Playa Bowls Rocky River Is Now Open on Detroit Road

Playa Bowls Rocky River has opened its doors at 19575 Detroit Rd., bringing açaí bowls, smoothies and cold-pressed juices to the River Square shopping center right next to Whole Foods Market. It is the Jersey Shore chain's newest Westside outpost, and if you have been looking for a fast, fruit-forward stop between errands, this is it.

Here is everything to know before you go — where to find it, when it is open, what to order and who is behind the counter.

Where Is Playa Bowls in Rocky River?

Playa Bowls Rocky River is located at 19575 Detroit Rd., Rocky River, OH 44116, in the River Square shopping center. The easiest landmark is Whole Foods Market — Playa Bowls sits in the same plaza, so the parking lot you already use for groceries is the parking lot you want.

•     Address: 19575 Detroit Rd., Rocky River, OH 44116

•     Phone: (216) 712-4734

•     Plaza: River Square, next to Whole Foods Market

•     Parking: Free surface lot shared with the rest of the center

The Detroit Road location makes it an easy stop from Lakewood, Westlake, Fairview Park and Bay Village, and it is a short hop off I-90 for anyone coming in from farther west.

Playa Bowls Rocky River Hours

The shop is open every day from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. That early open is worth noting — it makes Playa Bowls a legitimate breakfast option, not just an afternoon treat. Hours can shift around holidays, so it is worth a quick check on the Playa Bowls website or the store's social pages before a special-occasion trip.

What's on the Menu at Playa Bowls Rocky River

Everything is built to order with fresh fruit, which is the whole pitch. The menu breaks down into a few clear lanes:

Açaí and Pitaya Bowls

The bowls are the headliner. A blended superfruit base — açaí, pitaya (dragon fruit), mango or coconut — get stopped with granola, fresh fruit and finishes like peanut butter, honey, chia or Nutella. Signature builds include the Nutella Bowl, the Dragonberry, the Electric Mermaid, the Aloha and the protein-forward Power Bowl and Booster Bowl. Most bases are plant-based, and toppings are easy to swap.

Smoothies and Surf Quenchers

If you want the same flavors in a cup, the smoothie list covers the classics — strawberry banana, peanut butter and chocolate protein blends like the Dolce — alongside Surf Quenchers, lighter fruit refreshers built on a superfruit base rather than a thick blend.

Juices and Cold Brew

Cold-pressed juices round out the menu for anyone skipping the spoon, and there is cold brew on hand if you need caffeine with your fruit. Online ordering is available through the Playa Bowls site and app, and the Playa Rewards program tracks points on every visit.

Who Owns Playa Bowls in Rocky River?

The Rocky River shop is owned by Sean and Katie Reali, who brought the New Jersey–born brand to Cleveland's Westside. Local ownership shows up in the small stuff — the staff knows the regulars already, and the counter energy is a big part of why the place works.

What Is Playa Bowls? The Jersey Shore Backstory

Playa Bowls started in 2014 in Belmar, New Jersey, when surfers Rob Giuliani and Abby Taylor began selling açaí bowls out of a sidewalk cart, recreating what they had eaten on surf trips abroad. The cart turned into a storefront, the storefront turned into a franchise, and the brand has since grown past 400 locations across more than 20 states. Rocky River is one of the newest.

The Buzz Stopped In

We went. The energy is high, the staff is friendly, and it is exactly the kind of place to stop in for a quick, healthy bite — the sort of spot that works equally well after a workout, between errands or as a bribe for a kid who just finished swim practice. Bowls come out fast, and the counter has that beach-shop brightness that makes a 20-degree Cleveland February a little easier to take.

Playa Bowls Rocky River FAQ

Where is Playa Bowls in Rocky River?

Playa Bowls is at 19575 Detroit Rd., Rocky River, OH 44116, in the River Square shopping center next to Whole Foods Market.

What are Playa Bowls Rocky River's hours?

The store is open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Does Playa Bowls have vegan or dairy-free options?

Yes. Many of the bowl and smoothie bases are plant-based and built on coconut or almond milk, and toppings can be adjusted at the counter. Ask about specific ingredients if you have an allergy— nut butters and granola are used throughout the menu.

Can you order Playa Bowls Rocky River online?

Yes. Online ordering and pickup are available through the Playa Bowls website and mobile app, and catering can be arranged for larger groups.

What is the difference between açaí and pitaya?

Açaí is a dark purple Amazonian berry with a deep, slightly earthy flavor. Pitaya, dragon fruit,is brightpink, lighter and a touch sweeter. Both are blended into a thick, spoon ablebase and topped the same way, so it mostly comes down to taste.

The Bottom Line

Playa Bowls Rocky River fills a real gap on Detroit Road: a fast, genuinely fresh option that opens at 8 a.m. and does not require a sit-down commitment. Between the Whole Foods parking lot and a menu built on fruit rather than fryers, it is an easy add to the Rocky River rotation.

Playa Bowls Rocky River · 19575 Detroit Rd., Rocky River, OH 44116 · (216) 712-4734 · Open daily 8 a.m.–8 p.m.

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