If you are deciding between a smoothie and an açaí bowl, the biggest differences are texture, toppings and how you plan to eat it. Both can start with fruit, but they create very different café experiences.
What is an açaí bowl?
An açaí bowl is typically a thick blended base served in a bowl and eaten with a spoon. Renew's current Açaí Bowl is blended thick and topped with fresh fruit, granola, honey and chia.
What is a smoothie?
A smoothie is blended to drink through a straw or from a cup. Renew offers fruit blends, green smoothies, protein-forward smoothies and other specialty combinations.
Which is easier on the go?
A smoothie is generally easier to carry when you are commuting, running errands or taking lunch back to work. An açaí bowl is better suited to sitting down with a spoon because of its thick base and toppings.
Which one is more filling?
That depends on the ingredients and portion. An açaí bowl with granola, fruit and chia can be substantial. A smoothie with protein, nut butter, seeds or other filling ingredients can also have more staying power than a simple fruit blend.
Which one works better for breakfast?
Either can work depending on your appetite. The Açaí Bowl is a spoonable breakfast option, while a smoothie such as Bulk Me Up can be a more portable choice.
Açaí bowls and smoothies in Lauderhill
Renew at Raspitality serves both alongside breakfast and lunch items. Browse the current Café Menu for available smoothies, bowls and food.
Frequently asked questions
Does Renew have an açaí bowl?
Yes. Renew's current Açaí Bowl includes a thick açaí blend with fresh fruit, granola, honey and chia.
Are açaí bowls and smoothies the same thing?
No. Açaí bowls are thicker and designed to be eaten with a spoon, while smoothies are designed to drink.
Which should I choose if I am in a hurry?
A smoothie is usually easier to take on the go. An açaí bowl is better when you have time to eat the toppings with a spoon.
Related: Best Smoothies in Lauderhill and Fresh Juice vs. Smoothies.