BARE Blends
1475 Western Ave, Albany, NY
Crema's Take
“BARE Blends is an Albany institution that's evolved beautifully from its yoga studio roots into a destination for thoughtfully crafted vegan and gluten-free fare, where the smoothie bowls and creative wraps feel as intentional as the ingredients themselves. What sets them apart isn't just their commitment to dietary inclusivity—it's the genuine care in execution, with regulars returning again and again for seasonal flavor experiments and unexpected ready-to-go finds like white chocolate matcha and cinnamon waffles. Fair warning: it's not the cheapest spot in town, but for the quality and the welcoming community vibe, many think it's worth the splurge.”
What to expect
Strong matcha and tea selection, with creative signature drinks. Quick-grab spot. Pastries and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
$18.90 for a bowl and a lemonade, it’s an extra $4.50 for granola on top, kinda ridiculous, cashier wasn’t that friendly
What a great location! The menu is also fantastic with the expanded items - I got the Caesar wrap and loved it. They also have some rarer ready to go items, like muffins, cookies, white chocolate matcha balls!! I tried the cannoli muffin recently and omg it's luxurious!! Not too…
I have been a Bare Blends fan since they opened their first location attached to the Hot Yoga Spot in Albany. I love trying all the new flavors and menu items as they are added. Truly nothing disappoints! Having so many locations around the capital district, I know I can always…
Classic smoothie bar and health food style spot but all vegan and gluten free so their whole menu can be enjoyed by everyone! Their salads are so delicious I loved the fresh and bright flavors of the Thai salad, while the salads are very well priced, their juice is tasty but…
Delicious offerings and appears everything on the menu is very vegan friendly. Tried the Chai smoothie which was very yummy; mini garlic waffles with guacamole and balsamic side salad; Mini sweet cinnamon waffles with blueberries, almond butter, and side of chopped strawberries.…
Crema Reviews
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