Ohana Nutrition Smoothies & Teas — Restaurant in La Mesa

Yesterday was my first visit to this wonderful place (and it certainly won't be the last !). As a senior citizen, I have to admit that I am not the "gym" type-but I do try to stay active and eat healthy. The olden days stereotype of health food tasting like grass could NOT be further from the truth here at this place. As EVERYTHING was soooooo delicious. MORE importantly however was the feeling that it left me with for the rest of the entire day. It was astounding. I literally had a new "stride in my step" if you will. The owner's nutrition and ingredient knowledge was very impressive. There prices are extremely reasonable. They took the time to recommend some delicious healthy drinks for me, from a refreshing aloe tea to a frosted protein shake (that tasted JUST like apple pie)-each of which REALLY hit the spot on a warm day for sure. *Who would have known that Aloe comes in 4 different flavors: Grape, Mango, Cranberry, and Mandarin Orange? I even had "greens" added to my shake and never would have known it, as I couldn't ever even taste the "greens". Next visit I have a dilemma, do I pick the............... -Banana Cream Pie, -Butter Pecan Ice Cream, -Caramel Frap, -Cafe Hula Pie, -Cherry Chip, -Chunky Monkey, -Mint Chip, -Smores, -Berry, -Oatmeal Cookie, -Brownie Batter, -Banana, -Fruity Pebbles, -Mango Colada, -Peanut Butter Oreo shake or.... something else ? *They even have straws that actually allow you to enjoy your milkshake. as they are larger around (go figure ?). Do I add: Fat reducer, Collagen, Fiber, Immunity Support, Extra Protein, Greens, Electrolytes, Probiotics, or nothing ? Should I have an iced tea (with or without caffine) ? A coffee (with or without caffine) ? Oats ? a Waffle, Or, one of each ? It's like a desert bar in disguise where YOU pick your own HEALTHY ingredients, and they do all the work ! The flavors are seasonal and vary throughout the year as well :) And everything tastes SO much better than the fake, processed, chemical "chain" stuff. Apparently, there is even a "Waffle Wednesday" as when I entered, there was an inviting aroma of a freshly made waffle just being served that I could almost taste. It is clean. There are comfortable places to sit, tables, interior climate control, a clean restroom, and a really fresh and inviting atmosphere. You can come alone, or with a group of friends to partake. They are centrally located and have plenty of parking right outside the door. There was a constant stream of regulars who knew what they wanted. Me (as a newbie) was a bit overwhelmed at first. There are so many choices. I had a lot of questions. They were very patient and happy to answer them for me. *They can also help design a menu item with your very own personal goals/needs/wants in mind for no extra charge. The owners' kind and caring manner made me feel right at home. They are a standalone business. They are not "corporate". Their fresh ingredients are custom ordered-just for this store, not bought in "bulk", sitting around in a hot warehouse somewhere offsite for months. They display what old fashioned customer service is truly ALL about. They genuinely care about each and EVERY customer, and it shows. *Curious of what the name Ohana meant, I looked it up. It means family (not just blood)-strength-sense of community-love-friends-support-nobody gets left behind, etc. That is a perfect name for this place, AND for these people. You owe it to yourself to try them. Skip the fast food milkshake, coffee, or tea. I.E. Baskin Robbins, DQ, or Starbucks. Come here and get the same "taste, texture, and flavor", BUT in a straight up HEALTHY form-that will leave you feeling great for the entire rest of the day. Verses the "crash" that you feel after eating processed sugar, & chemical junk. Spend your money on something that will be GOOD for your body instead ! You will be glad that you did ! Ohana Nutrition 7432 University Avenue La Mesa Ca Open from 7:00-1:00 Monday thru Friday and 8:00-1:00 on...

Aloha spirit lives here in San Diego! Ohana Nutrition is like family to everyone that enters the door. Warm inviting smiles and cheerful greetings from Lisa, J.J., Gabby, and staff! The drinks made here are not only nutritious, but onolicious as well! The shakes and refreshers are pack with nutrients that will propel your day in the right direction! It has everything I need after a hard workout at NXPT (best gym next door): protein, muscle recovery, and most of all..energy! Working in the medical field it also provides the mental clarity I need to make possible life-saving decisions!

Ohana Nutrition is also a place to hang out and talk story…to share, laugh, and love. Add this to place to your normal routine and treat your body, mind, and...

Needed a place for protein shakes and found this one after doing a Google search. Lisa and JJ are incredibly friendly and provide the best service, even creating a special shake to accommodate all my food allergies. I always come here after my workouts and stay for longer than I should because the vibes are immaculate. Come for the teas/shakes and stay...