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    Poke Don

    4.1 (1k reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    POKE DON ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Dexter D.

    After torturing our dog at the Dog Wash, we needed refueling. We hadn't been back to Poke Don in a long time, so we headed over. Because it was so hot, I waited in the car with the dog, the air conditioning running. My wife went in and placed the order and waited while it was prepared. A few customers had exited as we were figuring out what we wanted. She was the only customer to order and the one man working the counter took her order and prepared it. Other guests arrived and more employees came out from the back to help them. The gentleman wanted to know what we wanted for each section of our bowls, while making both bowls at the same time. She was quite happy with her bowl. I won't say that I wasn't happy BUT there was a hint of spice in my bowl and I did not order anything that should have been spicy. Overall, while we enjoyed our bowls, it seems like these were the smallest portioned "large" Poke bowls that we've ever received. Flavor and texture wise, they were on point. Would we dine here again? Probably, if in the area, but I wouldn't go out of my way.

    Sujean W.

    Stopped by Poke Don in San Ramon because I was craving a poke bowl. The place has a nice setup and plenty of topping options to customize your bowl just the way you like it -- definitely a plus! The salmon and tuna were fresh and tasted great, which is exactly what I was hoping for. However, I did notice that some of the other fish -- especially the ones that aren't ordered as often -- looked pretty dry and not as appealing. So I stuck to the basics. One major downside: the service was very slow. There were only three customers ahead of me, but it still took nearly 20 minutes to get through the line. It wasn't super busy, so it felt like the team just wasn't moving efficiently or was possibly short-staffed. Overall, the poke bowl I got was solid, and I'd consider coming back for the fresh salmon and tuna. But if you're in a hurry or expecting quick service, this might not be the best spot during peak times.

    Catherine G.

    Hands down THE best poke in town. Fresh fish, fresh toppings and friendly staff every time. The sauces are THE BEST. Been coming here for years and won't ever stop. 10/10 recommend.

    Build your own bowl
    AJ J.

    First time stopping here- found it on Yelp. My bowl was really good. I have to say I've never been to place that offers Unagi as one of its proteins so I was pleasantly surprised. The service was unfortunately eh but it's fine. I actually thought the value for what I got was pretty good too. One thing I wish they weren't so stingy with was their crab salad.

    why are we still social distancing
    Bunny M.

    great poke bowl. prices are absurd and there is hardly any staff, the service takes forever! not to mention the employee is always sidetracked with other tasks so it takes a while for anything to get done. prices could be lowered or more staff could be hired.

    Unagi and Toro ... Beautiful!
    Mark H.

    Poke Don is absolutely delicious. My friend and I had a a bowl with Tuna as the focal point and topped it off with sliced Unagi. (Broiled Eel) Every ingredient is individually prepared with care and attention. All the The fish is fresh and tasty. Vibrant and refreshing vegetables decorate the bowl. Most importantly, the rice! The rice was perfect. The fact that Poke Don is so clean and and inviting is a testament to the owners' care for his restaurant and for his clients. Highly recommended.

    Medium bowl. Half brown rice/ have mixed greens with only salmon.

    Black girl tried to lock the doors 2:50 today and they don't close until 3. She opened the door when she saw me standing outside but she was clearly annoyed and rude and didn't want to serve me. I'm never going back

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    this has been my go to place for poke ! for yearsss !!! always soo yummy & always taste sooo freshhh !!! love it

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    Typical poke bowl establishment. Food was ok. Line moved slow, like others have said.

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    Ask the Community - Poke Don

    Do you guys do in-door dining now?

    This location has never really been setup to accommodate indoor dining. When there's a line, everybody's butts would be at table level!!

    What time do you open and close?

    Their hours are less than consistent, and they open for lunch, then close and reopen for dinner

    Can you order online for pickup?

    Sadly, no. Their menu is so wide and varied, it's nearly impossible to accommodate online or phone orders

    Gluten free sauce options or all soy sauce based?

    spicy miyo n mango no soy

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    In-N-Out Burger

    3.9
    (481 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    Like every In N Out, it has the exact same items but also good service just like every location…read more They offer burgers, fries, and shakes with nothing else to really add. The interior is just like every other location so there isn't much to say about that as it's got the same layout too. The food was always overall fine but I was never the biggest fan of In N Out because my family and I always had the same problem with their fries. They're always either undercooked or not fried enough so they're not as crispy as we'd like. As for burgers they're always pretty much passable but nothing special. The only criticism and it's like this at every In N Out is how long the drive thru could be. There will always be a super long line no matter what time you go and it could take a while to get your food if you're to do the drive thru. In the end, its a solid location like every other one. And it's overall a good place to grab a quick bite.

    Be careful about ordering secret menu items here. I ordered a Flying Dutchman and ended up with a…read moresingle patty. Supposed to be TWO patties What a disappointment but it was take out so we just learned our lesson at this point. The Flying Dutchman at In-N-Out Burger is one of the chain's best-known "secret menu" items. It consists of: * 2 beef patties * 2 slices of melted American cheese * No bun * No lettuce, tomato, or spread

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    STILL packed at 2 pm!
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    DareDevil Dogs

    4.6
    (166 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    This place is just great! If you're looking to watch some sports with a relaxing vibe, this is your…read morespot. I highly recommend the inferno bites, I dream of those crunchy little things with a slight jalapeño kick and a nice sweet chili sauce to blend it all together. I've been here several times and the reasonably priced food and atmosphere keeps me coming back.

    Great little hotdog place with beer on tap... I ordered:…read moreThe Mac Dog (3.5 stars, $12.22) with mustard added and a side of fries ($2.60) The hotdog was your average packaged all beef dog, no skin or snap. The bun was a decent size to hold everything, but a little too much bread. The American cheese was standard quality, thin but melts well with the heat of the dog. All the toppings were fresh (Lettuce, Tomato, Diced Onions, Pickle Spear). I think the lettuce isn't needed, I'll skip that next time. The Bacon Bits are fresh made good quality smoked bacon, decent size cut, good stuff. The Yum Yum Sauce is their secret sauce, but it was very light and I didn't notice the flavor that much. I assume it is a mayo and paprika based with other spices, not sure. Maybe I'll order on the side next time. The fries are decent restaurant quality, the kind that has a coating of potatoe flour to give some extra texture and crunch, served hot. I think they fry them fresh for the order, nice touch! Raspberry lemonade (min bottle simply company) it was decent, nothing special. Until next time...

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    Carl's Jr

    Carl's Jr

    2.6
    (139 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $

    It has been awhile since I last ate at Carl's Jr. I used to order a Chicken Bacon Western sandwich…read more(which they no longer make) with Waffle Fries. I would alternate the Waffle Fries with the onion rings (two favorites). The menu has changed a little over the years. The San Ramon Carl's Jr is located with a bunch of other restaurants so lots of competition. Carl's had a deal on the Cali Burger that you could make a combo deal for another $2, good value. The burger was good, a little light on the vegetables but overall a good burger, fries were excellent and the order came out quickly. I'm going to go again and breakdown on my spending. I think I'll splurge for some waffle fries or onion rings along with getting a classic Western Bacon Cheeseburger. The staff are quick and polite. Swing by and start by trying of the deals like the Cali Burger and make it a small Combo, out the door for less than $10.

    Only Carls Jr in the area none in Dublin Pleasanton but a newer modeled one in Livermore next to…read moreCattlemen's. This CJ's is popular for drive thru mostly as every time I've been inside there is no one or one person. Maybe it's because of the outdated 80s interior which is really depressing. The service is good and polite. I do have noticed one burger meal was around $19 so I chose a chicken sandwich and small drink but that was still like $16 geez. Habit burger and Jamba Juice is next door. The drinks are free refill s, the bathroom is a wreck and old too. I wish they remodeled this Carls Jr like Burger King did across the street. It's not like it's messy or anything but people enjoy an updated interior and customers feel the price will justify it. What I like about Carl's Jr is the different types of burgers and they are not small. They even have the Diablo spicy burger again .12.2.24 Shakes are decent too. I wish they had like a value menu or something like other fast food burger places. For them to be in business still with an outdated inside says a lot and they are doing service and taste right. They have an expanded Mexican menu but I have a thing about ordering Mexican food at a mainly burger place and vice versa but I'm sure the green burrito shouldn't be that bad. I think the charbroiled at Habit is just a tad better. But you be the judge . Rarely ever is the drive thru ever backed up which is convenient.

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    All their burgers the combos are expensive now ! 12.2.24
    All their burgers the combos are expensive now ! 12.2.24
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    Habit Burger & Grill

    Habit Burger & Grill

    3.1
    (454 reviews)
    0.5 mi
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    We used to order take out from this Habit burger plenty of times during the pandemic. When we did…read morethe food overall was always good as it had good flavor and decent sides. The ambiance of the inside is nothing special as it's like most burger joints where you can hear the sizzling of the grill. Along with the music and conversations of nearby guests. As for service it was also always good as they are nice and overall always got our orders right. The only reason I am giving a 4 out of 5 stars though is because one this location can be a pain to find in San Ramon as it is kind of hidden. And two, there were times when we got our food when we ordered take out and the fries were either a bit soggy or cold. Leaving us a bit concerned about how long it was sitting out for before we picked it up. Also means the fries could be cooked a bit longer to give them a more crispy texture. In the end, it is still a solid location to go to like other Habit Burgers and its worth a shot.

    Stay away from here. Let's let another business take the location. Putting the nasty fake smoke…read moreflavoring in the meat aside, the amount of smoke pouring out of their vent hood over the restaurant smells up the whole parking lot. I understand the model is charbroiled but at least cook good meat to make it actually smell good. I am sorry cause I love burgers but not this place! I got some free coupons and decided fine I'll go back. I went back and got soooo sick from this place it was awful. Then I went back again thinking it was a one off. It happened again!! I don't know why people love this place so much but it is a definite pass and should not be visited type place. I can't give it one star because the staff is friendly and I don't think their prices are that bad.

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    Fat Maddie's Grille

    4.1
    (1k reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    Fat Maddie's is one of our favorite places! The food is always absolutely delicious, the service is…read moreconsistently excellent, and the atmosphere is welcoming every time we visit. James is the best--friendly, attentive, and always makes us feel like valued customers. We usually order the Cobb salad or the cheeseburger, and both are fantastic every time. It's so nice to have a place you can count on for great food and outstanding service. Highly recommend!

    It's been a very long time since I ate at Far Maddie's Grille. Had it not been for George F., I…read morewouldn't have thought that they were still in business. On Labor Day 2025, I was having coffee with George at the Starbucks next door when he suggested grabbing a burger here. We walked in at around 5:45pm and it wasn't too busy. The interior looked pretty much the same as before. 80s pop music was playing in the background. George got the Double Burger combo with garlic feta fries while I opted for the Cali Burger Combo with curly fries. The staffer who helped us was friendly and helpful. I noticed he was wearing a 'Back to the Future' hat and we both agreed that a rumored potential reboot of the franchise would be a terrible idea. Our food came out pretty quickly. The Cali Burger was very good. The burger was very juicy, and I loved that sourdough bread was used. The curly fries were good as well. I'm glad that Fat Maddie's is still around. Good burger joints are getting harder to find. I will definitely return. 4 solid stars.

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    Ordering counter (07/2024)
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    Double Burger
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