Smoothie King

I am currently trying to bulk up, so I decided to stop by for the first time to check out their protein smoothies. To my delight, they have a huge selection, including many for those drinking for fitness. So I wanted something with high protein content and was recommend the 32oz. Gladiator Smoothie (w/​choice of two fruits). I didn’t pay attention to the price, thinking «it’s just a smoothie, it can’t be that much».
It was $ 8.00 after tax. Some people may think that’s about right. Heck, some may think that’s a steal. I was thinking that I had better turn into the darn Incredible Hulk after drinking it. I almost may very well have done so due to the rage that ensued.
Just kidding, I wasn’t mad… just unpleasantly surprised. That’s too expensive a smoothie for me when I’d rather pay for real food for the same price. I’ve had delicious smoothies from other places that was a lot less expensive than that.
So, I doubt I’ll go there again unless it’s against my will. I won’t give it just one star though. There are some positives.
As mentioned, they have a great selection and variety of smoothies. Also, the smoothie I begrudgingly purchased didn’t taste bad at all. It was good. Not $ 8 good, but good. It’s worth noting that it didn’t have that overwhelming protein powder taste to it like many other high-​protein smoothies I’ve had.
UPDATE: The bulk never came. It never came.

Being from Louisiana, I’m a huge Smoothie King fan. Lately they’ve changed all of their recipes and no longer use any real fruit. Their general smoothie recipe is now 90% ice and 10% fruit juice. GIANT waste of money as it probably costs them about 50 cents to make a large. You can do better.

I come here frequently on my lunch break from work, and it always provides a refreshing alternative to the typical Pizza, Burgers, fries, etc. that often become ubiquitous with office lunchtime.
They have about any type of Smoothie you can dream of, but I tend to stay conservative with my order as the price can jump in a hurry.
I normal small smoothie without any «added» supplements will run you just under $ 5.
Also, if you come here a lot, I’ve found it’s smart to just buy yourself a gift card. With a $ 30 gift card purchase, you receive a free small smoothie on the spot.
The $ 30 card is conveniently divisible by 6 small smoothies, so you’ll end up on top of this deal – as well as a provided incentive to come here, instead of the aforementioned greasy pizza alternative… especially if you’re trying to lose a few LBs.

If you want a smoothie made with quality ingredients, this is your spot! I don’t come often… usually after a good workout if I can’t make it at home. Make sure you ask questions if you’re curious… they use turbinado which I can’t take the taste of and always get mine without it. Just like everything else, this place is a little pricey but they make very good smoothies that will accommodate everyone.

Now I remember why I only get a smoothie once every 2 years.
I can’t afford them.
$ 13 something for a medium and a small smoothie, wow. I think I’ll stick with costco’s smoothies.

Seriously? Are these smoothies made with some prized Tibetan yak enzyme or something? What on earth justifies a smoothie costing 8.99???
Even the smoothies that had nothing «special» about them except a little protein powder were 6.99 or so for a medium.
It’s frozen fruit, people! I’m from California, and was hoping to find a place to stop periodically, but at these prices, I just felt ripped off.

I agree with the other folks. I always get the orange (sunrise I think) and it is wonderful. They also have a great mango smoothie. IN fact, I like everything in the store. I will change the name of my dogs to Smoothie and King, that is how much I like this place.

This is the only place I trust and can depend on to make a delicious-​tasting smoothie. The ingredients are fresh and the staff are SO FRIENDLY.
They offer a great variety of smoothies ranging from protein shakes to «bulk-​up» smoothies, energizing, and smoothies that you can treat as a snack or indulgence.
My personal favorites are Strawberry Extreme, Grape Expectations II, Peach Slice Plus and Passion Passport.

I hit this place up at least once a week. You can get a fat-​ass smoothie if you want, or you can get a super-​duper health freak smoothie. I need that diversity in my life, as sometimes I’m more into yummy and sometimes I’m more into healthy hippy stuff.
It’s a great place to visit after yoga or another workout, and sometimes, if I’m really good, I can make a smoothie function as my lunch. They also sell these almonds that are coated in all kinds of goodies. My favorite are the maple ones.