A quick walk from Patterson Park. Lots of juices and smoothie blends. Personally I'm not a fan of…read moreginger and I wanted to try something without modifications. Hence I landed on coffee crusher. Truth be told I have had 2 coffee beverages already, so by far more so out of curiosity. It was a unique blend and for me it was more like a coffee milkshake without I assume to be without all the sugar. The dates and coconuts made a unique blend. I would venture back, but no rush. The people who worked there were upbeat and personable, which always makes it a treat.

Holyyyyyyyyy cow this place is just the epitome of cute corner family smoothie shop! You can taste…read moreand love and freshness of each smoothie. I love coming here for their protein smoothies but the juices are also excellent. I love that they always have a tea sample ready for you as you wait. Despite how long the line is, they pump out the smoothies with such speed!! Honestly one of the best spots in Baltimore.

1:58 pm Breezy Sunny Thursday…read more Flip Flops , smoothies, and shaded seating gave a relaxing vibe at Sunset Raw. I have not been here in a minute so I decided to visit and try something new. I chose the Blueberry Keto smoothie. It's not sweet but it has all the nutrients you need to start your day without the pain of indigestion or bad ingredients. Service is always friendly here. They acknowledge you when you enter and if they don't hear you enter the storefront over the buzzing blenders they will apologize and take your order. Clean and sanitary practices are the perspective from the customer view Take a break from a burger and start your day off fresh

Today after my run I decided to visit Sunset Raw in Owings Mills for an acai bowl…read more I havent been to this location in a couple years. Since then they have remodelled and the wall decor is great but I liked the open view of the employees making your order. Now it seems very closed off. I decided to get the energy acai bowl today. It was okay but not the best as it was pretty watery/soupy base. The toppings fell to the bottom. I also purchased 2 juices. Both were okay as well. I dont know what has happened to the great juices and acai bowls Ive had from here in the past?

I was craving a smoothie on a warm day in April when we were walking back to Hampden from the 32nd…read moreStreet Farmers Market, and so we stopped in at Pure Green. I had ordered from them via DoorDash before, so I knew I liked their smoothies, but I had never been in person to this location. I got a smoothie (Purple Haze), which I loved. The service was really friendly, and the space is comfortable and cute (some seats at the window bar if you want to enjoy your smoothie there). All in all, very cute. I'm sure I'll be back!

The Pure Green store has a modern, bright, and clean interior. It features a minimalist design with…read morea sleek wooden counter and subtle green accents, creating a fresh and inviting atmosphere. Bae and I stopped by here after a doctor's visit. We were greeted immediately upon entry and offered smoothie samples by the register. Although I'm not a coffee drinker, I surprisingly liked the mocha cold brew. My boyfriend ordered the Pure Green, recommended by the cashier. He doesn't usually enjoy many healthy options, but he surprisingly enjoyed his smoothie. Shortly after tasting it, he decided to order the hazelnut butter toast, which he devoured halfway down the street--definitely a testament to its quality. We had the pleasure of meeting the store owner, Daye, who was very personable. She asked how we found the location, and of course, we mentioned Yelp. She informed us about another location in Ellicott City. It's great to know this place is both women-owned and Black-owned.

The Smoothie Garden in Baltimore was honestly worth the three‑hour drive. This Black‑owned spot…read moredelivers an experience that feels both vibrant and indulgent, blending bold creativity with a clean, colorful aesthetic that immediately catches your eye. The decor is polished and inviting, and the ambiance has that rare mix of fun and refinement that makes you want to stay a little longer.The customer service was amazing...warm, attentive, and genuinely excited to share their menu. Every recommendation felt thoughtful, and every dish arrived looking like a work of art. And the food... absolutely unforgettable. This place has some CRAZY combos, and everything looked just as good as it tasted. The viral Yellow Watermelon topped with Italian ice and fresh fruit was refreshing and stunning. The Seafood Pretzel loaded with shrimp and lump crab was decadent and rich. The Cheesesteak Pretzel was savory, melty, and deeply satisfying.The Combo...smoothie + water ice + fresh fruit was the perfect balance of creamy, icy, and fresh. And the Funnel Cake topped with fresh fruit was pure nostalgia elevated into something luxurious.The Smoothie Garden is one of those hidden gems that makes you want to road‑trip again. A destination worth every mile.

I stumbled across The Smoothie Garden while out on one of my neighborhood walks, and I was so…read moreexcited to discover we had a new smoothie shop nearby. To my surprise, it's Black-owned, which made me even more excited to stop in and support! I ordered the watermelon mint smoothie, and it was exactly what I needed on a hot summer day--light, refreshing, and packed with flavor. I also noticed they have a huge selection of Italian ice, including some served in an actual watermelon bowl, which looked so fun and perfect for the summer. I'll definitely be trying one of those on my next visit! This is the kind of spot I'll be coming back to all summer long. If you're looking for a refreshing treat, I definitely recommend giving them a try!

The customer service excellent. The inside is beautiful, really nice decor! The bowl was heavy,…read morebut for the price and other places could have been bigger. I will go back and try a smoothie next time.

Very pro-black ambiance and not in a "grass wall" kind of way. Very classy and chic. The space is a…read morelot bigger than expected, the decor is nice, and the seating is comfortable. My only gripe was that it was about a 20 minute wait for two smoothie bowls. I'm gonna chalk that up to (1) them still being new and figuring out their crowd/demands and (2) the fact that everything is made to order. Major pros are the variety of fresh and dietary-friendly ingredients. They have a couple of things other smoothie bowl places in the area don't like agave, blue spirulina, and coconut water. They also offer a variety of sizes from kid to XL bowls - something for each craving size and price range. I had the green base and it was so yummy. The kiwi & banana really took it home. I can't wait to get another. I also tried the purple which was also good - flavor wise it's your standard açaí bowl, what you can expect to find most places. I would like to try a salad during my next visit but I want to see them first - they seem a bit pricey to me but Im hoping they're worth it.

A healthy, tasty, sweet, refreshing, drink?! You can always sign me up. The "Carver Gold" was…read morerecommended to me by the workers and it did not disappoint. You definitely have to be a fan of pineapple and mango and enjoy the taste of mint. I personally love a green juice of any kind, so even the color was appealing to me. The workers incredibly kind and the juice was fairly well priced. Next time I go, i definitely want to try their açaí bowls. Local businesses and the kind workers made for an excellent experience and always make me want to go back and support the business. Also, be sure to follow their food truck and catch them at First Thursdays in Canton at the Waterfront Park during the summer months. With so much savory food options, a sweet, refreshing juice always hits the spot.

Rich Juice Bar never fails to amaze me. From their fresh ingredients they use to amazing customer…read moreservice, I love coming here. It definitely is a plus because it's youth based, so you're supporting the community with every purchase and seeing this generation working with a positive attitude is great too. Nae, the manager is doing an amazing job there. Recently, I came in and purchased an açaí bowl and strawberry banana smoothie w/ dates. 10/10 everytime and the ambiance is nice and CLEAN!! Very dope spot, go try yall!

I have come to this location numerous times. The service seems to decline…read more I walked in and happen to spot all the workers seated outside of the prep area socializing amongst one another on cells. The male and 2 others went to the prep area. I ordered 2 pacific bowls with modifications. While ordering I saw a cut up banana that started turning brown and cut up strawberries on the prep area that should be thrown away. It appeared they were going to use them in my bowls. I had to quickly let them know not use them on my bowls. When I did that, the young man had a silent attitude shown by body movement. The bowls came up quickly and correct. I would say stay alert with this location

Coincidentally, I will be going to the Playa Bowls in Burtonsville today for lunch! I love Playa…read moreBowls (see my 5-star review of the Burtonsville one). That's the only location within 10 miles of my home. The only other location of Playa Bowls I've been to was the Baltimore County one by Quarry Lake. Yesterday, I reviewed the out of town P pick in 2025 alphabet series. Representing the runner up to the out of town pick, P is for Playa Bowls. I visited this location on Friday, December 26. I had a deal for a free peppermint iced coffee with bowl purchase. I had visited my parents in PA for Christmas and was coming back into town. I saw this location wasn't too far off 695. I had never been to Quarry Lake and is a nice area. I was here for one of those weird very late lunch around 4 PM, but I wanted the deal and the timing was right. It was pretty dead around here as it was the day after Christmas. I parked in a parallel spot right in the front; they also have a parking lot in the back. Staff was nice. I paid for some strawberry bowl with peppermint to get the free seasonal iced coffee. They didn't have any issue getting the deal to work. I waited at one of their seats near the food station. This location is a lot bigger than the Burtonsville one. They made the bowl first, and then they said we're out of the flavoring for the coffee, so it'd just be a black coffee. I said that wasn't the same as what I wanted or paid for. They apologized saying that their shipments come in on Thursday, but it was Christmas so shipments didn't come. So, it made sense why they were out. But I think perhaps they could've been more prepared and gotten extra shipment on Thursday, 12/18. They did say I could switch out for a smoothie. I said I don't want a smoothie, I'm already having this fruity bowl. He said I could pick any drink I wanted. I got some juice cleanse drink that was normally $8.99. I figured that could be good for me plus I wanted to ideally get their most expensive tier drink in lieu of not getting the iced coffee. The bowl was delicious per normal. Fresh strawberries, banana, granola, chocolate, peppermint, etc. all great. As for the juice drink, it was some cayenne fruit juice. It was kind of weird, had a bit of a kick, not my cup of tea. I drank it, but really would've liked the iced coffee better. Thankfully, I had some water in the car to wash down the strange juice. So, I was kind of annoyed. They should've known and warned me before I paid. I'm not sure I would've gone with Playa Bowl if they had been out of the coffee; that the catalyst to go down there was the free iced coffee deal. In spite of that negative, like Burtonsville location, the bowls are great, staff is nice, and they did try to accommodate with free any drink.

Playa Bowls is officially opening in Towson, Maryland!…read more I got a sneak peek before the grand opening -- and I'm obsessed with everything from the cozy, beachy space to the fresh fruits and colorful ingredients in every bowl and smoothie. Their menu is packed with tropical flavors featuring 7 base options -- like açaí, mango, pitaya, coconut & more -- all topped with fresh fruit, granola, honey, and other delicious add-ons. From my visit, here are a few favorites I highly recommend: PB & JAMMIN' Açaí Bowl (fall seasonal special) Mucho Mango Bowl - refreshing, fruity, and sunshine in a bowl Aloha Smoothie - made with banana, mango, pineapple & coconut milk And don't forget to grab one of their freshly pressed juices before you head out -- perfect for a quick pick-me-up! Stop by and treat yourself to a taste of paradise! Playa Bowl 1 E Joppa Rd Towson, MD #baltimorefoodie #baltimoreeats #baltimorerestaurants #baltimore #dmvfoodie

First time getting açaí in some years, and my first time at Playa! I had a great time. The decor is…read moreso cute and fun. The menu is clear and lays out what you'll be getting. Another huge plus is that there is a free parking garage across the street street for the retail spaces, so that was nice to not have to worry about that. I got the Nutella Açaí bowl and an oatmeal bowl for my friend as part of their BOGO deal. We love a good coupon over here!! The açaí wasn't as sweet as I wanted, but the Nutella was a great addition. If I come back I would add more toppings and try the pitaya. I will say the bowl was smaller than I was expecting so unless you get a smoothie or the oatmeal bowl don't expect to be full from eating one bowl. Customer service was very good, no issues there at all. Overall it was very good and I would def go back!