Man, Rico's used to be my FAV. My boyfriend LOVES acai bowls and he always goes to Spoons. We…read morehappened to be in the area and decided to check them out. I was excited because I've always had great bowls from them in the past and I was glad my bf was finally getting to try them out. It seems their prices have gone up quite a bit. I know that's just where we are in life but for 2 medium bowls I paid $35. It was originally $38, but I think the cashier typed something in wrong and it came down to $35. That is outrageous for 2 tiny bowls. I know its fresh fruit and acai, but that really hurt to spend on such little food. It also took a while for them to prepare the orders, which is no big deal really. But for what we got, it just wasn't worth all the hassle. Aside from the price, the acai was essentially still frozen and very cold so we had to wait for it to melt some just to try to enjoy eating it. Overall, I was let down by a spot I used to really love going to. I hope it was just a bad day.

Very expensive bowl for what you get. Ordered a medium rainbow bowl with nutella and came to $19…read more What I received was basically a fruit bowl with barely any acai. The fruit was fresh but the acai was a bit icy. Service was average

This is the only place where I would order a 32 oz smoothie. The smoothies are fresh and exactly…read morewhat they say they are! I'm hooked on the cinco de berry. My husband changes his orders up, but we are always happy with what we get. Great way to start your day or an excellent lunch. Interior is fun and the staff is reliable!

I was confused about the entrance so I called the number on their website several times only to…read morelearn that they don't really have a phone. Although, the place smelled like rotten bananas I was greeted by a lovely young lady. She made a delicious smoothie bowl for me. I really enjoyed my bowl. However, I don't know if I would go back.

A true hidden gem, I had no idea this was here!!!…read more Such beach vibes- so fun!! The whole front wall is open- no door to walk through, the floor is blue and there are wave/surfing pictures on the wall so it is meant to feel like you're at the beach. There is seating inside and out. The front of the menu is all coffee options and the back is smoothies/bowls. Half of the smoothie side is fruity and half is non fruity. The menu is very descriptive and even says what it would be topped with if you get a bowl. You can get any option as a smoothie or a bowl. There are SO many options- truly something for everyone. Although some have peanut butter and you can add in peanut butter to any of them, only one option seemed protein packed since it had protein powder- called the Bro. I got that one since I had just worked out. it was filling and delicious! It was $6.50 for a smoothie which I didnt think was too bad. I would definitely go back and try something new!

The bowls are truly made fresh and the ingredients are generous! I enjoyed the bowl more than the…read morecoffee, it did take awhile to get my order but the staff is truly working hard to make them just right, I'd definitely recommend trying mamaka next time you are in south end!

Visited Vitality Bowls while briefly in Charlotte. The food quality is great and they have options…read morebeyond açaí bowls/smoothies, etc. The prices were reasonable, the restaurant was impeccably clean, and the service was top notch. It's also in a great area and they validate parking so you can grab a spot in the parking garage right next to it. I wish I lived nearby so I could go more often!

It can be hard to find healthy food that tastes good. This is probably one of the reasons that acai…read morebowls are so popular. I don't usually consider them for meals but every now and then when I am craving something sweet they hit the spot! Vitality Bowls is a chain originating out west that now has a home in Southend Charlotte at the Railyard development. Since my office is nearby, some coworkers and I decided to order ahead and walk over to enjoy our bowls. In addition to açaí bowls they offer sandwiches, wraps, smoothies, and other types of bowl/salads. The server was friendly and our food was ready and packaged to go when we arrived. I decided to go with the Nutty Bowl. No I admit I am somewhat of a novice when it comes to açaí bowls, but in the past when I get them, they usually come with a lot of toppings and drizzle that not only adds to the flavors and presentation, but makes the bowl more filling and dense. The bowl I received was perfectly tasty, it just felt a little bit underwhelming and underdone. It was light on the toppings and seemed like it was tossed together quickly. Now the simple explanation could be that since we made a larger order ahead of time the person making them may have been under pressure to finish each one faster before moving on to the next. I certainly want to go back by myself and order in the store to see how the bowl compares. I really did enjoy the blend they used for the base of the bowl and I can tell it was made using fresh ingredients. For what it's worth my coworkers all enjoyed their sandwiches as well. I will have to give it another shot

A little disappointed with the unfriendly attitude of some of the workers here. I sometimes come…read morehere for the breakfast food or smoothie items but after a negative encounter with the person taking my order, I plan to go to other places in Optimist Hall instead. The ambiance is okay and the seating is shared with other vendors at the food hall. Also, to pair with the unpleasant interaction, I needed to go back because the mango salsa and hot sauce on my order was missing. Not only was the service sub-par, but the order was incorrect With Optimist Hall offering so many options, I would kindly suggest going other places instead, where you'll be treated with kindness and respect.

We ended up stopping here twice when we were in town because they are so good! Prices are a little…read morehigh. But we were on vacation so we splurged. We tried the Hot Pink and the Curious George. Definitely recommend. And the employees working were nice enough and our order came out fairly quickly.

Fav açaí bowl place, fresh ingredients and always quick! The champ is my go to. Add extra peanut…read morebutter

Great selections, you can also make your own bowl. Fresh fruit ingredients and the acai is good…read more However they are a little skimpy with the amount of acai in comparison to the fruit. Parking is a bit tricky in this area.

I came in around 8:20am after this place opened. I was a little thrown off by not being greeted or…read morebasic eye contact after I ordered on the kiosk. I ordered a regular smoothie and it took a very long time to get made which was super disappointing since I was the only person inside and there were four people working plus I was in a rush to get to the airport. The smoothie was only okay. There were I blended banana chunks in my smoothie. I wouldn't come back here just because I like more welcoming places.

I recently did an athlete cleanse! The juices were super fresh, flavorful, and easy to stick with…read morethroughout the day. I felt energized, light, and never like I was forcing myself to drink something I didn't enjoy. The site was helpful in making sure I picked the right option for my lifestyle. I also appreciated how convenient everything was--packaged neatly and ready to go in their fridge when I arrived. Overall, it was the great reset and I'd definitely do it again. Plus, their everyday smoothies (my fav is AB&J) are just as good, so it's a spot I keep coming back to grab something healthy.

Always stop by when Im At Cotswold. Theres plenty of…read moreparking around their truck, the ladies taking the orders are quick and friendly. Enjoy the Açaí bowls every. single. time. Their products are fresh and they are generous with their fruits and toppings. Delicious and consistent every time! They have several tables to either wait for your order or enjoy your treat after it's ready.

$15 for this horrible shake. Firstly I stood outside 16 mins for them to make the shake. It was…read moreonly one guy in front of me so they weren't super busy. In fact, they weren't busy at all. Secondly it was warm. I've never had a warm shake. And the flavor just wasn't there. Costumer service wasn't horrible but by far wasn't top tier. This will be my first and last time

Stopped here for a healthier breakfast option before heading out of Charolette. It's a very cute…read moreand clean space. I ordered the Queen City bowl. The snack sized bowl was plenty for me and delicious. Everyone was very friendly and the space had overall good energy. It was also easy to find parking. Definitely worth stopping by the next time I'm in Charlotte.

I came here for the pop up Bru coffee and while waiting, we ordered the Queen City açaí bowl which…read morewas recommended by the cashier. The bowl was really fresh and delicious. I haven't consume fruit this fresh in a while. The restaurant was well beautiful and well decorated. I'm coming back to try other bowls!

What a great place this was. Best food hall I've ever been to. This was definitely a foodie…read moreexperience. I went to Botiwalla. I wrote a separate review for that one, which was out of your mind amazing, and when I come back, there are so many other places I have to try. There's an Italian place that makes noodles from scratch every day, so that's my goal for the next visit. My husband had a Cuban sandwich, and he said that was the best he's ever had. Everywhere there was great, comfortable seating with beautiful hanging boho plants that just gave a nice natural and calm touch to the environment.

While visiting the Carolina's at the start of 2026, we decided to do a short day trip to Charolette…read moreand ended up at Optimist Hall. As a New Yorker we have our share of markets/food halls and OH fits the familiar script, with a slightly smaller footprint than what I've experienced. What never seems to change is that securing seating can be a challenge because all spots are "prime" real estate and the abundance of choices is an indecisive person's nightmare. Nonetheless, to all the foodies at heart those are just minor details for mere mortals... lol. We managed to grab a larger enough table and everyone circled until we made our individual choices and then returned to our central meeting spot to break bread and indulge in all of our finds. We enjoyed several of the eateries we experienced and I was particularly intrigued by the plant store (albeit kinda pricey). Return is a no brainer especially for the places that were most memorable. Just A Note: Parking is not free, payment is required. Please not depending on the time of day it can be crowded so securing a spot will require patience.