1/24/26: smoothies were good, service was meh. Won't return. Popped in this morning after enjoying the Tempe Blooms, needing a pick me up. Place was completely empty. The young gentleman behind the counter was friendly, helping me choose between a couple drinks. I dropped a couple bucks into the tip jar, to which he replied, "thank you, I appreciate that". He walked to the back never to be seen again. A young gal brought our drinks out, announcing them (in an emotionally dead voice) then high-tailed it to the back. We picked them up & sat down but then became uncertain which was which as they were both red, and though they were different sizes, it was possible they put the wrong one in the wrong size. We returned to the counter to inquire & the young gal came back out to clarify the flavors. Again, no emotion, no friendliness. Sat down again & started sipping. It was then that I remembered the Raspberry Riot had a blue vanilla cashew drizzle. As you can see in the picture, neither smoothie shows any blue drizzle. I returned to the counter, asking about the missing drizzle. It was corrected, w/ a slightly more friendly interchange. A few minutes later, I discovered my sister added a tip to the credit card transaction; clearly she did not see me add cash to the tip jar. I came extremely close to returning to the counter one final time to take my tip back but she talked me out of it. That being said, we will not be returning to this particular Nekter location. read more

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Yummy and delicious - I got the orange crush for the vitamin c and the Acai bowl. They also gave me extra granola. read more

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I'm a student who keeps coming back and hoping my next food will be good but it never is. i only walk 2 minutes to my apt from the store and always my bowl is liquid and barely frozen and my shots come out the wrong color, and with other vegetable chunks and idek what inside. Pretty annoying i'm spending $20 and tipping for them to be this lazy and not care. read more

I was really bummed after our recent visit. We were in Tempe visiting my son and decided to grab açai bowls with the kids, something we used to do daily at Nekter and always loved. Unfortunately, the quality and service have clearly declined. We ordered custom modifications (removing some items and adding others), but nothing came out as requested. My daughter's Acai bowl tasted like dirt, which was especially off-putting. My açai bowl arrived with frozen raspberry pieces on top instead of the fresh toppings we expected. For $65, this was incredibly disappointing. The two young staff members seemed to have no clue what they were doing and were difficult to deal with when we pointed out the issues. I considered asking for a refund but decided it wasn't worth the hassle. We used to rely on Nekter for fresh, high-quality bowls, but this location fell far short of what it used to be. Hopefully they can improve training and consistency moving forward. read more

This store had no parking for customer.. only walking customer Pick up online order .. stay away this store read more

I love Nekter and go all the time in North Phoenix but today I stopped in at the one in Tempe, and I was super disappointed. My smoothie bowl was given to me soupy and with no flavor. I asked to have it remade but it was remade the same exact way. (It looked and tasted like it was just poured into another cup.) I get this bowl all the time usually and I've never had it be like this. Employees were nice, but it was just not right and I ended up throwing it away. I hate to leave a bad review but it just felt like the person didn't care enough to actually fix it for me. read more

I was really craving a smoothie and it was pretty good, not amazing but what you'd expect for such a high price. It had to be relatively decent for the price you're paying, you know? It looked like people were studying and they had some comfy-ish looking chairs to sit in. Really close to campus, so that's definitely a plus. read more

Have tried the acai superfood bowl and the acai peanut butter bowl. Both are delicious, and could be a meal in themselves as they are huge and filling. Keep in mind that while these bowls are healthier than Jamba Juice, they still have a whopping number of carbs, but their calorie count is okay if you're using them as meal substitutes. It's a casual place, so you order at the counter and can take it to go or sit outside. Hoping to try the cold brew smoothie one day! read more

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My first visit here wasn't the best experience, but my 2nd experience was great! This is why I'm a firm believer in giving second chances! Lol I'm only giving it a 4-star instead of a 5-star because the location is hassle to get to. It's in the ASU Tempe area, and y'all know finding parking over there is always a blah. But, besides that, I'm pleased! I downloaded their rewards app and was given a free smoothie or bowl. So, hurry up and download their app before it ends, it's a sweet deal! And, use my code lol Jas93H9079 Considering I wasn't a fan of the smoothie last time, I decided to go with a bowl this time. I ordered the Açaí Mango bowl which is blended açaí, banana, pineapple, mango, and coconut water; topped with hempseed granola, coconut flakes, banana, strawberry, and pineapple. I loved it! It was very tasty and refreshing. All of the fruits were fresh and ripe, and it made my afternoon! Likewise, aside from the hassle of getting to this place. I loved the decor, it's very cozy and chill. I can see why they chose that location. I'd imagine students come in, in and out all day to take a quick break; on top of it being quiet enough to get some studying done or take a nap lol. If I were a student, always in that area, I think I'd go there often. And, I really liked how they have a bulletin. It's kinda hidden behind the sign, but if you look, you can get info from ppl offering tutoring services and what such, which I thought was great. You know what, I'll give this place a 4.5-stars instead of 4 for looking out for the students lol But, if I'm ever in that area, I'll definitely stop by to get a smoothie bowl. read more

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Loved the setup! Super cute & festive. Only thing was they didn't have apples for the drink both of the detox drinks I wanted! It's all good, made me try something new. I also tried the collagen water with lemon super amazing taste if you love lemon water!! I go my birthday ginger shot!!! Just missing soap in one bathroom and paper towels in another one.. that's all I would have a suggestion about read more

Nekter Juice Bar - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

I ordered a dragonfruit bowl with vanilla whey protein, and fresh berries on top. When I got it it came back soupy, no berries, no vanilla protein, soggy granola, brown banana slices and way too much coconut flakes I literally had to scoop out 8 spoonfuls of coconut. This was my first time ordering from this location and I'm disappointed read more

AMAZING AÇAÍ BOWLS! One of my friends actually recommended this place so when I passed by this location I decided to check it out. They have a large VARIETY of fresh juices, smoothies, and bowls!! In addition, they have added BOOSTS and BYO bowls! They even offer GLUTEN-FREE granola as a substitute. I got the açaí banana bowl and WOW, it tasted so FRESH and was very LIGHT! What I really LIKED about the bowl was that it wasn't super sweet, it didn't taste like it had a bunch of added sugar. The main source of sweetness came from the blueberries and some of the granola chunks. At first, I was sorta apprehensive because it was $10 for ONE bowl. However, it was very FILLING. I actually wasn't able to finish mine. It's something that could easily be split between two people! The ambiance was very RELAXING and such a great place to get some work done. I LOVE that they have outlets by the table to keep your laptops charged. Whether you're in need of a refreshing bowl on a hot day or a place to study, I DEFINITELY recommend checking Nekter out! read more

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A claim to start our Friday morning: Nekter Juice Bar *is* as good as it gets. My praises extend from my inaugural Nekter visit in Irvine, CA six years ago (hard to believe it's been that long). In beautiful Orange County, acai bowl places are easy to come by, but all I tried simply did not compare to the quality of ingredients, flavor, and even presentation boasted by Nekter. They took this niche by storm, and I couldn't be happier that they have found themselves in Tempe. This particular Nekter is located on busy, construction-ridden University Avenue, underneath the new Union apartment building. If there is any place for criticism, location would simply be it. Unless you live within walking distance (or better yet, directly above), you will pay for parking to enjoy this Nekter. I also suspect that once the school year kicks off, this spot will be jam packed! Good for business, certainly; not so good for the occasional visitor. That out of the way, let's review the experience I had yesterday. The friendly, patient staff awaited our order as we studied the menu. My girlfriend ordered The Buzz (carrot/orange/lemon/ginger juice); at 24-ounces there was plenty of juice for the both of us. It was a delicious combination that jolted us awake better than the coffees we had prior. I ordered the Acai Peanut Butter Bowl -- slightly different from what I remember in the old days, but no less excellent. The staff also obliged our check-in with a ginger shot, the first I have ever tried. I recommend it! Such a small sip invigorates the senses. Though we ordered to-go, we got to enjoy the interior for a time, appreciating the abundance of outlets and varieties of seating available. I envy the impending regulars of this Nekter, as they will enjoy adequate room for studying at one of the booths, or wider hang-out space for bigger groups. If you are in town, or as mentioned, if you live nearby, do pay this Nekter a visit. Start your day with a bowl, capitalize your healthy streak with a refreshing juice, and enjoy the good service and upkeep of this promising location. Until next time. read more

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My Açaí bowl was melted when they finally served it to me after waiting 15 minutes being the only person in there. If I wanted to drink my Açaí bowl, I would've ordered a smoothie. The blueberries were not fresh and the whole thing lacked flavor. I heard good reviews about this place, but I will definitely not be coming back. read more

Unfortunately I was underwhelmed! I've tried a few flavors here and they all wind up tasting exactly the same. For a higher quality açaí bowl you're better off trying a local/small biz. Nektar does the job if you're not picky but if you want more specific flavors, this isn't it! read more

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Love this place! I was traveling for work and needed a good healthy pick me up. I stopped in and ordered the tropical breeze and it was delicious. I picked up a detox lemonade for later. Highly recommend this place for peeps trying to stay healthy during the new year. read more

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We got some pretty good açaí bowls here the other day. My sister is obsessed with this place so she really wanted to show me. I got the banana berry açaí bowl. It's topped with granola and fruit. It was pretty delicious but I would get additional peanut butter next time! My sister always get the power protein bowl. She let me try it and it was pretty good. The prices are expensive but it's pretty average for what you would usually pay for an acai bowl. read more

Nekter Juice Bar - Banana berry açaí bowl - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Stopped by here for breakfast and the ladies at the counter were so friendly. They made fresh bowls for us and made them to go. The food is pricy for sure but the flavors are fresh, filling, and healthy. There is street parking around the corner. You can order ahead and pick up your good as well. They have available bowls, smoothies, juices, protein snacks as well. I will be back - I have been to another Nekter in Phoenix and this one seems newer and cleaner. I got the a Açaí berry banana bowl and it was delicious. Not too sweet, just enough granola and sweetness. The bananas and strawberries were fresh and light. I was full for hours even after a hike! They have cashew milk and coconut water options and a newer Kombucha mix option which I think I might try next time. Love coming here when I am craving acai bowls - they are so filling and healthy! read more

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Not trying to exaggerate but this Nékter tried to kill me. I order a Mango Açaí bowl like all the time but i hadn't yet at this location. While i was enjoying it, i bite into something REALLY HARD, I thought maybe it could be granola or something but no. This Nékter straight up served me plastic and not just one piece but TWO. Honestly could've broken my tooth and i'm definitely telling my friends to never go here again. Pictures to prove read more

I've been to so many nekter locations and this was by far the slowest. Multiple patrons were complaining about the wait time for their orders. One of the female workers even asked a complaining customer, "did you tell us you were in a rush when you ordered???". It was really off putting. Probably won't come back to this location! read more

They messed my order up 3 times I stayed no coconut due to allergies and they still added them the second time they forgot to substitute the blueberries for the coconut read more

If you order ahead or have time to wait, get a fresh juice or shot. In my opinion, no need for ice (but they offer it and lots of people get it). The "chocolate" protein balls are choco PB and they are AMAZING. I also bought one of their cooler bags years ago on the road for $8, and it's so worth it. All the staff were great, I went in several days while traveling. read more

I love this brand but the service at this location was too slow. I got my bowl and it was slightly melted and the agave on top was different from the other location I love. Overall food decent but service needs another employee or additional training to speed up the process to make sure bowls come out as advertised read more

This Nekter location is such a gem and my only wish is that it had been here earlier in my college career! If you need a quick and healthy boost between classes or at the beginning or end of your day, look no further! LOCATION: -easily accessible if you're on campus, even without a bike! It's so close to campus, you'll find yourself wanting to walk there way too often -parking is a bit tricky here because the storefront faces University and there is no parking along that street, but if you find some street parking on Forest, you can pay meter prices which will be much cheaper than the public garage under the Union apartment building -there is plenty of seating and tables inside, and outlets galore! The bright and airy space lends well to productivity. You'll want to do work here, and from my experience, it's quiet and not very crowded most of the time SERVICE: -the staff are friendly and always greet me with a smile! I have yet to have an unpleasant experience at this location of Nekter and trust me, it's not because I haven't been there enough times -orders are always made quickly and accurately! -Pro tip: order ahead on their app! Then let them know when you've arrived and they'll prioritize your order DRINKS & FOOD: -JUICE: my absolute favorite green drink is the Slender Greens. All the benefits of the green veggies and delicious fruits without removing the fiber, which always happens when they're juiced. This one won't cause a blood sugar spike! -SMOOTHIE: my favorite smoothie is the Turmeric Sunrise! It's gingery, tangy, and a great immune booster. It's my go-to when my friends start sniffling and it keeps colds away! -BOWL: my favorite bowl is the superfood! Goji berries, cacao nibs, agave syrup... count me in! It's a solid meal replacement for the days I'm just too busy to sit down for a meal. I also find that they don't melt that quickly which is sometimes a problem with the bowls I've had elsewhere -the juice cleanses are great! They taste great and are reasonably priced. If you're into cleanses, I'd suggest this one -energy bites, brownies, etc are delicious and a quick way to get some dense nutrition if you're on the go. Although, I personally would suggest learning how to make them yourself because they are rather pricey and in my opinion, they're just sold for convenience and not because it's something so special or complicated that you couldn't make it at home. Overall, I am a HUGE nekter fan and if you visit this location, chances are good that you might see me there! read more

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I walked in and had a great greeting from the gal behind the counter. I didn't catch her name but she had good vibes and yummy suggestions. I'll be on campus next semester, once Covid dies down, and definitely will be making this Nekter a routine of mine! Loved the suggestions for something refreshing. This Mango Delight hit the spot! read more

Nekter Juice Bar - Mango delight with orange juice instead of cashew milk and strawberry, suggestion of the lovely cashier. I wish I caught her name!! - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Never fails to please. This place serves up great smoothies and exceptional juices. Great stop for juices and smoothies if you want natural all whole ingredients. No fillers and sugars added -the taste of the actual fruits and vegetables can't be beat. Love this chain' read more

Amazing! I love this place! I've have been here 3 times and all 3 times I was very pleased with my smoothie. I'm a vegan and I loved the large menu they had for me. The taste is amazing and refreshing. Not too sweet like jumba juice. I don't have a sweet tooth and I love the taste of fresh fruits so this place is great for me. They also had vegan ice creams and breakfast bowls. Highly recommend if you're avoiding added sugars! read more

I do not normally leave reviews, but my experience here was beyond awful. The cashiers were rude and unwelcoming, they didn't listen to me when I asked for options that fit my dietary restrictions, and they continued to ignore other patrons in the store. That's only mentioning the service but that WAS NOT EVEN THE WORST PART!!! The fruit is definitely not fresh and I am pretty sure I saw mold on some of it. Beyond that my drink did not have the correct changes I asked for and the cashiers did not tell me. I drank almost half the drink before realizing, but by then it was too late. Awful staff, terrible food, and dangerous work practices. DO NOT GO HERE!!! read more

I ordered the acai mango bowl and it was very unsanitary. It looked like it was going bad, it was poorly blended, and to top it off, there were HAIRS in my bowl. That's right, plural. Not just one. The employees were so rude too. I have never even left a review before in my life until now. It's a shame that my experience here was so horrid that it prompted me to actually write one of these. Nekter is good, I go here a lot, but for the love of God, avoid this one. EDIT: Just realized this is NOT my first review. This doesn't take away from how bad it was tho. read more

Absolutely love this place, such a relaxing and organized atmosphere. Acai bowls are also amazing, the workers are sweet and do an amazing job making food! read more

Nekter Juice Bar - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Been in twice, and have to say that there is not much of a reason to come here. Only reason would be for a smoothie (and even then still check out ChopShop). The one plus about Nekter is that they have more smoothie options, but beyond that, there's not much value here. Also, both times I have felt that the manager has been rude. The first time, I ordered two drinks, and upon paying, I was told that I could not use Discover or Apple Pay. All I had was $20, and the manager seemed to think it was my fault that I didn't have other cards. The second time I was having trouble with the WiFi and asked her if anyone else was having any issues, and she looked at me and just said "No". She didn't offer to help figure it out, and just seemed bothered by the fact that I was even asking. Anyways, she seems to always be in a rush, was not much help with the menu, and seems to be just plain unfriendly. Maybe I am catching her at the wrong time, but since this is a new place, and I am a business student, I would expect better out of a place trying to enter the market. Lastly, smoothies are between 6.50 and $11 depending on size, and that's just so much money. There's better options, around campus that are cheaper, so check out Chop Shop or The Bodhi if you want juice, smoothies, or something healthy read more

Continuously disappointed with the portions here. The bowls are 11$ and should NOT be filled half ways. I asked for extra bananas and barely got any. Super disappointed it's walking distance from my work and love it but not prepared well at all. read more

Went in for one thing, a Peanut Butter Açaí bowl. I have been going to nekter for years and have been a part of the yelp app for years and this is my first bad review I have ever written! I left with bad fruit on top of my bowl. Soft almost dissolving strawberries and apples with brown spots on it.(The photos don't do this justice). I've never had an issue at all with nekter, now i'm hesitant to even go back. read more

Nekter Juice Bar - apples with brown spots all over, BAD APPLES : açaí peanut butter bowl - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

My fav juice bar ever. Used to work at a location in Austin and I can definitely say they out did us. Ordered a toxin flush with extra apple and it was perfect! Highly recommend. Along with an acai mango bowl which was great. Living on other side of campus but the 25 minute walk was definitely worth it. Amazing thank y'all!!!! read more

Nekter Juice Bar - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

The service at this location is terribly slow. I put in two online orders one for 9:00 a.m. one for 9:15 a.m. and they didn't get both of them done until 9:20 a.m. no other customers had come the entire time they were preparing my order, which took twenty minutes from when I arrived. To make three bowls. They did apologize at the end, but just didn't seem like they had any reason to try to get the order out in a reasonable time. read more

Slowest Nektar in the area by FAR! Second day in a row I've been sitting her for 10+ min for a online order made an 1/2 hour ago. Go to my normal 44st & Indian school this place is amateur hour. read more

I waited 25 minutes for a drink when there was only ONE other person in the whole restaurant.This Nekter is absolutely terrible. The kids who work there are extremely lazy and slow. They don't care about customers and slowly prepare food while they laugh and make jokes In the back. DO NOT COME HERE UNLESS YOU HAVE 20+ minutes to wait for your order read more

Loved the toxin flush after drinking all night. The mango delight was delicious too. Fast service

Difficult to get to, had to pay $2 to park and clerk only got half the order, I had to let them know there was more. I can see if it's busy but no one was there until I came in and the person that came in behind me was a friend of the clerk and clerk was more interested in talking about personal life then helping or saying goodbye to me. read more

A great spot for healthy, vegan options that will fill you up and allow you to work if needed. I've ordered a smoothie for breakfast, but wish I had actually gotten a bowl, because they looked really good too! The smoothie is THICK, so it's not something you can drink quickly! They take at least 5 min to make if there isn't a line which is good to keep in mind if you're trying to quickly grab something. There is also a nice range of seating for working, with cute 2 person booths, 4-person tables, and a few couch/arm chairs in the center for reading. I will definitely be visiting again. read more