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    Pokemoto

    4.6 (101 reviews)
    ModerateHawaiian, Poke, Japanese
    Open 11:00 am - 8:45 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Build your own poke bowl (chicken, edamame, corn, sushi rice, sesame seeds, kani salad, wonton crisps, scallions, onion, and cucumber!)
    Abby R.

    My absolute favorite go-to poke place! Personally, I love to get kani salad on my poke, and most places have an up charge for this, or it counts as one of your two proteins, but at pokemoto it's free! They're always so generous with portion sizes, so reasonably priced, and stuff like kani doesn't cost extra :) Other items, such as tamago, do cost extra but I think everything is very reasonably priced. The place itself is always pleasant with kind service and easy seating. Their drink options are always nice, I like to get the lychee Calpico. When I'm in the mood for poke, I tend to drive a town over just to get it from this Pokemoto! Friendly service, good prices, and excellent poke!

    Behind the counter allergen info!
    Charles D.

    We finally tried Pokemoto and I was shocked at how fresh it was! The counter was clean, the staff was patient and listened and everything is customizable!! They do toss their proteins and veggies in a bowl with your sauce choice, but they were willing to not do that also! The salmon was fresh, the veggies had a nice crunchy and the rice was well seasoned!

    Burrito
    Julie F.

    Updated review: this place continues to slam! The service is quick and the staff is friendly. I almost always get a bowl, but I finally decided to try a (humungo) burrito. I determined the burritos are a bit too dense for my taste, but on the plus side they now have tasty spam as an option! The variety of options at Pokemoto is excellent and you really get a lot of bang for your buck. Great drink selection as well. Will definitely return here.

    Always fresh !! The staff is always amazing and courteous- must check them out if close .

    Best poke around for sure! Love this place!
    Adam L.

    Freshest poke bowl around - always stop when I want something healthy on my way through Middletown. Live this spot!

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    Kate P.

    Fantastic build-your-own poke bowl!! Highly recommend to get a large to share between two people and unlimited toppings. Check in on social media for a free dole whip!

    Salmon and Shrimp Poke Bowl
    Ian L.

    This is one of my favorite places to get poke. I mean poke is poke. They're are extremely similar because well, you don't really have to cook anything. But, I always have a memorable bowl here. Extra charge for masago is a little bit much but at least they have other things like red cabbage and radishes. I just really like the toppings here, nothing appears to be missing. Correct me of I'm wrong. The proteins were fresh and towards the end of my bowl there was still plenty left. So yes, they d give you a pretty good amount of food. As they should. The Kani Salad topping is a must for me. It's practically another protein but for free. Not only that, it tastes good here and it fills you up so you're not hungry later. I know I had a good poke bowl if I'm not hungry 75% of the way through. The restaurant itself was squeaky clean. It was almost like I could see my own reflection on the floors. It was notably clean when I walked in. Everyone was super friendly, very helpful and it felt like a judgement free zone when I was picking my toppings so that's always good. I also notice how pretty my bowl is when I get it. Sometimes at other places yeah it looks colorful but not pretty. Just another thing I noticed here, my bowl was notably pretty. I guess I could say I'm getting used to eating poke. I have it so much and I've had it from almost every single poke restaurant in the upper half of CT. I'm running out of things to say and it's hard to compare them because things aren't cooked, sauces are the same and they all have different toppings. However, I notice more things here and that's why they deserve this 5-Star rating. Pokemoto of Middletown is one of the better poke places out there. They consistently make memorable poke bowls in their squeaky clean establishment while maintaining a positive attitude when interacting with customers. What more do I want other than free masago?

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    Rosie Q.

    I'm the kind of person that doesn't like to choose ingredients at fast-casual poke spots but this place got me covered! They have a list of signature bowls and build-your-own bowls. Bowls selections are rice or salad, or if you want, you can get a poke wrap. Pick your protein, they even have chicken and tofu as options if you don't like the raw stuff. And choose mix-in, sauces, and toppings according to your flavor profile. There is plenty of meter street parking but if you can't find any, there is a pay station parking lot in the back of the building. Miso Salmon (customized with all crunch)- Salmon, sweet onions, diced mango, cilantro tossed in creamy miso and topped with garlic chips. Love this! Sweet, creamy with greens and fruity flavors. And those crunch toppings! The more crunch the better! Sesame Ginger Chicken- Chicken, sweet onions & shredded carrots tossed in sesame ginger, topped with avocado, cashews, and tempura flakes. My gf got this and she enjoyed it! Dole Whip- A must! Pineapple soft serve was fantastic! Overall Service: Cute staff! Super friendly and chill.

    Pokemoto in Middletown!
    Nana B.

    Best poké bowls in Connecticut! We come here as often as we can because the meals are delicious, with toppings and options galore. And the Dole Whips? Amazing! And guess what? Now they have SPAM as a protein option. And it's air-fried! So that means it's good for you... right?

    Perfect for the cold!
    Morgan C.

    We decided to take a little break during our NY to RI road trip this past weekend, and stumbled upon Pokemoto in the adorable town of Middletown, Connecticut! Pokemoto is the next incarnation of a long line of Hawaiian poke-style restaurants that bring flavorful, healthy rice bowls and salads topped with sushi style fish to the masses. I have to say that besides Providence's Hometown Poke, Pokemoto might be my second favorite poke spot ever! You'll have to be "in the know" to find it, though. Even though there's a sign outside on the bustling street, it's nestled inside of this little indoor "mall", which houses a handful of cute local shops and even a coffee cafe. They were doing a holiday "sip n' shop" when we visited, so the place was quite lively with pre-December shoppers! However, the crowds didn't deter us, and we actually found the restaurant to be a calm oasis from the craziness outside. The dining area is immaculately clean, with shiny floors, plenty of seating, and aesthetically pleasing decorations. They also have a spotless bathroom, which was much appreciated after our long drive. I could see myself hanging out here and staying awhile to snack on some poke and just chill out. As for the food, it was a cut above your average poke shop, and the selection of toppings for bowls was impressive! They have the usual protein suspects: sushi tuna and sushi salmon, shrimp, grilled chicken, and tofu, but the "boringness" ends there! They have about 12 sauces, many which are made in-house. I really liked the "creamy miso" sauce - it was flavorful and packed a punch! Top your creation with everything from sliced mango to furikake seasoning (a Japanese sweet-salty spice that you won't want to miss), and you have the perfect healthful snack or lunch! I love when a restaurant offers a great Yelp perk, and Pokemoto sure does! Check in on the app, and you'll get a free serving of their Pineapple Dole Whip! It tastes just like the kind you'd get in Disney world - fruity and luscious soft serve that'll make you yearn for a tropical vacay! Don't miss out on this when you visit! The service was excellent! Our "pokerista" (it's a thing) was friendly and outgoing, and offered awesome recommendations and even let us sample some of the sauces before we decided which one to go with. I really appreciated the extra level of hospitality! I can't wait to come back next time we pass through Middletown.

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    Sheba W.

    Checked this place out today. It was hidden in the "mall" area downtown Middletown. At first I was really apprehensive with ordering from here. But I have it a shot and it was good. The service I received was good the food was fresh. I wouldn't give it 5 starts because I have had better Poke. But this place is great if you're on the go searching for something good to eat

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    The service is great, and the restaurant is always clean. I love the poke bowls here and the musubis!

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    very comfortable and clean ambiance, the food consistently exceeds my expectations! yum yum

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    The Sushi Burrito is so good. Very filling and very good quality ingredients and very tasty!

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    Delicious. Fish fresh and other ingredients great. Easy charge and pick up with app. Food was waiting when I arrived.

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    This place is so good there food is so good and their customer service is good too 100% coming here again

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    Fast service and friendly staff! Their salad Craft Bowls are really good, I recommend :)

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