Playa Bowls to Open First Indiana Location in Fishers

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Playa Bowls, a popular acai-focused smoothie bowl franchise, is set to open its first Indiana location in Fishers. The new shop is being opened by two siblings who were standout high school basketball players in the state. The Fishers location will bring Playa Bowls' health-conscious menu of smoothie bowls, juices, and other wellness-oriented offerings to the Indianapolis suburbs for the first time.

Why it matters

The arrival of Playa Bowls in Indiana represents the continued growth of health-focused fast-casual dining options in the state, catering to consumer demand for nutritious, on-the-go food options. As a brand founded by former Indiana high school basketball stars, the Fishers location also has a local connection that could help drive interest and traffic.

The details

Playa Bowls was founded in 2014 by Robert Giuliani and Abby Taylor, who were high school basketball standouts in New Jersey. The brand has since grown to over 100 locations across the eastern United States. The new Fishers shop will be the first Playa Bowls location in Indiana, offering the brand's signature acai, pitaya, and coconut-based smoothie bowls topped with fresh fruit, granola, and other healthy ingredients. The Fishers franchise is being opened by Giuliani's brother and sister-in-law, who also have basketball ties in Indiana.

• Playa Bowls was founded in 2014 in New Jersey.
• The Fishers, Indiana location is set to open in Spring 2026.

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What’s next

The new Playa Bowls location in Fishers is expected to open in Spring 2026.