I really enjoyed my experience at Playa Bowls. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the place…read morehad a vibrant, fresh vibe. I ordered a acai bowl topped with fresh fruit, granola, and honey, and it was absolutely delicious. The ingredients tasted fresh and high quality, and the portion size was just right. I also appreciated how customizable the bowls were, so I could choose exactly what I wanted.

Got the Pure Vida ($16.25). Excited to an airport option that seems light and clean. It's a pass…read morefor me. Not only is service slow, but the fruit isn't fresh and everything is doused in honey.

Great spot for Açaí Bowls or Smoothies...Everything is made Fresh & full of flavor. Store is clean…read moreand has a cool tropical/ down the shore feel. Staff is friendly & helpful. Would Definitely recommend stopping in for a treat.

I love açaí bowls. Whenever I get the chance, I try to pick one up. This place doesn't disappoint…read more An açaí bowl runs about $12. It's filling and delicious. I recently got the sunset bowl and it was perfect. Downfall is that its located on Franklin ave with metered parking and its something hard to find a spot.

I went to Yaya Tea on Sunday during NJIT's mini anime convention event. The atmosphere is clean,…read morebright, and cute. I've been here in the past for their onigiri, but I was surprised to see that they now have udon, snacks, and decorative pins for sale! I really like their onigiri, which you can get in either small or large sizes. My personal favorite is the ume onigiri, which is a tangy plum flavor. But if you want something with more protein, the salmon onigiris and the chicken onigiris are really good as well! The staff are welcoming and kind, and they were open to answer any questions we had. My husband and I shared 3 onigiris and an udon, and that was enough to fill us up! The shrimp tempura that came with the udon was delightfully crunchy and savory. All in all, I love how convenient this spot is for students, and I'll definitely be back to try more onigiri flavors!

I learned about Yaya Tea from a friend who lives around the area and had their rice balls for lunch…read moreone day. While Yaya Tea is most known for their teas and rice balls, I was feeling adventurous and decided to pick something up from their take out menu for lunch. I called in an order for vegetable yaki soba (extra charge for proteins) and was initially shocked and disappointed at the size of the container as it was much smaller than I had expected. However, my thoughts changed when I dug into the dish -- the noodles were packed to the brim of the container so I found the portion to be quite filling. I wasn't so terribly full, but at the same time, I also didn't need to procure additional snacks to get me through the rest of the workday. The flavor was good, albeit a little salty for my taste, and what really made the dish were the mushrooms that had a nice spongy texture that was reminiscent of animal protein, particularly Chinese food beef. Will be returning to try their other entrees and rice balls!

I used to live in Elizabeth NJ and it's a regular thing to go to Ironbound for Portuguese food. Now…read morethere is a significant number of Brazilian offering in the area. What a treat! So I made a special trip just to get some Coxihnia. First time visiting this place and I like their menu. Light meals and snacks. At nearly 9pm I was able to get an açaí smoothie and the last chicken Coxihnia. The service is quick and the menu was very clear with self ordering kiosk (credit card only) or ordering at the counter. The vibe is young and hip. Recommended for anyone who wants to try something different!

Snack Mania - Newark, NJ Visited: May 9, 2025 (Delivery)…read moreOrder: Medium Bites, The X-Frango, Crispy Chicken Sandwich, Mini Pudim Total: $59.54 Review: Let's just say this: Snack Mania lives in that murky middle zone between "late-night curiosity" and "I should've just gone to the bodega." First, the good -- fries traveled surprisingly well and still had snap. The Crispy Chicken Sandwich had solid flavor on first bite, and The X-Frango's size was generous enough to feel like you got your money's worth. But let's talk construction. The chicken sandwich came overloaded with coleslaw -- not the crisp, tangy kind, but the soggy, sliding-around sort that hijacks the texture of the whole thing. For a spot that bills itself as a craveable comfort fix, balance matters. The Mini Pudim? Cute in concept, but forgettable in execution. Because this was delivery, I'll cut a bit of slack -- texture always takes a hit in transit -- but for nearly $60, I expected more cohesion and less "eh." Would I Return? Not for delivery. I'd give them another shot in person, where crunch and heat can actually shine. Rating: TLDR: Snack Mania might scratch your fast-food itch, but if you're chasing comfort and quality, you're better off waiting 'til you can try it fresh off the line.

this is the worse place I ever being everything is so small I feel like I order a TEMU breakfast…read morethe bagels are like a small donit we are 4 persons and she toke single orders and make us wait for over 20 minutes and then the big surprise the bill I over paid for food service and the quality was the pores I ever see in my entire life smoothie didn't have sugar and not flavor do not waist your time or money in that place and I get charge because I didn't pay cash horrible!

I got the eggs sandwich. It comes with pepper egg omelets on a Portuguese roll. The unique part of…read morethis is the avocado spread it comes with. It was good but they forgot the juice it was supposed to come with. The bagel with cream cheese was fine. The strawberry cream cheese was sweet, so I only recommend it with a plain bagel. I also got the pecan Danish roll. It was slightly sweet inside but had a very hard exterior. It slightly reminded me of baklava. But i was not a fan. So, for fair prices and a decent breakfast, you can stop by.

My number one smoothie choice is the Berri Carb Cutter. It's Strawberries, spinach, cinnamon,…read moreturmeric, coconut milk, vanilla protein, and banana. Their protein shakes are never too thick, but never watered down either. They keep fresh fruit on hand for a great selection of juices. I love that they always have anime on in the background too! Great neighborhood spot. Service is excellent, great location on West side Ave next to C-Town, so if you're enjoying Lincoln Park and need something truly refreshing, consider Berri Berri!

Always great juices, smoothies, & soups! Never a long wait, and the staff is always accommodating…read moreand hospitable

Absolutely delicious. Recommend for anyone who likes gourmet banana pudding. Difference varieties I…read moreenjoy the strawberry and the butter pecan.

This place is a true gem. The warm welcomed I received was one of a kind. I ordered a lot of…read moredesserts. I ordered the OG banana pudding, Oreo banana pudding, banana pudding cupcake, banana pudding cheesecake, strawberry cheese cake, carrot cake, and pistachio cookies. Everything was delicious.

I don't know what I would've done without 4 Seasons last year. I worked in this food desert most of…read more2018. I'm not using this term to be funny or demeaning. Unfortunately, options in the immediate area include Mickey D's, Wendy's, KFC, Checker's and non-descript food trucks. I literally went here every day, usually grabbing a smoothie, juice or salmon bowl. Employees were always friendly. Knocked off a star for the long preparation time and the occasional missing items. By far the best breakfast & lunch option within walking distance of University Hospital.

I'm so happy that a colleague told me about this healthy option for breakfast, lunch, and takeout…read moreon the back of University Plaza (not the laundromat and dollar store side, but the beauty supply store side)! I have become a regular purchaser of their green juices, dairy-free green smoothies, and cleansing teas. Order ahead to avoid the line.