Thrive!
1686 N Higley Rd,Ste 105, Gilbert, AZ, 85206
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Address :
1686 N Higley Rd,Ste 105
Gilbert, AZ, 85206 - Phone (480) 654-5959
- Website https://www.thriveacaibowls.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :7:00 am - 9:00pm
- Mon : 7:00 am - 9:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Breakfast
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : No
Caters : No
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Lis A.
This place needs more than one person working at 7am- when they open. The wait is ridiculous.
(2)Emily M.
A girlfriend brought me here for an Acai bowl... I had no idea what to expect! I got the original Acai bowl and loved it! It was so refreshing, I wanted another one immediately. The location isn't very close to me so I hope they open more locations soon!
(5)Annie I.
First of all, I just want to say that Thrive has the best acai bowls around!!! My favorite is the original and the tropical! I love how they have so many add-ins you can choose from. Sometimes it can get pretty busy, especially around lunch time, so if I'm in a hurry, you can always call your order in ahead of time and it will be ready for you to come pick it up! A lot of people have commented that it can be a little pricey, but when you consider the fact that they use all fresh fruit and ingredients, what else do you expect? You get what you pay for and this isn't McDonalds people! Also, the bowls are huge and a small fills me up every time! I love finding a place that has good food that I can feel good about eating, and the employees are always so nice and willing to make things right if they make a mistake. I just wish that there was a location closer to my house, or I'd be here every day!
(5)Karen W.
For a healthier, light lunch, Thrive's acai bowls are a good option for something refreshing and cool in the hot heat of summer. This location is larger than the Tempe one, with more tables for people to sit down and enjoy their bowl or smoothie. I've had every bowl, and my favorites so far are the chocolate walnut, tropical, and cherry.
(4)Sunshine M.
Great bowls! I order the classic acai bowl and add coconut shavings to it. These bowls are tart and full of flavor. The only reason I am rating it 4 stars instead of 5 is because they are SLOW!! Their staff needs more training. The register/ordering process is way too long and cumbersome. And the prep time of the bowls is the longest I've experienced at any acai/juice bar EVER!!! I even tried pre-ordering. I was told the 4 bowls I ordered would be 15/20 minutes. I arrived at the store 25 minutes later and still had to wait 10 minutes. 35 minutes, for 4 bowls!?!? Waaaaay too long. But, the bowls are delicious and the portions are generous. So, despite the long wait, I am still giving this place 4 stars. It deserves 5 stars based on flavor and quality, but the overall experience is time consuming and can be down right annoying. SO-- 4 stars is pretty impressive for such a clunky ordering/prep process. You know the bowls are good if a slow and annoying wait still gets 4 stars. The bowls DO NOT disappoint!
(4)Damian R.
I love these bowls! They are delicious and a pretty healthy alternative to ice cream. I wish I could go more. They're a little expensive, but I can understand when you look at all the ingredients and the time it takes to make each one. If you go when there are a few people ahead of you, it might be easier to come back because they do get behind really quickly. I'm glad they make them in the little closet room with the window because it's loud in there. The decor is decent in the front, though there are times when the tables or chairs needed wiping down but everyone's in back working hard. The back of the store is not really well defined with boxes of ingredients and supplements. Once, my daughter found a long blonde hair in her bowl and it grossed her out. I think it's because of the frenzy in the blender room. Maybe hairnets are necessary?
(4)Arman P.
All the bowls r great. You gotta be patient tho cuz it does take a little while to get your food. I recommend calling before so by the time you get there it's a short wait. But everything they have is pretty awesome.
(5)Rachel R.
Thrive! has been on my to-do list for many moons... after all, it's the only place to get an acai bowl within an hour of Scottsdale. I finally made it down to Gilbert this morning, and now I hate myself for not discovering the glory of Thrive sooner (but really, I love myself, because I just had a giant acai bowl and am feelin' fine). My favorite thing about Thrive is the ingredient selection, which tops anywhere I've been in California. They even beat out Sambazon's Acai Cafe, which is 100% build-your-own bowl style. Yes, there's a menu, but many a secret ingredient hides in the kitchen, including super foods like cacao nibs, goji berries, spirulina, maca powder, hemp and chia seeds. Other highlights include homemade nut butters, protein powders, all kinds of berries and tropical fruit, and hemp-flax or gluten-free granola. I'm too excited by any restaurant's build-your-own option to order a set menu item, and given the myriad possibilities laid out before me... I knew the original bowl wasn't going to cut it. I made my own acai blend (spirulina, cacao nibs, chocolate protein powder, banana, and walnut butter) and topped it off hemp-flax granola, walnuts, and chocolate shavings. AY. DIOS. MIO. Too delicious for English words... and five hours later, I'm still full. The owner was even sweet enough to let us try free samples of the tropical, chocolate peanut butter, and chocolate coconut bowls... which were unsurprisingly scrumptious. Overall, I'm left with these two thoughts: 1) Even if Thrive is 25 minutes away, I've got plans to fill out my punch card and get a 10th bowl free before the end of the month, and 2) Why is there only one of these? Time to start replacing Scottsdale's 473 crap-tastic FroYo places with acai cafes!
(5)Marcee F.
Such an amazing treat! I will definitely be coming back here instead of going for an ice cream. I had the Raspberry Lime Acai bowl and it was delicious.
(5)Mandi B.
Wow... I was a skeptic, but now I'm a devotee. A coworker was always going here for lunch and inviting me, but I was sure that a blended bowl of fruit, veggies, grains and various ingredients wouldn't satisfy me til dinner. I was wrong! I've had the peanut butter and the chocolate coconut a couple times and I am hooked. There are a couple others that I look forward to trying in the coming months. Definitely give it a try if you're in the area. Sign up for their text message alerts for deals too!
(4)Kimberly E.
great! awesome! tasty ! fresh! i can go on forever I tried it for the first time about a month ago and now I'm kind of addicted. Their bowls are fresh and made on the spot making it all the more delightful experience. The place is always very clean and the employees are very friendly as well.
(5)Sarah W.
This place is awesome if you want something light and healthy during the summer. getting the acai bowls for breakfast is a little early for me to eat something that cold. I could see as a lunch option would be perfect on the weekend when you aren't in a hurry because its definitely worth savoring. I absolutely love the granola and would take granola and bananas as a topping on these acai bowls any day. So yummy!
(4)Lux N.
I am an acai bowl addict! I went to the original chop shop in chandler for their acai bowls until I found that thrive was closer to my work and home. First of all, it is expensive. I have tried acai bowls everywhere including out of state and I never felt like they were over priced the way they are at thrive. I was able to get a big sized bowl at chop shop for around $6 and at thrive it's about $9+. I've visited this location more than 5 times and it's really nothing special, I just keep returning because I need my acai fix. My first visit was absolutely chaotic. There were tons of people waiting at 2 in the afternoon and I was told it would be a 30 minute wait to get mine to go. Seriously? The staff is run by high school age kids, which is fine, but they definitely lack the leadership and management skills. Every time I've visited there isn't an employee at the front counter to take orders. They make everything in the back which is behind a closed door with a small window at the top of the door I believe, where I doubt you could see if customers were coming in. There's been countless occasions where I've been standing there waiting for someone to come out and take my order. Whenever the door opens I've seen numerous employees, usually 4 at a time. It makes me wonder what they're doing back there and how hard it can really be to make acai bowls and smoothies. At Jamba Juice you're lucky if you have two employees working at a time and they get your order to you in less than 5 minutes. I highly suggest hiring and training a manager to be on staff at all times that are able to understand what running a business should look like. I've never had an issue with the employees being rude, just nothing special. Again, just very frustrating when you have to wait so long and aren't getting good customer service. If you plan on trying them out, make sure you give yourself the same amount of time you would as a fancy dining restaurant.
(3)Billy F.
Let me start by saying the bowls are good. However, the atmosphere is unclean and unkempt, especially the restroom. The faucet doesn't even work and the sink is filthy. I don't think they've cleaned it in a long time. It makes me wonder what they do to make the bowls behind closed doors.... And why is it behind closed doors? You're selling health, clean eating, and an experience. Let people see and take part in the experience. Seen Jamba Juice, Bahama Bucks, Cold Stone, etc. Also, the pay counter is a cluttered mess. Again, cleanliness is not a top priority. Move all your point of sale products (except maybe 1 of each item) and pamphlets away so that people can view as their waiting... Cause the wait is long. Nobody is going to hang out at the cashier and read crap. About the wait... We typically go in the morning and the teenage employees always look as if they just got up after a long night out. And then they go behind closed doors and make your bowl........
(3)Rita H.
I am addicted to this stuff. I've tried many of the acai bowls and loved each one. It's just fresh and yummy. Really quite filling with the granola on top. I've had them for meals sometimes. The small bowl is enough to make me full but if you want to try it at a meal, I'd bump it up to medium. Large is way too much for one person!
(4)S V.
The food was great, but the service was bad. There were maybe 5 couples in front of us & it took over 30 minutes to get our food.
(2)Rachel C.
A little disappointed with the amount of fruit vs granola. More than half is granola. Other than that the flavors are great!
(3)Arizona T.
Really good smoothies and Acai bowls. The downside is its almost impossible to go there on a break, they take forever!!! Changed this from a 3 star to a 4 because i thought about it and the owner lady was very nice and doesn't deserve less.
(4)Mike S.
Yummy! My wife loves this place. I think it's a good snack. I'd probably get the free oatmeal next time to make it better.
(5)Christina W.
Guilt free dessert (meal) is here! Depending what size I get and the type, it has served as a meal replacement before, especially the peanut one. I've tried the Go Green and the Peanut Butter. Go Green was fruity and refreshing, just what I was looking for whereas on my second visit I decided to go nuts! :) So I ordered the Peanut Butter and though it was good, it was SO filling. It wasn't compelling to eat more than a few spoonfuls in one sitting. I'll be back for the Go Green or to try others. All in all the granola, acai blend and fresh fruit is pimp.
(4)Jeremy H.
This is one of my family's favorite places to grab lunch, breakfast, or a healthy snack after the gym. We were first told about Thrive! Acai Bowls and Smoothies by some friends and decided to check it out. Well, I can clearly see why people will wait or line up for these frozen treats- they are absolutely delicious! Even if you aren't a "health- nut" or more of an icecream person, I would be surprised if you didn't think their Acai bowls weren't amazing also! My wife is obsessed with the Raspberry Pecan with Hemp Protien and our little 2 year old loves the original. It's nice that they also offer so many different sizes and variations on the current menu classics. The only downside is that we don't have a location across the street from our house because we seem to crave them every day. For anyone out there who wants to try something new, and healthy check this place out! They have seats inside and an outdoor patio also. We love this place!
(5)Kevin W.
After an incredibly long day I decided to stop by this place on the way back home to try one of their 'meal-replacement' sized frozen treats. Chocolate coconut - XL ($10). Tasted just as I had imagined... Very flavorful and satisfyingly smooth and cold.. Could qualify for a light meal replacement, though I could imagine getting add-ons like granola or oatmeal would enhance that. Will be back to try the peanut butter variety, thumbs up!
(4)Shoshanna A.
I love this place! My friends and I frequent here about once a week for the past few months. I have tried about half of the bowls on the menu and have gotten stuck on the passion fruit one. The service is good and the people are friendly. I absolutely recommend trying this place!
(5)Brian P.
Good stuff! Seems to be relatively healthy. Great snack before or after the gym. 4 stars because of inconsistency in the bowls. Ex. Sometimes you get honey, sometimes you don't.
(4)Melissa K.
OMG this was unbelievably tasty and uber healthy. Its like a smoothie in a bowl but BETTER. I tried the Original by the servers recommendation. Good choice! Acai, strawberries, blueberries all mixed up topped with granola and bananas and drizzled with honey. No added ice or sugar. So so tasty and refreshing. Kinda wish I'd ordered the large!
(5)John D.
Wow!! Thrive? Disappointing. The bowl was delicious but the customer service and the 30 min wait to get a smoothie! That just to much for me. I could of went to Jamba Juice and been home by now. I get that you had a bunch of orders but you need to let people know before they order that it will take that long or my solution-( Higher another person). Time is money. So i guess order for pick up if you must but there is just to many options to bother.
(1)Kayleen M.
Thrive is a great little place to grab a healthy snack or go for an all fruit inspired lunch. All of their menu items taste great and are also very appealing visually. They use a lot of fresh ingredients and everything is fruit and acai based. I have tried almost every bowl on the menu and I have yet to find one that I dislike (The raspberry is a little tart, but I think that almost makes it better!). I haven't tried many of their smoothies, but they all sound great. They have a lot of options in case you don't like the ingredients or have food intolerance issues (think glutten-free granola here). The staff is always super nice and warm towards anyone who comes through the doors, even when they are crazy busy. They are really good at accommodating phone orders and do a good job in paying attention to large orders, like when our whole office decides to call in at once. Their gift cards are a great little treat to give and receive. I only have two reasons for it not getting a perfect five stars: 1. Since they opened the Tempe location and have updated their menus, you get quite a bit less acai blended goodness per bowl and they have instead added a lot of "fluff" to the top in the way of extra granola and fresh toppings. Personally, I liked it better before when they offered more substance than just a scoop of granola and a few banana slices. 2. I think it's a little pricey for what you get. A medium sized bowl averages around $8 . These are all items that can be easily re-created at home for a fraction, but, I guess you pay for convenience and a clean kitchen. Definitely a place I know I will go back to time and time again though. It's a healthy alternative to all the junky fast food joints that are in the area.
(4)Megan M.
I have been here a few times and have had different experiences each time. Once I came and there was some sort of meeting going on in the back. I have never been at a job where the business meetings were not in a private room and it was a little uncomfortable. Overall, the atmosphere of the workers is a little too laid back for me. Maybe a uniform of some sort would help. Food is good, I love the chocolate peanut butter bowl! However, it is VERY expensive for what you get. I got two smalls today and paid eleven dollars!! Even coming from an old Starbucks employee, I think it's very overpriced. Good food though!
(4)Teresa W.
I wish there was a place like this in Denver where I live, but when I'm in Mesa I have every intention of stopping here, I just don't always get time. I got the peanut butter bowl and it was really good. I was there about 3 weeks ago but from what I remember they had a decent selection of acai bowls of goodness. I remember peanut butter, banana, granola and whatever else was in it was so good. It's a somewhat healthy alternative when you want something sweet.
(5)Jessica R.
THRIVE IS AMAZING!!! The only complaint I have is the price but I will still pay it. It's not enough to prevent me from going, just from going more often. I'm only 18 so I don't always have $8 to spend on an acai bowl but I still love it. It's so healthy and I feel so refreshed after eating there. The fruit is all fresh and such great quality. I'm a little disappointed to see people on here comparing it to Jamba Juice. This isn't jamba juice. If you want a jamba juice, then go to jamba juice. Jamba is a chain, this is not. Everything at jamba is frozen and you can in my opinion just taste preservatives in it. Thrive is fresh and tastes fresh. And yes when everything is fresh you can wait an extra 5 minutes for them to make it I mean come on!! And I love that they put the blenders in the back room I can't stand how Jamba has them out there its too loud and hurts everyones ears! This is such a great alternative to froyo and stuff like that. I truly think these types of places are going to get more and more popular. Thrive rocks especially if you love being healthy :)
(4)David F.
Had one of their large Tropical cups for the first time today. WOW. I am a picky easter and it was fantastic Will be taking the family back soon!
(5)Kendra G.
I have been twice 6 months apart from each other and tried 6 different bowls by swapping bites from what my family members have ordered. Both times the bowls were yummy! The fruit was fresh. I haven't tried one that I didn't like! The service was friendly enough. They do take a while to make the orders. So after a bit of a wait our first visit I ordered in advance for my second visit and was very pleased. Two things that prevented me from giving this location 5 stars are: cleanliness of the lobby / eating area. It's icky. Genuinely. There are cloth chairs and even the leather couch and plastic chairs prevent me from wanting to return. None of them look like they have ever been wiped down with Clorox wipes or disinfected in any way. My first visit I was there with my kids and genuinely didn't want to let my kids sit on the furniture to wait. There were old bowls sitting out with flies in them and the staff members were in back chatting. A good wash would go a LONG way. I attempted to seat my daughter in a high chair that was terrible. It was covered in previous acai bowls that had been enjoyed. If the cleanliness isn't a lobby priority I worry the back would be much the same. The second complaint is there are no napkins out on the tables for those who are less skilled eating an acai bowl, such as my two young kids. Our second visit was much the same. Nothing looked any dirtier or cleaner. The owner was there on this visit and was prompt to remove old bowls, which was nice to see. For the second visit I came prepared with my own wipes to wipe down the high chair, as well as our messy kids and hands from enjoying the yummy food.
(3)Goldilocks J.
Hubby brought this back for me for breakfast one morning on a recent trip to AZ. I only have my local Vitality Bowls to compare this to, but this was good. I didn't go to the store, so can't comment on that, but hubby called me to ask if I wanted Small, Medium, Large, or Extra Large bowl and I asked for medium telling him I wanted something equivalent to the Small here at Vitality Bowls. The medium from this place was even smaller and more expensive, so they lose a star for that. However, the acai base was more flavorful than the local joint here, so score on that! I love acai bowls so this place is a great place to get healthy food and I will go back again when in the area.
(3)Cheyenne R.
I LOVE THRIVE!!!! They are my favorite place to go for a yummy treat. It tastes sinfully delicious but it's heavenly good for you! No added junk, just healthy delicious fruit pureed to a soft serve consistency with oats and honey for an extra treat! My favorite is the peanut butter! What kind are you going to try?
(5)Lyndsey D.
The bowls are very delicious and refreshing. Plus, I don't feel bad about myself afterwards like I do when I eat ice cream.
(5)Bonnie E.
This is literally my favorite place to eat in all of Arizona! The bowls and smoothies are awesome, and the staff is great! I come here probably twice a week for lunch or post workout. I love them all, and usually get the oatmeal on the bottom of the bowl, so delicious! Great for anyone with gluten or dairy allergies too! Just ask for gluten free granola if thats what you need!
(5)Jessica N.
I used to come here all the time when they first opened. I then went away and attended BYU Hawaii, and if anyone has ever been to Hawaii, they know that acai bowls are everywhere! Since returning home, I totally forgot about Thrive! until a few weeks ago, and have been returning every week since. It's very yummy and I love the convenient location, but after trying a plethora of different acai bowl places in Hawaii, I might have turned into an "acai bowl snob." A couple suggestions I would have to make this place even better would be to have a sorbet option, where the acai main part is just a little thicker of a consistency. Also, I've had better granola in my acai bowl explorations. But overall, I've had an extremely positive experience every time I've been here, and it's definitely one of my favorite places here in G-town!
(4)Mohammad N.
I judge acai bowls based on the acai bowls that I've eaten up in the San Diego and Santa Cruz areas. For some reason, california acai bowls are the best. Thrive comes the closest to replicating the taste and quality from the ones i've chowed down on in cali. I do enjoy the fact that they have about 5 different sizes - I dont always have to over indulge if I dont want to. I tend to go here after a workout or just to study. They have protein boosts and free wifi - can't get better than that. I do wish they put slices of strawberries in the acai bowl instead of blending them into the actual acai, but the bananas and honey do make up for it. I wish they would have a complete list of their nutritional value....for some reason they have conspicuously left off the sugar content of their bowls, but have every other nutritional value under the sky. And as a side note, they get their bananas from Wal-Mart. I really hate wal-mart and everything they stand for, but I wont go as far as to boycott Thrive. The owners are super nice, the atmosphere is great, the prices are competitive, and its really the only acai bowl place that you will find in the gilbert area. Give it a try!
(4)Wendall J.
Nice alternative to a smoothie.
(4)Vito G.
I was excited about this place because I am a huge acai fan. So, I go in (15 min ago) and there are 3 high school kids working there, 2 on laptops and 1 behind the counter. I wasn't greeted when entering and when I ordered the kids got up from their laptops without washing there hands or putting on gloves and made my acai bowl. Had I not paid I would have walked out. I can't tell you if the food was good because I threw it away. Thanks for the wasted $7. I would have prob came in a few times a week.
(1)Lorena M.
This place is awesome!! It taste very natural & very healthy. I tried the go green and my hubby had the original both were great. Forget ice cream, I've found something better and healthier. Staff was very friendly!
(5)Diana T.
Definitely a fan! Ordered the Original Bowl and it was delicious! However, the wait was incredibly long for one bowl!
(4)B D.
Great light breakfast or snack anytime. Been a few times with the lady. Fresh made peanut butter is very good and a must add in.
(4)Golnaz P.
I was so excited that this place opened up close to me. My wallet on the other hand is a little nervous. As it should be! This place offers delicious acai, compelling me to go every week. They have a ton of flavors, which I have never ever seen before. Trust me, I have had a lot of acai in my days. The flavor is perfect. Not too sweet not too tart and they don't add a ton of apple juice to dilute it. It is heaven in a bowl topped with bananas, granola, and a hint of honey. If you have something against bowls, you can get their smoothies. Did I mention acai is full of antioxidants? Plus last time I was there they told me if you are an AT STILL student you get 10% off your order.
(5)Kyle M.
Not your regular smoothie shop, I was introduced to this place by a "health nut" friend of mine. He goes all the time. They even have a bowl named after him. Not sure what is the difference but you can ask for "Cody Style" and they will know what you mean. I was surprised that it seemed to fill me up, or that I felt full quite a long time after eating a bowl. And it tastes good too! Chocolate coconut is my favorite.
(4)Lexington L.
Delish! Healthy, refreshing, and unique. Gluten free granola is offered too :)
(5)Aaron C.
We love this place! The acai bowls they make are kind of like smoothies with some other stuff mixed in, but they make you feel so good because they are naturally sweetened -- without any sugar. Very healthy and very tasty.
(5)Jasmine C.
Acai bowls are good, I just wish they'd freely post their nutritional information.
(4)Simon C.
These bowls are incredible for breakfast or any time of the day really. I just like to have mine in the morning. I eat one of these and I'm ready to rock. Forget coffee, you wanna start the day off right and have energy to burn? Have a large "tropical" with sliced almonds instead of granola. It's pure magic!!
(5)Erica S.
I have been hearing about this place for months and I finally made it out there today. I was finally able to find something that is delicious after my workout and has so many of the nutrients I need for the day. I am highly recommending this place for everyone.
(5)Natalia C.
Love. Love. Love!! This place is awesome. I have tasted acai before but I didn't love it... but these bowls? They are deelish and so fresh tasting, likes a wonderful desert, yet healthy. I would recommend it to everyone, not just health nuts.
(5)Ingrid D.
Customer service is great, the smoothies and bowls are delicious, and it's a nice, cool atmosphere. My favorite acai bowls are "Go Green" and "Original". The food is healthy, yummy, and affordable! I recommend it to anyone, any age!
(5)Erin W.
Saw this place on living social and wanted to try it. I was pretty impressed. Thrive has a pretty diverse menu, with options of Acai bowls, smoothies, Acai pops, and a variety of optional add-ins (more protein etc) should you want them (although I'd argue that you don't need any add-ins, the defaults are more than enough!) Prices were pretty reasonable for what you get, and they offered a good variety of sizes. Since mine was dinner, I went for a medium, but should probably have gotten a large (it was THAT good). I was really excited by the fact that they make their own peanut butter, so I got the peanut butter bowl. It was similar to Jamba Juice's fruit toppers, but tasted much more natural and flavorful (probably because it was). I really liked that there was no added sugar and all ingredients were fresh and healthy. I also saw that there is an option to add oatmeal if you want, and I think it said it was free - I'll have to consider that next time. The owners were really nice, and explained everything to me. I assumed the chocolate bowls would be less healthy, but was quickly corrected. Apparently the chocolate bowls are made with protein powder, and thus much healthier than your normal chocolate bowl. ;) I'll have to come back for that one. All in all, I prefer Thrive to Jamba Juice, especially since I'm a big fan of health, local business, and unique food places. I'll definitely be back, and bring friends.
(4)Court S.
The best acai bowl I have ever eaten was at Protea Cafe in Hawaii. Of course, when you live in AZ... going to the Protea Cafe in HI is obviously not an option except for maybe once a year. Thrive is my local Protea Cafe. This place is great. The acai bowls are awesome and I love the different flavours they offer. Lets be honest, making your own acai bowl is not always ideal. All the ingredients you need make it expensive to make on your own and you'll land up not even enjoying it. Thrive offers great bowls at an even better price! If I could, I would eat here for lunch every. single. day. Just a fair warning... it will take a good 10 minutes for you to get your bowl, but well worth the wait! Plus I never mind when places take some time to make my meal because that means they're only making it when I order it! My mom is on her way right now to grab us some bowls. Try it... you won't be disappointed! :)
(5)Josh N.
Very good healthy food and friendly staff.
(5)Stephanie O.
Seriously so good! Love this place, nice interior with a little book nook and the smoothie bowls are awesome!
(5)Leslie N.
I Loved the chocolate peanut butter bowl I ate when visiting Thrive! They have a great selection of bowls, and other yummies to choose from. My kids (who are VERY picky) LOVE going here, and cant wait for the next visit! The Staff is very friendly, and very informative in regards to Thrives other services available...check them out :)
(5)Suki L.
one word: delicious!
(5)Nick P.
I have been to this Thrive! several times and they have always been great! This last time I bought a small acaci bowl to go and spilled it just as I was getting out of my car. I was really looking forward to this for my dessert so I went back ready to pay for another one. I went in and explained what had happened and that I didn't mind paying for another. The guy at the front said it was no problem and that he would just go back and make another one for me! The entire staff was very friendly and of course the food was great! They're acai bowls are DELICIOUS, very healthy (except for maybe being high in sugar but what are you gonna do, theres a ton of fruit on there!), and reasonably priced for the freshness of the ingredients you are getting. Overall, definitely recommend Thrive! and especially this location!
(5)Christy G.
I have never been disappointed coming here. The acai bowls are so light and refreshing and yet satisfying. Perfect for the hot summer days. You can taste the quality ingredients and the effort put into each bowl. Deliciously done, Thrive!
(5)Karen H.
I LOVE acai bowls!! Last few times at Thrive the bowls have been super runny and it's so dirty inside! Won't ever go again. Nektar is way better, clean and consistent!
(1)Kristi S.
It was my first time and I played it safe and went for the Original bowl and it was amazing! Dragging my friends back and can't wait to try the Raspberry Lime!
(5)Julia A.
Ok, so I finally tried their acai bowls and they're AMAZING as well! I especially love the Strawberry Passion, Go Green, and Raspberry Pecan!
(5)Mandee L.
Their smoothies and bowls are delish and go great anytime of the day. They also sell quest bars (which are freaking amazing) only downfall is when they are busy you can wait anywhere from 15-30 mins to get your order.
(5)Brittney E.
The food itself is great but it is the slowest service ever. Usually takes my entire lunch hour just to get an Acai bowl.
(2)Miriam W.
My favorite is the original with chopped walnuts on top. A small is very generous. It's my guilty pleasure treat!
(5)Kiley P.
I love thrive so much!!! The bowls are delicious and the staff is super friendly and nice. I have noticed that some people made the comment that you can't see what they are doing because they go behind a close door. Well I'm pretty sure that is why that made a HUGE window on the side so you watch them make your bowl :) I love it because you can actually have a conversation unlike Jamba Juice where's the blenders are extremely loud. my favorite is the tropical but the strawberry passion is also really good! If I don't have the time to wait 10 minutes for my bowl (because they use all fresh ingredients) I call ahead my order and they usually always have it ready for me! Love love love thrive!!
(5)Shannon B.
So glad to find this gem. In California it was easier to find an acai bowl. I visit the location on Higley more than Tempe. Thrive does not disappoint, all of their bowls are unique and delicious! My only complaint is how long it takes to get your order. Whether you order 1 or 4 items, it always takes forever to get your bowl. It's always clean, smells okay, and staff friendly. Try this place instead of Jamba Juice people!
(4)Chasen H.
This place is a great local business that offers acai bowls. They are really tasty and consist of granola, honey drizzled on top, and sliced bananas. My favorite is the peanut butter bowl. My only complaint here is that I cannot afford to come here as much as I want. The bowls are extremely expensive. It's like 8 bucks for a small and they really are...small. maybe someday they can lower their prices a bit.
(3)Philip H.
Super yummy but super expensive!!! I went for brunch and am still hungry after my awesome peanut butter bowl!
(4)Jackie C.
I love this place! I always get Acai Bowls when I am in California and it is so hard to find a good place in Arizona. Well... this is the place to go! The acai bowls are delicious, but my favorite are the pitaya bowls. I would recommend getting the Pitaya Colada. The smallest size is around $6, and it is worth driving to get! I would say that there small is actually pretty small, but it is really delicious!
(5)Maggie C.
I went to Thrive today expecting great things! I had tried an acai bowl in California and it was so good! I was excited to find out there was somewhere near my house that had acai bowls! When I got to Thrive I ordered a small original bowl, which was $4.50. I then sat down at a table to wait for my order, thinking it would take 5-8minutes to get the small bowl prepared. Well, I ended up waiting 25+ minutes for my small bowl. Ridiculous. There were 4 people working there (at least that I saw) and 2 others in the place waiting for their orders. Why would it take so long to prepare a simple, small acai bowl?!? I have the feeling that the people working at Thrive care more about laughing and talking with their friends in the back (where they prepare the bowls) than actually helping the customers. The employees were not rude or mean but they were definitely not very friendly. The bowl itself was nothing spectacular. It was just ok. There were 2 pieces of strawberries and 2 pieces of sliced banana and some granola on the top of the acai. I'm not sure it was worth $4.50. Definitely not worth the 25 minute wait. I will not be retuning to Thrive anytime soon... :(
(2)Jack L.
The Acai bowls here are absolutely delicious- the healthy part is a big plus! I'm usually more of a carnivore, but the bowls here taste great. It can take some time to make the bowls, so I would always recommend calling ahead on your way in. The flavors are all excellent, and I'm a big fan of the original, go green, and peanut butter (my favorite) flavors. If you haven't tried one yet, you should give it a chance!
(5)Mae C.
Usually these cups are filled to the top.....I am extremely pissed that I was cheated of the proper amount of delicious thrive. I am a valued and frequent customer. I bought FOUR and they were all like this. Unacceptable.
(2)Hello A.
Go here! Get yourself an acai bowl. Thank me later! Great service! Good prices (cheaper than most places in the valley).
(5)Stephanie T.
I'm an acai convert! My gym and work are right next to Thrive, but I never considered eating there until I saw some rave reviews from fellow Yelpers. I'm so thankful I tried Thrive out because it's a wonderful work lunch option for me. Yes, the bowls might seem expensive for $8-10 each, but I stay full for at least 4 hours after eating one. I usually get a medium with one or two extra toppings like cacao nibs or goji berries. The granola they use is very good, and I love how it pairs with the tart acai base. The chocolate walnut bowl is my favorite, but I plan on trying them all. Service has been friendly and quick. One young woman was even conscientious enough to follow me outside to make sure my order was correct (it was). The only thing I haven't been happy with is the use of frozen fruit (e.g. pineapple, cherries). I'd rather those bowls be taken off the menu if the fresh fruit isn't available. I'd also like it if the nutrition information available at the counter was also posted on the website. I'm sure many people would find that useful.
(4)Bell K.
I had heard of this place from a friend but hadn't made it over since it is not close to my home. I went today for lunch & it was fantastic! I was initially concerned it wouldn't be enough food for a whole meal but it really was. They have a choice of 10-15 different acai bowls, which is what i was interested in. They also have smoothies. You pick a bowl flavor but can also upgrade & add a variety of extras- like nut butter, protein powder, hemp seeds, etc. the bottom half of the bowl is the thick acai smoothie part, & the top has granola, fruit & other goodies! I got the chocolate coconut bowl which came with almond butter & chocolate pea protein so i didn't need to do a protein ad in. The top had granola, strawberries, bananas, coconut. It was so fantastic! I loved every bite! I hope they expand & put a location in south chandler or gilbert. I would go several times a week! But even at a 25 minute drive i will be back!
(5)Michael W.
If the acai bowls were cheaper we would go every day, but they are a bit pricey so we reserve them for the occasional, healthy treat. Seriously all these bowls are delicious and they reek of goodness and good health. If ya have a group or you plan to order more than a few it would be wise to call far enough ahead to allow the folks time to make them. It seems they are a bit prep intensive. Haven't tried the smoothies, still can't get by the bowls. Four stars because of the price and the time it takes to make them, but still Thrive is a great place and we're regulars.
(4)PJ B.
UNSANITARY employee totally grossed us out! They have an observation window where you can watch them preparing your smoothie while you wait and my husband and I sat there for at least 15 to 20 minutes just watching while we waited because it was so interesting and there was one tall slender redheaded young man that never ever put the gloves on his hands however all the other employees had gloves on and this guy not only failed to wear gloves but he also was constantly touching or scratching his nose with his hands (!!!!!!) and we were both so grateful he was not the one that prepared what we had ordered!!! all of the employees were very friendly and there was another male worker in the same room with dark hair that was meticulous in cleaning the equipment he was using and it just amazed me that everyone was so careful to wear those sterile plastic gloves yet this redheaded guy was handling all of the foodduring preparation and never put the gloves on! GROSS! GROSS! GROSS! and I totally hate hate hate leaving a negative review but this was so unprofessional and unsanitary I had to tell.
(1)Rashelle E.
My husband & I love this place. We even opt for an acai bowl instead of a blizzard next door at Dairy Queen. I was a little hesitant at first trying something new but it was so worth it. It is basically a smoothie bowl topped with granola, fruit, & honey. A great way to start & end your day!
(5)Shanell B.
I have been coming here for three years now! About time I wrote a review :) The staff is super friendly. They are willing to help you find the best flavor for you when you are not sure. If you're lucky, you can watch them make the peanut butter FRESH there in the giant window they have to the side. I love that I can talk on the phone while waiting for my bowl unlike at Jamba Juice where it gets too loud. I recommend Cherry Walnut for breakfast Original for a snack (this is my go-to all the time though!) Chocolate coconut for a meal replacement! Their chocolate bowls are made with a chocolate pea protein, so it's not syrup crap. I'm not sure if I made it clear... but I LOVE Thrive!
(5)Brooke R.
I wanted to like it here but the service is painfully slow. Stopped here after yoga for a quick bite before work. The person waiting when I got there asked if they had even started making her bowl because she was going to be late and was going to have to cancel her order. There were two people working and it wasn't busy. I don't know why it took so long about 25 mins for 2 bowls and 2 shakes. The low rating is for the service. The food alone would have received 3-3.5. I'll give it one more try but was very disappointed by the service.
(2)Suz E.
Decent Acai bowl at a reasonable price. Very minimalist decor. Somewhat of a wait for our stuff.
(3)Kara K.
I hate to be yet another person giving a bad review because of the sanitation practices that go on here. The employees need to wash their hands. Everyone working was wearing gloves but no one actually washed their hands before putting on the gloves. A girl took my order and then proceeded to go back and make my order without washing her hand. Think about it she entered my order on the tablet ( every person that uses a card to pay touches that screen). The red head guy (that has been mentioned in other reviews) answered the phone and then went back and continued to make food without washing his hands. Don't employees that work with food have to complete food handling training? I also would like to see hair net being used. I would hope that the owners would do something about this with the number of bad reviews. I will not come back to this location as I do not want to get sick from lack of hand hygiene.
(1)William D.
Nice place with good food, but too pretentious for me. I would rather have simple food and down to earth people. Thanks anyway
(3)Dustin W.
Food is good but service is soooooooo slow. They don't have anything to drink unless you want water from the tap, the tables aren't clean, and the whole place looks like they decorated it in 23 minutes flat. This place is popular the owner needs to invest some money into the experience now.
(2)Danielle M.
Acai bowls hand crafted and fresh! Love how clean this place always is, and how consistent the bowls always are. They never skimp on fruit, and the taste is always yummy! Only bummer is the wait time can get a little frustrating.
(4)Michelle B.
I LOVE Thrive. I go as often as we can. The bowls are mouth watering! My only compliant is that it takes a long time to receive orders
(5)Heather J.
I have been going to Thrive/Fresche for awhile now and LOVE the bowls! However I do not enjoy eating there at all, the place smells heavily of bleach or some chemical but is not clean?? Especially all the seating, it is stained and looks very dirty. I understand they can not control customers that make a mess but they really need to take more pride in cleaning promptly and replacing items that get destroyed. Sitting outside is also a no go as it smells of trash. I am sure there is a dumpster near by that is probably out of their control. With that said my recommendation would be to get your bowl to go and call ahead to avoid the wait. ENJOY!
(4)Tyler Z.
Ok... Let's be honest, it's a desert. If you're like my fiance, then you think that because it has 3 leaves of spinach and some acai in it, then it's a "healthy meal"... I disagree. It may be naturally occurring sugar but it's got lots of it. Topped with honey and granola. Yum, yes. Healthy, debatable. Also, the prices are way too high, and the wait was ridiculous. I really thought it was delicious (Go Green Bowl) but I don't think I'll pay or wait for it again. Sorry! Not super impressed.
(3)MELISSA P.
One of my very favorite places to come. My three year old also loves it. I tell her we're getting ice cream. lol. I don't even know which one is my favorite. Maybe the peanut butter and chocolate. But love all of them. The staff at the Tempe and Mesa locations are always super friendly. You won't be disapointed!
(5)Brianna S.
Eh. Not really understanding all the amazing reviews. Me and the Hubby ordered bowls. They were ok. Nothing special. We have had our fair share in Hawaii. I didn't like the store set up. Making the bowls in the back? Weird. Plus the store was filthy! Fruit smeared on a chair, dirty tables, even the kid that helped us his apron was so dirty. Yuck! I probably won't ever go back, it was expensive and just so so. The amount of dirty just turned me off.
(3)erin p.
Wait was ridiculous and the the menu doesn't tell you what is in the smoothie, which I think is very odd for a "healthy" breakfast option. The greens smoothie was so sweet it was almost unbearable. My mom ordered one of the acia bowls, which is basically Sorbet ice cream and some fruit. I questioned the waitstaff on the amount of sugar in their products and we were told that there was no added sugars.... which we later found out that she meant there is stevia added to everything. The amount of sweeteners in the menu items is out of control and needs to be toned down. I would not classify anything on their menu as healthy. Thrive Should be listed as a dessert stop. Ps frozen fruit is not live and raw....
(1)Chris E.
This place is run by rude teenagers. The orders take FOREVER, the smoothies aren't very good and if they get your order wrong, they argue with you about what you ordered. Avoid this place!
(1)Bob D.
We showed up at 8:56pm and they close at 9pm... They were very nice and still served us. It was a great late night treat. The employees were really nice and did not make it a big deal when we ordered just before closing. It's something I would recommend nothing to compare it too. Really good healthy treat.
(5)Meagan L.
This place is awesome! It's the first acai bowl that I've ever tried and now I'm hooked! I'm allergic to oats so I had to order mine without and man was I jealous of my fiancées bowl with oatmeal on top it looked delicious! Even without oats mine was so so good! The only change I would make would be to add more nuts as I just needed a little more texture. The place was busy but we didn't wait too long before we were enjoying our yummy treat. The only reason I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is because of the staff. They were not out and out rude or anything like that they were just kind of dull. With such a cute and fun place they needed better attitudes, none of them really even made eye contact or smiled. And I did notice a bunch of employees sitting at a table chatting on their day off. Which is totally fine they can do what they want on their day off but I don't think they should be jumping behind the counter and running to the back when they aren't on the clock. (I only know they weren't working because they mentioned to their other friends how nice it was that today was their day off). All in all it was a delicious treat and we will definitely be back. We just wish the staff was a little better and that would instantly make my review 5 stars! Definitely try the cherry walnut for a fruity delight or the peanut butter bowl for a sinful but fairly healthy treat!
(4)Kathren S.
The other reviews are pretty on-point: I got the Original bowl, medium sized. Strawberries, blueberries, granola and honey. It tasted fine and was refreshing, but nothing extraordinary. What really put me off was the service, as others have mentioned. I understand high school kids aren't always on their game when working a job like this - I've been there! But they moved slowly and seemed disinterested at best. I waited almost 30 minutes for my food and finally had to ask since my order had apparently gotten lost? An employee brought it out soon after I said something, but they seemed baffled that I was slightly displeased it had taken so long. I'd probably go back if I was in the vicinity but won't go out of my way again to make it back here.
(2)Tayler B.
I go here every week. This place has the best acai bowls in Arizona! I have tried bowls from at least 5 other places in the valley and nothing compares to Thrive! The chocolate walnut is my go to and I also love the chocolate coconut and the tropical. Their new fresh pressed juices and protein shakes are also incredible! Staff is always warm and welcoming. ILOVETHRIVE
(5)Stacey B.
Just made a date with my sister and friend to go and try this new Thrive Restaurant. Walked right up to the register (no line) and started looking at the menu. The girl at the register informed me that it would be a 25 min wait for my food if I ordered because they had online orders to fill. Ridiculous! We left. Not waiting 25 min for a $8 smoothy in a bowl, I don't care how healthy it is.
(1)Kristin H.
I absolutely love the peanut butter bowl! And I don't even feel guilty about indulging :)
(5)Ashley B.
Come here to get an amazing ACAI BOWL. So many different flavors of delicious smoothies and shakes. My favorite is the original. It's a blend of strawberry blueberries banana ACAI Sorbet, and apple juice. It's topped with granola, strawberries banana, blueberries, and honey. Can't go wrong. I love their punch card system. Every 10 bowls bought you get a free medium and they're so filling. ENJOY
(5)Christopher C.
I have been to this location several times, and I love it ... with a reservation. The food here is refreshing on a hot summer day. The bowls are cold and tasty; a great refreshing meal when it is 100+ degrees outside. I suggest the tropical or the strawberry passion bowls. OR the Chocolate Peanut Butter! To be honest they are all good ... when it's made right; and there's my reservation. They don't seem to be consistent. Usually, the bowls are packed with fruit and are very tasty. Sometimes however, it's like they are running out of toppings and are giving you scraps. I have had a bowl or two that were mainly an Acai filled bowl with some toppings thrown in there sparingly. This not only makes the bowl look like half of what it should be at full price, giving me the feeling I have been ripped off; it also throws off the flavor of the bowl as a whole. If this place could make these bowls consistent, then I would rate this place a 5. Consistency though, is very important. It's amazing place with great food! Although, I shouldn't have to worry about if my bowl will be the same as it was yesterday.
(3)Elise V.
Let me preface my review by stating that I love the acai bowls, and I am a frequent customer of the Southern location. My poor review is aimed at the service at the Higley location not the food; however, you'll want to avoid eating whatever they serve you after reading my review! Thank goodness for the designer who decided to have a big window for customers to watch the smoothies/ food being prepared as I would not have seen this otherwise! A red-headed young man and a young lady who appeared to be Southeast Asian LICKED THE SPATULAS WHILE PREPPING FOOD SEVERAL TIMES FOR SEVERAL DIFFERENT ORDERS!!! I watched them do it. I even stood up and got closer to the window to make eye contact with the young lady. They knew I saw it and continued to do it, and they seemed to be enjoying their snacks. They hardly even rinsed them off before using them again. It was repulsive. It was my one and only time at this location. I will not go back. Eek!
(1)Lis A.
This place needs more than one person working at 7am- when they open. The wait is ridiculous.
(2)Andrew P.
Way good!! Many great options. And not only are they pricy but they also ask for a tip, tryin to break my bank for a smoothie thing lol ACAI!!!!
(4)Ali B.
Was on a hunt for a good healthy vegan place for a treat, and was pleased to find this place, not too far away from where my boyfriend lives! I had never really had an Acai Bowl before, so it was a new experience for me. I got the peanut butter chocolate one and it was very good, very filling as well. I ordered a small but I think they gave me a medium because there was a lot. I could barely finish is, and usually I eat like a cow. My meat-eating boyfriend enjoyed it as well, he got a chocolate coconut acai bowl. Also had trouble finishing his. I came to Thrive a second time, at the other location, and got a chocolate coconut smoothie. I was less impressed with the smoothie, but it was still pretty good. Both times there was a bit of a wait to get the bowl/ smoothie, but there could be many understandable reasons for that. Also kind of expensive, but they have fresh ingredients so it is expected! My bf and I will be back! This is a great place for healthy, filling, vegan-friendly treats. Happy to have discovered this place..thanks Yelp!
(4)Francine N.
My favorite clean place to go after the gym for a post workout treat. I love to get the Pitaya Colada Bowl and the Strawberry Passion Acai Bowl. It's very healthy and the portion is good. Great customer service and they have a punch card too which is nice. Buy 10 get 1 medium free. They also sale protein powder.
(5)Amanda L.
Had the new pitaya bowl and it was great! The medium size was very filling for a lunch
(5)Lori N.
A-MAZING! I chose the Just Acai bowl and have not looked back! It's was so good! I will be making this a regular stop on my way to work from now on. Because let's be honest, is there anything better than clean healthy food that's cool and refreshing during the warm, then ridiculously hot summer days in the beautiful state we call home? So I must insist you visit them, and bring along a smile because they will have one for you!
(5)MELISSA P.
One of my very favorite places to come. My three year old also loves it. I tell her we're getting ice cream. lol. I don't even know which one is my favorite. Maybe the peanut butter and chocolate. But love all of them. The staff at the Tempe and Mesa locations are always super friendly. You won't be disapointed!
(5)Brianna S.
Eh. Not really understanding all the amazing reviews. Me and the Hubby ordered bowls. They were ok. Nothing special. We have had our fair share in Hawaii. I didn't like the store set up. Making the bowls in the back? Weird. Plus the store was filthy! Fruit smeared on a chair, dirty tables, even the kid that helped us his apron was so dirty. Yuck! I probably won't ever go back, it was expensive and just so so. The amount of dirty just turned me off.
(3)erin p.
Wait was ridiculous and the the menu doesn't tell you what is in the smoothie, which I think is very odd for a "healthy" breakfast option. The greens smoothie was so sweet it was almost unbearable. My mom ordered one of the acia bowls, which is basically Sorbet ice cream and some fruit. I questioned the waitstaff on the amount of sugar in their products and we were told that there was no added sugars.... which we later found out that she meant there is stevia added to everything. The amount of sweeteners in the menu items is out of control and needs to be toned down. I would not classify anything on their menu as healthy. Thrive Should be listed as a dessert stop. Ps frozen fruit is not live and raw....
(1)Chris E.
This place is run by rude teenagers. The orders take FOREVER, the smoothies aren't very good and if they get your order wrong, they argue with you about what you ordered. Avoid this place!
(1)Bob D.
We showed up at 8:56pm and they close at 9pm... They were very nice and still served us. It was a great late night treat. The employees were really nice and did not make it a big deal when we ordered just before closing. It's something I would recommend nothing to compare it too. Really good healthy treat.
(5)Meagan L.
This place is awesome! It's the first acai bowl that I've ever tried and now I'm hooked! I'm allergic to oats so I had to order mine without and man was I jealous of my fiancées bowl with oatmeal on top it looked delicious! Even without oats mine was so so good! The only change I would make would be to add more nuts as I just needed a little more texture. The place was busy but we didn't wait too long before we were enjoying our yummy treat. The only reason I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is because of the staff. They were not out and out rude or anything like that they were just kind of dull. With such a cute and fun place they needed better attitudes, none of them really even made eye contact or smiled. And I did notice a bunch of employees sitting at a table chatting on their day off. Which is totally fine they can do what they want on their day off but I don't think they should be jumping behind the counter and running to the back when they aren't on the clock. (I only know they weren't working because they mentioned to their other friends how nice it was that today was their day off). All in all it was a delicious treat and we will definitely be back. We just wish the staff was a little better and that would instantly make my review 5 stars! Definitely try the cherry walnut for a fruity delight or the peanut butter bowl for a sinful but fairly healthy treat!
(4)Andrew P.
Way good!! Many great options. And not only are they pricy but they also ask for a tip, tryin to break my bank for a smoothie thing lol ACAI!!!!
(4)Ashley B.
Come here to get an amazing ACAI BOWL. So many different flavors of delicious smoothies and shakes. My favorite is the original. It's a blend of strawberry blueberries banana ACAI Sorbet, and apple juice. It's topped with granola, strawberries banana, blueberries, and honey. Can't go wrong. I love their punch card system. Every 10 bowls bought you get a free medium and they're so filling. ENJOY
(5)Christopher C.
I have been to this location several times, and I love it ... with a reservation. The food here is refreshing on a hot summer day. The bowls are cold and tasty; a great refreshing meal when it is 100+ degrees outside. I suggest the tropical or the strawberry passion bowls. OR the Chocolate Peanut Butter! To be honest they are all good ... when it's made right; and there's my reservation. They don't seem to be consistent. Usually, the bowls are packed with fruit and are very tasty. Sometimes however, it's like they are running out of toppings and are giving you scraps. I have had a bowl or two that were mainly an Acai filled bowl with some toppings thrown in there sparingly. This not only makes the bowl look like half of what it should be at full price, giving me the feeling I have been ripped off; it also throws off the flavor of the bowl as a whole. If this place could make these bowls consistent, then I would rate this place a 5. Consistency though, is very important. It's amazing place with great food! Although, I shouldn't have to worry about if my bowl will be the same as it was yesterday.
(3)Elise V.
Let me preface my review by stating that I love the acai bowls, and I am a frequent customer of the Southern location. My poor review is aimed at the service at the Higley location not the food; however, you'll want to avoid eating whatever they serve you after reading my review! Thank goodness for the designer who decided to have a big window for customers to watch the smoothies/ food being prepared as I would not have seen this otherwise! A red-headed young man and a young lady who appeared to be Southeast Asian LICKED THE SPATULAS WHILE PREPPING FOOD SEVERAL TIMES FOR SEVERAL DIFFERENT ORDERS!!! I watched them do it. I even stood up and got closer to the window to make eye contact with the young lady. They knew I saw it and continued to do it, and they seemed to be enjoying their snacks. They hardly even rinsed them off before using them again. It was repulsive. It was my one and only time at this location. I will not go back. Eek!
(1)Ali B.
Was on a hunt for a good healthy vegan place for a treat, and was pleased to find this place, not too far away from where my boyfriend lives! I had never really had an Acai Bowl before, so it was a new experience for me. I got the peanut butter chocolate one and it was very good, very filling as well. I ordered a small but I think they gave me a medium because there was a lot. I could barely finish is, and usually I eat like a cow. My meat-eating boyfriend enjoyed it as well, he got a chocolate coconut acai bowl. Also had trouble finishing his. I came to Thrive a second time, at the other location, and got a chocolate coconut smoothie. I was less impressed with the smoothie, but it was still pretty good. Both times there was a bit of a wait to get the bowl/ smoothie, but there could be many understandable reasons for that. Also kind of expensive, but they have fresh ingredients so it is expected! My bf and I will be back! This is a great place for healthy, filling, vegan-friendly treats. Happy to have discovered this place..thanks Yelp!
(4)Francine N.
My favorite clean place to go after the gym for a post workout treat. I love to get the Pitaya Colada Bowl and the Strawberry Passion Acai Bowl. It's very healthy and the portion is good. Great customer service and they have a punch card too which is nice. Buy 10 get 1 medium free. They also sale protein powder.
(5)Amanda L.
Had the new pitaya bowl and it was great! The medium size was very filling for a lunch
(5)Lori N.
A-MAZING! I chose the Just Acai bowl and have not looked back! It's was so good! I will be making this a regular stop on my way to work from now on. Because let's be honest, is there anything better than clean healthy food that's cool and refreshing during the warm, then ridiculously hot summer days in the beautiful state we call home? So I must insist you visit them, and bring along a smile because they will have one for you!
(5)Nick P.
I have been to this Thrive! several times and they have always been great! This last time I bought a small acaci bowl to go and spilled it just as I was getting out of my car. I was really looking forward to this for my dessert so I went back ready to pay for another one. I went in and explained what had happened and that I didn't mind paying for another. The guy at the front said it was no problem and that he would just go back and make another one for me! The entire staff was very friendly and of course the food was great! They're acai bowls are DELICIOUS, very healthy (except for maybe being high in sugar but what are you gonna do, theres a ton of fruit on there!), and reasonably priced for the freshness of the ingredients you are getting. Overall, definitely recommend Thrive! and especially this location!
(5)Christy G.
I have never been disappointed coming here. The acai bowls are so light and refreshing and yet satisfying. Perfect for the hot summer days. You can taste the quality ingredients and the effort put into each bowl. Deliciously done, Thrive!
(5)Karen H.
I LOVE acai bowls!! Last few times at Thrive the bowls have been super runny and it's so dirty inside! Won't ever go again. Nektar is way better, clean and consistent!
(1)Kristi S.
It was my first time and I played it safe and went for the Original bowl and it was amazing! Dragging my friends back and can't wait to try the Raspberry Lime!
(5)Julia A.
Ok, so I finally tried their acai bowls and they're AMAZING as well! I especially love the Strawberry Passion, Go Green, and Raspberry Pecan!
(5)Mandee L.
Their smoothies and bowls are delish and go great anytime of the day. They also sell quest bars (which are freaking amazing) only downfall is when they are busy you can wait anywhere from 15-30 mins to get your order.
(5)Brittney E.
The food itself is great but it is the slowest service ever. Usually takes my entire lunch hour just to get an Acai bowl.
(2)Miriam W.
My favorite is the original with chopped walnuts on top. A small is very generous. It's my guilty pleasure treat!
(5)Kiley P.
I love thrive so much!!! The bowls are delicious and the staff is super friendly and nice. I have noticed that some people made the comment that you can't see what they are doing because they go behind a close door. Well I'm pretty sure that is why that made a HUGE window on the side so you watch them make your bowl :) I love it because you can actually have a conversation unlike Jamba Juice where's the blenders are extremely loud. my favorite is the tropical but the strawberry passion is also really good! If I don't have the time to wait 10 minutes for my bowl (because they use all fresh ingredients) I call ahead my order and they usually always have it ready for me! Love love love thrive!!
(5)Shannon B.
So glad to find this gem. In California it was easier to find an acai bowl. I visit the location on Higley more than Tempe. Thrive does not disappoint, all of their bowls are unique and delicious! My only complaint is how long it takes to get your order. Whether you order 1 or 4 items, it always takes forever to get your bowl. It's always clean, smells okay, and staff friendly. Try this place instead of Jamba Juice people!
(4)Chasen H.
This place is a great local business that offers acai bowls. They are really tasty and consist of granola, honey drizzled on top, and sliced bananas. My favorite is the peanut butter bowl. My only complaint here is that I cannot afford to come here as much as I want. The bowls are extremely expensive. It's like 8 bucks for a small and they really are...small. maybe someday they can lower their prices a bit.
(3)Philip H.
Super yummy but super expensive!!! I went for brunch and am still hungry after my awesome peanut butter bowl!
(4)Jackie C.
I love this place! I always get Acai Bowls when I am in California and it is so hard to find a good place in Arizona. Well... this is the place to go! The acai bowls are delicious, but my favorite are the pitaya bowls. I would recommend getting the Pitaya Colada. The smallest size is around $6, and it is worth driving to get! I would say that there small is actually pretty small, but it is really delicious!
(5)Maggie C.
I went to Thrive today expecting great things! I had tried an acai bowl in California and it was so good! I was excited to find out there was somewhere near my house that had acai bowls! When I got to Thrive I ordered a small original bowl, which was $4.50. I then sat down at a table to wait for my order, thinking it would take 5-8minutes to get the small bowl prepared. Well, I ended up waiting 25+ minutes for my small bowl. Ridiculous. There were 4 people working there (at least that I saw) and 2 others in the place waiting for their orders. Why would it take so long to prepare a simple, small acai bowl?!? I have the feeling that the people working at Thrive care more about laughing and talking with their friends in the back (where they prepare the bowls) than actually helping the customers. The employees were not rude or mean but they were definitely not very friendly. The bowl itself was nothing spectacular. It was just ok. There were 2 pieces of strawberries and 2 pieces of sliced banana and some granola on the top of the acai. I'm not sure it was worth $4.50. Definitely not worth the 25 minute wait. I will not be retuning to Thrive anytime soon... :(
(2)Jack L.
The Acai bowls here are absolutely delicious- the healthy part is a big plus! I'm usually more of a carnivore, but the bowls here taste great. It can take some time to make the bowls, so I would always recommend calling ahead on your way in. The flavors are all excellent, and I'm a big fan of the original, go green, and peanut butter (my favorite) flavors. If you haven't tried one yet, you should give it a chance!
(5)Mae C.
Usually these cups are filled to the top.....I am extremely pissed that I was cheated of the proper amount of delicious thrive. I am a valued and frequent customer. I bought FOUR and they were all like this. Unacceptable.
(2)Hello A.
Go here! Get yourself an acai bowl. Thank me later! Great service! Good prices (cheaper than most places in the valley).
(5)Stephanie T.
I'm an acai convert! My gym and work are right next to Thrive, but I never considered eating there until I saw some rave reviews from fellow Yelpers. I'm so thankful I tried Thrive out because it's a wonderful work lunch option for me. Yes, the bowls might seem expensive for $8-10 each, but I stay full for at least 4 hours after eating one. I usually get a medium with one or two extra toppings like cacao nibs or goji berries. The granola they use is very good, and I love how it pairs with the tart acai base. The chocolate walnut bowl is my favorite, but I plan on trying them all. Service has been friendly and quick. One young woman was even conscientious enough to follow me outside to make sure my order was correct (it was). The only thing I haven't been happy with is the use of frozen fruit (e.g. pineapple, cherries). I'd rather those bowls be taken off the menu if the fresh fruit isn't available. I'd also like it if the nutrition information available at the counter was also posted on the website. I'm sure many people would find that useful.
(4)Bell K.
I had heard of this place from a friend but hadn't made it over since it is not close to my home. I went today for lunch & it was fantastic! I was initially concerned it wouldn't be enough food for a whole meal but it really was. They have a choice of 10-15 different acai bowls, which is what i was interested in. They also have smoothies. You pick a bowl flavor but can also upgrade & add a variety of extras- like nut butter, protein powder, hemp seeds, etc. the bottom half of the bowl is the thick acai smoothie part, & the top has granola, fruit & other goodies! I got the chocolate coconut bowl which came with almond butter & chocolate pea protein so i didn't need to do a protein ad in. The top had granola, strawberries, bananas, coconut. It was so fantastic! I loved every bite! I hope they expand & put a location in south chandler or gilbert. I would go several times a week! But even at a 25 minute drive i will be back!
(5)Michael W.
If the acai bowls were cheaper we would go every day, but they are a bit pricey so we reserve them for the occasional, healthy treat. Seriously all these bowls are delicious and they reek of goodness and good health. If ya have a group or you plan to order more than a few it would be wise to call far enough ahead to allow the folks time to make them. It seems they are a bit prep intensive. Haven't tried the smoothies, still can't get by the bowls. Four stars because of the price and the time it takes to make them, but still Thrive is a great place and we're regulars.
(4)PJ B.
UNSANITARY employee totally grossed us out! They have an observation window where you can watch them preparing your smoothie while you wait and my husband and I sat there for at least 15 to 20 minutes just watching while we waited because it was so interesting and there was one tall slender redheaded young man that never ever put the gloves on his hands however all the other employees had gloves on and this guy not only failed to wear gloves but he also was constantly touching or scratching his nose with his hands (!!!!!!) and we were both so grateful he was not the one that prepared what we had ordered!!! all of the employees were very friendly and there was another male worker in the same room with dark hair that was meticulous in cleaning the equipment he was using and it just amazed me that everyone was so careful to wear those sterile plastic gloves yet this redheaded guy was handling all of the foodduring preparation and never put the gloves on! GROSS! GROSS! GROSS! and I totally hate hate hate leaving a negative review but this was so unprofessional and unsanitary I had to tell.
(1)Rashelle E.
My husband & I love this place. We even opt for an acai bowl instead of a blizzard next door at Dairy Queen. I was a little hesitant at first trying something new but it was so worth it. It is basically a smoothie bowl topped with granola, fruit, & honey. A great way to start & end your day!
(5)Shanell B.
I have been coming here for three years now! About time I wrote a review :) The staff is super friendly. They are willing to help you find the best flavor for you when you are not sure. If you're lucky, you can watch them make the peanut butter FRESH there in the giant window they have to the side. I love that I can talk on the phone while waiting for my bowl unlike at Jamba Juice where it gets too loud. I recommend Cherry Walnut for breakfast Original for a snack (this is my go-to all the time though!) Chocolate coconut for a meal replacement! Their chocolate bowls are made with a chocolate pea protein, so it's not syrup crap. I'm not sure if I made it clear... but I LOVE Thrive!
(5)Brooke R.
I wanted to like it here but the service is painfully slow. Stopped here after yoga for a quick bite before work. The person waiting when I got there asked if they had even started making her bowl because she was going to be late and was going to have to cancel her order. There were two people working and it wasn't busy. I don't know why it took so long about 25 mins for 2 bowls and 2 shakes. The low rating is for the service. The food alone would have received 3-3.5. I'll give it one more try but was very disappointed by the service.
(2)Suz E.
Decent Acai bowl at a reasonable price. Very minimalist decor. Somewhat of a wait for our stuff.
(3)Kara K.
I hate to be yet another person giving a bad review because of the sanitation practices that go on here. The employees need to wash their hands. Everyone working was wearing gloves but no one actually washed their hands before putting on the gloves. A girl took my order and then proceeded to go back and make my order without washing her hand. Think about it she entered my order on the tablet ( every person that uses a card to pay touches that screen). The red head guy (that has been mentioned in other reviews) answered the phone and then went back and continued to make food without washing his hands. Don't employees that work with food have to complete food handling training? I also would like to see hair net being used. I would hope that the owners would do something about this with the number of bad reviews. I will not come back to this location as I do not want to get sick from lack of hand hygiene.
(1)William D.
Nice place with good food, but too pretentious for me. I would rather have simple food and down to earth people. Thanks anyway
(3)Dustin W.
Food is good but service is soooooooo slow. They don't have anything to drink unless you want water from the tap, the tables aren't clean, and the whole place looks like they decorated it in 23 minutes flat. This place is popular the owner needs to invest some money into the experience now.
(2)Danielle M.
Acai bowls hand crafted and fresh! Love how clean this place always is, and how consistent the bowls always are. They never skimp on fruit, and the taste is always yummy! Only bummer is the wait time can get a little frustrating.
(4)Michelle B.
I LOVE Thrive. I go as often as we can. The bowls are mouth watering! My only compliant is that it takes a long time to receive orders
(5)Heather J.
I have been going to Thrive/Fresche for awhile now and LOVE the bowls! However I do not enjoy eating there at all, the place smells heavily of bleach or some chemical but is not clean?? Especially all the seating, it is stained and looks very dirty. I understand they can not control customers that make a mess but they really need to take more pride in cleaning promptly and replacing items that get destroyed. Sitting outside is also a no go as it smells of trash. I am sure there is a dumpster near by that is probably out of their control. With that said my recommendation would be to get your bowl to go and call ahead to avoid the wait. ENJOY!
(4)Kathren S.
The other reviews are pretty on-point: I got the Original bowl, medium sized. Strawberries, blueberries, granola and honey. It tasted fine and was refreshing, but nothing extraordinary. What really put me off was the service, as others have mentioned. I understand high school kids aren't always on their game when working a job like this - I've been there! But they moved slowly and seemed disinterested at best. I waited almost 30 minutes for my food and finally had to ask since my order had apparently gotten lost? An employee brought it out soon after I said something, but they seemed baffled that I was slightly displeased it had taken so long. I'd probably go back if I was in the vicinity but won't go out of my way again to make it back here.
(2)Tayler B.
I go here every week. This place has the best acai bowls in Arizona! I have tried bowls from at least 5 other places in the valley and nothing compares to Thrive! The chocolate walnut is my go to and I also love the chocolate coconut and the tropical. Their new fresh pressed juices and protein shakes are also incredible! Staff is always warm and welcoming. ILOVETHRIVE
(5)Stacey B.
Just made a date with my sister and friend to go and try this new Thrive Restaurant. Walked right up to the register (no line) and started looking at the menu. The girl at the register informed me that it would be a 25 min wait for my food if I ordered because they had online orders to fill. Ridiculous! We left. Not waiting 25 min for a $8 smoothy in a bowl, I don't care how healthy it is.
(1)Kristin H.
I absolutely love the peanut butter bowl! And I don't even feel guilty about indulging :)
(5)Emily M.
A girlfriend brought me here for an Acai bowl... I had no idea what to expect! I got the original Acai bowl and loved it! It was so refreshing, I wanted another one immediately. The location isn't very close to me so I hope they open more locations soon!
(5)Annie I.
First of all, I just want to say that Thrive has the best acai bowls around!!! My favorite is the original and the tropical! I love how they have so many add-ins you can choose from. Sometimes it can get pretty busy, especially around lunch time, so if I'm in a hurry, you can always call your order in ahead of time and it will be ready for you to come pick it up! A lot of people have commented that it can be a little pricey, but when you consider the fact that they use all fresh fruit and ingredients, what else do you expect? You get what you pay for and this isn't McDonalds people! Also, the bowls are huge and a small fills me up every time! I love finding a place that has good food that I can feel good about eating, and the employees are always so nice and willing to make things right if they make a mistake. I just wish that there was a location closer to my house, or I'd be here every day!
(5)Karen W.
For a healthier, light lunch, Thrive's acai bowls are a good option for something refreshing and cool in the hot heat of summer. This location is larger than the Tempe one, with more tables for people to sit down and enjoy their bowl or smoothie. I've had every bowl, and my favorites so far are the chocolate walnut, tropical, and cherry.
(4)Sunshine M.
Great bowls! I order the classic acai bowl and add coconut shavings to it. These bowls are tart and full of flavor. The only reason I am rating it 4 stars instead of 5 is because they are SLOW!! Their staff needs more training. The register/ordering process is way too long and cumbersome. And the prep time of the bowls is the longest I've experienced at any acai/juice bar EVER!!! I even tried pre-ordering. I was told the 4 bowls I ordered would be 15/20 minutes. I arrived at the store 25 minutes later and still had to wait 10 minutes. 35 minutes, for 4 bowls!?!? Waaaaay too long. But, the bowls are delicious and the portions are generous. So, despite the long wait, I am still giving this place 4 stars. It deserves 5 stars based on flavor and quality, but the overall experience is time consuming and can be down right annoying. SO-- 4 stars is pretty impressive for such a clunky ordering/prep process. You know the bowls are good if a slow and annoying wait still gets 4 stars. The bowls DO NOT disappoint!
(4)Damian R.
I love these bowls! They are delicious and a pretty healthy alternative to ice cream. I wish I could go more. They're a little expensive, but I can understand when you look at all the ingredients and the time it takes to make each one. If you go when there are a few people ahead of you, it might be easier to come back because they do get behind really quickly. I'm glad they make them in the little closet room with the window because it's loud in there. The decor is decent in the front, though there are times when the tables or chairs needed wiping down but everyone's in back working hard. The back of the store is not really well defined with boxes of ingredients and supplements. Once, my daughter found a long blonde hair in her bowl and it grossed her out. I think it's because of the frenzy in the blender room. Maybe hairnets are necessary?
(4)Tyler Z.
Ok... Let's be honest, it's a desert. If you're like my fiance, then you think that because it has 3 leaves of spinach and some acai in it, then it's a "healthy meal"... I disagree. It may be naturally occurring sugar but it's got lots of it. Topped with honey and granola. Yum, yes. Healthy, debatable. Also, the prices are way too high, and the wait was ridiculous. I really thought it was delicious (Go Green Bowl) but I don't think I'll pay or wait for it again. Sorry! Not super impressed.
(3)Arman P.
All the bowls r great. You gotta be patient tho cuz it does take a little while to get your food. I recommend calling before so by the time you get there it's a short wait. But everything they have is pretty awesome.
(5)Mandi B.
Wow... I was a skeptic, but now I'm a devotee. A coworker was always going here for lunch and inviting me, but I was sure that a blended bowl of fruit, veggies, grains and various ingredients wouldn't satisfy me til dinner. I was wrong! I've had the peanut butter and the chocolate coconut a couple times and I am hooked. There are a couple others that I look forward to trying in the coming months. Definitely give it a try if you're in the area. Sign up for their text message alerts for deals too!
(4)Kimberly E.
great! awesome! tasty ! fresh! i can go on forever I tried it for the first time about a month ago and now I'm kind of addicted. Their bowls are fresh and made on the spot making it all the more delightful experience. The place is always very clean and the employees are very friendly as well.
(5)Rachel R.
Thrive! has been on my to-do list for many moons... after all, it's the only place to get an acai bowl within an hour of Scottsdale. I finally made it down to Gilbert this morning, and now I hate myself for not discovering the glory of Thrive sooner (but really, I love myself, because I just had a giant acai bowl and am feelin' fine). My favorite thing about Thrive is the ingredient selection, which tops anywhere I've been in California. They even beat out Sambazon's Acai Cafe, which is 100% build-your-own bowl style. Yes, there's a menu, but many a secret ingredient hides in the kitchen, including super foods like cacao nibs, goji berries, spirulina, maca powder, hemp and chia seeds. Other highlights include homemade nut butters, protein powders, all kinds of berries and tropical fruit, and hemp-flax or gluten-free granola. I'm too excited by any restaurant's build-your-own option to order a set menu item, and given the myriad possibilities laid out before me... I knew the original bowl wasn't going to cut it. I made my own acai blend (spirulina, cacao nibs, chocolate protein powder, banana, and walnut butter) and topped it off hemp-flax granola, walnuts, and chocolate shavings. AY. DIOS. MIO. Too delicious for English words... and five hours later, I'm still full. The owner was even sweet enough to let us try free samples of the tropical, chocolate peanut butter, and chocolate coconut bowls... which were unsurprisingly scrumptious. Overall, I'm left with these two thoughts: 1) Even if Thrive is 25 minutes away, I've got plans to fill out my punch card and get a 10th bowl free before the end of the month, and 2) Why is there only one of these? Time to start replacing Scottsdale's 473 crap-tastic FroYo places with acai cafes!
(5)Marcee F.
Such an amazing treat! I will definitely be coming back here instead of going for an ice cream. I had the Raspberry Lime Acai bowl and it was delicious.
(5)Sarah W.
This place is awesome if you want something light and healthy during the summer. getting the acai bowls for breakfast is a little early for me to eat something that cold. I could see as a lunch option would be perfect on the weekend when you aren't in a hurry because its definitely worth savoring. I absolutely love the granola and would take granola and bananas as a topping on these acai bowls any day. So yummy!
(4)Rachel C.
A little disappointed with the amount of fruit vs granola. More than half is granola. Other than that the flavors are great!
(3)Arizona T.
Really good smoothies and Acai bowls. The downside is its almost impossible to go there on a break, they take forever!!! Changed this from a 3 star to a 4 because i thought about it and the owner lady was very nice and doesn't deserve less.
(4)Mike S.
Yummy! My wife loves this place. I think it's a good snack. I'd probably get the free oatmeal next time to make it better.
(5)Lux N.
I am an acai bowl addict! I went to the original chop shop in chandler for their acai bowls until I found that thrive was closer to my work and home. First of all, it is expensive. I have tried acai bowls everywhere including out of state and I never felt like they were over priced the way they are at thrive. I was able to get a big sized bowl at chop shop for around $6 and at thrive it's about $9+. I've visited this location more than 5 times and it's really nothing special, I just keep returning because I need my acai fix. My first visit was absolutely chaotic. There were tons of people waiting at 2 in the afternoon and I was told it would be a 30 minute wait to get mine to go. Seriously? The staff is run by high school age kids, which is fine, but they definitely lack the leadership and management skills. Every time I've visited there isn't an employee at the front counter to take orders. They make everything in the back which is behind a closed door with a small window at the top of the door I believe, where I doubt you could see if customers were coming in. There's been countless occasions where I've been standing there waiting for someone to come out and take my order. Whenever the door opens I've seen numerous employees, usually 4 at a time. It makes me wonder what they're doing back there and how hard it can really be to make acai bowls and smoothies. At Jamba Juice you're lucky if you have two employees working at a time and they get your order to you in less than 5 minutes. I highly suggest hiring and training a manager to be on staff at all times that are able to understand what running a business should look like. I've never had an issue with the employees being rude, just nothing special. Again, just very frustrating when you have to wait so long and aren't getting good customer service. If you plan on trying them out, make sure you give yourself the same amount of time you would as a fancy dining restaurant.
(3)Billy F.
Let me start by saying the bowls are good. However, the atmosphere is unclean and unkempt, especially the restroom. The faucet doesn't even work and the sink is filthy. I don't think they've cleaned it in a long time. It makes me wonder what they do to make the bowls behind closed doors.... And why is it behind closed doors? You're selling health, clean eating, and an experience. Let people see and take part in the experience. Seen Jamba Juice, Bahama Bucks, Cold Stone, etc. Also, the pay counter is a cluttered mess. Again, cleanliness is not a top priority. Move all your point of sale products (except maybe 1 of each item) and pamphlets away so that people can view as their waiting... Cause the wait is long. Nobody is going to hang out at the cashier and read crap. About the wait... We typically go in the morning and the teenage employees always look as if they just got up after a long night out. And then they go behind closed doors and make your bowl........
(3)Rita H.
I am addicted to this stuff. I've tried many of the acai bowls and loved each one. It's just fresh and yummy. Really quite filling with the granola on top. I've had them for meals sometimes. The small bowl is enough to make me full but if you want to try it at a meal, I'd bump it up to medium. Large is way too much for one person!
(4)S V.
The food was great, but the service was bad. There were maybe 5 couples in front of us & it took over 30 minutes to get our food.
(2)Christina W.
Guilt free dessert (meal) is here! Depending what size I get and the type, it has served as a meal replacement before, especially the peanut one. I've tried the Go Green and the Peanut Butter. Go Green was fruity and refreshing, just what I was looking for whereas on my second visit I decided to go nuts! :) So I ordered the Peanut Butter and though it was good, it was SO filling. It wasn't compelling to eat more than a few spoonfuls in one sitting. I'll be back for the Go Green or to try others. All in all the granola, acai blend and fresh fruit is pimp.
(4)Jeremy H.
This is one of my family's favorite places to grab lunch, breakfast, or a healthy snack after the gym. We were first told about Thrive! Acai Bowls and Smoothies by some friends and decided to check it out. Well, I can clearly see why people will wait or line up for these frozen treats- they are absolutely delicious! Even if you aren't a "health- nut" or more of an icecream person, I would be surprised if you didn't think their Acai bowls weren't amazing also! My wife is obsessed with the Raspberry Pecan with Hemp Protien and our little 2 year old loves the original. It's nice that they also offer so many different sizes and variations on the current menu classics. The only downside is that we don't have a location across the street from our house because we seem to crave them every day. For anyone out there who wants to try something new, and healthy check this place out! They have seats inside and an outdoor patio also. We love this place!
(5)Kevin W.
After an incredibly long day I decided to stop by this place on the way back home to try one of their 'meal-replacement' sized frozen treats. Chocolate coconut - XL ($10). Tasted just as I had imagined... Very flavorful and satisfyingly smooth and cold.. Could qualify for a light meal replacement, though I could imagine getting add-ons like granola or oatmeal would enhance that. Will be back to try the peanut butter variety, thumbs up!
(4)Shoshanna A.
I love this place! My friends and I frequent here about once a week for the past few months. I have tried about half of the bowls on the menu and have gotten stuck on the passion fruit one. The service is good and the people are friendly. I absolutely recommend trying this place!
(5)Brian P.
Good stuff! Seems to be relatively healthy. Great snack before or after the gym. 4 stars because of inconsistency in the bowls. Ex. Sometimes you get honey, sometimes you don't.
(4)Melissa K.
OMG this was unbelievably tasty and uber healthy. Its like a smoothie in a bowl but BETTER. I tried the Original by the servers recommendation. Good choice! Acai, strawberries, blueberries all mixed up topped with granola and bananas and drizzled with honey. No added ice or sugar. So so tasty and refreshing. Kinda wish I'd ordered the large!
(5)John D.
Wow!! Thrive? Disappointing. The bowl was delicious but the customer service and the 30 min wait to get a smoothie! That just to much for me. I could of went to Jamba Juice and been home by now. I get that you had a bunch of orders but you need to let people know before they order that it will take that long or my solution-( Higher another person). Time is money. So i guess order for pick up if you must but there is just to many options to bother.
(1)Kayleen M.
Thrive is a great little place to grab a healthy snack or go for an all fruit inspired lunch. All of their menu items taste great and are also very appealing visually. They use a lot of fresh ingredients and everything is fruit and acai based. I have tried almost every bowl on the menu and I have yet to find one that I dislike (The raspberry is a little tart, but I think that almost makes it better!). I haven't tried many of their smoothies, but they all sound great. They have a lot of options in case you don't like the ingredients or have food intolerance issues (think glutten-free granola here). The staff is always super nice and warm towards anyone who comes through the doors, even when they are crazy busy. They are really good at accommodating phone orders and do a good job in paying attention to large orders, like when our whole office decides to call in at once. Their gift cards are a great little treat to give and receive. I only have two reasons for it not getting a perfect five stars: 1. Since they opened the Tempe location and have updated their menus, you get quite a bit less acai blended goodness per bowl and they have instead added a lot of "fluff" to the top in the way of extra granola and fresh toppings. Personally, I liked it better before when they offered more substance than just a scoop of granola and a few banana slices. 2. I think it's a little pricey for what you get. A medium sized bowl averages around $8 . These are all items that can be easily re-created at home for a fraction, but, I guess you pay for convenience and a clean kitchen. Definitely a place I know I will go back to time and time again though. It's a healthy alternative to all the junky fast food joints that are in the area.
(4)Megan M.
I have been here a few times and have had different experiences each time. Once I came and there was some sort of meeting going on in the back. I have never been at a job where the business meetings were not in a private room and it was a little uncomfortable. Overall, the atmosphere of the workers is a little too laid back for me. Maybe a uniform of some sort would help. Food is good, I love the chocolate peanut butter bowl! However, it is VERY expensive for what you get. I got two smalls today and paid eleven dollars!! Even coming from an old Starbucks employee, I think it's very overpriced. Good food though!
(4)Teresa W.
I wish there was a place like this in Denver where I live, but when I'm in Mesa I have every intention of stopping here, I just don't always get time. I got the peanut butter bowl and it was really good. I was there about 3 weeks ago but from what I remember they had a decent selection of acai bowls of goodness. I remember peanut butter, banana, granola and whatever else was in it was so good. It's a somewhat healthy alternative when you want something sweet.
(5)Cheyenne R.
I LOVE THRIVE!!!! They are my favorite place to go for a yummy treat. It tastes sinfully delicious but it's heavenly good for you! No added junk, just healthy delicious fruit pureed to a soft serve consistency with oats and honey for an extra treat! My favorite is the peanut butter! What kind are you going to try?
(5)Lyndsey D.
The bowls are very delicious and refreshing. Plus, I don't feel bad about myself afterwards like I do when I eat ice cream.
(5)Jessica R.
THRIVE IS AMAZING!!! The only complaint I have is the price but I will still pay it. It's not enough to prevent me from going, just from going more often. I'm only 18 so I don't always have $8 to spend on an acai bowl but I still love it. It's so healthy and I feel so refreshed after eating there. The fruit is all fresh and such great quality. I'm a little disappointed to see people on here comparing it to Jamba Juice. This isn't jamba juice. If you want a jamba juice, then go to jamba juice. Jamba is a chain, this is not. Everything at jamba is frozen and you can in my opinion just taste preservatives in it. Thrive is fresh and tastes fresh. And yes when everything is fresh you can wait an extra 5 minutes for them to make it I mean come on!! And I love that they put the blenders in the back room I can't stand how Jamba has them out there its too loud and hurts everyones ears! This is such a great alternative to froyo and stuff like that. I truly think these types of places are going to get more and more popular. Thrive rocks especially if you love being healthy :)
(4)David F.
Had one of their large Tropical cups for the first time today. WOW. I am a picky easter and it was fantastic Will be taking the family back soon!
(5)Kendra G.
I have been twice 6 months apart from each other and tried 6 different bowls by swapping bites from what my family members have ordered. Both times the bowls were yummy! The fruit was fresh. I haven't tried one that I didn't like! The service was friendly enough. They do take a while to make the orders. So after a bit of a wait our first visit I ordered in advance for my second visit and was very pleased. Two things that prevented me from giving this location 5 stars are: cleanliness of the lobby / eating area. It's icky. Genuinely. There are cloth chairs and even the leather couch and plastic chairs prevent me from wanting to return. None of them look like they have ever been wiped down with Clorox wipes or disinfected in any way. My first visit I was there with my kids and genuinely didn't want to let my kids sit on the furniture to wait. There were old bowls sitting out with flies in them and the staff members were in back chatting. A good wash would go a LONG way. I attempted to seat my daughter in a high chair that was terrible. It was covered in previous acai bowls that had been enjoyed. If the cleanliness isn't a lobby priority I worry the back would be much the same. The second complaint is there are no napkins out on the tables for those who are less skilled eating an acai bowl, such as my two young kids. Our second visit was much the same. Nothing looked any dirtier or cleaner. The owner was there on this visit and was prompt to remove old bowls, which was nice to see. For the second visit I came prepared with my own wipes to wipe down the high chair, as well as our messy kids and hands from enjoying the yummy food.
(3)Goldilocks J.
Hubby brought this back for me for breakfast one morning on a recent trip to AZ. I only have my local Vitality Bowls to compare this to, but this was good. I didn't go to the store, so can't comment on that, but hubby called me to ask if I wanted Small, Medium, Large, or Extra Large bowl and I asked for medium telling him I wanted something equivalent to the Small here at Vitality Bowls. The medium from this place was even smaller and more expensive, so they lose a star for that. However, the acai base was more flavorful than the local joint here, so score on that! I love acai bowls so this place is a great place to get healthy food and I will go back again when in the area.
(3)Bonnie E.
This is literally my favorite place to eat in all of Arizona! The bowls and smoothies are awesome, and the staff is great! I come here probably twice a week for lunch or post workout. I love them all, and usually get the oatmeal on the bottom of the bowl, so delicious! Great for anyone with gluten or dairy allergies too! Just ask for gluten free granola if thats what you need!
(5)Jessica N.
I used to come here all the time when they first opened. I then went away and attended BYU Hawaii, and if anyone has ever been to Hawaii, they know that acai bowls are everywhere! Since returning home, I totally forgot about Thrive! until a few weeks ago, and have been returning every week since. It's very yummy and I love the convenient location, but after trying a plethora of different acai bowl places in Hawaii, I might have turned into an "acai bowl snob." A couple suggestions I would have to make this place even better would be to have a sorbet option, where the acai main part is just a little thicker of a consistency. Also, I've had better granola in my acai bowl explorations. But overall, I've had an extremely positive experience every time I've been here, and it's definitely one of my favorite places here in G-town!
(4)Mohammad N.
I judge acai bowls based on the acai bowls that I've eaten up in the San Diego and Santa Cruz areas. For some reason, california acai bowls are the best. Thrive comes the closest to replicating the taste and quality from the ones i've chowed down on in cali. I do enjoy the fact that they have about 5 different sizes - I dont always have to over indulge if I dont want to. I tend to go here after a workout or just to study. They have protein boosts and free wifi - can't get better than that. I do wish they put slices of strawberries in the acai bowl instead of blending them into the actual acai, but the bananas and honey do make up for it. I wish they would have a complete list of their nutritional value....for some reason they have conspicuously left off the sugar content of their bowls, but have every other nutritional value under the sky. And as a side note, they get their bananas from Wal-Mart. I really hate wal-mart and everything they stand for, but I wont go as far as to boycott Thrive. The owners are super nice, the atmosphere is great, the prices are competitive, and its really the only acai bowl place that you will find in the gilbert area. Give it a try!
(4)Wendall J.
Nice alternative to a smoothie.
(4)Vito G.
I was excited about this place because I am a huge acai fan. So, I go in (15 min ago) and there are 3 high school kids working there, 2 on laptops and 1 behind the counter. I wasn't greeted when entering and when I ordered the kids got up from their laptops without washing there hands or putting on gloves and made my acai bowl. Had I not paid I would have walked out. I can't tell you if the food was good because I threw it away. Thanks for the wasted $7. I would have prob came in a few times a week.
(1)Lorena M.
This place is awesome!! It taste very natural & very healthy. I tried the go green and my hubby had the original both were great. Forget ice cream, I've found something better and healthier. Staff was very friendly!
(5)Diana T.
Definitely a fan! Ordered the Original Bowl and it was delicious! However, the wait was incredibly long for one bowl!
(4)B D.
Great light breakfast or snack anytime. Been a few times with the lady. Fresh made peanut butter is very good and a must add in.
(4)Golnaz P.
I was so excited that this place opened up close to me. My wallet on the other hand is a little nervous. As it should be! This place offers delicious acai, compelling me to go every week. They have a ton of flavors, which I have never ever seen before. Trust me, I have had a lot of acai in my days. The flavor is perfect. Not too sweet not too tart and they don't add a ton of apple juice to dilute it. It is heaven in a bowl topped with bananas, granola, and a hint of honey. If you have something against bowls, you can get their smoothies. Did I mention acai is full of antioxidants? Plus last time I was there they told me if you are an AT STILL student you get 10% off your order.
(5)Kyle M.
Not your regular smoothie shop, I was introduced to this place by a "health nut" friend of mine. He goes all the time. They even have a bowl named after him. Not sure what is the difference but you can ask for "Cody Style" and they will know what you mean. I was surprised that it seemed to fill me up, or that I felt full quite a long time after eating a bowl. And it tastes good too! Chocolate coconut is my favorite.
(4)Lexington L.
Delish! Healthy, refreshing, and unique. Gluten free granola is offered too :)
(5)Aaron C.
We love this place! The acai bowls they make are kind of like smoothies with some other stuff mixed in, but they make you feel so good because they are naturally sweetened -- without any sugar. Very healthy and very tasty.
(5)Jasmine C.
Acai bowls are good, I just wish they'd freely post their nutritional information.
(4)Simon C.
These bowls are incredible for breakfast or any time of the day really. I just like to have mine in the morning. I eat one of these and I'm ready to rock. Forget coffee, you wanna start the day off right and have energy to burn? Have a large "tropical" with sliced almonds instead of granola. It's pure magic!!
(5)Erica S.
I have been hearing about this place for months and I finally made it out there today. I was finally able to find something that is delicious after my workout and has so many of the nutrients I need for the day. I am highly recommending this place for everyone.
(5)Natalia C.
Love. Love. Love!! This place is awesome. I have tasted acai before but I didn't love it... but these bowls? They are deelish and so fresh tasting, likes a wonderful desert, yet healthy. I would recommend it to everyone, not just health nuts.
(5)Ingrid D.
Customer service is great, the smoothies and bowls are delicious, and it's a nice, cool atmosphere. My favorite acai bowls are "Go Green" and "Original". The food is healthy, yummy, and affordable! I recommend it to anyone, any age!
(5)Erin W.
Saw this place on living social and wanted to try it. I was pretty impressed. Thrive has a pretty diverse menu, with options of Acai bowls, smoothies, Acai pops, and a variety of optional add-ins (more protein etc) should you want them (although I'd argue that you don't need any add-ins, the defaults are more than enough!) Prices were pretty reasonable for what you get, and they offered a good variety of sizes. Since mine was dinner, I went for a medium, but should probably have gotten a large (it was THAT good). I was really excited by the fact that they make their own peanut butter, so I got the peanut butter bowl. It was similar to Jamba Juice's fruit toppers, but tasted much more natural and flavorful (probably because it was). I really liked that there was no added sugar and all ingredients were fresh and healthy. I also saw that there is an option to add oatmeal if you want, and I think it said it was free - I'll have to consider that next time. The owners were really nice, and explained everything to me. I assumed the chocolate bowls would be less healthy, but was quickly corrected. Apparently the chocolate bowls are made with protein powder, and thus much healthier than your normal chocolate bowl. ;) I'll have to come back for that one. All in all, I prefer Thrive to Jamba Juice, especially since I'm a big fan of health, local business, and unique food places. I'll definitely be back, and bring friends.
(4)Court S.
The best acai bowl I have ever eaten was at Protea Cafe in Hawaii. Of course, when you live in AZ... going to the Protea Cafe in HI is obviously not an option except for maybe once a year. Thrive is my local Protea Cafe. This place is great. The acai bowls are awesome and I love the different flavours they offer. Lets be honest, making your own acai bowl is not always ideal. All the ingredients you need make it expensive to make on your own and you'll land up not even enjoying it. Thrive offers great bowls at an even better price! If I could, I would eat here for lunch every. single. day. Just a fair warning... it will take a good 10 minutes for you to get your bowl, but well worth the wait! Plus I never mind when places take some time to make my meal because that means they're only making it when I order it! My mom is on her way right now to grab us some bowls. Try it... you won't be disappointed! :)
(5)Josh N.
Very good healthy food and friendly staff.
(5)Stephanie O.
Seriously so good! Love this place, nice interior with a little book nook and the smoothie bowls are awesome!
(5)Leslie N.
I Loved the chocolate peanut butter bowl I ate when visiting Thrive! They have a great selection of bowls, and other yummies to choose from. My kids (who are VERY picky) LOVE going here, and cant wait for the next visit! The Staff is very friendly, and very informative in regards to Thrives other services available...check them out :)
(5)Suki L.
one word: delicious!
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