Reviews - Poke

Poke, Hawaiian, Asian

Reviews summary

**Poke Paradise: A Campus Favorite for Fresh Bowls**

Nestled near the UC Berkeley campus, this poke restaurant has earned a reputation as a go-to spot for students and locals alike, serving fresh and customizable poke bowls at reasonable prices. Diners appreciate the variety of toppings, generous portions, and quick service, making it ideal for a casual lunch. While some recent experiences have raised concerns about inconsistent fish quality and online ordering mishaps, many still rave about the delicious food and vibrant atmosphere. With vegetarian options and a kid-friendly environment, this hidden gem is poised to satisfy any poke craving, ensuring many will return for more.

Overall Total Score
4.6 out of 5
Outstanding | 1547 reviews

Was Emily C at Poke a mag?

I love this place. Cheap for a lot of delicious food. There are a few tables, and it's all the way inside the complex. There's not much of a view, but the food is sooooo good. Easy for to-go too! View all feedback.

What Justin Starr dislikes about Poke:

Poke is such a fantastic and straightforward dish; it primarily relies on good ingredients in the right proportions. That's why I'm so surprised by how poorly my bowl was prepared. I ordered a medium bowl, and it came with very little tofu and sauce, tough cilantro stems, and my white rice was filled with brown hulls. Perhaps they thought they were helping me meet my fiber intake for the day? I suggest looking for po... View all feedback.

Reviews from various users

Doordash

Last update : 10.01.2024

4.7 ★ from 1400 reviews
travis-r-engineer208
10.01.2024

The food was delicious, fresh, and satisfying. There was a generous portion, especially given the price. We ordered a large and a medium bowl, and we soon realized we could have managed with a medium and a small. We'll definitely be ordering again!

santi-g-weed8
10.01.2024

I received almost no fish and only tiny portions of the side options I selected. While poke spots typically offer smaller portion sizes, this was an entirely different level of stinginess. The fish was also warm and slightly cooked. I wouldn't recommend ordering from here; there are much better options available.

tl-c-beach41
10.01.2024

Really dry. Did not have sauce options. Fish quality was okay but needs sauce or something with the kale and rice in it. Did not come with any side sauce or soy sauce

emily-c-squirrel8937
10.01.2024

The portion size was excellent for the price! I would have liked a bit more sauce and flavor, but overall, it was quite filling.

karen-t-vine34
10.01.2024

The fish was fresh and perfectly seasoned! I did 1/2 rice and salad and wow they got is so right perfect balance.

Restaurantji

Last update : 21.09.2023

4.2 ★ from 137 reviews
josh-1734
21.09.2023

Great atmosphere and incredibly fresh poke! Everything was delicious, and the salmon was definitely the freshest I've ever had at a poke shop!

secret-66
21.09.2023

**Vegetarian options:** There are vegetarian choices available, and they appear to be quite tasty according to others. **Kid-friendliness:** The place is very kid-friendly. **Parking:** Street parking is limited, but there are parking lots nearby.

justin-starr
21.09.2023

Poke is such a fantastic and straightforward dish; it primarily relies on good ingredients in the right proportions. That's why I'm so surprised by how poorly my bowl was prepared. I ordered a medium bowl, and it came with very little tofu and sauce, tough cilantro stems, and my white rice was filled with brown hulls. Perhaps they thought they were helping me meet my fiber intake for the day? I suggest looking for poke elsewhere.

yuanyuan-lo-yona
21.09.2023

Nice staff and good poke?Generous portion with many side optionsYou can also order ahead Build My Own Salmond Spicy Tuna

jessica-658
21.09.2023

This used to be my go to spot for poke since I was a student and lived in Berkeley and I really wanted to give it a 4 stars, but my last few orders have been slightly disappointing. In Person Order: My go to fishes are salmon, ahi tuna, and sometimes scallop. I think their salmon is pretty good but sometimes it can be cut very inconsistently. When I came here recently, I ordered the salmon and ahi tuna and the ahi tuna was disappointing it didn't taste as good quality as it used to. They have a very good selection of toppings (I usually get the edamame, cucumbers, cilantro, corn, mango, masago) and sauces and the portions are very very filling. I normally get a medium (includes 3 portions of fish), but if I knew I wanted leftovers, the large is pretty much good for 2 3 meals. Online Order: I'm not sure if I ordered incorrectly or if the system had a problem, or maybe they forgot, but I had errors in my last 2 online orders: (1) did not include any sauces and (2) had no vegetables/toppings. I was sure that I selected everything I wanted during the ordering process, but regardless, I probably won't be ordering online anymore and opting to just go in person. Overall, I would come back to give it another chance, but I still think it's a solid place to come and order poke. The service is very quick (around 5 minutes) and the prices are very fair between $13 17 depending on the size.

Aggregated

Last update : 13.08.2023

5.0 ★ from 9 reviews
cole-66
13.08.2023

A hidden gem located just outside the UC Berkeley campus! They serve fresh and delicious poke bowls. You place your order by filling out a sheet and handing it to a staff member. There are so many options available, allowing you to create a truly unique bowl. Prices are about $15, but you’re definitely getting your money's worth for the freshness and quality of the food!

w-user-109
13.08.2023

The ingredients are really fresh, and if you are a poke lover this is a must-try for you!

olivia-176
13.08.2023

I absolutely love this restaurant! It's just a two-minute walk from the UCB campus, making it a perfect spot for a quick meal between classes. You can even use the Snackpass app to place your order and have it ready for pickup when you arrive. It's somewhat hidden in the alleyway shops, so it doesn't get as crowded as other poke places on Telegraph. The portion sizes are generous and incredibly filling for the price! The quality is fantastic, and the staff are always friendly and attentive. This has become my favorite poke place in the area, and I will definitely recommend it to all my friends!

t-user-6
13.08.2023

Fresh food, super friendly staff. definitely would recommend.

pa-user-19
13.08.2023

I've always heard great things about this place, but this was my first time visiting, and it was fantastic! The food was incredibly fresh, the prices were reasonable, and the atmosphere was clean. I can't wait to go back!

FAQ

The average rating of this establishment is 4.6, which means that the Poke is incredibly well regarded by its customers.

Alternatively, there is also a different parking lot, University of California-Parking Garage. This lies only 72 m away from Poke.

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