Smoothie King

A small [smoothie] for $ 4.69? Really? A bit pricey for a smoothie; sure, it may fill you up, but still, $ 4.69? That should have been a price for at least a medium. The smoothie itself? Not that bad tasting for a strawberry-​banana flavor. One question though: What is turbinado? Oh, it’s a type of cane sugar. But actually, my smoothie didn’t really taste that sweet, so thumbs up for that.
Since this is my first time at Smoothie King, I wish that it can spread out to a few more locations in the SoCal area instead of just Aliso Viejo and the Texas area — but that will have to wait until… whenever they will spread out.

Thank god smoothie king is finally in SoCal because Jamba Juice sucks!!! I moved here a little bit ago and have been so desperate for a good smoothie. Every single time I go to Jamba I overpay for a small little cup of battery tasting emulsion. This is the sweet nectar of the gods. Came by yesterday, had to over indulge and get a large smoothie, which is at least twice the size of my stomach contents, but that’s okay.
The guy at the location was solid. No complaints at all. This is what I wanted from my experience.
Do yourself a favor and swing by smoothie king.
Side note: Smoothie King please open more of these in California!!! Please!

Quality product at a decent price. I’ve never been disappointed with my order. My only complaint is the parking lot which can a challenge.

I want to start by telling you that my smoothie is fantastic and for $ 4.69 which I thought was a little steep was worth it so that is the good part. The bad part is the individual that you have working today is not helping your business at all. I walked in and nobody was in the front. I only had to wait about a minute, so once He can out I said to him «this is my first time here» no response. Then I asked «do you have juices?» And his response was no, just what you see on the board. Didn’t ask me what I was looking for, didn’t explain to me anything?! Even after I said this was my first time. Now I don’t know what I was expecting, maybe somebody to read the guest so to speak and realize that this WAS my first time and make a recommendation or something, that would have been nice. However? He did nothing of the sort and looked like he was just going through the motions. Kenny is the name on my receipt… Smoothie was great, just wanted to let you know about my experience. I have no desire to be back, however if he was accommodating I would say yes, definitely I will be back! I will keep goons to Jamba Juice I guess.

I love this place. Amazing smoothies and I am always greeted by the owner every time. The prices are amazing and I love the point system which you can earn free smoothies

An open letter to Smoothie King Management:
Hello,
Just to let you know I have had by far the worst experience at your Aliso Viejo store. This was my first time visiting and I was rather excited after reading all the wonderful reviews on Unilocal.When I walked in at 4:00pm two of your employees (both females) were behind the counter talking away. I was the only customer in the store. I never was greeted or asked if I needed help deciding on a smoothie. When I figured out what to order the cashier was so rude that I felt like I was invisible to them.
The cashier swiped my card a bunch of times, each time it didn’t go through she got irritated. Because she was more focused on her gossip fest she didn’t realize she was swiping the wrong way.
While my smoothie was being made they kept putting another girl down. Honestly I do not want to hear their personal drama.
My smoothie was placed on the counter without a thank you or enjoy.
I ordered a vegan protein smoothie which was not blended correctly and tasted horrible. I didn’t want to go back into the store and have to deal with their rude behavior.
If they are doing this to me, then they are probably doing this to other customers.
I will definitely not be returning and plan on telling everyone not to waste their money or time at this location.
Thanks!
Avoid my fellow Unilocalers Avoid!!!

This place has a small town feel. One of the original smoothie places that started the smoothie craze. Also the most natural flavors, least calories and also provides great vitamin supplements that truly make a difference in your day. There aren’t many of these places within close proximity like juice it ups… But they are way better than most juice places… So take advantage of it while you are nearby one or live by one… I recommend the Lean 1 or the pure recharge. Great work smoothie king and thanks for being genuine and caring for what’s beat for the human body. :)

If you’re in it for the health of it this may be your place. Their focus seems to be more in that area. If you’re in for flavor and likely a little less health Juice Stop is a tastier option.
I’ve compared the PEANUT BUTTER/​BANANA smoothie at both and Juice Stop is the clear winner. That being said, if I’m watching the «Lbs»…I will still hit Smoothie King for this drink.
Recently I ordered a PAPAYA SMOOTHIE and asked them to leave any other fruit out. I was attempting to replicate the Papaya Milk Smoothies famous in Taiwan. I’m not sure if I got the wrong «P» but this thing tasted nothing like papaya. I wondered if they tossed in some papaya powder or papaya fairy dust or maybe I received pineapple dust? I couldn’t really place the taste as it was obscure and really tasted like neither fruit. It wasn’t overly sweet yet wasn’t overly tart either. Persimmon? Peach? Pomelo? Pear? Plum? Pitahaya? Pomegranate? Passion fruit?
I know I stated that I wanted papaya but since we also ordered a Pumpkin smoothie possibly he got «cornfused»…
No clue but it was not good but yet not offensive…

I love Smoothie King, I probably go 2 – 3 times per week. I have never really cared for the staff as they are pretty much void of personality or eye contact or friendly smiles. But I have ignored it due to the proximatey to my house and the ease for a meal replace for me, during the hot days these really hit the spot. But today they lost a customer. Look when you are blending you cannot hear anything period, I get it. But if you didn’t hear me it is probably because you barely acknowledged my existance and turned your back when you confirm what I ordered. It is not my problem you then created another smoothie when I asked for an immune boost… then to say «you said you wanted the immune smoothie»…and sort of huff when I shook my head no as we are trying to discuss this while the blender is blaring at us both. POINTLESS to talk when the blenders are going. If you don’t enjoy your job, you don’t like being in customer service or in front of customers, you don’t want to be there that day, whatever… fake it. But don’t make a customer feel bad for showing up. Not a problem for me, I will find another smoothie place…

Delicious and nutritious! The employees are always friendly and fast. I find myself craving the Strawberry Lemon Twist– the perfect starwberry lemonade smoothie with some protein and natural sugars from honey. Whenever I decide to be more adventerous, they have a huge variety of smoothies I could reference. They are kind of pricey, but for the occasional sweet treat I don’t mind.

Always loved smoothie king. I got the peanut butter lovers and service was quick it didnt seemed packed its a hidden location somewhat but you can plus or minus your topping which is nice. CA needs more smoothie kings.

They have a great selection of smoothies here to help you feel like you are eating healthier. I have never seen more than one person working in the store, but they are super efficient so it doesn’t translate into a long wait. I imagine that that in the mornings, they are probably busier and have more staff to accommodate. I have tried probably about 4 different types of smoothies and they all tasted pretty much the same to me. I admit that I am not a smoothie connoisseur and cannot discern the finer points of «smoothiness». I admit with shame that I come here to get a quick fix when I don’t have much time for lunch, so I need something that can be sucked up through a straw and makes me feel full.

Okay smoothie but def not one of my favorites. I had the Acai one and it was very sweet. And $ 5 for a smoothie… wtf? I’ll make my own at home.

Great smoothies — the Angel Food is my favorite. They have «skinny» options for a lot of their flavors that put a regular size under 300 calories. If you live in the area, there is no reason you should be paying full price for a smoothie here. They have coupons all the time in the local circulars.

Angel food and carribean wayyyyy!!!

At last Smoothie King for my good friend Guy Tang. He’s been bragging about this juice place since I’ve met him. It’s good and healthy.

Smoothie king makes the best smoothies. its the turbinado sugar that makes a huge difference. and they don’t use frozen fruits but real fruits. and a lot of protein base smoothies which is healthier… and I love the strawberry Xtreme… that’s my favorite.

Kicks jamba’s ass.

You can’t beat the quality, hands down the best smoothies in the area. Oh, and they’re good for you too.

I think the smoothies are WAY too sweet. Even if they are using ‘natural’ sweeteners (turbinado, honey, etc.), I don’t need a cup of sugar added to a smoothie that’s already made with naturally sweet fruits.
Also, there’s quite a few things that come out of pumps… juices and syrups… bleh.
The reason for two stars instead of one is that they are usually pretty accommodating if you want to exclude certain ingredients.