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South Block has secured investor funding to expand beyond the D.C. area, planning to reach 50 locations in six years. The latest location will open in Reston, Virginia, later this fall.

PRIVATEAug 01, 2025

Round Type

Funding Round

RestonFood and BeverageHealth CareNutrition

Investors

Savory Fund

Description

South Block, a local smoothie and acai bowl chain, is expanding with a new location in Reston, Virginia, boosted by recent investor funding. The company plans to enter other east coast markets and aims for 50 locations within six years. Last year, Savory Fund acquired a majority stake in South Block, with founder Amir Mostafavi retaining significant ownership. The new location will be its 21st in the D.C

Quick answer

South Block raised an undisclosed amount in a Funding Round round, dated August 1, 2025. Investors: Savory Fund. South Block is based in Reston, Virginia, United States.

How much did South Block raise?
South Block raised an undisclosed amount in a Funding Round round on August 1, 2025.
Who invested in South Block?
Savory Fund is named as investors in this round.
What does South Block do?
South Block is a fast-growing smoothie and acai bowl chain that originated in Arlington, Virginia.
Where is South Block based and how big is it?
South Block is based in Reston, Virginia, United States.

Source: Fundz verified event record.

Who else raised in Food and Beverage and Nutrition around the same time

Companies in the same sectors as South Block that raised within 45 days of this round, from Fundz verified event records.

  • BOM BOM raised $2.6M (Pre-Series A) on September 11, 2025.
  • Ace Blend raised $3.3M (Seed) on August 12, 2025.
  • Innate-Essence raised $20M on August 1, 2025.
  • Lo! Foods raised $3.5M (Series B) on July 17, 2025.
  • Eclipse Ingredients raised $5.2M (Funding Round) on July 14, 2025.
  • Harbor Health raised $130M (Funding Round) on September 9, 2025.

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Company Information

Company

South Block

Location

Reston, Virginia, United States

About

South Block is a fast-growing smoothie and acai bowl chain that originated in Arlington, Virginia. Founded by Amir Mostafavi in 2011, it focuses on health-conscious offerings such as skin care smoothies, cold-pressed juices, and acai bowls. After securing investor funding, South Block is expanding beyond the D.C. area and aims to reach 50 locations in the next six years. The company also runs a nonprofit called Fruitful Planet to support community programs.

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