We recently tried Nautical Bowls for the first time, and we have a new standard against which to judge all other açaí bowl shops and smoothie shops! The Nauti Bowl (my selection) was a heaping bowl of açaí and pitaya topped generously with peanut butter, banana, granola, and cacao nibs. I got the second-smallest size, and even so, was very full. The peanut butter and banana really make this bowl filling! My partner built his own bowl, and was quite excited that the options were so open-ended. The staff were super helpful, especially once we told them we hadn't been in before. I really appreciated the flexibility of being able to choose between house specialty bowls (which you can adjust as desired) or building your own from scratch. I also liked the variety of sizes: four options, ranging from small to quite large. The shop is clean, bright, and comfortable, with boppy music playing. It was a welcoming spot to sit and eat. Note: I was initially going to give Nautical Bowls four stars because it's casual counter service, but here's the thing I realized: they should be compared against their immediate peers (not, for example, a fine dining restaurant), and in that realm, they knock it out of the park! read more

Nautical Bowls - A "dinghy" sized Nauti Bowl and a "cruiser" sized Build Your Own. - Acai Bowls Near Me - Oro Valley, Arizona

Nautical Bowls was a surprisingly fun treat for me, as I don't tend to gravitate towards places that serve açai bowls and the like. However, I knew I would like it when I found out that they have frozen, sorbet like bases, including chocolate. I sampled the chocolate, coconut, and a few fruit based flavors, and ultimately decided on the chocolate with just a small amount of coconut. For toppings, I went with some fresh strawberries, frozen shaved strawberries, their Tropical Harmony drizzle (which had passion fruit in it), and some matcha powder on top. The friendly staff at the counter built the bowl for me as I picked my bases and toppings. They scooped out the sorbet base and flattened it in the bowl. It made the sorbet become a little less frozen than I'd prefer by the end, but It was delicious nevertheless. This was really refreshing on a hot afternoon. I didn't notice the matcha very much, but the other parts were more prominent. Ultimately my favorite was the chocolate sorbet. Everything they serve is dairy- free, egg- free, gluten- free, and soy -free. They offer a coconut based whipped cream. I had a coupon, which reduced the price significantly. The price of $8.95 for the 8 oz Kayak Unlimited Toppings Bowl before applying my coupon seemed high for me personally but I do recognize that everything is house-made from good quality ingredients. My general rating system: 1 star: I would stay away 2 stars: Has some good things about it but I generally don't recommend. 3 stars: Pretty good. I wouldn't go out of my way to go back but a decent place 4 stars: Great place. I would go back. 5 stars: I highly recommend stopping whatever you are doing and making plans to try it out! An Evie favorite! read more

Nautical Bowls - Acai Bowls Near Me - Oro Valley, Arizona

Some lovely servers and they made me bowl super quick. The food was impeccable as per usual everyone was just super happy and nice and did a great job of making me feel welcomed. read more

Nautical Bowls - Acai Bowls Near Me - Oro Valley, Arizona

At the recommendation of the super friendly girl working, I got the cocoa and coconut base which was the best idea! I've come to realize I don't like their granola so I kept that out and added strawberries, blueberries, and mango on top. WOW. This was just as good as ice cream and fulfilled my chocolate craving. I brought it home to keep in the freezer and munch on all week. Honestly, that combo is one of my new favorite desserts in town. YUM! read more

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I don't get to go here often, but I was able to a couple weeks ago. I got the new kayak 8oz. size bowl (perfect size by the way) . I the girls at the front were really helpful and allowed us to try the different bases, which we really appreciated. I ended up making my own creation, which was really delicious. The fruit also very fresh and I really like the options, including the syrup you can put on top! read more

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Very cool place. Lots of choices for frozen dessert outside of Açai. Was able to try various flavors. Went with a make your own and it was yummy! The staff were friendly and the place was clean with nautical themed decorations and furniture! I would definitely come back. read more

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YUM! After a workout at planet fitness, getting a smoothie with protein from Nautical Bowls is the BEST. Such a cute themed place. The two staff gals were very nice & helpful. The immune boost smoothie was so tasty! The store was nice & clean. My sis and I sat on the patio for a bit since the weather was nice. Great spot, we'll be back! read more

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What a wonderful first experience! From the moment we walked in, Lauren and Valerie made our family feel genuinely welcome. As first-time visitors, we had plenty of questions while looking over the menu, and they were incredibly patient, kind, and happy to help us choose. The açaí bowls were delicious, but what really stood out was the exceptional customer service. We stopped by on our daughter's 5th birthday, and they went out of their way to make her feel so special. That small act of kindness meant so much to our family and was the perfect way to start her birthday. Welcome to a place that serves both amazing food and warm hospitality. We'll definitely be back. Thank you, Lauren and Valerie, for making our morning so memorable! read more

Nautical Bowls - Build your own - Acai Bowls Near Me - Oro Valley, Arizona

Love this place! Fantastic service, great smoothies and bowls. I recommend a visit to everyone.

Absolutely loved this spot! Beyond them being super friendly, the smoothie and bowl we got were soooo good. Ordered the Anchors Away smoothie which was . And did a build your own bowl with acai, blue majik, and vanilla chia pudding with lots of fruit and granola on top. Was so happy with my choices, it was delicious. Our baby tipped over the table and dropped the smoothie on the ground ‍ and they were just so nice about it. Everything really hit the spot. read more

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Ordered the Anchors Away smoothie for the 1st time & it was delicious! I was even given a small cup of the extra smoothie from the blender- fun little bonus! Service was friendly and quick! read more

I came here for the second time and started by trying all their base layer options since I didn't want a sweet base. I ended up building my own bowl with: Acai Spirulina Chia Pudding Honey Oat Granola Strawberries Blueberries Almonds Coconut Flakes It was absolutely delicious! Every time I think about it, I want another one. Next time, I might order the Cruiser Blue Bay Bowl and swap out a couple of ingredients to make it a little more cost-effective. The bowls are amazing, but definitely on the pricier side. read more

Amazing & refreshing the best açaí bowl I've ever eaten . The fruit is always tasty & fresh. Extremely filling without feeling stuffed. The staff is knowledgeable , friendly proving service with a smile. Seating inside to enjoy or out on the patio. Some may find the pricing a bit high but these bowls & smoothies are truly worth what you spend. read more

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This place is my new addiction. Absolutely love it. They have really great specials and very kind friendly staff. Always clean, and very welcoming to families. read more

Nautical Bowls is a great addition to Oro Valley! When I was in Hawaii, I really enjoyed the thicker sorbet-like acai bowls to the thinner smoothie style bowls. It'ss really nice to find a place that offers those here in Tucson. There are many places that offer smoothies or blended fruit bowls but where Nautical Bowls really stands out is their freshly ground peanut butter. This will be a must on all my bowls from here on out. I love that the bowls aren't too sweet. I did omit the honey and granola so I think with those things, it would have been too sweet for my taste. If you're in the area, it is definitely worth a try! And don't forget the peanut butter! read more

Love this place! Everyone is always super friendly and the bowls and smoothies are delicious. LOVE the vibes inside as well. I have a lot of allergies and it's nice to know that they're so good with allergies there and everything they have is safe for me. Thank you! read more

I don't frequently visit this part of town, but I was thrilled to discover a Tucson Foodie promotion in the app. Finding Nautical Bowls was straightforward, and parking was hassle-free. Upon entering the shop, I was immediately impressed by the decor and cleanliness. Each table was equipped with crayons for coloring, making it very kid-friendly! The staff warmly welcomed me as soon as I arrived. I opted for the big island bowl, which featured a variety of ingredients and leaned toward the sweeter side. It was prepared promptly, and the staff processed my discount when I presented my coupon in the Tucson Foodie app. I enjoyed sitting on the outdoor patio, where it was peaceful and I could see the view a of the mountains. The bowl was delicious! I look forward to returning the next time I'm in the area. read more

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Absolutely love nautical bowls! So many yummy bowl combinations. I've tried a few--the Nauti bowl, the paddle bowl, and the protein bowl--and all are delicious. They also have smoothies--I haven't tried any yet, but plan to. Love the mural on the wall and the dedicated lake/nautical theme. Service is always friendly. They have a rewards program too so be sure to sign up for that. In addition to the amazing food, they have special deals each weekday. Tuesday is toddler Tuesday and you get a free toddler size bowl with the purchase of a regular bowl. I love to take my toddler on Tuesdays. She loves the bowl and they set out crayons and coloring paper! I think Wednesday is senior day with a discount for seniors. I can't remember the other deals, but definitely check them out--something for everyone! We will be back! read more

Love this place! Such a nice, healthy alternative to ice cream. I mean, I like ice cream but sometimes nice to have something a little lighter. There are several pre-made options to order or you can make your own choices for a bowl. I chose a pre-made bowl with a bit of several ingredients. We had 2 different bowls and both were great! They have different fruits for toppings as well as hemp -seed, coconut flakes, and several others. The colors are beautiful and so appetizing. A cool treat on a hot day or any day really :-) The staff were really helpful In explaining the different choices. Great place for a family outing or a fun date night. Cute indoor seating area and a few outdoor seats as well. I'd be in trouble if there was a store where I live! Delicious!!!! read more

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Love it. Staff was amazing and 1st trying the nautibowl. Instantly hooked, highly recommended as a refreshing alternative to the daily.

Update! I love this place. But, not only do they serve up delicious, healthy bowls, they partner and give back throughout the community. A few things I was able to learn are they are partnering with LA Fitness, serving healthy coffees and juices, along with protein snacks while LA Fitness has some of their most popular bowls. They have bowls at El Conquistador in the snack bar and poolside. They work with the community's sports teams from youth to over 55, giving a portion of the profits to the teams. They will cater and work with you on an event. This is a family owned franchise and we are so lucky to have this young couple in our neighborhood. Try it, you'll like it! read more

Nautical Bowls - Zona Bowl - Acai Bowls Near Me - Oro Valley, Arizona

Amazing!!!!!!!! I tried the coffee smoothie with honey added to it, and I'm in love. Thank you read more

Nautical Bowls - Acai Bowls Near Me - Oro Valley, Arizona

Let me tell you, Apple makes the best bowls at this location. The portions were spot on and the açaí was the perfect temperature. That bowl didn't stand a chance. read more

I had a mango smoothie with vital peptide protein added in and it was surprisingly delicious! I thought there would be a protein-shake texture associated with the add-on but the smoothie remained silky smooth texture. Flavors were on point and it was not too sweet. I honestly think this is a great post-workout place to stop by, though it is a bit expensive for the small portion that you get in a smoothie or bowl. Definitely will stop by again! Check out their daily promotion flyer. read more

Lots of variety of acai bowls and smoothies. Friendly staff and fast service. The entire place was super clean. read more

Nautical Bowls - Protein bowl - Acai Bowls Near Me - Oro Valley, Arizona

This was definetly delicious and so fresh. I had a hard time deciding what to get and the girls up front gave some recommendations based on if u like sweet or not. I got the sunrise bowl, even my 5 year old was a fan. He got a customizable with blue majik and peanut butter. They were friendly and the bowls were made very fast. The inside was cozy and adorable and true to theme. The only downside I could say is that we had to drive about 45 mins to get there. Wish they had one closer to my home! I'd give it a 4.5 stars. I also like that they had specials that weren't on the menu. read more

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As the name suggest, everything is a nautical, beach like theme, a very chill vibe once you get inside. Zoey greeted me as soon as I walked in. An older guy peaked his head out the back but he didn't say anything. They have a visual menu board but a smaller version on the counter. I had to ask but she told me I could get any of the bowls or opt for a smoothie. I chose the paddle bowl: blue majic, mango, coconut, granola, strawberries, coconut flakes and honey. The honey was pretty prevalent in the bowl, kind of overpowered EVERYTHING else but it was a really sweet, refreshing treat. I'd try something a lil more tame next time. The fruit was really fresh and the acai was smooth, a good start to my day! read more

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Friendly staff. I was greeted when I walked in. They offered some suggestion. I liked everything in the Nauti bowl but not the peanut butter. I asked for a small scoop and only took a couple of bites. It was too rich. They are more expensive than other Açaí bowl stores. The decor was cute with the surf board tables and it was clean and bright. read more

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Super friendly and helpful staff and the bowls are delicious :) Eat in or take out and the place is cute inside.

I was fairly happy with nautical bowls, although I will say that these bowls were too sweet for me. I think most people would be happy, as I don't eat refined sugar. Although they claimed that there was no refined sugar in the bowl, my experience left me wondering. The combination of taste was really great, peanut butter was a welcome addition to my morning. Nice staff. read more

Delicious bowls. Friendly staff. Over all a good experience. I thought I would save 1/2 my bowl for later but it was so good I ate the whole thing read more

Very tasty frozen treats. Very lovely place and the staff are very friendly and helpful. Great location and easy to get to from anywhere in town. It was a bit of a drive for me but it was worth it. Take your kids and enjoy a lazy afternoon having some fresh frozen treats. read more

What a great find! The staff was friendly and informative. They had great nutritional info as well. I'd think of these bowls more of dessert than healthy and nutritious, but definitely worth a try. The venue has cute and stylish decor. Will have to try the smoothies next time! read more

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The workers need to learn some manners. I ordered to go - which means no extra effort (delivery, waiting on me at a table , etc) I tipped and am sick of ppl not saying thank you. It's not like they're waitresses Idc if you think I'm a Karen. For a $16 bowl of fruit and protein you better be a little better to your customers. Have some manners and THANK ppl for tips that you don't deserve anyway. read more

We didn't have anything at home, so we decided to support a smaller business. Upon entering, you will see an ocean theme with painted walls and surf-shaped tables. The staff are friendly and don't mind waiting if you're having a hard time deciding what to order. The food is made at light speed and with quality! All the bases are delicious, but my favorite is the Blue Majik. No matter what bowl you get, it's always amazing. The price is fair, and overall it's a wonderful experience to dine here. I will keep going back and encourage others to. read more

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Yum! Stopped in on a quiet Friday afternoon when I was looking for something different for lunch since my bf had his wisdom teeth pulled out a few days ago. The place itself is bright and airy with a beachy kind of vibe to it. The gentleman behind the counter asked if I'd been there before and when I said I hadn't he kind of showed me the ropes explaining the options for bases and different toppings if I wanted to create my own concoction as well as some of the tried and true combinations they have already on the menu. I got a bowl with the coconut, açaí and Blu Majik base topped with granola, strawberry, and banana. I got M a bowl with a pitaya/Açaí base topped with strawberries, banana and drizzled with honey. Since I was taking it home they packed it up nice for me even putting a cute little message on the bag thanking me for my order. Half way through eating his bowl, my bf who's actually a man of few words actually said "This is F'n delicious!" I'd have to agree. read more

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Really like that Nautical offers healthy, dairy free options for their bowls. The bases were just the right amount of sweet and the fresh fruit and toppings added great flavor and texture. The staff was super helpful and patient in explaining all the options and they had fun discussion questions in jars at each table. read more

We came to grab a bowl after a hike one afternoon and it was the perfect way to cool off! They were refreshing and surprisingly filling! Can't wait to go back and try some other flavors! read more

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I must say I wasn't expecting this place to be as good as it was! They are above and beyond other smoothie bowl places. Others taste very sweet and sugary. I was impressed by how fresh and naturally sweet everything tasted. The ingredients are very, very impressive! They are actually good for you, and it's obvious they care about quality! I got a mix of the blue and pink bases, which were amazing! The service was great! I asked the one working there what her favorite was, and it did not disappoint! The ambiance is beachy and chill. I will definitely be back and would recommend it to anyone who is a smoothie bowl lover like myself! read more

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I love nautical bowls! I'm addicted. We go at least four times a week. Or more. I sometimes have the wild wake for dinner. It's my favorite. I love all the people who work there. They are friendly and fun! read more