Looked up a poke spot near the area we were in and this popped up. So we checked it out. Yup! It…read morewas delicious. I got the Hawaiian poke crunch and it did have a lot of rice compared to the rest but the mixture was really good. My son liked it too and he is pretty picky so that's a good thing. They have an interesting menu. You can create a burrito or bowl. The mixtures are not just fish proteins but meat ones as well. Katsu bowl! The service was really great too. They welcomed up, answered a couple questions we had and then the wait for our actual food was quick. Check them out.

Molokai is a fun fast place to grab lunch. I like to get their sushi burritos sometimes to satisfy…read morea craving during the work week. As I think this may be obvious, the fish is nothing amazing, the last time I got a spicy tuna burrito, and found something strange in the fish mixture, hopefully a one time incident that hopefully won't happen again, but does take a star off. I think if this spot is near your office and you want something a bit healthier, I'd give it a try.

4 stars for portion size and pretty good sauces!…read more Came in for a quick late lunch bite. $16.99 + tax for a small build your own bowl. It comes with white or brown rice/salad. Got half white rice and salad, two scoops of fish (tuna and salmon), cucumbers, kani salad, jalapeños, green onions, ponzu and spicy mayo sauce, fried garlic, fried shallots, chili threads, and nori. Service was great, a little warm in the restaurant, and only other small thing is cut sizes on the veggies like jalapeños and green onion! Overall good experience!

Huge portions of super fresh and delicious poke options! My husband and I shared a large bowl and…read morewe're completely stuffed. It's really nice that they will season the rice and lettuce with its own sauce and then offer sauces on the side. This makes for a completely customized and very delicious experience. The young woman serving made some great recommendations as well.

Decided to pick up food for dinner here and ordered a Seafood Lover Bowl and a custom bowl. The…read morepeople working were very friendly and quick with building the bowls! I was there just before a typically dinner hour, so it wasn't busy but there was a steady flow of customers. Orion Poke has a well kept dining area, a nice variety of fresh ingredients and good portion sizes for the price. It's located in a small plaza with plenty of parking and is pretty unassuming from the outside, but definitely worth checking out if you're in the area and looking for some healthy and tasty food!

1st time in and I will say the items were fresh and the options plentiful. The woman behind the…read morecounter was complimentary of my choices and didn't rush me even though I was faltering at first. Plenty of flavor profiles to choose from and I always like to say "Gimme some furikake" and not get slapped.

I've been hoping to find a low-key place like this near my house and I think this might be a…read morewinner. My best friend brought me here as somewhere she gets poke from, I decided to try the pork Katsu curry because it's one of my favorite Japanese dishes, and it was so good. There are a couple of tables so we were able to sit down, but it was almost closing time. The prices are pretty normal for what it is, I think mine was about.$17 Definitely need to come back and try the poke, I had a bite of my friends and it was delicious too

We went after a day of shopping. The reviews were good so thought we couldn't miss. The place seats…read moreabout 25 and no one was in when we arrived. My sister had teriyaki chicken with fried rice and I ordered the Katsu chicken with steamed rice. I also ordered the tempura shrimp. The food was good over all but I felt my rice was a little tepid. Served in stone dishes the food felt fresh and well presented. Now both my sister and I unknowingly had digestive disturbances later that day. I even called out sick Monday because my stomach was so upset. I didn't eat dinner that night so had to attribute my illness to the shrimp. I am sure their food is good but having that experience makes me reluctant to go back. That said it is not on my side of town. The place is clean and tidy. Worth a try.

The Golden Mill is a fun place to spend an afternoon, especially if you're visiting Golden. The…read moreconcept is great--you get a card that's linked to your credit card, then you can order food and drinks from any of the vendors whenever you want without worrying about separate tabs. There's only about 4 options to choose from. It makes it easy for everyone in your group to get exactly what they want and just hang out. The best part is the location. The outdoor seating overlooks Clear Creek, so you can sit for hours watching people float down the river and enjoy the atmosphere. It's a great spot to relax with friends or family. The only downside is the food. We tried a few different things, and nothing really stood out. It wasn't bad, but it definitely wasn't the reason I'd come back. Overall, I'd return for the atmosphere, drinks, and convenience of the food hall setup--not necessarily for the food itself.

Golden Mill is unlike anything I've experienced before! The concept is really unique and made for a…read morefun visit. The downstairs outdoor patio is pet friendly, which was perfect for us and Luna. (The upstairs patio is not pet friendly because that's where the sushi bar is located.) The staff does a great job staying on top of clearing dishes and wiping down tables, so everything stayed clean despite how busy it was. When you arrive, they check your ID, stamp your hand to show you're 21+, and give you a card that's used throughout your visit. Every drink and food station scans your card, and drinks are charged by the ounce, so you can pour as little or as much as you'd like. They even have pre-salted glasses ready for margaritas! If you're unsure how the system works, staff members are nearby and happy to help. The food selection is impressive. There are several vendors offering everything from sushi and burgers to mac and cheese, Mexican food, ice cream, and more, so there's something for everyone. We ordered the loaded nachos, which came with chili, cheese, corn, and pico de gallo. They were really good, although I think they would have been even better with a side of guacamole and sour cream. The outdoor seating area has plenty of tables, lots of fans, and covered sections that provide welcome relief from the Colorado sun. The views are another highlight--you can overlook Clear Creek with the mountains in the background, and even see the Coors Brewery from the patio. Overall, it's a fun atmosphere, a very unique experience, and definitely worth checking out if you're in Golden.

If you're looking for one of the most exciting local fusion spots in the Denver metro area,…read more@rockyfinpoke deserves a place on your list. This Hawaiian-Japanese fast-casual gem has been serving up fresh, build-your-own bowls since 2018, and what makes it stand out is its commitment to preparing every bowl completely to order with fresh, unmarinated ingredients. With three metro locations -- Capitol Hill, Westminster, and North Denver/Westminster -- Rocky Fin offers something for every craving. Their customizable poke bowls are the star of the menu, with choices like tuna, salmon, shrimp, chicken, tofu, and more, paired with bases such as white rice, brown rice, spring mix, or even tortilla chips. Signature sauces like Rex Sauce, Ponzu Yuzu, Spicy Aioli, and Sweet Wasabi add the perfect finishing touch. If you prefer something ready-made, signature bowls like the Ichiban Bowl, Volcano Bowl, and Aloha Bowl deliver bold flavors and balanced combinations. And at select locations, the menu expands even further with hot Japanese comfort dishes such as ramen, donburi rice bowls, kara-age, takoyaki, pork belly bao buns, and more. To complete the experience, their house-made crush juices, including Golden Pineapple and Berry Minty, make the perfect refreshing pairing. Rocky Fin Poke Bar is more than just a poke spot -- it is a flavorful celebration of fresh ingredients, fusion cuisine, and local flavor.

I ordered the Build Your Bowl (2 Scoops) with salmon and all the other great fixings. The options…read moreto go with this bowl are extensive and fresh! I especially love the sauce choices! Great option to grab and go during the work day for a quick and tasty lunch.

We dropped into this cute eatery after a bike ride into Golden to grab some smoothies. It was easy…read moreto find seating outside which really made it a pleasant experience. Most of us ordered the Blueberry Matcha smoothie and enjoyed it. It was just a bit pricey for what it was. It didn't have a lot of flavor even though there should've been a lot of fruit in it.

This could be the most flavorless smoothie that I've had. I got the beach monkey and there was no…read moretaste. Normally, a smoothie with these ingredients has a dominant flavor-banana, pb, cacao- something.... I even added kale and didn't taste that either. The consistency was great. I also tried a Buddha bowl (banh mi) and added chicken. This was pretty good but I feel as if the ratios were a bit off. Personally, I would have preferred a bit more kale and quinoa and a little less of the chickpeas and cucumber. Though I know that's a preference thing. I subbed the turmeric dressing and it was delicious! I'd buy a container of that, if they sold it. The menu looks great and it had a lot of good options. The woman working behind the counter was very friendly. The atmosphere was nice, bright and had a good amount of seating. For the $30 I spent on it, it wasn't a bad experience, but also didn't leave me longing to return.

yum!! We didn't make a reservation. just walked in around 5 PM and were sat right away. Our…read morewaitress, Kaia, was very attentive and gave great recommendations. We started with the gyoza and crispy tuna pizza rice. Both were INCREDIBLE, I think the crispy rice may be one of my new favorites from anywhere we've had it. Then we both ordered basic rolls and were out within an hour... Overall great experience and will definitely be back here when were in Golden again

I've worked in Golden for a couple of years now, but honestly, I didn't explore much. Now that my…read moretime in Downtown Golden is almost up, I'm trying to hit as many places as I can. One of those places? Okinawa Sushi and it was awesome. Let's dig in! what I tried: Yellowtail Jalapeño - thinly sliced yellowtail, jalapeño, cilantro, and chef's special sauce Spicy Crispy Tuna - crispy rice topped with spicy tuna, avocado, and tobiko Teriyaki Chicken - veggies, rice, and your choice of miso soup or green salad Titanic Roll - shrimp tempura, spicy tuna, avocado inside; spicy crab, crunch, soy bean paper, and special sauce on top Playboy Roll - spicy salmon and crunch inside, topped with seared peppered white tuna, avocado, tobiko, and chili sauce A5 Kobe Beef Carpaccio - lightly seared best bites: The A5 Kobe beef carpaccio was seriously next level. Perfectly seared, super buttery. The yellowtail jalapeño was fresh, flavorful, and had just the right amount of spice. And you KNOW I had to get the crispy rice with spicy tuna and it did not disappoint. If you're around Downtown Golden, definitely add Okinawa Sushi to your list!