Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Their smoothies are BOMB. Sooo good. Kinda of expensive but definitely worth it bc theyre big in size and delicious.

Because there is no Jamba Juice around here, I’ve had to find another smoothie place. The smoothies here are so refreshing and I never feel that nasty sugar crash after. The smoothies aren’t too thick but also aren’t too watery. They have great blends of smoothies that, yes, are pricey but it’s huge (24 oz). My favorites are the superfood smoothies and the supercharged smoothies. My friend substitutes mango for any added sugar, which I have now taken and do whenever I order my smoothies. It definitely adds the right amount of sweetness without added sugar, which makes me feel better about what I’m drinking. (Note: sometimes they’ll charge extra for this.) They have great customer service and are usually quick with the orders. I’ve been in and out in less than 10 minutes for sure.

Went here on a Saturday afternoon while walking around University Circle. The staff was very pleasant and helpful. I was not sure what I wanted to what to get and he was very patient and gave some great suggestions for my son. The store was clean. It was a nice day and we wanted to be outside and the guy behind the counter brought us our order; which I thought was a nice gesture. If I lived near here, I would come in more often.

I had stumbled in here around 9:50 the other morning and because of my lack-​of-​sleep-​induced haze I didn’t realize they actually weren’t open yet. Luckily I think the woman setting up behind the counter recognized that I was in serious need of a pick-​me-​up and any sentence longer than four words would confuse me so she happily took my order and made my Island Green with coconut and vitamin C.
A+ for customer service!

Customer service is great. And smoothies are awesome. As soon as I got in the cashier saw it was my first time there. He asked if he can help but I turned it down. When I told him what I wanted he said that’s good. But try this… He said since it is his suggestion, he will give me 10% off and if I didn’t like it he wouldn’t get me my original order. I went with his suggestion and glad I did.

Couple visits. Staff has been pleasant and helpful. As a vegetarian, appreciate the fake-​chicken options for the food. Place has been clean. Really can’t ask for much more.

Their Smoothies are to die for. The store is clean, employees usually nice and helpful. Great feeling overall.
Did i mention their smoothies are AWESOME!!!

This location is a very good spot for eating heakthy food. When the manager is present, the service is fantastic. He makes the environment what it is: awesome!
Great food, when prepared correctly.

I stopped by here today noticing the Artisan Tacos display. Stopped in and ordered a Mojo Fish and Chipotle chicken. They are served on 6 inch flour tortillas with fresh ingredients. The fish taco had a hint of cilantro and lime which was good. The chicken came with cheddar cheese. For 5 bucks you can get a superfood smoothie. I’m skeptical of the place because of poor reviews on here and because there are many. My experiences here have ranged from good to bad. I’ll give it a decent review for now.

The food and smoothies aren’t bad, but the service is awful. How does it take 9 minutes (seriously, I timed this) to make a smoothie and sandwich when I’m the only person in the place and there are three people working?
The smoothies are expensive when ordered by themselves, but a pretty good value at $ 3 if added to a sandwich. The «Get Up and Goji» is my favourite. Be warned, however, that all their smoothies are FILLED with sugar by default, with some having 600+ calories! Order with no sugar for a healthier option: they’re still plenty tasty.
The food is okay but rather uninspired. The menu looks fairly broad, but it really boils down to chicken or beef, with different bread and sauce. They often put too much sauce or no sauce at all, but almost never the right amount…
If you’re just looking for a mediocre fast food lunch with an okay smoothie thrown in, and have time to spare, Tropical Smoothie Café is a passable option, but there’s lots of better choices.

Mojito smoothie tastes like a warm location. The Caribbean breeze is fruity and zesty.
I don’t know about you, but I like to fight the chill with some coldness of my own. I love ice cream and milkshakes and smoothies on a cold wintery day. I don’t know what it is, but I always crave an ice cold treat when I’m cold.
Since I’ve had exams, I’ve been stopping in at the smoothie café to get dinner and a smoothie. I really like their toasted pita bread, which comes with a HUGE amount of chicken and a bag of chips, all for less than 5 dollars. The people who work there are pretty friendly. However, it is a little slow, but I mean, cooking takes TIME! They’re toasting your pita and loading it up with all sorts of goodness. Sometimes you’ve got to wait a little for the magic to happen. I’ve never had a problem with waiting in line or not getting what I want here.
The smoothies, if ordered with a meal, are only 3 dollars. Any smoothie. ANY. Even the specialty ones. I always get a smoothie with my meal. If you check out their options (there’s a detailed menu on the table in front of the cashier), you can check out all the nutrition facts too! They have some super light choices and some heavier options too. I usually try to get one of their specials because, well, I always get caught up with big font.

Slow, slow, slow, slow, slow. Food was drenched in sauce/​dressing. Staff was playing music loudly in the back with profanities and expletives, merrily singing along. Very unprofessional.
No thanks.

Smoothies are great, sandwiches are pretty good. They have a good smoothie/​half-​sandwich combo that is well priced (about $ 7, iirc). The prep is usually quick but it would be nice if they’d bring the meal to your table instead of staring at you blankly after you respond to them calling your name.

The food here is awesome. The first time I had the food it someone brought me take out while I was in the hospital. I thought it was awesome. Being skeptical that I would think anything great while in the hospital I stopped in for lunch. The food was just as good.
Both times I had the spicy tai chicken wrap. It rules. It could be a little spicier but I think that of everything I have ever eaten. The chicken has a good flavor, and wonton noodles add a nice crunch to it.
Only three stars for the ordering system. I won’t complain that the food takes a minute. Hey its fresh, I am willing to wait. Ordering was a little confusing during a crowded lunch, but maybe I am being a bit nit-​picky.

One of the only healthy options in the area, but it comes with god-​awful service. It opened up a few months ago, and you think they would have their kinks worked out by now.
There is barely enough room to stand in line for ordering. During the lunch rush, this is a huge problem. You don’t know who is in line where, and finding a place to stand while waiting for your food can be a hassle. Their salads and wraps are good, but take time to make. I waited almost 30 minutes for a salad once, making me late to work. Even then, the lady working behind the counter accidentally made it into a wrap, causing me to wait an extra 10 minutes. There’s no reason simple food should take that long to make.

I’m not sure I can give this place more than 3 stars for a few reasons.
1. The ordering/​pickup system is NOT well thought out, nor is it clearly marked/​people don’t pay enough attention for a system like this. When I came here, we ordered then got trapped in the back of the restaurant because the lunch line was taking over where it would be easiest to grab your food: down at the other end. Staff and customers can’t easily get to one another and create efficiency.
2. It’s a chain. I’m not a HUGE chain fan and while they have their merits, they make me wonder, especially when they’re branded as a «healthy» alternative. I’d rather go to a locally sourced tiny veggie stand to get my own fruit for a smoothie, or go to a unique one of a kind smoothie place. One where I can see my smoothie being made and it doesn’t just appear to me. I saw some being grabbed out of a small refrigerator, which gave me the impression that some were pre-​made, not fresh, and who knows what kind of sugars are added. Don’t get me wrong, my smoothie was tasty! But a mystery…
3. The food is actually pretty good and I felt healthier than I would have if I had gotten some BK or McD’s, but it certainly didn’t taste fresh. The chicken on my flatbread seemed a little processed and when I unwrapped it a mere 3 minutes later (how long it took me to wade through the crowd and get to the outdoor seating), the bread was fairly soggy. Like the smoothie, it was tasty, but a little mysterious.
I guess my issue is that I don’t buy into the health aspect of it, but I do like this place, don’t get me wrong. I’m just not sure it’s worth the chaos and trouble of trying to get your food in a timely and sensible manner. I’ll come back, but probably outside of the lunch time rush and see what happens.
I’d like to add that we waited at least 15 – 20 minutes for 2 flatbreads and 2 smoothies, which came out at COMPLETELY different times, though they were ordered back to back. Confusion. Pure confusion.

Not vouching for the service and parking is a challenge, but conveniently located in Univ. Circle at Euclid and Mayfield. Join the mobile community for some good deals right to your phone before stopping in.

The food here is both healthy and tasty. A winning combination for most people. Service is spotty. The restaurant has a good atmosphere; they play oldies music. Great alternative to Rascal House and Qdoba, the restaurants flanking it.

This place just opened in University Circle. The food is healthy, but can take some time to be ready. It will be interesting to see how the staff matures to handle the lunch rushes at this location.