Playa Bowls officially opened its doors on May 31 at 2107 E Beltline Ave NE, Suite B, bringing its signature açaí, pitaya, coconut bowls, smoothies, and juices to Grand Rapids. The shop is known for using high-quality, fresh ingredients and offering a menu full of health-focused options with bold flavor combinations.
What You’ll Find on the Menu
The lineup is extensive, with options categorized by base—like açaí, mango, pitaya, coconut, banana, or green blends—and loaded with toppings such as granola, Nutella, cacao nibs, and almond butter. Most bowls can be ordered as-is or customized.
Highlights from the Bowl Menu
- 8th Ave Bowl – Açaí base with blueberry flax granola, banana, and honey
- Pura Vida – Açaí topped with strawberries, blueberries, and granola
- Tropical – Açaí with pineapple, banana, coconut flakes, and honey
- Nutaya – Pitaya with banana, blueberries, cacao nibs, and Nutella
- Coco Craze – Coconut base with mango, pineapple, banana, and honey
- Green Power Bowl – Kale, banana, pineapple, and coconut milk blend with granola, banana, and almond butter
Each base has its own flavor profile and texture, from the bright and tart pitaya to the creamy banana blend.
Smoothies, Juices, and More
Playa Bowls also offers smoothies in blends like Matcha, Pink Pitaya, Acai Energy, and their coffee-infused Coconut New Orleans. Juice fans can choose from house-made cold-pressed options like:
- Mermaid Fuel – Kale, pineapple, apple, mint
- Wellness Warrior – Apple, carrot, lemon, ginger, turmeric
- Daylight Detox – Dragon fruit puree, ginger, fo-ti root, cayenne
Cold brews and wellness shots round out the drink menu, making it a solid stop for both breakfast and mid-day pick-me-ups.
What Makes Playa Bowls Different
This isn't just a smoothie shop. Playa Bowls focuses on sustainable sourcing, recyclable packaging, and community engagement. It started as a Jersey Shore surf-side idea and now operates more than 300 locations nationwide. The Grand Rapids location follows the same model—colorful, energetic, and packed with options.
Try It for Yourself
Whether you’re a longtime açaí fan or trying it for the first time, Playa Bowls has something for every kind of eater. Stop by and check out the new Grand Rapids location.