According to a recent permit filing, smoothie and fruit bowls chain Playa Bowls will open later this year at 2193 Quarry Trails Dr. Currently, the only Playa Bowls operating in Ohio is on the campus of Ohio State University.
What Now Columbus spoke with franchisee Brett Coleman about the timeline for opening and Coleman said right now they’re eyeing a late fall launch. The Quarry Trails location is currently under construction, but when it’s complete, the building will feature inside seating as well as a covered patio.
The building is situated on a piece of land that overlooks the falls at Quarry Trails, an outdoor space the city converted from an abandoned quarry site into a recreational area. When Playa Bowls opens, customers can visit by biking, walking or driving to the location, but it will also be accessible for those who have arrived by water through kayak, canoe or paddle board.
Customers can expect to find fruit based bowls made from acai, pitaya and banana, as well as smoothies, juice options including fresh and bottled cold-pressed and coffee.
According to its website, the chain, which was founded by a pair of surfers on the Jersey Shore, is known for serving healthy bowls and smoothies, all while keeping the community in mind by opting for serveware that supports environmental sustainability, like their spoons that are made from a plant-based material. The franchise started in 2014 in Belmar, New Jersey and currently has over 170 stores in more than 10 states.
