Vitality Bowls Inks Agreement to Open a New Restaurant in Charlotte, Bringing Health-Focused Dining to UNC Campus Area

February 04, 2026 // FranchisePR.com // CHARLOTTE – Vitality Bowls has inked an agreement with local entrepreneurs, Ray and Kusuma Mullapudi, to open a new superfood café in Charlotte. In addition to açaí bowls, Vitality Bowls is also known for nutritious offerings, such as smoothies, salads, wraps, toasts, grain bowls and more, made from high-quality, clean ingredients.

Anticipated to debut near the University of North Carolina at Charlotte campus in the first quarter of 2026, the new fast-casual restaurant will build upon the popularity of the brand’s first superfood café in Charlotte, located on West Bland Street. With a shared belief that eating nutritious food is 100% vital to a happy, healthy lifestyle, the Mullapudis are committed to redefining clean eating for students and visitors in Charlotte through a blend of taste, convenience and genuine hospitality.

“What drew me to Vitality Bowls is how intentionally the brand approaches food—everything is freshly prepared, made with real superfoods, and never padded with unnecessary fillers,” said Ray Mullapudi, a local entrepreneur and software developer. “In a community like Charlotte, especially with the nearby college campus, there’s a growing demand for food that’s both convenient and genuinely good for you. Students and residents alike are looking for options that support busy, active lifestyles without sacrificing quality.”

For over a decade, Vitality Bowls has pioneered healthy food with its dynamic cafés and unique offerings. The menu showcases an extraordinary array of superfoods, delivering not just meals but a commitment to exceptional nutritional value. From signature bowls like the Superfood Bowl—made with acai, pitaya, almond milk, organic granola, cacao nibs and goji berries—to hearty favorites like the Chimichurri Steak Wrap—an enticing blend of super greens, grass-fed sous-vide steak, grains, radishes and more wrapped in a tomato basil tortilla—each item aligns with the brand’s mission to help guests feel 100% energized and 100% revitalized.

“Ray and Kusuma are fantastic entrepreneurs and possess the characteristics we look for in local owners as we continue to grow Vitality Bowls,” said Tara Gilad, co-founder of Vitality Bowls. “They bring a strong business mindset, but just as importantly, they genuinely believe in what our brand stands for. Their passion for health-forward food and their connection to the surrounding college community make them a great fit to open the new Vitality Bowls café in Charlotte.”

The Vitality Bowls Loyalty Club, the brand’s mobile app and loyalty program, will add another layer of convenience to the guest experience in Charlotte. The program allows members to accrue one Vitality Point for every dollar spent, redeem collected points, order online with ease and more. In addition to exclusive deals and freebies, Loyalty Club members can redeem a complimentary açaí bowl on their birthday and earn a $10 reward for every 150 Vitality Points they accumulate.

SOURCE Vitality Bowls