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Ali'i Poke - Carmel

4.8 (100 reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Chassity B.

This place is SO good! I can't believe I never tired it before. I lived by one in fishers and never visited but lived to Carmel close enough to walk to this one. It's so good!! I always get a small size and it's always enough for me. It comes with one scoop of a protein of your choice and as many toppings as you'd like. I get sushi rice but there's also a brown rice or salad option as well. The fish to put on top has been so good. I go between marinated or sashimi style. Other toppings like vegetables and sauces are also great in the bowl. Very fresh. I highly recommend if you want to try something different and like sushi (or crave something like it). The service was just okay. The lady behind the counter wasn't too helpful or friendly when it came to helping my mom who was there for the first time. Each time I go in she seems to rush me although there's no one else in the store when I usually go in. Maybe fast is just her personality- I'm not too sure. The interior decor was also nice. It reminds me of Hawaii with the palm trees and images on the walls. There's also Hawaiian music playing softly in the background. Overall I highly recommend you to give it a try.

Tropical poke with spicy tuna.
Shekila S.

Super Yelp event! We were wowed by the delicious food! Outstanding service. Clean establishment! We will return. I am home and we wished we had gotten a bowl to go.

Spicy poke bowl--medium.
Michelle D.

I bought this for my husband and really enjoyed the freshness of the vegetables, ahi, and salmon in this spicy poke bowl. I asked them to skip the carrots. We will return again.

Olivia C.

I was greeted with a warm aloha as soon as I open the door. I knew the food would be good from the customer service alone. I got a full rundown of the menu and what I could add to my bowl as well as a taste test of the tuna I was skeptical because I had never had raw fish before and I'm a texture person, but I was pleasantly surprised by how flavorful and delicious the fish was Although I did enjoy the taste test. I still went ahead and chose a cooked protein for my bowl. I went with the Pele poke option, which is the spicy premade bowl option great decision. I also paired it with one of the Hawaiian drinks that was offered in the fridge behind the register after I demolished the bowl I went ahead and try the classic dessert and the creaminess of the vanilla ice cream and just the tart and like sweetness of the mango just brought everything together nicely. I never thought I'd enjoy potables but next time I think I'm gonna dive in and try a full bowl with the raw tuna this time I sat down and enjoyed the sit down area and the soft music playing with the little sunset really set the vibes right; in the back really made me feel like I had a piece of Hawaii in Carmel

Kruti P.

First time having a poke bowl and it was delicious!! This bowl leaves you feeling healthy. Great customer service. Build your bowl order: Sushi rice Tofu Seaweed salad Mango Radish Carrots Crispy onions Edamame Sauces: spicy mayo and unagi sauce I would recommend this place and will definitely go back myself.

Julia M.

I was in the mood for a light, fresh lunch, and Ali'i Poke was JUST what I needed. I opted for a small bowl with rice, marinated tuna, and a variety of veggie toppings, and the bowl DID. NOT. DISAPPOINT. It was some of the best Poke I have had in a while!! The marinade and flavor in the fish was to die for. Service was excellent, and very helpful as I asked which toppings and sauce he recommended. The restaurant is clean, bright, colorful, and inviting. Do not sleep on this place!! I will be back whenever I get the chance.

A little taste of Hawaii
Thama P.

This place was AMAZING! Simply delicious. Right from the start when I walked in, the restaurant was clean and beautiful! All decor was on par with the theme and just done so well! There's a back and front entrance. I went for the Hawaiian ice and was so pleased! I ordered the Hawaiian Dream. Which was passion fruit and guava, topped with pineapple condensed milk, and in the center a scoop of vanilla! Literally the shaved ice was like a pillow but the flavor the flavor so delicious! Just lovely! The service was exceptional, very attentive, and conversational, and patient with all my questions! I recommend to everyone it was wonderful! I am looking forward to going back!

Pele Poke Bowl (Spicy Version) - Lg
Fatima G.

I've tried Ali'i Poke as a part of a Yelp event a year ago and the flavors were great. So I waked in for a quick dinner, and one looks the space is so so clean and smells so fresh too. I ordered the spicy poke bowl and the flavors didn't disappoint. There was heat, but not so overpowering to make it too spicy. The entire order took less than 3 minutes which is what I love about quick food these days. Service was so good and I love Aloha as the first greeting. I knocked off a star cause I got a dollop of wasabi right in the middle of my poke bowl. Now I didn't know this and it definitely wasn't a good moment tasing such a sharp flavor in one bite. Two, I am not much of a rice eater and I didn't have the option of at least doubling up my veggies. I get the concept of raw, fresh tuna and I do love the premium add ons that go with it. But not everyone is a rice lover and should be given options to adjust their bowl

Angela J.

While I did enjoy the Yelp Elite benefit of receiving a free poke bowl and shaved ice, I also purchased another poke bowl for my daughter. This was a first time experience for us both, with poke, and we are now big fans. First of all, customer service was impeccable. We were taking our lunch to eat at the park, and my grandbabies had fallen asleep. So my daughter went in first, so she could tell me what she wanted. The first words out of her mouth, upon returning to the car, was, "I am SO excited about this now! It looks so good and they are SOOO sweet." She had been apprehensive at the idea of poke bowls at first. Their selection is so fresh and they explain things so perfectly, the intimidation factor just disappeared. I've been interested in trying poke bowls for some time, but hadn't because I wasn't sure what choices to make to put together a tasty bowl. I love that they have the option of choosing from a handful of bowl types. Then you only need choose the base type and protein. My daughter and I both chose the Ali'i Poke House without ginger. I opted for a mixed base of sushi rice and spring salad with ahi tuna, and my daughter just chose sushi rice and salmon sashimi. We both had the small sized bowls and were completely satisfied. My granddaughter enjoyed more of the Strawberry Shaved Ice than we did, only because we just didn't have much room for anything else after our poke bowls. We all agreed it's absolutely delicious. I would stop in here just for this treat. I was thrilled to hear they have other locations that are closer to my home. So I don't have to drive all the way up to Carmel every time I'd like a poke bowl. It sounds like the other locations will be getting the shaved ice soon too!

Poke Bowl
Bryndon P.

What a great surprise. I ate there again today. The food is so fresh and is delicious. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and they are happy to discuss options for the different bowls they offer. There are free samples if you want to try something before you order it. Everything I had was an amazing combination of flavors and textures. I've had Poke before, but there's something fresh, something that tastes better here. When I asked why I was told that this is true Hawaian Poke and only the freshest ingredients are used. It certainly tastes that way! I will definitely be back, and the food is safe for wife with food allergies!

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Reviews are largely positive. People highlight the fresh and flavorful food, friendly and helpful staff, and Hawaiian-themed ambiance. Portions are generous, and desserts receive praise.

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Big portions and friendly staff! The ingredients always taste fresh and are flavorful. High recommend!

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