Creative varieties... Ocean has seen it's places since the Ohana Hale Marketplace as it once called home there has found a lovely spot in the South Shore Market which I think is a great spot as it provides lots of free parking and restroom as well as I remember their previous location didn't have any restroom which I thought was odd but because of that never really gave it a try. Though South Shore Market does provide seating as well they do have a great amount inside their shop as well as I ordered my food first and are given a number to pick up your order when it's ready. What I do love is the menu variety they have besides the usual poke bowl with more than just a few types of sauces to choose from but Chirashi bowl, aburi series which are torched items and what I ordered a Poke Nachos....Spicy Senorita Nachos to be exact though the name didn't quite fit the dish as it felt basic as I don't see why it would be topped with unagi sauce and there was absolutely no spice which made it even more disappointing, the tortilla chips were seasoned so I could barely taste the poke as the whole dish just didn't quite work as it was the same topping just different sauce for the ahi I guess. Cute place and love the vibe here as it's very chill and relaxing and to find seating without worry is always a plus besides the fresh fish found here. Thank you! read more

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Bright, open interior. Table and wall counter seating. Service is prompt with order at the counter and quick turnaround for bowl being served. Ahi is fresh. Torched prep adds a unique smoky flavor to the bowl. Nice portion for the price though a little heavy on the rice to fish ratio. Found this place out last day. Would love to try more from the menu. read more

Ocean Taste - Hawaiian style ahi - Poke Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Food & service was great & the atmosphere here great as well. The only thing I thought was not good was the fish to rice portion but all in all it was a good poke bowl and torched bowl place. Everything here seemed fresh and made to order but of all the bowls the best one I thought was their salmon crème brûlée don. Taste was amazing and order til when you get your food was fairly fast. Although parking maybe hard to find here this place is worth it. If in the area give ocean taste a try I'm sure you'll enjoy it. read more

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Ya, get their aburi salmon bowl! It's one of the best I've had! To make it even better, I topped it off with some ikura and micro greens from my fridge when I got home :D turning it into a deluxe version haha. Divine. Their sauce was to die for. So creamy, garlicky, smoky, sweet and savory. I just didn't want my meal to end. The salmon was also pretty fatty, and the rice was perfect as well. Hm... I can't wait to have it again. Or shall I try other stuff? The first time I went there I got their poke. Their spicy salmon and garlic octopus were both fresh, free of chewy parts, and had good seasoning. This place serves up some good food and it's close to home. Hurray! read more

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I have had this spot on my list for SOOO long, their bowls looked so delicious and after finally visiting, it did NOT disappoint! This spot is within the Southshore Market, plenty of shops around but we eventually found it. The layout of the spot is minimal and clean. Other than your interaction at the counter with the employees, everything else is self service. We knew in our minds that the torched bowls were what we wanted to go for, but after a quick discussion we quickly decided on: - Torched Garlic Salmon - Torched Spicy Mentaiko Ahi Both bowls were delicious and 10/10, the sauces on top were flavorful, the fish was fresh, and the sushi rice on the bottom was the perfect pairing to finish the bowl off. However, despite my enjoyment of the bowls, my complaint arises when the bowl was finished way too quickly. Per the $18 per bowl price tag, the sizing is just simply too small. The fish is also a small layer on top of the rice, likely estimated to be around 4oz (sauce included). Neither of me or my partner was close to being full. I'm my opinion, they definitely need to up their sizing with that price. read more

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SOLID poke bowl spot. It is a bit pricey, but the quality of the fish is amazing. You really can't go wrong with any of the poke bowls here. Their torched bowls are my favorite, though. I highly recommend getting one of those if you don't mind mayo (I'm a mayo lover). The spot is nestled on the first floor of South Shore Market, and there's ample parking in the structure. The food is made to order, so allow for a short wait time. You can eat it there or take it to go. I've always gotten the bowls to go, and they are still fantastic when I get home. read more

Ordered the torched garlic salmon (Aburi Series). Their signature dish of garlic mayo and salmon combo was very pleasing. The flame-seared flavor made this bowl special, creamy and caramelized. The salmon was a bit firm. Lava flow chirashi don (Hokkaido scallop, ikura, spicy ahi, and tamago). The scallop sashimi was the star of the bowl! The spicy ahi added a nice contrast, tasted like it had some Korean spice. The iced honey calamansi drink was lightly sweet and refreshing. The fish to rice ratio was perfect. Portion size was a snack or light meal. Satisfying flavors! read more

Ocean Taste - Honey calamansi drink, lava flow don (scallop/spicy ahi), torched garlic salmon. - Poke Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

During a recent girls' trip, we discovered these amazing torched seafood bowls. The standout was the torched salmon; the flame-searing adds a wonderful smokiness and perfectly caramelizes the topping. We also ordered tuna and salmon bowls. Every bite of the fresh tuna and salmon was high quality. Lastly, lychee tea--it's light, crisp, and has just the right amount of sweetness. Can't wait to return! read more

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I've been wanting to try Ocean Taste ever since they opened in South Shore Market! I'm always a little skeptical of places that blow up on social media, but this place did not disappoint. I came on a Sunday for lunch and it was busy, but the food came out fast. Parking was also easy because we parked in a 15 minute stall right near the entrance since we were getting takeout. I wanted to go for a torched bowl since that's what they're known for, but there were way too many options that looked good, and I ended up getting the California ahi. My bowl was honestly very impressive. The ahi was super fresh and red (lol) and the flavor of the spicy ahi and unagi sauce + creamy avocado was so good. Idk if it was just because I was hungry but this was probably the best poke bowl I've had in a while. My friend got the mentaiko ahi and loved hers as well. I'll be back to try the torched salmon bowls next time! read more

Ocean Taste - California ahi and mentaiko ahi bowl - Poke Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

My new favorite poke spot! They have such a good variety of fish. My favorite is the torched garlic salmon- so flavorful & lots of sauce! The fish is very fresh. We also tried the lava flow don which was also so so so good with the raw scallops. Honestly, with the rise of fish prices- I feel like their prices are pretty good. Theres usually a line, so I like to call ahead which makes getting my bowls a lot quicker. If not expect about a 10 minute (worthwhile) wait. read more

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I might be a loyalist to Domo Cafe, but I wanted to try Ocean Taste's similar seared salmon bowl and I must say it was more like a rice bowl with bits of seared salmon priced too high for its quality and quantity/ratio of rice to salmon. read more

Ocean Taste - Seared salmon bowl (or is it a rice bowl with tiny salmon pieces? See thumb for reference on size) - Poke Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

One of my favorite spots for poke on the island! My family and I have been fans since they were at Ohana Hale Marketplace, and their unique and high-quality poke bowls have consistently kept us coming back (and anxiously waiting during their past relocations!). As a lover of ahi poke, my favorite bowls are the California Ahi and Island Ginger Ahi. Both the fish and other toppings are always so fresh and delicious! I love that their bowls are made with sushi rice, and they give quite a lot of it! While a little pricey, I'd say it's still reasonable for the quality of each bowl. They're conveniently located in South Shore Marketplace, and I think they fit the vibes there perfectly. Definitely enjoy one of their teas or lemonades with their poke if you're interested-they're nothing particularly special, but still delicious and refreshing! read more

Ocean Taste - Poke Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Ocean Taste here I come to eat and have my fill of spicy ahi. So many options, it can take awhile to decide. I love their spicy ahi and creme brulee bowl, ordered few times and never get tired of it. My fiancee ordered the five season don bowl with sushi rice. Service was fast. Seating inside, tabletops or tables, but be mindful that it does get busy here here lunchtime fyi. parking free at Ward Village. read more

Just finished eating the best salmon bowl from Ocean Taste! I kind of wished me and my husband didn't share this bowl! It was so dang good! The ikura added a nice surprise. It made us eat every grain of the sushi rice. My daughter can't eat salmon so we bought her the California bowl to go. When we ordered her lunch, the cashier told us that they use the salmon belly for the bowl. Could tell because it was so flavorful and soft! We will guarantee be back and we will order our own bowl for sure! read more

Ocean Taste - Heaven in a bowl - Poke Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Ocean Taste is one of the newest biz in South Shore Market, sharing the space with Nalu Health Bar & Cafe, Lemon Supply, Off the Wall, etc. I haven't visited since they had their old location, but this area seems like a much more profitable spot for them. So popular here - there are usually lines out the door for them! They still have the coveted Aburi Series (torched bowls) which was are insanely addictive! We got the Spicy Salmon Crème Brûlée and Torched Garlic Butter Ahi. The Spicy Salmon Crème Brûlée bowl was delicious - rich, buttery, and the sweet sugar cracked top from the brûlée added a unique taste that's different from other poke bowl places. Not spicy at all, more sweet and savory. Alas, the only downside is the bowls are pretty small making it hard to feel satisfied and full for the price of ($18 each). Since moving to Ward location, we can expect a spike in prices so it's a few dollars more than their old locations. Overhead and fresh fish ain't cheap, so I get it! Plenty of free and ample parking in the garage which is nice. I would recommend trying it out! I could see myself coming back while shopping in the area if I want a snack, but not full meal. read more

Ocean Taste - Torched Garlic Salmon - Poke Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Ocean Taste has finally relocated back into the Ward area since the closing of the Ohana marketplace. I've been waiting for them to come back in the area and was super excited to learn that they're now located in South Shore Market. The building has free parking (the same one for TJ Maxx, Nordstrom rack, and Core Power). Service and Ambiance: Simple, minimalistic designs inside with countertop seating and a few tables. A downside to this location is its limited seating, which may not be suitable for big groups looking for a sit-down. There is, however, a lot of seating within the marketplace/building itself. It's still more of a grab-and-go type place, IMO. Staff are friendly and efficient in getting your order ready. Once ordered, you'll be given an order number, and they'll call you when the order is prepared. I went at an off time (2pm), so there was',t but I have seen the lines out the door when they're busy during lunch, so be prepared for a short wait. Price $$: Prices have increased since their days at the Ohana marketplace but this is likely due to rising costs for ingredients and high rent costs at Ward. Most items are in the $16-$30 range, with their poke and aburi (torched ) bowls ranging from ~$15.95 -$17.95, which is comparable to other poke places. Food: Their torched bowls are my go-to, and I ordered their torched spicy mentaiko ahi during my most recent visit. It had the same great taste, but portions were smaller than I remembered. I'd estimate ~1/3 pounds of mentaiko ahi on top of the rice. Overall, I'd recommend coming to satisfy your poke and torched poke bowls when you're in Ward. read more

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Ocean Taste is still one of my top places to get poke on-island. I'm so happy they are in South Shore Market now! I always get the Torched Garlic Salmon. Apparently my sis heard so much about this place and wanted to try too so of course I said I wanted to go LOL. She loved what she got and I wasn't even surprised that she liked it as much as I did because I love it here lol. Highly recommend trying if you love poke and fish. It's one of the best on-island. Upon opening a line begins to form so if you go early you won't have to wait long. read more

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Tried the Snowy Volcano Don and the Spicy Salmon Creme Brulee, it was really good! The torched poké bowl was definitely my favorite - it's a small place that packs a lot of flavor, I really want to try more of the selection next time - Miguel Morales Photography read more

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Usually I spot a large line out the door for Ocean Taste, but I was finally able to visit on a slower day! The store is pretty spacious but there are only a few seating options. I ordered the Kaisen Don which was pretty big and everything was fresh and delicious - I was able to save some to share with my partner as I couldn't finish it all for lunch. Probably one of my favorite poke shops in Honolulu. read more

Ocean Taste - Kaisen Don - Poke Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

My friends and I went to Ocean Taste to grab some fresh poke. I ordered Lava Flow Don which is spicy ahi, ikura, tamago, and scallops from Hokkaido. Torched Garlic Salmon with unagi sauce, garlic mayo, green onion, and masago. Cheesy Crab is kanikama crab leg, house soy glaze, cheese sauce, green onion, and masago and a plantation iced tea. My favorite was the Lava Flow Don. The spicy ahi with those scallops and tamago mixed with rice. So good. The cheese crab was pretty good but they added abit too much of the masago. It was abit too salty for my taste. The plantation iced tea was a nice drink to have when eating all that poke and its hot outside. The price, abit pricy but worth it. It isn't your normal poke rice bowl. The service was nice, and the wait wasn't long. My friends and I enjoyed Ocean Taste. We plan to go again. read more

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I didn't have high hopes coming into Ocean taste because of its location but I live to be proven wrong. I had the Mentaiko Ahi with a passion lemonade and wow. The fish and mayo was torched just right and combine with the rice underneath it was so delicious. Delicious to the point I wish I could have had another but I was quite full even though the fish is deceptively small! I like it here, it was chill and the staff was nice. I want to try the butter ahi next! read more

Ocean Taste - Poke Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

They have been super busy when they first opened so I finally got to try them. The shop is inside South Shore Market in Ward Village. A lot of parking and it's to the left side when you go in through the parking garage. I got the spicy ahi creme brulee because I was curious how the sugar would be like with the poke... turns out that the crunchy sugar topping complements the salty soft fish. I ordered during lunch time and got my order in a timely manner. Will definitely try their other torched poke bowls. It's just pretty pricey for a small take out box of poke bowl. read more

Ocean Taste - Spicy Ahi Creme Brulee poke bowl - Poke Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I'm so happy they finally have a permanent home in South Shore Market. The fish is always fresh from auction. I always get the torched garlic salmon bowl and it never disappoints. They also surprisingly have my favorite plantation iced tea. It's the perfect place to get lunch and then walk around the shops. read more

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I'm glad Ocean Taste is back. I used to visit often at their former location in Ohana Hale Marketplace at Ward before it closed down. I'm glad they now opened in South Shore Market which is a convenient location with available parking. Their new store is nice. There are available seatings inside or outside their shop. Spicy Salmon crème brûlée: The crème brûlée sauce was very good. Different and original. I like how it has a sweet spiciness to it. The burnt sugar on top adds a crunchy layer. It goes well with the salmon. Torched Spicy Mentaiko Ahi: This poke bowl has a very good amount of mentaiko. You can taste mentaiko in each bite. If you are a fan of mentaiko like me this poke bowl is definitely a the perfect choice. The spicy sauce was also good and wasn't too spicy or over sauced on the ahi. Overall, a great poke bowl shop. This place is one of my top 3 to get poke bowls. If it's your first time visiting I do recommend to get one of their torched bowls since it's what they are known for. The slightly charred sushi rice with the torched sauces are so good. Service was quick now where it takes 10-15 minutes to prepare. I do agree with the other yelpers that the ratio of the sashimi to rice is unbalanced where there is more rice than sashimi. read more

Ocean Taste - Spicy Salmon crème brûlée - Poke Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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The food is amazing! 10/10 recommend. Wish we would have found this place sooner but we will be back before we leave! read more

Ocean Taste - Torched garlic salmon - Poke Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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I tried Torched Spicy Mentaiko Ahi for the first time and it's far one of the best one I've had from their menu. Can't forget the drink refreshment- Honey Calamansi! read more

Ocean Taste - Torched Spicy Mentaiko Ahi - Poke Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I thought I would never get to try this place but then they reopened in south shore marketplace! My friends always raved about it and now I know why. The poke here is delicious! They have both regular poke bowls and torched bowls. I got a poke bowl and it was so good - just enough flavor but it doesn't overpower the fish. I tried some of my friend's torched bowl and that was also so good! Definitely richer in taste. Can't wait to try more of their flavors! They do have some seats inside, but it's a little limited. If you can't find a seat, you can take it to go and probably snag a seat in the open areas of the marketplace read more

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I'd seen the hype and with all the possible poke spots it's hard to stand out, but I'd say Ocean Taste met all of it well. The inside is packed but you can find other seating in the Makai market. The tuna was soft and flavorful, having the scallop was a fun treat without going crazy, and it was nice having a chirashi bowl medley without the craziness that comes from town prices. read more

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Ocean Taste has the best seared Poke bowls! The garlic Mentaiko Ahi bowl is to die for. My boyfriend and I have to prevent ourselves from coming back each weekend. They have seating inside as well on the outskirts. Service: Everyone is so kind and quick. Price: While a little pricy, fresh fish isn't cheap! Quality: 10/10 everytime I visit Must try: -Plantation ice tea (SOOOOOO GOOD) -Seared Poke bowls -Poke Nachos read more

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I tried out their Five Seasons Don and had it to go and it was really good! Their fish were really fresh and I love the uni! I wish they had more of the uni in the bowl since it was just two tiny pieces, but I love the overall bowl! Service was really fast considering it was during lunch time. The restaurant is a bit small, so there might not be a lot of seating, but you can always eat them outside at the South Shore Market! Definitely would come back to try out their other dishes, especially the torched salmon! read more

Glad this spot opened a storefront! I remember trying it once years ago when they were just a booth. Located in Ward West Village with ample parking. There's about 3 tables as well as hightop counter spaces for you to sit and enjoy your food. Ordering was quick and the food also came out within 5-10 minutes because I did order the torched ones. The fish was fresh and the topped sauces complimented them well. I definitely prefer the Mentaiko Ahi, only because the garlic mayo was a bit much for me. But it was still good. I do want to come back and try out the other bowls as well. The items are pricey in comparison to other poke places, but it is reasonable for the time and presentation that is put into each dish. read more

Ocean Taste - Torched Garlic Salmon and Torched Spicy Mentaiko Ahi - Poke Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Tried and true. I always come back and get the same order and if not this, the salmon crème brûlée is so good too. Lots of seating and parking. Always good to pair with the CBTL that's right around the corner. Text or call your order and they'll have it ready in no time! read more

Ocean Taste - Torched garlic salmon bowl - Poke Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Glad to see them back in action! My absolute favorite, Torched Garlic Salmon. Tasted exactly the same except less salmon and higher price of course. haha Times do change. They are in a great location now. Busy area and lots of parking. They are a little busy sometimes due to the high volume of people coming again so my wait time was about 30 minutes.. The service was still just as I remembered. Lots of seating inside and outside. I would definitely come check them out if you missed them at the old Sports authority. read more

Ocean Taste - Poke Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I wanted to try Ocean Taste for a while but it's closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Today was my big chance so I ordered the very intriguing spicy salmon creme brûlée. I thought that sugar on poke is weird but oh, no! First, the rice is good, fluffy and moist. The salmon has a clean, fresh taste and texture. The brûlée gave it the perfect carmelization, slightly sweet and crunchy. I really enjoyed this spicy, savory, creamy, sweet, crunchy experience. The $17.95 price tag was a little painful, but I can't stay mad at this poke brûlée! read more

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Service is great and poke is fresh - awesome place Located where TJ Maxx and Nordstrom is at in Honolulu. read more

I'm always looking for my go to poke bowl place because I'm very picky about the freshness and the cut of the fish cubes. Ever since I got choked from eating sushi that had suji (white string like tendon), I get turned away. I'm trying to eat healthier especially after the holidays so I've been eating more fish dishes. I came across Ocean Taste great reviews and saw the many different items. So much to choose from AND they only use fresh island ahi, not frozen. I decided to try the Hawaiian Style Ahi cause someone posted the picture of it and it looked good and healthy! Oh la la...it was darn great!!! I kept eating and forgot to take a picture because it was soooo tasty and fresh. They had the such great balance with the ingredients added to make this poke bowl. Not to forget the sushi rice was excellent too! I won't forget to take a picture on my next visit. This will be my new weekly stop and will share this with my friends too! I was lucky to have gone there around 1:30 as there was no line. I heard there's typically a long line. Service was pleasant too! read more

I was starvin n stumbled upon this place - crowded but was served timely- so many good choices - I opted for the Lava Flow which looked lovely and ofc I love the drink so decided to go with that- the scallops were succulent and fresh n sweet- Ikura was fresh - spicy ahi was uniquely seasoned with some toasted sesame seeds - a very tasty combo - Think this is the BEST fish bowl I have had minus the ones in Tokyo ofc - but on island - I definitely want to come back for more!!! read more

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Last time I had Ocean Taste was when there was still the Ohana Marketplace so it's been a long couple of years. So happy they re-opened and have, hopefully, a permanent location. Located at South Shore Marketplace - parking can be hard during peak hours but people funnel in and out. Went a little after lunch and there was no line. The design of the place looks like the same style as their past locations. Place was extremely clean - inside and the whole marketplace itself. I love me a good seared poke and I've tried both the salmon and ahi options. I got the seared garlic ahi this time and the bowl was packed with a generous amount of sauce - I wish it was just seared a little more but next time I'll ask for well done. Still my top favorite seared poke bowl place. With the large chunks of poke and the garlic mayo, you'll definitely get full so it's def worth the price! read more

Ocean Taste - Torched Garlic Ahi - Poke Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Finally I have a chance to try this restaurant after they moved to the new location. Always see long line during lunch hour. The interior of the restaurant is very clean. I ordered Torched Garlic Salmon ($17.95) and Spicy Ahi Bowl ($15.95) and Passion Lemonade ($5). The portion wasn't too big with this price. Overall the ahi and salmon were pretty fresh and they did a good job on their sauce. I love the torched garlic salmon and definitely will go back to try other options. read more

Ocean Taste - Torched Garlic Salmon (top) Spicy Ahi Bowl (bottom) - Poke Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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I never had the chance to try Ocean Taste when they were located in the Ohana Hale Marketplace before it closed down... BUT I'm glad that I finally got to try this place! It definitely lives up to the hype and the poke bowls are fresh and tasty. The new location is convenient and parking is easy to find because it's located in South Shore Market. I tried their Torched Spicy Mentaiko Ahi (my fav), Garlic Poke Bowl, and Passion Lemonade. I liked that the torched ahi was more saucy with a good amount of mentaiko and the fish also had a nice charred taste to it. If you prefer something lighter and still flavorful, then I recommend the garlic bowl. Service was friendly and quick. I will be back to try their other bowls :) read more

Ocean Taste - passion lemonade - Poke Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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