This place is expensive, but their juice is delicious and they have some exciting flavors. It is…read morealways a treat for us to go here! It's in an old house, so there are lots of little areas for quiet conversation, and the bathrooms are always clean. Would recommend!

$16 plus tax for a açaí bowl.... A mediocre bowl at that. I much prefer playa bowls but I have a…read moresoft spot for this place annoyingly because they're locally owned. I mean the bowls are good but the staff always talks to me like they rather die than take my order. Today the cashier mumbled the entire time taking my order like she was high out of her mind. Idk. Food is fine but staff needs work.

I had the almond butter açaí bowl. Recommended by the cashier…read more Dare I say it was the best açaí I've had. Really great food and very respectful staff. This place gave me a very relaxing lunch break and I enjoyed every second of my experience here!

The smoothie shop is very bright and inviting. I stopped in for lunch and contemplated a few menu…read moreoptions. The attentive team members could sense it and recommended some of their favorites menu items. I decided on the Tropicado smoothie. It was delicious. I would definitely swing by when I'm in town again!

I was pleasantly surprised to learn that a of the smoothies are low in sugar and high in protein! I…read morewent for a Yelp event and tried a variety of flavors. My favorites were the Acaí bowl with chocolate on top, the fudge batter smoothie, and the mini chocolate smoothie. I'll definitely be back! The place looks bright and clean. You order at the counter. There are a few tables, but most people take their order to go. I especially liked the story of the restaurant's founder--he came with the business idea when he was 22 and funded it with credit cards. Really cool to see a young man bet on himself and win.

Better Blend recently opened off Nicholasville Rd, and if you love açaí bowls, you have to check…read morethem out! I love that they offer both snack and meal sizes--perfect for any craving. I got the Good Good Chocolate Bowl, and it was divine. They offer tons of healthy alternatives, and you can customize the toppings to your liking. Can't wait to go back and try their other bases!

Smoothie and smoothie bowl were both sour. Few options for fruit toppings because their fruit comes…read morefrozen (except for bananas). Almond milk they have is organic (Simple Truth) but has seed oils in it. Smoothie bowl had an overly liquid consistency. Inside was cluttered with books.

The açaí bowls are amazing- this is the Bee's Knees bowl. This place is full of good vibes and…read moreincredible nutrition. Sol Fitness recommended this place and I'm now hooked going at least twice a week. 10/10

We stopped at Chui's ice cream inside the old Greyhound station and really enjoyed the ice cream…read moreand fruit cup. The staff was very nice and we had great service and good treats! We were pleased to walk around all the shops and it was a pleasant stop at Chui's! We will be back.

Popped in last Thursday to enjoy the açaí bowl. The young man working there, Bien, made it fresh on…read morethe spot with the açaí ice cream, sliced strawberries and bananas, blueberries, blackberries and granola. Very refreshing. And service with a smile.

We arrived a little early for the Yelp event so we hit the bar and had a cocktail…read more My wife and I attended the Yelp event tonight and it was fantastic. Mike and his staff did a great job setting up the Ballroom for our group. We got to see two of our favorites at Origin Hotel/33 Staves, Jennifer and Ruby. They are Rockstars!! We enjoyed the food. The Fried Catfish was my favorite and the Blueberry Cheesecake was phenomenal. My wife's favorite was the Fried Green Tomatoes. We took advantage of the bourbon tastings with Pinhook and Jeptha Creed. We got a caricature done by Rob Maystead with the Caricature Shop.

This was my first event at 33 Staves, but it certainly won't be my last! This was a Yelp Elite…read moregathering with all the fixings and what a treat! We met the event staff, management and met the chef and ate some of her delicious food. There was a bourbon tasting and we heard about "Singbo" on Mondays, which sounds so fun! The lobby is beautiful and I can't wait to gather here with friends to enjoy an evening out at Fritz Farm.

We went two weeks ago and got a strawberry smoothie and a bahama mama…read more I have to say I was surprised that when we got there later in the day on a Saturday they were pretty busy. They do have ample seating inside. Although they were busy the line moved fast and they were nice enough to bring our smoothies to our table even though we were sitting across from the pick up area. Both smoothies were really good and definitely reasonably priced.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe remains to be my first hangover order following a crazy night out. This…read moreparticular visit was my first experience with the Bahama Mama (I sub splenda and add probiotics, multi vitamin, and b12 for a hangover cure). My smoothie was delicious! (And my kids also supported Sunday morning smoothies as well). Giving three stars because TSC has altered its door dash ordering system and it's now impossible to order a basic breakfast flatbread. Ended up settling for the new California Chicken and I was not impressed - it was a gooey congealed mess on a bad piece of pita bread. Definitely pass on that one!

Love to treat myself to a smoothie at this spot after I've gotten my nails done a few doors down at…read moreThe Nail Shop! The few times I've been here I've gotten my order quick, even when it's busy, and the staff is so nice! They have a lot of great options and you really can't go wrong with any of the smoothies on the menu.

I will start by saying I love the food and smoothies at Tropical Smoothie Cafe, however, this…read moreparticular location was not great, we are staying in the area while traveling, I ordered breakfast online for pickup. I ordered my normal wrap (all American and southwestern) these things were as small as a cigar, I was shook! Every time I order them in my local area they are fairly big and filling, there was maybe a tablespoon worth of eggs and maybe a half piece of bacon, I have never paid so high for such a small portion. I feel as though I should have been refunded! The smoothies were fine but the food was less than a child size portion! I won't return!

My friend and I stopped by for a mid day pick me up yesterday …read more When we walked in we were the only ones there which was a surprise to me. I ordered a iced latte and my friend got a regular coffee. Normally I would add sugar to my drink but yesterday I didn't because it didn't need it. I think that if you can make something as simple as drip coffee or pull a smooth espresso shot you're definitely doing something right. I haven't had a bad cold brew/espresso drink there yet. They really are consistent with the drinks. My friend also ordered a plain donut but ended up with the cronut which she's not crazy about. They did try to fix the situation and gave her a keto donut. It goes a little sideways for me I did try the Keto donut and it was a nope for me. The glaze was really good but as for the plain Keto donut it was dry and crumbly. The guy at the register we've seen before and he's always friendly &helpful.

So disappointed with our visit today. We just left the airport and decided to wait an hour and a…read morehalf for them to open because we've been dying to try their donuts fresh first thing in the morning. We ordered a variety of 12 and NONE of them were even remotely warm. They have a good product but this is the first donut shop I've ever experienced to serve cold donuts upon opening.

Someone told me that Charles Barkley said Merrick Inn had the BEST fried chicken. I had that dish…read moreas well. We had a great time at Merrick In. We had 3 appetizers and we also had Cheese. We were planning to go to Panda Cuisine after this, but we all got too full. Gonna try again soon. I also learned about eating the skin on a baked potato when I ate here. Never heard that you could do that before. But this news was welcome because it meant more potato to enjoy! Got some bread puddin to top it all off. There were a lot of jokes and stories told. My one friend loves telling the story of A&W from undergrad. When we went to Kroger and got lost with all our bags of food. Those plastic bags were snapping left and right. Everyone had a giggle at that one. Then we debated the best way to make banana puddin. One guy said something about putting creamed cheese in it. That was Cheese. He also uses Lorna Doone cookies in it. Huh? Our other friend ordered "stewed tomatoes." All in all, I would rate this experience relatively highly. Some people criticize me for "handing out" 5-star reviews on here, but it is not true. Check my profile. I'm hard to please. But Merrick in was my pleasure. I'd come here again and stuff. I guess you could say I gave this place one star for every guy in our party. We're all 5-star guys for the most part, but we'll donate those stars to Merick Inn, giving them my first 5-Star review since I don't know when!

My wife and I recently visited The Merrick Inn for a date night after hearing rave reviews about…read moreits Southern hospitality and historic atmosphere. Overall, it lived up to its charming reputation, offering exceptional hospitality, strong drinks, and iconic Bluegrass flavors, though a couple of execution stumbles kept it from being a full 5-star experience. We kicked off the evening by ordering drinks from their signature cocktail list. I opted for The New Fashioned ($17), crafted with Merrick's own Barrel Pick bourbon, demerara simple syrup, bitters, and a Luxardo cherry. It was rich, perfectly balanced, and let the whiskey shine. Sarah chose the Gin Sunflower ($16), a refreshingly bright combination of Castle & Key Roots of Ruin Gin, Cointreau, St-Germain, lemon, absinthe rinse, and limoncello foam. It was fragrant and lively--easily one of the best cocktails she's had this year! For our starter, we couldn't resist ordering a local classic: the Fried Green Tomatoes ($16). Served with country ham salad and a southern peach glaze drizzle, the flavor combination was phenomenal. The crispiness of the cornmeal batter paired wonderfully with the salty ham salad and sweet peach glaze. The only slight drawback was that the tomatoes were sliced just a bit too thick, leaving the center slightly firm, but the flavor profile completely saved the dish. For main courses, My wife went traditional Southern, while I opted for a high-end steak. My wife went with the iconic staple Merrick's Kentucky Hot Brown ($29). The fresh turkey and country ham resting on toast points under a velvety blanket of mornay sauce, melted parmesan cheese, and crispy bacon was pure comfort on a plate. Every bite was rich and satisfying. I went with the 14 oz. New York Strip ($67): I chose the USDA Prime Strip, finished with chef's herb butter. For sides, all entrées come with a choice of two sides, so I selected the Merrick's corn pudding and roasted asparagus. The steak itself was cooked to a medium-rare with a nice crust, and the herb butter melted effortlessly into the meat. The corn pudding was unbelievable--sweet, creamy, and decadent. However, the roasted asparagus was noticeably overcooked and lacked the snap you expect at this price point. The ambiance inside The Merrick Inn feels warm, timeless, and uniquely Lexington. Our server was attentive, knowledgeable, and kept the pace of our meal smooth throughout the evening. While a there were a couple of minor execution details (the thick-sliced green tomatoes and overdone asparagus) fell just short of perfection, the quality of the drinks, the Hot Brown, the prime beef, and the legendary corn pudding made for a fantastic night out. We will certainly be back! Here is our price breakdown: * Drinks: The New Fashioned ($17) + Gin Sunflower ($16) * Appetizer: Fried Green Tomatoes ($16) * Entrees: Kentucky Hot Brown ($29) + USDA Prime NY Strip ($67) * Estimated Subtotal: $145.00 (plus tax, tip, and credit card surcharge) While the state of our current economy is driving everything higher and higher, this place is still a excellent choice for a top shelf meal.