Playa Bowls: Your Slice of Summer in New York City

Playa Bowls Introduce

An Introduction to Playa Bowls: A Healthy Oasis in the City

In the fast-paced environment of New York City, finding a quick meal that is both delicious and genuinely healthy can be a challenge. Playa Bowls offers a refreshing solution, bringing a taste of the shore to the urban jungle. This health food and kosher restaurant specializes in açaí, pitaya, green, and coconut bowls, as well as a wide variety of smoothies and fresh juices. It’s a perfect spot for those seeking a nutritious and energizing meal, whether you're starting your day with a healthy breakfast, grabbing a quick lunch, or just need a boost to power through the afternoon.

With its vibrant, beach-themed atmosphere and menu full of fresh ingredients, Playa Bowls is a true oasis for New Yorkers. The brand is dedicated to using high-quality ingredients to create bowls that are as beautiful as they are tasty. The concept is simple: take a superfood base, blend it to perfection, and top it with a colorful array of fresh fruits, granola, and other delicious toppings. This approach has made Playa Bowls a favorite among health-conscious consumers, college students, and anyone looking for a wholesome and satisfying meal.

Location and Accessibility

Playa Bowls is conveniently located at 550 W 54th St, New York, NY 10019. This specific location is situated within the Mercedes House building's health club, which a local reviewer notes can be a bit tricky to find. You can either take the stairs or an elevator to get to the location, which is past the reception area. The location's presence within a health club makes it an ideal spot for those looking to refuel with a nutritious option immediately after a workout.

The restaurant is committed to accessibility, featuring a wheelchair-accessible entrance to ensure that all customers can easily enjoy their offerings. Given its location in a health club, there may not be dedicated public parking, but it is in an area of Manhattan that is well-served by public transportation. Its central location also makes it a popular stop for tourists and a frequent choice for locals who live and work nearby.

Services Offered

Playa Bowls is designed for the modern New York lifestyle, offering services that prioritize convenience and flexibility.

Dine-in: Enjoy a casual and trendy atmosphere inside the restaurant, which provides seating for a relaxed meal.
Takeout: For those on the go, you can place an order and pick it up to enjoy at your convenience.
Delivery: The restaurant offers a reliable delivery service, bringing their healthy and fresh bowls directly to your door.
No-Contact Delivery: For added safety and peace of mind, a no-contact delivery option is available.
Catering: Playa Bowls offers catering tubs, perfect for feeding a crowd at a party, a meeting, or any gathering where you want to provide a fresh and healthy option.

Features and Highlights

What makes Playa Bowls a go-to spot for New Yorkers goes beyond just the food.

Extensive Menu: The menu is incredibly diverse, offering a wide array of bases including acai, pitaya, green (kale), coconut, banana, and hot oatmeal. You can also build your own bowl to customize your perfect creation.
Fresh and High-Quality Ingredients: Playa Bowls is celebrated for using fresh fruit and high-quality ingredients, from the base blends to the toppings. Many reviewers highlight the freshness and deliciousness of the fruit.
Healthy and Dietary-Friendly Options: As a health food and kosher restaurant, Playa Bowls caters to a variety of dietary needs. The menu includes numerous vegan and vegetarian options, as well as a focus on healthy and quick bites.
Variety of Offerings: Beyond the bowls, they serve a full menu of smoothies, cold-pressed juices, and even coffee specials. This makes it a one-stop-shop for a complete and healthy meal or snack.
Casual and Trendy Vibe: The atmosphere is casual and trendy, making it a comfortable and inviting space. It's particularly popular with college students and is a great spot for solo dining or a casual meet-up.

What is Worth Choosing?

With so many options, it can be hard to choose. Some of the most popular bowls consistently get rave reviews. The Nutella Acai Bowl is a fan favorite, blending the classic superfood base with a decadent Nutella topping. For those looking for a truly unique taste, the Electric Mermaid Pitaya Bowl is a great choice, with a vibrant pitaya base topped with pineapple, mango, and kiwi.

The Pacific Green Bowl is a popular choice for those wanting to incorporate more greens into their diet, featuring a kale blend topped with fresh fruits and almonds. If you prefer a coconut base, the Coco Berry Bowl is a sweet and refreshing option.

Beyond the bowls, the smoothies are also highly recommended. The Matcha Smoothie and Acai Energy Smoothie are great for a quick and energizing pick-me-up. For a heartier meal, the Hot Oatmeal Bowls, available with a variety of toppings, are a perfect choice for a colder day in the city. The freshness and generous toppings are consistently praised, ensuring that whichever bowl or smoothie you choose, you'll be getting a high-quality, delicious, and filling meal.

Contact Information

For a slice of summer and a boost of healthy energy, visit Playa Bowls or place an order using the following information:

Address: 550 W 54th St, New York, NY 10019, USA
Phone: (646) 979-3050

Playa Bowls Food & drink

Green Bowls
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.
Green Power Bowl $16.95
Kale blend with vanilla whey protein topped with granola, banana, and almond butter. 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.
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.
Ocean Ave Green Bowl $16.95
Kale blend topped with banana, granola, and honey. Green bowl blended with kale, pineapple, banana, and coconut milk.

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 - Acai $49.99
Always wanted a tub of playa açaí to enjoy on the couch?! Now’s your chance! Enjoy a 1/2 gallon tub of Playa Acai at home!
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!

Coffee Specials
Playola Cold Brew $5.99
Chicory coffee concentrate (New Orleans Style)
Coconut New Orleans Smoothie $11.99
Banana, coconut base, chicory coffee concentrate, cacao nibs & oat milk
Dolce Latte Smoothie $11.99
Banana, peanut butter, chicory coffee concentrate, chocolate protein & coconut milk

Acai Bowls
Tropical Acai Bowl $16.95
Pure acai topped with granola, banana, pineapple, coconut flakes, and honey. Acai bowl blended with pure acai.
Nutella Acai Bowl $16.95
Pure acai topped with granola, banana, strawberry, coconut flakes, and Nutella drizzle. Acai bowl blended with pure acai.
Power Acai Bowl $16.95
Pure acai with chocolate protein. Topped with granola, banana, and peanut butter. Acai bowl blended with pure acai.
8th Ave Acai Bowl $16.95
Pure acai topped with granola, banana, and honey. Acai bowl blended with pure acai.
Pura Vida Acai Bowl $16.95
Pure acai topped with granola, blueberry, strawberry, and honey. Acai bowl blended with pure acai.

Build Your Own Bowl
Build Your Own Bowl $16.95

Hot Oatmeal Bowls
Maple Syrup And Brown Sugar Oatmeal Bowl $10.99
Served Hot: Steel cut and organic.
Banana, Cinnamon, Figs, And Walnuts Oatmeal Bowl $10.99
Served Hot: Steel cut and organic.
Blueberry, Strawberry, And Sliced Almonds Oatmeal Bowl $10.99
Served Hot: Steel cut and organic.
Banana, Peanut Butter, And Chocolate Protein Oatmeal Bowl $10.99
Served Hot: Steel cut and organic.
Strawberry, Banana, Coconut Flakes, And Nutella Oatmeal Bowl $10.99
Served Hot: Steel cut and organic.

Most Popular
Nutella Acai Bowl $16.95
Pure acai topped with granola, banana, strawberry, coconut flakes, and Nutella drizzle. Acai bowl blended with pure acai.
Coco Berry Bowl Coconut Bowl $16.95
Coconut blend topped with granola, blueberry, strawberry, and honey. Coconut bowl blend with raw coconut, banana, agave, and coconut milk.
Electric Mermaid Pitaya Bowl $16.95
Pitaya blend topped with granola, kiwi, pineapple, mango, coconut flakes, and honey. Pitaya blow blended with pitaya, banana, pineapple, 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.

Mango Bowls
Goldie Mango - Mango Bowl $16.95
Playa Mango topped with blueberry flax granola, strawberry, banana, and Nutella®
Mango Power - Mango Bowl $16.95
Playa Mango blended with vanilla whey protein topped with blueberry flax granola, banana & peanut butter
Mucho Mango - Mango Bowl $16.95
Playa Mango topped with blueberry flax granola, pineapple, banana, coconut flakes & honey
Mango Berry - Mango Bowl $16.95
Playa Mango topped with blueberry flax granola, strawberry, blueberry & honey

Fall Specials
Grab & Go Peanut Butter Protein Crumble $7.99
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 & Jammin’- Acai Bowl $17.95
Playa Acai base topped with blueberry flax granola, strawberry, banana, peanut butter protein crumble, peanut butter & strawberry puree drizzle
PB&J Smoothie $11.99
Strawberry, banana, peanut butter protein crumble, peanut butter, coconut milk & strawberry puree drizzle

Banana Bowls
Tide Bowl $16.95
Banana blend topped with granola, pineapple, mango, kiwi, goji berries, and honey. Banana bowl blended with banana, honey, and almond milk.
Costa Bowl $16.95
Banana blend with vanilla whey protein topped with granola, banana, nutella, and fresh mint. Banana bowl blended with banana, honey, and almond milk.
Olas Bowl $16.95
Banana blend topped with granola, banana, blueberry, coconut flakes, chia seeds, and almond butter. Banana bowl blended with banana, honey, and almond milk.
Nica Bowl $16.95
Banana blend topped with granola, banana, cacao nibs, walnuts, strawberry, and peanut butter. Banana bowl blended with banana, honey, and almond milk.

Cold Pressed Juices
Wellness Warrior $9.95
Apple, carrot, lemon, ginger, beet, turmeric, cayenne.
Green Barrel $9.95
Pineapple, apple, chard, celery, kale, ginger, spirulina, wheatgrass.
Blue Mermaid $9.95
Filtered water, organic lemon, simple syrup, blue spirulina.
Elderberry Shot $6.95
Apple, organic lemon, elderberry, cayenne pepper.
Ginger Bomb $6.95
Orange, ginger, lemon, Himalyan salt, oregano extract.
Orange Surf Quencher $9.95
100% all natural fresh oranges.
Daylight Detox $9.95
Filtered water, organic lemon, simple syrup, dragon fruit puree, ginger, fo-ti root, cayenne pepper, Himalayan salt.

Spring Specials
Sweet Cream Cold Brew Coffee $6.99
Chicory coffee concentrate (New Orleans style) with Chobani Sweet Cream & Oat milk

Grab & Go
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.
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.
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.
BOBO Bar Coconut $3.99
BOBO Bars are made with 100% whole grain oats. They are certified gluten free, Non-GMO & Kosher.
Skinny Dipped Lemon Bliss Almonds $3.75
Skinny Dipped Almonds are Non-GMO, gluten free, Kosher, and made without artificial colors, flavors, and sweeteners.
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.
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 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.

Pitaya Bowls - Highest Quality Pitaya
Pink Power Pitaya Bowl $16.95
Pitaya blend with vanilla protein topped with granola, banana, and honey. Pitaya bowl blended with Playa Pitaya.
Goji Pitaya Bowl $16.95
Pitaya blend topped with granola, banana, pineapple, goji berries, coconut flakes, and honey. Pitaya bowl blended with Playa Pitaya.
Pink Flamingo Pitaya Bowl $16.95
Pitaya blend topped with granola, banana, and honey. Pitaya bowl blended with Playa Pitaya.
Nutaya Pitaya Bowl $16.95
Pitaya blend topped with granola, banana, blueberry, coconut flakes, raw cacao, and nutella drizzle. Pitaya bowl blended with Playa Pitaya.
Electric Mermaid Pitaya Bowl $16.95
Pitaya blend topped with granola, kiwi, pineapple, mango, coconut flakes, and honey. Pitaya bowl blended with Playa Pitaya.
Dragon Berry Pitaya Bowl $16.95
Pitaya blend topped with granola, strawberry, blueberry, and honey. Pitaya bowl blended with Playa Pitaya.

Smoothies
Matcha Smoothie $11.99
Matcha green tea, banana, pineapple, and coconut milk.
Booster Smoothie $11.99
Banana, vanilla protein, flax oil, spirulina, peanut butter, and cashew milk.
Acai Energy Smoothie $11.99
Acai, strawberry, banana, and coconut milk.
The Dang Smoothie $11.99
Banana, wheat grass powder, peanut butter, cinnamon, and almond milk.
Orange Power Smoothie $11.99
Orange, vanilla protein, pineapple, and coconut milk.
Green Smoothie $10.99
Kale, pineapple, banana, and coconut milk.
Strawberry Banana Smoothie $10.99
Strawberry, banana, and coconut milk.
Pink Pitaya Smoothie $10.99
Pitaya, banana, pineapple, and coconut milk.
Kowabunga Smoothie $10.99
Banana, strawberry, blueberry, and coconut milk.
Dolce Smoothie $11.99
Banana, chocolate protein, peanut butter, and coconut milk.
Aloha Smoothie $10.99
Banana, mango, pineapple, and coconut milk.

Coconut Bowls - Playa Coconut Base
Coco Berry Bowl Coconut Bowl $16.95
Coconut blend topped with granola, blueberry, strawberry, and honey. Coconut bowl blend with raw coconut and coconut milk.
Coconut Craze Coconut Bowl $16.95
Coconut blend topped with granola, banana, pineapple, mango, coconut flakes, and honey. Coconut bowl blend with raw coconut and coconut milk.
Coco Coconut Bowl $16.95
Coconut blend topped with granola, banana, and honey. Coconut bowl blend with raw coconut and coconut milk.
Coco Power Coconut Bowl $16.95
Coconut blend with vanilla protein topped with granola, banana, coconut flakes, and almond butter.
Nutelloco Bowl $16.95
Coconut Blend Topped with Granola, Banana, Strawberry, Raw Cacao Nibs, Coconut Flakes, and Nutella

Snacks
Jones Dark Chocolate Almond $4.99
Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bites $6.99
Playanola (Granola) $14.95
Playa Signature Blueberry-Flax Granola
Playanola (Gluten-Free Granola) $15.95
Playa Signature Gluten Free & Vegan Granola
Nutella Tub $49.99
6.5 pounds.
Jones Peanut Butter & Jelly $4.99
Gluten Free / Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bites $6.99
Gluten Free / Vegan Signature Playa Granola, Vegan Chocolate Protein, Peanut Butter, Chia Seeds, Raw Cacao Nibs & Agave. Vegan, Gluten Free, Kosher.

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

Playa Bowls Details

Service options
No-contact delivery
Delivery
Takeout
Dine-in

Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Offerings
Coffee
Healthy options
Quick bite
Vegan options
Vegetarian options

Dining options
Breakfast
Lunch
Catering
Dessert
Table service

Amenities
Restroom

Atmosphere
Casual
Trendy

Crowd
College students
Tourists

Planning
Accepts reservations

Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards

Children
Good for kids

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Playa Bowls Location

Playa Bowls

New York New York County New York West 54th Street

550 W 54th St, New York, NY 10019, USA

Playa Bowls Reviews

An average rating of ★4.6 from 281 user reviews.

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I love this place and its bowls in any of their versions, fresh fruit, tasty, juicy, sweet but not cloying and the peanut butter is a craziness…Yummy
May 25 · María Pérez
Have tried this location a few times. Note, it's in the Mercedes House building in their health club so it's a bit weird to find. Basically, go up the stairs or there is an elevator and once you walk past reception, it's right there.Pros - The fruit has always been fresh and I have always felt they loaded the bowl with all toppings, do not seem to skimp.Cons- There is often only one person working and there can be a little bit of a wait. Also, it is pricier ($15 on average).I will also add I live local so have never tried delivery, but no issues with walking in (minus the occasion wait).
March 23 · Enrique Gonzalez
First of all, this place was nearly impossible to find since it’s inside a gym, which made the whole experience uncomfortable from the start. Once I finally got there, I was told I had to order through an app, but the payment system kept failing. There was no one around to assist, and the place felt completely empty and unwelcoming.On top of that, the pricing was inconsistent. A bowl that was supposed to be $17 when ordering through the app ended up being $21 when ordering at the front desk—how does it increase by $4 just because of where you order?Even though I ended up ordering, the entire experience was way too uncomfortable. The menu looked good and the prices seemed fair at first glance, but I don’t think I’ll be coming back. There are other, better places to goUpdate: I emailed them and they never reply to me so basically a scam
January 15 · monique Dubo
The service was extremely professional. One of a kind you cannot find a place like this in Manhattan as strongly. Suggests somebody tried if they haven't for the first time
September 19 · Anthony Attard
The location is a bit awkward for those that are not members of the Mercedes Club. Enter at ground level and take stairs (quite a few) or elevator. Check in with front desk and put your name on a list. They then point you to the location. Mercedes Club Employees actually more friendly and professional than the actual employees of Playa Bowls.Location is very small, tucked between the lounge area for club members. Two girls working that were not particularly excited to take my order or share insights. One of them was about to leave, so maybe I caught them at a challenging moment. Very transactional interaction.I ordered a half/half bowl with coconut and açaí. Toppings were fairly generous, but I found the coconut base to be warm, chalky & chunky. It actually took away from the great taste of the açaí. Super disappointed as I love coconut, but this just seemed way off. This was my first time, so I don’t know if this is just how it’s prepared.Product: 6/10Service: 6/10Location: 6/10
March 31 · Lorin Warner