Nekter Juice Bar — Restaurant in Flagstaff

I’ve been going here (on & off) since the beginning of 2024. Every single experience has been off putting. Except, the first time I went was a good experience. I kept giving chances, hoping to have an experience like the first.

Previously, I would go in with a Midwestern smile. Despite the energy. Today, I was drained and dreading the hour drive back home to Valle (after having lived in Woodlands Village for a year). Today, I didn’t have much energy to put forth. I stayed on the phone with my fiancé. Before even stepping into the store, I was riddled with the same shivers I started getting a few months ago. I even went to the grocery store first, then back. Maybe the energy would shift if it wasn’t busy.

To preface- every other time I’ve stepped into the store, there are no other customers. When I had gone back today, there was no one in there. The energy was the same as always, though. Rolling eyes, hurried attitude (even though no one is in there), rude responses when asking questions, slamming into the doors in frustration (this one was new).

I understand the culture is different in the West, but the rude attitudes i’ve experienced are far past the daily Western attitude. To add, food & drinks are either an unstable 6/10 or a straight zero. I gave a lot of chances, more than i’m proud to admit to be honest.

All in all, it’s not worth it.

I debated on writing this review or not. Here I am, though. This is for energy sensitive people moving and/or visiting beautiful Flagstaff. • Juice Pub & Eatery, downtown, has larger portions, home-prepared tastes, and a comfortable seating area. The aesthetic is pleasing & the inside atmosphere is like stepping into another world.

If not for the time crunch & necessary grocery run… I would have gone anywhere else that makes smoothies in Flag. $13 for a mediocre shake & mediocre service just isn’t worth it in this economy. Many local Flagstaff smoothie bars serve good energy, good food, & competitive pricing. Eating Local is well worth it here...

Nektar has been my go to during cancer treatment and to help me stay on track if I need a quick health fix for breakfast/lunch. I've gone to various Nektars around the southwest and the Flagstaff bar is ok. They've had supply trouble with their gluten free granola. It seems like eveytime I order their bowls with GF they comment on having issues with supply. I'm not sure if it's just me, but I don't feel welcomed when I arrive or order, almost like I'm a burden coming in? I like that they have an app I can accumulate points with. I prefer the Local Juicery's quality ingredients and customer service, but their $18 bowls break the bank. Sometimes you just need a chain fast food smoothie/juice/bowl on the west side, that's what this place provides. No smile, no welcome, just a pick up online order and eat in your...

I placed an order but was unexpectedly delayed in picking it up. I called at 6:57pm and I believe I spoke to Lena. I apologized for the delay and let them know I was almost to Nekter. Lena was so kind on the phone and offered to bag everything up for me so I could run in and grab my order quickly.

I walked into the store- Lena and Kai (I might not have the spelling correct) reassured me that my tardiness was okay. They both provided me with the utmost customer service and kindness.

Oh, and of course my order was perfectly made and packed in the bag.

I have always loved Nekter because of the delicious and fresh options. Due to the excellent customer service specifically tonight, I am now y’all’s #1 fan.

I don’t usually write reviews but had to...