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    Better Blend

    4.6 (47 reviews)
    Open 7:30 am - 7:30 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Cinnamon Toast Crunch
    Zohabe B.

    Better Blend is a beautiful shop in the heart of downtown with a creative and very healthy menu! I got the cinnamon toast crunch shake as it was recommended to me by the server and my friend got the blueberry. The smalls were reasonably priced as well. And the first sip was great! But after that it was very difficult to finish. The overwhelming taste of artificial sweetener was not pleasant and the more we drank the less appealing our drinks got. While they are able to make these shakes high protein and low calorie, the strong taste of Stevia is too much to overlook.

    Ruthie B.

    Fantastic service and yummy smoothies. I was very impressed with the menu of protein smoothies... sooooo many flavors to choose from. I ordered the Blueberry Cake Donut and Strawberry Shortcake and was not disappointed. I look forward to visiting Cincinnati again so I can try other flavors from here.

    Super Bowl with Banana Strawberries Granola Peanut Butter
    Julia C.

    Okay, okay-- it's about time I write a TEN STAR review for this place seeing as I go every single day when I'm home! Let me ask you something... where else (not just in Cincinnati, but in all of America tbh...) can you buy an Acai Bowl FOR under $10 with toppings, no added sugar, and legit the fastest service you've ever had anywhere of any type of food... the answer is literally NOWHERE in the country other than at Better Blend in DT Cincy. I consider myself a walking billboard for Better Blend's Acai bc I order a Super Bowl everyday (YUM!) with my four toppings for $9.99, and I walk across the city with it-- to my home, to my office, to Fountain Square, into OTHER restaurants to meet friends (ooops!)--and everyone who sees it can't help but ask "Woah, where'd you get that!?" Because it's THAT delicious and refreshing looking! I'll add some pics here but know this is just a fraction of our outings together lol. This is not the kind of place people generally stay and eat. I'd recommend ordering to-go... but with service like theirs, you could quite literally double-park, order, receive your order, and leave before a single other car pulls past on 4th (not recommended-- just a hyperbolic example). The people are awesome-- Zach always helps me-- and I love that it's a locally owned spot (other chain locations). Go Better Blend!!! And yes, I will officially be your Better Blender Influencer if you ask.

    Smoothie bowls
    Skyy S.

    MY GO TO!! Better blend is the best. I always order after work, and it's ready by time I get there. The fruit is always fresh, and the smoothies are consistent. Employees are friendly and super helpful! Definitely recommend trying if you haven't.

    Kelli R.

    This is my new breakfast/lunch/dinner spot! It tasted delicious and even better it is healthy! I would eat something from this menu once a day if I could! All the flavors were amazing but my favorite thing on the menu is the acie bowl. Please please come here and try everything on the menu!

    I mixed a scoop of vanilla protein powder with my smoothie bowl-- so good!
    Ashley M.

    This is the BEST smoothie bowl and protein shake place I've ever had. The flavors are delicious and their shakes are low sugar! Their smoothie bowls have zero added sugars and are so colorful and full of antioxidants. I love getting the combo with a snack size shake and smoothie bowl, you get the best of both worlds! They have protein buckeyes, poptarts, and cinnamon rolls. I really appreciate how nice their staff is too.

    Grab and go items
    Brandon C.

    I was very excited to try this place after seeing their menu online. They have a lot of unique sounding flavors and they pride themselves on their smoothies making you feel full. Unfortunately this is what disappointed me. I was looking forward to a big smoothie with a unique flavor, but was ultimately unable to order that. They offer a great selection of non dairy milk options, but the protein they use in their smoothies (what makes them filling) is whey. Due to dietary restrictions I ended up getting a basic blend smoothie instead. It was alright, but there are a lot cheaper and better places that offer smoothies like that.

    Tori M.

    I kept meaning to walk here but never seemed to make it. Glad I was finally able to tonight because a smoothy really hit the spot. I wasn't sure what I was going to order and really appreciate the help picking just the right blend (which was slightly off menu but excellent). Now that I've been here I'm sure it will be a regular stop for a snack or bowl.

    Cute seating area
    Stina T.

    This is my new go to spot! Visiting from California... I've been seeking out all the healthy options in Cincy. I've never had wellness taste SO GOOD. For my first visit, I have the Lean N Green smoothie & the dragon fruit based açaí bowl. I'll probably be back every day my entire stay. I was jealous of myself looking at my photo of the gorgeous bowl. The colors and vibe of the spot is also on point. Ps. The employees are so welcoming and helpful - don't be afraid to go in and try something!

    Sample sized Açaí Bowl
    Parker G.

    Really like the options here! I'm a big smoothie guy at home, but end up drinking the same flavors every time. The blends here have unique flavors that are intended to mimic desserts. It was mentioned that many of them have full servings of vitamins in each which they are able to add through their powders. So you're eating something that satisfies the sweet tooth, but also isn't nutritionally empty nor calorically dense! Win-win in my book. The staff was awesome here too. See's to be operated by a local family and the team was passionate about their mission of helping people make better diet choices. They were more than willing to answer questions we had. I'd definitely recommend for any sorta grab and go or even an early afternoon craving.

    Reese's Cup and Pineapple Dole Whip

    Better Blend is truly the best! For me, what makes Better Blend stand out among other smoothie places is the nutrition label. Their shakes have protein and are way lower in calories and sugar than competing smoothie shops. I also love the variety offered at Better Blend! If you aren't feeling a protein shake, then they have delicious smoothie bowls as well. It truly never disappoints!

    Green Goddess with energy boost

    I'm OBSESSED with Better Blends! They have the freshest smoothies and bowls and so many flavors to try! It's also so easy to order through the app. It's always ready for pickup in 5 minutes! Everyone is so nice as well, they have even learned my name and some of my favorite blends!

    Bobby F.

    Great space and amazing shake. I had the butter pecan. I did not expect such a genuine BP taste w such low calorie, sugar, and fat plus high protein.

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    3 years ago

    Açaí bowl was good. Service was great. It's located near my home. It's a clean place too.

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    4 years ago

    So good! I've been on the hunt for a great smoothie bowl around Cincy and have been coming up short until I tried this place.

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    4 years ago

    Our go-to smoothie place! So delicious and healthy. My favorite is the peanut butter Oreo blend.

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    5 years ago

    Great spot downtown for healthy smoothies/shakes that don't taste like a health food.

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    Almost V'Gan Lounge

    Almost V'Gan Lounge

    4.1(30 reviews)
    0.6 miDowntown

    We visited this place while in town for the Blk Wine Fest! It was on their list of places for a pre…read moreevent wine crawl. They had a dj who did not miss the vibes! Plus, free VEGAN wine sampling. Let me say that we are not vegan but love to try different foods & we enjoyed everything we ordered, including the drinks. Everything was also very filling. We split 3 apps between us 2 & couldn't finish them This was a nice black owned spot to support during our weekend visit!

    I discovered Almost V'gan while in town for work and walking the streets of downtown Cincy. They…read morehad a sign out front that mentioned they do vegan food and as a vegetarian of seventeen years, it was like they were calling my name. I also noticed that they are Black-owned,which is awesome to see. At the time, they had only been open for, I wanna say, two-ish weeks so my colleague and I decided to give it a go. The staff was eager to greet us and we got a seat right away. The space itself is magnificent. The bright bursts of color caught my attention first. It's definitely a vibrant space, modern, trendy, photogenic, fun, and creative. You got to check out the bathrooms - so cool! From what I gathered, the owner helped design it himself. The service is what stood out next. Everyone was so friendly, the chef and owner came to our table to check in, which is always a nice touch. As for food, I was only in for a quick bite so I went with the kale caesar salad and a side of truffle fries. I love me a good kale caesar and that definitely hit the spot. The only con with the food was that the serving sizes were rather small for the price. I believe this spot turns into a nightlife experience in the evenings. They have a full bar and even a DJ booth. I would no doubt visit again in the evening. It's great for a date night or evening with friends. Overall, I hope they succeed and recommend you give them a try, even if you don't like vegan food.

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    Almost V'Gan Lounge
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    Herban Vegans

    Herban Vegans

    4.4(27 reviews)
    6.9 miOakley

    Not sure what happened to Herban. I usually love this place and am a big supporter of local…read morebusinesses. We went there this afternoon to get a bite to eat. The place was relatively empty. It took over an half an hour for our food to be prepped even tho the place was relatively empty. Our oyster mushroom wings where quite tasty but the rest... The fries we ordered were super greasy, the gumbo tasted burned, the sliders where just ok. Bummer... I am still giving 3 stars and hope it was a one time bad experience..

    I was looking for a spot to grab lunch and came across Oakley kitchen. This was my first time at…read morethis food court, ample parking outside, lots of sitting indoors. Herban Vegans was the first restaurant window that caught my eye. I'm not Vegan but menu looked appealing so I decided to get the lunch menu/ platter. It was the jackfruit ribs + 3 sides. I went with the savory mixed greens, mac, and potato salad. And my my MY! What a flavor explosion. The jackfruit was flavorful, I gobbled it up and wished they had given a bigger serving. The Mac! Where do I even start? It honestly tastes better than some Mac and cheese I've had. I don't know how they got it creamy and delicious and yet still vegan, but I'm a fan! The potato salad was also a yummy win for me. Stumbling on this restaurant was a pleasant surprise. Definitely check it out!

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    Herban Vegans - Bang bang "shrimp"

    Bang bang "shrimp"

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    Chicken sandwich and their miracle Mac --appropriately named.

    Herban Vegans - Fish tacos.... Omgggggg yes!

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    Fish tacos.... Omgggggg yes!

    Nolia - Peach skillet cobbler

    Nolia

    4.6(165 reviews)
    0.9 miOver-the-Rhine

    This visit was such a treat! I made a reservation and got a front row seat of the kitchen by…read moresitting at the bar. Both my server and manager were so engaging and friendly, it didn't feel like I was dining alone. The space itself definitely doesn't make it feel like you're in Cincy- very warm and inviting. I settled on the cornbread, which is a menu staple. The butter on top felt so decadent and the cornbread itself was very savory. For my entree, I chose the jollof and the veggie selection for the evening which was grilled okra with a banana gastrique. That alone felt so cool, I had to order it. The jollof was so good, so filling, perfectly spiced and Chef actually broke it down for me all the spices he used to capture that flavor. I wish I had room for dessert, but I didn't want to go too crazy! Between the service (which they make it a point to open the door for everyone), the open kitchen, the food and then since I was a tourist they gave me recs for so many places to go in the city, I'm happy to rate this place 5 stars.

    Have been to Nolia at least a dozen times. Chef Jeff always has an interesting menu that changes…read morequarterly. Through all of our visits, we've had some truly wonderful meals, but this one may have been the top! We were immediately greeted at the door by Kristen who welcomed us back and showed is to our preferred table. Shortly after, Henry introduced himself as our server. Having already previewed the just dropped summer menu, we had a pretty good idea what we wanted. Henry shared some specials and we got to to ordering. The tuna appetizer was a great start. Three different cuts of tuna with a peach and oil sauce. The fish was amazing with the slight peach flavor amping it up a notch. Great start. Next we had the pork belly skewer. The pork belly was grilled with a drizzle of Alabama bbq. The pork belly was so tender and flavorful. Again, plenty of smiles to go around. For the main course, we shared the fish and iberico mains. The fish this night was swordfish which was so flavorful and moist. The iberico was tender and, for me, the corn maque choux made the dish. I could have eaten a big bowl of that goodness! Though we dont normally order desert, we did get to peach skillet cobbler. A perfect light tasty finish to the meal. Throughout the evening, Henry was the perfect server, happy to share his observations and always with a smile. Love when we get a minute with Chef Jeff as well. So glad we got to experience this menu so early. We well for sure be back before the next seasonal switch.

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    Nolia - Potatoes Murros - fried potatoes and chimichurri

    Potatoes Murros - fried potatoes and chimichurri

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