Finally got to stop by and pick up two poke lover bowls! They can get pretty busy! The fish looks very fresh and yummy! I got the kalbi ahi & shoyu salmon 10/10! I loved the kalbi ahi and the garlic mayo scallops. My husband tried the spicy salmon & spicy shoyu ahi. I definitely will come back to try the poke nachos and their butter mochi. I also got their POG & Lychee Lilikoi Boba. read more

Aloha Fresh - Poke Lover bowls + Garlic Mayo Scallop Poke - Poke Near Me - San Jose, California

Guess what?!?! I think I finally found Nemo. Aloha Fresh in Japan town is just a block or two away from Santo Market making my expectations high. Although I stand Santo market (because my name is in it) Im a huge fan of Poke Nachos with wonton chips and Aloha Fresh has just that. What I dont like is that you have to go in person to get the poke nachos which makes sense so that your wonton chips dont go soggyy, but I do wish that they would at least give you the option to purchase a side of wonton chips online and delivery orders. Despite this inconvenience I was wowed by the poke here. The Salmon poke here is top tier and maybe even better than Santo market. Aloha Fresh has a lot more flavors and kinds of Poke to choose from along with fresh warm musubis. I really enjoyed the poke from here because it's very melty, fatty, and doesnt have that weird fishy odor. Staff here are friendly, patient, and helpful. There is no option to sit in and dine here as the restaurant is similar to Poke House with no seating arrangements. not to worry though.because there's lots of benches around the area with shade. Ive had a lot of Poke and Aloha Fresh is one of the best ive had. However, if you're not a fan of Poke then I suggest you at least give this place a try and just keep swimming read more

OMG DELICIOUS! I kept seeing Aloha Fresh all over TikTok with their delectable pokenachos among other things and I finally got the opportunity to stop by. I really like how the Japan town area is a very clean with lots of parking in front of Aloha Fresh. The service here is very fast and efficient. As I stood in line the wait went by super fast. Lucky me! Because I've seen videos of the long lines days they sometimes have. lol. I checked out the menu briefly, but I already knew I was gonna get the pokey nachos because I have been SOO INSPIRED by TikTok. Can I just say? WOW I love these pokenachos. I decided to order the pokenachos with spicy salmon and the addition of the imitation crab. It was SO DELICIOUS, filling, and had a lovely swirl of flavors that complemented everything (especially the chips perfectly.) I really love how you can tell the salmon is super fresh as well as all of the ingredients. It was delightful. :) I honestly wasn't the biggest fan of the crab, but I am definitely looking to try something different next time. I did really enjoy my experience here because the food is clearly outstanding. I will say I was a little sad that my order didn't come with utensils or napkins inside the bag (nor did the worker tell me I need to get them myself.) As a first time customer it would've been nice to be told I have to get the utensils myself before I leave because I was in a rush + starving and had no tools to eat with other than my hands while I was driving *cries* but still worth it! lol. I definitely do see how this business can be one that focuses on sustainability so maybe I am supposed to ask for those? I also do think the staff is very proficient yet it would be nice to be greeted more cheerfully/authentically and/or helped with a smile or more enthusiastic workers. Overall still a great experience! I will remember to grab my own utensils next time. :) ********* NEWBIES PRO TIP******* If you're going to Aloha Fresh for the first time, you will need to grab your utensils + napkins before you leave. They are located in the small corner next to the door. :) Don't make the same mistake I did. lol. read more

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This place reminded us of the poke places in Hawaii! But slightly disappointing. Thought this place was just ok, not as good as the og poke place nearby. We only came here because the other place is closed on Sundays and Monday. So it's a decent alternative option. And I was craving poke really bad. XD This place has lots of options though, which is nice. Got the spicy salmon and shoyu ahi. Spicy salmon was decent, lacking in flavor and spice though. Shoyu ahi was very plain and lacking flavor too. I also think the fish from the shoyu ahi was not as fresh because it tasted slightly off and I had a bit of a stomach pain a few hours later, then the runs. We also got miso salmon which was ok, not really to my liking. Overall, this place has potential! Just need to improve the flavors. More flavor to the poke please! I'll definitely come back though, to try the other flavors. :9 No tables or seatings but there's a bench outside. Service was fast and quick. read more

Aloha Fresh - Miso salmon and spicy salmon - Poke Near Me - San Jose, California

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Small poke restaurant with various fish selections and poke nachos. Came just for their poke nachos as not many places offer that option but unfortunately I was a little disappointed. The fish was good but the wonton chips were very thin and any parts of it that touched the sauce directly turned soggy immediately. Next time, I'll try their poke bowls instead of nachos. Service was fine and the store is small with no indoor seating. read more

Aloha Fresh - Poke nachos - Poke Near Me - San Jose, California

A long line can go either way... a good or bad sign. This time it was a good sign. This small spot packs flavor into the food! The line takes a little time to get through but once your there a selection of fresh poke is available. No seating inside, simply order and go. There is a nearby small park that I walked to that has tables and shade. Food looks amazing and tastes even better. Service is standard , folks are trying to move the line so nothing special. I got the nachos which have crunchy wontons layered with yummy poke, imitation crab and other goodies. This was my second time getting it and they are consistently delicious. This was my first time getting the garlic chicken which I was slightly underwhelmed. I didn't taste the garlic really, it was lukewarm but was crunchy. Maybe I need to try again and it will be better? Overall this is a solid option for poke and I love the nacho version!!! Will def be back as it's conveniently located and has lots of availability for parking. read more

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I'm not sure what happened the last few times I've been here but the food has went downhill. I ordered the garlic mayo scallops and spicy ahi. The scallops were super salty, way too much mayo and salt and the ahi did not taste fresh. I made a big mistake ordering 2 scoops and it really disappoint! It's crazy I've been coming here and it used to be so good and fresh. I feel like the food went downhill tbh. I am so sad that I have to find a new poke spot. Also, I got the black rice and it was super dry, I'm not sure why everything I had and regularly order tastes so different. This is the first time I couldn't finish and had to keep looking at my food like why is it so salty and it didn't tastes as fresh. Did they get a new chef because...it def seems like it. read more

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After reading so many reviews about their poke nachos, we had to try them for ourselves -- and they did not disappoint! The location is right on the strip of all the Japantown stores, which makes it a fun stop while walking around. We were able to find street parking pretty easily, but we went during a non-busy time, so that probably helped. The restaurant itself is quaint and small -- definitely more of a grab-and-go spot. There's no indoor seating, so it's takeout only. We did see someone enjoying their food on one of the benches outside, which works if the weather is nice. We ordered the poke nachos and the Poke Lover Bowl. For the bowl, we got spicy ahi and shoyu ahi -- both were SO good and super fresh. We added crab salad on the side (just $0.50 extra, which isn't always standard at other poke spots), and also got the ocean salad (seaweed salad) as our other side. The nachos may look small at first, but they're packed with flavor. The sauces really bring everything together. Every bite was delicious. Definitely coming back. So good! read more

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Food: Poke Lover (Kukui Nut Salmon, Spicy Shoyu Ahi, Mac Salad, Ocean Salad), Butter Mochi Price: $20.50 (Poke Lover), 3 for $7 Overall: If someone asks for the best authentic hawaiian poke in San Jose, aloha fresh is the correct answer. I been going to this place since I was in high school and I just love Hawaiian poke. It is located in Japantown and there is metered/limited parking. I came around 12pm to get lunch. I love all the flavors here but my favorite flavors are the hokey poke ahi, spicy shoyu ahi, and kukui nut salmon. The Spicy Salmon and Ahi are also very good! For the sides, I love getting the mac salad, lomi lomi, and ocean salad. If I am not hungry, I would recommend getting the same kine or poke nachos! I am forever a Aloha Fresh advocate!! read more

Aloha Fresh - Menu - Poke Near Me - San Jose, California

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I dream about you ;_; I've been super hyperfixated on poke recently and I went to eat their bowl two days in a row. Based on what I've tried, my favorite fish options are the wasabi masago ahi and the kukui nut ahi!! Then for sides I loveeeee their Mac salad so much (-": tastes PERFECT after I sprinkle some of their packaged sriracha on top. Drooling just thinking about it. The guava mochi was also very amazing!! read more

Aloha Fresh - Poke Near Me - San Jose, California

My favorite poke spot! Ive tried almost all their poke and theyre all ono. Personal favorites on my poke bowl are the Kukui Nut & Kalbi. Recommend getting a Spicy Mayo on top of the wonton chips! Usually come here on the weekends and the wait hasnt been too long even when the Poke Nacho blew up on tiktok. Sometimes line looks long from outside but it moves quick. Spot is small and has no tables but lovely parks to eat at close by. read more

Aloha Fresh - Poke Near Me - San Jose, California

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My bestie recommended this place! Order Breakdown: #1 Poke Lover: 2 Poke + 2 Sides (4/5) - Half sushi/salad - Spicy salmon poke & Spicy Shoyu Ahi - Seaweed salad & Imitation Crab Visually? She's thick. Like generous scoops, no skimpy energy. I would get the spicy salmon 100x again. The poke was fresh and marinated well. I like that the ahi was spicy/with a kick. #2 Poke Lover: 2 Poke + 2 Sides (4/5 bf rating) - Half sushi/salad - Korean Style Shrimp & Spicy Salmon - Mac Salad & Imitation Crab Bf "everything was amazing. only downside is that there was an abundance of toppings that were used to at other poke spots. I wish the crab came with it as well instead of being counted as a side" Sides went crazy: * Crab salad: creamy, slightly sweet. * Mac salad: YUM! classic. * Seaweed salad: average. Musubi 3/5 bf "decent. Spam was a bit thin and it had double rice on top and on the bottom of the spam. Ratio is off. Flavor and sauce is great though!" Around $17-24.50 depending on your build. Not cheap, but portions are generous. You will not leave hungry. Service: 5/5 Fast, assembly-line style. No frills, just scoop and go. It's not complicated poke. It's "I want something filling, fresh, and customizable without thinking too hard." read more

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We visited Aloha Fresh in San Jose Japantown after seeing all the hype on TikTok, and when we arrived there was already a long line out the door--about 20 people ahead of us. From start to finish, it took roughly 30 minutes to order and get our food, partly because they ran out of spicy salmon, which slowed things down even more. We tried the spicy salmon, spicy ahi tuna, scallop, the popular "um nachos" (poke served over wonton chips--the main reason we came), butter mochi, and Korean fried chicken. Overall, most of the food was pretty tasty and the pricing felt fair. However, the scallop was a miss. It had a strong seafood, "sea" taste that didn't feel fresh and left an uncomfortable aftertaste. Because of that, we ended up throwing it away. The Korean fried chicken was also disappointing. It came out immediately and wasn't hot--or even warm--which made it clear it wasn't freshly cooked. As for the um nachos, they were good, but not groundbreaking. I've had similar poke-and-wonton-chip combinations before, whether in taco form or plated differently. This felt more like a trendy fusion take than something truly new or standout. I wouldn't say it's better than other poke places--it just happens to be having a viral moment. The space itself is very casual. There's no indoor seating, so everyone eats outside on benches and tables. Parking in the area is tricky, mostly paid street parking unless you find a nearby neighborhood spot. On the positive side, the staff was friendly and service was polite--it was just really slow due to how crowded it was. Overall, it was fun to try a new place, and the food was solid in parts, but not something I'd wait in a long line for again. read more

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The viral poke nachos are found here at Aloha Fresh in Japantown (San Jose). I first stumbled across Aloha Fresh after seeing so many food bloggers try their poke nachos. We came on a Saturday right at opening 11:00 am with only three people in line ahead of us. By the time we ordered, there was a line to do the door. I ordered the poke nachos with spicy salmon. The poke nachos by default come with one scoop of poke and seaweed salad. You can get crab salad or an additional scoop of poke added for an additional fee. They then drizzle sauce on top of everything. I was curious about their other poke options so we also opted for a poke bowl with 2 scoops of poke and 2 sides. It comes with rice (you can also sub it out for greens). We tried the stoyu ahi and the Hawaiian ahi. For the sides we got the crab salad and the mac salad. First up - poke nachos. The wonton chips are crispy and a great vessel. The spicy salmon has good flavor. If you don't like a lot of sauce, you may want to ask them to go light because they do drizzle on a considerable amount. Overall, I liked these poke nachos and would get them again. The poke bowl is where things were lackluster. The ahi unfortunately didn't have much flavor. We couldn't tell the difference between the shoyu and the Hawaiian either. The quality of the ahi definitely could have been better. The crab salad and mac salad were both good sides though and saved the poke bowl. Overall, for a fun bite, the poke nachos with salmon was pretty good and I'd return just for that. In terms of general poke, I would rather drive a short way to go to Santos Market. read more

Came right before the lunch rush and i'm glad i did because the line was out the door immediately! I got the infamous poke nachos that's been all the rave on social media and it did not disappoint! The poke was fresh and they added just enough sauce. I will say though, the poke to wonton chip ratio was a bit on a smaller side, I wish they could add a little bit more consider the price point. Bonus point because I accidentally dropped mine right outside the store and they were able to give me a new one without charging me again! read more

Aloha Fresh - Poke Near Me - San Jose, California

3.5 stars overall. I've been wanting to try aloha fresh for a while now, and I finally got the chance to try it out. I got the poke lover bowl with the kalbi tuna and the spicy salmon. And for the sides I got mac salad and seaweed salad. The fish tasted pretty fresh but I just felt like it was really salty and the portions were small for the price. My friend got the poke lover as well with ahi tuna and spicy salmon and he got the crab salad, and the seaweed salad. He said he tasted way too much mayo in the crab salad. read more

Aloha Fresh - Poke Near Me - San Jose, California

Start this off by saying aloha is boooomb. We've been multiple times now and just leaving a review. I will say that some of the times we go , there's not as much sauce or flavor to it but that's just not picking. We've never had a bad experience here at all. You can't go wrong with any of the flavors. They have multiple and most are good! Our go to is the shoyu tuna and tako. All have great flavor while not being too salty like some other poke places. To finish up, this place and santo I enjoy a ton because they don't have all the fixings on top of their poke. It's the fish with sauce and thats it. Which helps have the fish shine more which is derlish. (Not sure if that's considered traditional Hawaiian like but I prefer it!) read more

Aloha Fresh - Poke Near Me - San Jose, California

Aloha Fresh feels like it leans more into a traditional Hawaiian-style poke experience, and that really shows in the way they prioritize the fish. The emphasis here is less on piling on toppings and more on letting the quality and freshness of the fish speak for itself. The fish tastes incredibly fresh, and the poke sauces complement it perfectly rather than competing with it. Everything works in harmony--the seasoning, the texture, and the overall balance of flavors. It's a more focused and refined approach compared to build-your-own bowl spots, and it really pays off. If you're someone who appreciates poke in a more authentic, fish-forward style, this place is definitely worth checking out. I'd absolutely recommend stopping by if you're in the area it's a standout for quality and simplicity done right. :) read more

I think Aloha Fresh is a very good hawaiian style poke spot. My main issues are that a lot of the time the spicy salmon or tuna that I order are just way too salty. Like way. Too salty. It's overbearing on the palette. I'm also a big advocate of having poke on chips, but due to the amount of sodium they're adding to their batches, and the extreme saltiness of the wonton crisps (which also cannot actually scoop the poke at all and fall apart) the experience is somewhat less than the places I'm used to in San Diego. Still a great spot though and I'd hope they could make a slight adjustment to the salt balance. I'll still be coming back and would update my review for sure if I felt differently! read more

Came by on a Thursday around 3pm and there was already a line out the door, always a good sign. This is take-out style only: you order at the counter and there's no indoor seating. The poke is displayed in a glass case, just like ordering poke in Hawai'i, and you can even order by the pound. The ahi is flown in fresh from Hawai'i, and you can truly taste the difference. I ordered a small kine bowl with white rice, topped with ponzu and spinach. For the fish, I chose the spicy shoyu ahi, along with crab salad and namasu. Let me just say... I devoured the entire bowl. So fresh, so flavorful, the quality really shines. Definitely recommend. It's on the pricier side, but absolutely worth it for the freshness and quality. read more

Aloha Fresh - Poke Near Me - San Jose, California

I have been thinking about this place ever since I got it. There was quite a line when we got there, but it went by quickly and gave us time to decide what to order. I got the kalbi ahi, and the flavor was so good--perfect balance of sweet and savory. The fish here is so fresh and buttery. I love that they have wonton chips as an option to eat with the poke as well. The poke nachos are also served with seaweed salad, which added a nice flavor. I plan to come back as soon as I can to try the other flavors! read more

Aloha Fresh - Kalbi Ahi Poke, Spicy Ahi Poke - Poke Near Me - San Jose, California

Same tasting poke from Foodland, Maui. Nostalgic and delicious. Service was good too. It is a very small are, good for to-go. read more

Aloha Fresh - Sesame Tako, Miso Salmon Poke, Kukui Nut Ahi Poke, Garlic Mayo Scallop Poke - Poke Near Me - San Jose, California

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I really enjoy the freshness of their fish and variety of flavors but the portion size is small for the cost. I've tried their poké nachos with ginger scallion ahi and kakui nut salmon. I added the salmon on the side because most of the container was filled with wonton chips. The nachos are good but for $14 to receive a box of 85% chips, 10% seaweed salad, and 5% actual fish is kinda pricey. The staff are nice and efficient in moving the line along, although the wait can be pretty long on the weekend (20+ minutes out the door). There are no sit down areas in the restaurant; all takeout. Utensils and soy sauce at a side table after you pay for your order. Parking is along the street and you may have to walk a bit. read more

Aloha Fresh - Poke Nachos - Poke Near Me - San Jose, California

*This review is for the Poke Nachos: Deinfluence Edition* After seeing few viral tiktoks online, I had to try the poke nachos! I love Aloha Fresh and the quality of poke bowls, one of the best Hawaiian poke spots in the area. However, after trying the poke nachos, I'm disappointed (3.5/5 stars). It was tasty, but $14 for a snack?? Pass. Not worth. You will still be hungry. I did liked how they fried the wonton chips, but this was way too expensive for the amount of fish you get. I was mainly eating wonton chips. For a few more bucks, you get wayyyyy more food in a poke bowl. I've noticed a price increase overall, so spending $20~ on high quality poke is typical nowadays. If you're debating between the nachos or bowl, get the bowl. Also, if you sign up for their rewards program, they won't give you a stamp unless you get a bowl. I thought that was strange because $14 is a cost of a whole meal. read more

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Found this place on tiktok and apparently so did a lot of people because there's a long line outside the door. Fortunately it goes by pretty fast. I knew what I wanted-the poke nachos. The staff are friendly and efficient. Everything is to go as there is no seating inside. Overall I enjoyed the poke nachos-I just wish you got a little more poke with it and could order 2 different kinds instead of just the one. The spicy ahi tuna was very good and the wonton chips were good too. The price with tax came out to about $15. It's not a huge portion but to me it's perfect for a light lunch. There are some benches outside in Japan town. I got extremely lucky with parking. If you go to Japan town you know most of the time you have to park a ways away and walk. I would come back again to try another type of poke read more

Aloha Fresh - Menu 2026 - Poke Near Me - San Jose, California

Happy I got to try the viral TikTok poke nachos today! There's a great variety of fish/poke options to choose from for the topping, which I really appreciated. The fried wonton chips were soooo perfectly crunchy and addictive. My only downside was the chip-to-fish ratio. I ran out of poke way before I finished the wontons, so I wish there was more to balance everything out. I also ordered the Poke Lover Bowl, which comes with two poke scoops and two sides. I went with the Sweet Soy Salmon and Spicy Shoyu Ahi. The fish itself was super fresh, but flavor-wise, the bowl leaned a little heavy on the mayo side, which slightly muted some of the seasoning I was hoping for. Overall, the fresh fish and friendly service made this a solid spot to check out if the poke nachos have been on your radar! read more

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One of the best places to get Hawaiian poke outside of the islands in the bay! Service is always good too just like the ono food! This is a take out only spot but if you want there's benches scattered around Japantown to eat here and ppl watch. Our favorites are definitely masago wasabi ahi and spicy salmon! But tbh you really can't go wrong with any of their flavors here. Also the sides are classic! Namasu (pickled cucumber), wakame, and crab salad are the best though. Do yourself a favor and get a side of 1lb mac though hahaha I put a bit on the side for our lunches as easy meal prep and a treat! Haha Don't sleep on the fried chicken either! Island style karaage. Drinks are also solid here!! And the butter mochi awesome. Really just one of the best spots for Hawaiian food around. read more

I've heard great things about Aloha Fresh poke in Japantown SJ and had to rush over after work to try it out. Arrived on a Thursday at 5:15pm half expecting everything to be almost out because they close shop at 6pm. I was mostly correct as many of the poke flavors were down to their last scoop and the butter mochi just sold out when I arrived. However, to my surprise, the workers told me that they could make a new batch of whatever poke I wanted! So I gladly asked for more sweet soy salmon and stepped aside to wait. And in the meantime, they restocked a full tray of butter mochi! The servers were extremely kind, patient, and accommodating, and it really made the whole experience worthwhile! Poke Lover: 2 scoops of poke, 2 sides. I got spicy shoyu ahi and sweet soy salmon with seaweed salad and crab salad; everything was fresh and tasty! And the portion sizes look deceiving, the poke lover was quite generous. Small Kine: 1 scoop poke, 2 sides. Ordered the same soy salmon with lomilomi and crab salad. Butter Mochi: This was my first time trying it after hearing it sells out, and honestly I really liked it! The crust on the outside is my favorite part, and it's not too sweet with a great texture. read more

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Love, love, love aloha fresh. Definitely one of the best poke spots in town. I also love Santo Market but come here for the Salmon + dinner hours + delivery. Poke Nachos are absolutely BUS would definitely go back for more. Wonton chips are so crispy with the garlic mayo sauce and unagi sauce + ocean salad and lomi lomi salmon. If you don't eat immediately, I'd see if it's possible to get the chips on the side They also sell poke by the pound. My fav is spicy salmon for $28/ib. Not too spicy but packs a good punch still. I used to order this with the poke chips on the side if I didn't plan on eating them right away so they didn't get soggy. And of course the bowl is also always a solid pick the rice is nice and hot and I love the Mac and ocean salad sides. Super filling for lunches and a little leftover for later. Like most places in Japan town, parking can be tough here because it's street side (and possibly metered) and there's no sit-in (there are benches outside to eat), but it's great vibes all around and the quality of the fish is amazing and I always come out for the poke :) read more

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Absolutely love this place! Poke is so fresh and they have unique flavors and seasonings I haven't seen before! Both poke bowls and ordering poke by the pound are great options! For the poke bowl, seaweed salad is free which I feel like other places charge you. Everyone is so friendly. It's like having a little bit of Hawaii in South Bay! read more

Aloha Fresh - Poke bowls - Poke Near Me - San Jose, California

Stopped by again for a quick, fresh $20 poke bowl and it didn't disappoint. This time I ordered the Lovers Poke bowl with Spicy Shoyu Ahi Tuna and Kukui Nut Ahi. Between the two, the Spicy Ahi had a slightly slimier texture and was noticeably saltier, with the heat building gradually as you eat. For sides, I chose Ocean (seaweed) and Namasu. The Namasu was crunchy, refreshing, and a nice contrast to the fish. And, of course, it's hard to go wrong with seaweed. Service was friendly and quick, on an early Friday afternoon. Very filling overall! read more

Aloha Fresh - 1. Poke Lover - Poke Near Me - San Jose, California

Excellent Poke Overall. The Ahi Tuna and Salmon are savory, and they added lettuce and other vegetables on the poke. Ingredients tasted fresh and flavorful. Sides they offer include seaweed salad and crab meat. There is no inside seating here. You are greeted by an associate and they assist you with your order. Great place for a quick and easy Poke grab. read more

Aloha Fresh - 1. Poke Lover - Poke Near Me - San Jose, California

Aloha Fresh is my favorite poke in the Bay, and honestly just as good as the ones I've had in Hawaii. I always get the spicy salmon, but the shoyu tuna is also really good. I love that they have a bunch of different flavors, and everything tastes super fresh every time. There's usually a line out the door, and they do close pretty early, so I try to go earlier in the day. It's definitely more of a takeout spot, but if you walk across the street corned, there's a bunch of seating by a little playground, which makes a really nice place to eat. read more

Aloha Fresh - Spicy Salmon Poke - Poke Near Me - San Jose, California

The poke here is super good and fresh! The sauces for them are great as well. I love that they have the bowls, nachos, and by the pound option. The workers are all super nice and work efficiently. The place itself is small and has no seating though so it's more of a takeout place but I would definitely recommend! read more

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This was my second time coming to Aloha Fresh, and I was really looking forward to it after my first visit. Unfortunately, this experience didn't live up to expectations. I found a piece of plastic in my bowl, which was pretty upsetting and concerning. Food safety is a big deal, and this definitely took away from the meal. The food itself is usually good, which is why I came back, but this situation made it hard to enjoy. I hope the staff takes more care when preparing orders to avoid something like this happening again. Not sure if I'll return, but I do hope they improve their quality control. read more

Aloha Fresh - A piece of plastic - Poke Near Me - San Jose, California

Aloha Fresh is a small, quaint poke shop located in the heart of San Jose's historic Japantown, and serves fresh, delicious poke to the people of SJ. You can build your bowl to your liking by selecting your base, the type of fish or seafood you want based on the flavor profiles available, and lastly, your sides. Aloha fresh has a fairly large selection of different flavors of poke, which range from sweet to spicy, and sometimes a combination of both. They also offer different types of fish and seafood, such as tuna (ahi), salmon (sake), and octopus. The space itself is fairly small with no dining space and is set up more like a pickup your order and eat somewhere else type of shop, however, it's perfect to grab on the go and bring on a picnic somewhere during a beautiful California day. Aloha fresh brings the vibes and the flavors, and you should definitely check them out if you're a poke lover like me. read more

It was a cloudy Tuesday afternoon, when my partner and I decided we wanted poke. There is a fierce debate about where is the best poke in the bay, but I think Aloha Fresh has secured my vote. We got two orders of the poke nachos as well as two additional sides of poke as I really wanted to try some of their various flavors. We got the Smokey Pokey and Spicy Salmon for our nachos and then we tried the Ginger Scallion Ahi as well as the Garlic Mayo Scallops. Everything was delicious and there's nothing I would do differently. The service was also great as the guy helping out gave his recommendations and was super chill. read more

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Came here for lunch with some co-workers. We all got the Poke lover bowl. We all ordered different types of fish. I end up going with the ginger scallion. Everyone else got different spicy ones and really enjoyed it. The staff was very friendly, made it really easy to order for the first time. There's no seating so we ended up sitting on the bench across the street near the grocery store. Definitely was very busy for lunchtime, was almost in line out the door after we left. Would definitely recommend to friends and family and looking forward to coming back. read more

Aloha Fresh - Poke Near Me - San Jose, California

If you're looking for authentic poke that is as close to having it in Hawaii, then you've found the right place!! Aloha Fresh has some of the yummiest poke I have ever tried!!! It's worth the wait if you go - there's normally a line. They PACK the bowl and every bite is delicious and fresh. My only thing is I wish that they allowed more than 2 toppings!!! It would be nice to have more options there but I guess they do serve larger portions than say, Santo Market. All in all would def come back here again. read more

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Fresh poke spot in SJ. Good amount of options here with hot foods as well. Does get busy with line through the doors when I went. No seating inside. I got the poke lover bowl which has 2 sides and 2 poke option. Poke tasted fresh. Tasty flavor and the sides were solid as well. The butter mochi was deliciously made and had a good crust to it. Paid street parking. Would come back to try their poke nachos. read more

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