The Most Delectable Poke in San Francisco

I'a poke

★★★★☆ 4.2 (67) • $$

"Surprisingly good poke! Everything felt fresh and lots of options for toppings and sauce. -1 star for extra costs for many items that are probably included in other poke places. No other complaints and indoor area was convenient for a quick bite."

Poke One

★★★★☆ 4 (364) • $$

"Line was a bit busy upon walking in. Definitely a busy place. We ordered 1 large poke bowl, and 2 medium bowls. They definitely forgot a couple things on all bowls and the amounts of the protein were so sad. Since it wasn't our vibe that day, we took our food to go. Not a fan."

HI City

★★★★☆ 3.6 (43)

"Saw this new spot pop up on my yelp feet and decide to try out since I love Hawaiian food. When trying Hawaiian for the first time I always go with the loco moco and musubi. Also grabbed a poke bowl to try out. Since we are all still in Shelter in Place I ordered via mobile via their website from my car. Very easy to place an order and was done in the 10-15 minutes that was stated on the site. Gave me enough time to pick up a few items I needed at the ranch. The loco moco was pretty good. Gravy was a little congealed since it had to travel back home but they gave a good portion of meat and was spiced well. Mac salad was decent and egg was cooked just right. Bag tipped over in my car but lid held everything in so no biggie. Good take on the Hawaiian classic. Also ordered a Poke bow with 2 scoops. Pretty easy to select toppings via the website. Here's what we got.Build Your Own Poke Bowl - 2 Scoops of PokeVariation: RegularPoke Base: Sushi Rice,Mix GreensBase Toppings: Cucumbers,Garlic Crab MixChoice 1: Salmon FurikakeChoice 2: Sweet Miso SalmonToppings: Corn,Green Onions,Masago,Lomi Lomi Tomatoes,Fried Onions,FurikakeSauce: House Calamansi Ponzu To be honest both types of poke tasted similar. But maybe due to them being mixed together with the sauce. Overall solid poke bowl as well. I also got a couple of the chicken spam musubi. Solid for HI food as well. If in the mood for hawaiian takeout, this was a good choice, would be back if nearby or need to shop inside 99 and have my food ready to go before heading home.TLDR; Solid spot for HI (hawaiian) grub in the mid peninsula."

Poke House - Daly City

★★★★☆ 4.2 (78) • $$

"Finally got to try this place out since it is so close to where I live! Service was very quick, being that it was 12pm on a Wednesday. Menu was easy to follow, I appreciate the crab not being apart of the proteins so that's always what makes or breaks a poke place for me. The overall place is nice and open, some people studying and doing work in a great environment."

Poke Bowl

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (603) • $$

"I'm writing this review to remind myself not to order the snow crab (real crab) again. It was very goopy, tasted kind of fishy? And I almost accidentally ate a piece of crab shell in my first bite. Definitely sticking with the imitation crab in the future!I wish they offered some more crispy toppings like fried onions or fried wonton bits. Also, I remember this place being quite high volume -- huge scoops -- and that doesn't seem to be the case anymore."

I'a Poke

★★★★☆ 4 (316) • $$

"This is my husband's and my favorite poke spot in the city. Fresh fish, yummy toppings, and the flavorful sauces (sesame shoyu and chili oil combo is my personal favorite) always leave us satisfied. The manager, Will, has so much passion for poke, quality ingredients and creative additions to the menu. He and my husband (another Will) have actually become friends from how much we frequent this spot!Happy poke-consumption, Yelpers!"

EA Cafe

★★★★★ 4.5 (71) • $$

"I got a poke bowl here and it was so good! Plenty of fish and super fresh. Great flavor of the ponzu sauce. Construction workers were mainly there getting their lunch. It's a to go place, they also have a case of desserts that looks good. The man taking orders was very nice. If you want a bowl you use the dry erase marker and mark what you want on the menu and then they give that to the cool in the back. Very efficient. The place doesn't look like much but the food quality is excellent."

Poke Life

★★★★☆ 3.5 (71) • $$

"Got this house poke bowl. Ingredients were fresh, didn't even need soy sauce or ponzu. Just a little swirl of the special sauce and good to go. So yummy. Good ratio of rice to salad mix too."

Blue Hawaii Acai Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.3 (712) • $$

"Large portions of Great tasting poke - both salmon and tuna are delicious. Service with a smile. A rare 5* in SF because there are NO hidden surcharges or fees for utensils etc. Honest pricing which is very rare in SF"

Poke Delish

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (73) • $$

"Very decent price for the amount of food and raw fish you got. The line was kinda long because I went during lunch. My dish got too much soy sauce though, and it was a bit salty for me. I couldn't finish everything. I like the place though. Laidback and easy to have a big group hang out"

Da Poke Man

★★★★☆ 4.1 (13)

"Da Poke Man is one of the new food choices at AT&T Park. It's really hard to find, tucked away underneath the Virgin America escalator going up to the Club Level. You have choices of regular and spicy over greens or over rice. $15 . Just basic tuna poke. Portions are decent considering it's at the ball park. No lines since very few people know about it."

TokyRoll Sushi & Poké - SoMa

★★★★☆ 4 (21)

"Ordered a roll and a poke bowl, and both were amazing! The ingredients were fresh and the sauce to top if off was amazing! Definitely would recommend it and I personally would be coming back for more!"

Fish In The Box

★★★★★ 4.5 (381) • $$

"What are you doing fish in the box?!? Absolutely loved their old sushi burritos and season themed bowls. This new format is much less tasty and a worst deal. Rolls are skimpy. It feels like they broke something that was working and I don't know why -- profit? It was such a beloved spot by many. Please please bring it back. I used to order from you every 1-2 weeks but will have to stop now."

Sushi Go Go

★★★★☆ 3.8 (76)

"I have ordered delivery from Sushi Go Go multiple times now, and they've always been fast at completing orders and great at packaging food. They use a cardboard box that makes it very hard to smush the sushi itself, and they even include a small aluminum dish to pour your soy sauce! I've ordered seared salmon nigiri and salmon rolls, and have always enjoyed my food"

Poke Bowl

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (67) • $$

"This is one of my favorite places in the Stonestown food court. Ordering is easy. Just check off what you want on the order form and then hand it to the person behind the counter. This is much easier than trying to make verbal requests and being misheard. I love how you can vary how you build your poke bowl. And many toppings are available without additional charge. You can choose as many or few as you like. I usually go for 3 item bowl, and either all rice or half rice half salad. The people working here assemble each bowl quickly and efficiently. The bowls are densely packed and it's decent value for the price."

I'a Poke

★★★★☆ 4.1 (193) • $$

"I've been to this spot a few times since I work in the office bulding across the street. I've never had to deal with long lines, so serveice is typically quick. It's the the "Chipotle" of poke, where you can build your own bowl. I apreciate the generous portions of rice and fish, its a lot of food for me. I find the bowl to be quite filling, so I usually eat half for lunch and save the rest for dinner, and it stays fresh. I'd recommend trying their marinated fish options if you want a heart bowl. They also offer sushi burritos and other bowl varieties. It's my go-to when I'm craving sushi, and it always hits the spot."

Pokeworks

★★★★☆ 4.3 (115) • $$

"I've been coming here a lot ever since I discovered this place.Their poke is pretty fresh. They have a variety of toppings to choose from. The portion for the regular bowl is just enough for one meal. Service is fast with some seatings inside and plenty of seatings outside."

Oke Poke

★★★★☆ 4 (1)

"Oke poke is just that: Ok poke. I went around 8pm, and I'm not gonna lie, the area was a mess. A bit messy, felt a bit unsafe with a car, so I ran in to grab it quickly and leave. It's not a sit down place, just a kitchen where you can order/pickup from.I quickly left and got home to start the meal. Honestly, it was pretty solid but wasn't as tasty as I would want. The sauce was a bit lacking but the quantity was pretty solid. In reality, I would give 3.5 stars but that's just not how Yelp operates."

V Cafe

★★★★★ 4.8 (16)

"I ordered a Vietnamese coffee and a chicken chipotle burrito. Coffee was really good strong just like I like my Vietnamese coffee. There was one girl serving I was the only one there so it wasn't too long until I got my order. I was concerned when the chicken was microwaved but I guess it's no different when you go to subway and they warm up the chicken. The burrito could have had more veggies it was a little dry but the chipotle sauce on the side made the dish. It was pricey for the two items almost $20. No table seems to a to go spot only. Right on the corner. I was there early so traffic hadn't picked up yet. Cute little spot"

Bonito Poke

★★★★★ 4.5 (85) • $$

"I've been searching around for a good poke bowl since I was spoiled by abundant & well priced quality poke bowl options when I lived in Hawaii. I think I found it (through Yelp)! I live a few blocks away so I swung by one afternoon & ordered their California bowl over all greens. The bowl was super fresh & featured big, quality chunks of tuna, probably the largest tuna cubes that I've encountered in a poke bowl in recent months. The avocado & imitation crab went well with the ahi & the bowl filled up my stomach. I was a happy camper for the rest of the day.Very friendly guy running the food truck. Thank you fellow Yelpers for guiding me to Bonito Poke!"

Poke bowl

★★★★☆ 3.6 (39)

"This place really hits the spot for my poke bowl cravings! I stopped by for lunch since it's just a short walk from my office. I opted for the Build Your Own poke bowl in the small size, and it was more than enough to leave me feeling full. I chose salmon and scallops as my proteins, and both were very fresh! I wish they offered more topping options like lotus chips or wonton crisps, but overall, it's a great spot for poke. Also, the service was super fast!"

Go Fish Poke Bar

★★★★☆ 3.7 (356) • $$

"Go Fish Poke is my favorite poke chain in California. They never disappoint! The fish is always fresh and what sets them apart are the flavors they use. If you're not a fish fan, they also have a delicious miso short rib! I've never had an issue with service either. Everyone is always friendly and eager to answer any questions I may have! Definitely recommend!"

Kitchen Aloha

★★★★☆ 4.3 (93) • $$

"4.5 rounded up. I like the spam musubi offerings and the handrolls. The pork tonkatsu is a bit greasy but I enjoy the mac salad. For some reason, the sushi doesn't sing as much to me. I tried one of the soups and it was crazy affordable, but now the price has jumped up a few dollars."

Blue Whale Poke Bar & Grill

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (189) • $$

"Smallish servings of fish but fresh and tasty Poke bowls for the $15 you pay. In fairness, they have to cover the crazy rents here I suppose, plus inflation these days. The vibe? Clean, casual modern food court vibe in the upscalish all-new (a few years new) food court annex of Hillsdale Mall.Indifferent service but they get the job done. I ordered the 2-scoop Poke bowl with Hawaiian style tuna and salmon with a base of mixed greens and brown rice. The scoop of tuna was small, so perhaps the pro tip here is to just spend the extra $2 for the larger 3-scoop bowl. I did not like the fact that you have to pay $2 extra for seaweed! Uhh.. no.. not this time.I normally go for the Mexican place here in this food court, so this was still an okay alternative for something different."

Da Poke-Man

★★★★★ 4.5 (54) • $$

"I'm a SF Giants season ticket holder and attend a ton of games each year since they open Oracle/AT&T/Pac Bell Park. We patronize Da Poke Man stand located in the corner just under the evaluator to the Club level. Usually, it's a fun positive experience but in the last week of the 2023 season vs Dodgers I encountered the "mean cafeteria lunch lady" from elementary school. Being a season ticket member we get 20% of all souvenirs and concessions at the ballpark with an easy scan of a bar code. The order taker / cashier was that rude nightmarish lunch lady minus just the hairnet. She was mean rude and obviously hates being there. She was all hot and bothered when I was to scan my bar code for the discount. It's too bad because the food is still good. Hopefully, next season they can hire more hospitable staff."

Tuna Kahuna

★★★★★ 4.6 (713) • $$

"Tuna Kahuna is my favorite lunch spot in Burlingame. The owners truly care and are often in the kitchen themselves. Fresh fish, excellent sauces and marinades, and a wide variety of toppings. Their signature bowls are the way to go, as each is thoughtfully composed with ingredients that complement each other. Their new ginger scallion bowl is my current fave. The salmon lover bowl another go-to. Casual ambiance with indoor and outdoor seating. I have yet to try their special weekend meals, which is a more elevated dining experience. Another bonus: they have a rewards program which is earns you discounts over time. I'll be back!"

Bowl'D Acai

★★★★★ 4.5 (721) • $$

"Huge fan of the Açaí bowls! (This review is only reflected of them and not the other offerings as I've never deviated from what I LOVE)Super fresh, filling & flavorful bowls that i can never finish in one sitting, because they are substantial. The service is super quick and super super friendly! I typically order for pickup as I'm walking there. They do have several tables inside and out for seating if you'd like to enjoy your goods there. It's super quaint with a tropical vibe.Bowl'd is always consistent, so if you're nearby and need a healthy fix, definitely head here."

Poke'd Out Fish Bar

★★★★★ 4.5 (93) • $$

"Poked out has been my go to spot to get poke this year. Staff is always friendly and I like how generous the fish portions are. It's pretty quick to grab a bowl since there's usually only a short line. The only thing that would call out is that sometimes their rice isn't consistent and can be quite mushy. I also hope they start an online order form instead of having to go through uber eats."

HI City

★★★★☆ 4.1 (115) • $$

"If you love garlic, this is the poke place for you!! I was excited to see so many garlicky options to add into my bowl. I got a regular "build your own" bowl, which came with three scoops of protein.I tried the furikake salmon and Hawaiian tuna! Both were pretty good. The salmon was VERY buttery and fatty. The tuna was classic lean fish with sesame, green onion, ogo seaweed, shoyu, etc. I was pretty satisfied!For garlic options, I got the garlic crab salad, garlic mayo, and garlic bread crumbs. There were also seared garlic albacore and garlic shrimp options!"

Pokebola

★★★★☆ 4.3 (69) • $$

"It was surprisingly pouring everywhere. For the drought-ridden land, I'm betting it was heaven. For my friend, biking near Sausalito, it was the exact opposite. Two flat tires later, I received a call to help a friend out just as I ordered my poke bowl from Pokebola. I quickly rushed over to Civic Center to grab my food - the surrounding area is ok. Not much going on, but once you go inside, I was instantly greeted by the worker who sent my on my way. Service, in a minuscule interaction, showed to be great.I ended up picking up my friend and seeing amazing parts of SF that I hadn't yet seen. But once I got home, tired and ready to eat, the food hit. And it HIT. Really great poke, good portions, and I couldn't even finish it. This place is a great choice for Poke and I would recommend it for anywhere else to get."

Sweet Cupz

★★★★☆ 3.8 (82) • $$

"Spacious, clean, and yay games!I like the Pokémon crane games! I can't believe I never been here yet! There's a deal buy one get one half off on specific items! The item was the watermelon sago and banana chocolate smoothie. So it worked perfect cuz that's the one I wanted. 7 and the other about $3 so for both like $10.Loved them they were delicious! I look forward to coming back! The owner was super friendly too!"

Poke House - San Mateo

★★★★☆ 4 (119) • $$

"I've visited a few day times -- just before, during, and after the lunch rush and was able to get my food quickly, even with building a custom bowl. The staff is always helpful and patient, even when I've seen folks who are struggling to decide what they want. The quality is solid. I always get spicy tuna and there's never that "fishiness" taste of older fish. Even with the small bowl I usually have enough for two servings, but maybe my preferences are closer to European serving sizes vs American, which I usually find is too much. Terrific choices for those whose nutritional needs focus on protein and reduced carbs (but of course you could get white rice if that's not an issue for you).The dining area is clean and what you'd expect from a quick service restaurant. Easy access for those with mobility challenges and there's a restroom onsite."

Poke Bowl

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (260) • $

"Here's what I stand by: any poke restaurant owner can reach out to a reputable seafood vendor to request for high quality cuts of seafood- prep em up and it'd be fire.. so I never base my opinion on just the quality of the fish. It's really the rice that plays the x-factor in a poke bowl. If I see sushi rice subbed for the plain white rice option, I'd give this place a second try! I wanna taste the love from the sushi rice prepping, I can eat Zojirushi rice at home any day!Wife and I got large poke bowls off DoorDash so this review is based solely on the food rather than the physical establishment. *One weird note is we ordered around 6:45PM Sun 4/2/23 but Yelp was showing this place was closed. Their current hours show Mon-Sat 10:30AM-11:00AM? Owner of the business might want to edit their Yelp page!Mine: white rice // sweet corn, cucumber // salmon, spicy tuna, scallop, spicy crab // spicy poke and spicy mayo sauce // wakame, oshinko, green onions, massago, furikake, garlic chips, sesame seeds(hers was similar: salmon, tuna, spicy tuna, and spicy crab with spicy mayo and ponzu)Pros- really filling and affordable, bowls are packed to the rim, and they're on UberEats/DoorDash for convenienceCons- lack of flavor (the rice and the sauces), quality of the fish is mediocre, carbs to fish/toppings ratio was pretty carb heavy, nothing really stood out from the bowl"