16 Places for Açaí Bowls Around Philadelphia
When it comes to frozen, fruity treats, nothing beats açaí bowls.
Açaí bowls are a perfect treat for a hot day. / Photograph courtesy of Stripp’d Juice
When it comes to frozen, fruity treats, nothing beats açaí bowls. Now that the warmer weather is here, we’re already looking for refreshing and delicious ways to cool down. Thankfully, açaí and smoothies bowls are not hard to come by in Philadelphia. Below are 16 Philly eateries where you can find fruity, frozen treats all summer long.
Animo Juice & Burrito Bar
Where: 1701 Arch Street, Logan Square
What: As you might guess from the name, this Center City spot is a go-to for juices and burritos, but they also have an impressive smoothie bowl menu, including everything from dragonfruit bowls to papaya bowls to superfood “blue majik” to, of course, açaí bowls.
Bimini Juice Bar & Salad Bar
Where: 807 North 2nd Street, Northern Liberties
What: This healthy eatery does juices, smoothies, salads, and wraps — and they also added açaí bowls to the menu, topped with berries and bananas.
Boostin’ Bowls
Where: 100 Levering Street, Manayunk
What: Bowls are the name of the game at this cafe. Here you’ll find the eatery’s namesake bowl with blueberries and granola; a “monkey” bowl featuring granola, banana, chocolate chips, cacao nibs, and coconut shavings; and a Nutty bowl that’s topped with Nutella, along with many other tasty offerings.
The EnerJuicer
Where: 1600 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Logan Square
What: Along with a packed menu of juices and smoothies, this shop has a short menu of smoothie and açaí bowls featuring classic fruit toppings like berries and bananas, as well as a “Cocoa Nut” bowl with cocoa powder and coconut flakes.
Front Street Cafe
Where: 1253 North Front Street, Fishtown
What: This full-service eatery is a go-to for “healthy” bar snacks (lookin’ at you, buffalo cauliflower bites), but you’ll also find an açaí bowl on the breakfast menu, made with an açaí banana whip and topped with fruit and a house-made nut and granola mix.
Frutta Bowls
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Where: 2001 Hamilton Street, Logan Square
What: Gone are the days of feeling held back by dietary restrictions. At this allergy-inclusive eatery, you’ll find a flavorful menu fully stocked with gluten-, soy-, and dairy-free options and bowls of every sort: açaí, pitaya, kale, and hot oatmeal.
Fuel
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Where: 1225 Walnut Street, Center City
What: Recharge yourself at one of three locations around Philly (and more coming soon) that provide fresh, healthy food. Stick with the signature açaí bowl or browse through the endless juice bar menu that now offers CBD-infused drinks.
Greens and Grains
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Where: The Comcast Center, 1701 JFK Boulevard
What: Now open in the Comcast Center, the first Philly location of this New Jersey chain offers four unique bowls — including the CBD-infused Coconut Bowl — and a seasonal, house-made, cold-pressed juice menu.
Happily Ever After Dessert Café
Where: 230 Market Street, Old City
What: This movie-themed cafe is primarily a spot for desserts like frozen yogurt, but they also serve coffee — and açaí bowls.
The Juice Merchant
Where: 4330 Main Street, Manayunk
What: This cafe serves up salads and avocado toast, and it’s also got a dedicated smoothie bowl menu section, featuring everything from a frozen banana bowl to a “Philly Bowl” with spinach and kale to the classic açaí superfood bowl.
Orchard Smoothie and Café
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Where: 1500 Federal Street, Point Breeze
What: Come take a look at this small spot with a colorful chalkboard menu featuring customizable açaí bowls and smoothies. The famously friendly staff will prepare your order in minutes and point you outside to their comfortable seating.
P.S. & Co.
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Where: 1706 Locust Street, Rittenhouse
What: This all-day vegan cafe and bakery offers a full organic menu (breakfast, lunch, and dinner!) featuring protein shakes, superfood smoothies, and açaí bowls. Try its avocado and kale milkshake with hints of lime and vanilla for a unique flavor.
Smart Street Healthy Kitchen & Juice Bar
Where: 38 South 19th Street, Rittenhouse
What: This lunch spot has a packed menu of sandwiches, salads, and wraps, but it’s also got four flavors of smoothie bowls, including a PB & J-inspired açaí bowl and a green bowl with maca powder and kale.
SoBol
Where: 46 South 17th Street, Rittenhouse
What: New on the scene in Rittenhouse, SoBol specializes in açaí bowls, pitaya bowls, and smoothies — and toppings include everything from flax seeds to Nutella to natural nut butters.
Stripp’d Juice
Where: 263 North 3rd Street, Old City
What: At this homegrown juicery, you’ll find three varieties of smoothie bowls: açaí, matcha, and blue majik.
Whole Foods Center City
Where: 2101 Pennsylvania Avenue, Fairmount
What: Yes, you can find just about every food under the sun at Whole Foods, but at the juice bar near the produce department, you can also find smoothie bowls in flavors like citrus, berry, and peanut butter banana, with granola and fruit among the toppings.
