Summer is the season of smoothies and juices. There’s just something so restoring about an ice-cold smoothie on a hot summer day. Whether you prefer a strawberry banana shake or ginger turmeric juice, we rounded up the hottest smoothie spots around Hudson County to quell your cravings. From smoothies and acai bowls to juices and snacks, read on for some of Hoboken and Jersey City’s juice + smoothie shops for that sweet, refreshing summer tang.
Acai Ya Later | 203 Washington Street, Hoboken
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If you’re looking for healthy food catering, Acai Ya Later in Hoboken offers catering for Acai Bowls and smoothies around the North Jersey area for your summer smoothie events. Signature smoothies like “Last Night Was Mad Real” and “Coco Loco” are must-tries. And if you’re running it solo, stop by for your choice of juice-based or power-green smoothies. You can also create your smoothie + pick from bases such as almond milk, coconut water, pineapple juice, and orange juice — so it’s all dairy-free and vegan.
Berri Berri Smoothie & Juice | 755 West Side Avenue
This Jersey City spot serves up smoothies, freshly-squeezed juices, oatmeal, veggie wraps, and protein shakes. The protein shakes are made with almond or coconut milk, making them vegan-friendly. Whether you opt for a Berri Meri, Berri Hulk, or Berri Sweet smoothie, you’ll be sure to leave feeling refreshed and satisfied. The menu is large and full of many choices, so the toughest thing you’ll have to do here is to figure out what you’re craving.
Cali Shakes | 490 Central Avenue, Jersey City
Specializing in green and fruit smoothies as well as milkshakes, Cali Shakes in Jersey City strives to provide healthy fast food alternatives to a not-so-healthy world. With holistic ingredients on a colorful menu featuring juices such as “Orange Ya Glad” and “Cupid’s Crush,” Cali Shakes Juices and Smoothies are awesome for a cleansing detox. Milkshakes are made with your choice of custard or frozen yogurt if you’re craving some dairy, and many of the Cali Shakes are made with coconut milk if you’re looking for a dairy-free route.
Fruiti Fi | 404 14th Street, Hoboken + 400 Claremont Avenue, Jersey City
Fruiti Fi is Hoboken’s newest juice shop, serving colorful, healthy, and delicious juices and smoothies. The complete menu features juices, smoothies, wellness shots, and a kids’ menu with vegetarian and vegan options. Fruiti Fi also serves up 100% cold pressed juices without any additives so you can feel like a kid again — but without all the added sugar. “The Smooth Energy,” “Protein Oats,” and “Co-Mango” are all great smoothie options. This is a great spot for cool juices and cool vibes.
Frutta Bowls | 100 Town Square Place, Jersey City
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Frutta Bowls has you craving colorful smoothies in Jersey City. With smoothies like “Pink Flamingo” and “Green Machine,” get a taste of summer on the go. The smoothies are all made with almond, coconut milk, or water, making them all dairy-free. Using only natural fruit juices and sugars, Frutta Bowls keep the health in healthy food with a wide array of sweet smoothies. It also features some delicious acai and pitaya bowls as well, ideal for an energizing summer breakfast.
Golden Green Leaf Juice | 125 Marshall Street 7th Fl, Hoboken
Golden Green Leaf Juice was started by a local couple, who were former professional basketball players. Juice, smoothies, and gluten-free snacks are available for either pickup — which is located inside XCEL on Marshall Street — or local delivery. Customers can even directly DM Golden Leaf and they will work around your schedule to have your juices delivered.
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Jungle Juice | 1016 Washington Street + 417 Washington Street, Hoboken
Jungle Juice has two locations in Hoboken on 10th Street and 4th Street for wherever your juice craving hits you. With a focus on all-natural ingredients and a healthy lifestyle, Jungle Juice is a family-owned business that will cater to any juicy request. Acai bowls, Pitaya bowls, veggie juices, smoothies, milkshakes, and add-ons are available. This is the spot for those who prefer dairy smoothies — smoothies come with non-fat yogurt or sherbet. There are vegan green smoothies and vegetable juices as well, on top of acai and pitaya bowl options.
Nature’s House | 159-61 Newark Avenue, Jersey City
Nature’s House is a one-stop shop for healthy living. With vitamins and healthy products as well as a fully-functioning juice + smoothie bar, there are so many options for good-for-you purchases. There’s a Golden Mylk smoothie with turmeric, ginger, mango, banana, honey, cinnamon, and almond milk, as well as an apple pie smoothie with apple, oats, walnuts, ginger, banana, honey, cinnamon, and almond milk — among many other smoothie choices. There are lots of add-ons, like flax, chia, magnesium, and even CBD. Plus, all of the juices are targeted at different health functions, like boosting immunity, improving blood circulation, and decreasing inflammation.
Nute Juice | 457 Baldwin Avenue
In 2022, Nute Juice’s founders decided to launch their juice delivery business right in the heart of Jersey City. One of their juices, Tumeric Sunshine, is made out of pineapple, carrot, turmeric root, lemon, and black peppercorn. Another favorite is Blue Shark, made out of pineapple, lemon, apple, lime, and blue spirulina.
Playa Bowls | 100 Hudson Street, Hoboken
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From smoothies and cold-pressed juices to coffees and acai bowls, Playa Bowls Hoboken brings you a slice of summer whatever time of year. The smoothies are all made with non-dairy kinds of milk like almond, coconut, and cashew milk.
Purely Juiced | 262 1st Street, Hoboken
Purely Juiced in Hoboken’s first cold-pressed juice spot features a selection of vegan, raw, cold-pressed juices; smoothies; juice cleanses; meal cleanses; desserts; and snacks. Its menu is grab-and-go and is made in batches daily. If you’re on the run, Purely Juiced is the way to go.
Shaka Kitchen | 110 Washington Street + 720 Monroe Street e103, Hoboken
Shaka Kitchen by Food Network’s “Chopped” champion Kiersten Gormeley brings Hawaiian bowls, smoothies, and juices to Hoboken. Featuring a wide variety of seasonal smoothies, juices, and bowls on their expansive menu, Shaka Kitchen has something for everyone — and then some. What’s more, all the smoothies are gluten-free, soy-free, and vegan, plus they have lovely names like “Coconut Island” and “Clean Complexion.” On experience, taste, and star power alone, Shaka Kitchen is not one to be missed.
The Juice Box | 150 Bay Street
Jersey City resident Charlie Taylor opened up The Juice Box, drawing from his passion for fitness. He used his expertise in nutrition and athletic performance to curate the best possible juice for customers. Juice Box makes both freshly made juices and smoothies. Smoothie options include the Ultra Violet, made with acai, strawberry, blueberry, and banana; and the Almond Joy, made with avocado, almond milk, almond butter, pink sea salt, cinnamon, and maple syrup. The juice choices include freshly squeezed orange juice and 24 Carrots, made of carrot, pineapple, orange, apple, and ginger.
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Vibez Juice & Vegan Cafe | 82 Hutton Street, Jersey City
Vibez aims to serve up completely vegan, healthy, and delicious options. Some of the juices on the menu are ‘Green Vibez,’ with green apple, celery, cucumber, and spinach; ‘Strong Vibez,’ with celery, ginger, green apple, kale, and spinach; and ‘Immune Booster,’ with carrot, ginger, and pineapple, to name a few. You can even choose up to 4 fruits and vegetables and make your own juice or smoothie.
