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7 months ago

Two things stand out with this little poke place. It's inexpensive and they have a great variety of food options. I only ever come here for poke, but they have a lot of other foods you can try. My review here though is just for the poke bowls. I love make-your-own poke bowls. So many varieties of flavors. They have a really fantastic variety of proteins, sauces and toppings. Their fish always tastes pretty fresh, and I love putting some unagi or seared fish on my bowls. Their sauces are good. I like to use their house spicy sauce. My other favorite thing here is to get marinated eggs on my bowl, which typically feels like more of a ramen thing, but it works here. Their service is always pleasant and they give good portions of food. The place doesn't have a lot of seating and it's small, but I typically just make a bowl and bring it back to work. read more

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Ryan R.

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9 months ago

Sorry my photo was taken after I'd already started eating, but I wanted to show how their salmon and scallop aren't pre-marinated like most poke places I've tried. I got a half salad, half brown rice base with toppings like corn, carrot, green onion, edamame, house kimchi, and cucumber. The house mild sauce was just okay. Overall, the poke bowl was fairly average. Seating is limited with rows of seats along the walls, and they only accept cash for orders under $20. The employees were friendly, and the price for a small was affordable. read more

Pokebola - Half eaten Poke Bowl - Small with salmon and scallops hehe - Poke Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Gabrielle G.

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7 months ago

Delicious and extremely affordable poke right at the intersection of Van Ness and Market streets. This is a mainly to go spot with limited communal seating. They have tons of protein options, including seared fish options for your poke. I got a medium bowl because it came with 3 scoops of fish, which was a decent amount. I chose salmon, ahi tuna, spicy tuna, half brown and white rice but a smaller amount as I was watching my calories. I chose two sauces, green onions, kimchi (I adore good kimchi), and crispy garlic. The fish was heavenly. The salmon was like butter, it just melted with eat bite, and everything tasted fresh. The brown rice had a really nice and nutty flavor and I actually liked it better than the white rice. The kimchi was good, but it was a tad bit sweeter than I am used to, so I wonder if it was made by the restaurant rather than store bought or commercially made. I really enjoyed this poke bowl and I enjoyed the price of $16 bucks and change for a filling medium sized bowl. This is much cheaper and more affordable than I've seen at other poke places around the Bay Area. This is a great spot to get poke to go and take home or have for lunch at work. They also have cooked items like various soups and rice plates. I will be checking this place out again. I definitely recommend checking it out for delicious, affordable poke. The staff were super helpful and were very kind when I told them how good the food was. read more

Pokebola - Medium choose your own proteins bowl, with spicy tuna, ahi tuna, salmon, kimchi, brown & white rice. - Poke Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Lisa P.

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10 months ago

Had a random craving for some poke and Pokebola did the trick! I had Spicy Tuna and Salmon with Brown Rice, Greens and most of the free toppings! Was definitely fresh and a quick place to grab a poke bowl. It's literally off Van Ness so good luck with street parking! You're better off walking there if you can. read more

Pokebola - Spicy Tuna & Salmon with all the Veggies! - Poke Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Anika B.

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3 months ago

They refused to serve me at 845 bc they were closing at 9. Not good customer service.

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Lauren S.

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Needed a lowkey hotel room lunch for delivery, and Pokebola came up for being nearby. Decided to give them a try because it had been TOO long since I had poké and the reviews were solid. Happy to report it was a good choice! I got a medium build your own bowl with avocado, seaweed salad, cucumber, edamame, spicy aioli, spicy crab, and spicy tuna on top of white rice. My order took a little longer than quoted but my delivery person reached out and let me know they were slammed so it wasn't an issue. Once I did get it, it took me about two seconds to dig in. SO good and not a complaint in sight! Everything tasted incredibly fresh, and portions were incredibly generous. The spiciness on the aioli, crab, and tuna were perfection. I probably could've settled for a small because I wasn't able to finish the entire bowl (normally I can). Definitely recommend if you're nearby and I'd seek them out again when in SF! read more

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Pokebola has been a go-to lunch spot for me, but it has its ups and downs. On a positive note, the poke bowls are often good, with the fish usually tasting fresh. However, there have been times when the fish seemed a bit freezer-burned, which was disappointing. The portion size depending on who is working can skew more towards rice, and sometimes overshadow the fish and toppings. The prices have climbed noticeably over the last few years, which might not be ideal if you're keeping an eye on your budget. On the service front, the staff is generally friendly and quick to serve, though it's important to plan your visit, as they sometimes close early, which can catch you off-guard. The ambiance is simple and straightforward. While the restaurant is clean and well-lit, the neighborhood can be a bit unpredictable, with the occasional incident of someone casually taking pastries or other items. Despite this, the spot remains a decent choice for a quick meal, with enough seating for a brief stop. Overall, Pokebola offers a convenient poke experience without too much fanfare. While not the best I've had, it does the job when I'm craving poke and don't want to wander too far. Just keep in mind the potential for a less-than-perfect meal or unexpected closures if you're planning a visit. edit: Recently also the unexpected closures (closes somewhere between 820-850) are frustrating read more

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David T.

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I com here weekly for a great quick and healthy lunch option! The staff is always super friendly and I'm amazed by their ability to read long order forms or take orders verbally and get everything right when there are so many options! Also love the hip-hop music usually playing. If you're looking for an order recommendation, my go-to is a large with half brown rice and half mixed greens, 2 scoops of salmon, 1 scoop of 1 tuna, and 1 scoop of shrimp with the house spicy sauce + whatever toppings you like! read more

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Lin A.

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11 months ago

The food is fresh and there are many soys to choose. And there are not only raw fish but cooked food. Definitely would try more. read more

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Harris D.

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My favorite poke spot in SF. The spicy tuna is phenomenal. Topping selection is abundant. Rice was perfectly made, not too dry & not too wet. Couldn't ask for a better experience. read more

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Kelsey C.

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Oh my gosh this bowl was really really good! I got an ahi tuna and spicy tuna bowl for only 13.75 and it filled me up, I still have a little extra left. The service was good too, very friendly. The place was also very cozy and modern looking and was fun to be in. read more

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Diana S.

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Nobody I know comes here as a first choice. We come here for the reasonable prices and most of all, the location. It is super close to all the office buildings by Van Ness station and the prices are pretty good for the Poke world. It is very similar to Poke Bowl, which is the better of the two affordable poke restaurants in the city. The fish here is not the best quality and you'll see that the cuts of the fish is sometimes stringy and cut too close to the skin of the fish. The texture tastes very evidently frozen (a bit mushy) and they use A LOT of sauce which some may find makes their bowl soggy. I do commend them for their easy ordering (multiple apps to place your order ahead of time) and their customer service was quite friendly today. In the past there have been college aged students working there who just ignore you, but that seems to have improved. read more

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Jasmine M.

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I come here often because it's located next to the apartments. Compared to some other poke places, they are pricey. They charge for pineapple, avocado, tamago, and soft egg. I've gone to some poke places that includes crab mix in their bowls, but pokebola makes you choose it as a protein option. They lightly play pop music so it's not super loud. There's a table to the right of the door and some seating near the windows. Probably can fit max of 9-10 people. Seems more of a grab and go place. Honestly, I enjoyed my bowls last year (I always order in person). They were filled with lots of fish and seemed pretty fresh. Recently, the bowls have been subpar. Not enough fish is in my bowl. I had really fresh fish about a month ago, but my most recent one did not feel fresh. You can order your bowls like chipotle (pick your items on the spot) or fill out a piece of paper (I usually do this). read more

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Angela L.

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Overall, it was ok and will not be ordering again. Ordered the tuna poke bowl. There's not enough sauce to make it tasty, it is more like different components placed in a bowl without the sauce to act like the glue to tie it all together. Definitely had a tastier poke bowl nearby. read more

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Lauren D.

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I was looking for a healthy dinner option. The pics look so good and even when I got my own food it looked amazing. However, when I ate it, it really lacked flavor. I did the build your own bowl with everything I normally get at other places and it did not hit. The edamame was hard like it wasn't even cooked at all. read more

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Eva L.

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7 months ago

again....just mid. the only reason i'm updating is because i did go for the upcharge on unagi this time. you get two small chunks. :/

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Michelle K.

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This is a small to-go business. The service is kind of like a create-your-own poke bowl concept with other entree options as well! I got the poke bowl with salmon and seared salon, and it was delicious. It was a good price for the size, and there were so many free toppings to choose from! read more

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Denise C.

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Pokebola is pretty good and the prices are pretty good. I was on Van Ness to attend the opera tonight. I decided on the kani surimi crab bowl. It was nicely concocted with a sauce, sesame seeds, edamame, crab, pineapple, a slice of tomago. etc. They even have oshinko. My questions to the server: "Wasn't this the Subway before?" I don't know... She was reading from a piece of paper to know the recipe. The other lady said "we charge for a bag and extra takeout boxes were an extra charge.." ehhh The menu is interesting and not really overpriced for another Hawaiian rice bowl spot. I would go to Big Fish Little Fish at Westfield Union Square. Also, the store is named after "ebola" hahah after covid..Poke ebola..haha read more

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Annie L.

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The first time I came here, I tried their salmon bowl. It was overly salty, fish skins and all attached. I thought I'll give them a try again and find myself enjoying their burned end brisket bowl. I also want to try their shrimp tempura. Even though I don't eat raw seafood, there are plenty of cooked bowls to try. I love the different options of rice, sides and salads you can add to your bowl. I'll be back! read more

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Tim S.

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10 months ago

I've been coming here to pick up lunch for over a year. The food is always fresh and prices are fair for the quality you're getting. The staff are all friendly even as they try to fill all the orders they get during lunch time. A good spot to pick up a bite! read more

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John Z.

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Very clean dining environment and fresh food. One of the best poke in San Francisco. Price is reasonable. Service is good too. The only thing I don't like is they offer no tap water. read more

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Yarn Y.

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Another pretty standard poke place , nothing too exciting but pretty solid Compared to poke house , their small portion is about 70% percent in size but the price is also about 30% cheaper so that balances . They also don't give you the imitation crab salad scoop on the house like in poke house i was bummed to see that they didn't have the zucchini noodles base so i went with the kale salad base which was not bad at all. all the toppings are standard w the exception of the kimchi which was a great addition all together a descent place if you're ij the mood for poke read more

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Chris M.

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This is by far my favorite poke spot in the city. The fish is always fresh and tasty. Their portions are very tenors as well. I typically order from here at least twice a week. Both owners and their entire staff have always been welcoming and friendly to me. I would highly recommend Pokebola to anyone who's looking to eat delicious poke in SF. read more

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Cherylynn N.

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I know the whole poke bowl hype is soooo 2016. BUT, when the raw fish cravings strike and you're on budget and can't ball out on sushi... A poke bowl HITS! Poke Bar in the Twitter building *was* my weekly go-to for lunch until they raised their prices. I know it's shrinkflation times but I can't justify paying $21+ for a medium poke bowl after tax, sf mandate, and tip on the regular. So, I'm happy to see Pokebola, a more affordable option open in the area. Pokebola is open for takeout, delivery, and limited indoor dining. No outdoor seating. B1G1 free offers available on UberEats. M E N U BYO Poke bowl: 2 scoops - $11.25, 3 scoops - $13.50, 4 scoops - $15.75 (set bowls available). * Bases: White rice, brown rice, mixed greens, kale salad, tortilla chips, and zucchini noodles (+$1). * Proteins: Tuna, spicy tuna, salmon, hamachi, scallops, crab (surimi), etc. * Toppings: Array of the usual toppings; e.g. cucumber, corn, carrot, edamame, onion, etc. * Sauces: House mild, spicy aioli, wasabi aioli, ponzu, spicy miso, unagi, etc. What sets Pokebola apart is they offer chicken teriyaki, unagi, spam, vegan proteins (tuna, salmon, and shrimp), and ajitsuke tamago (ramen egg). P O K E B O W L * BYO with 1/2 brown rice, 1/2 mixed greens, 2x salmon, spicy tuna, cucumbers, onions, ginger, masago, ajitsuke tamago, spicy aioli (Medium - $13.50): https://tinyurl.com/2p95f6jm The poke bowl was delicious and satisfying with fresh greens and creamy dressed salmon chunks and tuna (spicy aioli is not too spicy). The masago added a nice pop to each bite. The ajitsuke tamago was flavorful with a jammy yolk. My only gripe was the brown rice was steaming hot but I visited right when they opened. Would probably opt for a full salad next time. S E R V I C E Awesome customer service. One man show, the owner is very kind and gracious. A M B I A N C E Nice remodel from Subway, Pokebola is bright and modern with limited counter seating only. I appreciate the mix of regular and high chairs. Great pop/dance/edm playlist. P A R K I NG Parking is very difficult so more for office workers and those who live in the area. Overall, Pokebola is a great addition to the Civic Center/Hayes Valley border. Price points are several dollars less than Poke Bar so I can get my weekly raw fish cravings on the cheap! read more

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Corrie P.

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Rotten jalepenos and day old egg and grey color spam... paid 25 dollars for slop. Used to be my favorite poke place. Quality control is all downhill. Yuck. read more

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Deepak S.

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Pokebola is one of the best poke spots I've tried in the city so far. The shop is a few blocks away for my office and I am here for lunch at least 3 times a week. The portions are super filling and fresh and I can't get enough. read more

Pokebola - Medium bowl with spicy crab y spicy tuna. - Poke Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Anh T.

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Soft opening 2/5/2023 - 2/19/2023 (limited time offer, in-store only) **Free Homemade soft boiled-egg when check-in on Yelp/join loyalty program** If you are familiar with this area, this place used to be a Subway that no one ever stepped foot into. I am so glad they turned it into another restaurant! :) The place is very small, but the line moved very fast even with 4 people in front of me. I was in and out in about 5-6 mins Today I had a short lunch so I decided to order a signature bowl instead of making my own. What I love about this place is that they have seafood, vegan, and meat lover bowls! Compared to the Poke Bar in the Twitter building, this was a step up since they serve teriyaki chicken, spam, and unagi. please keep in mind that the vegan options will cost $2-$3 more since its imitation meat. Rainbow Love bowl w/ brown rice (4/5) Salmon, Ahi Tuna, and Spicy tuna topped with Avocado, cucumber, corn, edamame, seaweed salad, jalapeno, and furikaki seasoning + House Spicy sauce. The fish was fresh (no smell or fishy taste) and the overall bowl was great, however, I wish I had more sauce! I also added pineapple and masago for a little extra $$ and my bowl came out to about $16.50 + tax and tip. The signature bowl size is equivalent to a Medium bowl (3 scoops) and it is very filling. if you do not eat a lot, I would recommend opting for a build your own. They also have unique 'Bases' for the bowl. you have the usual white or brown rice, mixed greens, and kale salad. THEN you have tortilla chips and Zucchini noodles?! I don't know about you, but poke nachos sounds amazing. will definitely give this place another try! read more

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Amy C.

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Ordered poke from DoorDash and was very impressed by the quantity and the quality. A medium bowl was plenty (about $17 on DoorDash), size wise. I liked how I could add my 3 favorite things in - seaweed salad, imitation crab salad, and salmon. They even have unagi slices as an option! Sauces were good and wasn't too dry or too soaked. Toppings were good as well. read more

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Gary B.

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Good little take-away poke spot. Clean inside. Nice chap making the bowls, he was efficient and fast. The rainbow bowl I had was tasty. My husband enjoyed the burnt tips bowl. This is not a destination spot, but if you're in the area, it's a satisfying meal. read more

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Patrick G.

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I had dropped off an item at the UPS store and upon exiting, saw someone walking with a poke bowl in hand. As i turned it was a few doors down. Since it was lunch time i decided to give this place a try. Being from Hawaii, I am very critical of Poke Bowls in the mainland. I decided to do a simple Ahi tuna bowl with Unagi sauce. Overall it was good. Pricing it competitive for the area. Be willing to wait as they do a high volume of delivery orders. read more

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Jon C.

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Think I finally found my go to poke spot in the city! Pokebola serves great and fresh poke bowls. They have a good amount of options for sauces and toppings. Great value as well. Reasonable price and generous with servings. read more

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Sarah S.

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One of the best Poke bowl places in the city. Living right next door to it has definitely been a perk! I've been eating here weekly for over a year and it never disappoints. The employees are always so friendly and prepare the food very quickly. The fish is always very fresh and flavorful with a wide range of topping options. Rather affordable as well. Definitely worth a try! read more

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Bella C.

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fire, every single time. I always get the salmon bowl, white rice, + avocado, honey avocado sauce :)

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It was surprisingly pouring everywhere. For the drought-ridden land, I'm betting it was heaven. For my friend, biking near Sausalito, it was the exact opposite. Two flat tires later, I received a call to help a friend out just as I ordered my poke bowl from Pokebola. I quickly rushed over to Civic Center to grab my food - the surrounding area is ok. Not much going on, but once you go inside, I was instantly greeted by the worker who sent my on my way. Service, in a minuscule interaction, showed to be great. I ended up picking up my friend and seeing amazing parts of SF that I hadn't yet seen. But once I got home, tired and ready to eat, the food hit. And it HIT. Really great poke, good portions, and I couldn't even finish it. This place is a great choice for Poke and I would recommend it for anywhere else to get. read more

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Priscilla L.

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Nice to find a reasonable price with good variety of ingredients. They have kale salad option as well with regular salad base. I got half brown rice with kale salad as the base. This was easy ordering as I was there when they first opened on Monday. Right close by Muni underground Van Ness station and surface bus 49. As I went in on my left counter was pencils and order form to mark down what I wanted. They were still opening up. Quiet, clean well lighted place. Just two people running the place. Seating is just counter along the Van Ness Ave street side to see. No rush, just took my time eating. I left and waved goodbye and that was it. Nice reasonable price poke bowl with lots of variety for a base which was unique and interesting that I don't see at other places. If I am in the area, I'll stop by to get my poke fixed. :) read more

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Sarah C.

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chicken teriyaki hawaiian poke bowl was delicious; huge portion and lots of delicious ingredients like tamago, seaweed salad, edamame read more

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Ayana K.

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Very fresh. The price is good for the area. It's always clean and has friendly staff. I come here a couple times a week. I get the same thing it want to try more read more

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Meesha F.

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Traveled far for this place based on the reviews... small portions for a costly price. Customer service was bad (it seemed as though everything was an inconvenience for them). Also NO restroom for paying customers. Poke and miso was mediocre and not flavorful read more

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77 Van Ness Ave
San Francisco, CA 94102
Civic Center, Hayes Valley
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(415) 655-9293
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Hours

What time does Pokebola open?

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

What time does Pokebola close?

Pokebola 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 Pokebola take credit cards?

Yes, Pokebola takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Pokebola have catering options?

Yes, Pokebola does have catering options.

Does Pokebola have a drive thru?

No, Pokebola does not have a drive thru.

Does Pokebola serve alcohol?

No, Pokebola does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Pokebola allow dogs?

No, Pokebola does not allow dogs.

Does Pokebola have TVs?

Yes, Pokebola has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Pokebola have bike parking?

Yes, Pokebola has bike parking.

Does Pokebola have outdoor seating?

No, Pokebola does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Pokebola have parking?

Yes, Pokebola has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Does Pokebola have free WiFi?

No, Pokebola does not have free WiFi.

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Specialties

Pokebola is your go-to poke restaurant in San Francisco’s Civic Center, serving fresh, flavorful bowls made with high-quality, locally sourced ingredients. Build your own bowl or choose from our signature creations like the Osaka Bowl or Unagi Bowl—crafted for seafood lovers, vegans, and anyone seeking a healthy, satisfying meal. We offer gluten-free, dairy-free, and plant-based options, plus nutritious soups with no added sugar. Whether you’re stopping in for a quick lunch, grabbing dinner to go, or ordering delivery, Pokebola delivers vibrant flavors, friendly service, and clean, feel-good food every day.

History

Established in 2023.

Fresh, healthy poke bowls in SF’s Civil Center. Build your own or choose signature favorites like rainbows bowl, unagi bowl, shrimp tempura etc. Vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options available. Fast, flavorful, and made with high quality ingredients—-perfect for lunch, dinner or delivery.

Meet the Manager: Sydney Y.

We focus on fresh, local ingredients and customizable healthy bowls, including vegan and gluten-free options.

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2.5 mi•Inner Richmond

I've been to Hawaii over 30 times and I have to say Unco Frank's is one of the best…read more LOVE their mochiko chicken, mac salad (slightly different - super peppery but pairs so well with the furikake rice and protein)! The furikake fries are like an umami bomb - flavorful and goes well with the aioli!

was thrown off at first since the inside was a bar, but high treason serves unco frank's food…read morealongside their bar drinks. came on a saturday around 7pm and it was pretty busy when we came in, so our large party of 9 was seated along the wall bar seats. our group was doing a food crawl down clement, so we didn't want to order too much. we ordered 2 pupu platters, a mac salad, fried rice, and 3 drinks. after we ordered, a high treason staff member came up to our group to give some of us menus; they say we didn't order enough food and that they wanted more on our tab. this made me and others in my party feel very uncomfortable, and it made me feel that we weren't welcome/took up too much space. someone from my party was honest with them by giving them context on our food crawl plans, but it still felt awkward after. this left a really negative impression of both the establishment and my thoughts on the food. auntie rob's fried rice (5/10): ginger was very overpowering and sauce was too salty for me. not my fave mac salad (3/10): VERY mayo and pepper heavy. i prefer a slight sweetness, little pepper, and less mayo-overly dominant mac salad pupu platter: da works fries (5/10): sirscha aioli is just spicy enough for me (a subtle kick). fries weren't crispy enough for me. kimchi cut through the heaviness of the spam and aioli which was nice. kalua pig sliders (6/10): pulled pork was better than i thought; normally i don't like smoked meats but this was subtly enough but still balanced out the slaw/aioli well. mochiko chicken (4/10): thick breading and chicken was not the juciest. bit too dry for my liking. i would not come back again. the interaction we had was so uncomfortable and didn't sit right with me, and the food was mediocre. i was mainly disappointed by the service (and the food by association) which is unfortunate as i love supporting aapi-owned businesses.

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Pu pu platter palooza!

Little Aloha

4.3(132 reviews)

3.9 mi•Parkside

Clean and bright interior/exterior, thoughtful products for sale inside while you wait for your…read moreorder, and friendly staff. Ordered- ENTREES: -Loco Moco -Pineapple Sausage -Hawaiian Chicken SIDES: -Hurricane tots -Spam mashubi Outstanding dish was Pineapple sausage. Pro-tip: -All our entrees and sides were flash fried and then finished with either dry rub or sauced.

Tried this spot because of the good reviews. But if you have been to Hawaii, I can't recommend this…read morespot because the flavors did not remind me of Hawaii at all. Also, nothing is served with mac salad... The prices are pretty decent for SF. Maybe that's why this place is popular. They are takeout only and have one bench outside for you to eat at if it's free. Tried the garlic shrimp, the moco loco (idk why they swap the words), and the furikake chicken. Also had a spam musubi (when I ordered online for pick up, I couldn't add egg which is usually an option according to the Toast website). The garlic shrimp was missing a flavor that Hawaii has in their garlic shrimp. The color was very red but it was not spicy. They do have an option to make it spicy though. It was bland to me compared to what I'm used to when I visit Hawaii. The moco loco gravy was good, but the beef patty tasted dry and overcooked. They did have a runny egg too but it was oddly underneath the patties, so we broke the eggs while trying to split the beef amongst 3 people. The furikake chicken is probably better if you eat it right away since it's lightly breaded. We took it home so by the time we ate it, it was soggy. The sauce it is cooked in is a little sweet and wasn't too bad. The soggy chicken ruined the texture for me though. Each dish was served with a little bit of cabbage which I liked to get a little greens in the meals. The spam musubi didn't taste like it had any sauce, and they used so much furikake underneath the spam, that it made it taste fishy. Would not recommend. I can't comment on the service much since I ordered online for pickup. The guy who handed me my food after asking my name was nice and polite though. The only reason I'd come back is to try to the shave ice. The group in front of me got 3 for their kids, and it looked tasty. I would not come back for the food, but at least the prices aren't bad for SF standards.

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Spam Musubi, full order of garlic shrimp and pineapple sausage with regular sauce (03/2025)

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No inside seating. Take out only. Started eating the shave ice while waiting for the hurricane shrimp. Yumm!

Liholiho Yacht Club

4.5(3k reviews)

0.9 mi•Lower Nob Hill

•$$$

I don't think I've ever gone to a restaurant before where I thought each dish was so special,…read moreunique, flavorful, and so delicious in its own way. Liholiho is one of a kind with the kitchen central to the space, awesome servers (a few people served us our dishes), and the inside was set up so well. The front area is a bit more casual with bar tops and spaces for a fun date night, and towards the back are more areas for a bit larger groups. I came with a group of four others and we ended up trying so many of the dishes, probably would have been cheaper to do a tasting menu, but here we were doing the dishes family adults. EACH WORTH IT! Photos don't do Justice, but each dish tastes as delicious as it looks!

I've been here for many celebrations and it never misses! The service is always excellent and the…read morepacing of the food is really on point. Whoever is in charge of the music playlist should get a raise because I was not expecting to hear J. Valentine's "I'm Sprung (Bay Area Remix)" in a fine dining establishment but here we were! Duck liver mousse ($8/ea) Savory and sweet, the banana bread as a vehicle for the pate took me by surprise but it surprisingly works! My second favorite dish of the night. Give me 5 more! Poppyseed steam bun ($12/ea) Love the portion and tang of the house made kimchi. I'm just not a huge fan of the glaze on the beef tongue. Fried rice ($19) As an asian who eats rice with every entree, this is a MUST if you're eating any of the meaty entrees! The housemade spam was a nice touch but tbh I prefer the msg of good ol' SPAM. Zuckerman asparagus ($23) Who knew my favorite dish of the night would be a vegetable dish?! The creamy sauce with the crunch of the macadamia and asparagus... I didn't want it to end! This left me wanting to recreate this dish back home! Pork shoulder chop ($46) Porkchop cooked to perfection! Juicy, savory, and not dry. Loved the tang of the mustard braised cabbage. Was definitely satisfied with the portion. Baked hawaii ($15) *not pictured You can't go to LYC without getting a baked hawaii for dessert! If anything is POG flavored, I'm getting it! The fluffy meringue with light chiffon cake balances out the tangy sorbet really well.

0.9 mi•Lower Pacific Heights, Japantown

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Poppyseed Beef Tongue Steam Bun ($24)

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Poppyseed Beef Tongue Steam Bun ($24)

Pa'ina Lounge & Restaurant

3.9(942 reviews)

the food was so good but the service was bad we had gotten our food before our drinks and wait a…read morelong time to get out check just poor service and they allowed dogs and there was a dog on the table just nasty and nobody said anything but the food was good though

Came here for 25¢ Wing Wednesday and got a whole experience out of this. This is a cool place to…read morekick back and chill, watching sports while listening to Hawaiian songs and eating yummy food. We got the Garlic Noodles, Pork Belly Taco, Kalbi Short Ribs, and of course the Wings, as well as the Ube Colada and Lychee-tini. The Garlic Noodles were delicious. Couldn't stop going back for more with the yummy Garlic flavor. If you love Garlic, you will definitely love these Noodles. The Pork Belly Tacos were just okay. It was cooked fine, but the flavor was just okay. The Kalbi Short Ribs were also just okay. They were cooked fine, but really had little to no flavor. Definitely have had better. As for the Wings, we got the Pa'ina, Sriracha Honey,Salt and Pepper, Garlic Cilantro, and Spicy Mango. The Pa'ina has Sweet Chili Glaze, but too us was just spicy and didn't really have much flavor beyond that. In comparison, the Sriracha Honey we thought had more flavor besides its heat. The Salt and Pepper was a disappointment. It didn't have much flavor and was actually the least tasty of all of them. It was moist like the rest of them, but wish that the Skin was crispy like you expect Dry Rub Wings to be instead of being soggy. The Garlic Cilantro was a good combination with the Fish Sauce, Cilantro, Garlic, Serrano, and Lime Juice if you like Cilantro. The Spicy Mango was actually no really spicy and had a good Mango flavor to it, not that artificial Mango flavor you get with some things Plus, the Ube Colada was thankfully not too sweet, and was well balanced in Alcohol to drink ratio instead of barely tasting the Alcohol or the Ube. The Lychee-tini was also well balanced in both the Lychee and Alcohol flavor. Overall, great drinks, service, and food. Definitely would come here again and try more yummy food.

Loco Moco

Kona Tasting Flights

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Island cocktails - Ku'uipo

Hawaiian Drive Inn

4.2(516 reviews)

3.9 mi•Excelsior

•$

This place is the truth. Growing up in Hawaii, I can honestly say Hawaiian food on the mainland…read moreusually doesn't hit the same -- but this spot is a true taste of home. The portions are generous and the plate was full. I got the katsu and BBQ chicken combo -- everything was fire. The chicken was tender, the katsu was crispy and juicy, and they gave a generous amount of mac salad (which most places never do). I usually have to order double mac, but this was more than enough. Food came out fast, fresh, and the prices are great too. 10/10 --top tier. Highly recommend if you're craving real Hawaiian plate lunch.

I saw someone sitting in the back of their car eating Hawaiian barbecue, and he made it look so…read moregood. Like, when you can't even wait to get home, you have to eat it immediately while it's hot. I knew right then it had to be worth trying. I asked where he got it, and he pointed me to a spot just down the street (not to be confused with the other Hawaiian BBQ place close by called Aloha). I pass this place all the time, but the parking is terrible, so I usually just keep driving. Yesterday I happened to be on foot and finally stopped in. I noticed a PASS inspection sticker in the window (isn't it usually an A? I'll Google that later). It's strictly a food shop. No tables, no décor, nothing fancy. Just a big menu on the wall type of place.The menu is simple about 4-5 meat options and a few sides, and you build your combo. I ordered a small plate since I tend to overeat and appreciated that option. I got the chicken katsu with rice and mac salad and it was perfectly portioned. The chicken was great. No notes. The steamed rice was just a little overcooked but still tasty. The mac salad was decent, though I expected a bit more from what seemed like an authentic spot. Oh and of course, the sauce, so good. My only complaint is they need to pack two sauces in the to go bag, not one. Total came to $10.85, which feels like a steal. It completely satisfied me and definitely beats driving all the way to Chipotle (my usual lunch stop) and spending $15-$18. No photo because I was too hungry and ate it in the car. I'm excited to bring my husband back and see what he thinks.

Fried fish (5 pieces) $11.50

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Kitchen Aloha

4.2(106 reviews)

0.4 mi•Tenderloin

I stopped coming here because they discontinued their croquette musubi. Well today, I checked…read moretheir online order platform and the croquette musubi were back! I placed a togo order and went in to pick it up. The order was ready before the appointed time. I did not get the croquette musubi. It was a gross fried spam musubi smothered in shitty spicy sauce that I did not want. WTF happened to you Kitchen Aloha? No one smothers their musubi with shitty Korean spicy sauce. The whole thing was inedible. This sucks

Underwhelming poke in the Tenderloin…read more Based on the appearance of the bowl, I was expecting bright and fresh flavors, but looks are deceiving. I was disappointed to find the bowl very bland and flavorless. It felt dry. The only sauce was mixed with the salmon pieces and didn't really taste like anything. This left the rest of the bowl lacking flavor and having dry rice. It seems like they just threw in a bunch of random ingredients to take up space in the bowl. I mean, carrots and tortilla strips are definitely interesting choices for a poke bowl. The portion was relatively small for what you pay. The amount of avocado given was just sad. You also aren't able to make adjustments to add other things to the bowl - you're stuck with what is set in the description. For this spot being a very small hole in the wall, I thought I would be noticed and assisted quickly. I was the only person in there but had to wait an unreasonably long time to get my order. I placed the order online long before I walked to the restaurant during my lunch break. When I got there, I sat waiting for probably 10 or so minutes before someone even came out from the back to hand me my food. Maybe their other menu items are better, but I wouldn't recommend Kitchen Aloha for their poke bowls.

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Curry and rice

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Thai Tea Drink

TaishoSF

4.7(161 reviews)

0.7 mi•Lower Nob Hill

Family-owned & operated

Private events

I go to taisho 3 times a week, maybe more, they have great food and a better atmosphere. It's a…read moregreat place for any occasion, they have private rooms for karaoke and also open mic at the bar after 9. The crew provides great service and an inviting attitude. We have had birthday parties and private events that go on until closing time. The owner is very kind and involved with his business. Definitely a place you want to try!

AMAZING STAFF 10/10 would recommend!! Music was on point staff was lovely and generous will be…read morecoming back !!

Largest family owned & operated Karaoke venue in SF! 3 floors, 11 private rooms, full service restaurant, banquet facilities, parties 1-500

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Ramenwell

4.1(561 reviews)

1.0 mi•Mission

It was my Sunday funday today anTAKOYAKI Five tried octopus…read moreballs, kewpie mayo, ginger. soy glaze, nori, bonito flakes. Then the popular ramen! very good and rich in taste. I thought it was one of the best Raman places I've had. It was quite that evening and not I liked that. The service was fine, the waiter did their job but nothing special. But the experience of the food was so nice!

During that period from early 2020 till about two plus years later, I acquired the valuable…read moreknowledge of reheating foods. A big part of this is to the credit of a business named Pastel which evolved to become Neon. Having a good history with most noodles that I've bought, I decided to order the House pork ramen (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=72iXyoJaxGrhkty7DF9oTw). original packaging (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=LgVq8b8DhqHa9wHx6pVztA). It was packed efficiently and nicely (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=KdmB7Hvc6obGwX9AeFJ4cg) and the reheating instructions (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=e7wguIZaCBANjQ91DN61Dg) were simple and clear. I chose the stove top reheating and worked as explained. I liked the depth of the broth and the noodles had a nice chew likely due to the use of a lower heat. It was a decent portion, perfect for my dinner. You can add a nori leaf or poach or steam an egg to supplement this. Sadly, I steamed my egg too long so the yolk was on the harder side when I combined it with this. Thank you, Ramenwell, for making a quality product and I will study your menu the next time my friend decides to order from Neon. My friend lives a couple blocks away so perhaps I'll dine there instead.

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Bao Chicken Bao Bao

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Signature Pork Ramen

Hana Hawaiian Barbeque

4.3(485 reviews)

10.5 mi

Craving meat so I had to drive out of the city to San Mateo. It's the only place within 20 miles of…read moreus where my wife likes the Mac salad, so it's worth it. I get the short ribs -- they are always meaty, with enough char but not burnt, and great flavor.

Huge portions of Hawaiian food! Everything here was solid and good, but not great. The macaroni…read moresalad was super yummy, and you get a lot of bang for your buck with how much food you get. Short rib (3.5/5) - gets the job done, nothing special. BBQ beef (4/5) - soft, good flavor Chicken Katsu (3.5/5) - huge portion, lots of chicken, but a little dry. Loco moco (3/5) Garlic shrimp (2/5) - with a half order, you only get 6 pieces of shrimp. The shrimp are on the smaller side, and were a little dry. Not too much flavor and a little bland. Food came out quickly! It's more of a casual restaurant so a lot of people were taking food to go.

Counter and menu

Regular Seafood and BBQ Combo (Chicken Katsu)

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Mini Low Carb BBQ Plate $8.25

Palm House

3.9(1.4k reviews)

1.7 mi•Marina/Cow Hollow

energy--I give it five stars for pure neighborhood awesomeness. Everything I've had there has been…read moreyummy, with a tropical, laid-back feel. The menu has something for everyone: tacos, smash burgers, salads, banana ice cream sandwiches... and don't even get me started on the drinks. The margaritas and cocktails are so good. They're also incredibly dog-friendly, with dog-positive events that make the place feel even more welcoming. It's the kind of spot you go once and then keep coming back to because it just makes you happy.

The atmosphere of this restaurant is quite an experience. The outdoor seating provides a tropical…read moreand vibrant atmosphere, temporarily concealing the bustling nature of the city. As you enter the building, every room becomes slightly dimmer, gradually transforming the place from tropical paradise to dive bar scenery. The food, though, was pretty mediocre. I ordered the Fried Chicken Sandwich and Fries and just by the looks of it, it already doesn't seem too spectacular. The taste of both were above decent, BUT the price point was a little bit too high for me. The portion size definitely on the smaller side. I did appreciate that these dishes were freshly made - the burger and its juices were steaming hot! They have excellent customer service. We came in during a Trivia Night and it was free to join. The game was very casual, yet entertaining to see the competitive groups. Not sure what the prize was, but it definitely added to the dining experience. But unfortunately as much as I wanted to rate this place higher, the food isn't just on par.