Nautical Bowls Expands to Torrey Hills in San Diego

New açaí, smoothie, and superfood location to open in coastal California community.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Nautical Bowls, a fast-growing superfood bowl and smoothie chain, is opening a new location in Torrey Hills, San Diego, California on February 10, 2026. The new restaurant will be locally owned and operated by Aaron Berco, who is bringing Nautical Bowls' signature açaí bowls, smoothies, and other nourishing menu items to the San Diego community.

Why it matters

Nautical Bowls' expansion to Torrey Hills represents the brand's continued nationwide growth, as demand increases for convenient, better-for-you dining options that cater to active, health-conscious consumers. The new location will provide San Diego residents with access to Nautical Bowls' vibrant, superfood-forward menu items that are designed to fuel an energized, coastal lifestyle.

The details

The new Nautical Bowls restaurant in Torrey Hills will offer the brand's signature açaí superfood bowls and smoothies made with all-natural, clean ingredients that are gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, and plant-based. The location will be locally owned and operated by Aaron Berco, an active sailor, scuba diver, and ocean enthusiast who was drawn to Nautical Bowls' mission of providing nourishing, flavor-forward menu items that support an active lifestyle.

  • Nautical Bowls Torrey Hills will open on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
  • Nautical Bowls was founded in 2018 by husband and wife duo Bryant and Rachel Amundson.

The players

Nautical Bowls

A fast-growing superfood bowl and smoothie chain that was founded in 2018 with a mission to simplify better-for-you eating without sacrificing flavor or experience.

Aaron Berco

The local owner and operator of the new Nautical Bowls location in Torrey Hills, San Diego. Berco is an active sailor, scuba diver, and ocean enthusiast who was drawn to Nautical Bowls' mission and menu offerings.

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What they’re saying

“Nautical Bowls is thrilled to open in Torrey Hills, bringing vibrant superfood bowls & smoothies inspired by San Diego's active, coastal lifestyle.”

— Aaron Berco, Owner (EINPresswire)

What’s next

Nautical Bowls plans to continue expanding its national footprint, with additional locations planned to open across California, Arizona, North Carolina, Indiana, and Texas.

The takeaway

Nautical Bowls' expansion to Torrey Hills demonstrates the growing consumer demand for convenient, health-focused dining options that cater to active, wellness-minded lifestyles. The brand's commitment to using clean, nutrient-dense ingredients aligns with the coastal California community's emphasis on nourishing, feel-good food.