Nekter Juice Bar
15425 N Scottsdale Rd,Ste 180, Scottsdale, AZ, 85254
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Address :
15425 N Scottsdale Rd,Ste 180
Scottsdale, AZ, 85254 - Phone (623) 500-6333
- Website https://www.nekterjuicebar.com/?utm_source=yelp&utm_medium=listings&utm_campaign=scottsdale%20zocallo
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Opening Hours
- Mon :7:00 am - 7:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Noise Level : Quiet
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : No
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Michael N.
Great product, very poor customer service.
(3)Jon B.
Outstanding. You can pick you own blend for less than five dollats. And they juice it fresh. No wonder the line is longer than chipolte. One of my favorite joints of all time.
(5)Arizona G.
Love this place! The staff is so friendly, very clean and the prices are not outrages like other juice bars. I am obsessed with the Toxin Flush. It's delicious!
(5)Michael N.
Great product, very poor customer service.
(3)Jon B.
Outstanding. You can pick you own blend for less than five dollats. And they juice it fresh. No wonder the line is longer than chipolte. One of my favorite joints of all time.
(5)Crista S.
There is just something about this location. The service sucks. The product is fine but the employees just bring you down. I more frequently visit the location on McDonald and I guess I have just been spoiled by the friendly upbeat staff there. Friday 12/26 I was picking up a couple of bowls for breakfast and I came in and the staff was busy juicing and making bowls with a few customers waiting. I walk up, patiently waiting looking over the menu, I'm in a great mood and having a great morning so far until the gal with the shaved sides, who took my order walked up. She walked up and I said "hi!" She gave me a dirty look and rudely responded with what did you say? I said.. I just said hi.. She says, "oh I though you said something." Uh ya, I was saying hi. It was uncomfortable and it put me off right away. I then proceeded to inconvenience her by giving her my order, 2 bowls off the menu and one juice. I legit felt uncomfortable ordering from her she was so rude. She did not tell me my total I read it off the register myself and she took my money, gave me my change and turned around and walked away. No thank you, it'll be right out, not a smile, nothing. I almost said, you know what.. Forget it. I wanted to be done with her attitude and it really put a damper on me for a minute. Like how can she be so rude and the one taking the orders? I was waiting for my order and noticed a sign about the punch cards are remembered I had one. She never brought that up at the register and at this point I didn't want to talk to her again so I left punchless. Every time I've been here the employees have been less than friendly. Looks like I'll stick to the McDonald location.
(1)J D.
I've only had juice here (no bowls). The juice was very tasty, and I love that it can be served over ice (def not an option on the east coast). The juice was well priced. The girl taking the orders just kept staring at my sneakers. Could have used a bit more in the 'pulse' department. But what do I care, I liked my juice. RIGHT?
(4)Crazy 4 T.
I'm addicted to this place! I only get juice and it's always great. I've heard the bowls are great too. Love the vibe inside and that it smells so fresh when you walk in. I feel the pricing is fair because juices are much more costly in places just up the road. My only criticism is that sometimes it takes a while for the juice to be made. If you're in a rush, just grab one pre-made from the case.
(4)Zane P.
never been here before, so I stopped by after lunch for a smoothie and it was amazing. the girl on the register helped me out after I told her I have never been here before. if you like a good, all natural smoothie or juice, hit this place up. super delicious!
(5)Alex P.
First visit here and really like the atmosphere and the set up. The menu options are good. My only thing is that I really wish they were organic. I asked why they aren't and they said to keep prices down. It doesn't make sense to me at the prices they are charging. They should be able to use local and organic and still make a profit. I would even pay a little more for organic options. I was prepared to do the week cleanse too! Unfortunately I will not be returning here, not until the have non GMO, organic fruits and veggies. If they used local that would be a bonus! The entire reason of eating while fruits and veggies is to eliminate all the toxins!
(2)Dave K.
Quick service. Nice employees. A little bit expensive. But if you want a healthy smoothie this is the place to go.
(4)Jason Q.
So the dirty old men I work with like to tell me they go here for the yoga pants. I have to say that I've seen many yoga pants in here, but I guess I'm not old enough to have that low of standards. Mostly soccer moms with nothing else to do but put on workout clothes and go shopping as if that was the workout they dressed up for. And there were a lot of 60lb teenage girls who think they're fat. Lol... that's Scottsdale for you. Now, the juices and smoothies and whatever else they serve... delicious. My wife craves these things and so do I. We'll actually probably go here right now... Oh, and I don't know how they do it, but all of their juices/smoothies have ridiculously bright and neon like colors. It's crazy, my Jamba Juice never looked this cool! Just a weird observation both my wife and I had.
(5)Lia S.
I had been wanting to check out Nektar for awhile and am glad I did! The staff was friendly and prompt and made recommendations when asked. I went with the Banana/Berry Acai Bowl and it was delicious! It is essentially a THICK Smoothie in a Bowl topped with Banana, Berries, and Oats/Grains. I though it was a delicious and healthy post-workout snack and it was filling. I would absolutely return to Nektar and can't wait to try some of their other Smoothies and Bowls!
(5)Tabitha T.
Visited one day this week at lunch time. The wait for my juice was reasonable- maybe 5-10 minutes. The service was prompt and professional. I liked the little tables they had and waited there for my order. The juice itself tasted good, if not just a tad sweeter than I would consider perfect. It was called "Toxin Flush" or something like that. It was a blend of parsley, apple, ginger and maybe one other thing I've forgotten. It was just a little vegetable-y and a little spicy from the ginger. They gave me a choice of having it on ice or not (no ice!). The menu looks to be limited to the pre-designed selections. I don't think you can create your own combination. The price was lower than many other juice places and the location is convenient. Even though the huge parking lot is often completely full at lunch time, I found a spot right in front of the store the day I went. I will definitely visit Nekter again and try one of the other juice offerings.
(4)Angela R.
Everything I've had on the menu has been really good , quite addicting , especially when you work 1 minute away ! Everything is fresh , clean establishment ...the wait for your order can be long at times so I've learned to order and pay on line , then it's ready when I get there . It would also be nice if they had a loyalty punch card for frequent customers .
(4)Rebecca F.
The Acai Banana Berry Bowl is good, fresh, reasonably priced, and SO filling! I went for a quick breakfast during a weekend in Phoenix and was pleasantly surprised. The store itself is easy to pass by since it's wedged into a plaza, but it's worth the go. Inside is clean and and bright, and service is pretty efficient. I also tried the Pink Flamingo smoothie, which is pretty good as well. Very fruity and berry-y. Almosttt a little over-the-top sweet, but still filling and delicious like the bowls.
(4)jill c.
So disappointed in the lack of service. Do not go to this place. Ordered a cleanse and prepared for it, drove 20 minutes for them to tell me they never checked their email and ran out till Wednesday. Horrible customer service!!!
(1)LA D.
I can't think of anything to say that's bad about this place. Either I have great timing and never wait behind more than 3 people or they just aren't that busy. The smoothie selection is amazing ive tried them ALL not joking! There isn't one I didn't like which makes it super hard when I go in to pick one. The acai bowls are amazing. Tip grab a nekter reusable cup them give you a lil extra amount in the cup when you order the medium size!
(5)Melissa B.
Just picked up my go to, mid-morning drink "the Greenie." Everyone was so nice and my drink was amazing!
(5)Nina P.
Very good. I normally don't drink juice, but this stuff is great. Yes, the wait can be a hassle at time, but it is worth it. Get the Toxic Flush. It's sweet but not overwhelming sweet. Good prices too.
(5)Jimmy P.
Great lunch for a hot day. Got the acai banana berry bowl with spinach and kale blended in. A little pricey for non organic and kinda skimpy on the berries, but otherwise great. Solid 3.5 stars.
(4)Kate D.
I like the pillows in the booths. I dislike the length of time it takes to get a shot of wheatgrass. The juices and smoothies taste amazing and fresh. The prices are ridiculously high. Clean, great decor, aesthetically pleasing. No patio or outdoor seating.
(4)Lavinia C.
My dad stopped by Nekter yesterday on his way to work to get his normal morning jolt of veggie goodness, however, it was not as he expected. Not sure who made his "The Greenie" but it was terrible. Now I realize "The Greenie" contains parsley, spinach, kale, celery, cucumber, lemon and apple -- and you would think that it would taste like a garden or like a liquid salad, right? Wrong!!! It was disgusting. Here's my theory on what happened... Whoever made it didn't make enough to fill up the cup to the top so they MacGyver'd it and added lemon water to make up the difference. I tried it and couldn't taste ANY of the veggies in it to save my life, all I could taste was watered down lemon water, with a hint of greens. When paying $7.50 for a green juice, I would expect it to have just that... GREEN juice, not watered down lemon water. I may give Nekter another shot, but I'm on the "3 strikes, you're out" policy... So, you have two more tries.
(1)Patrick H.
The Chocolate Dream is my favorite smoothie at Nektar. Their prices are very reasonable. Be prepared to wait awhile though. It also gets really loud with all the blenders going.
(3)Kelly G.
This is my go to juice bar. Although I love Whole Foods, the price here is a lot better deal. I wish Nekter had a few more options for their juices, but otherwise a solid juice bar with a really nice product.
(4)Britt C.
I had visited Nekter two other times this week, once in the afternoon and yesterday morning. I went for a third time this morning because their juice is quite good, and also reasonably priced compared to competitors. After telling my friend about this place, she asked me if I had a punch card with them, it's a pretty good deal: spend $25 and get a free 16oz juice. However this was never offered to me, and I didn't know about it until after I had purchased a few juices. The reason for the 1 star review is because I walked in this morning before work, and there were two staff members at the register. One staff member was showing the other how to do something on the register, not a problem, I understood this and I'm pretty forgiving, but I was standing there two feet away from them waiting and it was as if I was invisible. I waited some more..........no "Hello," no "We'll be right with you,".........no acknowledgment at all. Feeling super awkward and unsure of how long I was going to be ignored for, I turned around, left the store and went to Juby True across the street. I totally understand the need to train someone to do their job, but I think it's common courtesy to at least acknowledge your customers. I'm pretty sure I will not be returning here, as their customer service was non existent this morning.
(1)Pete T.
So this is my 3rd post? Nektar had full turn around in the staff and now they are running much better. The juices are fantastic and the service is extensive improved.
(5)Ebony K.
What is there to say. It is a great juice bar albeit slightly expensive but worth it. I have tried three of their for Acai Bowls and my favorite is still the PB bowl. The chocolate dream smoothie is delicious (although the high in calories as is the PB Bowl) and the greenie juice is refreshing. All in all, when I am not hungry but want something, I always come here and it always satisfies whatever I may be craving (even if I am not really sure myself)
(4)Mindy P.
I ordered the Detox Flush--very good! I waited for 20 minutes and then when I asked about the status of my order, I was told by the employee at the register, "Just got here, I don't know". Eventually got the drink, 25 minutes after ordering. Crazy for a 24 ounce juice.
(3)Sophia W.
Ever since I moved back to AZ from CA I couldn't find a place with decent acai bowls. So you can imagine my excitement after 5 years of searching when I came across this slice of heaven! Best ones yet! Haven't tried the smoothies/juices because I'm such a fan of the bowls but I'm sure they are just as tasty.
(5)Sam D.
Really yummy smoothies and acai bowls, and healthy. Large portions for the price, health food is always pricey so comparatively it's not bad. If you go here though, expect to wait in line for five minutes to order then another 15 to get your order, if it's a quiet day. Friendly staff but they do not have enough people working and enough machines to fulfill the orders they take.
(4)Sam C.
I've only been here once so far, but definitely plan on returning. I went on an early Sunday morning and prepared for a wait based on other reviews. There were about 5 people who ordered ahead of me. It took a solid 15-20 minutes to get my order (pb bowl and the buzz). The two people working were moving fast, but it just seemed like the lack of staff was the contributing factor in the time. I could see how it would be frustrating if I was crunched for time or didn't go in mentally prepared. Now on to the food.... I really enjoyed the food. The PB bowl is a MUST. It was like eating ice cream for breakfast, but provided enough sustainable energy to do a long bike ride. I had 3 juices in total and all of them I felt tasted fresh and has perfect combination of flavor. I've tried several juice places in Phoenix and I would say this one blows the others out of the water both in quality and flavor. Also the cost is comparable if not better. I'll definitely be back to this location for more!
(5)Michael L.
I almost gave it 3 stars because the pink flamingo smoothie was tasty, but overall it was a 2 star experience. There was poor customer service and I didn't feel any good vibes at all. They never acknowledged me or greeted me. They were not friendly. Next stop: the chopshop!
(2)Chris L.
I enjoy it here. Great prices for what you get and the product is fantastic every time. Try the PB balls, love them !
(4)Leah B.
Visiting from Omaha, Nebraska and wanted to start the day with something healthy. Had "the greenie" juice and it was delicious!!! Loved the atmosphere and the customer service was awesome. Thank you, I will be back later :)
(5)Kay N.
I went to Nekter for the first time a couple weeks ago. With my office just down to street and living in Scottsdale basically my whole life, I drive right by Nekter every single day. I had been hearing really good things about their smoothies and acai bowls from a couple friends and a girl I work with who frequents Nekter weekly. So, on my lunch break, I decided I would go ahead and try one of the acai bowls. I got one bowl for myself and one for a co-worker. I went in around 2 or 3 pm, so later in the afternoon. As soon as I walked in, I saw a line of about 5 people in front of me. The line went fairly quick, however, being my first time there, I had never seen the menu before and so I had no idea what I wanted to order. So when I got to the front of the line, I just ordered the first thing that sounded good, as the guy taking orders looked annoyed that I didn't know what I wanted... I guess they just assume that everyone who comes in has been there before... They only have 3 or 4 options for acai bowls, which I found very strange, considering besides the juice, that's really the only thing on the menu that is actual food, so only having a few options was upsetting. After ordering my 2 bowls, I waited a good 10-15 minutes to get my order. I worked in the food service industry for many years, so I understand what it takes to make food, but I felt like 15 minutes for a bowl with fruit and granola, seemed like a long time to me. It takes about the same amount of time to sit down at a restaurant and order a meal and get served. After they finally called my name, I went to go pick up my bowls and they were just sitting on the counter with no lid, no bag, nothing... I had to take these with me in the car and they weren't in any type of to-go container or bagged up or anything. I though this was very weird considering I am one person and I ordered two bowls... I am clearly not about to sit down and binge on two acai bowls! I noticed the lady who ordered after me not only got hers first, but they made her order to-go. Why was mine not bagged up then? When I asked one of the employees if I could have mine to-go, she informed me that there were lids behind the counter in a shelf on the other side of where I was standing! Sooooo, basically this employee who's job is to make food for people, for here and for to-go, expects a customer to do their job for them? Why the hell should I have to go behind your counter and take a bag and to-go containers from the employee area next to the cash register? In addition, I tipped them when I paid so I found it highly unsettling when she made me box up my own food like that and go behind their counter. It just really annoyed me, not even so much what it was about, just the way that the girl behind the counter was rude and snarky like that. In addition, the bowls are way too big. I wish they offered a smaller size bowl. I ate less than half of my bowl and paid $8.00 for it. They should offer a smaller bowl for like $4-$5 for people who can't eat that big of a bowl, although, it was very good! I will probably go back eventually because their bowls are very good, but the customer service is very bad as well as the 15 minute wait for something that is essentially a fruit and granola parfait. I would also go more often if they offered a smaller size bowl for a cheaper price. Not everyone can eat 20 plus ounces of that stuff. They should also consider adding a couple more bowls to the menu in order to give customers more options. The bowl that I ordered was the only one that looked good to me, so basically every time I will go, I will just have to order the same thing! Ultimately, I don't really wanna pay almost 10 bucks for a bowl I can't finish and will have to bag up myself!
(2)Cherry C.
1st time here! They would have received 5 stars BUT....the young man on the register was really nice, the lady B4 me was called 4 her order and a few minutes after I went 2 the counter to get the wifi info (that didn't show up in my iPhone) then that's when I noticed MY order just sitting there. The guy from the back DID NOT call my name. So what if I never got up? He claimed he wasn't the one to bring it out...looks like that's your job 4 the day. Anyway things happen maybe it was a "little" mistake who knows. I'm going to still have a "Fabulous" day! I had the Acai Banana Berry Bowl it was good but would have been better if that experience did NOT happen. You know I'm NOT going to 4get it. The bad thing about it is that this location is 5 min. from my home. I'm BIG on customer service- I have to deliver the best everyday to my clients and I expect the same. Anyway NO 5 Stars due to that happening to me today.
(4)Alyssa S.
Great experience & seems the kinks have been worked out! The greenie PB acai bowl is to die for!!
(5)Elizabeth T.
Good, a little slow. Somewhat pricey but good for when you don't have time to juice at home.
(4)E K.
Went in and got an amazing juice and had great customer service. The Asian girl was extremely helpful and answered questions I had about the cleanse. If you're looking for a juice cleanse this place is the least expensive and they have grab and go bags fresh pressed daily that contain the 6 juices you need. If you need a cleanse on a whim and don't want to wait or pre order just stop in and get their blue bag to go. The acai bowls looked amazing and their smoothies did too. I'll be back soon!! Only sucky thing is they don't have a land line phone. The company routes all calls through Corporate. Weird and not convenient
(5)Danielle R.
service is a little slow but the it is so worth the wait! the pitaya bowl is as good as it looks, it's bright pink and filled with amazing ingredients! it made me feel so full and satisfied after. also, Jenny is the nicest employee there! :-)
(5)Morgan G.
Their place is always clean! You get the swift scent of healthiness as soon as you walk in. Their acai bowls are great. I'm not so big on the juices (I cant be THAT healthy), but their smoothies are my jam. Always a great substitute to a lunch when you don't have time/are dieting.
(5)Hillary G.
Walked into this plsce felt very cozy. The staff was very knowledgeable of products and what's good to eat. They offer a Cleanse where all u do is drink the six bottles throughout the day, and u don't eat. U can have raw almonds. The one thing I noticed about the ingredients was they are fresh fruits and veggies. (Kale, ginger, spinach, coconut) etc. ...... for the six bottles of the Cleanse it's 48 dollars.
(5)Christine M.
Amazing yummy juices!!! Love stopping by for a super healthy snack. However because they force you to use a horrible loyalty app and poor customer service I only will only rate them at 3 stars. Sometimes I feel like they are bothered I am here ordering a drink.
(3)Hugh C.
Nice place. Everything looks clean and fresh. A little hard to fine but it is sandwiched between Jimmy John's and five guys burgers. A little bit of a wait but worth it for healthy options. The fresh juices and bowls are priced reasonably. Be sure to ask for 'light ice' they got a little heavy handed with it on the drinks I ordered.
(4)Demitrie K.
I was in yesterday and ordered a bowl and asked for strawberries one top. was told it was an uncharged (not a big deal) but when I got my bowl I left and when I looked at it in the car I only got one strawberry for a dollar! I was charged a dollar for one strawberry, I'm sorry but that's unacceptable in my opinion.. if you are going to charge me a dollar for extra fruit it better be more then one strawberry.. needless to say I will not be asking for "extra fruit" again on my bowl because it's not worth it.. very disappointed.
(1)Tena H.
It is so tempting to go here because there are not too many choices for fresh presses juices. Their juices are fresh pressed, however, I would only go if I have a good 20-30 minutes to wait for a juice. The staff spends too much time chatting with each other with. I sense of urgency to do their jobs. Service is soooooooo bad.
(1)Brett B.
I've become a big Nektar fan - and so far I think Nektar is seriously the best of the healthy juice bars in Phoenix right now. My path to Nektar juice bliss was a bit of a roundabout. I started as a fan of another fairly new juice operation in the area - Grabbagreen. I got addicted to the fresh juices at Grabba and visited then 3-5 times weekly for many months now. But then Grabbagreen started to strike me as Grabba-Greedy (you can read my review there as well). Nekter is the new juice & Acai bowl star in town, and they deserve your business. #1 is the quality of the juices and prices here are superb. MUCH lower prices for fresh juices than GrabbaGreen or Whole Foods (and a little more than Sprouts, which now has a $3.99 juice operation at some locations). They have a great menu of fresh juices and smoothie drinks as well. My favorite is the "Date Nut" consisting of a yummy blend of cashew nut milk, dates, banana, nutmeg and blended with ice. The nutmeg add a really interesting flavor note, and the cashew milk is a creamy dream! As others have said, the place is nice and clean inside - spotless and modern. Yes the service can be a tad slow at busier times, but since everything is made fresh to order I don't mind waiting 10 min for some drinkable deliciousness. My oldest daughter introduced me to the Acai Bowls here and they are AMAZING. So far I've tried the Açaà Banana Berry - with AçaÃ, banana, cashew nut milk, berries and hempseed granola and topped with bananas and berries. This is really like a meal or dessert in itself. The juices here are fresh and consistent. I would highly recommend Nekter for anyone looking to get a healthy treat - I love this place.
(5)Jenn T.
two thumbs up to the acai banana berry bowl! loved the atmosphere of this juice bar. I also tried the glow which was one of the juices featured. the celery in the juice was the dominate flavor so if you don't like celery I wouldn't recommend getting it. As for customer service... well could be a lot better, when I ordered my drink the girl had some attitude. Not hearing my order the first time because the blenders were loud she responded bluntly with "WHAT?" definitely not an appropriate way you talk to customers. I will be back for the acai bowl but hopefully I will have better service next time.
(3)Nora K.
This place is pretty good, but it's nothing extraordinary and nothing you can't make yourself at home. I've been to both Scottsdale locations multiple times, ordered different things, and fair warning: don't go to either if you're in a big hurry because they are SLOOWW! They make everything fresh but should have more people or equipment to compensate for the time it takes. I've never seen more than 3 people at a time. They also have a punch card but don't tell you, which I find strange. It's by the register and they're happy to give it to you if you see it and ask, but don't expect them to ask you if you want one. I've only been asked if I have one once out of more than 10 trips.
(3)Daniel V.
OMG the açai bowls are the absolute best! The juices have a wide variety for different needs, and the smoothies look really tastey! Keep it up Nektar!
(5)Lauren K.
Having been to Brazil I got spoiled by the real deal. Awhile back I tried Grabba Greens acai bowl and it was totally gross but I looove the acai bowls at Nektar! These guys are legit and the bowls are massive too! They always tend to take forever when I visit but I can understand that seeing how they're using raw ingredients. I think it's worth the wait.
(4)Kimberly S.
Get ready to wait forever for a drink here. So ridiculous. The staff doesn't prioritize or make drinks in the order that they were ordered. I came in before work and waited almost 30 minutes for my drink. I was so close to walking out!!
(1)Tim G.
Great place. Only thing I wish that could be done is order an organic juice or smoothy. You can order your cleanse as organic. Some reviews have people complaining about the ready to go juices as having short expiration dates. Keep in mind these are done fresh and nothing added to them. They are not meant to have a long shelf life. A great option and great acai bowls also.
(4)Michaella M.
I am officially addicted to this place! I normally don't like kale but the popeye acai smoothie is amazing. It's delicious and it fills me up. The people who work here are really nice and the drinks come out pretty fast.
(5)M W.
I am a huge Nekter fan. I go here every morning and switch up my orders all the time because everything on the menu is amazing. Great customer service as well.
(5)Cinamon M.
Love this place ...Great... But be ready to wait around for the staff to finish their gossip session to get to your order. 15 min wait for juice is a little ridiculous, and no it wasn't during a rush.... Only few customer and I was the first of them in line with only 2 people in front of me waiting for beverages. Make sure you have plenty of time if you come here. Good thing it's my day off!
(3)Stefani F.
Delicious! One of my favorite spots. Just make sure you go with enough time to spare cause there's always a line and they aren't the quickest... Be prepared for a wait. Also they should pre cut the fruit and veggies in the cups like Chopshop does. Much quicker.
(4)John C.
When you walk in the place, just the smell makes you fell healthy. I have had the acai bowls and several juices, all were great. The atmosphere is laid back and well decorated.
(5)Millie R.
They actually have a great concept and good menu! However, they staff is less than impressive. Drinks take Foreverrrrr! I've been in about 5times thinking it would be better but always the same slow service. Not because of the drinks being fresh but lack of employee training and staff. The Shea location is a little better.
(1)Emmy M.
I was planning on going to Kaleidoscope juice for my first juice cleanse, but saw the advertisement for the $39/day cleanse at Nekter during a trip to Jimmy Johns. I went in to ask some questions and I was helped by a very nice girl who said the deal ended on Saturday 2/15/14. On Friday, I saw via Facebook that the deal was extended to Sunday 2/16 and convinced my husband and a friend to do the cleanse with me on Sunday. Today (Saturday) I went in to purchase 2 one day cleanses. Initially, as I walk in, I see several people waiting for their drinks and food, and I am waiting at an empty register while 3 people are in the back working on orders. After about a minute, one of the girls who seems very busy and stressed says she will be right with me. No biggie, I'm not in a rush. When she gets back to the register, I order 2 one day cleanses and the stressed out girl comes off as a little rude. She says, "well the deal ends today, so are you going to do the cleanses today?" In my head I thought, on Facebook it says it ends Sunday, and why would I have to do the cleanse today when the juices are good for a couple days? I didn't quite get it, and I didn't think she was very friendly so I just said "yes". When I got home, I showed my husband the juices and we planned on starting the cleanse the following day. On the label of the juices, it says to consume the juice within 5 days of purchase, but as we inspect the bottles, half of the bottles have an expiration date of 5 days from today (2/20/14) and half have an expiration date of TODAY (2/15/14). Because we are concerned about getting sick from these juices, we decided to do the cleanse today even though we were not quite ready. I give 2 stars because my first impression was not a good one, but I am willing to go back and try the smoothies because they are cheaper than other juice bars in the area. BUT I will not recommend this place to anyone unless my next experience is a good one. My suggestion to Nekter is to make sure they have enough people working on a Saturday so that the workers are not stressed and can be friendly at all times. I also suggest that they are consistent with the deals/advertisements they have on social media, and to make sure they're not giving old juices while telling people they can start the cleanse a few days after purchasing it. __________________________________________________Â_____________ *******UPDATE: My husband posted on Nekter's facebook about the bottles having different expiration dates and they said "we apologize as all bottles should expire the same day - we would be glad to give you new bottles to compliment the others. thank you!" SO my husband goes to exchange the expired bottles, the girl he talked to did not want to help him and said that the cleanse is supposed to be completed the day of purchase (although their website says different) and that is why the bottles expired that same day. He tells her that he was told that all of the bottles should have the same expiration date and she says "well you must have spoken to someone in California because we do things differently in Arizona". Really?! After going back and forth, she finally gives in. I would have given them an extra star for fixing the problem right away, but it was such a frustrating experience, that I've decided to take one off. We will not be returning. P.S. Tim G. I'm not complaining about a short shelf life. Read my review and do your research ;) thanks!
(1)Rich G.
Not too bad. I enjoyed the atmosphere and setup. Tried a few things. Highly recommend the toxin cleanse with ice. Hope this place stays around for a while.
(4)Malissa R.
I give this 2 stars strictly for how good the juices, smoothies and acai bowls are. However, as far as customer service this place gets zero stars from me. It is extremely expensive for the quality of service you receive here. Now, I gave them several chances before I chose to write a review to see if they were perhaps just having an "off" day but improvement never happened. The 2 instances that stick out the most happened on 2 consecutive days. I went here with a friend to enjoy acai bowls, my friend has celiac therefor cannot have the regular oats on top. Well considering this was not a new thing to her, as normal, she specifies she needs gluten free oats on top. Long story short we watched them use the regular oats. When she notified them of there mistake, the woman very rudely said "you're just going to have to wait a minute" and went on to help other customers before addressing the issue. They re- made her bowl however all the sudden the 7$ of what she paid for ( a full bowl) now looked like less that half that. Now I understand this place is still pretty new to the Arizona market however the quality of service they are offering in the Scottsdale area is by far the WORST I have received at any place of business. If they can get their act together and learn how to treat their customers and speed up the process (considering it never took less than 15 minutes from the time I ordered until I actually got my order) I might consider a future review. Until then I would say to anyone going here, Make sure you have at least 45 mins to spare even if it is just a juice you are ordering, and make sure you pack your patience that day for some of the rudest people you will encounter!
(2)L K.
This location is way too slow in service. Also they skimp on the fruit in the fruit bowls!!! I took my family here to have them experience the great fruit bowls but that was a fail. The blended fruit in the bowls were melted by the time they got the orders ready. and they forgot the wheat grass shot, i had to remind & wait some more... The location near Scottsdale rd & Lincoln is way better.
(2)Christopher A.
This place is my Families new favorite spot. Everything is so good and healthy for you. We spent a few hours here this weekend and plan to again this weekend!!!!
(5)Abby N.
Went in here to try my very first acai bowl! There was no one in line (around 5pm) but a few people that seemed like they were waiting for their orders in the store. The staff was incredibly friendly when I ordered! I waited there about 10 minutes for my bowl that was delicious! I would definitely come here again, but it wish it was a bit quicker!
(4)Jordan S.
I've had Nekter juice at different locations and it really is quite good. This particular location receives a one star rating for the service. I went to this location at 12:45, a prime time for a lunch rush, there was one employee at the register. I waited in line for ten minutes before I left with no juice. During my 10 minutes in the store, only 3 people placed orders at the register and only 2 orders were served. Overall a very frustrating experience considering I had to return to work with an empty stomach. Put some employees at the register during obvious rush hours and my review will probably be a 4-5 star rating.
(1)Iggy Z.
I visited this juice bar on a day that was considerably busy. They recently opened and it was lunchtime. Service is relatively quick, they got the juice out in about five minutes or so. The staff was helpful and informative. I thought the juice cleanses tasted great. Would recommend this place!
(5)Rachael C.
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(1)Adriana D.
Stopped in while I was running errands on this side of the valley...Nice staff, great juice. Too bad I don't live closer!
(5)Ginny M.
Love love the product. But the horrible experience with the staff one afternoon ruined it for me. My friend and I had stopped in for drinks the wait was long which is understandable, but the immaturity of the staff went beyond normal high school kids working a part time job. After waiting for our drinks while watching the boy, who was supposed to be making one of them goof off ..walking around..in the back room.. Around the register..we finally got one drink, we ask for the 2nd and were told we didn't have another I had to show my receipt, then told they were out of an ingredient for the drink. Even though they were making the very same drink for another customer. I got my money back from a now apologetic employee. The boy behind the counter then started to argue and act belligerent towards my friend and dropped the F bomb. She called the DM, who a couple weeks later sent her a gift card. I'm not one to write reviews if something bad happens I move on but the one and only time my friend returned there the boy that swore at her was still working there . I will say that I have saved money over the last few months since that happened by buying my own juicer.
(1)Kimberly S.
Really tasty, reasonably priced but.....SO SLOW! I completely understand the juicing process as I make them at home. I know how long they take to make and appreciate that. However, what I can do in my kitchen should not equate to what goes on in a restaurant. They only have 2 juicers. You will wait 10 minutes if there is no line...I've waited 30 mins before for my juice...so don't come here if you have somewhere to be. I do have to stay standing around watching peoples' faces while they are anticipating their name being called is quite entertaining. While the product is good, their productivity is poor. Juice bars are popping up all over the place...if these guys don't figure out a faster system to accommodate high volume, they will lose business quickly.
(3)Emily J.
I love their smoothies and bowls so I thought I would try one of their juice cleanses. After 1 day I decided there was no way I could do 2 more. The girl who worked their gladly returned all of my juice and gave me my money back with out any hassle. While I won't be going back for anymore juices I will definitely return for an acai bowl and excellent customer service.
(5)Rebecca F.
The Acai Banana Berry Bowl is good, fresh, reasonably priced, and SO filling! I went for a quick breakfast during a weekend in Phoenix and was pleasantly surprised. The store itself is easy to pass by since it's wedged into a plaza, but it's worth the go. Inside is clean and and bright, and service is pretty efficient. I also tried the Pink Flamingo smoothie, which is pretty good as well. Very fruity and berry-y. Almosttt a little over-the-top sweet, but still filling and delicious like the bowls.
(4)Lavinia C.
My dad stopped by Nekter yesterday on his way to work to get his normal morning jolt of veggie goodness, however, it was not as he expected. Not sure who made his "The Greenie" but it was terrible. Now I realize "The Greenie" contains parsley, spinach, kale, celery, cucumber, lemon and apple -- and you would think that it would taste like a garden or like a liquid salad, right? Wrong!!! It was disgusting. Here's my theory on what happened... Whoever made it didn't make enough to fill up the cup to the top so they MacGyver'd it and added lemon water to make up the difference. I tried it and couldn't taste ANY of the veggies in it to save my life, all I could taste was watered down lemon water, with a hint of greens. When paying $7.50 for a green juice, I would expect it to have just that... GREEN juice, not watered down lemon water. I may give Nekter another shot, but I'm on the "3 strikes, you're out" policy... So, you have two more tries.
(1)Sam D.
Really yummy smoothies and acai bowls, and healthy. Large portions for the price, health food is always pricey so comparatively it's not bad. If you go here though, expect to wait in line for five minutes to order then another 15 to get your order, if it's a quiet day. Friendly staff but they do not have enough people working and enough machines to fulfill the orders they take.
(4)Britt C.
I had visited Nekter two other times this week, once in the afternoon and yesterday morning. I went for a third time this morning because their juice is quite good, and also reasonably priced compared to competitors. After telling my friend about this place, she asked me if I had a punch card with them, it's a pretty good deal: spend $25 and get a free 16oz juice. However this was never offered to me, and I didn't know about it until after I had purchased a few juices. The reason for the 1 star review is because I walked in this morning before work, and there were two staff members at the register. One staff member was showing the other how to do something on the register, not a problem, I understood this and I'm pretty forgiving, but I was standing there two feet away from them waiting and it was as if I was invisible. I waited some more..........no "Hello," no "We'll be right with you,".........no acknowledgment at all. Feeling super awkward and unsure of how long I was going to be ignored for, I turned around, left the store and went to Juby True across the street. I totally understand the need to train someone to do their job, but I think it's common courtesy to at least acknowledge your customers. I'm pretty sure I will not be returning here, as their customer service was non existent this morning.
(1)Pete T.
So this is my 3rd post? Nektar had full turn around in the staff and now they are running much better. The juices are fantastic and the service is extensive improved.
(5)Patrick H.
The Chocolate Dream is my favorite smoothie at Nektar. Their prices are very reasonable. Be prepared to wait awhile though. It also gets really loud with all the blenders going.
(3)Kelly G.
This is my go to juice bar. Although I love Whole Foods, the price here is a lot better deal. I wish Nekter had a few more options for their juices, but otherwise a solid juice bar with a really nice product.
(4)Ebony K.
What is there to say. It is a great juice bar albeit slightly expensive but worth it. I have tried three of their for Acai Bowls and my favorite is still the PB bowl. The chocolate dream smoothie is delicious (although the high in calories as is the PB Bowl) and the greenie juice is refreshing. All in all, when I am not hungry but want something, I always come here and it always satisfies whatever I may be craving (even if I am not really sure myself)
(4)Mindy P.
I ordered the Detox Flush--very good! I waited for 20 minutes and then when I asked about the status of my order, I was told by the employee at the register, "Just got here, I don't know". Eventually got the drink, 25 minutes after ordering. Crazy for a 24 ounce juice.
(3)Sophia W.
Ever since I moved back to AZ from CA I couldn't find a place with decent acai bowls. So you can imagine my excitement after 5 years of searching when I came across this slice of heaven! Best ones yet! Haven't tried the smoothies/juices because I'm such a fan of the bowls but I'm sure they are just as tasty.
(5)Kay N.
I went to Nekter for the first time a couple weeks ago. With my office just down to street and living in Scottsdale basically my whole life, I drive right by Nekter every single day. I had been hearing really good things about their smoothies and acai bowls from a couple friends and a girl I work with who frequents Nekter weekly. So, on my lunch break, I decided I would go ahead and try one of the acai bowls. I got one bowl for myself and one for a co-worker. I went in around 2 or 3 pm, so later in the afternoon. As soon as I walked in, I saw a line of about 5 people in front of me. The line went fairly quick, however, being my first time there, I had never seen the menu before and so I had no idea what I wanted to order. So when I got to the front of the line, I just ordered the first thing that sounded good, as the guy taking orders looked annoyed that I didn't know what I wanted... I guess they just assume that everyone who comes in has been there before... They only have 3 or 4 options for acai bowls, which I found very strange, considering besides the juice, that's really the only thing on the menu that is actual food, so only having a few options was upsetting. After ordering my 2 bowls, I waited a good 10-15 minutes to get my order. I worked in the food service industry for many years, so I understand what it takes to make food, but I felt like 15 minutes for a bowl with fruit and granola, seemed like a long time to me. It takes about the same amount of time to sit down at a restaurant and order a meal and get served. After they finally called my name, I went to go pick up my bowls and they were just sitting on the counter with no lid, no bag, nothing... I had to take these with me in the car and they weren't in any type of to-go container or bagged up or anything. I though this was very weird considering I am one person and I ordered two bowls... I am clearly not about to sit down and binge on two acai bowls! I noticed the lady who ordered after me not only got hers first, but they made her order to-go. Why was mine not bagged up then? When I asked one of the employees if I could have mine to-go, she informed me that there were lids behind the counter in a shelf on the other side of where I was standing! Sooooo, basically this employee who's job is to make food for people, for here and for to-go, expects a customer to do their job for them? Why the hell should I have to go behind your counter and take a bag and to-go containers from the employee area next to the cash register? In addition, I tipped them when I paid so I found it highly unsettling when she made me box up my own food like that and go behind their counter. It just really annoyed me, not even so much what it was about, just the way that the girl behind the counter was rude and snarky like that. In addition, the bowls are way too big. I wish they offered a smaller size bowl. I ate less than half of my bowl and paid $8.00 for it. They should offer a smaller bowl for like $4-$5 for people who can't eat that big of a bowl, although, it was very good! I will probably go back eventually because their bowls are very good, but the customer service is very bad as well as the 15 minute wait for something that is essentially a fruit and granola parfait. I would also go more often if they offered a smaller size bowl for a cheaper price. Not everyone can eat 20 plus ounces of that stuff. They should also consider adding a couple more bowls to the menu in order to give customers more options. The bowl that I ordered was the only one that looked good to me, so basically every time I will go, I will just have to order the same thing! Ultimately, I don't really wanna pay almost 10 bucks for a bowl I can't finish and will have to bag up myself!
(2)Sam C.
I've only been here once so far, but definitely plan on returning. I went on an early Sunday morning and prepared for a wait based on other reviews. There were about 5 people who ordered ahead of me. It took a solid 15-20 minutes to get my order (pb bowl and the buzz). The two people working were moving fast, but it just seemed like the lack of staff was the contributing factor in the time. I could see how it would be frustrating if I was crunched for time or didn't go in mentally prepared. Now on to the food.... I really enjoyed the food. The PB bowl is a MUST. It was like eating ice cream for breakfast, but provided enough sustainable energy to do a long bike ride. I had 3 juices in total and all of them I felt tasted fresh and has perfect combination of flavor. I've tried several juice places in Phoenix and I would say this one blows the others out of the water both in quality and flavor. Also the cost is comparable if not better. I'll definitely be back to this location for more!
(5)Michael L.
I almost gave it 3 stars because the pink flamingo smoothie was tasty, but overall it was a 2 star experience. There was poor customer service and I didn't feel any good vibes at all. They never acknowledged me or greeted me. They were not friendly. Next stop: the chopshop!
(2)Chris L.
I enjoy it here. Great prices for what you get and the product is fantastic every time. Try the PB balls, love them !
(4)Leah B.
Visiting from Omaha, Nebraska and wanted to start the day with something healthy. Had "the greenie" juice and it was delicious!!! Loved the atmosphere and the customer service was awesome. Thank you, I will be back later :)
(5)Cherry C.
1st time here! They would have received 5 stars BUT....the young man on the register was really nice, the lady B4 me was called 4 her order and a few minutes after I went 2 the counter to get the wifi info (that didn't show up in my iPhone) then that's when I noticed MY order just sitting there. The guy from the back DID NOT call my name. So what if I never got up? He claimed he wasn't the one to bring it out...looks like that's your job 4 the day. Anyway things happen maybe it was a "little" mistake who knows. I'm going to still have a "Fabulous" day! I had the Acai Banana Berry Bowl it was good but would have been better if that experience did NOT happen. You know I'm NOT going to 4get it. The bad thing about it is that this location is 5 min. from my home. I'm BIG on customer service- I have to deliver the best everyday to my clients and I expect the same. Anyway NO 5 Stars due to that happening to me today.
(4)Alyssa S.
Great experience & seems the kinks have been worked out! The greenie PB acai bowl is to die for!!
(5)Elizabeth T.
Good, a little slow. Somewhat pricey but good for when you don't have time to juice at home.
(4)Jimmy P.
Great lunch for a hot day. Got the acai banana berry bowl with spinach and kale blended in. A little pricey for non organic and kinda skimpy on the berries, but otherwise great. Solid 3.5 stars.
(4)Kate D.
I like the pillows in the booths. I dislike the length of time it takes to get a shot of wheatgrass. The juices and smoothies taste amazing and fresh. The prices are ridiculously high. Clean, great decor, aesthetically pleasing. No patio or outdoor seating.
(4)Dave K.
Quick service. Nice employees. A little bit expensive. But if you want a healthy smoothie this is the place to go.
(4)jill c.
So disappointed in the lack of service. Do not go to this place. Ordered a cleanse and prepared for it, drove 20 minutes for them to tell me they never checked their email and ran out till Wednesday. Horrible customer service!!!
(1)LA D.
I can't think of anything to say that's bad about this place. Either I have great timing and never wait behind more than 3 people or they just aren't that busy. The smoothie selection is amazing ive tried them ALL not joking! There isn't one I didn't like which makes it super hard when I go in to pick one. The acai bowls are amazing. Tip grab a nekter reusable cup them give you a lil extra amount in the cup when you order the medium size!
(5)Melissa B.
Just picked up my go to, mid-morning drink "the Greenie." Everyone was so nice and my drink was amazing!
(5)Alex P.
First visit here and really like the atmosphere and the set up. The menu options are good. My only thing is that I really wish they were organic. I asked why they aren't and they said to keep prices down. It doesn't make sense to me at the prices they are charging. They should be able to use local and organic and still make a profit. I would even pay a little more for organic options. I was prepared to do the week cleanse too! Unfortunately I will not be returning here, not until the have non GMO, organic fruits and veggies. If they used local that would be a bonus! The entire reason of eating while fruits and veggies is to eliminate all the toxins!
(2)Nina P.
Very good. I normally don't drink juice, but this stuff is great. Yes, the wait can be a hassle at time, but it is worth it. Get the Toxic Flush. It's sweet but not overwhelming sweet. Good prices too.
(5)Jason Q.
So the dirty old men I work with like to tell me they go here for the yoga pants. I have to say that I've seen many yoga pants in here, but I guess I'm not old enough to have that low of standards. Mostly soccer moms with nothing else to do but put on workout clothes and go shopping as if that was the workout they dressed up for. And there were a lot of 60lb teenage girls who think they're fat. Lol... that's Scottsdale for you. Now, the juices and smoothies and whatever else they serve... delicious. My wife craves these things and so do I. We'll actually probably go here right now... Oh, and I don't know how they do it, but all of their juices/smoothies have ridiculously bright and neon like colors. It's crazy, my Jamba Juice never looked this cool! Just a weird observation both my wife and I had.
(5)Lia S.
I had been wanting to check out Nektar for awhile and am glad I did! The staff was friendly and prompt and made recommendations when asked. I went with the Banana/Berry Acai Bowl and it was delicious! It is essentially a THICK Smoothie in a Bowl topped with Banana, Berries, and Oats/Grains. I though it was a delicious and healthy post-workout snack and it was filling. I would absolutely return to Nektar and can't wait to try some of their other Smoothies and Bowls!
(5)Tabitha T.
Visited one day this week at lunch time. The wait for my juice was reasonable- maybe 5-10 minutes. The service was prompt and professional. I liked the little tables they had and waited there for my order. The juice itself tasted good, if not just a tad sweeter than I would consider perfect. It was called "Toxin Flush" or something like that. It was a blend of parsley, apple, ginger and maybe one other thing I've forgotten. It was just a little vegetable-y and a little spicy from the ginger. They gave me a choice of having it on ice or not (no ice!). The menu looks to be limited to the pre-designed selections. I don't think you can create your own combination. The price was lower than many other juice places and the location is convenient. Even though the huge parking lot is often completely full at lunch time, I found a spot right in front of the store the day I went. I will definitely visit Nekter again and try one of the other juice offerings.
(4)Angela R.
Everything I've had on the menu has been really good , quite addicting , especially when you work 1 minute away ! Everything is fresh , clean establishment ...the wait for your order can be long at times so I've learned to order and pay on line , then it's ready when I get there . It would also be nice if they had a loyalty punch card for frequent customers .
(4)E K.
Went in and got an amazing juice and had great customer service. The Asian girl was extremely helpful and answered questions I had about the cleanse. If you're looking for a juice cleanse this place is the least expensive and they have grab and go bags fresh pressed daily that contain the 6 juices you need. If you need a cleanse on a whim and don't want to wait or pre order just stop in and get their blue bag to go. The acai bowls looked amazing and their smoothies did too. I'll be back soon!! Only sucky thing is they don't have a land line phone. The company routes all calls through Corporate. Weird and not convenient
(5)Danielle R.
service is a little slow but the it is so worth the wait! the pitaya bowl is as good as it looks, it's bright pink and filled with amazing ingredients! it made me feel so full and satisfied after. also, Jenny is the nicest employee there! :-)
(5)Morgan G.
Their place is always clean! You get the swift scent of healthiness as soon as you walk in. Their acai bowls are great. I'm not so big on the juices (I cant be THAT healthy), but their smoothies are my jam. Always a great substitute to a lunch when you don't have time/are dieting.
(5)Hillary G.
Walked into this plsce felt very cozy. The staff was very knowledgeable of products and what's good to eat. They offer a Cleanse where all u do is drink the six bottles throughout the day, and u don't eat. U can have raw almonds. The one thing I noticed about the ingredients was they are fresh fruits and veggies. (Kale, ginger, spinach, coconut) etc. ...... for the six bottles of the Cleanse it's 48 dollars.
(5)Christine M.
Amazing yummy juices!!! Love stopping by for a super healthy snack. However because they force you to use a horrible loyalty app and poor customer service I only will only rate them at 3 stars. Sometimes I feel like they are bothered I am here ordering a drink.
(3)Hugh C.
Nice place. Everything looks clean and fresh. A little hard to fine but it is sandwiched between Jimmy John's and five guys burgers. A little bit of a wait but worth it for healthy options. The fresh juices and bowls are priced reasonably. Be sure to ask for 'light ice' they got a little heavy handed with it on the drinks I ordered.
(4)Demitrie K.
I was in yesterday and ordered a bowl and asked for strawberries one top. was told it was an uncharged (not a big deal) but when I got my bowl I left and when I looked at it in the car I only got one strawberry for a dollar! I was charged a dollar for one strawberry, I'm sorry but that's unacceptable in my opinion.. if you are going to charge me a dollar for extra fruit it better be more then one strawberry.. needless to say I will not be asking for "extra fruit" again on my bowl because it's not worth it.. very disappointed.
(1)Tena H.
It is so tempting to go here because there are not too many choices for fresh presses juices. Their juices are fresh pressed, however, I would only go if I have a good 20-30 minutes to wait for a juice. The staff spends too much time chatting with each other with. I sense of urgency to do their jobs. Service is soooooooo bad.
(1)Lauren K.
Having been to Brazil I got spoiled by the real deal. Awhile back I tried Grabba Greens acai bowl and it was totally gross but I looove the acai bowls at Nektar! These guys are legit and the bowls are massive too! They always tend to take forever when I visit but I can understand that seeing how they're using raw ingredients. I think it's worth the wait.
(4)Kimberly S.
Get ready to wait forever for a drink here. So ridiculous. The staff doesn't prioritize or make drinks in the order that they were ordered. I came in before work and waited almost 30 minutes for my drink. I was so close to walking out!!
(1)Tim G.
Great place. Only thing I wish that could be done is order an organic juice or smoothy. You can order your cleanse as organic. Some reviews have people complaining about the ready to go juices as having short expiration dates. Keep in mind these are done fresh and nothing added to them. They are not meant to have a long shelf life. A great option and great acai bowls also.
(4)Brett B.
I've become a big Nektar fan - and so far I think Nektar is seriously the best of the healthy juice bars in Phoenix right now. My path to Nektar juice bliss was a bit of a roundabout. I started as a fan of another fairly new juice operation in the area - Grabbagreen. I got addicted to the fresh juices at Grabba and visited then 3-5 times weekly for many months now. But then Grabbagreen started to strike me as Grabba-Greedy (you can read my review there as well). Nekter is the new juice & Acai bowl star in town, and they deserve your business. #1 is the quality of the juices and prices here are superb. MUCH lower prices for fresh juices than GrabbaGreen or Whole Foods (and a little more than Sprouts, which now has a $3.99 juice operation at some locations). They have a great menu of fresh juices and smoothie drinks as well. My favorite is the "Date Nut" consisting of a yummy blend of cashew nut milk, dates, banana, nutmeg and blended with ice. The nutmeg add a really interesting flavor note, and the cashew milk is a creamy dream! As others have said, the place is nice and clean inside - spotless and modern. Yes the service can be a tad slow at busier times, but since everything is made fresh to order I don't mind waiting 10 min for some drinkable deliciousness. My oldest daughter introduced me to the Acai Bowls here and they are AMAZING. So far I've tried the Açaà Banana Berry - with AçaÃ, banana, cashew nut milk, berries and hempseed granola and topped with bananas and berries. This is really like a meal or dessert in itself. The juices here are fresh and consistent. I would highly recommend Nekter for anyone looking to get a healthy treat - I love this place.
(5)Jenn T.
two thumbs up to the acai banana berry bowl! loved the atmosphere of this juice bar. I also tried the glow which was one of the juices featured. the celery in the juice was the dominate flavor so if you don't like celery I wouldn't recommend getting it. As for customer service... well could be a lot better, when I ordered my drink the girl had some attitude. Not hearing my order the first time because the blenders were loud she responded bluntly with "WHAT?" definitely not an appropriate way you talk to customers. I will be back for the acai bowl but hopefully I will have better service next time.
(3)Nora K.
This place is pretty good, but it's nothing extraordinary and nothing you can't make yourself at home. I've been to both Scottsdale locations multiple times, ordered different things, and fair warning: don't go to either if you're in a big hurry because they are SLOOWW! They make everything fresh but should have more people or equipment to compensate for the time it takes. I've never seen more than 3 people at a time. They also have a punch card but don't tell you, which I find strange. It's by the register and they're happy to give it to you if you see it and ask, but don't expect them to ask you if you want one. I've only been asked if I have one once out of more than 10 trips.
(3)Daniel V.
OMG the açai bowls are the absolute best! The juices have a wide variety for different needs, and the smoothies look really tastey! Keep it up Nektar!
(5)Michaella M.
I am officially addicted to this place! I normally don't like kale but the popeye acai smoothie is amazing. It's delicious and it fills me up. The people who work here are really nice and the drinks come out pretty fast.
(5)M W.
I am a huge Nekter fan. I go here every morning and switch up my orders all the time because everything on the menu is amazing. Great customer service as well.
(5)Cinamon M.
Love this place ...Great... But be ready to wait around for the staff to finish their gossip session to get to your order. 15 min wait for juice is a little ridiculous, and no it wasn't during a rush.... Only few customer and I was the first of them in line with only 2 people in front of me waiting for beverages. Make sure you have plenty of time if you come here. Good thing it's my day off!
(3)Stefani F.
Delicious! One of my favorite spots. Just make sure you go with enough time to spare cause there's always a line and they aren't the quickest... Be prepared for a wait. Also they should pre cut the fruit and veggies in the cups like Chopshop does. Much quicker.
(4)John C.
When you walk in the place, just the smell makes you fell healthy. I have had the acai bowls and several juices, all were great. The atmosphere is laid back and well decorated.
(5)Millie R.
They actually have a great concept and good menu! However, they staff is less than impressive. Drinks take Foreverrrrr! I've been in about 5times thinking it would be better but always the same slow service. Not because of the drinks being fresh but lack of employee training and staff. The Shea location is a little better.
(1)Arizona G.
Love this place! The staff is so friendly, very clean and the prices are not outrages like other juice bars. I am obsessed with the Toxin Flush. It's delicious!
(5)Crista S.
There is just something about this location. The service sucks. The product is fine but the employees just bring you down. I more frequently visit the location on McDonald and I guess I have just been spoiled by the friendly upbeat staff there. Friday 12/26 I was picking up a couple of bowls for breakfast and I came in and the staff was busy juicing and making bowls with a few customers waiting. I walk up, patiently waiting looking over the menu, I'm in a great mood and having a great morning so far until the gal with the shaved sides, who took my order walked up. She walked up and I said "hi!" She gave me a dirty look and rudely responded with what did you say? I said.. I just said hi.. She says, "oh I though you said something." Uh ya, I was saying hi. It was uncomfortable and it put me off right away. I then proceeded to inconvenience her by giving her my order, 2 bowls off the menu and one juice. I legit felt uncomfortable ordering from her she was so rude. She did not tell me my total I read it off the register myself and she took my money, gave me my change and turned around and walked away. No thank you, it'll be right out, not a smile, nothing. I almost said, you know what.. Forget it. I wanted to be done with her attitude and it really put a damper on me for a minute. Like how can she be so rude and the one taking the orders? I was waiting for my order and noticed a sign about the punch cards are remembered I had one. She never brought that up at the register and at this point I didn't want to talk to her again so I left punchless. Every time I've been here the employees have been less than friendly. Looks like I'll stick to the McDonald location.
(1)J D.
I've only had juice here (no bowls). The juice was very tasty, and I love that it can be served over ice (def not an option on the east coast). The juice was well priced. The girl taking the orders just kept staring at my sneakers. Could have used a bit more in the 'pulse' department. But what do I care, I liked my juice. RIGHT?
(4)Crazy 4 T.
I'm addicted to this place! I only get juice and it's always great. I've heard the bowls are great too. Love the vibe inside and that it smells so fresh when you walk in. I feel the pricing is fair because juices are much more costly in places just up the road. My only criticism is that sometimes it takes a while for the juice to be made. If you're in a rush, just grab one pre-made from the case.
(4)Zane P.
never been here before, so I stopped by after lunch for a smoothie and it was amazing. the girl on the register helped me out after I told her I have never been here before. if you like a good, all natural smoothie or juice, hit this place up. super delicious!
(5)Iggy Z.
I visited this juice bar on a day that was considerably busy. They recently opened and it was lunchtime. Service is relatively quick, they got the juice out in about five minutes or so. The staff was helpful and informative. I thought the juice cleanses tasted great. Would recommend this place!
(5)Rachael C.
No
(1)Adriana D.
Stopped in while I was running errands on this side of the valley...Nice staff, great juice. Too bad I don't live closer!
(5)Emmy M.
I was planning on going to Kaleidoscope juice for my first juice cleanse, but saw the advertisement for the $39/day cleanse at Nekter during a trip to Jimmy Johns. I went in to ask some questions and I was helped by a very nice girl who said the deal ended on Saturday 2/15/14. On Friday, I saw via Facebook that the deal was extended to Sunday 2/16 and convinced my husband and a friend to do the cleanse with me on Sunday. Today (Saturday) I went in to purchase 2 one day cleanses. Initially, as I walk in, I see several people waiting for their drinks and food, and I am waiting at an empty register while 3 people are in the back working on orders. After about a minute, one of the girls who seems very busy and stressed says she will be right with me. No biggie, I'm not in a rush. When she gets back to the register, I order 2 one day cleanses and the stressed out girl comes off as a little rude. She says, "well the deal ends today, so are you going to do the cleanses today?" In my head I thought, on Facebook it says it ends Sunday, and why would I have to do the cleanse today when the juices are good for a couple days? I didn't quite get it, and I didn't think she was very friendly so I just said "yes". When I got home, I showed my husband the juices and we planned on starting the cleanse the following day. On the label of the juices, it says to consume the juice within 5 days of purchase, but as we inspect the bottles, half of the bottles have an expiration date of 5 days from today (2/20/14) and half have an expiration date of TODAY (2/15/14). Because we are concerned about getting sick from these juices, we decided to do the cleanse today even though we were not quite ready. I give 2 stars because my first impression was not a good one, but I am willing to go back and try the smoothies because they are cheaper than other juice bars in the area. BUT I will not recommend this place to anyone unless my next experience is a good one. My suggestion to Nekter is to make sure they have enough people working on a Saturday so that the workers are not stressed and can be friendly at all times. I also suggest that they are consistent with the deals/advertisements they have on social media, and to make sure they're not giving old juices while telling people they can start the cleanse a few days after purchasing it. __________________________________________________Â_____________ *******UPDATE: My husband posted on Nekter's facebook about the bottles having different expiration dates and they said "we apologize as all bottles should expire the same day - we would be glad to give you new bottles to compliment the others. thank you!" SO my husband goes to exchange the expired bottles, the girl he talked to did not want to help him and said that the cleanse is supposed to be completed the day of purchase (although their website says different) and that is why the bottles expired that same day. He tells her that he was told that all of the bottles should have the same expiration date and she says "well you must have spoken to someone in California because we do things differently in Arizona". Really?! After going back and forth, she finally gives in. I would have given them an extra star for fixing the problem right away, but it was such a frustrating experience, that I've decided to take one off. We will not be returning. P.S. Tim G. I'm not complaining about a short shelf life. Read my review and do your research ;) thanks!
(1)Rich G.
Not too bad. I enjoyed the atmosphere and setup. Tried a few things. Highly recommend the toxin cleanse with ice. Hope this place stays around for a while.
(4)Malissa R.
I give this 2 stars strictly for how good the juices, smoothies and acai bowls are. However, as far as customer service this place gets zero stars from me. It is extremely expensive for the quality of service you receive here. Now, I gave them several chances before I chose to write a review to see if they were perhaps just having an "off" day but improvement never happened. The 2 instances that stick out the most happened on 2 consecutive days. I went here with a friend to enjoy acai bowls, my friend has celiac therefor cannot have the regular oats on top. Well considering this was not a new thing to her, as normal, she specifies she needs gluten free oats on top. Long story short we watched them use the regular oats. When she notified them of there mistake, the woman very rudely said "you're just going to have to wait a minute" and went on to help other customers before addressing the issue. They re- made her bowl however all the sudden the 7$ of what she paid for ( a full bowl) now looked like less that half that. Now I understand this place is still pretty new to the Arizona market however the quality of service they are offering in the Scottsdale area is by far the WORST I have received at any place of business. If they can get their act together and learn how to treat their customers and speed up the process (considering it never took less than 15 minutes from the time I ordered until I actually got my order) I might consider a future review. Until then I would say to anyone going here, Make sure you have at least 45 mins to spare even if it is just a juice you are ordering, and make sure you pack your patience that day for some of the rudest people you will encounter!
(2)L K.
This location is way too slow in service. Also they skimp on the fruit in the fruit bowls!!! I took my family here to have them experience the great fruit bowls but that was a fail. The blended fruit in the bowls were melted by the time they got the orders ready. and they forgot the wheat grass shot, i had to remind & wait some more... The location near Scottsdale rd & Lincoln is way better.
(2)Christopher A.
This place is my Families new favorite spot. Everything is so good and healthy for you. We spent a few hours here this weekend and plan to again this weekend!!!!
(5)Abby N.
Went in here to try my very first acai bowl! There was no one in line (around 5pm) but a few people that seemed like they were waiting for their orders in the store. The staff was incredibly friendly when I ordered! I waited there about 10 minutes for my bowl that was delicious! I would definitely come here again, but it wish it was a bit quicker!
(4)Jordan S.
I've had Nekter juice at different locations and it really is quite good. This particular location receives a one star rating for the service. I went to this location at 12:45, a prime time for a lunch rush, there was one employee at the register. I waited in line for ten minutes before I left with no juice. During my 10 minutes in the store, only 3 people placed orders at the register and only 2 orders were served. Overall a very frustrating experience considering I had to return to work with an empty stomach. Put some employees at the register during obvious rush hours and my review will probably be a 4-5 star rating.
(1)Ginny M.
Love love the product. But the horrible experience with the staff one afternoon ruined it for me. My friend and I had stopped in for drinks the wait was long which is understandable, but the immaturity of the staff went beyond normal high school kids working a part time job. After waiting for our drinks while watching the boy, who was supposed to be making one of them goof off ..walking around..in the back room.. Around the register..we finally got one drink, we ask for the 2nd and were told we didn't have another I had to show my receipt, then told they were out of an ingredient for the drink. Even though they were making the very same drink for another customer. I got my money back from a now apologetic employee. The boy behind the counter then started to argue and act belligerent towards my friend and dropped the F bomb. She called the DM, who a couple weeks later sent her a gift card. I'm not one to write reviews if something bad happens I move on but the one and only time my friend returned there the boy that swore at her was still working there . I will say that I have saved money over the last few months since that happened by buying my own juicer.
(1)Kimberly S.
Really tasty, reasonably priced but.....SO SLOW! I completely understand the juicing process as I make them at home. I know how long they take to make and appreciate that. However, what I can do in my kitchen should not equate to what goes on in a restaurant. They only have 2 juicers. You will wait 10 minutes if there is no line...I've waited 30 mins before for my juice...so don't come here if you have somewhere to be. I do have to stay standing around watching peoples' faces while they are anticipating their name being called is quite entertaining. While the product is good, their productivity is poor. Juice bars are popping up all over the place...if these guys don't figure out a faster system to accommodate high volume, they will lose business quickly.
(3)Emily J.
I love their smoothies and bowls so I thought I would try one of their juice cleanses. After 1 day I decided there was no way I could do 2 more. The girl who worked their gladly returned all of my juice and gave me my money back with out any hassle. While I won't be going back for anymore juices I will definitely return for an acai bowl and excellent customer service.
(5)Nora K.
This place is pretty good, but it's nothing extraordinary and nothing you can't make yourself at home. I've been to both Scottsdale locations multiple times, ordered different things, and fair warning: don't go to either if you're in a big hurry because they are SLOOWW! They make everything fresh but should have more people or equipment to compensate for the time it takes. I've never seen more than 3 people at a time. They also have a punch card but don't tell you, which I find strange. It's by the register and they're happy to give it to you if you see it and ask, but don't expect them to ask you if you want one. I've only been asked if I have one once out of more than 10 trips.
(3)Daniel V.
OMG the açai bowls are the absolute best! The juices have a wide variety for different needs, and the smoothies look really tastey! Keep it up Nektar!
(5)Lauren K.
Having been to Brazil I got spoiled by the real deal. Awhile back I tried Grabba Greens acai bowl and it was totally gross but I looove the acai bowls at Nektar! These guys are legit and the bowls are massive too! They always tend to take forever when I visit but I can understand that seeing how they're using raw ingredients. I think it's worth the wait.
(4)Kimberly S.
Get ready to wait forever for a drink here. So ridiculous. The staff doesn't prioritize or make drinks in the order that they were ordered. I came in before work and waited almost 30 minutes for my drink. I was so close to walking out!!
(1)Tim G.
Great place. Only thing I wish that could be done is order an organic juice or smoothy. You can order your cleanse as organic. Some reviews have people complaining about the ready to go juices as having short expiration dates. Keep in mind these are done fresh and nothing added to them. They are not meant to have a long shelf life. A great option and great acai bowls also.
(4)Michaella M.
I am officially addicted to this place! I normally don't like kale but the popeye acai smoothie is amazing. It's delicious and it fills me up. The people who work here are really nice and the drinks come out pretty fast.
(5)Emmy M.
I was planning on going to Kaleidoscope juice for my first juice cleanse, but saw the advertisement for the $39/day cleanse at Nekter during a trip to Jimmy Johns. I went in to ask some questions and I was helped by a very nice girl who said the deal ended on Saturday 2/15/14. On Friday, I saw via Facebook that the deal was extended to Sunday 2/16 and convinced my husband and a friend to do the cleanse with me on Sunday. Today (Saturday) I went in to purchase 2 one day cleanses. Initially, as I walk in, I see several people waiting for their drinks and food, and I am waiting at an empty register while 3 people are in the back working on orders. After about a minute, one of the girls who seems very busy and stressed says she will be right with me. No biggie, I'm not in a rush. When she gets back to the register, I order 2 one day cleanses and the stressed out girl comes off as a little rude. She says, "well the deal ends today, so are you going to do the cleanses today?" In my head I thought, on Facebook it says it ends Sunday, and why would I have to do the cleanse today when the juices are good for a couple days? I didn't quite get it, and I didn't think she was very friendly so I just said "yes". When I got home, I showed my husband the juices and we planned on starting the cleanse the following day. On the label of the juices, it says to consume the juice within 5 days of purchase, but as we inspect the bottles, half of the bottles have an expiration date of 5 days from today (2/20/14) and half have an expiration date of TODAY (2/15/14). Because we are concerned about getting sick from these juices, we decided to do the cleanse today even though we were not quite ready. I give 2 stars because my first impression was not a good one, but I am willing to go back and try the smoothies because they are cheaper than other juice bars in the area. BUT I will not recommend this place to anyone unless my next experience is a good one. My suggestion to Nekter is to make sure they have enough people working on a Saturday so that the workers are not stressed and can be friendly at all times. I also suggest that they are consistent with the deals/advertisements they have on social media, and to make sure they're not giving old juices while telling people they can start the cleanse a few days after purchasing it. __________________________________________________Â_____________ *******UPDATE: My husband posted on Nekter's facebook about the bottles having different expiration dates and they said "we apologize as all bottles should expire the same day - we would be glad to give you new bottles to compliment the others. thank you!" SO my husband goes to exchange the expired bottles, the girl he talked to did not want to help him and said that the cleanse is supposed to be completed the day of purchase (although their website says different) and that is why the bottles expired that same day. He tells her that he was told that all of the bottles should have the same expiration date and she says "well you must have spoken to someone in California because we do things differently in Arizona". Really?! After going back and forth, she finally gives in. I would have given them an extra star for fixing the problem right away, but it was such a frustrating experience, that I've decided to take one off. We will not be returning. P.S. Tim G. I'm not complaining about a short shelf life. Read my review and do your research ;) thanks!
(1)Rich G.
Not too bad. I enjoyed the atmosphere and setup. Tried a few things. Highly recommend the toxin cleanse with ice. Hope this place stays around for a while.
(4)M W.
I am a huge Nekter fan. I go here every morning and switch up my orders all the time because everything on the menu is amazing. Great customer service as well.
(5)Cinamon M.
Love this place ...Great... But be ready to wait around for the staff to finish their gossip session to get to your order. 15 min wait for juice is a little ridiculous, and no it wasn't during a rush.... Only few customer and I was the first of them in line with only 2 people in front of me waiting for beverages. Make sure you have plenty of time if you come here. Good thing it's my day off!
(3)Stefani F.
Delicious! One of my favorite spots. Just make sure you go with enough time to spare cause there's always a line and they aren't the quickest... Be prepared for a wait. Also they should pre cut the fruit and veggies in the cups like Chopshop does. Much quicker.
(4)John C.
When you walk in the place, just the smell makes you fell healthy. I have had the acai bowls and several juices, all were great. The atmosphere is laid back and well decorated.
(5)Millie R.
They actually have a great concept and good menu! However, they staff is less than impressive. Drinks take Foreverrrrr! I've been in about 5times thinking it would be better but always the same slow service. Not because of the drinks being fresh but lack of employee training and staff. The Shea location is a little better.
(1)Arizona G.
Love this place! The staff is so friendly, very clean and the prices are not outrages like other juice bars. I am obsessed with the Toxin Flush. It's delicious!
(5)Michael N.
Great product, very poor customer service.
(3)Jon B.
Outstanding. You can pick you own blend for less than five dollats. And they juice it fresh. No wonder the line is longer than chipolte. One of my favorite joints of all time.
(5)Crista S.
There is just something about this location. The service sucks. The product is fine but the employees just bring you down. I more frequently visit the location on McDonald and I guess I have just been spoiled by the friendly upbeat staff there. Friday 12/26 I was picking up a couple of bowls for breakfast and I came in and the staff was busy juicing and making bowls with a few customers waiting. I walk up, patiently waiting looking over the menu, I'm in a great mood and having a great morning so far until the gal with the shaved sides, who took my order walked up. She walked up and I said "hi!" She gave me a dirty look and rudely responded with what did you say? I said.. I just said hi.. She says, "oh I though you said something." Uh ya, I was saying hi. It was uncomfortable and it put me off right away. I then proceeded to inconvenience her by giving her my order, 2 bowls off the menu and one juice. I legit felt uncomfortable ordering from her she was so rude. She did not tell me my total I read it off the register myself and she took my money, gave me my change and turned around and walked away. No thank you, it'll be right out, not a smile, nothing. I almost said, you know what.. Forget it. I wanted to be done with her attitude and it really put a damper on me for a minute. Like how can she be so rude and the one taking the orders? I was waiting for my order and noticed a sign about the punch cards are remembered I had one. She never brought that up at the register and at this point I didn't want to talk to her again so I left punchless. Every time I've been here the employees have been less than friendly. Looks like I'll stick to the McDonald location.
(1)J D.
I've only had juice here (no bowls). The juice was very tasty, and I love that it can be served over ice (def not an option on the east coast). The juice was well priced. The girl taking the orders just kept staring at my sneakers. Could have used a bit more in the 'pulse' department. But what do I care, I liked my juice. RIGHT?
(4)Crazy 4 T.
I'm addicted to this place! I only get juice and it's always great. I've heard the bowls are great too. Love the vibe inside and that it smells so fresh when you walk in. I feel the pricing is fair because juices are much more costly in places just up the road. My only criticism is that sometimes it takes a while for the juice to be made. If you're in a rush, just grab one pre-made from the case.
(4)Zane P.
never been here before, so I stopped by after lunch for a smoothie and it was amazing. the girl on the register helped me out after I told her I have never been here before. if you like a good, all natural smoothie or juice, hit this place up. super delicious!
(5)Iggy Z.
I visited this juice bar on a day that was considerably busy. They recently opened and it was lunchtime. Service is relatively quick, they got the juice out in about five minutes or so. The staff was helpful and informative. I thought the juice cleanses tasted great. Would recommend this place!
(5)Rachael C.
No
(1)Adriana D.
Stopped in while I was running errands on this side of the valley...Nice staff, great juice. Too bad I don't live closer!
(5)Malissa R.
I give this 2 stars strictly for how good the juices, smoothies and acai bowls are. However, as far as customer service this place gets zero stars from me. It is extremely expensive for the quality of service you receive here. Now, I gave them several chances before I chose to write a review to see if they were perhaps just having an "off" day but improvement never happened. The 2 instances that stick out the most happened on 2 consecutive days. I went here with a friend to enjoy acai bowls, my friend has celiac therefor cannot have the regular oats on top. Well considering this was not a new thing to her, as normal, she specifies she needs gluten free oats on top. Long story short we watched them use the regular oats. When she notified them of there mistake, the woman very rudely said "you're just going to have to wait a minute" and went on to help other customers before addressing the issue. They re- made her bowl however all the sudden the 7$ of what she paid for ( a full bowl) now looked like less that half that. Now I understand this place is still pretty new to the Arizona market however the quality of service they are offering in the Scottsdale area is by far the WORST I have received at any place of business. If they can get their act together and learn how to treat their customers and speed up the process (considering it never took less than 15 minutes from the time I ordered until I actually got my order) I might consider a future review. Until then I would say to anyone going here, Make sure you have at least 45 mins to spare even if it is just a juice you are ordering, and make sure you pack your patience that day for some of the rudest people you will encounter!
(2)Jordan S.
I've had Nekter juice at different locations and it really is quite good. This particular location receives a one star rating for the service. I went to this location at 12:45, a prime time for a lunch rush, there was one employee at the register. I waited in line for ten minutes before I left with no juice. During my 10 minutes in the store, only 3 people placed orders at the register and only 2 orders were served. Overall a very frustrating experience considering I had to return to work with an empty stomach. Put some employees at the register during obvious rush hours and my review will probably be a 4-5 star rating.
(1)L K.
This location is way too slow in service. Also they skimp on the fruit in the fruit bowls!!! I took my family here to have them experience the great fruit bowls but that was a fail. The blended fruit in the bowls were melted by the time they got the orders ready. and they forgot the wheat grass shot, i had to remind & wait some more... The location near Scottsdale rd & Lincoln is way better.
(2)Christopher A.
This place is my Families new favorite spot. Everything is so good and healthy for you. We spent a few hours here this weekend and plan to again this weekend!!!!
(5)Abby N.
Went in here to try my very first acai bowl! There was no one in line (around 5pm) but a few people that seemed like they were waiting for their orders in the store. The staff was incredibly friendly when I ordered! I waited there about 10 minutes for my bowl that was delicious! I would definitely come here again, but it wish it was a bit quicker!
(4)Ginny M.
Love love the product. But the horrible experience with the staff one afternoon ruined it for me. My friend and I had stopped in for drinks the wait was long which is understandable, but the immaturity of the staff went beyond normal high school kids working a part time job. After waiting for our drinks while watching the boy, who was supposed to be making one of them goof off ..walking around..in the back room.. Around the register..we finally got one drink, we ask for the 2nd and were told we didn't have another I had to show my receipt, then told they were out of an ingredient for the drink. Even though they were making the very same drink for another customer. I got my money back from a now apologetic employee. The boy behind the counter then started to argue and act belligerent towards my friend and dropped the F bomb. She called the DM, who a couple weeks later sent her a gift card. I'm not one to write reviews if something bad happens I move on but the one and only time my friend returned there the boy that swore at her was still working there . I will say that I have saved money over the last few months since that happened by buying my own juicer.
(1)Kimberly S.
Really tasty, reasonably priced but.....SO SLOW! I completely understand the juicing process as I make them at home. I know how long they take to make and appreciate that. However, what I can do in my kitchen should not equate to what goes on in a restaurant. They only have 2 juicers. You will wait 10 minutes if there is no line...I've waited 30 mins before for my juice...so don't come here if you have somewhere to be. I do have to stay standing around watching peoples' faces while they are anticipating their name being called is quite entertaining. While the product is good, their productivity is poor. Juice bars are popping up all over the place...if these guys don't figure out a faster system to accommodate high volume, they will lose business quickly.
(3)Emily J.
I love their smoothies and bowls so I thought I would try one of their juice cleanses. After 1 day I decided there was no way I could do 2 more. The girl who worked their gladly returned all of my juice and gave me my money back with out any hassle. While I won't be going back for anymore juices I will definitely return for an acai bowl and excellent customer service.
(5)Kate D.
I like the pillows in the booths. I dislike the length of time it takes to get a shot of wheatgrass. The juices and smoothies taste amazing and fresh. The prices are ridiculously high. Clean, great decor, aesthetically pleasing. No patio or outdoor seating.
(4)LA D.
I can't think of anything to say that's bad about this place. Either I have great timing and never wait behind more than 3 people or they just aren't that busy. The smoothie selection is amazing ive tried them ALL not joking! There isn't one I didn't like which makes it super hard when I go in to pick one. The acai bowls are amazing. Tip grab a nekter reusable cup them give you a lil extra amount in the cup when you order the medium size!
(5)Melissa B.
Just picked up my go to, mid-morning drink "the Greenie." Everyone was so nice and my drink was amazing!
(5)Jason Q.
So the dirty old men I work with like to tell me they go here for the yoga pants. I have to say that I've seen many yoga pants in here, but I guess I'm not old enough to have that low of standards. Mostly soccer moms with nothing else to do but put on workout clothes and go shopping as if that was the workout they dressed up for. And there were a lot of 60lb teenage girls who think they're fat. Lol... that's Scottsdale for you. Now, the juices and smoothies and whatever else they serve... delicious. My wife craves these things and so do I. We'll actually probably go here right now... Oh, and I don't know how they do it, but all of their juices/smoothies have ridiculously bright and neon like colors. It's crazy, my Jamba Juice never looked this cool! Just a weird observation both my wife and I had.
(5)Lia S.
I had been wanting to check out Nektar for awhile and am glad I did! The staff was friendly and prompt and made recommendations when asked. I went with the Banana/Berry Acai Bowl and it was delicious! It is essentially a THICK Smoothie in a Bowl topped with Banana, Berries, and Oats/Grains. I though it was a delicious and healthy post-workout snack and it was filling. I would absolutely return to Nektar and can't wait to try some of their other Smoothies and Bowls!
(5)Nina P.
Very good. I normally don't drink juice, but this stuff is great. Yes, the wait can be a hassle at time, but it is worth it. Get the Toxic Flush. It's sweet but not overwhelming sweet. Good prices too.
(5)Jimmy P.
Great lunch for a hot day. Got the acai banana berry bowl with spinach and kale blended in. A little pricey for non organic and kinda skimpy on the berries, but otherwise great. Solid 3.5 stars.
(4)Tabitha T.
Visited one day this week at lunch time. The wait for my juice was reasonable- maybe 5-10 minutes. The service was prompt and professional. I liked the little tables they had and waited there for my order. The juice itself tasted good, if not just a tad sweeter than I would consider perfect. It was called "Toxin Flush" or something like that. It was a blend of parsley, apple, ginger and maybe one other thing I've forgotten. It was just a little vegetable-y and a little spicy from the ginger. They gave me a choice of having it on ice or not (no ice!). The menu looks to be limited to the pre-designed selections. I don't think you can create your own combination. The price was lower than many other juice places and the location is convenient. Even though the huge parking lot is often completely full at lunch time, I found a spot right in front of the store the day I went. I will definitely visit Nekter again and try one of the other juice offerings.
(4)Angela R.
Everything I've had on the menu has been really good , quite addicting , especially when you work 1 minute away ! Everything is fresh , clean establishment ...the wait for your order can be long at times so I've learned to order and pay on line , then it's ready when I get there . It would also be nice if they had a loyalty punch card for frequent customers .
(4)Rebecca F.
The Acai Banana Berry Bowl is good, fresh, reasonably priced, and SO filling! I went for a quick breakfast during a weekend in Phoenix and was pleasantly surprised. The store itself is easy to pass by since it's wedged into a plaza, but it's worth the go. Inside is clean and and bright, and service is pretty efficient. I also tried the Pink Flamingo smoothie, which is pretty good as well. Very fruity and berry-y. Almosttt a little over-the-top sweet, but still filling and delicious like the bowls.
(4)Alex P.
First visit here and really like the atmosphere and the set up. The menu options are good. My only thing is that I really wish they were organic. I asked why they aren't and they said to keep prices down. It doesn't make sense to me at the prices they are charging. They should be able to use local and organic and still make a profit. I would even pay a little more for organic options. I was prepared to do the week cleanse too! Unfortunately I will not be returning here, not until the have non GMO, organic fruits and veggies. If they used local that would be a bonus! The entire reason of eating while fruits and veggies is to eliminate all the toxins!
(2)Dave K.
Quick service. Nice employees. A little bit expensive. But if you want a healthy smoothie this is the place to go.
(4)jill c.
So disappointed in the lack of service. Do not go to this place. Ordered a cleanse and prepared for it, drove 20 minutes for them to tell me they never checked their email and ran out till Wednesday. Horrible customer service!!!
(1)Lavinia C.
My dad stopped by Nekter yesterday on his way to work to get his normal morning jolt of veggie goodness, however, it was not as he expected. Not sure who made his "The Greenie" but it was terrible. Now I realize "The Greenie" contains parsley, spinach, kale, celery, cucumber, lemon and apple -- and you would think that it would taste like a garden or like a liquid salad, right? Wrong!!! It was disgusting. Here's my theory on what happened... Whoever made it didn't make enough to fill up the cup to the top so they MacGyver'd it and added lemon water to make up the difference. I tried it and couldn't taste ANY of the veggies in it to save my life, all I could taste was watered down lemon water, with a hint of greens. When paying $7.50 for a green juice, I would expect it to have just that... GREEN juice, not watered down lemon water. I may give Nekter another shot, but I'm on the "3 strikes, you're out" policy... So, you have two more tries.
(1)Britt C.
I had visited Nekter two other times this week, once in the afternoon and yesterday morning. I went for a third time this morning because their juice is quite good, and also reasonably priced compared to competitors. After telling my friend about this place, she asked me if I had a punch card with them, it's a pretty good deal: spend $25 and get a free 16oz juice. However this was never offered to me, and I didn't know about it until after I had purchased a few juices. The reason for the 1 star review is because I walked in this morning before work, and there were two staff members at the register. One staff member was showing the other how to do something on the register, not a problem, I understood this and I'm pretty forgiving, but I was standing there two feet away from them waiting and it was as if I was invisible. I waited some more..........no "Hello," no "We'll be right with you,".........no acknowledgment at all. Feeling super awkward and unsure of how long I was going to be ignored for, I turned around, left the store and went to Juby True across the street. I totally understand the need to train someone to do their job, but I think it's common courtesy to at least acknowledge your customers. I'm pretty sure I will not be returning here, as their customer service was non existent this morning.
(1)Pete T.
So this is my 3rd post? Nektar had full turn around in the staff and now they are running much better. The juices are fantastic and the service is extensive improved.
(5)Patrick H.
The Chocolate Dream is my favorite smoothie at Nektar. Their prices are very reasonable. Be prepared to wait awhile though. It also gets really loud with all the blenders going.
(3)Kelly G.
This is my go to juice bar. Although I love Whole Foods, the price here is a lot better deal. I wish Nekter had a few more options for their juices, but otherwise a solid juice bar with a really nice product.
(4)Kay N.
I went to Nekter for the first time a couple weeks ago. With my office just down to street and living in Scottsdale basically my whole life, I drive right by Nekter every single day. I had been hearing really good things about their smoothies and acai bowls from a couple friends and a girl I work with who frequents Nekter weekly. So, on my lunch break, I decided I would go ahead and try one of the acai bowls. I got one bowl for myself and one for a co-worker. I went in around 2 or 3 pm, so later in the afternoon. As soon as I walked in, I saw a line of about 5 people in front of me. The line went fairly quick, however, being my first time there, I had never seen the menu before and so I had no idea what I wanted to order. So when I got to the front of the line, I just ordered the first thing that sounded good, as the guy taking orders looked annoyed that I didn't know what I wanted... I guess they just assume that everyone who comes in has been there before... They only have 3 or 4 options for acai bowls, which I found very strange, considering besides the juice, that's really the only thing on the menu that is actual food, so only having a few options was upsetting. After ordering my 2 bowls, I waited a good 10-15 minutes to get my order. I worked in the food service industry for many years, so I understand what it takes to make food, but I felt like 15 minutes for a bowl with fruit and granola, seemed like a long time to me. It takes about the same amount of time to sit down at a restaurant and order a meal and get served. After they finally called my name, I went to go pick up my bowls and they were just sitting on the counter with no lid, no bag, nothing... I had to take these with me in the car and they weren't in any type of to-go container or bagged up or anything. I though this was very weird considering I am one person and I ordered two bowls... I am clearly not about to sit down and binge on two acai bowls! I noticed the lady who ordered after me not only got hers first, but they made her order to-go. Why was mine not bagged up then? When I asked one of the employees if I could have mine to-go, she informed me that there were lids behind the counter in a shelf on the other side of where I was standing! Sooooo, basically this employee who's job is to make food for people, for here and for to-go, expects a customer to do their job for them? Why the hell should I have to go behind your counter and take a bag and to-go containers from the employee area next to the cash register? In addition, I tipped them when I paid so I found it highly unsettling when she made me box up my own food like that and go behind their counter. It just really annoyed me, not even so much what it was about, just the way that the girl behind the counter was rude and snarky like that. In addition, the bowls are way too big. I wish they offered a smaller size bowl. I ate less than half of my bowl and paid $8.00 for it. They should offer a smaller bowl for like $4-$5 for people who can't eat that big of a bowl, although, it was very good! I will probably go back eventually because their bowls are very good, but the customer service is very bad as well as the 15 minute wait for something that is essentially a fruit and granola parfait. I would also go more often if they offered a smaller size bowl for a cheaper price. Not everyone can eat 20 plus ounces of that stuff. They should also consider adding a couple more bowls to the menu in order to give customers more options. The bowl that I ordered was the only one that looked good to me, so basically every time I will go, I will just have to order the same thing! Ultimately, I don't really wanna pay almost 10 bucks for a bowl I can't finish and will have to bag up myself!
(2)Ebony K.
What is there to say. It is a great juice bar albeit slightly expensive but worth it. I have tried three of their for Acai Bowls and my favorite is still the PB bowl. The chocolate dream smoothie is delicious (although the high in calories as is the PB Bowl) and the greenie juice is refreshing. All in all, when I am not hungry but want something, I always come here and it always satisfies whatever I may be craving (even if I am not really sure myself)
(4)Mindy P.
I ordered the Detox Flush--very good! I waited for 20 minutes and then when I asked about the status of my order, I was told by the employee at the register, "Just got here, I don't know". Eventually got the drink, 25 minutes after ordering. Crazy for a 24 ounce juice.
(3)Sophia W.
Ever since I moved back to AZ from CA I couldn't find a place with decent acai bowls. So you can imagine my excitement after 5 years of searching when I came across this slice of heaven! Best ones yet! Haven't tried the smoothies/juices because I'm such a fan of the bowls but I'm sure they are just as tasty.
(5)Sam D.
Really yummy smoothies and acai bowls, and healthy. Large portions for the price, health food is always pricey so comparatively it's not bad. If you go here though, expect to wait in line for five minutes to order then another 15 to get your order, if it's a quiet day. Friendly staff but they do not have enough people working and enough machines to fulfill the orders they take.
(4)Sam C.
I've only been here once so far, but definitely plan on returning. I went on an early Sunday morning and prepared for a wait based on other reviews. There were about 5 people who ordered ahead of me. It took a solid 15-20 minutes to get my order (pb bowl and the buzz). The two people working were moving fast, but it just seemed like the lack of staff was the contributing factor in the time. I could see how it would be frustrating if I was crunched for time or didn't go in mentally prepared. Now on to the food.... I really enjoyed the food. The PB bowl is a MUST. It was like eating ice cream for breakfast, but provided enough sustainable energy to do a long bike ride. I had 3 juices in total and all of them I felt tasted fresh and has perfect combination of flavor. I've tried several juice places in Phoenix and I would say this one blows the others out of the water both in quality and flavor. Also the cost is comparable if not better. I'll definitely be back to this location for more!
(5)Michael L.
I almost gave it 3 stars because the pink flamingo smoothie was tasty, but overall it was a 2 star experience. There was poor customer service and I didn't feel any good vibes at all. They never acknowledged me or greeted me. They were not friendly. Next stop: the chopshop!
(2)Chris L.
I enjoy it here. Great prices for what you get and the product is fantastic every time. Try the PB balls, love them !
(4)Leah B.
Visiting from Omaha, Nebraska and wanted to start the day with something healthy. Had "the greenie" juice and it was delicious!!! Loved the atmosphere and the customer service was awesome. Thank you, I will be back later :)
(5)Cherry C.
1st time here! They would have received 5 stars BUT....the young man on the register was really nice, the lady B4 me was called 4 her order and a few minutes after I went 2 the counter to get the wifi info (that didn't show up in my iPhone) then that's when I noticed MY order just sitting there. The guy from the back DID NOT call my name. So what if I never got up? He claimed he wasn't the one to bring it out...looks like that's your job 4 the day. Anyway things happen maybe it was a "little" mistake who knows. I'm going to still have a "Fabulous" day! I had the Acai Banana Berry Bowl it was good but would have been better if that experience did NOT happen. You know I'm NOT going to 4get it. The bad thing about it is that this location is 5 min. from my home. I'm BIG on customer service- I have to deliver the best everyday to my clients and I expect the same. Anyway NO 5 Stars due to that happening to me today.
(4)Alyssa S.
Great experience & seems the kinks have been worked out! The greenie PB acai bowl is to die for!!
(5)Elizabeth T.
Good, a little slow. Somewhat pricey but good for when you don't have time to juice at home.
(4)E K.
Went in and got an amazing juice and had great customer service. The Asian girl was extremely helpful and answered questions I had about the cleanse. If you're looking for a juice cleanse this place is the least expensive and they have grab and go bags fresh pressed daily that contain the 6 juices you need. If you need a cleanse on a whim and don't want to wait or pre order just stop in and get their blue bag to go. The acai bowls looked amazing and their smoothies did too. I'll be back soon!! Only sucky thing is they don't have a land line phone. The company routes all calls through Corporate. Weird and not convenient
(5)Danielle R.
service is a little slow but the it is so worth the wait! the pitaya bowl is as good as it looks, it's bright pink and filled with amazing ingredients! it made me feel so full and satisfied after. also, Jenny is the nicest employee there! :-)
(5)Morgan G.
Their place is always clean! You get the swift scent of healthiness as soon as you walk in. Their acai bowls are great. I'm not so big on the juices (I cant be THAT healthy), but their smoothies are my jam. Always a great substitute to a lunch when you don't have time/are dieting.
(5)Hillary G.
Walked into this plsce felt very cozy. The staff was very knowledgeable of products and what's good to eat. They offer a Cleanse where all u do is drink the six bottles throughout the day, and u don't eat. U can have raw almonds. The one thing I noticed about the ingredients was they are fresh fruits and veggies. (Kale, ginger, spinach, coconut) etc. ...... for the six bottles of the Cleanse it's 48 dollars.
(5)Christine M.
Amazing yummy juices!!! Love stopping by for a super healthy snack. However because they force you to use a horrible loyalty app and poor customer service I only will only rate them at 3 stars. Sometimes I feel like they are bothered I am here ordering a drink.
(3)Hugh C.
Nice place. Everything looks clean and fresh. A little hard to fine but it is sandwiched between Jimmy John's and five guys burgers. A little bit of a wait but worth it for healthy options. The fresh juices and bowls are priced reasonably. Be sure to ask for 'light ice' they got a little heavy handed with it on the drinks I ordered.
(4)Demitrie K.
I was in yesterday and ordered a bowl and asked for strawberries one top. was told it was an uncharged (not a big deal) but when I got my bowl I left and when I looked at it in the car I only got one strawberry for a dollar! I was charged a dollar for one strawberry, I'm sorry but that's unacceptable in my opinion.. if you are going to charge me a dollar for extra fruit it better be more then one strawberry.. needless to say I will not be asking for "extra fruit" again on my bowl because it's not worth it.. very disappointed.
(1)Tena H.
It is so tempting to go here because there are not too many choices for fresh presses juices. Their juices are fresh pressed, however, I would only go if I have a good 20-30 minutes to wait for a juice. The staff spends too much time chatting with each other with. I sense of urgency to do their jobs. Service is soooooooo bad.
(1)Brett B.
I've become a big Nektar fan - and so far I think Nektar is seriously the best of the healthy juice bars in Phoenix right now. My path to Nektar juice bliss was a bit of a roundabout. I started as a fan of another fairly new juice operation in the area - Grabbagreen. I got addicted to the fresh juices at Grabba and visited then 3-5 times weekly for many months now. But then Grabbagreen started to strike me as Grabba-Greedy (you can read my review there as well). Nekter is the new juice & Acai bowl star in town, and they deserve your business. #1 is the quality of the juices and prices here are superb. MUCH lower prices for fresh juices than GrabbaGreen or Whole Foods (and a little more than Sprouts, which now has a $3.99 juice operation at some locations). They have a great menu of fresh juices and smoothie drinks as well. My favorite is the "Date Nut" consisting of a yummy blend of cashew nut milk, dates, banana, nutmeg and blended with ice. The nutmeg add a really interesting flavor note, and the cashew milk is a creamy dream! As others have said, the place is nice and clean inside - spotless and modern. Yes the service can be a tad slow at busier times, but since everything is made fresh to order I don't mind waiting 10 min for some drinkable deliciousness. My oldest daughter introduced me to the Acai Bowls here and they are AMAZING. So far I've tried the Açaà Banana Berry - with AçaÃ, banana, cashew nut milk, berries and hempseed granola and topped with bananas and berries. This is really like a meal or dessert in itself. The juices here are fresh and consistent. I would highly recommend Nekter for anyone looking to get a healthy treat - I love this place.
(5)Jenn T.
two thumbs up to the acai banana berry bowl! loved the atmosphere of this juice bar. I also tried the glow which was one of the juices featured. the celery in the juice was the dominate flavor so if you don't like celery I wouldn't recommend getting it. As for customer service... well could be a lot better, when I ordered my drink the girl had some attitude. Not hearing my order the first time because the blenders were loud she responded bluntly with "WHAT?" definitely not an appropriate way you talk to customers. I will be back for the acai bowl but hopefully I will have better service next time.
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