Playa Bowls Introduce
Looking for a vibrant, delicious, and genuinely healthy meal option in the Northern New Jersey area? **Playa Bowls** in Montclair, NJ, offers the perfect blend of a beachy atmosphere and a superfood-packed menu. Located in the heart of Montclair, this health food restaurant has become a local staple for anyone seeking a quick bite, a satisfying breakfast, or a nutritious dessert.
Playa Bowls specializes in customizable bowls built on five different bases: Acai, Pitaya (Dragon Fruit), Green (Spinach and Kale), Mango, and Banana. Each bowl is then topped with a variety of fresh fruit, granola, nuts, and drizzles like honey or Nutella. The result is a meal that is as visually appealing as it is flavorful and nourishing. Whether you are a dedicated health enthusiast, follow a vegan diet, or simply want a refreshing treat, Playa Bowls delivers a consistent, high-quality experience.
More than just a bowl shop, the Montclair location extends its offerings to a full range of energizing options, including protein-rich Oatmeal Bowls, refreshing Smoothies, and powerful Cold Pressed Juices like the Wellness Warrior and Daylight Detox. This commitment to fresh, healthy options ensures that locals have access to quick and guilt-free food choices throughout the day.
---## Location and AccessibilityThe Montclair branch of Playa Bowls is strategically situated in a bustling, easily accessible part of town, making it a convenient stop for locals, college students, and tourists exploring the area.
28 S Park St, Montclair, NJ 07042, USA
Located on South Park Street, the restaurant is a prominent feature of the downtown area. Accessibility is a key feature here, as the location offers:
- Wheelchair Accessibility: The restaurant is equipped with a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking lot, seating, and restroom, ensuring a comfortable visit for all patrons.
- Parking Options: While situated in a busy downtown area, the location benefits from both Free Street Parking and Paid Street Parking options nearby, allowing you to easily stop in for a quick pickup or a relaxed dine-in experience.
- Outdoor Seating: On beautiful New Jersey days, you can enjoy your superfood bowl or smoothie on the outdoor seating area, which is also Dog-Friendly (allowing your furry friends outside).
Playa Bowls in Montclair is focused on providing a smooth and swift customer experience through various service options designed for modern, busy New Jersey residents.
- Dine-in and Seating: Enjoy the casual, cozy, and trendy atmosphere inside the restaurant with ample seating for individuals and groups.
- Takeout and Delivery: For maximum convenience, the restaurant offers in-store takeout, local delivery, and no-contact delivery to enjoy your healthy meal at home or the office.
- Catering Services: Perfect for business meetings, parties, or special events, they offer **Catering** options, including large Playa Bowls Fruit Trays and Half Gallon Tubs of the popular Acai, Pitaya, or Green bases.
- Dining Options: Serving patrons throughout the day, the location is popular for Breakfast, Lunch, and a healthy Dessert alternative.
- Payment Flexibility: All major forms of payment are accepted, including Credit Cards, Debit Cards, and NFC Mobile Payments, for fast service.
What makes Playa Bowls stand out in the competitive Montclair dining scene is its dedication to quality ingredients, customization, and a refreshing, unique concept.
- Five Customizable Bases: Choose from Acai, Pitaya, Green, Mango, or Banana bases, all of which can be customized with a huge array of toppings, allowing you to build your perfect, personalized superfood bowl.
- Extensive Menu Variety: Beyond the core bowls, the menu features unique categories like Oatmeal Bowls (available with toppings like Peanut Butter and Chocolate Protein), various Smoothies (including Matcha Smoothie and Acai Energy Smoothie), and Cold Pressed Juices.
- Health-Conscious Offerings: The entire concept revolves around Healthy Options and caters exceptionally well to dietary needs, offering a full range of Vegan Options, Vegetarian Options, and small, quick plates.
- Seasonal and Special Items: The menu is kept fresh and exciting with limited-time offerings like the Fall Specials (such as the PB & Jammin’ Acai Bowl and PB&J Smoothie) and Annual Specials like the Booster Bowl.
- Fast-Paced Service Model: Designed as a quick-service spot, the location is highlighted for its generally Fast Service—a major plus for busy New Jersey commuters and students needing a speedy meal (though one customer did note occasional slowness, which suggests improvement is ongoing).
- Vibrant, Beachy Vibe: The ambiance is described as casual, cozy, and trendy, providing a fun, tropical escape from the usual hustle and bustle. The bright atmosphere appeals to College Students and Groups.
To call ahead for pickup, inquire about catering, or find out about the current daily specials, use the contact details below:
- Address: 28 S Park St, Montclair, NJ 07042, USA
- Phone: (973) 337-8162
For a first-time visitor or a local user looking for the most popular and signature experience, choosing one of the Acai Bowls is highly recommended. The Pura Vida Acai Bowl is a customer favorite, described as "perfection" with its classic blend of acai base, strawberries, and blueberries. The Nutella Acai Bowl is also a top choice for a slightly more indulgent, yet still nutritious, treat.
If you are looking to branch out from acai, the Pitaya Bowls are a must-try. The bright pink color and unique flavor of the Pink Flamingo Pitaya Bowl or the Goji Pitaya Bowl provide a refreshing alternative. For those who prioritize greens but still want a delicious meal, the Hemp Green Bowl or Pacific Green Bowl expertly blend leafy greens with fruit to create a surprisingly flavorful and nutrient-dense option.
Don't overlook the beverage and snack menu if you're on a mission for quick fuel. The Cold Pressed Juices offer a powerful shot of vitamins, and for a warming start to a chilly New Jersey morning, the customizable Oatmeal Bowls are a fantastic, protein-rich breakfast option. Playa Bowls truly excels at providing a feel-good, healthy meal that satisfies both your taste buds and your commitment to a vibrant lifestyle.
Playa Bowls Food & drink
Mango Bowls
- Mango Berry $14.21
Playa Mango topped with blueberry flax granola, strawberry, blueberry, and honey
- Mucho Mango $13.03
Playa Mango topped with blueberry flax granola, pineapple, banana, coconut flakes, and honey
- Custom Mango Bowl- Includes Blueberry Flax Granola $11.85
Custom Mango Bowl- includes blueberry flax granola
- Goldie Mango $14.21
Playa Mango topped with blueberry flax granola, strawberry, banana, and Nutella®
- Mango Power $14.21
Playa Mango with vanilla protein topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, and peanut butter
Green Bowls
- Custom Green Bowl- Includes Blueberry Flax Granola $11.85
Custom Green Bowl- includes blueberry flax granola
- Pacific Green Bowl $13.03
Green blend (contains kale, banana, pineapple, and coconut milk) topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, strawberry, sliced almonds, chia seeds, and honey
- Hemp Green Bowl $13.03
Green blend (contains kale, banana, pineapple, and coconut milk) topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, blueberry, hemp seeds, and agave
- Ocean Ave Green Bowl $11.85
Green blend (contains kale, banana, pineapple, and coconut milk) topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, and honey
- Green Power Bowl $14.21
Kale blend with vanilla protein topped with granola, banana, and almond butter. Green bowl blended with kale, pineapple, banana, and coconut milk.
- Lola Green Bowl $13.03
Green blend (contains kale, banana, pineapple, and coconut milk) topped with blueberry flax granola, pineapple, mango, coconut flakes, and honey
Cold Pressed Juices
- Orange Surf Quencher $9.47
100% all natural fresh oranges // good source of vitamin C
- Daylight Detox $9.47
Filtered water, organic lemon, simple syrup, dragon fruit puree, ginger, fo-ti root, cayenne pepper, hibiscus, and himalayan salt // high in fiber and promotes a healthy gut
- Wellness Warrior $9.47
Apple, carrot, lemon, ginger, beet, turmeric and cayenne // helps to boost your immune system
- Green Barrel $9.47
Pineapple, apple, chard, celery, kale, ginger, spirulina and wheatgrass // eliminates toxins and boosts your metabolism
- Elderberry Shot $5.92
Apple, organic lemon, elderberry and cayenne pepper // helps to boost immunity and reduce inflammation
- Ginger Bomb $5.92
Orange, ginger, lemon, himalayan salt and oregano extract // improves digestion and boosts immunity
- Blue Mermaid $9.47
Filtered water, organic lemon, simple syrup and blue spirulina // rich in antioxidants and protects the skin
Oatmeal Bowls
- Blueberry, Strawberry, And Sliced Almonds Oatmeal Bowl $10.66
Steel cut oatmeal topped with strawberry, blueberry, and sliced almonds
- Custom Oatmeal Bowl- Steel Cut And Organic $8.29
Custom Oatmeal Bowl- Steel cut and organic
- Maple Syrup And Brown Sugar Oatmeal Bowl $10.66
Steel cut oatmeal with maple syrup and brown sugar
- Strawberry, Banana, Coconut Flakes, And Nutella Oatmeal Bowl $10.66
Steel cut oatmeal topped with strawberry, banana, coconut flakes, and Nutella®
- Banana, Peanut Butter, And Chocolate Protein Oatmeal Bowl $10.66
Steel cut oatmeal with chocolate protein topped with banana and peanut butter
- Banana, Cinnamon, Figs, And Walnuts Oatmeal Bowl $10.66
Steel cut oatmeal topped with banana, walnut, cinnamon, and fig
Annual Specials
- Fruit Bowl $14.21
- Stupid Cupid $14.21
Stupid cupid blend (contains strawberry, banana and coconut milk) topped with blueberry flax granola, strawberry, cacao nibs, coconut flakes, Nutella® and white chocolate
- Booster Bowl $14.21
Booster blend (contains banana, peanut butter, vanilla protein, flax oil, spirulina and cashew milk) topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, chia seeds, and peanut butter
Banana Bowls
- Olas Bowl $13.03
Banana blend (contains banana, honey, and almond milk) topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, blueberry, coconut flakes, chia seeds, and almond butter
- Tide Bowl $13.03
Banana blend (contains banana, honey, and almond milk) topped with blueberry flax granola, pineapple, mango, kiwi, goji berries, bee pollen, and honey
- Custom Banana Bowl- Includes Blueberry Flax Granola $11.85
Custom Banana Bowl- includes blueberry flax granola
- Costa Bowl $13.03
Banana blend (contains banana, honey, and almond milk) with vanilla protein topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, mint, and Nutella®
- Nica Bowl $13.03
Banana blend (contains banana, honey, and almond milk) topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, strawberry, walnuts, cacao nibs, and peanut butter
Beverages
- Celsius Orange $4.73
Celsius Sparkling Orange
- Celsius Guava $4.73
Celsius Sparkling Kiwi Guava
- Celsius Watermelon $4.73
Celsius Sparkling Watermelon
Coconut Bowls
- Coco Berry Coconut Bowl $13.03
Playa Coconut blend (contains coconut, and banana) topped with blueberry flax granola, strawberry, blueberry, and honey
- Coco Craze Coconut Bowl $14.21
Playa Coconut blend (contains coconut, and banana) topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, mango, pineapple, coconut flakes, and honey
- Coco Coconut Bowl $13.03
Playa Coconut blend (contains coconut, and banana) topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, and honey
- Coco Power Coconut Bowl $14.21
Playa Coconut blend (contains coconut, and banana) with vanilla protein topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, coconut flakes, and almond butter
- Custom Coconut Bowl- Includes Blueberry Flax Granola $11.85
Custom Coconut Bowl- includes blueberry flax granola
- Nutelloco Coconut Bowl $14.21
Playa Coconut blend (contains coconut, and banana) topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, strawberry, coconut flakes, cacao nibs, and Nutella®
Snacks
- BOBO Bar PB&J’s Grape $1.88
BOBO Bar PB&J’s Grape
- BOBO Bar Coconut $3.54
BOBO Bar Coconut
- Playanola Bags $11.85
1lb bag of blueberry flax granola
- PB&J Jones Bars $3.55
Strawberries, Peanuts, Dates, Sea Salt, Chia Seeds.
- Skinny Dipped Dark Chocolate Cocoa Almonds $2.83
Skinny Dipped Dark Chocolate Cocoa Almonds
- BOBO Bar Chocolate Chip $3.54
BOBO Bar Chocolate Chip
- Playa Bowls Honey Jar $14.21
Local honey from N&D's farm in Monroe, NJ.
- Skinny Dipped Lemon Bliss Almonds $2.83
Skinny Dipped Lemon Bliss Almonds
- Uglies Sea Salt & Vinegar Kettle Chip $2.95
Uglies Sea Salt & Vinegar Kettle Chip
- Uglies Sea Salt Kettle Chips $2.95
Uglies Sea Salt Kettle Chips
- BOBO Bar PB&J’s Strawberry $1.88
BOBO Bar PB&J’s Strawberry
- Skinny Dipped Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Almonds $2.83
Skinny Dipped Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Almonds
- Dark Chocolate Almond Jones Bar $3.55
Cocoa Chips, Almonds, Dates, Sea Salt, Chia Seeds.
Fall Specials
- PB&J Smoothie 20oz $11.79
Strawberry, banana, peanut butter protein crumble, peanut butter, coconut milk & strawberry puree drizzle
- Grab & Go Peanut Butter Protein Crumble $8.25
Organic Pea Protein, organic peanut butter, organic coconut nectar, organic cold pressed coconut oil, organic 70% dark chocolate, organic ground flaxseed, organic unsulphured blackstrap molasses & himalayan pink sea salt
- PB&J Smoothie 16oz $10.61
Strawberry, banana, peanut butter protein crumble, peanut butter, coconut milk & strawberry puree drizzle
- PB & Jammin’- Acai Bowl $16.52
Playa Acai base topped with blueberry flax granola, strawberry, banana, peanut butter protein crumble, peanut butter & strawberry puree drizzle
Coffee Specials
- Playola Cold Brew 16oz $4.15
Chicory Coffee Concentrate (New Orleans Style)
- Playola Cold Brew 20oz $5.34
Chicory Coffee Concentrate (New Orleans Style)
- Sweet Cream Cold Brew $7.09
Chicory coffee concentrate (New Orleans style) with sweet cream, and oat milk
- Dolce Latte Smoothie 16oz $9.47
Banana, peanut butter, chicory coffee concentrate, chocolate protein, and coconut milk
- Coconut New Orleans Smoothie 16oz $9.47
Banana, peanut butter, chicory coffee concentrate, chocolate protein, and coconut milk
- Dolce Latte Smoothie 20oz $10.65
Banana, peanut butter, chicory coffee concentrate, chocolate protein, and coconut milk
- Coconut New Orleans Smoothie 20oz $10.65
Banana, peanut butter, chicory coffee concentrate, chocolate protein, and coconut milk
Pitaya Bowls
- Dragonberry Pitaya Bowl $13.03
Playa Pitaya topped with blueberry flax granola, strawberry, blueberry, and honey
- Electric Mermaid Pitaya Bowl $14.21
Playa Pitaya topped with blueberry flax granola, pineapple, mango, kiwi, coconut flakes, and honey
- Goji Pitaya Bowl $14.21
Playa Pitaya topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, pineapple, goji berries, coconut flakes, and honey
- Pink Power Pitaya Bowl $14.21
Playa Pitaya with vanilla protein topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, and honey
- Pink Flamingo Pitaya Bowl $11.85
Playa Pitaya topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, and honey
- Custom Pitaya Bowl- Includes Blueberry Flax Granola $11.85
Custom Pitaya Bowl- includes blueberry flax granola
- Nutaya Bowl $14.21
Playa Pitaya topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, blueberry, cacao nibs, coconut flakes, and Nutella®
Catering
- Playa Bowls Fruit Tray $53.30
Bring Playa Bowls home! Enjoy our fresh fruit tray with a base of your choice. Add sides to your tray for an awesome extra tastebud treat!
- 1/2 Gallon Tub - Coconut $53.30
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. The Playa Coconut blend contains coconut and banana.
- 1/2 Gallon Tub - Pitaya $53.30
Bring the beach home with you and enjoy a 1/2 gallon tub of Playa Pitaya at home!
- 1/2 Gallon Tub - Acai $53.30
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!
- 1/2 Gallon Tub - Green $53.30
This 1/2 gallon tub of Playa Bowls green blend is sure to keep you fueled and energized! The green blend contains kale, banana, pineapple, and coconut milk.
- 1/2 Gallon Tub - Banana $53.30
Ice cream but make it healthy! This 1/2 gallon tub of Playa Bowls banana blend will 100% be a crowd pleaser. The banana blend contains banana, honey, and almond milk.
Acai Bowls
- Power Acai Bowl $14.21
Playa Acai with chocolate protein topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, and peanut butter
- Custom Acai Bowl- Includes Blueberry Flax Granola $11.85
Custom Acai Bowl- includes blueberry flax granola
- 8th Ave Acai Bowl $11.85
Playa Acai topped with blueberry flax granola, banana, and honey
- Pura Vida Acai Bowl $14.21
Playa Acai topped with blueberry flax granola, strawberry, blueberry, and honey
- Tropical Acai Bowl $13.03
Playa Acai topped with blueberry flax granola, pineapple, banana, coconut flakes, and honey
- Nutella Acai Bowl $14.21
Playa Acai topped with blueberry flax granola, strawberry, banana, coconut flakes, and Nutella®
Smoothies
- Matcha Smoothie $10.05
Banana, pineapple, matcha, and coconut milk
- Strawberry Banana Smoothie $10.05
Strawberry, banana, and coconut milk
- Booster Smoothie $10.05
Banana, peanut butter, vanilla protein, flax oil, spirulina, and cashew milk
- Dolce Smoothie $10.05
Banana, peanut butter, chocolate protein, and coconut milk
- Kowabunga Smoothie $10.05
Strawberry, banana, blueberry, and coconut milk
- Green Smoothie $9.76
Kale, banana, pineapple, and coconut milk
- Acai Energy Smoothie $10.05
Playa acai, banana, strawberry, and coconut milk
- Aloha Smoothie $10.05
Banana, mango, pineapple, and coconut milk
- Pink Pitaya Smoothie $10.05
Playa Pitaya and coconut milk
- The Dang Smoothie $10.05
Banana, wheatgrass, cinnamon, peanut butter, and almond milk
Playa Bowls Details
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid street parking
- Parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
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★ 5★ 4★ 3★ 2★ 1This was my first time trying Playa Bowls, and I had always wanted to give it a shot. The service was SLOW, came in nobody acknowledged us ! Then it took about 5 minutes before anyone took our order, and then we had to wait again to be called by name. On top of that, the store was freezing inside, which made it uncomfortable since it’s already so cold outside.However, once I got my bowl, it was absolutely delicious and I really enjoyed it. Overall, the bowl was great, but the customer service definitely needs improvement.
August 20 · Official ShantyPura Vida Perfection today - strawberries, blue berries and accai in a bowl !!! Healthy menu with a beachy vibe. Lala, a team member, saved me $3 by plugging in my phone number - Thank you Lala!!! This Pura Vida was under $10 and delicious !!!
July 13 · Dii love playa bowls and i get it often from this specific location but today was not a good experience 😔 i ordered on doordash and got the pink flamingo pitaya bowl and added strawberries. normally it comes with just banana, blueberries, flax and honey. i picked up my bowl around 7:30 pm today and the men working there were kind but the service isn’t the issue. i opened my bowl to find a hair inside. truthfully, it made me sick to even look at. there was also a sprinkle of blueberries. only about 5 in there. very little granola too. for $13 i did expect a little bit more. regardless, i will still come to this location but definitely stay cautious.
July 24 · kimberly ponteIf you like to wait a long time for your fruit bowl this is the place to go. Tried to give this place a chance but even when it's not busy here, the wait is atrocious. Not enough. workers making bowls.
September 17 · ChrisAmazing experience at Playa Bowls! Even near closing, Bryan, Imani and Shirley were super funny and welcoming, and the whole team had great energy. Big shoutout to the manager for creating such a positive vibe and having an awesome staff. We’ll definitely be back!
April 18 · Juan QuinteroAs a Brazilian adult man who knows and respects what good açaí is, Playa Bowls was always a “meh, but okay” kind of place for me. Nothing ever wowed me, but it was passable enough that I kept going back — especially because it was a convenient family pit stop. But after yesterday? Absolutely not. Never again.I was there with my husband and kids. We ordered an açaí bowl with strawberries. The strawberries came out visibly off — you didn’t need to be a fruit specialist to see they were half on their way to becoming compost. I politely brought it up to the guy at the counter (a young, apathetic dude who looked like he’d rather be anywhere else). His response? “Oh yeah, I’ll swap it out,” with the enthusiasm of a wet mop. I asked if the replacement berries would come from a different box, because clearly that batch had issues. He just mumbled something about getting it from another container — all while serving me the kind of look that would make a DMV worker seem warm and enthusiastic.Spoiler alert: the new strawberries were also garbage. We ended up picking them out and leaving most of them behind. So not only was the experience disappointing, it bordered on irresponsible. You are serving food, to families, with children. You don’t get to be lazy with perishables and pretend like it doesn’t matter. That’s not just bad service — it’s borderline tampering with food. And yes, that’s a big deal.This is Montclair. People expect better. You’re charging premium prices in a premium zip code, so act like it. If you’re too lazy to inspect your fruit or train your staff to give a damn, maybe it’s time to rethink your business model. Or at the very least, stop calling yourselves a health-focused spot when you’re tossing spoiled produce into people’s bowls with a side of attitude.Consider this my final visit — and my PSA for others to skip it too.
July 19 · Emmanuel Nass
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