Was on a mad hunt for local smoothie joints and The Green Cat did not disappoint! Whole food…read moreingredients are super important in the lifestyle I have. The smoothies were fresh, delicious, and packed with healthy benefits. POST WORKOUT blueberry, banana, vanilla protein, peanut butter, almond milk, agave THE GOLDEN BUDDHA mango, pineapple, banana, cold pressed ginger & carrot juice, coconut water Both of these smoothies were great, but the latter packs a little punch (which I personally love) from the ginger. If you're looking for a more traditional berry smoothie, the Post Workout is a must-try. In my opinion, the pricing matches the quality and it's definitely worth it. The shop was super cute and they had a little shop in the front section. Quick counter service. Some seating inside and a small private parking lot! So glad we finally tried out The Green Cat and I can't wait to go back to try some other menu items soon!

While in VA Beach for business we were looking for a healthy and green dining experience. After…read morechecking previous reviews, we stumbled upon this charming place that exudes warmth and hospitality. We opted for the window counter, captivated by the cool green and white rattan high chairs. The staff was incredibly friendly and patient, accommodating our lack of menu knowledge. We ordered the green goddess soup and green goddess toasts, accompanied by a warm apple cider. The flavors were simply remarkable, a blend of savory and clean, allowing the freshness of the ingredients to really shine through. They also didn't skimp on ingredients, but no a one overpowered the overall flavor. As we enjoyed our meals, the restaurant gradually filled with people, confirming its popularity. The food here is not only healthy but also incredibly delicious. We will be back!

I stopped by Fruitive while running errands on Monday. A delicious gem tucked in the hilltop north…read moreshopping center. When I walked in, I was greeted by the friendly staff and I was drawn to the decor. Straight back it looked like a little library, how cute! For a holiday, it wasn't busy! There were about 6 other people in there, 5 of them being together. After taking way too long to decide, I went with the "coffee date" smoothie which had cold brew coffee, almond milk, banana, peanut butter, raw cacao and dates. The small was $12.12. A little pricey; but for organic nowadays, that's the price you pay! While I waited, I admired the ambiance of the spot, even the bathroom was aesthetic! It happened to be Fruitives birthday over the weekend, so Chris at the front gave me a reusable bamboo straw and a little keychain! So sweet. My order took about 5 minutes! The first sip was exactly what I was looking for. Something refreshing, slightly sweet and the perfect morning pick me up! I enjoyed my smoothie outside for a little before heading out to finish my errands. There's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, depending on your vibe! I definitely look forward to stopping by again to grab one of their food items! The bowls and wraps sounded sooo good.

What a cool Vegan café. I stopped in for a smoothie and salad. The staff greeted me. Smoothie was…read morecoffee based and very filling. The salad was kale based and they offered many options for customizing your salad. The salad was fresh. I will note that I had issues with the app and tried to call the store. There is not a direct number, but chat/text you could use. This was a bit of the pain as the store at the other was the DC location and they have to call Va Beach to get updates. Otherwise, everything else was fine. The space is inviting and I would definitely visit here again.

I ordered a Chipotle Flatbread and received this disaster. I couldn't even feed it to an animal. I…read morehad to throw it away.

Smoothies are delicious, store is super convenient to the oceanfront on Laskin Rd. Some indoor…read moreseating is available to sit down and cool off. Staff is hit or miss, during the weekday around breakfast and lunch, stellar, any other time, slow is probably the best answer. Still a delicious spot for a good lunch

My family and I have been coming here for years. I will say that it gets packed quickly and there…read moreis limited seating. Great for a date but if you are looking to bring a group of 4 it may be a bit of a struggle to find seating during the summer. I got the princess bowl and I think the ratios are perfect. If you like nutella, I would recommend this. Definitely coming back again! Something to note is if you get the poke bowl, all of the fish on the menu is tuna and portions are relatively large!

The food is fresh and has clean ingredients! The cashier is always nice and quick. The interior has…read morecute decor and artworks. Perfect for the beach day!

If you're looking for the ultimate girls' night out in Virginia Beach, Tulu at the Marriott…read moreOceanfront is a must! From the moment we walked in, we were impressed by the sleek coastal vibes, and being able to enjoy cocktails on the patio with sweeping ocean views made the evening feel extra special. Tulu is all about locally sourced, sustainable food, and as someone who pays attention to what I eat, I LOVED their health conscious approach. The menu has tons of gluten and dairy-free options, and the focus on fresh, local ingredients is clear in every bite (and sip)!! We started the night with drinks: a round of espresso martinis (heaven!), a glass of moscato for one friend, and a French 75 for another. The cocktail menu is chef driven, featuring house-infused spirits and fresh ingredients, definitely a highlight if you're a cocktail fan. For dinner, I devoured the Mediterranean Nachos: roasted garlic hummus, crisp pita, mint quinoa tabbouleh, marinated garbanzo beans, kalamata olives, tomatoes, cucumbers, feta, and tzatziki. It was vibrant, flavorful, and a perfect shareable plate. 10 out of 10! My friends had tje Fennel Pollen Dusted Shrimp & Scallops over farro pilaf with asparagus and mushrooms, and Lemon Grilled Mahi Mahi with roasted fingerling potatoes, tomato, romesco, and olive tapenade Chipotle Agave Glazed Salmon paired with fingerling potatoes and a lively escabeche. Oh and we finished the Tiramisu for dessert in 5 seconds. Each dish was beautifully presented, packed with flavor, and didn't weigh us down (bonus: calorie counts are on the menu!). Tulu is a seriously special spot that makes healthy taste indulgent. I can't wait to go back and enjoy a cocktail in the lawn chairs overlooking the waves this summer.

I've said this before and I'll say it again, I really wanted to love this place…read more The hotel itself is nicely decorated. You walk through the lobby to get to the restaurants entrance. We biked here, so I'm unsure how parking works. The restaurant is also stylish with their floating plants above the bar. Floor to ceiling windows wrap the space to let the sunlight in and see the ocean. On the day we ate there, they had all the doors open to let the breeze in with an option to eat on the patio. It was beautiful. The downside to all this open air? Flies! And there were several attacking our food. I was constantly swatting while eating which was a definite mood killer. A little tip, invest in these at your tables Tulu: https://www.homedepot.com/pep/SenQWFa-Portable-Fly-Repellent-Fan-for-Food-Table-Indoor-Outdoor-Picnic-Home-Party-Restaurant-Black-4-Pack-217OFPH012/338937967?g_store=&source=shoppingads&locale=en-US&fp=ggl&pla&mtc=SHOPPING-BF-CDP-GGL-D28I-028_026_PATIO_FURN-NA-NA-NA-PMAX-NA-NA-NA-NA-NBR-NA-NA-NA-PMAX_SHP_JControl24&cm_mmc=SHOPPING-BF-CDP-GGL-D28I-028_026_PATIO_FURN-NA-NA-NA-PMAX-NA-NA-NA-NA-NBR-NA-NA-NA-PMAX_SHP_JControl24-20409861021--==&vector_id=20409861021&vector_source=GOOGLE&vector_campaign=SHOPPING-BF-CDP-GGL-D28I-028_026_PATIO_FURN-NA-NA-NA-PMAX-NA-NA-NA-NA-NBR-NA-NA-NA-PMAX_SHP_JControl24&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20278983498&gbraid=0AAAAADq61UcDXcJMR6Q4Ynx7c-anPRqzY&gclid=CjwKCAjwwJzPBhBREiwAJfHRnSVS1TCZj5ppM3X3ZM4LEL0dDE0Abu6_r1KKcVBi-2IeISZwwBF72xoC-3QQAvD_BwE I ordered the Superfoods Salad (without quinoa, feta, and dressing). I added salmon. Twelve dollars to add salmon is pretty steep, especially for the amount of salmon that I received. Not to mention the salmon was VERY DRY and tasteless. The salad itself was good but could've used some avocado or another "wet" vegetable. My boyfriend got the mushroom flatbread. The crust was thicker than he was expecting, but the man eats anything, so he was satisfied. In my opinion its size wasn't worth the seventeen dollar price tag. I apologize I didn't get a photo, but let's just say it barely filled the plate. A $52 dollar bill for a salad and pizza tells me we're paying for that view (we both had water to drink). The place needed a good sweeping between turning tables too. There were cantaloupe chunks on the floor under our table when we were seated. This doesn't help with their fly problem. Finally, service was incredibly slow and most of their employees looked like they didn't want to be there (i.e. nobody was smiling). The place was semi-busy, but even with a water carafe on our table we still had empty water glasses. Unacceptable. Thankfully, I bring a deck of cards in my purse so we played several rounds while waiting for our food and for the check.

I recently tried Simpli Natural and had a great experience from start to finish. I ordered the wrap…read morecombo, which includes your choice of wrap, a side (chips or fresh fruit), and a juice. I chose the jerk chicken wrap, chips, and the Green Squeeze juice. Everything was fresh and full of flavor. The jerk chicken wrap was well-seasoned and satisfying, the chips were crisp, and the Green Squeeze juice was refreshing and smooth -- not overpowering, just clean and energizing. The service really stood out. My order came out quickly, and instead of calling my name, the staff brought the food directly to my table, which was a nice touch. Customer service was attentive and welcoming the entire time. Overall, great food, great service, and a pleasant experience. I'll definitely be returning and would recommend Simpli Natural to anyone looking for fresh, flavorful options.

Simpli Natural is a new establishment that has been open for less than a year I believe. When you…read morewalk inside it gives you such relaxing vibe. The lights are not super bright and the soft music in the background. The customer service was great, not only is it a juice bar but they also serve food. If you are ever in the area and is wanting to try something new please give this place a visit.

We had the pleasure to be able to try out DC Fresh Eats Food Truck this past weekend during the Va…read moreBeach Surf Art Vender Event, and while food truck choices were limited they did have the best menu for our current cravings. The flavor was amazing for my choice, the' spicy burrito meal', only negatives was the rice was undercooked. Had it not been for that, it would have been absolutely perfect. Between the flavor and spice level I honestly thought that it had the potential of being my favorite new try of the month. 4/5 My sister on the other hand got the club sandwich on a croissant meal, sadly she said even though it was good it was just too dry. Visually a bit messy but fresh produce was prevalent. 3/5 We both ordered a pineapple smoothie, good but a tad too watery and I'm sure the heat of the day did make it worse as it melted the smoothie so quickly. 3/5 She also ordered a plain cheese quesadilla, it was supposed to be kids sized but I believe since they had forgot to make it they hurriedly made a large sized one. It was just your basic cheese quesadilla. Our two main meals came with chips and a drink, for the price this was a great deal. While service was good, it was slow. The young man who took our order did have a positive attitude but with it only being 2 people working and a large group of people wanting to order or receive their order; the wait was hard. Service was 4/5 . In the end I think they did a great job and I'm sure they'll keep working towards being one of the best Food Trucks in our area. Worth a try.

It's a Family Affair...guess who planted the seeds…read more.. While Selden Market I met Danni, the co-owner of Bellas Creations and talk about giving off good vibes...she had an encouraging spirit and so much personality! It immediately felt like I had met a new addition to my 757 Fam! Also, I found out her family has an entrepreneurial spirit! Her sister owns Isabel's Comfy Co. (soft blankets and pillows) and her brother owns DC Smoothie (food truck). Based upon Danni's recommendation...I checked out DC Smoothie which was located at Farmhouse Brewing for the day. As soon as, I pulled up Danni's husband greeted me like family! He had a huge smile and said, Danni told me you were on the way; what can I get you? I felt so welcomed! I almost thought he was going get real 757 and ask me; how your momma' and them doing? Well, I ordered one of the best smoothies ever and tacos!! It was a great experience...I will definitely be back! Side Note: God is always placing the right people in your life to give you messages, help you find your way, and/or let you know you are on the right path. Danni dropped a few jewels that resonated with me that I would like to share for Women's History Month: 1. I want you to win just as much me... 2. Be that person... 3. Go above and beyond... 4. People over profits... 5. Be proud of who you are... 6. Lean into who you are... 7. Community over competition...

Absolutely love Session. We sadly moved away from VB but regularly enjoyed getting breakfast there…read more I still think about their breakfast fried rice. Yum. Everything we've tried was so good! Fantastic staff. Wonderful outdoor space. Nothing bad to say.

I visited a few months ago with a friend for lunch and we enjoyed ourselves. I like that they have…read morebreakfast all day and I chose the breakfast burrito bc I'm really on a kick where I like those right now. We both got smoothies and they were large and tasted very very fresh with lots of fresh ingredients (not the watery ones you know only had some concentrate). Order at the counter and find your own seat-type place. Seating was mostly full but we lucked out with one available table that they had to bus and wipe down for us. The patio is really cute when the weather is warm. I liked the menu and could see this being a cute place to come with friends for lunch or bring out of town folks if they want to try a new brunch or lunch spot.

Getting a smoothie from Big Island Smoothie is a must every time I go to Lynnhaven Mall. Its…read morelocation is close to JC Penney and right outside of H&M. My favorite flavor is the Maui Smoothie which consists of strawberry, banana and pineapple. The lady that prepares the smoothies is super sweet and happily greets all of her customers. I love that they offer "loyalty cards" as well. After buying 6 smoothies, your 7th is free. If you haven't tried their refreshing smoothies by now, definitely grab one the next time you're in the mall! You'll love them!!!

Big island Smoothie has been one of the staples in the Lynnhaven mall for years! If you need…read moresomething healthy and refreshing to help fill you up, this is the place to always go to. My favorite is the Maui Smoothie. The fruit is always fresh. The smoothie Auntie is so loving and caring and always has a smile on her face. There are plenty of places to sit when you are here. Sadly I did see they were trying to sell the smoothie booth on facebook marketplace. I really hope they stay. The place always looks clean and maintained.