Trendy, delicious, and kind of nutritious: smoothies are taking the capital by storm. But be warned, advertising can be deceptive – many smoothies are the nutritional equivalent of a cheesecake. Luckily, most places allow you to customize your own drink, so opt for fresh produce and chia seeds, and skip on the sugar. Read on for our round-up of DC’s top five smoothie joints.
Smoothie King’s pros include the franchise’s extensive menu, wide variety of proteins, and added nutritional supplements. Unfortunately, the amount of sugar packed into their smoothies makes them more of a dessert than a healthy snack, and the veggies and fruits are mostly powdered. Regardless, try the Pomegranate Punch or Lemon Twist Strawberry for a delectable, sweet treat.
Smoothie King, 621 Connecticut Ave NW #100, Washington, DC, USA, +1 202 239 5590
Customers at Robeks rave about the açai bowls, which consist of the trendy superfood, açai fruit, along with a blend of yogurt, granola, and other fruits. The quality of the products is always prime, offering consistently fresh produce, but the service is lacking. It’s slow; the same person working the cash register makes your smoothie. The extra proteins and health supplements distract from the unnecessary additives. To avoid sugar, stay away from the sherbet.
Robeks, 4523 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC, USA, + 1 202 244 1784