Poke In The Bowl - Montrose

I first heard about this restaurant from my teenage son. He suggested it when we were looking for somewhere to eat. When we arrived, I initially felt a bit overwhelmed by the food options, as I was uncertain if I would enjoy it. I want to give a shout-out to the man behind the counter who helped me assemble my poke bowl. He was patient and asked me about my preferences, explaining what each ingredient was and the flavors it contributed. He also pointed out the popular choices. In my opinion, this place is fantastic for first-timers looking to try something new. My poke bowl was so delicious that I had to tell my son about it. He confidently replied, "I know!" (laughs). I do plan to visit this restaurant again, although there's not a location close to where I live. The one we went to is near the Heights, on Westheimer.

I paid $13 for a bowl, and both workers shortchanged me on the fish and toppings. The fish didn’t taste fresh; it was actually kind of warm. I was really surprised at how little they gave me—she added just five tiny strips of nori and called it good. I definitely won’t be coming back here; it felt more like I was eating a rice bowl than a poke bowl. Right now, I feel really ripped off.

I got this bowl for just under $14, and the regular size is huge and very reasonably priced. The quality was excellent, and I really enjoyed this particular combination. I ordered online and went to pick it up right away. When I arrived, the food was ready for me. It was super quick, which is perfect for when you're in a hurry but still want a healthy option.

The food was extremely delicious. I ordered the large bowl with a salad base, and my order was spot on. The fish was fresh, and I enjoyed the wasabi aioli sauce—it added a nice kick without being overpowering. However, I still felt hungry afterwards. While it was very good, the greens and just a few ounces of fish are quite low in calories, which isn’t enough to fill you up. I would recommend choosing rice as the base for the bowl instead.

Clean, straight forward service. Food is prepared on the spot similar to Chipotle and Subways, but sushi style. The burrito resembles a jumbo sized sushi roll. Flavor is good. This location has designated parking in from of the store and additional in the plaza that it's located. For the COVID conscience, they still maintain strict precautions. Does not appear as dining in is an option as no tables are set.