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Eat Well, Live Better in Cary!
Build-your-own bowl or choose from a chef-curated menu with tacos, smoothies, and more - all made with fresh ingredients in our tropical restaurant on Parkside Main Street.
Whether you're eating GLP-1 friendly, keto, vegan or dairy-free, we've got just the healthy lunch or dinner you've been looking for.
Mahana means "like the sun" - that's why we're always here to brighten your day, one deliciously nutritious meal at a time.
Explore offerings from Mahana Fresh on 1151 Parkside Main Street in Cary, with popular glp-1 friendly bowls, build your own bowls, signature bowls, and tacos available at this location.
Tender slow-cooked birria beef served over basmati rice and topped with pickled onions, black bean salsa, and cilantro lime crema. Served with a side of rich consommé for pouring over the bowl or dipping each bite for an authentic birria-inspired experience.
HULI HULI CHICKEN BOWL (OO)
$11.99
Tender HULI HULI CHICKEN, juicy pineapple, fresh spinach,
garlicky cilantro green beans, basmati rice,
& a coconut sweet potato sauce
CARRIBEAN JERK CHICKEN BOWL (OO)
$11.99
Tender, brined chicken thighs grilled and basted to perfection with bold Jamaican spices, smoky heat, and a hint of sweetness. Served with a side of island-style flavor, including Coconut Rice, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Black Bean Salsa and Mango Pineapple Vinaigrette.
NASHVILLE HOT CHICKEN BOWL (OO)
$11.99
Tender grilled chicken thighs tossed in our signature gluten-friendly Nashville Hot sauce and topped with 3 crisp and tangy dill pickles. Kale Crunch Salad, Basmati Rice, Garlicky Cilantro Green Beans, Nashville Hot Chicken, and 3 Pickles.
BBQ LUAU BOWL (OO)..
$11.99
Basmati rice blend, roasted sweet potatoes, garlicky cilantro green beans, BBQ chicken, and citrus ginger sauce
*For modifications, please select a Mahana Bowl instead and choose your ingredients.
PROTEIN PARADISE BOWL (OO)..
$14.49
Sesame noodles, sesame ginger broccoli, honey sriracha Brussels sprouts, grilled steak, and creamy wasabi sauce
*For modifications, please select a Mahana Bowl instead and choose your ingredients.
KETO SURFER BOWL (OO)..
$14.49
Cauliflower rice, sesame ginger broccoli, roasted mushrooms, grilled steak, and cilantro vinaigrette
*For modifications, please select a Mahana Bowl instead and choose your ingredients.
BIG KAHUNA BOWL (OO)..
$16.49
Basmati rice blend, spinach, buffalo cauliflower, garlicky cilantro green beans, BBQ chicken, grilled steak, and cilantro vinaigrette
*For modifications, please select a Big Mahana Bowl instead and choose your ingredients.
ISLAND BLISS BOWL (OO)..
$11.99
Kale crunch salad, buffalo cauliflower, honey sriracha brussel sprouts, key west chicken, and citrus ginger sauce
*For modifications, please select a Mahana Bowl instead and choose your ingredients.
VEGGIE VACAY BOWL (OO)..
$11.99
Coconut Rice, sesame ginger broccoli, roasted mushrooms, sesame garlic tofu, and coconut sweet potato sauce
*For modifications, please select a Mahana Bowl instead and choose your ingredients.
SPICY AHI ALOHA BOWL (OO)
$14.49
Sesame noodles, honey sriracha brussel sprouts, sesame ginger broccoli, spicy ahi tuna, and creamy wasabi sauce
*For modifications, please select a Mahana Bowl instead and choose your ingredients.
TERIYAKI TIKI BOWL (OO)..
$11.99
Coconut rice, sesame ginger broccoli, garlicky cilantro green beans, teriyaki chicken, and creamy wasabi sauce
*For modifications, please select a Mahana Bowl instead and choose your ingredients.
CITRUS SHRIMP BOWL (OO)
$14.49
basmati rice blend, garlicky cilantro green beans, honey sriracha brussels sprouts, citrus garlic shrimp, cilantro vinaigrette
*For modifications, please select a Mahana Bowl instead and choose your ingredients.
SURF & TURF BOWL (OO)
$18.99
Basmati Rice Blend, Spinach, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Garlicky Cilantro Green Beans, Citrus Garlic Shrimp, Grilled Steak, w/ Cilantro Vinaigrette Dressing
*For modifications, please select a Mahana Bowl instead and choose your ingredients.
TACOS
GRILLED STEAK TACO (1)
$4.99
Grilled Marinated Steak, Tomato Cucumber Salad and Feta Cheese on 2 White Corn Tortillas
SPICY TUNA TACO (1)
$4.99
Spicy Ahi Tuna, Kale Crunch Mix, Creamy Wasabi Sauce on 2 White Corn Tortillas
CITRUS GARLIC SHRIMP TACO (1)
$4.99
Citrus Garlic Shrimp, Pickled Red Onions, Cojita Cheese on 2 White Corn Tortillas
JERK CHICKEN TACO (1)
$4.99
Jerk Chicken and Black Bean Salsa on 2 White Corn Tortillas
BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER TACO (1)
$4.99
Coconut Cilantro Rice, Buffalo Cauliflower, Avocado Smash on 2 White Corn Tortillas
TACO MEAL
$11.99
You pick 2 Tacos. Served with Blue Corn Tortilla Chips and choice of Avocado Smash or Black Bean Salsa
MAC & CHEESE
Gluten-free noodles, creamy cheese, and your choice of other savory flavors
KIDS MAC & CHEESE (OO)..
$4.99
Gluten-free noodles and savory, creamy cheese
REGULAR MAC & CHEESE (OO)..
$10.99
1 veggie | 1 protein Gluten-free noodles, creamy cheese, and your choice of other savory flavors
LARGE MAC & CHEESE (OO)..
$13.99
1 veggie | 2 protein Gluten-free noodles, creamy cheese, and your choice of other savory flavors
XL MAC & CHEESE (OO)..
$15.99
2 veggie | 2 protein Gluten-free noodles, creamy cheese, and your choice of other savory flavors
BBQ CHICKEN MAC (OO)..
$10.99
Creamy mac & cheese topped with tangy BBQ grilled chicken and sprinkled with shredded cheddar.
OG MAC (OO)..
$8.99
Gluten-free noodles, creamy cheese, and your choice of other savory flavors
BROC MAC CHEDDAR (OO)..
$9.99
Creamy mac & cheese topped with roasted broccoli and sprinkled with shredded cheddar.
STEAK MUSHROOM MAC (OO)..
$12.99
Creamy mac & cheese topped with juicy grilled steak & roasted mushrooms and sprinkled with shredded cheddar.
BUFFALO CHEDDAR MAC (OO)..
$10.99
Creamy mac & cheese topped with freshly grilled chicken smothered in spicy buffalo sauce and sprinkled with shredded cheddar.
TERIYAKI BROC MAC (OO)..
$11.99
Creamy mac & cheese topped with grilled teriyaki chicken & roasted broccoli and sprinkled with shredded cheddar.
SHRIMP PARM MAC (OO)..
$12.99
Creamy mac & cheese topped with grilled shrimp and sprinkled with fresh parmesan cheese.
DESSERTS
DUBAI CHOCOLATE PROTEIN CRISPS
$3.99
Crispy gluten-free rice cereal treats blended with added protein and lightly sweetened to create a satisfying, crunchy treat. Finished with a rich layer of dark chocolate and topped with roasted pistachios for a nutty, indulgent twist inspired by the flavors of Dubai. A delicious balance of texture, flavor, and protein.
Freshly baked in-house, these soft and chewy gluten-free snickerdoodles are coated in cinnamon sugar for the perfect balance of sweetness and warmth in every bite!
ZUCCHINI BROWNIES (GF) *contains peanuts
$3.25
Enjoy our rich, fluffy zucchini brownies made in-house—naturally gluten-free, decadently moist, and packed with pure chocolate bliss!
ALLERGEN ALERT *contains peanuts
REFRESHERS
Mahana's delicious blend of assorted smoothie flavors
REGULAR SMOOTHIE (20 oz)
$7.99
DRINKS
FOUNTAIN DRINK (20 oz)..
$2.79
ORGANIC ACQUA FRESCAS*
$2.79
BOTTLED WATER
$1.99
FIJI WATER
$3.19
MAISON PERRIER ORIGINAL
$3.19
SAN PELLIGRINO
$2.60
POPPI
$2.60
JARRITOS FLAVORED SODA
$2.50
GOLD PEAK SWEET TEA BOTTLE
$3.99
GOLD PEAK GREEN TEA
$3.99
VITA COCO (11.1 oz)
$2.49
RED BULL
$3.99
CELSIUS ENERGY DRINK
$3.49
FAMILY MEALS - SERVES 4 PEOPLE
FAMILY MEAL - SERVES 4..
$54.99
Main Menu
99 items
GLP-1 FRIENDLY BOWLS
Enjoy our delicious selection of Gluten-Free and GLP-1 friendly bowls!
Tender slow-cooked birria beef served over basmati rice and topped with pickled onions, black bean salsa, and cilantro lime crema. Served with a side of rich consommé for pouring over the bowl or dipping each bite for an authentic birria-inspired experience.
HULI HULI CHICKEN BOWL (OO)
$11.99
Tender HULI HULI CHICKEN, juicy pineapple, fresh spinach, garlicky cilantro green beans, basmati rice, & a coconut sweet potato sauce
CARRIBEAN JERK CHICKEN BOWL (OO)
$11.99
Tender, brined chicken thighs grilled and basted to perfection with bold Jamaican spices, smoky heat, and a hint of sweetness. Served with a side of island-style flavor, including Coconut Rice, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Black Bean Salsa and Mango Pineapple Vinaigrette.
NASHVILLE HOT CHICKEN BOWL (OO)
$11.99
Tender grilled chicken thighs tossed in our signature gluten-friendly Nashville Hot sauce and topped with 3 crisp and tangy dill pickles. Kale Crunch Salad, Basmati Rice, Garlicky Cilantro Green Beans, Nashville Hot Chicken, and 3 Pickles.
BBQ LUAU BOWL (OO)..
$11.99
Basmati rice blend, roasted sweet potatoes, garlicky cilantro green beans, BBQ chicken, and citrus ginger sauce *For modifications, please select a Mahana Bowl instead and choose your ingredients.
PROTEIN PARADISE BOWL (OO)..
$14.49
Sesame noodles, sesame ginger broccoli, honey sriracha Brussels sprouts, grilled steak, and creamy wasabi sauce *For modifications, please select a Mahana Bowl instead and choose your ingredients.
KETO SURFER BOWL (OO)..
$14.49
Cauliflower rice, sesame ginger broccoli, roasted mushrooms, grilled steak, and cilantro vinaigrette *For modifications, please select a Mahana Bowl instead and choose your ingredients.
BIG KAHUNA BOWL (OO)..
$16.49
Basmati rice blend, spinach, buffalo cauliflower, garlicky cilantro green beans, BBQ chicken, grilled steak, and cilantro vinaigrette *For modifications, please select a Big Mahana Bowl instead and choose your ingredients.
ISLAND BLISS BOWL (OO)..
$11.99
Kale crunch salad, buffalo cauliflower, honey sriracha brussel sprouts, key west chicken, and citrus ginger sauce *For modifications, please select a Mahana Bowl instead and choose your ingredients.
VEGGIE VACAY BOWL (OO)..
$11.99
Coconut Rice, sesame ginger broccoli, roasted mushrooms, sesame garlic tofu, and coconut sweet potato sauce *For modifications, please select a Mahana Bowl instead and choose your ingredients.
SPICY AHI ALOHA BOWL (OO)
$14.49
Sesame noodles, honey sriracha brussel sprouts, sesame ginger broccoli, spicy ahi tuna, and creamy wasabi sauce *For modifications, please select a Mahana Bowl instead and choose your ingredients.
TERIYAKI TIKI BOWL (OO)..
$11.99
Coconut rice, sesame ginger broccoli, garlicky cilantro green beans, teriyaki chicken, and creamy wasabi sauce *For modifications, please select a Mahana Bowl instead and choose your ingredients.
VEGAN VEGGIE BOWL (OO)..
$11.99
Cauliflower rice, sesame ginger broccoli, garlicky cilantro green beans, roasted sweet potatoes, roasted mushrooms, and citrus ginger sauce.
CITRUS SHRIMP BOWL (OO)
$14.49
basmati rice blend, garlicky cilantro green beans, honey sriracha brussels sprouts, citrus garlic shrimp, cilantro vinaigrette *For modifications, please select a Mahana Bowl instead and choose your ingredients.
SURF & TURF BOWL (OO)
$18.99
Basmati Rice Blend, Spinach, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Garlicky Cilantro Green Beans, Citrus Garlic Shrimp, Grilled Steak, w/ Cilantro Vinaigrette Dressing *For modifications, please select a Mahana Bowl instead and choose your ingredients.
ADD CHIPS & FOUNTAIN DRINK COMBO@
$2.00
Drinks@
Fountain Drink (20 oz)@
$2.79
Organic Aqua Frescas@
$2.79
BOTTLED WATER
$1.99
FIJI WATER
$3.19
MAISON PERRIER ORIGINAL
$3.19
San Pellegrino@
$2.60
Poppi@
$2.60
JARRITOS FLAVORED SODA
$2.50
GOLD PEAK SWEET TEA BOTTLE
$3.99
GOLD PEAK GREEN TEA
$3.99
VITA COCO (11.1 oz)
$2.49
RED BULL
$3.99
Celsius@
$3.49
FRESCA GALLON
$8.99
Delicious and refreshing organic aqua frescas
LEMONADE GALLON
$8.99
Tart and tangy lemonade
Mac & Cheese@
KIDS MAC & CHEESE
$4.99
A kid-friendly classic! Gluten-free pasta cooked to perfection and smothered in creamy, cheesy goodness for a warm and comforting bite every time. Simple, delicious, and sure to please!
Regular Mac & Cheese@
$11.99
1 veggie | 1 protein Gluten-free noodles, creamy cheese, and your choice of other savory flavors
Large Mac & Cheese@
$13.99
1 veggie | 2 protein Gluten-free noodles, creamy cheese, and your choice of other savory flavors
XL Mac & Cheese@
$15.99
2 veggie | 2 protein Gluten-free noodles, creamy cheese, and your choice of other savory flavors
BBQ Chicken Mac@
$10.99
Creamy mac & cheese topped with tangy BBQ grilled chicken and sprinkled with shredded cheddar.
OG Mac@
$8.99
Gluten-free noodles, creamy cheese, and your choice of other savory flavors
Broc Mac Cheddar@
$9.99
Creamy mac & cheese topped with roasted broccoli and sprinkled with shredded cheddar.
Steak Mushroom Mac@
$12.99
Creamy mac & cheese topped with juicy grilled steak & roasted mushrooms and sprinkled with shredded cheddar.
Buffalo Cheddar Mac@
$10.99
Creamy mac & cheese topped with freshly grilled chicken smothered in spicy buffalo sauce and sprinkled with shredded cheddar.
Terriyaki Broc Mac@
$11.99
Creamy mac & cheese topped with grilled teriyaki chicken & roasted broccoli and sprinkled with shredded cheddar.
Shrimp Mac Parm@
$12.99
Creamy mac & cheese topped with grilled shrimp and sprinkled with fresh parmesan cheese.
Nashville Chicken Mac@
$11.99
Sides@
CHIPS & QUESO..
$3.75
Crispy Corn Tortilla Chips and Queso Dip
CHIPS & AVOCADO SMASH..
$3.75
CHIPS & BLACK BEAN SALSA..
$3.75
Dirty Chips@
$2.49
Desserts@
DUBAI CHOCOLATE PROTEIN CRISPS
$3.99
Crispy gluten-free rice cereal treats blended with added protein and lightly sweetened to create a satisfying, crunchy treat. Finished with a rich layer of dark chocolate and topped with roasted pistachios for a nutty, indulgent twist inspired by the flavors of Dubai. A delicious balance of texture, flavor, and protein.
Freshly baked in-house, these soft and chewy gluten-free snickerdoodles are coated in cinnamon sugar for the perfect balance of sweetness and warmth in every bite!
ZUCCHINI BROWNIES (GF) *contains peanuts
$3.25
Enjoy our rich, fluffy zucchini brownies made in-house—naturally gluten-free, decadently moist, and packed with pure chocolate bliss! ALLERGEN ALERT *contains peanuts
Refreshers@
Mahana's delicious blend of assorted smoothie flavors
Smoothie (20 oz)@
$7.99
A la Carte@
**Delivery Charge@
Open Food@
2oz Dressing Side@
$0.99
4oz Dressing Side@
$2.99
8oz Dressing Side@
$5.99
Add-On Tomato Cucumber Salad
Add-On Avocado Smash
Add-On Roasted Almonds
Add-On Feta Cheese
Add-On Parmesan Cheese
Basmati Rice Side@
Cauliflower Rice Side@
Coconut Rice Side@
Kale Crunch Salad Side@
Sesame Noodles Side@
Spinach Side@
Brussels Sprouts Side@
Buffalo Cauliflower Side@
Garlicky Cilantro Green Beans Side@
Roasted Mushrooms Side@
Roasted Sweet Potatoes Side@
Sesame Ginger Broccoli Side@
Huli Huli Chicken Side@
Carribean Jerk Chicken Side@
Nashville Hot Chicken Side@
BBQ Chicken Side@
Teriyaki Chicken Side@
Key West Chicken Side@
Tofu Side@
NEW! Birria Side@
Steak Side@
Tuna Side@
Citrus Shrimp Side@
FAMILY MEALS - SERVES 4 PEOPLE
FAMILY MEAL - SERVES 4..
$54.99
TACOS
GRILLED STEAK TACO (1)
$4.99
Grilled Marinated Steak, Tomato Cucumber Salad and Feta Cheese on 2 White Corn Tortillas
SPICY TUNA TACO (1)
$4.99
Spicy Ahi Tuna, Kale Crunch Mix, Creamy Wasabi Sauce on 2 White Corn Tortillas
CITRUS GARLIC SHRIMP TACO (1)
$4.99
Citrus Garlic Shrimp, Pickled Red Onions, Cojita Cheese on 2 White Corn Tortillas
JERK CHICKEN TACO (1)
$4.99
Jerk Chicken and Black Bean Salsa on 2 White Corn Tortillas
BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER TACO (1)
$4.99
Coconut Cilantro Rice, Buffalo Cauliflower, Avocado Smash on 2 White Corn Tortillas
TACO MEAL
$11.99
You pick 2 Tacos. Served with Blue Corn Tortilla Chips and choice of Avocado Smash or Black Bean Salsa
Reviews
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152 reviews
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1 star
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Aquarius Grady-McAdoo
Aug 6, 2026
3.0
This is my third time at Mahana. The service and food is great, yet this time my bowl was extremely small. I felt like it was a child bowl. I was very disappointed seem like the young lady was new. She was kind however I felt like I over paid for what I received!!!
TT
tasneem
Aug 3, 2026
5.0
The owners are the kindest people I have ever met! Along with the outstanding service, the food was insanely good. I love a fresh pool place and they have various options. My favorite was the barbecue chicken with sweet potato and I would recommend this to anybody, especially if you want something fresh and healthy.
ME
Mohammed Enouini
Aug 2, 2026
5.0
This is the best place i’ve been to in a while. Food was amazing. The place was super clean. I just loved everything about this place and i highly recommend it.
DB
Dave B
Jul 30, 2026
1.0
Ordered pickup which said it would be ready at 6:50 pm. Arrived on time and didn’t get the food until 7:35 pm. Store had one teenage kid working the entire place and was crowded. They hadn’t even seen the online orders. Not really the kid’s fault but this place is certainly mismanaged if that’s how they’re staffing. Having to wait 45 minutes for a pickup order for two bowls after the time they tell you it’ll be ready is unacceptable. Food was ok but I’d still recommend avoiding this place since they don’t have their act together.
HB
Hillery Brewer
Jul 21, 2026
5.0
I dropped in after an appointment and the atmosphere was amazing from the beginning, chill, upbeat, and very welcoming
The food is fresh and the seasoning and sauces are delicious!
Everyone has been very kind and seem happy which I think I’d always s good sign. A business that has happy employees is going to take better care of customers too.
I’m looking forward to coming back and trying more options!
Oh and the watermelon mint drink is amazing and worth coming by for on its own!
What type of food does Mahana Fresh specialize in?
Mahana Fresh specializes in health food, offering vegetarian, vegan options with chef-curated ingredients for build-your-own bowls.
What are the opening hours of Mahana Fresh?
Mahana Fresh is open Monday to Saturday from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Where is Mahana Fresh located?
Mahana Fresh is located at 1151 Parkside Main Street, Cary, NC 27519, USA.
How can I contact Mahana Fresh?
You can contact Mahana Fresh by phone at +1 919-377-0174 or visit their website at http://www.mahanafresh.com.
Does Mahana Fresh have an online menu I can view?
Yes, you can view Mahana Fresh's menu online at https://www.mahanafresh.com/menus/.
Is Mahana Fresh open on weekends?
Yes, Mahana Fresh is open on Saturdays from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM and on Sundays from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Are there any beauty salons near Mahana Fresh for a visit before or after dining?
Yes, nearby beauty salons include Diamond Hair & Beauty Salon, Okin Hair Co., MKLashParlor, B Jordyn, MV Nail Studio, Favour Hair Salon, Island Culture Waxing Bar, and Bellah Wigs.
What other dining options are available close to Mahana Fresh?
Near Mahana Fresh, you can find Sushi at the Park, The Honey Baked Ham Company, Cold Stone Creamery, Which Wich Cary, Brixx Wood Fired Pizza, Cinnaholic bakery, Crumbl - Parkside, and Nautical Bowls for a variety of dining experiences.
Are there any entertainment venues near Mahana Fresh?
Yes, Raleigh Improv, a comedy club and venue for arts and entertainment, is located near Mahana Fresh for visitors looking for entertainment after their meal.
Can I do some shopping around Mahana Fresh?
Yes, Parkside Town Commons shopping center and gift shops like Learning Express Toys & Gifts and boutiques such as pink magnolia boutique are close to Mahana Fresh for convenient shopping.
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