Playa Bowls: Your Healthy Escape in Midtown NYC

Playa Bowls Introduce

In the fast-paced environment of New York City, finding a place that offers both speed and a genuinely healthy option can feel like a rare find. Playa Bowls, situated in the heart of Midtown, is exactly that kind of place. Stepping inside, you're transported from the concrete jungle to a laid-back, surf-inspired oasis. This restaurant specializes in a wide array of delicious and nutritious bowls, smoothies, and juices, making it a go-to spot for those seeking a fresh and vibrant meal. It's not just about a quick bite; it's about providing a wholesome, feel-good experience that energizes you for the rest of your day. For New Yorkers looking to eat well without sacrificing time, Playa Bowls offers a perfect solution.

Location and Accessibility

You’ll find Playa Bowls at 870 7th Ave, New York, NY 10019, USA. Its location is highly convenient, positioned in a bustling section of Midtown just a short walk from Central Park, Columbus Circle, and the Theater District. This makes it an ideal stop for tourists exploring the city's iconic sights or for locals on their way to work or the gym. The restaurant is easily accessible by public transportation, with numerous subway lines and buses serving the area. The establishment also features a wheelchair-accessible entrance, ensuring that all customers can comfortably enter and enjoy their healthy meals. The setup is designed for efficiency, perfect for a city where people are always on the go.

Services Offered

Playa Bowls provides a streamlined service model that focuses on getting you your fresh, customized meal quickly and conveniently.

Takeout: Perfect for a grab-and-go option, you can quickly pick up your order and continue on your way.
Dine-in: The restaurant offers a casual and trendy dining space where you can sit and enjoy your bowl or smoothie.
Catering: For larger events or gatherings, Playa Bowls offers catering services with their half-gallon tubs of various bases, allowing you to bring the healthy and delicious experience to your party.

Features / Highlights

What makes Playa Bowls stand out is its commitment to fresh, high-quality ingredients and a vibrant, inviting atmosphere.

Healthy options: The entire menu is built on a foundation of fresh fruit, wholesome ingredients, and nutritious superfoods.
Vegan and Vegetarian options: With a menu full of plant-based ingredients, Playa Bowls is a haven for vegans and vegetarians.
Quick bite: The service is fast and efficient, making it an excellent choice for a quick, yet substantial, meal.
Coffee: The menu includes coffee specials like Sweet Cream Cold Brew and Playola Cold Brew, providing a caffeine boost alongside your meal.
Casual and trendy atmosphere: The interior has a cool, laid-back vibe reminiscent of a surf shop, creating a relaxing environment that feels a world away from the busy city streets.
Good for kids: The vibrant colors and naturally sweet flavors of the bowls and smoothies make them popular with children.
Payments: The restaurant accepts a variety of modern payment methods, including credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments for added convenience.
Solo dining: It's a popular spot for individuals to grab a quick, healthy meal alone, perfect for a solo lunch break or a quick refuel.

Contact Information

For any questions or to place an order, you can contact Playa Bowls directly.

Address: 870 7th Ave, New York, NY 10019, USA

Phone: (212) 470-8159

What Is Worth Choosing

Playa Bowls’ menu is a colorful and creative collection of nutritious options that are both visually appealing and incredibly satisfying. The stars of the show are the bowls, with a variety of bases to choose from: Acai, Pitaya, Green (Kale), Banana, and Coconut. Each base is blended with fresh fruit and milk, then topped with an array of delicious toppings like granola, fresh fruit, peanut butter, and Nutella.

The Acai Bowls, like the Tropical Acai Bowl and Pura Vida Acai Bowl, are a great choice for a classic taste. For those looking for a vibrant, exotic flavor, the Pitaya Bowls—such as the Electric Mermaid Pitaya Bowl or the Dragon Berry Pitaya Bowl—are a must-try. The Green Bowls, with their base of kale, banana, pineapple, and coconut milk, offer a nutrient-dense option that doesn't compromise on flavor. And for those who love the taste of the tropics, the Coconut Bowls, like the Coconut Craze or Nutelloco Bowl, are a fantastic indulgence.

Beyond the bowls, the menu features an impressive selection of Fresh Juices and Smoothies, all made with wholesome ingredients. The Cold Pressed Juices, like Daylight Detox or Green Barrel, are a fantastic way to get a quick dose of vitamins and minerals. The smoothies, such as the Aloha Smoothie or the Green Smoothie, are perfect for a refreshing and filling drink. One customer review perfectly captured the experience, praising their first-ever acai bowl as "quite amazing" and describing the Dolce Smoothie as a flavor that "blast my taste my tounge to another world."

The unique atmosphere and fresh ingredients are what make Playa Bowls a top choice in Midtown. The customer service is also a highlight, with one reviewer noting how they were "guide to an amazing experience" with helpful recommendations. Whether you're a seasoned health enthusiast or just looking for a delicious and easy way to get your fruits and veggies in, the wide variety of creative and tasty options makes Playa Bowls a worthwhile destination. It's a place where you can feel good about what you're eating, and it's a testament to the fact that healthy can also be incredibly flavorful and fun.

Playa Bowls Menu

Fresh Juices
Ding Repair Juice $9.99
Apple, beet, carrot, cucumber, and spinach
Beach Break Juice $9.99
Carrot, ginger, lemon, and pineapple
Ground Swell Juice $9.99
Apple, kale, and spinach
Endless Summer Juice $9.99
Carrot and ginger
Mermaid Fuel Juice $9.99
Apple, kale, mint, and pineapple
Dawn Patrol Juice $9.99
Apple, carrot, and orange
Green Room Juice $9.99
Apple, cucumber, kale, lemon, and mint

Summer Specials
Tropical Twist Smoothie $10.95
Playa passion fruit base, Playa mango base, strawberry, coconut milk with a coco whip & strawberry puree drizzle
Playa Passion- Passion Fruit Bowl $17.95
Playa passion fruit base topped with blueberry flax granola, strawberry, pineapple, coco whip & honey
Summer Vacay Coconut Protein Bites $7.95
Blueberry flax granola, coconut flakes, vanilla whey protein, honey, chia seeds, coconut oil & Nutella®
Watermelon Refresh Cold Pressed Juice $9.95
Watermelon, lemon, ginger & hibiscus

Catering
1/2 Gallon Tub - Green $49.99
This 1/2 gallon tub of Playa Bowls green base is sure to keep you fueled and energized!
1/2 Gallon Tub - Coconut $49.99
If a tropical island was a Playa Bowls base, it would be the coconut one! You cannot go wrong with a 1/2 gallon tub of this deliciousness.
1/2 Gallon Tub - Banana $49.99
Ice cream but make it healthy! This 1/2 gallon tub of Playa Bowls banana base will 100% be a crowd pleaser.
1/2 Gallon Tub - Pitaya $49.99
Bring the beach home with you and enjoy a 1/2 gallon tub of Playa Bowls pitaya blend at home!
1/2 Gallon Tub - Acai $49.99
Always wanted a tub of playa acai to enjoy on the couch?! Now's your chance! Enjoy a 1/2 gallon tub of Playa Acai at home!

Green Bowls- Kale, Banana, Pineapple, and Coconut Milk Blend
Custom Green Bowl- Includes Blueberry Flax Granola $16.95
Custom Green Bowl- includes blueberry flax granola
Hemp Green Bowl $16.95
Kale blend topped with granola, banana, blueberry, hemp seeds, and agave. Green bowl blended with kale, pineapple, banana, and coconut milk.
Ocean Ave Green Bowl $16.95
Kale blend topped with banana, granola, and honey. Green bowl blended with kale, pineapple, banana, and coconut milk.
Lola Green Bowl $16.95
Kale blend topped with granola, pineapple, mango, coconut flakes, and honey. Green bowl blended with kale, pineapple, banana, and coconut milk.
Green Power Bowl $16.95
Kale blend with vanilla protein topped with granola, banana, and almond butter. Green bowl blended with kale, pineapple, banana, and coconut milk.
Pacific Green Bowl $16.95
Kale blend topped with granola, strawberry, banana, shaved almonds, chia seeds, and honey. Green bowl blended with kale, pineapple, banana, and coconut milk.

Build Your Own Bowl
Build Your Own Bowl $16.95
Includes: 4 bowls of bases of your choice, one bag of granola, 2 bowls of fruit, and 4 sides of drizzles. specify base, fruit, and drizzle preferences in special instructions

Snacks
Playanola (Granola) $14.95
the granola we use for our bowls
Peanut Butter Chocolate Protein Bites $6.99
playa signature blueberry-flax granola, peanut butter, chocolate whey protein, chia seeds, raw cacao nibs and honey
Jones Bar Dark Chocolate Almond $4.99
Nutella Tub $49.99
6.5 Pounds
Playanola (Gluten-Free Granola) $15.95
the granola we use for our bowls (Gluten-Free

Coconut Bowls - Playa Coconut Base
Coco Power Coconut Bowl $16.95
Playa Coconut blend (contains coconut, and banana) with vanilla protein topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, coconut flakes, and almond butter
Coconut Craze Coconut Bowl $16.95
Playa Coconut blend (contains coconut, and banana) topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, mango, pineapple, coconut flakes, and honey
Coco Coconut Bowl $16.95
Playa Coconut blend (contains coconut, and banana) topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, and honey
Coco Berry Bowl Coconut Bowl $16.95
Playa Coconut blend (contains coconut, and banana) topped with blueberry flax granola, strawberry, blueberry, and honey
Nutelloco Bowl $16.95
Playa Coconut blend (contains coconut, and banana) topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, strawberry, coconut flakes, cacao nibs, and Nutella®
Custom Coconut Bowl- Includes Blueberry Flax Granola $16.95
Custom Coconut Bowl- includes blueberry flax granola

Coffee & Drinks
Essentia Sports Cap Water $3.95
Celsius Playa Pina Colada $4.95
Poppi (Watermelon) Sparkling Prebiotic Soda $5.99
Health-Ade Kombucha (Ginger Lemon) $6.95
ROAR ORGANIC - Electrolyte Infusions (Cucumber Watermelon) $5.95
Antioxidants, B-Vitamins, Non-GMO, No Artificial Flavors
Poppi (Orange) Sparkling Prebiotic Soda $5.99
ROAR ORGANIC - Electrolyte Infusions (Blueberry Acai) $5.95
Antioxidants, B-Vitamins, Non-GMO, No Artificial Flavors
ROAR ORGANIC - Electrolyte Infusions (Mango Clementine) $5.95
Antioxidants, B-Vitamins, Non-GMO, No Artificial Flavors
Health-Ade Kombucha (Watermelon) $6.95
Poppi (Strawberry Lemon) Sparkling Prebiotic Soda $5.99
Health-Ade Kombucha (Pink Lady Apple) $6.95
Poppi (Raspberry Rose) Sparkling Prebiotic Soda $5.99
Poppi (Ginger Lime) Sparkling Prebiotic Soda $5.99

Acai Bowls
Tropical Acai Bowl $16.95
Playa Acai topped with granola, pineapple, banana, honey & coconut flakes
Power Acai Bowl $16.95
Playa Acai with chocolate protein topped with granola, banana & peanut butter
Pura Vida Acai Bowl $16.95
Playa Acai topped with granola, strawberry, blueberry & honey
8th Ave Acai Bowl $16.95
Playa Acai topped with granola, banana & honey
Custom Acai Bowl- Includes Blueberry Flax Granola $16.95
Custom Acai Bowl- includes blueberry flax granola
Nutella Acai Bowl $16.95
Playa Acai topped with granola, strawberry, banana, nutella & coconut flakes

Hot Oatmeal Bowls
Custom Oatmeal Bowl- Steel Cut And Organic $10.99
Custom Oatmeal Bowl- Steel cut and organic
Banana, Cinnamon, Figs, And Walnuts Oatmeal Bowl $10.99
Steel cut oatmeal topped with banana, walnut, cinnamon, and fig (Served Hot)
Banana, Peanut Butter, And Chocolate Protein Oatmeal Bowl $10.99
Steel cut oatmeal with chocolate protein topped with banana and peanut butter (Served Hot)
Blueberry, Strawberry, And Sliced Almonds Oatmeal Bowl $10.99
Steel cut oatmeal topped with strawberry, blueberry, and sliced almonds (Served Hot)
Maple Syrup And Brown Sugar Oatmeal Bowl $10.99
Steel cut oatmeal with maple syrup and brown sugar (Served Hot)
Strawberry, Banana, Coconut Flakes, And Nutella Oatmeal Bowl $10.99
Steel cut oatmeal topped with strawberry, banana, coconut flakes, and Nutella® (Served Hot)

Banana Bowls- Banana, Honey, and Almond Milk Blend
Custom Banana Bowl- Includes Blueberry Flax Granola $16.95
Custom Banana Bowl- includes blueberry flax granola
Nica Bowl $16.95
Banana blend (contains banana, honey, and almond milk) topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, strawberry, walnuts, cacao nibs, and peanut butter
Costa Bowl $16.95
Banana blend (contains banana, honey, and almond milk) with vanilla protein topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, mint, and Nutella®
Olas Bowl $16.95
Banana blend (contains banana, honey, and almond milk) topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, blueberry, coconut flakes, chia seeds, and almond butter
Tide Bowl $16.95
Banana blend (contains banana, honey, and almond milk) topped with blueberry flax granola, pineapple, mango, kiwi, goji berries, bee pollen, and honey

Cold Pressed Juices
Daylight Detox $9.95
Filtered Water, Organic Lemon, Simple Syrup, Dragon Fruit Puree, Ginger, Fo-ti root, Cayenne Pepper, Himalayan Salt
Blue Mermaid $9.95
Filtered Water, Organic Lemon, Simple Syrup, Blue Spirulina
Elderberry Shot $6.95
Apple, Organic Lemon, Elderberry, Cayenne Pepper
Wellness Warrior $9.95
Apple, Carrot, Lemon, Ginger, Beet, Turmeric, Cayenne
Ginger Bomb $9.95
Orange, Ginger, Lemon, Himalyan Salt, Oregano Extract
Orange Surf Quencher $9.95
100% All Natural fresh oranges
Green Barrel $9.95
Pineapple, Apple, Chard, Celery, Kale, Ginger, Spirulina, Wheatgrass

Smoothies
Aloha Smoothie $9.95
Banana, mango, pineapple, and coconut milk.
Green Smoothie $9.95
Kale, banana, pineapple, and coconut milk
Pink Pitaya Smoothie $9.95
Playa Pitaya, banana, pineapple & coconut milk
Dolce Smoothie $10.95
Banana, chocolate protein, peanut butter, and coconut milk.
Strawberry Banana Smoothie $9.95
Strawberry, banana, and coconut milk
Booster Smoothie $10.95
Banana, peanut butter, vanilla protein, flax oil, spirulina, and cashew milk
Orange Power Smoothie $9.95
Orange, pineapple, vanilla protein, and coconut milk
Matcha Smoothie $10.95
Matcha Green Tea, Banana, Pineapple, and Coconut Milk
The Dang Smoothie $10.95
Banana, wheat grass powder, peanut butter, cinnamon, and almond milk.
Kowabunga Smoothie $9.95
Banana, strawberry, blueberry, and coconut milk.
Acai Energy Smoothie $9.95
Playa Acai, banana, strawberry & coconut milk

Coffee Specials
Sweet Cream Cold Brew $5.95
Chicory coffee concentrate (New Orleans style) with sweet cream creamer & oat milk
Dolce Latte Smoothie $9.95
Banana, peanut butter, chicory coffee concentrate, chocolate protein & coconut milk
Coconut New Orleans Smoothie $9.95
Banana, coconut base, chicory coffee concentrate, cacao nibs & oat milk
Playola Cold Brew $4.99
Chicory coffee concentrate (New Orleans Style)

Pitaya Bowls - Highest Quality Pitaya.
Electric Mermaid Pitaya Bowl $16.95
Playa Pitaya topped with blueberry flax granola, pineapple, mango, kiwi, coconut flakes, and honey
Pink Flamingo Pitaya Bowl $16.95
Playa Pitaya topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, and honey
Nutaya Pitaya Bowl $16.95
Playa Pitaya topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, blueberry, cacao nibs, coconut flakes, and Nutella®
Dragon Berry Pitaya Bowl $16.95
Playa Pitaya topped with blueberry flax granola, strawberry, blueberry, and honey
Goji Pitaya Bowl $16.95
Playa Pitaya topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, pineapple, goji berries, coconut flakes, and honey
Pink Power Pitaya Bowl $16.95
Playa Pitaya with vanilla protein topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, and honey
Custom Pitaya Bowl- Includes Blueberry Flax Granola $16.95
Custom Pitaya Bowl- includes blueberry flax granola

Grab & Go
Skinny Dipped Dark Chocolate Cocoa Almonds $3.75
Skinny dipped almonds are non-gmo, gluten free, kosher, and made without artificial colors, flavors, and sweeteners.
Skinny Dipped Lemon Bliss Almonds $3.75
Skinny dipped almonds are non-gmo, gluten free, kosher, and made without artificial colors, flavors, and sweeteners.
BOBO Bar Coconut $3.99
Bobo bars are made with 100% whole grain oats. they are certified gluten free, non-gmo & kosher.
Uglies Sea Salt Kettle Chip $3.75
Uglies kettle chips are crafted from upcycled potatoes with slight imperfections. they are certified non-gmo, kosher, certified gluten free and up cycle certified.
BOBO Bar PB&J’s Strawberry $3.99
Bobo bars are made with 100% whole grain oats. they are certified gluten free, non-gmo & kosher.
Uglies Sea Salt & Vinegar Kettle Chip $3.75
Uglies kettle chips are crafted from upcycled potatoes with slight imperfections. they are certified non-gmo, kosher, certified gluten free and up cycle certified.
BOBO Bar PB&J’s Grape $3.99
Bobo bars are made with 100% whole grain oats. they are certified gluten free, non-gmo & kosher.
BOBO Bar Chocolate Chip $3.99
Bobo bars are made with 100% whole grain oats. they are certified gluten free, non-gmo & kosher.
Skinny Dipped Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Almonds $3.75
Skinny dipped almonds are non-gmo, gluten free, kosher, and made without artificial colors, flavors, and sweeteners.

Playa Bowls Details

Service options
Takeout
Dine-in

Popular for
Solo dining

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Offerings
Coffee
Healthy options
Quick bite
Vegan options
Vegetarian options

Dining options
Catering
Dessert
Table service

Atmosphere
Casual
Trendy

Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments

Children
Good for kids

Playa Bowls Photos

Playa Bowls Location

Playa Bowls

New York New York County New York 7th Avenue

870 7th Ave, New York, NY 10019, USA

Playa Bowls Reviews

An average rating of ★4.7 from 98 user reviews.

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Today was my first day at playa bowl and I have to admit to enjoy my first acai bowl ever, it quite amazing and the dolce smoothie straight up blast my taste my tounge to another world, the atmosphere inside gives you the feeling like you in a surf shop with a mix of beach restaurant, clean floors and the customer service was on point went I needed help with recommendations no lie I was guide to an amazing experience I can't wait for another visit 💯
August 08 · Robinson Verna
I love their bowls, fresh, juicy, tasty, sweet but not cloying, and its peanut butter is a craziness… it’s a MUST HAVE
May 25 · María Pérez
This place is the best!The people who work here are very friendly, attentive. Constantly cleaning, they wash their hands after every customer. The Best!!!Highly recommended!Thank you!!!
December 21 · Guadalupe
I ordered 2 different bowls for pickup and opened my order at home only to find 2 of the same bowls. The order is clearly written on the bag. I can understand if the bowls I ordered were similar, but they were completely different.
March 07 · Alex
Not what I expected and absolutely delicious!! I got the electric mermaid pitaya bowl. Wow!! I'm so glad I stopped here! The service was great, too. I went with the girl behind the counters' favorite bowl, glad I did.
November 12 · Elizabeth Dickens