Poke places are abundant in the city, but this is probably one of my favorites (and my new go-to poke place). The two things that make I'a Poke stand out for me: 1) the marinated fish (particularly the tuna); 2) the seasoned seaweed (different from the usual seaweed salad). My only complaint is that the food is too salty at times. The location is casual and structured for pick-up only. Service is friendly and fast. Recommend a visit! read more

I was in the area running errands and was craving poke, so I decided to stop by. The shop is small with just a few tables. I got a medium bowl with salad, two scoops of marinated tuna, and one scoop of spicy tuna. The marinated tuna was a little salty for my taste even though a lot of reviews mentioned it was their favorite. I actually preferred the spicy tuna and liked that it wasn't minced up completely like ground meat. Overall the poke was good, just not the best I've had around the Bay Area. Service was great and everyone was friendly. They also have a self-serve water station which is nice. read more

I'a Poke - Medium bowl w/marinated tuna and spicy tuna - Poke Near Me - San Francisco, California

Meh. Used to be really good. Mushy spicy tuna, frozen ahi blocks not fresh. Kind of a clumsy over crowded mish mash of ingredients. Was hoping for a cleaner version of standout ingredients. Also wish they offered the spicy mayo on the side rather than a glob in the middle. Maybe it's me? On the positive side I'm glad they were able to reopen. read more

Huge portions, friendly service, casual vibe with wooden counters and tall metal stools. What stands out here from most other poke shops here on the mainland are the tasty and authentically marinated spicy pokes that remind me of those in Hawaii, and the huge portion I received for a "medium" which is really like a "Large" at most other places. Worth a try if you are in the area! read more

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The restaurant is temporarily closed due to lack of running water. I've tried the other branches and i like their poke burritos. Disappointed i wasn't able to dine here. read more

This location is open again! Poke is fantastic here and so are the staff. Highly recommend this place.

Cool space to grab a Poke during the week with a fair amount of parking in the area. The staff is friendly & competent, the space airy and clean, the ingredients fresh, seasoned, and tasty. Not a lot of seating but enough it seems, plus there are a number of spaces outside that are ideal to enjoy a meal. read more

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Ordered I'a poke from the app Too Good To Go and received a surprise box that was loaded with rice as well as salmon, tuna, and crab meat plus spicy mayo and cilantro. I hadn't heard of I'a pole prior and was surprised when I found out how close it is; in between SOMA and Mission Bay near the round a bouts are: the Design District. Without having any expectations, I was pleasantly surprised how good the poke bowl was! Both the salmon and tuna tasted very fresh and clean; nothing fishy in a negative way. The crab salad was also well balanced as it wasn't overloaded in mayo so the flavor stuck out well. I'm not a big fan of spicy but the spicy mayo packed a good hot that wasn't overpowering. The staff at the restaurant were also super friendly. They greeted me with positive, loud energy when I arrived and helped me with grabbing my pick up order. read more

I'a Poke - Poke Near Me - San Francisco, California

I'a Poke is one of my favorite poke spots in the Bay Area! It's a walkable distance from my work and is the only place I go to if I don't make lunch for myself. There is a little bit of seating available inside. I personally bring my food back to my work to eat so it doesn't affect my rating. Previously there was one worker (I never asked for his name despite never failing to see him every time I've visited), but now that the place is getting more attention I think there is another worker helping him. Now the food is REALLY REALLY good. The seasonings and sauces paired with the fresh fish are chef's kiss. I've never been disappointed. I always get the sesame shoyo, spicy mayo, and unagi sauce with two scoops of salmon and either yellowtail or tuna to finish it off. The portions are generous and a medium bowl is $16 before tax. Affordable and satisfied? That's what you'll get here. Would love to bring my poke loving friends here some day. read more

I'a Poke - a person holding a bowl of food - Poke Near Me - San Francisco, California

My favorite poke spot in the area. The portions are generous, a good value, and there are plenty of toppings. If you get one of the marinated fish with onions, keep an eye on it when it's scooped because sometimes the onion to fish ratio isn't perfect. read more

I was pleasantly surprised when this place popped up on my TGTG app and I decided to give it a try. Haven't had any poke ever since coming back from Oahu 2 years ago. It was a big box of fresh proteins when a variety of fish and shrimp. The staff was very friendly and it was very easy for me to find a parking spot. Will come back! read more

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Was over in the area doing a detail and had to hit up this place. Craving a bowl. Got distracted with the special menu, Got garlic mash potatos that they use the juices from the wagyu beef is Always get the unari special too. Worth the trip across the city! The chef is the creator of all there specials S/O to him. Hit the spot! Easy parking too! read more

I'a Poke - Garlic mash potatos with wagyu - Poke Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Excellent Poke Bowl. One of the best that I have ever eaten. I will definitely be a regular patron.

I was craving poke and decided to see what was nearby on our drive back from east bay into the city and landed on l'a poke. Their online ordering system did not work when we preordered our bowls so when we came to pick them up we had to wait 10-15min for the order to be made. I ordered the tango bowl with white rice and my partner ordered the aloha bowl with brown rice. The white rice in my bowl was so mushy and not vinegar-y at all like how sushi rice is made. Furthermore the whole mix itself was tasteless - I expected more from a signature bowl. My partner's bowl tasted better than mine, but that's not saying much. Overall, cravings weren't met and I probably wouldn't come back to order from here again. read more

Super happy with the food and service at this place!! I got the regular bowl with salmon and spicy tuna and for the sauces I got sesame shoyu, spicy mayo and ponzu. Shoutout to Steven for wonderful service (and for working on Thanksgiving day with such a positive attitude!) read more

3.5 stars Location: Next to Suchada Thai Massage in the SOMA Interior: Small with a few dine in tables Menu: Build your own or choose from pre-made signature selections. I chose a small pre-made signature bowl that included brown rice, salmon, tuna, green onion, cucumber, edamame, seaweed salad, furikake, and sesame shoyu sauce for $11.25 Price: $11.25 for small, $15.05 for large. They take mobile payments. Service: Friendly and patient Overall, satisfies the cravings, and a healthy meal option. read more

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. read more

Went for the first time and the food and service was really good. A lot of options to choose from

Stopped by during lunch on a weekday. I ended up creating a custom small bowl and was satisfied. Fish was fresh, ingredient options varied, and the bowl filling. I do wish there has been a bit more sauce. Solid poke bowl though! The hours are very limited (mostly lunch on weekdays) but the food itself is solid. read more

I'a Poke - Inside and menu - Poke Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Delicious poke bowls- big servings - fresh fish- - reasonable priced- nice guy who works there!

This is a great poke place. Ordered a few times (online, walk-in), always great quality food, and fast service. The neighborhood is lucky to have it! read more

When I went there was only one person working so the service was a bit slow but not their fault. He was super friendly tho. I got the Honolulu burrito and it was delicious! I substituted surimi for tuna. The fish tasted fresh and overall really flavor. It was enough for two portions. read more

I'a Poke - Honolulu sushi burrito - Poke Near Me - San Francisco, California

I'a Poke is the BEST kept secret of the South of Market food scene! The build-it-yourself Poke Bowls are rockin' good!...Cuz you designed them to your specifications. I was amazed at how happy the counter staff was to perfectly build the Poke Bowl of my dreams. Healthy, abundant, fresh, and filling. I think that my favorite part of the operation is that I could avoid the starch (rice) and get the diet-loving salad base for the bowl. I felt so well-behaved! The variety of choices, from bottom to top, for your Poke Bowl make for a place you can go and get lunch often, yet never feel like you're getting your "usual" (meh) or the same thing as everyone else.... and you never have to pick out the part of the pre-fab Poke Bowl that you could live without. read more

Their poke is good. 3 stars because the portions are small for the price. When I go to other poke restaurants, I always order small and always end up with leftovers. I ate the whole bowl from here and I didn't even get full. My coworker was still really hungry after she had a small bowl too. read more

Poke spots are popping up around the city like daisies, but what's nice about I'a Poke is that they they have some menu diversity goin' on. They offer sushi burritos, signature bowls you can order off their menu, a build-your-own option, and freshly made spam musubi. Last night I opted for a poke salad bowl instead (tryna ease up on some carbs, ya feel), and I decided to make my own. For roughly $15 you get a choice of 4 proteins and unlimited choices of toppings and sauces. I decided on 2 scoops of salmon, 1 scoop of spicy tuna, and 1 scoop of tofu. Took my bowl to go, although you can dine in with a couple seating options. Overall my bowl was pretty tasty, except when I got to the spicy tuna. No offense to y'all, but my tuna did not taste fresh -- I'm not sure if it was because it was the end of the day and I got the last pickings, but my tuna escapade knocked off a star from my experience. The texture was a little off and it tasted a little sour (maaaaaybe due to the sauce?). Regardless, I didn't wanna chance it, so I brushed it to the side. Our server was pretty indifferent, but I didn't expect much from a casual quick dine-and-go. Since it's a solid spot in the neighborhood, I'll be back to give to sushi burrito (sans tuna) and spam musubi a try. read more

My go-to item is the Volcanorrito. It's a great mix of ingredients for me, but the price increase from a couple years ago makes it a splurge now, so I don't get to have it as much as I'd like. But I'm really sad to report the portion size has gotten a lot smaller in 2022, by 25% or more. I was able to eat a $16 meal in six bites, and then I had to take a second lunch break to go out and find another meal. At this point the disappointment is a major part of the experience, so it's really hard to justify returning. read more

I'a Poke has opened up a new location! I accidentally stumbled upon it yesterday when I went to get a massage next door at Suchada. They're currently doing a soft opening and they've been open since last Thursday, Oct 5. The woman working told me that they're only currently open on weekdays and not weekends. Not sure about the hours, but I am thinking 11 am or 12 pm because when I came for my massage at 10:50 am, they were still closed. By the time I came out at 12 pm, they were open with a short line out the door. Lunch hour is definitely a busy hour. The atmosphere is nice. There are about 2-3 tables with chairs and stools. Not recommended for big groups. Parking is street or meter. Service is awesome. Just like their other location on Church, you can create your own poke bowl or sushi burrito, or order one that is already on the menu. If you customize, start the menu from right to left instead of the typical left to right. BUILD YOUR OWN BASE: *Bowl (White/Brown Rice/Salad) - S: $9.75, L: $13.55 *Sushi Burrito (White/Brown Rice) - $11.55 PROTEINS: Small - Choose 2 Large - Choose 4 Burrito - Choose 3 *Tuna *Salmon *Shrimp (their shrimp are large!) *Marinated Tuna *Octopus *Tofu *Spicy Tuna SAUCE: *Sesame Shoyu *Wasabi Shoyu *Spicy Mayo *Kewpie Mayo *Wasabi Mayo *Ponzu *Teriyaki TOPPINGS: Small - Choose 3 Large - Choose as many Burrito - Choose as many *Cucumber *Edamame *Jalapeno *Seasoned seaweed *Masago *Seaweed salad *Surimi crab meat *Tamago *Mango (+ $0.50) *Avocado (+$1) *Sun dried guacamole (+$1) GARNISH: *Cilantro *Green onions *Furikake *Fried onions *Pickled ginger *Wasabi *Sesame seed *Lemon *Tagarashi Whenever I come to I'a Poke, I love to build my own sushi burrito. You can eat everything at once and their flavoring is amazing! I usually build a sushi burrito with white rice, salmon, 2 shrimp, sesame shoyu, spicy mayo, ponzu sauce, crab meat, tamago, seaweed salad (sometimes I don't), and furikake. Hope ya'll enjoy it as much as I do! read more

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Lunch review. Poke bowls. Quality - 3 Fish variety - 3 Topping variety - 4 Sauce variety - 4 Sides - 2 Location++ Overall, decent place with a great location. "As good as it gets." read more

I'a Poke - Poke Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Solid poke spot in SOMA. A small bowl for $10.25 gets you 2 proteins and a large bowl for $14 gets you 3 proteins. Keep in mind that a serving of protein means a little child size ice cream scoop. It's OK, but they're not generous with the fish. But a small is fine because you can load up on toppings like seaweed salad, and crab salad, and tamago for no extra charge. Service is friendly and they have a rewards program so in theory that brings down the price if you're going to take advantage. It gets pretty busy for lunch so go early or late. read more

I'a Poke - Tuna and yellowtail. - Poke Near Me - San Francisco, California

Parking was a little tough, but well worth finding a spot! The bowls are fresh and customizable. You can't go wrong!

Meh. For almost $12 bucks, I got the tiniest portions of fish with a mountain of rice. The fish was not seasoned well, so the whole bowl was bland, probably because they're not generous enough with the sauce. I wouldn't come back. Not worth the money or the wait. Cravings were not satisfied. read more

I ordered the Large custom Poke bowl with tuna, salmon, and extra shrimps. Portions were great! I actually got full. I was offered to try some off menu chilli topping which was super delicious. I hope they add this to the menu. The guy working there was friendly and thoughtful. I would definitely come back. read more

I'a Poke - Custom Large Poke Bowl with off menu chilli sauce - Poke Near Me - San Francisco, California

The lunch line here gets really long. They have tons of options to build your own bowl or poke burritos. Sometimes it's just best to go with the signature menu items. I prefer to build my own. The very first time I went I got the shrimp, this was underwhelming. The have yellowfin, salmon, tuna, octopus and shrimp. You can get either brown or white rice and they have a ton of other stuff to add on. Overall as many times as I've been only once did I even question the freshness and it wasn't a big question, just a back of my mind this could be a little more fresh thought. The line moves slow and they have super limited seating, maybe for 15 people. It's a take out lunch spot. For the price point it's a fair deal, one complaint is that the actual portion of poke is a little small. That's why it's fair at best, a little bit bigger scoop of fish would make it irresistible. read more

Best takeout poke experience I've had. Warm rice and good portions of protein. Would come again

Best value for money lunch in the neighborhood! I always leave I'a Poke satisfied and dreaming of my next visit. A $11 poke bowl comes with an amazing portion of fish and generous selection of toppings. Tons of sauces and garnishes to choose from as well! My go-to order is a small bowl with salmon and spicy tuna, with half brown rice and salad base, topped with edamame, cucumber, seaweed salad, green onion, and furikake. I still have yet to explore many of the sauces, but I've really enjoyed the wasabi mayo so far. Definitely will be back for more! read more

I'a Poke - How I like my poké bowl: with a whole lot of green! - Poke Near Me - San Francisco, California

Finally tried this place for lunch! Got the sushiritto. The small bowl is 2 proteins, the large bowl is 4 proteins, and I wanted 3 proteins so my only choice was a sushiritto. Thought that was a bit strange. (Can I not get a poke bowl with 3 proteins? Maybe I'll ask next time...) Got two scoops of salmon and one of hamachi. They are pretty generous with their proteins and toppings, which is always a plus. The seaweed was a little soggy, and I was eating inside the restaurant too. Overall though, pretty good lunch spot. I wouldn't mind adding this to the rotation. read more

Our go to poke spot in the area for the past year. Best flavors, great selection of options, and good portions of toppings/fish. Highly recommend their marinated salmon/tuna or their spicy tuna. Owner is super nice & all the others are great too. Usually not a long line, if any at all, but that could change as more people find out about it. read more

Was really great when they first opened but now I feel like the quality has gotten worse. Last time I ordered tako (octopus) and it wasn't cooked correctly. Was slimey, chewy, and fishy when it should have been a firm texture with a bite. Today, I asked for half brown rice and half salad and the salad mix was totally wilted. I had to pick all of the bad pieces out before eating and it was very unappetizing but I was hungry so I ate it anyway. This happened another time as well but it wasn't this bad--just a few wilted pieces. Fish quality and toppings are still good but this was the last straw for me now that I've had three bad experiences in a row. read more

I'a Poke - Wilted salad mix. - Poke Near Me - San Francisco, California

I'a poke has fresh fish, arguably, some of the freshest fish in San Francisco but the portions are so tiny you won't be full after paying $18 for a poke bowl. I ordered the largest sized poke bowl and found maybe 5-6 pieces of fish in a sea of rice and toppings (which they were also stingy about). They have a small selection of toppings compared to other poke places. Their prices are higher than other comparable poke places around so the portion to price ratio is poor. Great as an expensive appetizer but otherwise try Fusion Poki or the other nearby poke places instead. read more

Food: * Salmon burrito: 5/5. Delicious. Service: Servers were pretty indifferent, but didn't bother me. read more