Nékter Juice Bar opens Manteca location with $5 smoothie deal

Nékter Juice Bar is opening a new store in Manteca on Aug. 29, adding to its Northern California footprint with launch-day discounts, a raffle and a ribbon cutting. The location is owned by Simran Kaur Khinda and is aimed at serving local customers with smoothies, juices, bowls and pickup or delivery options.

Why it matters: - Nékter Juice Bar is deepening its Northern California presence with a new Manteca location. - The opening gives local customers a new option for fresh smoothies, juices and bowls, with launch-day promotions designed to drive traffic. - The store also adds another women-owned small business presence in the city.

What happened: - Nékter Juice Bar opened a new location at 165 Commerce Ave, Suite 106, in Manteca. - The grand opening celebration is set for Saturday, Aug. 29, with activities running from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM. - The Manteca Chamber of Commerce will take part in a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10:00 AM. - The store is owned and operated by Simran Kaur Khinda.

The details: - Customers can get $5 small smoothies all day on Aug. 29 at the Manteca location. - The first 100 guests who spend at least $15 will receive a free Nékter tote bag. - The store will hold a raffle for one winner to receive free Nékter for one month. - The prize includes one small juice, smoothie or bowl per week for four consecutive weeks, redeemable only at the Manteca location. - The location is 1,120 square feet and is designed for families, students, athletes and other customers looking for healthy, convenient food. - Nékter’s menu includes handcrafted smoothies, cold-pressed juices, functional cleanses and açaí bowls with fresh toppings and superfoods. - The Manteca store offers pickup and delivery. - Store hours are Monday through Saturday from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM and Sunday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. - Nékter has more than 300 locations open or coming soon across the U.S. - The company was founded in 2010 and has focused on menu transparency and ingredient integrity. - More information is available on Nékter’s website. - The store also has Instagram (@nekterjuicebarmantecaa) and TikTok (@nekterjuicebarmanteca) accounts. - Customers can download the Nékter loyalty app through the App Store or Google Play.

Between the lines: - Khinda said the store is intended to make healthier choices more convenient without sacrificing flavor. - Khinda also said she wants the store to become a place that brings the Manteca community together. - The opening reflects a broader franchise strategy built around clean-label, health-focused menu items and local community engagement.

What's next: - The Aug. 29 grand opening will test demand for the new store through discounts, giveaways and a community event. - Khinda plans to build local partnerships, host events and participate in charitable efforts in Manteca. - Nékter is positioning the location as a long-term neighborhood business rather than a one-day launch.