So where was the acai in my acai bowl. this place is a waste of time and money
Response from the owner · August 16, 2026
Hi Bailey, we’re very sorry to hear about your experience. This is not the experience we want any of our customers to have. Our açaí bowls are prepared using Nékter’s standard recipe, which includes a measured serving of açaí blend as the base, with space reserved for granola, fresh fruit, and other selected toppings. Every bowl should still contain the full standard portion. If your bowl contained less açaí than expected, we sincerely apologize, and we would be happy to offer you a complimentary remake. However, we were unable to locate an order associated with the name on your Google profile, so please allow us to make this right for you by emailing your order number or receipt to [email protected] and helping us investigate this matter in detail. We look forward to your cooperation in this matter and assure you that you will not face the same issue again at our facility.
I ordered two BYO Açaí Banana Berry Bowls, and unfortunately, both bowls had a very small amount of açaí, probably only around two tablespoons. The bowls were mostly banana and berries, and there wasn’t enough açaí to really taste it.
I understand that portions can vary, but it was a little disappointing since açaí is supposed to be one of the main ingredients of the bowl. I just wish there had been a bit more açaí so the bowl tasted more like an Açaí Banana Berry Bowl. Hopefully the portioning can be improved in the future!
Update after the owner’s response:
Thank you for taking the time to respond. I do appreciate that you reviewed the order and explained how the açaí base is prepared. However, I would like to clarify a few things.
My concern was never that I expected the entire bowl to be pure açaí. I understand that the base is blended with other ingredients. My expectation was simply that there would be a reasonable amount of açaí in the bowl, especially since it is an Açaí Banana Berry Bowl. From what I received, there appeared to be only around a couple of tablespoons worth of açaí, with the majority of the bowl being banana. There was so little açaí that I could barely taste it. I understand that the recipe may have been followed according to your standards, but I was disappointed with the final proportion of açaí in the bowl.
I also want to clarify the situation regarding the reviews and accounts. I did not make multiple reviews from multiple accounts. I ordered two bowls—one for myself and one for my friend. My friend was also disappointed with their bowl and independently wanted to share their own experience. We are two different customers who received two bowls from the same order and had similar concerns.
I also did not appreciate receiving five phone calls within approximately 30 minutes regarding my review. After the third call, a voicemail was left explaining that the business cares about reviews because it is a new location and that the recipe had been followed. I understand that reviews are important to a new business, but I provided my phone number through my Nékter account for purposes related to my order, not with the expectation that it would be used to contact me repeatedly to discuss a review.
I respect that you wanted an opportunity to explain your side, but I would have preferred that the review simply be responded to through the platform rather than receiving multiple calls in such a short period of time.
My intention with the review was simply to share my honest experience and explain why I was disappointed. I hope this feedback can be useful as you continue improving the new location
Response from the owner · August 13, 2026
Thank you Sergio for taking the time to share your feedback. We take every customer review seriously, and as a newly opened business with a new team, feedback like this is especially important to us because it gives us an opportunity to identify areas where we can improve.
We did try to reach you using the phone number associated with your order so that we could better understand your concerns and discuss the preparation of your bowls. Unfortunately, despite multiple attempts to contact you, we have not yet been able to reach you. We did leave a voicemail, and we noticed that a transcription of that voicemail has been uploaded with your review. We would still very much appreciate the opportunity to speak with you directly so that we can better understand your experience and address your concerns personally.
We have also reviewed your order receipt carefully for reference. Your order was placed as two BYO Açaí Banana Berry Bowls, with no blueberry inside and no strawberry inside, along with the other customizations shown on the receipt.
We also want to clarify that Nékter’s Açaí Banana Berry base is a blended preparation, rather than a separate layer of pure açaí placed underneath the toppings. The standard base incorporates açaí with other ingredients, and your order specifically requested that blueberry and strawberry be excluded from the blend. As a result, the appearance, texture, and overall balance of a customized bowl can differ from a traditional açaí bowl that may have a more substantial layer of açaí puree. Based on the receipt, our team prepared the order according to the customizations that were entered.
We completely understand, however, that the final product may not have matched what you expected, and we are genuinely sorry that you were disappointed. We also noticed that the same concern appears to have been shared from two accounts across multiple platforms. We completely respect your right to share your experience and understand how important it is for customers to be able to provide honest feedback. This is why we have made several attempts to reach you directly. Our sincere hope is that we can have the opportunity to speak with you, understand your concerns, and work toward a resolution that leaves you feeling heard and respected.
As a new Manteca location, we are still learning and refining our processes, and we genuinely value the opportunity to improve. We would appreciate the chance to speak with you directly and understand your concerns further. Please reach out to us at [email protected]. We would sincerely appreciate the opportunity to make this right and would be happy to offer you a complimentary remake of your bowls. Your feedback is extremely important for us, and your support and cooperation in this matter will go a long way in helping us grow our newly found venture.
Absolutely loved this location of Nectar Juice Bar! Everything tasted so fresh and delicious, and you can really tell they use quality ingredients. The staff was super friendly and welcoming, and the place has such a nice, clean atmosphere. So happy to have a spot like this in the area. Definitely coming back to try more of the menu!
Great spot for healthy food, highly recommend it . Staff is great they are very welcoming, will definitely be making this my go to spot!
Response from the owner · August 12, 2026
Thank you for the fantastic feedback! We're thrilled to be your go-to spot for healthy food. Our team loves making everyone feel welcome, and we can't wait to see you again soon. If you're in the mood for something refreshing, try one of our superfood smoothies next time!
Had a great first experience at Nekter Juice Bar! Everything tasted fresh and the atmosphere was really nice. The employees were friendly and doing their best to help everyone. They’re a new team, so be patient with them as they get everything down. Excited to come back!😊
Response from the owner · August 12, 2026
Thank you for the 5 stars and for sharing your first experience with us! We're glad you enjoyed the fresh flavors and welcoming atmosphere. Our team is working hard to make every visit enjoyable, and your patience means a lot. We can't wait to see you again soon!
Such a great spot for a healthy meal or snack! Everything tasted fresh and high quality, and I loved knowing I was getting something nutritious without it feeling boring. The smoothies and bowls were both delicious. Highly recommend!
Response from the owner · August 12, 2026
Thank you for the fantastic feedback! We're thrilled you enjoyed our smoothies and bowls. It's great to hear that you found a healthy meal that doesn't compromise on taste. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to serving you again soon!
Nektar is really good! The drinks taste fresh and yummy, and the workers are super nice. My order came out fast, and everything looked clean. I liked my smoothie a lot and would definitely come back again. I think other people should try it too. 5 stars!
Response from the owner · August 12, 2026
Thanks a bunch for the fantastic 5 stars! We're thrilled you enjoyed your smoothie and had a speedy, pleasant experience with our team. It's awesome to hear you'd recommend us to others. We can't wait to welcome you back for another refreshing treat!
Amazing customer service and everything is made fresh to order and made with so much care! Very delicious! My wife and I love it here, highly recommend. Thank you Simran, keep up the amazing work.
I'm genuinely happy to have such a healthy and tasty choice nearby. I'm super into their chia pudding and acai bowls. Even with tons of online orders coming in, they really look after the walk-in customers too. It's sad when I see people being mean to staff - you all work hard and don't deserve that. Show some respect and patience because your food won't appear instantly!!!!!
Catherine W.
Staff was friendly and made sure I had everything I needed before I left. Everything was also fresh and ready when promised.