Compact, laid-back cafe preparing organic açaí fruit bowls, coffee, yerba mate tea & smoothies. Based on 443 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.4 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
291 Water St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Phone: (831) 458-2224
Hours
| Friday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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9 AM–4 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–4 PM |
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Reviews
Jennifer Park
I got the Da Silva and added Gogi berries. I am from San Diego where you can find some good acai bowl (My goto spot in SD is Juice Kaboose in La Jolla and their Mega size is around $17). I was excited to try Samba Rock but was disappointed. I wish they gave more acai and the price was much higher than expected.
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Noelle Romberger
I love the acaì at this place. It’s the best in the area. I like all their options. The fruit is very fresh. The menu is very poorly organized so it’s kind of confusing to figure out at first. The service is pretty slow but I appreciate that they take their time. I disappointed that their prices have gotten so high. When I first starting coming a large was $10 and now it’s $18. It makes it so I can only come as a special treat instead of as a meal out option. I know times are hard for many businesses and prices are going up all over but it’s really too much for me.
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River Nomadic
It was good! They didn’t blend my almond butter into the açaí bowl for some reason so I had to do it by hand, which obviously didn’t work great with the cold açaí so it was super chunky
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joseph herbert
Literally, the best açaí bowl I’ve ever had. Really good. The staff is nice. The only thing is that the prices are pretty expensive, but it’s worth it.
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Natalie San Andres
I’ve tried a lot of açaí (including in Brazil) and the texture of this one is just weird. It should have a smooth consistency, not pieces of shaved ice. The flavor wasn’t bad, and the service was good. I just think you guys could blend the açaí better… I mean the bowl cost me $18…. overpriced for the quality.
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Jhomo Dawdu
Great vibe in here, stopped in for some Acai bowls, everything was fresh and on point, they also have little snacks like pao de queijo, and guaraná!
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Sean D’Souza
Great post workout treat. Tastes too good to be healthy! The acai base comes with a number of options to mix in, like passion fruit, banana, peanut butter, etc. There are then a number of set bowls to choose from with a variety of topping options, and other ways to customize your bowl. The pao de quiexo is also good, if you get there before they’re all gone.
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Nigel Lane
Amazing! I’ve never had this style of meal before. The acai is a frozen blended base and you pick which fruits and flavors are added to it. Filling and refreshing!
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jamie danielle
AMAZING ACAI BOWLS!!! I’ve had similar bowls at other local places and they don’t even come close to comparing. Samba Rock has delicious combinations and wide selection of toppings. The coconut cream on top of the acai is my favorite.
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Kanittha Ngamsopee (Kara)
Lovely spot with so many options to choose from! We decided to try to Pelé acai bowl and loved it. Very refreshing and filling!
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