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    Poke Dot

    4.1 (1.3k reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Hawaiian, Poke
    Closed 10:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    3 scoops of protein
    Charmaine P.

    Great place for some delicious poke. I got the 3 scoop and it was still under $20! Unbelievable. Loving the free avocado and the sauces. Ended up trying the honey wasabi and spicy mayo. Wish they had eel sauce but not a deal breaker. Portions were satisfying and service was great. I'm coming back for more.

    Diana R.

    Poke Dot was super busy during the lunch hour. I was nearby and decided to stop and check out this place. My navigation took me to the back side of the center where there was plenty of parking. It looked like it was more crowded in the front parking lot. it was pretty lively and loud inside with a lot of customers eating and talking. There was plentiful outdoor seating as well. There was plenty of staff working and assigned to each section of the toppings. This is a good move to accommodate all the customers during the busy times. I chose to get half-and-half with brown rice and the mixed greens. I got the large with five scoops of fish, including salmon, blazed, salmon, and octopus. For the sauce I went with House sauce, medium, ponzu, and spicy mayo. I got almost everything that was available including avocado, which is not extra. This is amazing because I haven't been to any other poke place that offers this. There are other good toppings included such as crab, seaweed salad, and Masago. There's even crumbled hot Cheetos if that's your thing. Everything tasted very fresh, however, the fish was a bit bland, even though it was mixed with the sauces. I think I'll definitely have to ask for a sauce on the side next time. I had some for lunch and then I had plenty of leftovers for dinner. I'm definitely putting this on my lunch rotation.

    Large Bowl 5 scoops
    Shaw K.

    I stopped by this poke spot after hearing some good things about it online and was not disappointed. Parking is plentiful and the inside is clean and quaint. The staff was kind and efficient. I got the large bowl which was around $20 which comes with five scoops of protein. I got two scoops of the limited spicy salmon and 3 scoops of regular salmon. They also have so many delicious toppings such as crab meat, avocado, seaweed salad, hot cheeto flakes, and so much more for no additional charge. The ponzu was a delicious topping and the owner was so nice and helped out on the line too which I appreciate. Overall great value, will definitely be back soon!

    Angela C.

    A great poke spot for the price and amount you get. The fish are big chunks and do not taste fishy at all and they had plenty of toppings to choose from. Could easily be a 4 or 5 star place but the day I went, the rice was just so bad. Given the rice was the base of the entire dish, it really ruined the experience for me. It was hard and almost tasted like old rice. Staff were friendly and there's plenty of seating options indoors and outdoor by the plaza. Will try and come back again and hopefully the rice will be better next time.

    Cherry N.

    Heard super great things about this place and I just had to check it out as I am an avid poke lover! There was no line when I came in and the worker was so friendly. I was so surprised on how heavy the food was even though I got a small size. It definitely fed me for two meals. The poke itself was so delicious and there was a huge variety of toppings to pick from. They also have a stamp card that you can get a stamp every time you visit.

    Large Bowl 5 scoops
    Amy L.

    Get the most bang out of your buck by getting the large because they pack that thing full. The taste of the food is quite bland but just ask for more sauce or add your own (they have soy sauce packets there too). Service was quick and there's ample seating.

    Large Poke Bowl
    Vy T.

    Went during lunch and was helped right away. Even with the lunch rush, the line goes by fast. I loved the huge selection of fresh fish and toppings. I got the Maui Tuna as one of my choices, and it was absolutely delicious. I ordered a large bowl and THEY. LOADED. IT. UP. Seriously, you will be full. The fish was fresh and tasted fantastic. The only small issue was that the music was a little loud, so I think the employee had a hard time hearing me. I'm not taking off any stars because it honestly could have been on me for not speaking loudly enough. Overall, it was a great experience, and I'll definitely be back!

    Cheryle L.

    Poke Dot is good. However, they have raised their prices a lot over the past 3 to 4 years. It's overpriced IMO (hence the 3 stars) but it's really the only poke place nearby if you work in the area so this is your only option. There are similar places in Irvine that give the same amount of food but for less price. The sauces are bland compared to previous years when I would come here once a week or so. Customer service has been efficient. Always busy though of course during the lunch rush during the week. Ample parking. Clean restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. Overall - if you're craving poke and in the area - this place is good but it's just overpriced.

    Channy I.

    By far - my favorite poke in the OC. Everything is always so fresh and they're always so friendly. Every time I've visited, the consistency is always there. I usually get the smallest size (2 proteins) and tbh, it's a great amount of food. I wished there was a size in between, I usually can't finish it. They pack the box, always! My go to is always one of their seasonal salmon/tuna. Parking can be annoying on the weekdays during lunch. Theres indoor and outdoor seating.

    Katelyn K.

    I love Poke Dot!! It's located in a plaza next to the church I attend. I love the variety of options they have to build your own Poke bowl. I especially love the crab meat and seaweed. The ladies who served me were nice. They even have a stamp card - every purchase you make, you receive a stamp and after 10 stamps, you get a free bowl! The inside seating is quite limited so my friend and I went outside. It was nice. Thank you, Poke Dot!

    Emilie G.

    I've been on a bit of a poke kick lately, and since I didn't feel like heading out, I decided to get Poke Dot delivered. I'm always a little nervous about raw fish traveling, but this was absolutely delicious and arrived perfectly fresh! * Freshness: The fish quality was top-tier. Even with the delivery time, the tuna and salmon were firm and chilled, which is exactly what you want. * The Mix-ins: I love how they distribute the sauce--it wasn't soggy at all. Every bite had a great balance of flavor without drowning out the taste of the fish. * Portion Size: They were quite generous with the scoops and the toppings, making it a very filling and satisfying meal. The delivery was quick and the packaging was sturdy, so nothing leaked or got squished. It's definitely my new go-to when I want a healthy, high-quality meal but want to stay in. Whether you're dining in or ordering at home, Poke Dot is incredibly consistent. Definitely one of the better poke spots in the area for quality and portion size!

    Linh N.

    Solid poke bowl that is LOADEDDDDD. I love their salmon here and the scoops they gave are lowkey a lot. Would definitely come back bevause they hage Cheetos as well!

    Daph H.

    Poke Dot is the most generously portioned poke shop in Irvine that I've found. Their regular bowl ($17.45) gives you three scoops of protein, with nice big chunks of fish. I like that crab meat, avocado and seaweed salad are available at no extra charge. It was so big that I think I could probably just get a small bowl next time. I had placed my order online and for pick up during the busy lunch hour (where the line was to the door). I had ordered two bowls and unfortunately the bases for them got mixed up, so I got my husband's white rice and he got my salad and brown rice. Oops. I might have given Poke Dot a higher rating, if not for this. If you come during weekday lunch, you may want to order online. Or maybe it's safer to just get in line and make sure your bowl is made the way you want.

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    Do they take apple pay?

    Yes, now with apple pay and google pay

    Is this the only location or are there others?

    Do they have gluten free options (ie gluten free soy sauce)?

    Yes they have GF soy sauce, Spicy Mayo, and Sesame oil as GF sauce options. Note* per employee The Imitation crab is not GF.

    Do they let you get extra toppings? Ex: Avacado 2 scoops instead of 1

    There is a charge for a 2nd scoop of avocado. (But they'll give you a 2nd scoop of crabmeat at no charge - I know most other places would charge for the crab.)

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    The Dive Oyster Bar

    The Dive Oyster Bar

    4.2
    (526 reviews)
    6.8 mi
    $$

    How have I walked by this place dozens of times and never tried it out? We went last night and we…read morewere blown away. Even though it was 6:15 on a Saturday night, we were able to be sat right away. As soon as we walked in, someone greeted us and showed us to our table. Our server immediately got us waters and asked if we wanted anything else to drink (wife and I both got some delicious beers that they had on tap). We had our little one in tow with us and they were so accommodating to him! As soon as we were ready, our server took our order. We got: Chowder "frots" (fries and tots mixed in with some New England clam chowder, bacon, onions, cheese, and other goodies) 10/10, would definitely order again. My wife got the lobster roll with a side of clam chowder. Loaded with lobster, but you do pay the price. Labeled as market price, this was almost $40. Delicious, but not worth it in our opinion. 6.5/10. Pan roast (house specialty which came with shredded crab, shrimp, clams, and muscles). This, topped with rice, was heavenly. Better than any pan roast I've had. Came out ripping hot as it should. My wife was envious of my dish. 10/10 From the kids menu we also ordered the chicken Alfredo. My kid loved it, but my wife and I both had a bite and wow, we would've ordered that for ourselves it was so good. 10/10. We can't wait to come back just for the food. On top of that, however, service was above and beyond. The servers and everyone in the restaurant were so accommodating to us and our child and made us feel so, so welcome. We would come back even if the food was bad, solely for the service we received. Vibes we great, decoration on the walls look like they hired an artist to paint it. They had two TV's behind the bar / prep area that was showing NBA and PGA which I'll never complain about. All around 10/10 experience.

    Weekend dinner, pretty open seating, nice decor…read more Menu is various seafood item ranging from po boys to pan roasts. Ordered the shrimp po boy,pan roast, and kids macaroni and cheese. Po boy had nice crispy shrimp on a fresh roll. Comes with a side of fries. Pan roast was a nice creamy broth with shrimp mussels and crab. Comes with a side of rice. Mac and cheese was a pretty big portion for a kid, really cheesy and rich. Overall pretty good meal and surprisingly pretty affordable considering the cost of seafood. Service was attentive. Would recommend.

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    Pinchy & Pals

    Pinchy & Pals

    4.6
    (147 reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$

    I had such a great experience at Pinchy & Pals! If you're a seafood lover, this place is definitely…read moreworth checking out. I tried their lobster roll and was honestly impressed by how fresh and flavorful it was. The lobster was generously portioned, tender, and packed with flavor without being overly heavy. The lobster mac and cheese was also a standout. It was super creamy, cheesy, and the perfect comfort food pairing. Even if lobster isn't your thing, they have plenty of shrimp options that were amazing like the coconut shrimp and shrimp fries! What I loved most was the quality of the seafood and the generous portions. Everything tasted fresh, and you can really tell they put care into their dishes. Definitely a great spot for a seafood craving, and I'll be coming back to try more of their menu! IG: your.SoCal.foodie

    I think the chef needs to taste their food and truly put in some effort into making these items…read morebetter. My bf and I frequent the AMC right next door, so today after a movie we decided to check this place out. We ordered to share: the lobster roll combo ($25) with the clam chowder fries ($6) and a small 8oz side of lobster bisque ($8). We ordered on a tablet but after we ordered the girl behind the counter offered us two free drinks while we waited and she was super friendly, so 5 stars for service. The vibe of the place is super unique and fun inside, they had little shrimp and lobster magnets and decor and they were playing SpongeBob on tv. Even their packaging was very well presented. Unfortunately I think they need to spend more time perfecting their food than just having a cute vibe. The first bite we took was the lobster bisque and we were both shocked at how lukewarm it was, I almost wanted to go back inside to ask if they could warm it up because it was appalling the temperature they served it. Then we squeezed the lemon on the lobster roll (which we ordered the spicy aioli with) and I was truly surprised at how bland it was. Definitely could have used more sauce but honestly if something is tasty on its own it shouldn't need to be drowned in sauce. I was so glad I was sharing this because no part of me wanted to eat that whole dry flavorless lobster roll. The star of the show for us both was the clam chowder fries, the fries were absolutely tasty and would 100% order these again. In effort to save our experience with the other 2 dishes, we tried dipping the roll into the bisque but we just weren't feeling it at all. The more of the bisque we had, we just tasted pure butter like Paula Deen was back there in the kitchen preparing it herself. It wasn't a delicious indulgent type of buttery taste, it was honestly just too much that we didn't even finish the bisque. We immediately felt gross and bloated and decided we needed a walk before driving home. We walked over to Target with heavy guts and energy depleting quickly. On the walk back toward our car, I had to run to the restroom because the food immediately hit me in the worst way possible. On our drive home our mouths felt so dry and we both just felt awful and my bf ran straight to the restroom right when we got home. Bummer when a place that could be great for a lot of moviegoers just fails so hard. The clam chowder fries were good but they're also $13 if you order them without the combo so I'm not sure how often we'll be ordering. I truly hope my review is taken into consideration and the recipes get retested and perfected.

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    YUEYAN

    YUEYAN

    3.9
    (155 reviews)
    5.0 mi

    This place is such a hidden gem! We ordered the Peking duck set, ribs, and fish, and it was only…read moreabout $30 per person. The value is incredible! A lot of dishes are only $9.90, but the food definitely doesn't taste like "cheap food." Everything was flavorful, beautifully presented, and satisfying. The Peking duck was one of my favorites, and the ribs and fish were also delicious. Services is great, my son fails his chopsticks, and a lady just send 1 new pair of chopsticks to him in 10 seconds! The restaurant has even been featured in Michelin for three consecutive years, which is pretty impressive. Great food, great prices, and perfect for a family meal or dinner with friends. Definitely worth coming back!

    This new Chinese restaurant in Irvine is such a great spot for group gatherings, and they even have…read more$9.90 special dishes! The restaurant has a comfortable and spacious Chinese-style interior, with large tables that are perfect for groups. We sat together, enjoyed our meal, and planned our upcoming Mexico trip at the same time! Since we had a bigger group, we ordered Set Menu #4 for $128.95 and chose the Green Peppercorn Fish as our main dish. The fish was tender, and the fragrant peppercorn flavor made it really appetizing! The set also came with half a roast duck, sweet & sour ribs, stir-fried vegetables, duck soup, brown sugar rice cakes, and four bowls of rice. It was such a generous spread! I really like set menus like this for group dinners because no one has to spend forever deciding what to order . The roast duck was great for sharing, and the sweet & sour ribs were flavorful and perfect with rice. We finished the meal with the soft and chewy brown sugar rice cakes, which were a nice sweet ending. Since we had quite a few people, we also ordered a few extra dishes to share. They currently have two different promotions There are five selected $9.90 dishes available Monday through Sunday, and you can choose up to two. They also offer four dine-in set menus from Monday through Friday, including the Set Menu #4 we ordered. The two promotions cannot be combined, and the set-menu promotion is not available on weekends.

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    Seafood 1555

    Seafood 1555

    4.9
    (148 reviews)
    22.3 mi

    This place isn't popular enough!…read more We walked here after enjoying a fun day looking at the pet farm, winning some prizes at the fair, and built an appetite! Jack o lantern fair was just a few blocks away but we were craving seafood and we decided on Seafood 1555. Oh my gosh. We shared a steak burrito and two octopus& shrimp tacos & it was grilled to perfection. They also had 7 types of salsa as well as the fresh one they make on site. I mean I need to come back and order again because it's worth it all! Just walk behind the parking lot when you enter the church, it's behind the car repairs. And they make it looks like a farmers market with about 3-4 businesses serving food and desserts :) Service was amazing they asked if we needed any thing and we were the only customers remaining so they were patient and didn't rush us at all. Super kind cook. Pop up chairs, canopies, and beautiful dishes were served. Don't think twice. Go order some stellar seafood tacos today!!

    Seafood 1555 absolutely knocked it out of the park…read more The customer service was truly off the charts--warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming from start to finish. You can feel that they care, and it makes the whole experience even better. The shrimp tacos were loaded--generous, fresh, and insanely flavorful. Every bite was satisfying, not skimpy in the slightest, and perfectly balanced. The kind of tacos you think about later and immediately want again. And don't sleep on the chips and salsa. So many places treat it as an afterthought, but here it was very, very good--fresh, flavorful, and the perfect start to the meal. Great food, generous portions, and standout service. Seafood 1555 is a must-visit and an easy recommendation. We'll absolutely be back.

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    NEP Cafe

    NEP Cafe

    4.5
    (2.2k reviews)
    4.2 mi
    $$

    Luckily I only needed to wait a short amount of time with a friend when coming here on a weekend…read moreafternoon. I ordered their Xoi Man and it came out within 15 minutes. The combination of pork floss, quail eggs, pate, Chinese sausage, and ham strips went well together as a part of the traditional Vietnamese dish, and I wished that the portion of this ingredients was a bit more than their rice. Still it was a filling dish without feeling overly heavy, and NEP Cafe in general is a great choice if you're craving a comfort-food meal!

    Kei Concepts does it again-- truly appreciate all the Kei Concepts restaurants. This is a great…read moreplace for date night, girls night or night out. It has a restaurant side and bar area. We got so many different items to try and honestly it did not disappoint. Appetizers: - Crab Toast & Shrimp Ceviche: YES. Really good start. So much flavor. So Delicious. Have ordered this multiple times we came. Entree: - Tom Kha Seafood Pasta- honestly my favorite item that we tried here, so much flavor, dimension and ample amount of protein) - Bun Bo Hue Dried Noodle- this flavor was good, the concept was interesting but not my absolute favorite out of the the different items we got. Would pass next time. Dessert: - Banana Bread Pudding: I still think about this dessert. Highly recommend! It looks really sweet, but it was very well balanced. Overall: Food, service, ambiance was amazing. Definitely a frequent flyer of this restaurant and other kei concepts.

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