Last week, I wrote about the juicing phenomenon and how it has swept through the Valley with a startling pace. Well, folks, it’s only expanding more, and in our very own downtown Phoenix! I’d like to focus on a new place that’s opened for your juice, smoothie and health-food needs: Grabbagreen.
I got in touch with Grabbagreen, a healthy Scottsdale-based restaurant that promotes nutrition in an ambient atmosphere. Currently, Grabbagreen has two Scottsdale locations: one off Loop 101 and Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard and another off Scottsdale Road and Shea Boulevard.
However, I’m happy to say that a new location of this chain will be opening up at CityScape in December!
CityScape is a great location to visit during long breaks you may have between classes or at lunchtime if you work downtown. It not only offers a great workout option at Gold’s Gym, but it will also now offer a healthy eating destination with Grabbagreen, where you can get your smoothies, juices or salads if you’re on the go!
One thing Grabbagreen strives to be is a positive alternative to unhealthy fast-food options. They specialize in food on the go, with pre-bottled juices, pre-made salads, healthy cookies and protein bars. Taking advantage of this healthy place would not only benefit your figure, but also would be a toast to your longevity.
Kelley Bird, owner of Grabbagreen, shared what makes Grabbagreen so unique.
“We just knew people wanted healthy foods,” Bird said. “My business partner and I have small children, and when we would try to go get healthy food, we would get bombarded with unhealthy options. So we decided to come up with Grabbagreen, where every choice is a good choice.”
Bird said the business wants to be a part of the growing downtown community as it offers urban residents the benefits of eating healthy.
So what does Grabbagreen offer, and why is it so great?
Its posh-but-soothing atmosphere caters to the health of customers, as they serve wholesome meats, a variety of juices, smoothies and gourmet salads.
The staff was efficient, friendly and helpful — especially to those new to Grabbagreen’s diverse menu.
Drinks such as the many juices they offer are made fresh right away and their veggies and fruits are broken down to a perfected blend.
Personally, it was one of the best restaurant experiences I’ve had, and I highly encourage everyone to visit the new downtown location when it opens!
Stay healthy, my friends!
Contact the columnist at wshahid@asu.edu
