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    Playa Bowls

    3.4 (12 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Amelia L.

    I'm a newly converted fan of Playa Bowls and was counting down the days to the grand opening of their 72nd Street location in the Upper West Side. Alas, I missed their grand opening this past weekend, lol, but I did make it out today for lunch. With over 190 stores nationwide, I believe this is the 3rd Upper West Side location. I recently, for the first time, tried Playa Bowls and fell in love with their acai bowls. So much in fact that I've yet to try anything else on their very extensive menu. I just really like the taste and consistency of their acai. It's not too sweet or tangy and it stays slightly frozen for a while. As a slow eater, I appreciate that the acai doesn't melt too quickly and becomes a watery mess. They also aren't stingy with their toppings, especially if you dine in. If you take it to go or get it delivered, I think they don't put as many toppings because they have to make sure everything stays in the container during transit. Yes, the prices here are on the higher end but I think it's on par with other acai/smoothie joints in NYC. My go to order is the Nutella Acai Bowl which has acai, granola, bananas, strawberries, coconut shavings and Nutella drizzle. It's so good! The fruits used are perfectly ripe and the granola gives each bite a nice crunchy element. Highly recommend giving them a try.

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    For a beach-themed chain, I wish they cared about beaches. Unfortunately they have a "policy" against using reusable mugs which is an automatic 1-star in my book. I measured the size my tumbler ahead of time, it's clean, they just needed to pour the cold brew coffee liquid into the mug, yet they insist on using a plastic cup. It's more costly for them so I don't understand why they would insist on having this policy. I walked away for the turtles and will not be ordering from playa bowls until they change this "policy" Since I'm already slandering playa bowls, I'll add that it's not truly healthy for you and full of sugar.

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