South Block

Can never go wrong with South Block!! This local chain introduced me to my first green smoothie and acai bowl back in college, and I've been obsessed ever since. Their classic acai bowl is phenomenal and packed with tons of berries and bananas, with a great crunch from the granola. They also offer a mini version if you're hoping for a snack or just aren't that hungry. However, my all-time favorite has to be their super green smoothie with ginger -- it just hits all the highlights for me, with a nice tropical note from the mango, banana, and pineapple (although I usually sub the juice for almond milk for a bit of added richness), and just enough kale and spinach that I can pretend I'm being healthy. On a similar note, I also love their green bowl, which is basically the same thing, but in bowl form and with the pineapple juice / almond milk substitution built in. Every South Block location has great vibes, but I especially love the ample natural lighting from the floor-to-ceiling windows in their Rosslyn location. It's usually pretty quiet, so it's a great spot for a chat or to finish up a small bit of work. The staff is always friendly and upbeat, and, if you're in a rush, you can always order ahead on the app.

While I’m a huge fan of this brand and a valued customer, today I was sadly disappointed. This was my first time ordering from this specific location. I ordered a almond bowl via Uber eats which literally is15 mins away from me. I’ve ordered through Uber eats before but from other locations (Vienna and old town) I guess I expected the same quality/experience. I was very detailed and specific about instructions while placing my order. I ordered a almond butter bowl which is my favorite on the menu. Unfortunately my bowl wasn’t as I suggested, in fact the fruit were oddly cut and huge which over powered the entire smoothie. It was extremely loose as if I was having cereal and milk. I had no choice but to finish it because I was at work at the time and very hungry. My suggestion is to read tickets and pay attention to detail especially if I’m paying 22$ for extra ingredients along with tax ect.. none the less I still love southblock 🙂

South Block’s acai bowls hit the perfect creamy-sweet balance—my go-to is the PBJ or Mermaid bowl. Staff like Amy and Jabi bring consistently great vibes and helpful service. Yes, it’s a bit of a splurge (~$12), and slowdowns happen during rush, but that quality and friendly energy make it worth it. Pro tip: order ahead and check ingredient needs. A healthy Arlington gem!”

South Block is my go-to for açaí bowls and smoothies in the NoVa area -- and I've tried many! They always get my order correct and it's always delicious. The employees at the Rosslyn location are always kind and helpful. I usually order ahead with the app which is an easy and simple process. My pup also loves the occasional puppy bowl as well :)

I can’t say enough great things about South Block! The main reason that I frequent this place is because all their food is made with high-quality, clean ingredients. Recently, I’ve noticed some exciting improvements under the new management. The energy in the store feels even more welcoming and even though the service was always super friendly, somehow it just seems more efficient, and everything seems to run smoothly. While this location has always been a favorite of mine, it’s clear that the new management is bringing fresh enthusiasm and a commitment to making the customer experience even better! I want to give a special shout out to Sunny who I had the pleasure of interacting with today. She helped me sign up for the app to start collecting points!! If you’re looking for a healthy, clean, and quality pick-me-up...South Block is the spot. Highly recommend!

Every time I go to the Roslyn office for my company, lunch always occurs that this location they've been consistent, they've been delicious, and on the most recent hot few days has been quite refreshing would always recommend

The service I received at South Block was exceptional, from the moment I walked in I was welcomed by everyone. They were glad to help me with whatever I needed. Smoothies were nice and thick as well.

I had a Nutella bowl and I enjoyed the opportunity to watch some people walking, jogging and cycling in the area.

Generous and tasty smoothie/acai bowls at South Block! Wasn't too busy in here - ordered at a kiosk and they started making the bowls immediately. A plus is that some "extras" like honey, chia seeds, etc. are free but you have to scroll to the bottom of the order page to add them. Friendly but quiet staff.

The PB Açaí Bowl from South Block is so good and honestly kind of addicting. It's my go-to and the location is super convenient for me, which makes grabbing one way too easy. I'm taking one star off for the customer service though. The staff just isn't that attentive, and there have times when I wasn't greeted at all. A little friendliness would go a long way.

South block is amazing. Will follow your order and make it correct. If they don't they will make it better. :) please come visit Rosslyn and help keep the company going.

Cave monkey smoothie is a must-try. It must have something addictive in it because it's soooo good and I could have this daily. All the South Block's in the area are amazing; if you're in the mood for a healthy alternative to ice cream - check them out. Their smoothie bowls and shakes are the best you'll ever have. And, sign up for their rewards program!

I can't express how much I love this place. Last week, I was in the area on a trip and decided to stop here for breakfast... best decision I ever made. I can't stop thinking about it and I've been thinking about driving back up there just to get the peanut butter cup bowl again! It's fresh, filling, and incredibly delicious! We ordered online and picked up and the service was quick and easy. The place was very clean as well! I will be returning as soon as I possibly can.

I drive 20 minutes to this South Block at least once a week because of how much joy it brings me. I get the same thing every time because I believe I have perfected my order, however, everything I've tried here has been delicious. I get the Nutella Bowl but add bananas. It's beautiful. If you've never had an acai or smoothie bowl, take your time to read through the ingredients to make sure you order one that you like! This location has the most accesible parking compared to the others which is why I chose this specific South Block originally. I always mobile order and have never had an issue, the employees are always super fun and kind.

I ordered a Green Bowl, which was great!! (a mix of kale, spinach, ginger, mango, banana, and almond milk). I'm happy they used lactose-free ingredients. On top there was granola, fruits. I ordered the free additions of honey and chia seeds. Honestly the chia seeds didn't do much for me and wasn't worth adding on, but everything else were great flavors with fresh ingredients. The staff here was super friendly which was a plus! Honestly the bowls are REALLY big. I could have split mine into two portions/with someone (I've learned that it's not great to finish off the next day. It's much better fresh).

This was a nice addition to a hectic day! Between appointments in Arlington, I needed a place to hectically get some work done and get something to eat. I've passed South Block a few times (didn't realize it was a chain) and was happy to finally have a chance to be tempted inside. The menu is easy to read and there are great options for fruit and smoothie lovers. Wanting something with greenery, I went with the aptly named Green Bowl. It was very refreshing and very gingery! I love that bright spice root! The granola was crunchy and added great texture to the smoothie bowl mixed with bites of firm blueberries, ultra red strawberry slices, and banana. I never attempted to connect to WiFi, but I did find a corner table and had a nourishing bite while I hovered over my laptop and phone.

This is a great location! The staff works fast to get orders done and they are all so friendly! The smoothie bowls are delicious! I got the warrior bowl and I felt they were generous with the toppings which was nice.

10/10 would recommend! SB Rosslyn is my go-to spot. Lily and her team are always great, the quality of the service is wonderful, food/smoothies are delicious, and the vibe inside is wonderful. I recommend getting on the app - you can get points and they will have your order ready in no time in the fridge. Thank you South Block Rosslyn!

South Block was really hyped up to be by a friend and honestly I am not impressed at all. The reason might be for what I ordered but that said out of the two items in the pictures the avocado toast was really good but the mango bowl was okayish and had this overpowering flavor of something i was unable to point out. Overall - good service but not great items to make this stand out at all.

Gave this location two more attempts in the last two months. First time - watery & about 3/4 full with sharp date shards at the bottom of the smoothie. Second time, they must've put 3 scoops of cinnamon & then left the smoothie on the blender too long because it was purely foam. I saw them run out of pb and just decide not to put any in the smoothie since the two kids working seemed to care less. Suggest going to another location and skipping Rosslyn because every other location gets it right.

I love the smoothie bowels. Delicious! I don't like that there is a limit for words on my review....

my favorite açaí bowl and smoothie spot in the area. recommend downloading the app and ordering ahead. I always know what to expect and no questions on the base mix or consistency or flavor. the only gripe is the wait time! it gets really busy here especially during lunch and i've had to wait 30+ minutes! otherwise, it's solid with lots of smoothie and bowl options.

I was in the office and decided to order a smoothie bowl to start my day. With a few friends, we placed an online order. I got the Mermaid Bowl. The bowl was a beautiful blue color and I couldn't stop looking at it. The picture made me so curious about the bowl so i decided to order it and try it. The description says: Pineapple Juice | Bananas | Mangos | Blue Majik | Topped With Granola | Blueberry | Strawberry | Coconut. It was super good! I would definitely order this again. I was very impressed that when i got to the store, our order was already completed and waiting for us in the fridge. It was nice to run in and out quickly. Also, I wanted to add chia seeds and they had a squirt bottle of chia seeds on the side and i was able to add as much as i wanted. Definitely a good experience and I'd like to order from here again.

Came into South Block off a recommendation from my workout studio (Xtend barre). Ordered one of their "underground bowls" the Cupid bowl (specific for Valentine's Day). Super yummy & delicious! Ordered via the app and seamless process picking up. Also had their green juice (bottled). It was as good as green juice can be! Felt very rejuvenated after.

Friendly staff and amazing acai bowls! The bowls are so refreshing and the fruit tasted fresh. They were also super considerate of my allergy and washed the blender thoroughly for me. I would definitely go back!

I ordered the pink Radiance skincare smoothie, it was delicious and thick. It's got the classic strawberry and banana mix to it but the dates and maple syrup definitely sweetened it up not in an overwhelming way. There were a lot of dates chucks in the smoothie, not sure if it was intentional. It add some texture to the smoothie but they also kept on getting stuck in the straw.

I love all the south blocks but this location. Whenever I order and bowl or smoothie it's like they are already melted. I don't know if this staff is pre-making some of the bases, bur compared to the other locations this one is sub par. Also when you order pick up instead of putting it in the fridge they leave it on the counter.

I was excited to get an email saying that there was a South Block opening up a few blocks from work today so I figured I had to get breakfast. It's located right next to Bash (the boxing gym) on Wilson. You can't miss it with the green logo out front. Usually when a place first opens you expect some mishaps but didn't come across that today. The whole team was super friendly and luckily there was no line so I was checked out very quick. The PB&J bowl I got was on point as it always is and I definitely plan on coming back for breakfast.

OMG, I'm obsessed! Was in Arlington for a few days and went every single day! The food tasted so fresh and it was soooo refreshing ! The staff was super friendly. I got the Nutella bowl a few times and it never disappointed. Love that they have gluten free options! Their GF avocado toast was *chefs kiss* will def be back! Please open one in stafford or fred!

My absolute favorite smoothie and smoothie bowl spot. South block never disappoints. The consistency is perfect, the fruit is always fresh, and the flavors are much better than any other smoothie bowl place I've been to. My favorites are the almond butter bowl and the green caveman smoothie. Would love if they started offering gluten free bread for their toasts.

I love the warrier bowl! The staff are super friendly. I like that there's outdoor seating and it's clean (bathrooms too). The music can be loud but I like their playlists so it's ok with me.

The Rosslyn South Block is one of my favorite places in Arlington to eat. Fresh healthy amazing food and an even more amazing staff! The staff goes above and beyond to get my order right time after time!

I've visited two South Block locations and they never cease to impress, regardless of whether I order a complicated smoothie or a coffee. I feel very lucky that this location is in my neighborhood. On my last visit, my boyfriend tried to tip the staff but the cashier declined it, saying that they don't accept tips and she continued to reassure us that the company treats them very well. I have no doubt about that because I've only ever read (and heard) good things about the owner. If you're looking for a healthy meal or snack, I hope you will support South Block!

Love South Block! This location is the best. Great bowls & smoothies, and staff too! Go all the time...

So excited that one of my favorite establishments is now super convenient. Satisfying my Warrior Bowl and California Bowl cravings just got much easier. Wish the staff greeted customers as they enter the store, especially when no other customers are present. (Reason for the missing star). I always use the SouthBlock app to pre order my food. I like the system they've developed! Welcome to Rosslyn , South Block!!!

Second time ordering from here this week on Uber eats and there's no straw in the bag. How do you constantly forget to put the one thing a smoothie needs in the bag?

I'm so glad they opened up a location in Rosslyn! I'm a fan of South Block and now that there's one close to where I live, I will probably stop by here all the time. I've tried most of the menu and it all tastes great. My favorites are the Killer B, magic dragon, or mermaid bowl but you really can't go wrong with any of them. I love that you can add honey or chia seeds to your bowl free of charge. I'll be back for more.

This seems to be a healthy fast casual place in Rosslyn that just opened up. I will say that it's pretty expensive for a bowl of fruit basically. The açaí bowl was about $12 and they give you huge serving sizes. I went for the peanut butter açaí bowl that I was told was the favorite. It basically tasted like a bowl of peanut butter. The flavor of the açaí bowl was not really there. Overall it was ok, but I probably won't go back there because it's so pricey.

I love south block ... I truly do but come on ...... I had been craving this pbj bowl for about a week now...

I've been to many juice bars, but this one is my favorite. I recommend downloading the app. Points add up quickly. I get an almond butter bowl with extra almond butter on top. I love the granola and get bags weekly. I've also done a juice cleanse. I will miss this place when we move.

The best South Block of them all!!! The staff is super friendly and always committed to making your bowls the way you like them. I've been to other south block locations but the staff here is my favorite and they make the best acai bowls.

I used to live in California where you can get açaí bowls in EVERY corner. Here in Virginia, I was missing my regular smoothie in the morning. I found South block a few days ago and now I'm in love!!!. This place is so unique and has a great variety of healthy smoothies and açaí bowls!. I'm definitely coming back. I ordered the blueberry chill and the avocado toast. It was the perfect breakfast. Next time, I'm trying something different from their extensive menu. Make sure you sign up for their reward program! You collect some stars and get a few bucks off!

The warrior bowl is my go to order, and it's a great meal for my day. I always come back because Liliana makes them exact for me! with the right amount of extra granola and Nutella added. Bowl is always fresh, smoothies are amazing.

I love this location, everyone is always so nice and polite. The place was very busy when I reach, and even like that they were fast and always with a smile in their face! I'm definitely coming back!

Came to Arlington for the weekend and stayed at the Hyatt right beside South Block. My friends and I came here twice a day all three days. It is absolutely incredible. Super healthy and yummy options that will leave you more than satisfied. They have juices, smoothies, açaí bowls, avocado toast, and more. If you're a yelper- tell them. They will give you a card for $2 off next smoothie purchased! I can't explain how amazing the toast was...by far the best avocado toast I've ever had. And the cave monkey smoothie was like dessert. I was so full but could not stop eating!! The staff were all wearing masks and everyone was super friendly. Definitely recommend!!

I pick up my weekly acai bowl from this location. Would be 5 stars if it was not so pricey. My wife and I both enjoy the Nutella Bowl and we add blended weigh protein and peanut butter. We fiend this bowl everyday. Fresh fruit, acai perfectly blended and friendly staff. The app works well too. Jest a few clicks and ready for pickup minutes later. Perfect for "The Vid" quarantine.

I like South Block. With that said, I think the machine needs to be oiled a little more here. I believe we waited way to long for our bowls when there wasn't a lot of people waiting. The bowl was great. The ordering process was also a little slow, the guys was new so he unsure how to handle discounts. Won't hesitate in going back to hopefully up the star count, I just hope things move a little quicker.

South Block used to be one of my favorite places. It's gone downhill, from the employees who ignore you when you come in (doesn't help that you order on a screen), the long wait to get a bowl even when you're the only one in the store, and to the mediocre taste of the bowls (which seem to be more expensive than 6 months ago). Employees always seem to be either chatting with each other or standing in the back on their phones. Ive seen people come in and be confused with the online ordering screen and literally not one employee walks over to help. When the order is ready, they call out a name and walk away. Very disappointing and won't be back.

Came here at the recommendation of a colleague and really jazzed that I did. Their acai bowls are solid, consistently well made. I usually order and pick up at the same time and there's not much of a wait (around lunchtime ish). They've got a couple of tables for outdoor seating as well as a few inside. Minus one star for not having a size option.

Ordered from the app and my order was ready so quickly! I like this location for its cleanliness and parking. Nice workers too!

Amazing bowls with an unmatched selection of healthy add-on options and portions that you can split into two servings. Don't sleep on the selections of toasts or the Caveman Milk... A+

Non-inclusive. I have a severe nut allergy, so I can't drink any of the smoothies on the menu since they are all served with Almond milk. When I asked if they could substitute the almond milk with 2% milk, I was told that my only options were pineapple juice or water. The menu looks great, it's just a shame I can't enjoy any of the smoothies because you guys don't want to buy a spare $4 gallon of milk for people with food allergies.

My favorite weekend routine is Uber Eats ordering an açaí bowl from here. The b e s t bowls. Im from Brooklyn, NY and I couldn't find bowls this good.

I have ordered from this place before, however, I ordered a PBJ bowl from Uber Eats and it is not edible, it is sour tasting like something went bad. They also charged for extra granola, which I did not receive. I would rate lower but because I have had good bowls before I am not going too low.

This is my favorite place to eat a açaí bowl or fresh smoothies. The vibe is awesome, plentiful options and they are friendly. My blue bowl was delicious and you can add extra toppings.

This place and its staff are totally amazing. The food is delicious. My favorites are the nutella bowl and almond butter bowl, however, everything I have tried is great!

I went to this location on Monday and the acai bowls are amazing i ordered the pbj bowl loved it, the staff is super friendly.