GoRIDE‍ read more

RIDE Bar - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Oakland, California

OMG YUMMMM I stopped here after a workout just for the smoothie bowls and found out they also offer spin classes! I got the "climb that hill" açaí bowl and it was packed with flavor. The cherries were perfectly tart mixed with yummy berries and a homemade nut butter. Definitely full of flavor I would recommend!! Service was fantastic as well. read more

RIDE Bar - Climb that hill açaí bowl - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Oakland, California

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The Tap This Back smoothie is a total hit - creamy, refreshing, and energizing. The staff is always kind, quick, and on it. Love this place!

I am embarrassed to say this but when I ordered a latte I wasn't expecting the question "what kind of milk would you like?" I normally order from chains where whole milk is the default. I was even more thrown off and embarassed when I asked what do you mean and he listed off the types of milk including "cows milk". It was so weird to hear cows milk haha Needless to say I went with the oat milk option haha. The coffee was Highwire coffee and boy did I feel highwired after my latte! It was very strong and very caffinated! The oat milk was nice and thick so it was great with the strong coffee. Another great spot found thanks to the Yelp Vegan Passport! Maybe I will make it back for a class too! read more

RIDE Bar - Oatmilk latte - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Oakland, California

Some of the best açaí bowls and smoothies in the East Bay. The spin classes are great too. The combination of a workout then the smoothie is the best. read more

Thanks for remaining open and serving up dope smoothies and coffee during the pandemic. Love getting my fix in from here. High wire coffee hits the spot. Oh and if they have cookies ... totally worth it when having "one of those days" Now that outdoor spin is happening, perfect for booking a smoothie to be ready for the end of class. read more

Initially at $11.50 per bowl, I was a little hesitant at the price and small-ish size of the bowl but my friend and I definitely thought it was worth it after considering how filling it was. We both got the Climb the Hill acai bowls and they tasted so sweet and delicious. I usually dislike when bowls have too much acai base and not enough toppings but this bowl had an even proportion of acai, granola, almond butter and fruits. The cacao nibs and coconut flakes were the icing on top and it added crunchy texture. I'll definitely be back next time I have an acai craving! read more

RIDE Bar - Climb the Hill Acai Bowl - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Oakland, California

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My favorite smoothie spot! They also offer coffee/lattes/cappuccino so it's your one stop shop for a good morning start. Friendly staff and love the mobile order option so I can pop in and out ina jiffy! read more

Warm up bowl and tap this back 10/10 recommend after a 60 minute spin class with Donna.

The most excellent oat milk chai ever! (5/5 Green Stars). This was a very brief visit while I waited for a friend to go for a walk around Piedmont Cemetery on a sunny Friday afternoon. What better way to spend a Friday afternoon? I'm so glad that I stopped in at the Ride Bar because it was a very pleasant experience. I asked for an oat milk chai and have to say that it's probably the best chai that I've ever had - certainly top three. I think that it's homemade since the mix was in a jug (rather than a package) in their fridge. It was actually the barista's first time making a chai, so a great success all round. I also bought an apple and that's also noteworthy: almost the only time I've ever bought a piece of fruit at a café. They coaxed me over to the healthy side with their cunning omission of pastries from the menu. Their main food offerings are fruit/granola bowls (yes, including acai) and oatmeal. They are focused on smoothies, but don't ignore their killer chai. Nice counter spaces with Wi-Fi and power outlets and also some outdoor seating. I'm giving Ride Bar 5/5 "green stars" for social and environmental impact, based on the following: * Almost all plant-based. Vegans: just check for honey. * Almost all made from scratch (down to the nut butter). * Coffee from Highwire and tea from Blue Willow * The menu says "Organic and Woman Owned" at the top but it wasn't clear which ingredients are organic (besides the oats which are listed as organic on the menu). Would be good to get some clarity on that as it's a prominently displayed selling point. Giving the benefit of the doubt for now ;) * Woman-owned business. * Waste reduction: they have mason jars prominently displayed at the counter, on sale for $3 each. Interested in writing green star reviews? If so, please check out the Green Stars Project. read more

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AÇAÍ BOWL: we found this cute spot in Piedmont and it was well worth every scoop. It's cute spot right next to a spinning studio and they offer Smoothies and different bowls. We got the Valerie Açaí which had granola, house made nut butter , hemp seeds and cacao nibs. They also offer dragon fruit bowls and oatmeal. Street parking is free for 2 hours. Come and check it out ! read more

RIDE Bar - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Oakland, California

Wow. Where to start? Usually I come here after my spin classes just to do work but today I decided to step out of my comfort zone. I read the menu and felt overwhelmed with all of the mouth-watering choices. After a few minutes of back and forth, I was ready to order. I ordered the açaí bowl in the "keep it tight" style. This means the base is açaí and it was accompanied by granola, fresh fruit, and honey. I watched as the young lady swiftly made the açaí bowl, until it was finally ready. I grab my compostable spoon and I sit at the bar outside and dig in. There's nothing like that first bite; the mix of the chilled açaí with the granola and cool strawberry is like no other. I will be back soon Ride Bar, mark my words! read more

RIDE Bar - The açaí bowl "keep it tight"! - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Oakland, California

Great little spot on the top of Piedmont ave. We had a great cup of coffee and acai bowl. Simple, delicious, and comfortable spot to enjoy it in read more

RIDE Bar - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Oakland, California

I love coming to this place to get my açaí bowl fix. I pretty much always get the Keep It Tight bowl, which is what you see here. The staff is so friendly and nice. read more

RIDE Bar - Love coming to this place to get my açaí bowl fix. I pretty much always get the Keep It Tight bowl which is what you see here. - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Oakland, California

One of my favorite small and woman-owned businesses in Oakland. Deb and Valerie are amazing, and the RIDE Bar staff are always extremely helpful and accommodating. Great location for Piedmont Ave walkers, and the bar is a convenient if you're looking for a healthy bite after trying out their indoor or outdoor cycling classes. read more

RIDE Bar - Keep It Tight with Nut Butter Açaí Bowl - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Oakland, California

I order the Double Time and their amazing Avocado Toast every time. Its fresh, fast, and friendly!

A little on the pricey side but I did enjoy the Tap This Back smoothie and Acai Bowl with everything. I chose Tap This Back because I like lime/lemon in my smoothies. It was vibrant and refreshing. The Acai bowl was different but still delicious and filling. I feel well nourished. RIDE Bar is near the Chapel of the Chimes but on the opposite side of the street. read more

Love a good açaí bowl, and Ride Oakland too. Deb, the owner, and all the instructors & staff are the best. Their outdoor ride platform is awesome - wish it was in SF. read more

RIDE Bar - Açaí bowl - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Oakland, California

My second visit to Ride Bar and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I like the open feeling inside, peaceful and hip interior. The dragonfruit bowl is my favorite, with 'keep it tight' toppings. I love the addition of house-made nut butter, and the granola topping is so crisp and nice! My daughter also liked their açaí bowl, and notes that it wasn't sour like other açaí bowls she's had elsewhere. The coffee is strong. This is a great spot on the upper side of Piedmont Ave...I'm sure I'll be back the next time I walk in the Cemetary. read more

I've been enjoying açaí bowls from Project Juice recently and was excited to find this new establishment closer to where I live. I saw they tout being local and organic, so thought it would be worth a try, however, I was disappointed with the quality after ordering the dragonfruit bowl. There were no "local" options, it appeared that many of the ingredients and menu items were organic, but were not local -- they were packaged and shipped here (many items sourced from Costco). The diversity and quality of ingredients fell short of my expectations, the dragonfruit base was icy, the granola uninteresting. This is a fine accompaniment to the gym, and a convenience for gym goers post-workout, but not somewhere to go out of your way for if looking for a premium experience. read more

This is getting to be my secret getaway on Piedmont. If you need to eat something plant-based before you go for a medical appointment down the street, this place is quick and healthy. All the other coffee shops on Piedmont have lines of people waiting to buy coffee. That's because they don't know about Ride Cafe. They serve Highwire Coffee. They make avocado toast. They make amazing smoothies. The smoothies are a little expensive but where else can you get a nutritious smoothie with coffee blended in? (It's called the Double Edge.) When you have to get moving in the morning, this is a great place to visit. read more

What a wonderful little hidden gem for some delicious coffee and nutritious smoothie bowls ! Martine greeted me behind the bar and had great recommendations for my morning treats. Definitely coming back, such a great experience and friendly staff!!! read more

Smoothies are decent but this part of the operation feels like an afterthought - the barista forgets to make online orders, seems disinterested, leaves early... frustrating read more

Absolutely horrible customer service. The female cashier was so rude. Coffee was lame as well.

I've ordered smoothies for pick up a few times from RIDE bar. I love their tap that back smoothie! It's surprisingly sweet and a great thickness. Ordering online is also really easy and convenient! read more

Excellent reasonably priced smoothies!! The double time with espresso is *chef's kiss*

I can't say enough good things about this place. I have been more times than I can count -- my favorites are the Tap This Back and Double Time smoothies, the Wellness shot, and their espresso -- everything is always delicious. I've never had anything bad here -- the quality is fantastic and consistent, and I love supporting woman-owned businesses as well. The service is also always fast and friendly! read more

Carrot smoothie was sooooo good!!!! Great friendly service! Beautiful atmosphere! Thank you! read more

Açaí bowls and smoothie are worth the trip, even without a workout. The high wire coffee is a true chefs kiss.