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    3.9 (339 reviews)
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    Closed 11:00 am - 7:30 pm

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    Located in the food court
    Stephanie C.

    I saw this poke place in the mall and asked if they had a small plate. The small size was just right. The service was quick and the employee making my mini guided me along the steps. My poke bowl was delicious and the flavors reminded me how local poke bowl is made. The establishment is located in the food court and hidden in a corner. If you're looking for something small in a poke bowl, give them a try. Ambiance is clean and bright.

    Shoyu Ahi/Salmon and Spicy Tako
    Lauren M.

    I'm really torn about this one because the food is not totally terrible. We used to come here often, but lately I can't even pinpoint what the problem is. We ordered (2) 2-choice boxes. I like the fact that you can do half salad / half rice. I think what I don't like is that everything is crammed into a small box, so I felt like everything was just stacked on each other. The poke was good but not life changing. I did get a mild spicy for the shrimp but my mouth was pretty much on fire and not enjoyable. Service was great. The girls working were helpful and attentive. It's very clean inside so I do like that about this place. I'll visit again, but not anytime soon.

    Mauka box (vegetarian, tofu poke with tamago)
    Andrea M.

    I wasn't expecting much for a food court restaurant but this is actually one of my favorite poke places. Caveat, I'm a vegetarian so that means I do the tofu poke and can't comment on the fish (sorry!) but I love any poke place that offers a tofu alternative. I ordered the Mauka box which includes the purple potato salad and two sides. I did the spicy sesame sauce (best one), with furikake, and double tamago. It's enough to share or make two meals but it's my go to in the food court, I wish they stayed open later is my only thing. They close at 7 which is usually when I eat dinner.

    Liyang S.

    Everything is awesome! This place is heaven in a box. Delicious, decadent, pink _______. Get the popular box, cause just like how Ariana Grande sang in Wicked, its all about popular. Nom nom nom!

    Berneta A.

    Looking to satisfy my poke cravings, I stumbled upon this spot in the Ala Moana food court. The location is pretty cool, and the team here is super friendly--seriously, they've got that aloha spirit down! The poke boxes are huge, definitely enough for two meals or to share, and the variety is off the charts. You can customize your box with all kinds of toppings, sauce, and extras. I went for the Makai box, while my dad tried the Mauka box. He said his was just okay, and honestly, I think I might have gotten a bad scoop because my fish wasn't the freshest. After reading some other reviews, it seems like they might be mixing fresh poke with the frozen stuff--bit of a bummer there. Plus, it's a bit pricey for what you get; after taxes and tips, a medium box runs about $20. But hey, other than those minor hiccups, this place is a solid find and definitely worth a try, especially if you're into big portions and lots of choices. Just maybe bring a friend to help you finish it, or you'll be hauling leftovers around the mall--because, you know, if you're paying $20, you're eating every last bite!

    Ahi with spicy shoyu, brown rice, avocado, crab, kimchi, white and green onions
    Jessica R.

    The first time I went I thought it was soooo delicious and the perfect amount. (I got a small box for $16 or something. The second time I went I ordered the same thing and I didn't enjoy it at all lol. I don't know why?? Maybe I wasn't as hungry... Anyways not much to say about ambiance, it's in the food court lol. The server girl was fine, though it was hard to understand her...

    JessicaLynn R.

    An okay spot if you're absolutely in need of a poke fix, in my opinion it was so so! The sides and portion were good and the sauces they use to mix the poke with are flavorful. Just wished they served fresh poke. Correct me if I'm wrong but the poke has a specific "previously frozen" taste. As for the service the workers need a bit more work. No acknowledgment just look at you until you direct them on what you want. When I went over the allowed amount of sides, I was rudely corrected with, "you can only have 2!!" Instead it would've been better if they said, " we usually give two choices, however if you want more sides it will be an up charge, is that ok?"

    Medium bowl is around $16
    Rebecca T.

    This is NOT Hawaiian poke, and if you're going in with the right expectation, it's really pretty decent! First of all, after having tried poke at many local spots on island, unpopular opinion here - I prefer the mainland style poke than hawaiian because there's more depth in the flavors with a bunch of ingredients. I like the tempura, the imitation crab salad, the wakame salad and everything in my poke bowl! I do enjoy Hawaiian poke too, but most of the time it's too plain for me. It's either the pure Japanese nigiri / sashimi or mainland poke for me. If I had to mix in some sauces and flavors for the fish, I might as well go all out lol With that said, I believe a lot of low ratings is the unmanaged expectations. For me, it's a nice surprise when I first came here because it's so hard to find mainland poke in Hawaii! I don't normally get ahi because it's too lean and bland. I usually get salmon and tako (octopus, not squid). Their salmon had always been very fatty and fresh with big chunks served, and the tako had always been tender and not sliced too thick. My recommended combo - medium with 2 proteins 3 toppings, spicy shoyu and spicy sesame for sauces, salmon and tako for protein, tempura bits, masago and wakame salad for toppings. That's my usual order. I've tried other toppings like kimchi, choy sum, etc. and they don't taste as good. (Edamame and corn would be OK too.) Not much service to comment about. Pretty much just go up and tell the staff what you want. One lady doesn't seem to speak English well. The younger staff seem more friendly. It's expensive. My bowl cost $18 where it would normally cost $13-15 in mainland. Poke in generally has gotten more expensive. Or I should say everything in general? Well I don't eat that often so it's OK.

    Poke Box (Medium) ahi tuna and salmon
    Lita G.

    Went outside of my usual methodology, instead of over analyzing reviews I just picked this from the food court because I was hungry and feeling hot, so I didn't want a hot dish. Plus there's no good poke where I live, so taking advantage of poke while visiting Honolulu. My expectations were low, being at the mall, plus realizing when I walked in that they were closing and I was the last customer. To be fair, I was crossing my fingers I didn't make a bad decision with fish here so late in the day. Boy was I wrong. The meal I got was wonderful! Even the rice wasn't stale, plus the fish portions were quite generous. I ordered a medium bowl because I was hungry and it was a nice big portion. Got 3 sides and different toppings, the kimchi was so good, not really spicy if you like spicy, but flavorful nonetheless. I am not a fan of mall food, but I wouldn't mind returning here while I'm visiting. Surprising little gem here.

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    Nadine C.

    Lunch at Ala Moana Center in Honolulu, Hawaii... Irene M. and i were looking for a poke place and our non-Yelper friend suggested Poke & Box because her daughter likes it - and she warned us that it was on the pricey side ($16.99 plus tax)... Okay! Poke & Box is located right outside of the Makai Market Food Court. The free parking at the mall is much appreciated! The air conditioned environment at the Food Court is a bonus! Service was efficient and polite! We had a choice of a set box or make your own. I decided to get a base of green salad (instead of rice or brown rice), two-choices of poke (salmon and shrimp), and make my own. I selected the shoyu sauce for the shrimps (with tails intact). It was a bit salty, so I added my sides of corn and edamame with each bite. The ogo wasn't flavored with vinegar and had an ocean flavor. The creamy Asian sauce and Furikake helped compliment the salmon poke. Overall, it was a fun experience. If I was craving poke and was in the area, I wouldn't mind returning and getting sweet potato, scallop, and tofu poke!

    Irene M.

    When a craving hits that's when we explore... That's when a friend suggested Poke & Box which I've never been since I've heard mixed thoughts on it but her daughter really loves it so it was good enough for me!! So here we are with my bestie Nadine C we do love to go early right when places open as we get the choice of parking and it wouldn't be as crowded...meh wrong! I noticed they opened slightly early and they already had a few folks waiting to get an early start for lunch I assume so I took advantage of it and gave myself a chance to glance at their menu and figure out how it works. If you're indecisive like me they do have a set of 5 Signature boxes which is nice if you like the variety but there was something I didn't like in each so it just customized my own. Super easy first you start with your size of... Small (One choice + two toppings) Medium (Two choices + three toppings) Large (Three choices + three toppings) or Keiki (One choice + two toppings) Base (White, Brown rice or Salad...no dressing available) Add-on to your poke is all free (white onion, green onion, crab salad and limu) Choice of poke... Ahi, Ahi & Salmon, Salmon, Tako, Shrimp, Scallop, Chicken, Tofu and Sweet Potato. Then it's your sauce and with 13 to choose from it's all a matter of that cravings and pairing lol!! Decide on your toppings (14 to choose from btw) also one topping for your rice or salad (furikake, nori, tempura bits or dried onion). So here's my creation of a medium box...brown rice with ahi in #8 very spicy sauce with just limu, tofu in #13 spicy ponzu with limu, edamame and kimchi with furikake on my rice...BAM!! When they say spicy there certainly is a kick but not as crazy for the spicy lover out there, it was yummy and just hit the spot. Everything is fresh though slightly salty but a great experience to make it all your own. I'll be back for sure to try it with a salad as it's nice here to be "picky" with our food. Thank you!

    Mauka vegetarian $18.99 no frills no drinks and no aloha !!!
    Hélène C.

    Well let me say $18.99 for a dish of veggies is beyond ridiculous... especially at a mall - style paid 13 ish last time and food was great last time and felt like splurging at $13.95 just cause on my lunch break yesterday. The lady was super cold no aloha and didn't distinguish that it's wasn't $13.95 like sign said - she never asked what size I wanted . So much to my surprise when I went to pay she said $18.99!!! I said the sign says $13.95 she just gave me attitude & I didn't feel like fighting. The tofu was great however the sweet potatoes were hard not fully cooked. I will never go back again - my prediction they will be out of business eventually unless they goto Waikiki where tourists can afford it. So they charge me For a 100% vegetable dish half of which is rice the same as if I am eating POKE - no thanks!!! I recommend you clarify with the rude lady as she starts your order. As far as ambiance it's a mall food court- the food establishment is very clean and sanitary. Customer service sucks!

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    Michael A.

    Excellent! You know I love poke! Sure you can get a tapeworm but that is a small risk. The food was amazing. It was a sashimi lover heaven. I ordered the large for about 20$ and I go the ahi tuna, salmon sashimi, octopus slices and some crab meat. The service was pretty solid, the prices were high but you get some good tasting food and alot if it at that. Sushi costs the same and you get less, Sure it might be better quality, but this place has quantity and quality. The food tasted very fresh and was filling. The flavor was immaculate.

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    Everytime I come to Oahu, Ono Seafood is on my 'must-go' list while visiting! I first discovered…read morethis spot in 2016 and have been back multiple times over the years and on our recent trip had the chance to show my partner why I love it so much! On this latest visit we decided to get the wasabi ahi and the spicy ahi. Both were really good but the wasabi was the one for me. We got the two selection combo, which we shared, but honestly I could've eaten this whole thing on my own no problem. The ahi tasted super fresh and since we got there right when they opened, it was even better. They have a small parking lot with just a handful of spots. Getting there early, parking wasn't a problem at all. They have some tables outside so we were able to eat it there before taking off for the airport. Definitely more of a takeout spot. We didn't spend much time in the area, so it was the last meal we had before taking off to the airport and I couldn't think of a better meal to end an amazing trip. If I was staying nearby, I definitely would've come here more than once!

    My boyfriend and I wanted to eat a good poke bowl so we made a stop at Ono Seafood on our way into…read moreWaikiki. There are only a couple stalls in the front of the store so parking is not the greatest. Before you enter there are a few tables that you can sit and eat your food. Inside, it's pretty small so I can imagine if it gets busy the line can go out the door. Although, the line moved fast and they seemed to be very efficient. You can look at the menu board while you're waiting so you can decide what you want. They have all the poke choices on there and sometimes have specials posted on the glass where you order. I got the Hawaiian style and miso tako. I was hoping the Hawaiian style had a little more taste, but otherwise still good. The miso tako was my favorite! Yummmmm. My boyfriend got the Shoyu poke and spicy tako. His shoyu was really tasty! The only part I didn't care for so much was the long grain rice because it was just a tad bit dry. Otherwise, everything was good. I've tried their poke before when someone brought it to a get together but this was the first time I've made a stop here. Nice staff and very efficient + Ono poke!

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    4.7(1k reviews)
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    Lives up to the hype for sure, though very pricey for the portion. I got a mini bowl with Hawaiian…read morestyle poke and salad for $19 total. However, the flavors were balanced, and the freshness was evident from the non-slimy texture and meatiness of the ahi. The salad was a refreshing complement to the poke. The optional toppings (I said yes to all) added more crunch and flavor without overwhelming the star of the dish, aka the lovely tuna. The shop seemed tiny. You order at the front door/window where you can see the menu and the display case of the very few poke options offered. Staff worked quickly, as my order was basically ready after paying. Only outdoor seating directly in front of the shop was provided, but luckily we beat the lunch rush and got two tables for our group. Everyone enjoyed what they ordered. I'd definitely come back for the poke. Location was in a quiet part of Honolulu that seemed to have some small-town vibes. We parked in the free lot across the street where the McD's was.

    Off-the-Hook BOOKEND'd our most recent 2026 trip to Oahu. It was the first stop after getting our…read morerental car. And the final stop, before dropping it off again. The adorable market, in a gorgeous canyon neighborhood is always on our minds. So fresh. So good. A LITERAL MUST on each and every trip to Oahu. Multiple times, if possible. The Parking sucks, but hey - it's a market on an island. We're fine. We have a tradition of just eating it in our rental car. A tradition I look forward to continuing soon. Only downside: Off-the-Hook, and Ono Seafood RUIN POKE FOR US, back in Los Angeles. Just ain't the same as Hawaii.

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    Parking: dirt lot located across the restaurant, right next to nico's pier 38…read more Service: take out, grab and go shop Ambiance: local, casual, with tables outside the restaurant to eat near the restaurant and water Food: one of my favorite poke bowls on the island. You get 3 choices and plenty of toppings to choose from. My favorite is the salmon furikake, spicy salmon and yuzu ahi.

    This was our first stop after landing in Oahu. It was the closest good spot we could find near the…read moreairport. There's plenty of parking at the pier, so that wasn't a worry. The restaurant was pretty cute both outside and inside, and I could tell it draws a good crowd for football games, which is a plus. For the poke bowls, we got the Spicy Shoyu Ahi, Furikake Salmon, and Ultimate. Overall, they were pretty good and decent bowls. I liked that there was a condiment bar at the end to add any toppings you wanted. The fish was fresh and well seasoned, with no fishiness at all. I just wished there was a bit more white onion for crunch, but it was good regardless. The Fish and Chips were really good. The fish was super crispy, the meat was firm, and the fries were nicely fried. The tartar sauce or maybe more of a lemony aioli, was the star. It wasn't your usual tartar sauce; it had a homemade lemony sweetness that made it delicious. My only complaint was that the batter came off the fish pretty easily, which made it a bit tricky to eat at times.

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    Fresh local poke at pretty good prices…read more We got their most popular options: the crunchy garlic ahi poke and the spicy salmon. The crunchy garlic ahi was our favorite, great texture, super flavorful, and just really satisfying. The spicy salmon was also solid and hit the spot. We also added on the chicken (kind of like karaage). Not sure if it was just our timing, but it took a long time and ended up a bit overcooked. Ours was on the dry/hard side, so I probably wouldn't get that again. Overall, I'd 100% come back for the poke. The staff was really nice, she let us try a few different flavors and was super helpful. The space is pretty small with only a couple little tables, so it gets busy fast and the line can go out the door, but it's worth it for the poke.

    5 star quality poke using fresh auction fish without breaking the bank. Iykyk!! This is a hidden…read moregem and hole in the wall establishment with entrance closer to Young Street. I bought the creamy garlic ahi, spicy ahi, smoked shoyu ahi w/ lechon, and ahi patties. I literally took a bite and went to heaven. This place takes poke to another level with so many innovative flavors and tastes. The fish is truly fresh and I savored every bite! The fish is so onolicious I bought some to bring back to the SF Bay Area. Shout out to Sabrina who provided excellent customer service and wrapped it up for me to bring back to Cali! This will now be my go to place when I return for my vacations. Support this establishment. Customer service and food quality at a very reasonable price is unbeatable. Trust me- you will not regret it!

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