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Poke and seafood spots

Fresh poke and seafood that prioritizes the quality of the catch over a mountain of filler toppings.

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Poke bar

Modern, spacious interior with soft lighting and neutral tones creates a clean, casual atmosphere. Seating includes outdoor shaded areas, supporting a relaxed dining experience. Wide variety of fresh poke bowls with large portions and unique toppings define the food offering.

Fresh, quality ingredients make the poke bowls stand out. The concept mixes salad and poke bar with various meat options, allowing for a lot of customization.

A wide variety of fresh fish options like salmon and tuna appear in poke bowls. Proteins include grilled shrimp and chicken, paired with unique sauces and toppings.

People are saying

"The spicy salmon and tuna were on point."

"The fresh seafood options and customizable bowls were impeccable."

"The poke bowls here are massive, fresh, and delicious."

Good to know

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The restaurant uses a chipotle-style ordering system for customization.

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A large bowl costs around $25 after tax, which is on the pricier side.

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Portions are generous, often allowing for two meals from one bowl.

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Asian grocery store

Take-out window serves fresh poke bowls with authentic Hawaiian flavors that attract long lines. The market area is closed, so eating happens in cars or on nearby benches. The vibe carries a strong aloha spirit despite the lack of seating and a somewhat unpleasant atmosphere.

Fresh fish and authentic flavors define the shoyu tuna poke and spicy poke here. Prices run about $22 to $23 per pound, reflecting the high quality and texture of the poke bowls.

Fresh fish cubes stand out with great quality and generous portions. The poke features fish that melts in your mouth, paired well with spicy mayo for added flavor.

People are saying

"I found the poke here to be the best in the Bay Area."

"You have to get here early for the strawberry mochi; it sells out fast."

"The seafood here is incredibly fresh and flavorful."

Good to know

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Santo Market Inc offers take-out only.

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They open at 9am.

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Expect long lines due to the popularity of fresh poke.

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Poke bar offers fresh and delicious poke with thin cucumber pieces and visible rice beneath toppings. Prices tend to be on the higher side, and options are fewer compared to similar places. Parking availability varies, sometimes making access challenging.

Freshness stands out with consistently fresh and delicious poke. Portions vary, sometimes with very little salmon, tuna, and shrimp, leading to mixed impressions on overall quality.

Fish comes fresh but in small portions. Sauces are fine, and the poke bowl has limited salmon, tuna, and shrimp.

People are saying

"The food here was amazing and of great quality."

"I considered the poke here the best I have ever had."

"I found the poke bowl to be pretty average overall."

Good to know

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Parking can be difficult on some days.

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The bowl of rice costs $18.

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There are fewer options compared to other poke places.

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Hawaiian restaurant

Tiki-themed decor fills a spacious interior with a small bar area and a large banquet room. Bright lighting and Hawaiian music create a casual, family-friendly atmosphere. Crowds bring lively energy, making it suitable for group celebrations or casual dinners.

Freshness stands out with incredibly fresh salmon poke and flavorful bowls. Poke chips and succulent grilled mahi-mahi add variety to the Hawaiian-inspired menu.

Fish tacos stand out with fresh flavors and generous portions. The fried rice complements well, and the fried shrimp is large and tasty.

People are saying

"The salmon poke here is incredibly fresh and flavorful."

"The ramen here has the perfect texture and is delicious."

"The fish tacos and fried rice here are amazing."

Good to know

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Parking is only street parking and can be hard to find depending on the day and time.

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On a Saturday at 1 pm, there was a 30-minute wait due to a soccer team.

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Hukilau automatically charged an 18% gratuity fee without prior notice.

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Poke bar inside a mall offers large, fresh poke bowls with unique toppings and varied protein options. The atmosphere is clean and casual, suitable for quick, healthy meals. Service is fast, and the menu includes items like musubi and hand rolls.

Poke bowls come with fresh ingredients and full flavor every time. Options include choices without protein and a notable spam musubi side.

Fish comes fresh with options like crab and shrimp instead of raw fish. Portions include a mix of crab meat and fish scoops.

People are saying

"I found the poke here to be very fresh."

"The seafood here, like crab and shrimp, tasted so fresh."

"Warren's service made the Japanese food experience amazing."

Good to know

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The current price for a poke bowl is $20.

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Portion sizes at PokeBowl are large and satisfying.

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Poke House - Almaden offers a variety of fresh toppings.

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Poke bar

Poke bar offers fresh, flavorful poke bowls with a modern, clean design and limited outdoor seating. The atmosphere stays chill and welcoming, suited mainly for quick meals or take-out. Seating faces walls or is outdoors, emphasizing grab-and-go dining over lingering.

Fresh fish and generous portions define the poke bowls here. A variety of toppings and wonderful sauces complement the consistently flavorful and healthy ingredients.

Big portions come with fresh fish that tastes clean and well-prepared. The seafood consistently feels fresh and clean in every bowl.

People are saying

"The food here is really fresh and good."

"The poke here is so fresh and delicious."

"The seafood here is so fresh and flavorful."

Good to know

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Most bowls and meals cost between $18 and $22.

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Seating at Poke House is limited, making it more suitable for grab-and-go visits.

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Parking is usually available if I donโ€™t mind a short walk.

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Poke bar

Poke bar offers a quiet, harmonious atmosphere with a clean, cool dining area. It serves fresh, fast poke with a wide variety of meats and toppings, making it a solid choice for a quick lunch or post-workout meal.

Fresh fish and a huge selection of proteins and toppings make the poke stand out. Fast service delivers large portions of fresh poke bowls with a variety of meats and sides.

Fresh fish stands out with tender texture and flavorful shrimp and salmon. Tuna poke bowls come together quickly with fresh toppings.

People are saying

"The food here is fresh and delicious."

"I thought the poke here was the best I'd ever tried."

"The seafood here is so fresh and flavorful."

Good to know

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Parking is convenient and easily accessible.

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The restaurant offers a variety of poke bowls and sushi burritos.

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Expect smaller portion sizes compared to other poke places.

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Small, homey space with an open, airy layout and a big screen TV for casual viewing. Atmosphere stays chill with a nice patio for relaxed gatherings. Offers diverse marinated proteins and a variety of sauces, making it stand out among poke spots.

Bowls come packed with extra protein scoops and a huge variety of marinated proteins. Ingredients taste freshly chopped and each is prepared separately, making the poke feel fresh and balanced.

Fresh fish cubes and high quality ingredients stand out here. The menu offers a huge variety including marinated fish, crunchy fish tacos, and options for those who avoid raw fish.

People are saying

"I haven't had better poke in a while."

"I thought the Japanese food here was definitely worth a try."

"The seafood here is so fresh, I haven't had better poke in a while."

Good to know

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They offer student discounts and Taco Tuesdays.

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The shop is conveniently located in a plaza with ample parking.

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They have three sizes of poke bowls with lots of customization options.

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Restaurant

Small space with indoor and outdoor seating offers a casual dining experience. Poke bowls feature fresh fish and a wide variety of toppings, served quickly. Prices reflect a downtown location, with portions varying from modest to large depending on bowl size.

Fish stays very fresh and the poke bowls offer lots of side and fish options. Quality is decent with a generally good taste.

Fish stays fresh consistently. Bowls come packed with seafood and plenty of toppings. Cutting fish smaller helps it marinate better with sauces.

People are saying

"I found the poke here to be very fresh and delicious."

"I found the Japanese food here to be fresh and delicious."

"The seafood here tastes so fresh."

Good to know

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There is a free 90-minute parking garage right across the street.

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Expect to pay around $20 for a medium poke bowl.

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The large bowl with 4 different proteins and lots of toppings provides a large portion.

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