Stopped by Poké Bar after a midday run through Berkeley and their free ice-cold water was exactly what I needed. Ordering is all self-serve through the tablets on the side, so you don't interact with staff much--they're busy cranking out bowls. It seems like a popular grab-and-go spot for Berkeley students, though a few people were dining in. x3 protein (spicy tuna, tuna, salmon) bowl: fresh fish, fair price, solid portions. Loved how many toppings they offer, and the rice + greens mix made for a nice balance. read more

Poké Bar - x3 Protein Poke Bowl - Hawaiian Near Me - Berkeley, California

The salmon and spicy tuna tasted pretty fresh, and the spicy tuna definitely had a bit of a kick. The house sauce and ponzu sauce were pretty flavorful, and I especially liked the crispy garlic. There are a lot of options for toppings and protein, but I wish there was a bigger portion of protein. I have also noticed that there's usually one topping missing from my order. I also would have preferred if the imitation crab had mayonnaise mixed in. The service was also fast. read more

Poké Bar - Build Your Own Small Poke Bowl - Hawaiian Near Me - Berkeley, California

Ugh, I don't get how the reviews are so high, this was so mid and so pricy. They only had mushy white rice, no sushi rice, skimped hella on the fish, and the seaweed salad was kinda slimy. Ingredients were not very fresh. They packed so much rice in the large bowl too. Def not returning; Hashtag Poki is much better. read more

Love this place! I am new to poke and have only had it at the Wow! The Hawaiian Lemonade place located around the corner from Poke Bar. Both are great, but I like Poke Bar more as I feel you get more protein and food for the price, super fresh fish (cut smaller than Wow, but feels like I am getting more, plus I have the option of asking for tofu as an option!). I love all of the add-ins (fried garlic goes great with fish and is so good without being too overpowering, far less overpowering than fried onions), the sauces are great, I like being able to have brown rice without being charged extra (ahem, Wow Lemonade ;) ), the seaweed salad is delicious and the food was so good that right after I took the first bite I made an audible sound and rolled my eyes it was so good. I had to be chill about it, but dang, Poke Bar rocks! I also like that it is a tiny bit more affordable, and you get more food for the price. So much food that I wasn't able to finish my medium-sized bowl. Only detractor is that I wish their krab was krab salad and not just krab. And I wish that as far as two sides go, that I could get two sides of krab and just mix in one of their sauces and some wasabi and make my own krab salad. Only negative about the place is that they don't offer bags with handles, just regular brown smaller grocery bags. So, if they stepped it up a notch and had branded bags I think that would help to promote their business more since they are located in a somewhat out-of-the-way spot. Definitely come and check this place out. Super fast service, okay seating, great, great, GREAT fresh fish, and such an umami flavor. Tip: get a mix of white and brown rice to make it a tad bit healthier and get some more fiber (if you don't want to go fully salad style and get greens. Or be wild and get all three options as the base!). read more

Poké Bar - Medium sized bowl with 3 protein options of tuna, spicy tuna, and salmon, plus cucumber, krab, fried garlic (so good!!), seaweed salad, etc. - Hawaiian Near Me - Berkeley, California

they never give bags, yet the kiosk machine charges you automatically for bags! that is robbery! read more

Poké Bar - The receipt shows being charged for a bag I never received. Carried all my food - Hawaiian Near Me - Berkeley, California

I came here for lunch with a friend and I have to say this is one of the best poke spots I've tried! Located in an alleyway, the hidden spot has surprisingly fresh fish in big chunks with average prices. I ordered on the kiosk and my order was made quick (I wish the employees called out when it was ready). The menu had some preset bowl options, but I always like a build-your-own; I was hoping for more sauce options, but the spicy mayo was good. I definitely would come back to try other combinations. read more

Poké Bar - Build Your Own Small Poke Bowl - Hawaiian Near Me - Berkeley, California

Quick and fast, order on machine. Would have preferred face to face interaction. It automatically selects 20% for tips, which seems odd for the lack of interaction with staff. Yummy and good portion size. Repeat customer. read more

Poké Bar - Hawaiian Near Me - Berkeley, California

I highly recommend Poke Bar not only for its delicious poke bowls but also its convenience. I get the medium poke bowl with salmon (sometimes octopus), and it is always super filling. I like that you can customize the toppings to your liking (i always get seaweed salad!!) You can order takeout on Grubhub and Snackpass which I do often. read more

There are so many Poke places in the area, and it took a lot of work to choose which one to go to. I ended up and the Poke Bar near campus. The ordering process was excellent. I loved that I could pick what I wanted from the POS screen instead of hovering over the counter and pointing out random fish pieces. My only issue was I don't believe they used sushi rice . BB read more

The rice was soggy and too hot, making the fish warm. Unfortunately not the greatest poke experience I've had.

YES. SO GOOD. Conveniently located for students, and quick order pickup through Snackpass. You can also order by kiosk inside. Lots of dine-in seating if that's what you're looking for. I got the medium bowl with brown rice and greens, salmon + spicy tuna + tofu, corn, kale, cucumber, sweet onion, green onion, imitation crab, seaweed salad, crispy onion, and wasabi+shoyu+house sauce for $16.65. And they give you enough options that you get abundant toppings without needing to pay extra. This meal was SO FILLING - lasted me two meals. Bang for your buck??? Not just for your wallet, but this bowl was also so satisfying for the soul - the ingredients were all good quality, sauces were super rich. read more

Poké Bar - Hawaiian Near Me - Berkeley, California

This review is for delivery, so keep that in mind. I ended up getting a large bowl with 3 proteins (salmon, spicy tuna, albacore), on a mixed greens base, with corn, cucumber, sweet onion, green onion, edamame, with the house sauce, imitation crab, seaweed salad, ginger, masago, crispy onion and garlic. Now to break it down. This was not my favorite poke bowl. The components of the bowl are similar to what I would get anywhere, so it's not because it doesn't have something that I would normally order. The fish, while not fishy tasting/smelling, did not feel very fresh and had the texture of something that has been frozen and thawed many times. The other components didn't have too much flavor and made me wonder if I should have ordered a mayo component to add something else. There is a lot of options that you can put in your bowl and for a very reasonable price. Overall, I think it would take some tweaking to figure out your ideal bowl, but I think I will pass. read more

We ordered two small poke bowls. They were decent but pretty expensive ($18+) for a small bowl. At least it seemed pretty healthy.

The poke here is pretty good. The imitation crab isn't great quality and there are a lot of food safety issues. I saw workers on their phone and then using those same gloves to serve people. Also workers eating food with their hands and not changing those gloves. The workers would almost never change their gloves and i found that pretty disgusting. read more

My go to place for yummy and reasonably priced poke! I always get the small bowl and the portion is perfect for two meals. The price is reasonable since you are allowed to add a lot of different toppings. Service is also very fast. read more

Poké Bar - small bowl - Hawaiian Near Me - Berkeley, California

Loved this spot! We were hankering for poke bowl and stopped here for a bite. The restaurant is clean and bright. Most of the orders were pre-ordered and picked up. We ordered in and ate inside. So many options here! You can order one of their preset bowls or make your own. We opted to make our own and there are so many toppings! While eating there, my daughter's bowl was a bit dry, so she brought it back to the counter, and asked them for more sauce. Our lunch was good! We'll definitely come back when we're back in the area. read more

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I'd say a medium will get the job done. 3 proteins for a medium and fresh ingredients are why I'd choose this poke place over others. I'd say the only downside is paying extra for using the kiosk instead of paying at the counter. read more

Poké Bar - Build Your Own Medium Poke Bowl - Hawaiian Near Me - Berkeley, California

Updating my 3 year old review! Poké bar has become my go to poke spot in Berkeley over the years. They have a variety of toppings and dish available, and give generous portions--a small bowl is more than enough for me! Consistent quality, large bowls, and reasonable prices--pretty much checks all the boxes for what you're looking for in a local poke spot. Convenient to order on Snackpass, and the reward for collecting points is a whole bowl! The only thing is Snackpass orders sometimes take longer, since they are very popular and get a ton of orders around mealtimes. read more

Poké Bar is a killer deal with Snackpass. The portions are huge for the price point and it's really good. ORDERING: I ordered on Snackpass and my bowl came out to be about $13 dollars for a large which was crazy. The ordering process was straightforward and there are many options to choose from. TASTE: Dope! The salad was crisp, the tuna and salmon were fresh, and the crab salad was great! The cucumbers were also killer too and added an extra layer of crunch to the poke alongside the sesame seeds and the other toppings on top. The corn was also nice and added a layer of flavor as well. PICKUP: The wait was really short and straightforward! Picking up was really easy and simple and the staff was really nice about it. Overall, I'll definitely be coming back to get my fix in Berkeley! Hint: Use Snackpass for a great discount and get poke with your friends! read more

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Located in the telegraph alley right across the street from campus, poke bar is accessible and affordable. They have the best deals on snackpass as you only need 10 points for a free bowl, which means if you go with a friend, you can redeem it every 5 visits; in my humble opinion, that's a steal! Poke bar also has good sauce combinations and fresh toppings that always hit the spot. I have noticed the quality decrease slightly over the past year and there's always a funky smell in the store itself but overall a Berkeley student staple if you love poke. read more

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I'm a repeat customer and liked my food, but today I spotted a bug crawling out of the mixed greens in my bowl. Gross! Ruined my appetite and desire to ever visit here again. read more

Poké Bar - Hawaiian Near Me - Berkeley, California

Decent poke bar tucked right near Berkeley's center of campus! It's slightly hidden in a hallway, but is a small little place. Good: The ordering process is very streamlined! You use a paper form and mark off what you want. It's great that you can get unlimited options for some things. I found the portion sizes here great. I liked the salmon and the spicy tuna poke the most, and appreciated the dry onions on top. Bad: The sauce is somewhat unevenly distributed, I couldn't find the sauce on some sides and too much on others. Overall enjoyed my experience! read more

Poké Bar - Poke - Hawaiian Near Me - Berkeley, California

delish and good price :)! Fair warning - the small bowl is not that small and I have never been able to finish a medium bowl on my own. Usually pretty quick on snackpass too! read more

Pretty consistent poke! I got a small bowl this time. They usually pack it with food, which I appreciate. They have a variety of add ons and the salmon was a good texture. read more

Poké Bar - Small bowl with salmon - Hawaiian Near Me - Berkeley, California

Not sure if the place has changed or not paying attention but the fish was not fresh it was very fishy. Scared to get sick now. The imitation crab was super old you can tell with the color. read more

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This is a popular spot among college students, especially during the lunch hour. I recommend ordering ahead on Snackpass if you have the app (plus you get additional discounts). Otherwise, you're given a piece of paper and pencil to customize your order. My favorite thing about Poké Bar is that it's quick and consistent. The ingredients are always fresh, and I know exactly what I'm going to get. I also like how you can load up on toppings and add-ons. The small bowl comes with a limit of two protein options, but otherwise you have a lot of flexibility. I like getting additional edamame, pineapple, cucumbers, seaweed salad, kani salad, and avocado. There are a few tables inside, and most people sitting there are solo or in pairs. It's pretty normal to sit across from a stranger if there's limited seating. (Again, a popular place around campus, so it's not weird.) There's also complimentary water. read more

Poké Bar - Build Your Own Small Poke Bowl - Hawaiian Near Me - Berkeley, California

Needed a quick lunch today and was craving poké. I was close by and decided to order for pickup. My bowl was done in 3 minutes!! I got a medium custom poke bowl with spicy tune and ahi, white rice, and a bunch of toppings. As you can see, nothing was skimped on. Serving sizes were huge and everything was so fresh. The fish quality was great and it had great flavor. I will definitely be coming back for more in the future! read more

Poké Bar - Build Your Own Medium Poke Bowl - Hawaiian Near Me - Berkeley, California

So much food!!!! I couldn't finish it in one go. There is a bit too much sauce for my liking but i appreciate all the toppings and meat provided. For once, I actually wished there was slightly more rice. The service was good and they prepare the food relatively quickly. :) read more

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This is my favorite poke spot around campus! I always get the salmon, which is fresh with no fishy taste. I like that most of the toppings here are free to add on and they have a lot of options. Particularly, I like to get seaweed salad, edamame, corn, cucumbers, tobiko, furikake, and the fried garlic and onions, which results in a nice complex and flavorful bowl. I would suggest ordering ahead on snackpass to minimize wait time. They have a bit of seating inside. read more

Poke Bar is as its name suggests: you can build your own bowls with various poke options. You get a LOT of food for the money and even though this is far from the best poke you can get in the area, it's still an excellent option for a quick and very filling meal, built exactly the way you want it. The only downside is that they/the complex doesn't have a restroom. read more

I've consistently gone here for the past three years, and it's always been mid. But I go because there's no better places near campus. However, as of recently, the quality has hit rock bottom. The rice has been rock hard, sauce not evenly distributed, and despite ordering 10+ ingredients, the bowl is only half full??? The fish is obviously not fresh, and the ingredients taste really off. I'm really really disappointed. This is so disrespectful for a $20 bowl. read more

Another decent Poke spot near the University!! Although my bowl was a little heavy on the rice, and a little light on the Poke, it was still ok!! It's in Sather Lane, a small strip mall type area near Telegraph Ave!! read more

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I ordered a medium sized poke bowl ($20)and it was 80% rice and barely any real ingredients. It tasted good though.

Placed an order online while walking there and it was ready within 5 minutes! So delicious and tasted fresh. I was pretty hungry for lunch and the small size was a very filling perfect portion. I did a build your own with shrimp and salmon and crab salad also (love that it's free). Wish there was more shrimp though but still delicious! Love the half mixed greens half rice option. read more

Poké Bar - Build Your Own Small Poke Bowl with Shrimp and Salmon - Hawaiian Near Me - Berkeley, California

Food: The poke here is always a staple that I frequent. The quality of the fish is fresh and the sides are always crunchy. In addition the quality of the rice is always hot, sweet and sticky. My go to order is usually a small salmon poke bowl with house sauce, sriracha mayo, and sweet chili as well as all the veggies I can possibly add! (The reason why I am giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is that on some occasions the fish was not as fresh and as a result caused me stomach upsets, so just be cautious.) Service: Although the wait can often be long and even stretch outside the door on busy school days the lines usually go by fast and there is an order fill out slip to the side of the main entrance wall that saves ordering time. Ambience: the restaurant is actually pretty big and has ample seating space as well as utensils and free water at a station near the register. There are also outlets behind most wall seating areas. read more

Poké Bar - Small salmon rice bowl with house, sweet chili & sriracha mayo sauce - Hawaiian Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Had really high hopes. Reviews seemed great. Did the small build your own bowl - 16.48 after tax which is pretty good for Bay Area price and the amount they give. The salmon and ahi tuna did not taste fresh and were not seasoned great. Had a very fishy taste. The crab salad tasted old. Too much seaweed and not enough flavor. Did not feel safe eating the rest and had to throw it out. read more

Poké Bar - Build Your Own Small Poke Bowl - Hawaiian Near Me - Berkeley, California

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I think the guy's name was Travis? Trevor? Very good service and he gave in-depth tips since it was my first time trying raw fish. Will be coming back again soon! read more

Love finding nice hidden places in berkeley. One more time, I walked up the alley to find excellent food. Its 4stars for now, considering the overall experience. Can't wait to come back for more so I can update this. As a recommendation, build your own plate, they have their own recommendations but they didn't seem to match, at least for my taste. Anyhow, thank you! Follows a photo of my plate. Looks tasty right? read more

Poké Bar - a bowl of salad with avocado - Hawaiian Near Me - Berkeley, California

Really good choices for toppings, the fish was great quality and the service here was really nice! They don't skimp you on portions either, very generous!! 2 medium bowls were 28$. I'd come here again, 10/10!! read more

Poké Bar - Build Your Own Medium Poke Bowl - Hawaiian Near Me - Berkeley, California

This is my go-to spot for poke or honestly and meal. You can't beat the convenience, taste, and price for what you get. A small bowl is definitely enough to fill you up, as they give a generous amount of sides and toppings as well. I typically go for the salmon and spicy tuna, though I do really enjoy the scallops as well. I'd also recommend getting pretty much all the sides, as they're no extra cost. Overall, I have been and will continue to be a loyal customer! read more

Poké Bar - Small bowl - Hawaiian Near Me - Berkeley, California