Poke Lakes

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There are clearly people who come in who are regulars! It must mean that their food is good. I came in and ordered one of their pre-decided bowls, but the woman asked me if I wanted to change anything multiple times! I like that she wanted to check it was what I wanted. The food was good and fresh! Some people sat in and ate, with plenty of space to sit. Nice and clean inside. I took mine to go but I would be fine eating in! read more

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Easy 5 stars. Their ingredients are fresh and flavorful and they don't skimp on the portions. I typically get the same thing every time and absolutely love it as a healthy lunch option... Half scoop of sushi rice, green onions, avocado, marinated tuna, spicy salmon, and top it off with ponzu sauce and sesame seeds. Also I have to mention how incredibly friendly the staff is. Every time I come here I'm greeted with a welcome and a smile. They happily answer any questions I have and it just feels like great vibes here. So glad Poke Lakes is here a part of the Cornelius community! read more

Poke Lakes - Marinated Tuna, Spicy Salmon, Avocado, and Sushi Rice with Ponzu Sauce, Green Onions, and Sesame Seeds. So amazing! - Poke Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

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Aniecia W.

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First timers and it didn't disappoint. Our food was very tasty, everything was fresh. They were very welcoming and friendly. The place was super clean and inviting. A little pricey but hell what isn't lol, we will definitely be back. read more

Poke Lakes - Poke Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

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Jillian J.

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Their food, especially the fish, is ALWAYS fresh. Super clean dining area and the owners are SO beyond friendly. Definitely try their mochi and mango ice cream!!!!! read more

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Tim A.

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Excellent! High quality and many tasty options. I had the spicy tuna, salmon combo with brown rice. Excellent service and inside was nice and clean to enjoy. read more

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My husband and I enjoyed a weekday lunch at Poke Lakes after our neighbor recommended them as a place to try. We both love poke bowls, and the convenience of either choosing a menu item or making a bowl of your own makes this place a winner. My husband had the #5 Molokai bowl. I customized my bowl with a salad base, cucumbers, seaweed salad, avocados, spicy tuna, spicy salmon, poke sauce, coconut ginger sauce, sriracha aioli sauce, and tempura flakes. Their bowls are generously filled with very fresh ingredients, and I couldn't finish all of mine. We both loved the spicy salmon and tuna, and would definitely get this mix again. And I love that you can have a low-carb meal here! The only downside is that the prices can get kind of high when you add multiple ingredients that cost extra. Our two bowls with water and a soda were $34.30. We noticed the staff cleaning the tables as soon as customers left. The place was exceptionally clean, and the staff were quite friendly and helpful. We'll definitely return! read more

Poke Lakes - #5 Molokai bowl - yummy! - Poke Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

Poke Lakes - Customized bowl with spicy salmon and spicy tuna - delicious! - Poke Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

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Saw that Poke Lakes was finally open and took the opportunity to visit. I am always looking for good Poke and this is relatively close to my house. I didn't realize that they are part of the POKE Bros chain. Service was quick and I made my own POKE bowl. The ingredients were fresh and I felt that I got good value for my money. I will be coming back here when I am close. Always looking for a healthy bite to eat. Please support this business. read more

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Erica B.

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This poke bowl was soooooooo good. And fresh! I got spicy tuna and salmon. Added seafood salad and (fresh) mango. The employee recommended eel sauce and two others i can't remember... just ask them and they will put you on. It's delicious. Couple of tables right outside to eat at. Right next door to cycle so it's too easy to go right after class.... 10/10 read more

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My wife and I enjoy the food and service we get a this Restaurant. The staff is friendly as well. You can sit inside or outside.

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Riley O.

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Had this delivered by ubereats tonight - wow!! Probably the best poke bowl I've had! So fresh, no skimping on the fish or avocado, and affordable compared to some poke spots!! Will be stopping by frequently read more

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Debbie B.

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I truly LOVE Poke Lakes. Delicious seafood bowl with all my favorite toppings! Friendly staff. I highly recommend! Yum!

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Maria M.

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There is a new Poke Bros location in Huntersville. It's near FedEx behind Starbucks at Rosedale. This place is amazing! It's very bright and clean. The service was awesome. Their selection to create your own poke' bowl was impressive. Ingredients were all fresh, portions were generous and the prices were extremely reasonable. I cannot say enough good things about this restaurant and location. It was brilliant to put it at exit 23. There is nothing that compares to this in quality and price without traveling a distance. I want everyone to know about the new location. They also do take out! read more

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Very good! Ingredients were fresh and they were very generous! Very friendly and helpful too. read more

Poke Lakes - Build your own and #8). Ocean View- Mix Bowl - Poke Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

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JP L.

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So glad a build your own poke place found its way into the Lake Norman area!! If you like sushi you will definitely love a poke bowl. There are so many options to make your own bowl or try one of their own signature bowls, the sky is the limit!! If you're looking for a fresh alternative to the grease and fat filled fast food options that pepper the area, definitely give this place a try. I've already been a number of times and plan on making it a regular lunch or dinner spot because it's quick, easy and tastes amazing!! The team there are great and can answer any questions you might have if you're new to poke bowls. You can eat in the tropical themed interior or take out. Either way you're in for a great, fresh and healthy meal!! read more

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Erin S.

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We love Poke Bros and so it's no surprise that we LOVE Poke Lakes. I've been dying to have a good Poke place close by - and this is the perfect one. It's set up "subway" style (talk about being a first of our time ha). You can get a premade designed bowl that their staff has curated OR you can build your own. I always build my own with salad and rice mixed as my base. They have so many protein options including cooked protein if raw fish isn't your jam. It's full of flavor, fresh and perfect for fast casual/ to go. read more

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One of the best healthy but quick food options in the area. You can build your own or choose from some of their designed bowls, and the ingredients are high quality. Absolutely delicious. Just GO! read more

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Sarah H.

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Absolutely 5 stars! Excellent, great service, great portions! I am so excited I live close to Poke Lakes. read more

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Tawana S.

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Food is fresh, plentiful and very good. The place is clean too. Friendly staff! The prices and selections are good too!

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Joshua E.

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The Poke Lakes food very tasty love all the seafood they had very yummy staff very friendly and kind

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Jill C.

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Tried this place after a workout next door and wow....best chicken salad I have ever had. I built my own, lots of options and all very fresh. They weren't stingy with ingredients either. I will be back again for sure! read more

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Ricky B.

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Was good when they first opened.. now everything just tastes slimy and not fresh. There is better options at fresh market that is made fresh daily in the same parking lot! This place does have a nice staff just the quality of fish isn't there for the price. read more

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Lisa I.

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Excellent poke bowls, quick, healthy and filling. The staff provided service with a smile! We'll definitely be back! Thank you so much.

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Mary F.

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So excited to try this new place in Cornelius. Conveniently located on Torrence Chapel Road (near Fresh Market) where many new businesses are popping up. I had the Maui mix, a combination of marinated tuna, edamame, avocado, corn etc. It was a generous amount and so so fresh. My husband had the molokai, a mixture of spicy salmon, spicy tuna, edamame, etc. It had a little "bite"/spice, but very delicious. My only complaint (just a personal preference) is that it's a Pepsi rather than coke soft drink option. The restaurant is clean and very attractive, and the staff friendly and accommodating. I highly recommend for eating in, or take out. There is also a "frequent buyers' card" for incentive. read more

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Raymond E.

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Same Owners As Poke Bros In Mooresville From What I Understand. Absolutely Fantastic Poke Bowls With Option To Build Your Own! Plus, All Of The Ingredients Taste So Fresh! You Get Your Money's Worth Too And The Staff Are Very Friendly! Highly Recommend! read more

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Ron H.

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Really nice to see a Poke joint in this area. The restaurant is owned by the same management as those running Poke Bros in Mooresville so the menu is the same. Food overall is good and service was also good given they just opened this location. read more

Poke Lakes - #4 on the menu - Poke Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

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Rob E.

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If you love fresh poke this is your place. Excellent service, large portions,fresh ingredients and very clean inside. You can build your own Poke bowl which is what I do or you can order specialty bowls from the menu . No waiters just order at the counter and eat there or take out. This is a new location from the same owners of Poke Bros located in Morrisville. Highly recommended!! read more

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Ashley R.

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I was traveling through the area and was craving poke. This place was amazing! The fish was fresh, veggie, and fruit was ripe. Customer service was spot on. Highly recommend! read more

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The absolute best poke bowl i ever had- the selection, cleanliness and staff are the best- definitely will be back- plus they have bubble tea and mochi ice cream- read more

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Hatsuho C.

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All the employees were very friendly and the food was yummy! All the ingredients were fresh. The restaurant and bathrooms were new and clean. It was the perfect pit stop for our family. read more

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Christine S.

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Fantastic Poke. Fresh and the owner is so nice! Be sure to check it out. You won't be disappointed!

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Matthew W.

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The food was fresh and delicious! We were pleasantly surprised. Will definitely be going back

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Amber L.

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Food was fantastic! Great portions. Very clean environment. Staff very friendly. This will definitely be our Poke spot.

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C J.

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Excellent! All the ingredients looked great including the proteins, all fresh! Big selection, many unique item. Absolutely spotless inside and out, well lit. Format just like CAVA or Chipotle but WAY better! Poke Lakes will in our regular restaurant rotation. read more

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Becky W.

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Had a great bowl last week with rice, salmon, veggies and great tasting sauces. Will be back!

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Steve B.

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I've been here four times since the place opened, and the bowls have been great every time. Fresh food, great taste, clean restaurant, quick service, zero complaints. read more

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More info about Poke Lakes

20601 Torrence Chapel Rd
Unit 5b
Cornelius, NC 28031
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(704) 237-4112
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Hours

What time does Poke Lakes open?

Poke Lakes opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Poke Lakes close?

Poke Lakes closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Poke Lakes take credit cards?

Yes, Poke Lakes takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Poke Lakes serve alcohol?

Yes, Poke Lakes serves alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Poke Lakes allow dogs?

Yes, Poke Lakes allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Poke Lakes have parking?

Yes, Poke Lakes has parking options. Validated Parking

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Does Poke Lakes have free WiFi?

Yes, Poke Lakes has free WiFi.

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"Poke Lakes is a Hawaiian style seafood bowl restaurant, featuring fresh fish, vegetables, fruits, sauces, and a variety of ingredients to make whatever style of poke bowl you want. We are the premier poke bowl restaurant in the Cornelius area, come find out why people love our seafood bowls."

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4.6(164 reviews)

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For being in the middle of North Carolina this place has really fresh fish! I'm from Seattle near…read morethe water and was really impressed by the salmon! This place is a poke gem to Mooresville

Damn, that was good!…read more The first thing about this place that stands out is that it's literally the best-smelling restaurant in Mooresville. And that's a lot of restaurants. I knew once it smelled good that it would taste good. Right. Anyway... Eating this was interesting because each bite kept getting better and I didn't want to stop. The only mistake I made was the wonton noodles. They were very good but they really just got in the way of the fresh ingredients, which were cold-yet-cooked grilled chicken, cucumbers, shredded carrots, mixed greens, white rice, and a mix of soy sauce and a soy base. When I left here, the freshness of this meal invigorated me. Another big plus is the friendliness of the staff. I can assure you that this is not the case for all restaurants in Mooresville. I would say half are genuinely friendly, 25% are faking it, and 25% are rude or just have no personality. The staff here is genuinely friendly, polite, patient, and happy to help. I highly recommend Poke Bros! I know there is more than one location so I can't speak for the others because I haven't been to them, but if you live in Mooresville, the other locations don't matter much and this one should be on your to-do list!

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4.2(21 reviews)

5.5 mi

Poke Bros. hasn't let me down yet. I love ordering form them on Doordash when I'm too busy to cook…read more I feel better eating this than like a burger and fries lol. It's always fresh and flavorful though. I got my usual order: The Duke and some dumplings. It's always really good and very filling. This order lasted me for two meals, so that makes it even better. Really great food!

First time eating here and got the spicy tuna bowl. It was delicious! The man behind the counter…read morewas so kind and helpful. Food tasted very fresh. Would definitely come back.

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Katana Kitchen

4.6(186 reviews)

21.7 mi

It seems to have really good food. They're always really busy…read more Sometimes the younger of a wasted her feeling the food orders instead of just standing there talking to everybody else that works there maybe they could go ahead and get the straws, the napkins the drinks that's gonna be taken out. Maybe they could go ahead and get them ready instead just stand on there talking to everybody else.

The food was really good, served hot and made to order. Staff are friendly, area is clean…read more Addendum: all of the prices are higher than even their own website shows. Lost a star for "bait and switch."

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Island Fin Poké Company

3.9(59 reviews)

22.9 mi•Steele Creek

Island Fin Poké Company made a quiet but flavorful impression on our recent visit. Mrs. K. and I…read morewere the only customers, which gave the experience a relaxed, almost private feel. A friendly young woman greeted us and prepared our bowls with care, walking us down the options without rushing. Mrs. K. chose a rice base topped with a sweet and spicy sauce that struck a lovely balance. I went with greens and a spicy avocado sauce that added just the right kick without overwhelming the freshness of the ingredients. Both bowls were vibrant, well-portioned, and reasonably priced at $14, though there is a $2 upcharge for surimi and for masago, which is worth noting if you're customizing your bowl with extras. The restaurant itself was spotless. The assembly line looked well maintained, with ingredients neatly arranged and everything moving smoothly. It's a small detail, but it speaks to the pride they take in their setup and the consistency they aim to deliver. As a pescatarian, Mrs. K. has a soft spot for poke, and this spot hit the mark. I have no doubt we'll be back--probably sooner than later. [Review 1312 of 2025 - 4446 in North Carolina - 24864 overall]

After looking for something different to try for lunch I came across Island fin poke as a good…read moreoption. They had a variety of combinations and selections. I decided to go with 3 the different protein which sounded like a lot. Put once she got to scooping my options it wasn't much. Everything looked fresh and tasty that was in the display for you to choose. The lady who helped us knew the products and answered all my questions. The picnic tables were a little dirty so we decide to eat at the tables closer to the window. My bowl was good and very light. I was extremely hungry after eating it. I think the protein size should have been a little bit more for the price. If you look for a light light option here you got. It was OK.

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Poke Star

4.7(94 reviews)

51.1 mi

I absolutely love this place! food is always fresh, delicious, and quick! The service is always…read morewonderful. There are many options when choosing your bowl and it's very easy to customize.

I first tried this spot a couple of years ago when I moved here, and recently my husband ordered it…read moreagain on Uber Eats--it was so good I had to come back in person. Everything today was super fresh. I went with a mix of tuna, spicy tuna, and marinated tuna with gochujang, and every bite was on point. The rice was perfectly sticky, the toppings were crisp, and you can really tell the ingredients are high quality. I did a half-and-half base and added extra protein, and honestly, for about $20 with tip, it felt like a great deal. I used to pay closer to $30 for something similar back in Nashville, so this is definitely a win. Safe to say this is going into my regular rotation.

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4.3(101 reviews)

55.0 mi•West End

Wa didn't know what to expect but were hopeful and this place far exceeded everything. Great,…read morefriendly service and a chill vibe with plenty of tables. This is a counter service restaurant but they do bring your food out to you. Firstly any place that serves ramen and burgers gets two thumbs up from me and the hubby; we both can eat our favorites! I ordered a single cheeseburger. Straightforward burger that tastes like a burger. Yes! Nothing worse than a burger that is trying to do too much. The onion rings were outstanding! We also ordered the pork belly cheese fries which were loaded with pork belly..no stinginess there and the kickin' sauce was good! The hubby ordered the street style yakimen which was not only beautiful but super filling. He loved the flavors and already is planning a return visit to try the poke bowls. A definite gem in the West End!

I came here for the first time for lunch. I never went to it before when it was a poke-only place,…read moreso I was interested to try the new place out. They had more on the menu than I expected, from smash burgers, to buttermilk fried chicken to, obviously, poke bowls. I built my own bowl, and was very happy with the result. Everything tasted fresh and very flavorful. My only small gripe was that I could tell the pineapple was not fresh and obviously canned. The jalapenos were fresh sliced and added a bit of heat, which is perfect. I feel like this is one of those places I could come back multiple times and get different combinations of things in the menu.

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Great staff, ultra clean floors, counters, corners, everywhere....super fresh food, crisp veggies,…read moreand reasonable pricing.

Poke Bowl in Fort Mill is hands down one of my favorite places to eat. The husband and wife (or…read moremaybe sister and brother?) team that runs the place are incredibly nice and friendly. Their warmth makes every visit a joy. The food here is consistently fresh and delicious. They give generous portions, ensuring you always leave satisfied. What truly sets them apart is their amazing memory--they always remember our names and greet us like old friends each time we come in. It's this personal touch that makes Poke Bowl not just a meal, but an experience. Highly recommended!

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The best poke bowls around! So fresh and he is so friendly! I have tried a bunch of poke places and…read morenot many compare to this!

Besides having the freshest fish for a poke bowl. The sides are amazing. I order the Kani salad and…read moreKimchi all the time. Both are made in house and the best!

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4.7(235 reviews)

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Super good! Just ordered it for the first time yesterday. Would get again, and the portions are…read morepretty big. They were pretty quick with making my order so service was great. A tiny bit pricy but I think it's worth. Also wished there was more sauce options!

I have ordered food from here on various delivery platforms, but this was my first time dining in…read more I love this place. Not only is the food delicious, but it's a healthy option versus a lot of what is out there. Sometimes you just want something that feels good and tastes good. I've seen several one star reviews on here mentioning wishing they had hot food or disliking sushi. To them, I ask, why are you eating at a poke place? If you don't like the entire menu/concept of a restaurant, don't leave a one star review to bring their average down when if just because of your taste in food. By the way, the KF Beef Bowl is a hot dish and they offer miso soup as a side. My mom and I came here for my birthday lunch and both got a build your own bowl. My mom has a lot of food intolerances and was able to safely eat here and enjoy her meal. We both got the passion fruit tea, and it has real passion fruit in it. Everything was delicious, and furthermore, everything is consistent. I have never had a bad dish from this place. The ambiance is chill and calm, which I appreciate. The service is kind and helpful. If you're not a sushi hater, I recommend trying this place. You won't regret it!