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I first tried this spot a couple of years ago when I moved here, and recently my husband ordered it again 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.
I'm so happy to find this place. My spicy salmon was fresh, and I loved all the toppings that you can choose from. I picked the ponzu sauce with coconut ginger sauce and did a half salad, half rice poke bowl, and now I need to come back here every other week. The quality was so good, and the staff was very friendly.
I started ozempic, you guys! As a result, my food desire is seriously wonky. But I've been craving fresh and nourishing things (imagine) and so I came here to poke star for a nice lunch. Slightly pricey, made so because I can't resist the upcharge add ons of crab stick and masago, my bowl came to $16 but wow it was a chonker! Packed over the brim, this was enough to be my sole meal for the day. Definitely the best poke bowl I have had here in town, all of the ingredients crisp and fresh!
I'm not the biggest fan of the BYO food bowl insanity, but every once in a while, I like a poke bowl, so I popped in here to try them out after reading a number of very positive reviews. The bowl madness started about 10 years ago with the arrival of the poke bowl from Hawaii, and the fad just grows and grows, and now seems like food bowls will be a permanent part of US culinary offerings. I filled out the BYO Poke order form, choosing Half and Half protein - Ahi Tuna and Shrimp. I chose a base of White Rice, then adding cucumber, edamame , carrots, sweet onion, green onion, jalapeños, and pineapple! My sauce choices were ponzu and sriracha aioli. I topped this mixture with crispy onion and tempura flakes. Cost was $13.50, service was quick and efficient. They did add a $1 adm charge, for using a CC, I assume! This was a very, very good meal. The Ahi was tasty, fresh and clean, if a bit mild. The shrimp followed that same course. The ingredients were excellent, especially the edamame, sweet onion, carrots, and the pineapple was a real star.The toppings of crispy onion and tempura played their roles well also. The sauces were tasty but lacked any real depth of flavor or spiciness. At home, I mixed a very good quality soy sauce with an equally good quality hot sauce, and l was very happy with the result. Even though the protein amounts were on the skimpy side as were the sauce amount for take out, this was a very nice bowl, one I will repeat in much the same form. I thought this bowl was far superior is all respects to the Mediterranean themed spits in the area. Ambiance - 4.5 Food - 5 Service - 5 Value - 4.5
First time at Poke Star today and I enjoyed my bowl. Its definitely a good option in Winston-Salem. I'm all about the sauces. I tried the Sriracha Aioli and the coconut ginger. I loved both and together they tasted great. I did the build your own with 2 portions of salmon. The staff was nice. Helpful and the restaurant was quiet and looked clean. I will definitely be back and I would recommend this place in Winston-Salem.
Had a need for a poke bowl and I love that I can add whatever toppings I like. I always do the build your own so it's just the way I like it. So fresh and always delicious. Cannot recommend this spot enough.
Still a nice choice for a meal, I think. The process of ordering is still simple, whether one uses the checklist or verbally picks the items they'd like to see placed in their bowl. I feel like the amount of protein included in each bowl has shrunk, though I've learned to add tofu (at no cost) as a way of enriching the bulk of the meal. The beverage options remain limited. Only one of the restrooms is available to the public now, though one is probably enough as I never see many patrons in here at once. The takeout side of their business seems as strong if not stronger than their dine-in numbers.
I was curious when I found a poke spot in Winston how authentic/fresh it would be given they advertise themselves as Hawaiian. First things first is the service. Although I was timid, I was kindly and brightly greeted by two workers who seem like could be the owners too! They could tell it was my first time there and guided me through their options and ingredients! I can tell there are lots of regulars there who come instantly and leave with their take out so I knew it had to be good. I got a "make your own" bowl with spicy salmon and an array of veggies and tofu for $16! The portion was huge in my opinion! You're definitely getting a good amount for your money. I do agree with the other reviews that I wish it came with a few more pieces of the raw fish since that's what makes a poke bowl but that's all. Flavor was there sauces were great, fish tasted fresh! The decor is very clean and well kept. I ate half of my bowl and was able to have the other half as a snack after lunch. I definitely recommend if you're craving a healthy and refreshing meal!
Allow me to add more stars to the numerous Poke Star's already being accumulated, there is definitely a reason this place is a hit! Delicious fresh fish topped in a variety of ways to suit your tastes, including a variety of sauces to tweak things in whatever direction you want. An excellent place to go if you are craving something healthy in that sushi realm but maybe don't need the craftsmanship of a maki roll, or are maybe looking to save a little money. Another thing, to say they are going above and beyond to keep things clean and safe for COVID-19 is an understatement. The kitchen has been converted into a veritable containment grid, straight out of E.T. Which definitely cuts down on the comfort of the restaurant, but in these times, the health precautions are so appreciated. My bowl came with a nice portion of rice, greens, pineapple, crunch, and of course a mix of fresh fish. I was quite pleased. If I have one negative, it is the scant drink selection, including tea that is not fresh brewed. Not why you are coming her anyway, but, would be nice to sit down with a brewed tea while enjoying my bowl if eating in. Thanks for everything you do!
Oh wow. My husband and I agree that this is the best poke we've had in the mainland US. After visiting Hawaii and living off poke bowls for the duration of our stay, we became pretty picky. Nonetheless, we saw the good reviews for Poke Star and decided to give it a go. We were blown away! The portion size is excellent. The fish is fresh and tender. Plus, they have an abundance of good toppings. We got the Volcano Bowl, added wasabi Mayo, and added the crunchy onions. It was so good. We will definitely be back. This is a great place to get takeout but you can also sit indoors. We opted to take our food to a brewery!
Such a fresh and tasty poke bowl! Passing through town after a wedding. Had to grab a bowl to go! I did a build your own and it was fantastic. I know for future reference to ask for extra massage and seaweed. But everything was clean, fresh, Covid friendly, and amazing. My husband wasn't even hungry and he helped me with a few bites. It was a very generous portion and I even had to throw out a couple of bites ... but was so sad to do it!! If only I hadn't had the chai earlier and could fit a little more in my tummy. Super easy ordering process for building your own. Mark it out on the paper and hand it over. Will be back!
Delicious! I loved my poke bowl. I got salmon with an extra protein serving of spicy tuna. The amount of fish was not as much as I thought it would be so if you love sushi fish definitely get the extra protein. You might want to ask for extra sauce too. The spicy tuna was good and had a kick. It wasn't mayo based, it was gochujang. Delicious. The bowl itself was a lot of food. Everything was fresh. I ordered pineapple in mine but it didn't come with it. That's ok. I didn't actually miss it. The staff member was friendly and the place looked clean. I didn't stay because got my order to go. Would go again!
Honestly its been a while since I have eaten poke. This was an excellent choice for a return back to it. It is easy to see from the street but the entrance to park is from behind and you can use the Longhorn Steak entrance to get to the front. Once inside it is a nonsense restaurant, poke bar on the left and seating on the right. If you have had poke it is the same concept as a Subway sandwich place. You pick the base of the bowl (rice, salad...mixed), move onto the other we other choices of what tops it, like onions, cucumber, carrots or more specific but some cost extra. Then protein for me I got spicy salmon and then topped with a tasty sauce. In a few minutes you are finished and sitting to eat this delicious bowl that you designed. Good stuff for sure. read more
11 days ago
I am not a regular at Poke Star but I might need to be after this visit. Honestly, I don't like cold meals until the weather is warm. Today was in the upper 70's so Poke Star was the perfect choice. They have some signature bowls and my husband always gets the Volcano Bowl. I like to make my own combo of ingredients. Just fill out the order sheet provided with all the things you want and hand it to the worker who will build it. Today I chose a lettuce base, marinated tuna, some onions, carrots, cucumber, pineapple and then topped with wasabi sauce and sweet soy. For crunch I added tempura and wonton strips. The service there is always fast and friendly. They never take long to make each bowl so if you're in a hurry this is a great place to stop that's going to faster than any drive thru in town. I was eating in today so I chose one of the high tables. My husband was joining me with his Volcano Bowl, and we also got a fountain drink. I'm not sure what type of lettuce mix they use but it was the freshest and crunchiest I've ever had. I get salads at other build your own type places, but they are never this cold and crisp. Highly recommend getting it here if you are usually a rice base type person. Dining room is spotless as always. I can always find a clean table to sit and the beverage area is also kept spotless every time I've been in. Poke Star has been in this location for quite a few years unlike other places that come and go so you know they are doing something right. read more
7 months ago
I first tried this spot a couple of years ago when I moved here, and recently my husband ordered it again 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. read more
I'm so happy to find this place. My spicy salmon was fresh, and I loved all the toppings that you can choose from. I picked the ponzu sauce with coconut ginger sauce and did a half salad, half rice poke bowl, and now I need to come back here every other week. The quality was so good, and the staff was very friendly. read more
I started ozempic, you guys! As a result, my food desire is seriously wonky. But I've been craving fresh and nourishing things (imagine) and so I came here to poke star for a nice lunch. Slightly pricey, made so because I can't resist the upcharge add ons of crab stick and masago, my bowl came to $16 but wow it was a chonker! Packed over the brim, this was enough to be my sole meal for the day. Definitely the best poke bowl I have had here in town, all of the ingredients crisp and fresh! read more
I'm not the biggest fan of the BYO food bowl insanity, but every once in a while, I like a poke bowl, so I popped in here to try them out after reading a number of very positive reviews. The bowl madness started about 10 years ago with the arrival of the poke bowl from Hawaii, and the fad just grows and grows, and now seems like food bowls will be a permanent part of US culinary offerings. I filled out the BYO Poke order form, choosing Half and Half protein - Ahi Tuna and Shrimp. I chose a base of White Rice, then adding cucumber, edamame , carrots, sweet onion, green onion, jalapeños, and pineapple! My sauce choices were ponzu and sriracha aioli. I topped this mixture with crispy onion and tempura flakes. Cost was $13.50, service was quick and efficient. They did add a $1 adm charge, for using a CC, I assume! This was a very, very good meal. The Ahi was tasty, fresh and clean, if a bit mild. The shrimp followed that same course. The ingredients were excellent, especially the edamame, sweet onion, carrots, and the pineapple was a real star.The toppings of crispy onion and tempura played their roles well also. The sauces were tasty but lacked any real depth of flavor or spiciness. At home, I mixed a very good quality soy sauce with an equally good quality hot sauce, and l was very happy with the result. Even though the protein amounts were on the skimpy side as were the sauce amount for take out, this was a very nice bowl, one I will repeat in much the same form. I thought this bowl was far superior is all respects to the Mediterranean themed spits in the area. Ambiance - 4.5 Food - 5 Service - 5 Value - 4.5 read more
1 year ago
First time at Poke Star today and I enjoyed my bowl. Its definitely a good option in Winston-Salem. I'm all about the sauces. I tried the Sriracha Aioli and the coconut ginger. I loved both and together they tasted great. I did the build your own with 2 portions of salmon. The staff was nice. Helpful and the restaurant was quiet and looked clean. I will definitely be back and I would recommend this place in Winston-Salem. read more
1 year ago
Had a need for a poke bowl and I love that I can add whatever toppings I like. I always do the build your own so it's just the way I like it. So fresh and always delicious. Cannot recommend this spot enough. read more
6 months ago
8 months ago
I absolutely love this place! food is always fresh, delicious, and quick! The service is always wonderful. There are many options when choosing your bowl and it's very easy to customize. read more
Still a nice choice for a meal, I think. The process of ordering is still simple, whether one uses the checklist or verbally picks the items they'd like to see placed in their bowl. I feel like the amount of protein included in each bowl has shrunk, though I've learned to add tofu (at no cost) as a way of enriching the bulk of the meal. The beverage options remain limited. Only one of the restrooms is available to the public now, though one is probably enough as I never see many patrons in here at once. The takeout side of their business seems as strong if not stronger than their dine-in numbers. read more
3 years ago
I was curious when I found a poke spot in Winston how authentic/fresh it would be given they advertise themselves as Hawaiian. First things first is the service. Although I was timid, I was kindly and brightly greeted by two workers who seem like could be the owners too! They could tell it was my first time there and guided me through their options and ingredients! I can tell there are lots of regulars there who come instantly and leave with their take out so I knew it had to be good. I got a "make your own" bowl with spicy salmon and an array of veggies and tofu for $16! The portion was huge in my opinion! You're definitely getting a good amount for your money. I do agree with the other reviews that I wish it came with a few more pieces of the raw fish since that's what makes a poke bowl but that's all. Flavor was there sauces were great, fish tasted fresh! The decor is very clean and well kept. I ate half of my bowl and was able to have the other half as a snack after lunch. I definitely recommend if you're craving a healthy and refreshing meal! read more
2 years ago
Allow me to add more stars to the numerous Poke Star's already being accumulated, there is definitely a reason this place is a hit! Delicious fresh fish topped in a variety of ways to suit your tastes, including a variety of sauces to tweak things in whatever direction you want. An excellent place to go if you are craving something healthy in that sushi realm but maybe don't need the craftsmanship of a maki roll, or are maybe looking to save a little money. Another thing, to say they are going above and beyond to keep things clean and safe for COVID-19 is an understatement. The kitchen has been converted into a veritable containment grid, straight out of E.T. Which definitely cuts down on the comfort of the restaurant, but in these times, the health precautions are so appreciated. My bowl came with a nice portion of rice, greens, pineapple, crunch, and of course a mix of fresh fish. I was quite pleased. If I have one negative, it is the scant drink selection, including tea that is not fresh brewed. Not why you are coming her anyway, but, would be nice to sit down with a brewed tea while enjoying my bowl if eating in. Thanks for everything you do! read more
11 months ago
Oh wow. My husband and I agree that this is the best poke we've had in the mainland US. After visiting Hawaii and living off poke bowls for the duration of our stay, we became pretty picky. Nonetheless, we saw the good reviews for Poke Star and decided to give it a go. We were blown away! The portion size is excellent. The fish is fresh and tender. Plus, they have an abundance of good toppings. We got the Volcano Bowl, added wasabi Mayo, and added the crunchy onions. It was so good. We will definitely be back. This is a great place to get takeout but you can also sit indoors. We opted to take our food to a brewery! read more
1 year ago
4 years ago
Such a fresh and tasty poke bowl! Passing through town after a wedding. Had to grab a bowl to go! I did a build your own and it was fantastic. I know for future reference to ask for extra massage and seaweed. But everything was clean, fresh, Covid friendly, and amazing. My husband wasn't even hungry and he helped me with a few bites. It was a very generous portion and I even had to throw out a couple of bites ... but was so sad to do it!! If only I hadn't had the chai earlier and could fit a little more in my tummy. Super easy ordering process for building your own. Mark it out on the paper and hand it over. Will be back! read more
Delicious! I loved my poke bowl. I got salmon with an extra protein serving of spicy tuna. The amount of fish was not as much as I thought it would be so if you love sushi fish definitely get the extra protein. You might want to ask for extra sauce too. The spicy tuna was good and had a kick. It wasn't mayo based, it was gochujang. Delicious. The bowl itself was a lot of food. Everything was fresh. I ordered pineapple in mine but it didn't come with it. That's ok. I didn't actually miss it. The staff member was friendly and the place looked clean. I didn't stay because got my order to go. Would go again! read more
I was very impressed with their covid safety protocols. They really go above and beyond to keep you and their employees safe. I had a poke bowl with raw tuna. It was delicious.. They do a great job of not letting one ingredient dominate the bowl. I would like to go back and try their salmon poke bowl. read more
1 year ago
Best poke in town in my opinion. And I've tried them all!! The portions are large (they don't skimp on the extras you pay for) and the staff is always so nice. Their fish has always been fresh every time I've gone and I've gotten to where I crave these bowls pretty often. Avocado at other places can get a little old and brown but Poke Star always has fresh, ripe avocado! My favorite thing to do is build my own bowl with seaweed salad, crab, masago and I always get half spicy tuna and half spicy salmon! Be sure to add on OG sauce and Sriracha aioli! THE BEST!!! read more
5 years ago
We almost went to Umi and decided to save some money and try Poke Star. If I didn't live 20 mins away, we might eat it again tonight!!!! This is the best tasting poke bowl I have ever had. Ingredients are fresh, the place is very clean, and the service was great. I opted for Spicy Tuna with Brown Rice, Cucumber, Jalapeños, Avocado, Edamame, Tempura Flakes, Sesame Seeds, Ponzu, and Wasabi Aioli. It was incredible!!! If you haven't tried this place, make a trip. read more
5 years ago
Wanted to try this place for a while. Had lunch on a Friday afternoon and it didn't disappoint. The bowls were excellent. Yep, I had to taste my lunch partner's bowl. We had the Pacific Bowl and the Hawaiian Bowl. The fish and vegetables are so fresh. I can't wait to go back. If you like Poke you got to try them. It can be a bit hard to find at first. Just look for the name on the building. read more
2 years ago
7 years ago
Been waiting for the place to open for a while and it did not disappoint. Clever concept, set up like a chipotle, but with Poke bowl ingredients. We did a build your own bowl, but they have several signature bowls to choose from. We got a half & half with salad and white rice, chicken, cucumber, carrots, edamame, ginger, avocado and tempura flakes. We couldn't decide on a sauce is we got their OG sauce and sriracha aioli on the side because we couldn't decide what we wanted. Sriracha aioli has a little kick, but not too spicy. Ended up using both sauces and they actually went well together. Perfect lunch size portions. They also give you a loyalty card and after 10 stamps you get a free bowl. *only request would be to have knives for the salad. read more
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This new spot located across from Petsmart brings a new concept to town. Poke bowls are the latest fad and boy is it a great one. It's basically sushi in a bowl. For someone like me who loves sushi but new Ed's to cut down on the rice, this is perfect. You get your bowl with a base choice of brown or white rice or spring salad! Their are 6 bowls on the menu or you can great your own. You can get raw fish in them or get chicken and shrimp. There spicy Kani crab salad is to die for, shredded crab meat with cucumber, siracha and White it's say use e topped with tempura crumbs and place on a bed of spring salad......Love it. Definitely recommend this place read more
It's so cute reading the reviews on here about Poke Star and people are just so amazed and thinking how clever a concept that Poke Star has - which yes it is brilliant, but literally a concept that every poke bowl place ever has. The Triad is truly so behind on the food culture, diversity, and fads. Anyways, what caught my eye coming in was the 100 rating on the inspection grade. This makes me feel safe, especially since raw fish is like a main part of this whole restaurant. Now, if you've been to a poke bowl restaurant - it is basically the same everywhere. And this place does not disappoint and meets the standards of poke bowl restaurants. Numerous toppings, good selection for the protein, and they even have mochi icecream. No complaints here. Great selection, fresh fish, and a good health inspection grade. What more could you want from a deconstructed sushi bowl? read more
7 years ago
Aside from the birth of my child, Poke Star has been the best thing to happen in my life in the 10 years I've been in Winston-Salem. Sad? Maybe, but I no longer have to waste money on our area's mind-numbingly underwhelming sushi places to satisfy my raw salmon cravings. The fish here is fresh and firm (The spicy salmon! Yum!), and the seaweed salad, though sadly costs extra, has great flavor and crunch. The portion is quite generous, the service always friendly, and you can't beat Poke Star's 100 health inspection score! Sure, there are better poke bowls out there but those are a few hours' drive away. But if you're looking for a sushi-type meal that makes you feel good about your life choices, this is it. I do hope though that they'll switch to biodegradable bowls someday. I'm not embarrassed to admit I have been here 5 times in 1.5 weeks. Thankfully you get a punch card that entitles you to a free bowl after your 10th! read more
7 years ago
5 Poke Stars! So happy to finally have a poke restaurant in Winston-Salem. You can get one of the signature bowls or create your own. Don't forget to get a stamp card. I got the Pacific Bowl, which comes with salmon, cucumber, avocado, edamame, masago and OG sauce. OG sauce is a combination of soy sauce, honey ginger, and sesame oil but it mostly tastes like soy sauce. I got the sriracha aioli on the side and I added some toppings on top too. The fish is fresh and I like how this bowl comes with avocado and masago, which you normally would have to pay extra for. I do wish they gave more food and that they mix the sauce with the fish and other ingredients separately before putting it on the rice/salad, like they do at other poke places. But can't complain too much, they're the only poke place in town. read more
3 years ago
I ordered this for delivery but just the food was $21. This was lettuce based. I would say this is a rip off read more
7 years ago
Bamm! A new delicious place in Winston Salem has arrived. Several of us selected the Volcano Bowl with some minor variations. Everything was very fresh and the staff were very helpful and offered great selections on how you can modify your selection or make your own bowl. The bowl was packed with food and flavor. The restaurant is very clean. I look forward to returning. read more
3 years ago
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