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    Poki Poki - Oceanside#2

    4.1 (126 reviews)
    ModerateAsian Fusion, Poke
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Quiet
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Literally the best poki restaurant. The one in Escondido location could never compete with this branch . The girlies working last night really know how to make a plate ! They're super friendly , super clean and make a really good poki bowl ! I'm obsessed. After the gym this hits so good.

    A hair-raising experience... literally!!! First time. Last time. I was traumatized. Imagine this: you're settling in, excited for a fresh poke bowl, only to discover a clump of hair tangled in your food. Not a strand. Not a single rogue hair. A clump. I didn't sign up for a side of someone's DNA. To top it off, they got my order wrong. I ordered no tofu but I guess I'm glad they added it as I begin to pull them out and it made the clunk of hair easier to see. However, I consumed some of the food!! So not only was I disgusted, I was also still hungry and nauseated!! There's nothing appetizing about wondering which stranger's scalp was mixed in with your meal!!! If I could give negative zero stars, I would. Never again!! Feeling sick and disgusted

    Spicy tuna and tofu
    Madame P.

    My most favorite place to get Poke. Always fresh. They make it the way that I like. Love the different sauces they have. Friendly guys and gals!!

    I enjoyed the food . Everything was fresh and delicious . I recommend you give in at try. They serve a great amount of every portion . Service was great and fast .

    Large poke bowl:)
    Kylie W.

    All the employees are super nice! Great poke overall, never have had a bad experience with them! Love how they're always stocked and the atmosphere is excellent.

    Martin D.

    Poki Poki entrees are generously portioned where one entree can easily feed 2 people. Extra add ons are very minimal, which allows for customer to enjoy all their favorite fixings. The quality of ingredients of protein & vegetables are fresh.

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    Marc G.

    ‍ SURF, SAND, and now... POKI POKI! If you're in Oceanside and haven't tried Poke Poke, are you even living your best beach life? Let me break it down for you - it's like the ocean decided to do a culinary high-five with the mainland, and we're the lucky recipients of the resulting deliciousness. First of all, they're all about Hawaiian Poke, which is basically the superhero version of a bowl. Fresh ingredients team up in an epic battle for maximum flavor, and I'm here for it. Seriously, it's like the Avengers of food. And speaking of fresh, they don't mess around. Locally caught sushi-grade fish from the Pacific Ocean - straight into your bowl. It's like Nemo went on vacation and decided to become part of your lunch. Now, here's the thing - Poke Poke keeps it real. No fancy-schmancy stuff, just top-tier ingredients getting cozy together. You build your bowl like a boss, with California vibes in mind. Farm-fresh produce? Oh yeah, they've got that covered. Oh, and let's talk about Ana. She's like the foodie fairy godmother you never knew you needed. Ana was an absolute gem, super helpful with my order - making sure every ingredient danced together in perfect harmony. Seriously, if there were a Nobel Prize for Food Assistance, Ana would be our nominee. So, whether you're a wave-rider, a sandcastle builder, or just someone with an insatiable appetite for awesomeness, Poke Poke in Oceanside is where the party's at. Surf's up, flavor's in, and it's time to ride the taste wave. Cowabunga, foodies! P.S. If you're not humming the "Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride" song from Lilo & Stitch by the end of your meal, did you even Poke Poke?

    Normally it's packed full wow now stingy with the toppings

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    The food is so good! I love getting the regular plate and being able to add so many toppings. The staff provides such a great service.

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    I've had a lot of poki bowls this is best by far the food was so fresh. And price was reasonable.

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    The sushi burritos are pure happiness!! So delicious and fresh and filling. This is my go to place for poki!

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