Playa Bowls

Who ever the young lady is at the front is very RUDE! get people that want to actual be there and do their job! I said hello and thank you. Furthermore she just threw this together!

Playa Bowls has been our spot lately. We love and appreciate the freshness of their products. We recommend this place to anyone that wants to experience great customer service, fresh and great açai bowls. Nice for date nights with your honey or just to grab a healthy tasty bite. Great ambiance and cozy environment.

Some of the best smoothie bowls in the area and my favorite place to go when I'm strictly in the mood for a smoothie/bowl! Tried every smoothie bowl base there and I haven't had a bad one but the pitaya is my fave. Always topped with ripe fruit and they probably serve the biggest bowls as well. Good bang for your buck! 🔥🍊🍍🍌🥭🍎🥝🍒

First time here and I was just picking up a DoorDash but was also going to order afterwards. The older woman with curly hair handing people their orders didn’t say hi, didn’t treat me like a human. And was just a rude woman. She looked miserable and I couldn’t believe that’s how someone speaks to other people.

First time here today and will be my last…. I waited 15 minutes for one smoothie (despite no one being in line). 2 people after me, were served before me. No apology or anything. Not to mention my stomach is killing me after eating one of their smoothies so I’m not sure how fresh the ingredients are….

Blond girl working the register at west hartford location 9/14 at around 2ish is genuinely so disrespectful. Stood there watching us instead of saying how can I help you for a good 5 minutes . Then after I asked her if I can order she gave me an attitude and proceeded to give me more attitude while ordering. I’ve worked in service for years and I just would never act like that. I don’t know who you guys are hiring but it seems like you’re not putting in much effort and it’s reflecting badly on the business as lots of the customers were complaining about this girls attitude. I will not be coming back here and I will be letting everyone know to not come here unless you want to be disrespected.

my partner and i mobile order and they always have everything ready by the time we get there. they’re usually quite fast and polite when we get there, and everything tastes perfect

The service of Playa bowl is great and they greet you with a smile. I typically go to playa bowl as the weather gets warmer although they aim to cater to people needs. I recall in autumn they made fall themed bowls which shows there duality.

First time here, super cute beach theme, decent seating, friendly helpful staff. So many choices! We ordered -the Nutella (açaí base, granola, banana, strawberries, coconut flakes, Nutella) -Pura Vida (açaí base, granola, blueberry, strawberry, honey) -Ocean View (green base (kale coconut milk), granola, banana, honey (added strawberry). Metered street parking nearby, bathroom available for clients. The bowls were super yummy and satisfying!

The playa in weha is great! It's always constant and you know what you're getting! The inside is very cute and makes you feel like you're on a little tropical vaca! Cute blue chairs outside to sit on as well. Got the booster bowl and it was great, fruit was fresh, and came out quick. The staff was friendly and suggested signing up for their rewards!

I've been coming to playa for years and I always know what to expect! Cute vibes inside, friendly staff, and all of their bowls are delicious. My go to is always the booster bowl, I think it's a nice change from the standard açaí and it always keeps me full for hours.

Playa Bowls makes me happy. Sometimes you're craving something fresh, hearty, healthy, and filling. Playa Bowls hits the mark every single time.

If you love açaí bowls, Playa Bowls is the place to go! I always get one of their custom bowls, but they have other options as well like smoothies and other little snacks! I like that you can pick from different bases like açaí and pitaya! The service was quick and the workers were kind and welcoming. It's a nice spot to catch up with friends with plenty of seating. Definitely recommend if you're in the area, such a cute little place! Can't wait to be back to try their other bowls.

So good!! I got the Beach Bum with vanilla whey and it was super delicious and refreshing. The portion size was perfect, the fruits tasted fresh, and the flavors all went together well. Quick service and plenty of seating inside and outside.

This location is super comfortable and clean with tons of seating. The service is great with a staff member giving you a rundown of different menu options and seasonal specials. I ordered the Lola Green Bowl (kale blend topped with granola, pineapple, mango, coconut flakes, honey) which looked exactly like the image online. I also tried the Sweet Cream Cold Brew for the first time which was was delicious! In my opinion, it's better than New Orleans-style coffee at other places.

We were in Whole Foods when we were craving a smoothie. We checked our google maps to find this location within walking distance. After we purchased some stuff at the Whole Foods, we walked over (a nice stroll) and placed our orders for the Acai smoothie and the Orange smoothie. They were extremely busy and they made our order incorrectly (we paid for the 20oz açaí and got 16oz). They quickly remade the 20oz smoothie and then offered us to keep the 16oz one since they'd have to get rid of it anyways. Really sweet of them to offer the smaller size to us complimentary! Both the açaí and the orange were delicious and the shop was clean and lively!

The Nutella bowl is amazing! I would add condensed milk and cottage cheese if those were options on the menu. And today I had the dolce latte cold brew smoothie! It's the best coffee banana cocoa protein shake! So refreshing after my sauna appointment across the street. Also nice relaxing ambiance and great music to sit and chill.

So my second smoothie bowl, and I believe that I have reached a consensus. I do not like these bowls, at all. My review is going to be a bit jaded, and I understand that. After having two lackluster blended fruit bowls, I don't understand the appeal. It kind of reminds me of avacado toast. Avacados are good enough, toast is good too. both together are okay, but is it worth 10 bucks? These fruit smoothie bowls remind me a lot of avacado toast. it's decent, and could be good, but the price is kind of insane. The location itself is fine. The people are friendly, the place is well kept and very nice looking. The fruit is fresh, the bowls are presented well. If you really enjoy these types of bowls, then I can see how this would be a good option to get one. For me though, it's incredibly expensive slightly better for you ice cream. I say slightly better because it's half the calories for the same portion of regular ice cream, but still not what I would consider "healthy". Healthier, compared to other things. But not worth the price tag. This particular bowl was the acai power bowl. Banana, peanut butter, granola, and chocolate protein powder, with an acai base. Right off the bat, chocolate flavor was not there. Peanut butter is the same bland affair as the other bowl place I been to. The banana was good, and the granola was crunchy but *shrug* it's granola. The acai base, that was the only flavor the bowl had. It was slightly sweet, slightly creamy, and overpowered everything. There are a lot of strong flavors in this bowl, and the acai destroyed all of them. It was kind of impressive, but also a big letdown. Compared to the other bowl place i've been to, kind of feel that they are similar but the other one gets the edge because the price was slightly less and despite them having a lackluster peanut butter the flavors were still pretty pronounced. Do appreciate that this place avoids using chia seeds though, since I am not a fan of the texture chia seeds give things. They do have it on the menu, but it's not used in everything. I'm probably going to be avoiding these places from here on out. If you like these bowls, then you will find plenty to like at this location. Big selection, helpful staff, and a nice looking spacious location. If you never had a bowl before, it's worth trying once.

Playa Bowl is a gorgeous place with a large selection of smoothies, juices, and bowls! Located in West Hartford Center, it is SUPER convenient to get to! I ordered the mango pina colada smoothie and my partner ordered the kowabunga smoothie. Both were refreshing and needed on such a humid day. I enjoyed how much the pineapple shined through my drink. My partner wished he could've tasted more flavors in his smoothie as the banana was too powerful - but he didn't mind because it was still super tasty! Playa is so bright, inviting, and the staff there is so friendly! I love how there are actual pineapples as decor! How cool is that?? I highly recommend this place. Previous visits I've gotten the cupid bowl which is my absolute favorite and the electric mermaid which is my partner's favorite!

This heat today had me saying " I need a Shaky Shaky Shaky " I went nice and early this morning to get my Green Smoothie. Did I drink it right away ?! Noo.. it was perfect after my mid morning Hike I had! It was delicious. My Green Smoothie had Kale, banana, pineapple and coconut milk. There was soo many to choose from ! But , happy with my choice! I couldn't taste any kale which didn't bother me but I know I was getting my veggies in. When I walked in Playa Bowl, I felt I was in A tropical Place , on the island some where. Pineapples everywhere! Decore was cute . Enough but not to much . Chill place to enjoy your smoothie or bowl. Everything was nice and clean too! The menu was huge! They offer so much from Smoothies, to bowls to fresh pressed Juices, coffees and some locations even offer poke bowls! I would love to go back and try the fresh pressed juices ! Everything they offer is healthy, fresh and great for a pick Me up through out the day . Staff was even friendly as well! Thank you CT Yelp for allowing us to try Playa Bowl and giving us our cute little Yelp Goodies!

Such a nice place!!I just got back from vacation and I already missed it but fortunately Playa Bowls it's here for me with a fresh smoothie and the playa vibe!!

When I get an açaí or a chia seed bowl I like to think it's a healthier choice then other possible breakfast options. I like going to Playa Bowls, they have a variety of bowls to choose from. The West Hartford location is very colorful and beach inspired. They have a couple rotating baskets you could sit on. They also have a few seats outside. There are people who spend a while here, working on their computers. Most recently I got their Chia Tella Chia Pudding. First, I really enjoy chia pudding. When I make it myself, it isn't thick, it's runny and a fail. Chia pudding as a base is rich in protein and fiber. Now what will go on it? Mine was packed with fresh strawberries, banana, granola, plenty of chunky coconut flakes and Nutella. Hmm.. after all that is it still a healthy breakfast? But it sure was very filling and delicious! My friend got the coconut bowl called Coco Craze. Personally I think it's much too sweet. Hers had a creamy coconut base with coconut milk, topped with banana, pineapple, granola, mango, coconut chunks and honey. She really enjoyed it. The bowls are a nice generous size. If it's a breakfast I have one on my own, if it's a snack I'll share it with a friend. I loved the combo of my toppings, they're sweet and a great balance for a morning pick up. I never feel like I ate too much. The price for the bowls ranges $9 - $12. My bowl was $9.00, if you'd like other toppings added, it's an additional .75 cents for each topping. I enjoy coming to Playa Bowls and getting a chia seed bowl. They also offer smoothies, juices and coffee. I have one small criticism. I wish their trash cans were the stepping kind. Instead you have to pick up the lid by hand to dispose of your trash. Touching trash cans should be avoided. I know they're more aesthetic, metal and fit the beach vibe, but for the everyone's well being, we shouldn't have to pick up lids to open trash cans.

Delicious smoothies and very friendly staff make this a go-to place for me to treat myself. So glad they are now in Amherst!

Such a delicious meal on a warm (or cold) day! Every time i get Playa Bowls I am left very satisfied, it's the perfect meal while so delicious!

The bowls at Playa Bowl are awesome! The environment is pretty chill and the employees are very friendly. This was my first time, and my family and I felt very welcomed, they allowed us to try some samples and guided us through the ordering process! I'll definitely be coming again!!

I have stopped into another Playa Bowls in New Jersey around my sister's house and was excited to see one open up in my backyard. Continuing with the same beach/summer layout as the one in New Jersey, you'll forget that you are drinking a cold smoothie in the winter time. There was ample seating for large groups but also a few chairs by the fireplace for a more intimate gathering. You'll be jamming out to the end style music while chatting and eating. I needed something to sip on at work so opted for a smoothie instead of their bowls. I can imagine the bowls are the same as the ones in New Jersey, so I'll enjoy them next time. The smoothie was light and refreshing, didn't fill me up but was still filling and wasn't just filler foods. I have enjoyed their take on Açaí. I had the Açaí Energy smoothie which is a nice change up from the typical ingredients that I find at other smoothie locations. I'll have to bring my sister here and really have a conversation about Playa Bowl

This afternoon I took my children for some smoothies. My nonverbal autistic son spilled his drink. The wonderful staff assured him it was ok and gave him another smoothie. They really helped continue a wonderful day and I want to give great compliments to them all. And the smoothies were absolutely delicious. I would 100% recommend going here.

Love this place. Bowls are made fresh while you wait. So many delicious options. I LOVE the pacific bowl--delicious yet feels fresh, clean, and healthy. Workers are always nice and friendly. Fun vibe there. Love the convenience of it being right in blue back square.

The best customer service! The staff are so friendly and sweet! They are personable and kind. Shout out to Lenny for a great experience!

First time trying this place and they did not disappoint! I tried the Nutella açaí bowl and it was delicious. Strawberries, bananas, açaí, granola, Nutella, topped with fresh coconut. Ingredients were fresh and everything was made to order. They had a variety of smoothie and bowl options and the price was fair for the quality. I also thought it was a chill atmosphere. Inside I felt like I was in California and for a moment felt like I wasn't in CT anymore till I stepped back outside of course. (They also have wifi) I like that they had a board explaining what certain foods were good for in regards to your health. It teaches people and makes them aware of what they are putting in their body. They also have an app where you can collect points and earn rewards. I mean who doesn't like a good deal! I plan on spreading the word and will definitely be back to try some other great options on the menu.

Stopped by Playa Bowls as part of a Yelp Elite event and was very impressed. When you walk it it feels like you are transported into a beautiful underwater oasis. They have a huge menu of smoothies, bowls, juices, and other goodies. Everything was reasonably priced and looked delicious. I went with a dolce smoothie and my bestie got a pacific bowl. Both were really good and came out quickly! Only downside in my opinion is that it is located in Blue Back square so you either need to get luck and get metered parking or pay to park in the garage. Looking forward to their Glastonbury location opening as there is tons of parking. Thank you for having us!

Omg can we talk about how lively all the colors are? . I tried playa bowls for the first time and absolutely loved it. I tried their Nutella bowl - bananas, strawberry, mango, granola and obviously a lot of nutella. This bowl was so refreshing and fresh! I loved every bite and had no leftovers. The inside is super cute themed and I would definitely be back here for a quick fresh bowl or smoothie post workout!

Great to have a healthy option when in the area on business. Food was good and took maybe five minutes to be ready.

i love playa. the staff are great, and wicked welcoming. 100% recommend trying this place if you haven't!

i went to get a bowl at 8:30 pm tonight and the door was lockef. 3 girls were cleaning and pretended they didn't see me. I knocked on the door and the girl came to the door and said we closed early. Poor business

Playa Bowls' bright blue awning has always caught my eye, but I'm usually just passing through the area and never made time to check it out. I finally had a quiet weekend one fall afternoon and decided to pop in after a trip to the bookstore for a treat. Their menu is expansive and just as colorful as its exterior would suggest. The bowls are organized by base (acai, pitaya, coconut, green, chia, banana or oatmeal) and come in preset combinations with fun names like "Electric Mermaid" or "Oh Mega", but you also have the option to customize your bowl with whatever your heart desires too. I opted for the the Hemp bowl which had a green kale base and was topped with their house-made granola, slices of banana, unbelievably plump blueberries, a generous dusting of hemp seeds and agave. I found the bowl to be a tad too sweet for me, but I still enjoyed it. All the toppings were great, but I really loved how crisp the granola tasted. It was as if they'd just pulled the batch out of the oven. The hemp seeds added a nice crunch too. For something that's supposed to be good for you, Playa Bowls is deceptively addicting. If you're watching your sugar intake like I am, you'd probably be better off building your own. Check out the nutrition facts on their site for more details. Overall, it was a refreshing treat, but not likely one I'll have too often.

Food and service is always great at Playa Bowls. Wish there was a location closer to me.

First time customer and this place is great! The inside is fun and colorful. Also, the cashier was kind and helpful. I got the Aloha with a wheatgrass add on and it did not disappoint! Still sweet and healthy! I can't wait to try more

I actually had a few bites of someone else's bowl -- super filling! I was amazed at the plethora of options (can be a bit overwhelming). I love the beachy theme ambiance and after COVID I'd definitely love to dine in.

Every playa bowls I have been to are consistently fresh and well made. I don't like bananas and not once have they accidentally been in my bowl

Amazing fresh bowls and smoothie. SOOOOO many different options yet everything is great. There is an option for everyone and the staff is super friendly and helpful!

It was 11am on a WFH weekday and realized we hadn't eaten. Decided to order Playa Bowls via UberEats for a healthy weekday brunch! Ordered the Nutella bowl because that hazelnut spread from my childhood has a hold over me and it was really good! Our bowls arrived cold like we had just picked them up ourselves. They were loaded with toppings and SO filling! I stupidly mixed my bowl and the acai made all the fruit cold and hurt my teeth. Sounds so dumb reading that back, but I learned my lesson for next time. Can't wait to try their other bowls on our next visit!

Completely delicious! I'm still craving another bowl weeks later! They have something for everybody, from vegan options to chocolate lovers, to protein blends, etc! A bit pricey, but definitely worth it regarding size, quality of ingredients and satisfaction! Highly recommend to even the pickiest of eaters!

Overall, I really liked my Playa Bowl. I went with the pitaya electric mermaid bowl and the bowl was so big I just had breakfast the last 2 days because of it. I do have 2 suggestions though, maybe cut down the music inside so you don't have to get loud to place your order and maybe train up the people working the register a bit more. If I'm in weha again I'll have to stop by for one.

I've come here a few times now and I have to say I'm loving it! My favorite bowls would have to be the banana and oatmeal based bowls! So so scrumptious! Very filling and refreshing! I'm obsessed with these bowls and find myself coming 2/3x a week.. such a great summer refreshment! Def will be one of my go tos this summer! This place does have plenty other options from acai bowls, smoothies and even some protein bars as well.

Delish! I got the pura vida açaí bowl with peanut butter and banana added. Love the decor and beach atmosphere. Very refreshing

DONT GIVE ME FRUIT IF ITS NOT FRESH. My fruit has no flavor im going to put a picture please tell what fruit this is

Finally an açaí bowl place in CT that does them right! I had the pura vida açaí bowl and it was just like the bowls I fell in love with in California... good consistency, granola on the top and bottom, typical toppings you'd see and good ratio of toppings to blended açaí ... the place is clean and service was friendly. They let me sub coconut for blueberries for free. I'll be back!

Looking for a sweet treat that's also good for you? Look no further than Playa Bowls. Filled with fruit and antioxidants, these bowls taste delicious. The atmosphere is also so fun with high tables, beautiful wall paintings and fun chairs to rock in. I had gotten The Trailblazer: chia base, granola, chocolate protein, banana, raw cacao, peanut butter. I don't recommend the chia base, the texture wasn't great and the taste was bitter. They ran out though and gave me half of the coconut base which I 10/10 recommend! So delicious and sweet. Follow on insta: @lunchwithlinds

Freshest açaí bowl, my favorite it the Nutella Acai Bowl. Most places don't give you as much fruit as they do

I stopped in here for a nice cool treat o a hot afternoon. The inside of the store is very cute and decorated bright and happy. The folks at the counter were really friendly and quick to greet me as well. I got the 16oz booster and found it really tasty and made with good ingredients. It is a hair expensive but with quality and natural ingredients in the middle of west Hartford its expected. I would recommend a visit in and try the smoothies! I want to go back to try out one of their bowls.

Breakfast at Playa Bowls is my new Saturday morning routine. I tried Playa Bowl for the first time two weeks ago and since I have been 3 more times. They are AMAZING! Such a refreshing yet filling breakfast (or lunch) to get you through the day. The ingredients are so fresh every time and their homemade granola is the best I've had! I love how you can customize and add items to your bowl because I will add goji berries and nutella to anything lol! The price for these bowls are insanely reasonable considering the quality ingredients, and portion size! They also offer smoothies, oats, and chia pudding which I love and am very excited to try. Can't wait for next Saturday!

I love this place so much! My go to bowl is the Dragonberry, which is a pitaya blend topped with granola, strawberry, blueberry, and honey. I always add the almond butter and it never disappoints! Such a delicious and healthy option to get in all your fruits for the day.

Playa bowls totally exceeded my expectations. They're not your normal smoothie/smoothie bowl place. There's a tropical twist to all the flavors that you can get. I tried the Summerade smoothie which is a summer special (strawberries, pineapple, lemon juice, agave, almond milk). I felt like I was on a tropical island sipping that smoothie. It was so refreshing. I like how they use coconut milk, almond, or cashew instead of cows milk. It gives the smoothie a much lighter consistency and taste instead of a dense, dairy taste. I also think they did a job painting the waves on the walls and decorating it with the pineapples on every table. It's got a chill, summer-y vibe on the inside.

We finally had the opportunity to visit Playa Bowls. The inside decor brings you back to the ocean. The walls are a beautiful turquoise blue with octopuses! There is a live shark feed on a TV so you feel like you are underwater. The tableS and floor reminded me of a surf shop. The menu is very extensive. But all i gradients are super fresh. They offer smoothie bowls with different bases (açaí, coconut, banana, oatmeal, dragon fruit & Kale). I got a green bowl (kale base)) and it was topped with bananas, almond butter & granola. It was delicious!!! My husband got a green smoothie. The staff was nice but it did take them some time to fulfill the order. Thankfully we weren't in a rush!

I had been wanting to come here for a while and it did not disappoint. The staff here seems excellent - everyone was wearing masks, and customer satisfaction appears to be a priority. I ordered a chia seed pudding bowl, and was asked if I'd ever tried chia seed pudding, to which I said no. The guy offered for me to try it, probably because the texture is a little interesting (it was very good, though). I appreciated that they wanted to make sure I would enjoy what I got! The components of the bowl were all fresh, and it was a healthy but filling lunch. Absolutely will come here again because they have so many great options.

Love me a Playa Bowl! Addicted-- lots of options. I'm partial to the Açaí bowls and the super Tropical Tide Bowl. Just go ! Order early online for takeout.