I had finished my Pilates class around 11am and it was a hot day. I was famished as I didn't have…read morebreakfast yet and wanted to grab a juice or smoothie. This juice bar was just what I needed and it was very close to the Pilates studio I go to in Englewood. The friendly lady at the counter explained that shakes had protein powder and smoothies did not. I wanted something lighter. They had fresh squeezed juices but they are not made to order. There was a variety of bottled juices but I didn't check what kinds of juices there were. I opened for a smoothie made with coconut water and blended with banana, spirulina, spinach, chia seeds, pineapple and mango. It was refreshing and pretty light. I think it could have used more banana for creamier mouth feel though. They offer food options too for lunch and I could smell the vegan chili cooking. There are only stool seats but it's pretty quiet in there, sunny, but not really a place to sip and lounge. I finished most of my smoothie sitting in there enjoying the cool AC breeze. I will definitely consider going back after my Pilates class from time to time.

I typically don't crave smoothies or juices, but with this heat wave... I was in need of something…read morerefreshing and fruity, but healthy. I stopped by this local juice bar tucked away in a corner of Englewood's bustling Palisades Ave. It's a small, but cute spot. Very clean and bright with lots of natural lighting. There's a few stools/bar seating facing the windows, but this is more of a grab-and-go place. The menu is straightforward. Of course you can expect prices to be higher $$ for organic ingredients. They sell smoothies, meal replacement shakes, cold-pressed juices, and wellness shots. There's a large variety of fruits, vegetables, and superfood add-ons. In addition to drinks, they also have a limited food/snack menu - smoothie bowls, salad, soup, protein bites, overnight oats, impossible burger, etc. They even sell sea moss! Everything is fresh. There's plenty of vegan options. Service was standard and quick. I wish the employee was more interactive and enthusiastic. I told her it was my first visit, and she didn't really give me too many recommendations or explain the menu/products very well. I ordered a small McKay Madness smoothie (~$9) and berry chia seed pudding (~$5). The smoothie had mango, pineapple, banana, kiwi, and coconut water. The consistency was smooth and not too thick. It was refreshing and not sweet. Not the best smoothie I've had, but it did the job. The chia seed pudding was a satisfying snack, but I wish it had more flavor and sweetness to it. The texture was perfect, but it just tasted bland. I added a bit of honey on my own to enhance the flavor. I would come back to try more smoothies and juices if I'm craving one.

My family wanted to order smoothies today!!! For some reason, these smoothies were not…read morewrapped/packaged consistently!!!!! Definitely going to order from here again, though!!!!!

Playa Bowls 38 E. Palisade Ave…read more Englewood, NJ 07631 PB&J Smoothie This thick specialty breakfast drink was blended with strawberry, banana, and peanut butter. Due to its thick texture, a couple of the straws cracked; it was a small inconvenience to pay for a tasty shake. #playabowls #playabowlsenglewood #pbjsmoothie #palisadeave

HAPPY NATIONAL BOBA DAY (4/30)! It only feels right to update my review of my go-to spot in the…read morearea. NJ doesn't have many great boba places, which is why I'm EXTREMELY grateful to have Tsaocaa nearby. I'm a regular, and the drinks are consistently amazing. I'm pretty picky--I only like drinks with a strong tea flavor that really pulls through. My biggest pet peeve is when they're too milky, overly sweet, or taste artificial. Tsaocaa absolutely nails it! The tea to milk ratio is ON POINT! One sip in, and I could tell they use high quality, premium tea leaves and fresh fruit ingredients. This is one of the few places that truly gets both milk AND fruit teas right! Over the past two years, I've worked my way through a good portion of the menu. You really can't go wrong with choosing any drink! There are so many options--milk teas, fruit teas, slushes, fruit mojitos (non-alcoholic), yogurt slushes, you name it. It's the perfect mix of classic staples and more creative flavors. My top two favorites are: *Passion Fruit & Lime Tea - Get this if you want something refreshing, tangy, and tropical. I get it with no sugar since the fruit already brings a natural sweetness. And they actually use real passion fruit seeds! *Brown Sugar Black Milk Tea - The black tea is strong and slightly bitter, but the creamy milk balances it out. They don't go overboard with the brown sugar--just enough to give you little sips of sweetness. *King of Milk Oolong Tea - I don't usually go for oolong tea, but this one's starting to win me over. I absolutely LOVE the deep, roasted flavor. I order mine with less ice and either the lowest sugar level or no sugar at all. The baristas hit the mark on the sweetness levels and make it exactly how I want. When you order 30% sugar, you really get 30%. For the true tea lovers, I recommend 30% or none at all if you really want that bold tea taste. The tapioca pearls are addicting--soft, chewy, and not crazy sweet. Their pearls have a natural amber brown color since they're made from sweet potato, without any added syrups or dyes. Most boba elsewhere is made from cassava root and then dyed artificially. Yes, it's on the pricier side--but I am SO willing to pay for the higher quality! They have a rewards program, so if you collect enough points, you can score free drinks! There's a lovely barista who's almost always there--she makes my drinks just right and quickly every time. I do wish there were more seating though. It's a small store with just a table and a few stools at a counter. They do have wifi if you're thinking of getting some work done. This location also has a full menu of popular Vietnamese dishes like pho, lemongrass grilled pork, vermicelli bowls, and banh mi. I've tried the banh mi, and honestly, I'd skip it. Stick to the bubble tea here! Tsaocaa is a must try for all boba lovers! Get your sip on! They even have a 1000mL bucket size! *eyes emoji* I have to limit myself to one drink a month... or I'll end up with a 9-month old boba belly.

Oh man, I so wanted these drinks to be a hit…read more Here is what we ordered in 500ml: - King of Oolong Milk Tea with boba - Sakura Oolong Milk Tea As soon as we saw the drinks we were like oooh no, why is it white? My son insist I taste both of them first. I put on a poker face because I wanted to see his honest reaction too. After he took a couple of sips he said, I don't want to finish it. In the trash it goes. I consider myself a hardcore tea lover. There was nothing Oolong about it. Not sure how the lady made it, if it's from powder or actual tea leaves but we absolutely could not detect any tea flavor, mostly water and sugar and the lingering aftertaste was NOT PLEASANT AT ALL. It was a long drive for us to get here. Do I regret it? No, because I am always willing to venture far for a boba tea experience. Can't win them all. I don't know if the high rating is for the drinks or the Vietnamese food they serve here. Tsaocaa is a chain and I will not be giving this one another chance. The first thing my son and I did when we got home was brush our teeth. Positives... - Friendly service. - The drinks are not as pricey as other boba shops. - I got to see how beautiful Englewood, New Jersey is. One star rating for the soft and chewy boba.

Their soups are absolutely FANTASTIC!! Vibey shop with vibey workers! I drive from Weehawken on the…read moreweekends just for the black eyed pea soup! Yummy!! I wish there was one in Chicago since I'm moving but will certainly be back if ever I'm in NJ again!

Natural Vibez does it all! Service, vibes ,food. The equal balance of family and service. A MUST…read morefor me

Jesus was amazing!!! He was very patient and has great customer service skills…read more The food was out quickly.

Tropical Juice Bar is a franchise owned by Dominican brothers who hope to bring a taste of the…read moreLatin Caribbean to the community. The Bergenfield location just opened up two months ago in the Foster Village Shopping Center. Stepping into the store feels like you're transported to DR! The interior is bright, colorful, and vibrant. They have great music choices - come on, who doesn't love bachata?! It's a small place with a few tables/chairs and counter seating. The whole ambiance is a vibe... happy island vibes only! The menu is full of tropical flair with a Dominican influence. They use fresh, locally sourced ingredients in their drinks and food. They have smoothies, juices, meal replacement shakes, mofongo, patacon, sandwiches, wraps, empanadas, yaroa, etc. One of the best things about this place are the very reasonable and affordable prices! They have an open kitchen so you can see them prepare everything fresh on the premises. The staff has amazing energy! Super friendly, helpful, and full of smiles. They're attentive and interactive with customers. They gave me recommendations and delicious juice samples. They also have a rewards program where you can earn points towards freebies and discounts. I've tried a few things - some are hits and some are misses. *Chinola (Passion Fruit) Juice ($3.79) - A huge miss! The passion fruit was really lacking in flavor... it wasn't intense, refreshing, or tart. I felt like I was drinking sugary water. I couldn't even finish half of the drink because it was incredibly sweet. *Mamey Smoothie ($5) with evaporated milk ($1.89) - I've always been curious about trying mamey. An employee let me sample the actual fruit before I ordered the drink, which I appreciated. She recommended mixing it with evaporated milk. The texture was very creamy with a subtle taste similar to sweet potato or pumpkin. I think the sweetness of the milk overpowered the mamey, but it was a good try regardless. I wouldn't order it again - not my type of fruit LOL *Chicken Cheese Empanada ($2.34) - I know that there's regional variations when it comes to making the ideal empanada, but I just wasn't a fan of theirs. I prefer mine baked, but theirs is deep fried. The crust was too large for the filling. It was a bit oily and soggy. The chicken wasn't seasoned very well and was dry. I expected to bite into cheesy goodness, but to my surprise, there was barely any cheese. I ordered this in the afternoon, so maybe it didn't taste as good since it was sitting out under heat lamps. *Chimichurri Sandwich with pernil ($8) & tostones ($2.75) - A decent sandwich overall. It came with warmed cabbage, onions, tropical sauce (mayo + ketchup), and your choice of protein.The bread was lightly toasted and crunchy. The pernil (roasted pork) was tender, but not as rich in flavor as I would've liked it to be. I specifically ordered this for the chimichurri sauce, which has a signature zesty, vibrant, and fresh taste.... but I did not taste it at all :( It wasn't a bad sandwich - it's just not what I expected. The tostones (fried plantains) were deep fried to perfection with a crispy and salty exterior. I could eat these ALL DAY. The food and drinks were a 3, but the friendly service and warm atmosphere bring it up to a 4. I'm willing to stop by in the future to try more smoothies or even to munch on some tostones!

Went here for lunch My classmates suggested it, The always order from here The AÇAÍ BOWL it looked…read morevery good they said it was Amazing and perfectly made. As for me ordered the black bean soup it was not soup it was Thick Like they dried it out It was not good at all. I Al going to give this place another chance. Everyone was very friendly and it was spotless! The only reason for 3 stars. Let's try this one more time To Be Continued.....

AMAZING AS SMOOTHIES just the prices are outrageous tho so…read morebe rich to come here and if not make on at home

I hate to be a Karen because I really used to love this place. I've been coming here for years and…read morethe last few visits my Green Dream has steadily fallen in quality. The first two times they asked me if they could swap ingredients, i.e. spinach for kale, and I was fine with that. The difference in taste was minute. On my last visit, I wasn't asked if I was okay with substitutions, and I felt like there were ingredients missing. At $12.80 a smoothie ($13.80 with tip!) I expect a really great smoothie.

This was my second time trying this place and it's really good. We got the summertime smoothie,…read moregreen dream smoothie, and strawberry banana. All were very good. My only complaint is this has to be the slowest service in my entire life. I would definitely recommend calling in your order before instead of ordering there.

The owner was nice enough to make my kids smoothies even after hours! They were delicious!read more

Great place for a healthy lunch, snacks, natural remedies. The owner is friendly and helpful with…read morequestions. Store has a variety or solutions for health needs They are pricey but it's nice to support a small business. Would recommend it for grabbing a quick organic salad or hot lunch