America is experiencing a health-food revolution. Gone are the days when fat and greasy made the cut for a quick lunch. Instead, Americans in general and Virginians in particular are choosing flavorful yet healthier options. Enter, smoothies. Whether you’re in the mood for a protein-packed exercise supplement or a fruity burst of flavor, you’re going to want to come back again and again to the following best smoothie spots in Virginia.
Ginger Juice has two Richmond-area locations: one in Richmond proper, and another in nearby Henrico. The mission of Ginger Juice is “to nourish the souls of our consumers with all-natural juice for adults and children!” Besides juice, their smoothies are also delectable. Go for the Pitaya Power smoothie if you’re not sure which one to get.
Fruitive styles itself as a “plant-based organic restaurant” with locations in Virginia Beach and Norfolk, Virginia. Smoothie lovers should look for their “liquid meals.” But if you happen to be with a non-smoothie person, their superberry bowls, sandwiches, toasts, and much more.
Millie’s Living Café operates with one simple motive in mind: in the words of owner Millie Thomas, “Get you something good to eat.” The menu includes fresh juices, salads and wraps, bowls and smoothies. Our favorite? Dave’s Great Blue’dini, made with blueberry, banana nut mylk, sunflower butter, and granola.
The Alkalicious cold Pressed Juice Bar brings delicious, healthy, and clean cleansing options to Chesapeake, Virginia. According to their website, they offer “a selection of healthy beverages in the form of organic cold pressed juices, smoothies, refreshing alkaline water, workout shakes, smoothie bowls, wellness shots such as wheat grass, and light organic snacks.” That’s a long-way around the bottom line: Want a tasty smoothie? Come on down to Alkalicious.
Surf City Squeeze has multiple Virginia locations, including one in Richmond and another in Fredericksburg. Originally created in 1981 in Phoenix, Arizona, they’ve taken the east coast by storm. Their “proprietary smoothie mix is what makes our delicious smoothies special enough to make up 90%” of their menu. Sugar lovers will die for the chocolate covered strawberry.