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Personally, I don't understand the high ratings. I came here due to the ratings and was quite disappointed. I got a regular size poke bowl, which comes with a choice of three proteins. I got it on white rice with avocado, onion, and crab meat -- all of which were fine. The disappointment was with the scallops, which were completely flavorless and rubbery in texture. I got the spicy tuna and salmon, which were just ok. They were acceptable but not super fresh or flavorful. Staff were friendly, but it's not enough to get me to come back. Sorry, I'll pass. read more

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Easily the best poke I had in Orange County. It's reasonably priced, fresh, and efficient. While there is no dine in option there are some tables in the courtyard along with benches. The staff was friendly and patient and all wore a mask. Worth the stop for sure! read more

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The best Poke shop in the area. Service is always happy and friendly on the poke line, everyone greets you when you step into the shop to get in line. They have a greatly efficient system, each staff member is 1 stage of the process so they help you one by one, then move you along all the way through to the cashier. First you choose your size and base (rice/salad), then next person handles your sides (crab/avocado/etc), then another person lets you pick your proteins and sauces (tuna/salmon/spicy tuna/etc), then another person for toppings (cucumber/seaweed/furikake/onions/etc), and finally the cashier handles cash, drinks, and chips/candy! Usually there's a pretty sizable line around lunch time due to the amounts of offices in the area but they work through it pretty quickly! I'm here nearly 1-2x a week at times, they have a few outdoor tables in the sun if you have the time. read more

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We went here for a quick pick up and it was very speedy to get our food! You pick your own toppings and everything. They were also very friendly! A little disappointed they didn't have tables and chairs out for us to sit in and we had to eat in our car, but the food quality was great! read more

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Jonathan J.

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Stumbled across this place while I was waiting for an appointment with a client nearby the airport. Extremely friendly staff, very easy process to order, and very high-quality and fresh fish. They leave plenty of side sauces to grab on your way out. This is my new favorite poke spot. read more

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So glad I found this little hidden gem near my work! All the ingredients are so fresh and they are pretty generous with the fish. I really appreciate that they do not over sauce the poke. I usually ask for the sauce on the side at other places but I don't have to at Poke OC because they add just the right amount. They also have little to go sauces for people to grab if you'd like a bit more. I've been coming here at least once a week since I've discovered them and sometimes even twice a week. Highly recommend! read more

Poké OC - Regular poke bowl with half rice half salad - Poke Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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This is decent poke. I ordered a large poke bowl with salmon, tuna, and spicy tuna. Fish was fine and sauce had a fresh citrus bite. I appreciate that the scoop of avocado and crab mix was not extra, but the scoops were relatively small. Other toppings were fine, but nothing to make this worth the extra drive from my office. Overall price for food was good. You will not leave hungry. I prefer Uroko in Costa Mesa, but I wanted to try something different. Might try it again. read more

Poké OC - Poke Large Bowl with salmon, tuna and spicy tuna - Poke Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Eric P.

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Went on a weekday and it was fairly crowded as lots of local thoroughfare from the nearby business park came in. I got a regular poke bowl which came with free avocado and crab meat; I thought the quality of the fish itself was decent, pretty comparable to all of the other poke spots nearby, but the service was considerably easier and faster. This is to go only with no option to dine in. read more

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I was in the area and decided to try this place out. The moment we walked in we were greeted, the customer service was excellent. Ladies were very nice. Everything looked fresh and delicious. It's been a long time since I've had a poke bowl that I didn't need to add anything to it, the sauces they put on made it that more flavorful. Everything from the rice to the crab mix, to the spicy tuna was amazing. My husband got the spicy tuna and albacore tuna and octopus everything was great and fresh. When we are in the area again we will definitely be back. If you're looking for a great poke bowl, come try it out! read more

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Alisha M.

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Grabbed a quick to-go lunch from Poke OC with two friends and we all got poke bowls -- no regrets. Fish quality was super fresh, and the staff was incredibly kind and efficient. Shoutout to them for moving fast even during the lunch rush. Also... major bonus points for unlimited toppings and no upcharge for avocado -- love that. Will definitely be back! read more

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First time...sublime. Fast-food modern decor. Server was very helpful and polite. I had a large bowl which was the perfect amount of deliciousness. I chose spring mix base; avocado side; octopus 2 scoops, scallops 2 scoops, tuna 1 scoop; mild spicy; ginger, masago, seaweed salad toppings. Their house sauce was great. All items looked and tasted fresh. I didn't think the tuna was great quality, the scallops were okay, but the octopus was outstanding. Next time I will probably order just octopus 5 scoops for the protein! read more

Poké OC - Large bowl on left. - Poke Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Maria M.

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I found a long hair in my poke wrap. Super disappointed because I drove down to NB specifically grab Poke OC.

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Ann L.

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I was in the area for an appointment and decided to give Poke OC a try. I was a little intimidated by the ordering format but the staff behind the counter was very helpful and it is amazingly simple. The ambiance is more of a take out vibe but it is clean and bright inside. There are no seats and you order at the counter adjacent to the cash register. The poke bowl items are located in metal containers placed behind glass partitions and they appeared to be very fresh. There were servers that place the items you want in a take out bowl. I ordered the regular size bowl (there is an option to order a large bowl) with a base of brown rice and spring salad. The protein I ordered were tuna, spicy tuna and shrimp. The sides I ordered were avocado and crab (imitation) and the toppings were edamame, ginger and green onion and I picked a mild spicy sauce. The combination was amazing and everything tasted very fresh. I would definitely return! read more

Poké OC - Regular size poke bowl - Poke Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Kenny F.

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I got a delicious fresh poke bowl. $16 for a regular bowl. They are fast and friendly.

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Vanessa R.

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Such a cute little poke spot! I came during my lunch break and service was quick and the staff was super nice! I love how there's so many sauce and topping options. read more

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Good poke spot! A nice local mom & pop shop. Very fresh, good flavor, good toppings, good sauce options. Glad I came! Would come again if I'm around town! Service was very kind. Sat outside for a quick bite before heading back to work read more

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Andrew L.

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One of the best Pokes I've had around here, it's a good choice for a quick lunch during work day. Fresh enough that I've never had issues after eating here, even during hot summer, that's all you need to know haha. read more

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Justin P.

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Nice little hidden gem in an office complex in Newport. Tried it on my lunch break for the first time today & I was pleasantly surprised... service was great, food was great & they got me right in/out of there. Will definitely be back! read more

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Alyssa A.

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No seats inside but there's a couple small tables outside. Service was wonderful, all of the employees were very friendly as they were taking my order. I got a regular poke bowl with salmon, tuna, and spicy tuna. Not the most fresh fish in my opinion (I've gotten a bit picky since eating poke in Hawaii), and I noticed the tuna had a fishy taste to it. I do appreciate that the scoop of avocado didn't cost extra, and that there were no limits on how many sides and toppings we could get. Wouldn't be my go-to poke place because of the fishy taste, but their price for a 3 scoop bowl is fair and all the employees provided excellent customer service, so perhaps I'd give it another try if I was conveniently nearby. read more

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Lauren B.

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I have been coming to this place for the past 3 years and it is probably my favorite poke place in the area! The quality of the fish is amazing and fresh, the price is very reasonable and even the portion sizes are great! I love that the sides are unlimited and you get a free scoop of avocado which is unheard of these days! Also always get great customer service. Love supporting this place :) read more

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Deanne B.

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It's a testament to the food and service that I deal with this god forsaken parking lot. Besides that, they do sushi wraps OR bowls, which most places don't. The fact that Sweetfin is charging through the nose for basic bowls while this place exists two blocks over? Criminal. I'll take Poke OC any day! read more

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Colin T.

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You want some quick and simple poke bowls? You've found the right place! Came in during lunch time, hit the 'lunchtime rush' and was helped out in less than five minutes. The choices were straightforward, the flavors of the salmon, spicy tuna, and scallops were great! And ultimately the cost was not wallet busting. Thanks for the treat Poke OC! Let's go!! read more

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Dean W.

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Checked this place out for the first time today - came right after the lunch rush since I read all the other reviews warning about lunch hour and parking. The parking lot is small and the spaces are tight - but I was able to see a few free spots when I pulled in. One of the few lots in the immediate area that doesn't require you to pull a ticket when you pull up. There was zero wait when I came in - I was greeted right away and opted for the Large Bowl. Your sides include avocado - which is a nice touch, when most other poke places charge you for it. I opted for all-salmon for my protein - regular bowl comes with three scoops of protein, while the large bowl comes with five scoops. Opted for the spicy mayo - and the friendly clerk asked if I wanted some on my rice as well. Everything tasted fresh - the rice was soft and moist - which is a plus, since I've been to places where the rice would taste old or dried out. The fish was fresh, and the protein portions were good. I think they gave me less rice anticipating that I'd get a lot of toppings, but I don't like to stuff my poke bowls too high since it really gets in the way of enjoying the fish. I do wish they provided another layer of rice since you can see how "deflated" my bowl ends up looking in the photos I provided. It came out to a little over $18 with tip, condiments behind you when you checkout. read more

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Frank W.

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High quality tuna, great service, and fast. Highly recommend this place. Some nice spots to eat outside too. read more

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Deb H.

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My large poke bowl with white rice left much to be desired: Rice was chewy and warm which slightly cooked the fish. Also, somehow the whole thing just tasted watery which was not a good thing. Quality of the fish was ok but not amazing. Sauces were fine. Also ordered the Poke Wrap that also tasted bland and had the same unappetizing chewy white rice. Not impressed. Looked better than they tasted. read more

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Erwin R.

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A solid poké place that serves good amount of poké that also tastes pretty good. The toppings and fish tasted fresh and the sauce was delicious. They also had some sauce cups you can grab too if you'd need some more. Each bite was crunchy and refreshing. The service was great and helped if you weren't sure what to get. Definitely going to come back. read more

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Brent C.

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Food, Service and Ambiance excellent, very respectable family and lunch crew who tend to customers. Sushi is outstanding, so are veggies.

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Bailey M.

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One word, Incredible! This is some of the best Poké I have ever had and will continue to have. The options are all so fresh and the lovely ladies behind the counter make it with such care and speed. It is such a happy lil spot and I love getting my lunch here and sitting outside in the fresh air. Thank you OC Poké read more

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Ray M.

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one of the few times i reviewed a location and i want to say, this place is so good. all the seafood is fresh and tasty and really amazing on the palate. the workers were very kind and suggestive when your unsure on what to eat. The inside is a little small but cozy and are easy to access with condiments and utensils on the side. 10/10 would go more often if i lived closer ‍ read more

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Dustin R.

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Probably the best poke bowl I've had outside of Hawaii! Incredible fresh ingredients, tasty fish, and amazing sauces made in-house! I will definitely be back here. They have some nice spots to eat outside, too. Really nice people working here. read more

Poké OC - Regular size poke bowl with spicy tuna, tuna, and shrimp, with crab, avocado, and assorted veggies with white rice - Poke Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Sasha P.

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Amazing poke and location. Near the office buildings in Newport so convenient to get on my lunch break. Quick service, clean store.

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Trinna H.

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DO NOT GO HERE! I had their TUNA & within 30 minutes I had to go to the hospital. They use old tuna, that clearly should have been thrown away, I eat tuna & poke all the time and never had any problems from other places. You can tell they tried saving OLD FISH to make it last. My entire face and body broke out in hives and turned bright red. I was not okay, would not want anyone to go through this Fish Contamination sickness. DO NOT RECOMMEND. read more

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This place is good. The large bowl had 5 scoops included. Granted the scoops themselves weren't big but it worked for a large bowl. The price is what it is..with Green tea and large bowl, $22 bucks. No indoor seating but there are community tables outside. Bring a sweater or jacket if it's breezy outside. Will easily come again. read more

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After reading the other Yelp reviews, I decided to stop by this poke spot. The food is very fresh and the portion is very generous. It gets busy for lunch but the line moves quickly. The service is great and the asian woman had great energy and great vibes. She greeted everyone with a smile. If you are in the area, come by this place. You wont be disappointed. I'll be back, this is going to be my go to since I work in the area. read more

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Great poke. Ingredients were fresh and as good as it needs to be. But I have a word of advice for the owner. It is 2025. No company is making their employees wear masks anymore. It's more of a turn off than anything positive. Allow your employees to breath freely. Covid is long over now. read more

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Pretty decent poke! It wasn't too far off from our hotel. However, it was located at a strange location. The staff was super nice, and I really liked that a lot. The poke was super fresh too! read more

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Great, friendly staff with a desire to make your bowl jus the way you like it. Fresh ingredients and clean. Pick your base of white or brown rice, spring mix or combination of two. Large chose of toppings and good selection of pure proteins. No premixed here. I love choosing my level of heat to my bowl and how it's tossed with the proteins. I recently watched a new employee learn the placement of the toppings. Who knew there was a system to adding your favorite toppings to your poke bowl? It's this kind of detail and care that I highly recommend OC Poke. Ps while they never brought back the inside seating after Covid, there are tables outside that share a lovely courtyard area. read more

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Tiffany R.

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This is literally the BEST poké spot in town! My husband and I don't go anywhere else for poké.

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Best poke bowl and price in this area! I've ordered delivery and gone in person and the workers there are so nice! Ingredients always are fresh and so many options to choose for your poke bowl. read more

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3636 Birch St
Ste 170
Newport Beach, CA 92660
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(949) 679-3633
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Hours

What time does Poké OC open?

Poké OC opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

What time does Poké OC close?

Poké OC closes at 4:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Poké OC is closed on Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 10:00 AM - 4:00 PMSat-Sun Closed

Payment methods

Does Poké OC take Bitcoin?

No, Poké OC does not take Bitcoin.

Does Poké OC take credit cards?

Yes, Poké OC takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Poké OC have catering options?

Yes, Poké OC does have catering options.

Does Poké OC have a happy hour?

No, Poké OC does not have a happy hour.

Does Poké OC serve alcohol?

No, Poké OC does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Poké OC allow dogs?

No, Poké OC does not allow dogs.

Does Poké OC have TVs?

No, Poké OC does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Poké OC have bike parking?

No, Poké OC does not have bike parking.

Does Poké OC have outdoor seating?

Yes, Poké OC has outdoor seating options.

Does Poké OC have parking?

Yes, Poké OC has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Poké OC wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Poké OC is wheelchair accessible.

Does Poké OC have free WiFi?

Yes, Poké OC has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Please note that The serving time of the poke bowl & wrap is from 10:30am to 4:00pm on Monday thru Friday and closed until further notice on Saturday

History

Established in 2017.

lots experience for raw fish food for past over 10 years

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Billy's at the Beach

Popped in for my 54th birthday. Immediately upon arriving, the service couldn't have been any…read morebetter and the ambience second to none. We ordered the seared Ahi and the appetizer platter. As a main course, I ordered the surf and turf. Not only were the appetizers great,the cocktails great, the service was second to no one. Thank you for welcoming me and my crew of 17 this night and taking care of us as though we were members of your family. A lot of people will take the time to report about bad, I'm trying to take the time to report about GOOD . Everything about this night was GOOD ! While I walked out the door, the manager gave me a beautiful bucket as I purchased myself a beautiful T-shirt to wear and remember the time that we spent here to celebrate my 54th birthday.

Came in for dinner with my girlfriend and her meetup group after a Duffy boat harbor cruise…read more Convenient because Billy's at the beach and the Newport elite harbor tours share a parking lot. Food was tasty, the location is fantastic right on Newport harbor with many tables having a wonderful view of the water and passing boats. Prices are reasonable for a waterfront dinner in Newport. Parking in their lot is valet only with a charge of $25 so not cheap but very convenient. There are lower cost options if you're willing to walk a block or 4 for street or municipal lot parking spaces. Service was good and attentive, especially considering the size of our group, 11 people. Tip is included in large groups. We would return in the future.

Coconut cream pie. Surprisingly delicious!

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Billy's World Famous Mai Tai

Aloha Stacks

Aloha Stacks definitely lived up to the hype. We tried several dishes, and everything was fresh and…read morewell-prepared. Portuguese Sausage Loco Moco - 4.3/5 The gravy could have had a little more flavor, but the Portuguese sausage was excellent, and the eggs were cooked perfectly. Overall, it was a really solid dish. Spam Fried Rice - 5/5 This was the star of the meal. The Spam was cooked perfectly in large, crispy chunks, the eggs were spot on, and everything was packed with flavor. I'd order this again without hesitation. Spam Musubi - 4.7/5 I usually prefer musubi that's fully wrapped so it doesn't fall apart, but this one was still excellent. The Spam was cooked perfectly, and the teriyaki complemented it without overpowering the flavor. It tasted like a higher-quality version than most places I've tried. Stacks Burger - 4.5/5 My son ordered the burger and really enjoyed it. It's very saucy, so cutting it in half makes it much easier to eat. Flavorful, juicy, and definitely worth ordering. Overall, we had a great meal. The food was fresh, the portions were generous, and everything tasted like it was made with care. We'll definitely be back!

Tried this location for the first time. Chill vibe with plenty of seating inside and out, and…read moredecent service the day we came. Glanced at their huge selection of choices. I was craving Ube pancakes, which I've had before, but we both decided to go savory instead. Order up: - Loco Moco x2 My husband got his with pork hash (not pictured), which he said could have used more pork hash but enjoyed it regardless. I ordered mine with chicken fried steak, which was the size of the circumference of the egg, a great choice! We both were glad they didn't skimp out on the gravy though. The eggs were perfectly over-medium like we ordered too! Our bellies were content! CHEERS and happy eating till next time...

Ube Coconut Belgium Waffle.

Chicken Katsu Curry

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Aloha 21 Hawaiian BBQ

We were looking for catering for my daughter's birthday party and remembered how generous Aloha…read more21's combo portions usually are, so we decided to give their catering a shot. We had about 25 guests and ordered a large beef teriyaki, large chicken katsu, medium chicken teriyaki, and a medium mac salad. The trays were overflowing--there was honestly enough food for 40+ people! Most importantly, the food was absolutely delicious and every single guest loved it. I'll definitely be back for our next event (though I'll probably scale down to medium trays next time because the portions are HUGE). Highly recommend!

Likes: + Yummy Hawaiian bbq…read more + Their classic teriyaki & katsu sauces. + Feeds 2. + Nice staff. + Very fast service. + Good amount of indoor & outdoor seating. + Ample parking. + Pleasant ambience. I had: $18 #4 bbq mix + tax = $19.38

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Tiger Plate

Two words....Poke Nacho!…read more I have been enjoying this place a few times now. Food is always fresh and the service has been great.

Good fish quality! I would recommend getting just the salmon as I received much more tuna than…read moresalmon. The shoyu is heavy and can drown the fish out pretty easily. Cucumbers aren't marinated. Overall, good fish but flavor was lacking

Inside, ordering counter, and kitchen

Poke 6 oz Bowl and Poke Nacho. 5/5

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Spicy Mayo (6oz) & Avocado Musubi

808 Local Hawaiian Grill

808 is a tiny 3 table, very unassuming place but don't let that fool you! You can feel the good…read morevibe from the moment you walk in and it continues in your interaction with the workers. Nothing crazy, just genuine good energy where you can tell they enjoy what they do and are happy to talk to you. I ordered a Ka Moa combo plate with teriyaki chicken and chicken katsu as well as spam musubi. The food was, in a word, delicious! The chicken katsu was solid, not as crispy as I would like but I did take it to go so that factors into that. The teriyaki chicken was outstanding, perfect flavor, a slight sweet char taste where it was flame kissed, I would order this again and again! Their Mac salad is different from what you get from an Aloha or Ono, not as sweet and didn't have the tang but even with that I enjoyed it and would eat it again. The only thing I would skip next time is the musubi. While it was okay in flavor the ratio of rice to spam was so far skewed it didn't seem worth it. As a whole this spot is incredibly solid and more than worthy of a 5/5! I look forward to coming back and highly recommend you check it out

I loooove this place! The portions are huge and you can't go wrong with any of their combo…read moreplates--the Aina and Momona are my fave. They use a fatter noodle in the mac salad which I really like! Their poke is also quite fresh. I've been coming here for years and service is always quick and friendly. I always call ahead to order just to save time. It has limited seating and definitely more of a grab and go spot than a sit down place.

Momona plate- the meat trio consist of ribs, kalbi and chicken

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Tasty Hawaiian BBQ & Local Food

Nice portions! Quiet little spot at Mess Hall Market!…read more I always love Hawaiian BBQ spots that give lots of meat. All the meats were nicely charred, the Feast plate fed me for two meals! Service was quick, they were super nice! This place is located inside a food court at the Flight. Parking is validated, but there's free parking towards the entrance!

Convenient Hawaiian bbq located in a mess hall…read more I tried the feast combo for $24, which came with fried shrimp, chicken, and beef. It's a little expensive, but the meat portions are big and I had enough leftovers to make another meal. It definitely feels like a quantity over quality type of spot. The meat was also only a bed of raw cabbage, which I thought was cut too thick and made for an inconvenient bite. While the location is probably busy and lively during lunch with all the corporate offices nearby, it was nearly empty in the evening. There is validated parking for the mess hall, and also a park across the street that has a free parking lot.

Island Favorite Garlic Chicken

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Shrimp Truck Style Plate

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Little Billy's

Locally owned & operated

Kid friendly

My favorite place ever I go here every week after yoga and Billy is the absolute sweetest!read more

I've been wanting to try Little Billy's for a while, but every time I come by there's a line -- and…read morenow I totally understand why! The line/wait situation was a little confusing and I was definitely getting hangry , but everyone I spoke with was SO nice. I believe the owner even came over and was incredibly apologetic and kind about everything. They ended up giving me a pancake, which was such a sweet gesture. I ordered the buttermilk pancake and the chicken Caesar wrap and OMG -- both were amazing! The restaurant is also super cute inside, has a good amount of seating, a great menu, and really friendly service. I'll definitely be back! Just be prepared that there may be a wait... and maybe don't show up hangry like I did.

Breakfast Near Me| Little Billy's Cafe in Newport Beach

Cafe | Little Billy's Cafe in Newport Beach

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Little Billy's Cafe in Newport Beach

Bacio di Latte

Always a great experience. Hard to find gelato better than what you get at Bacio di Latte. The…read morestaff are always friendly no matter the location, patiently providing samples without making you feel rushed despite the long lines of people waiting. Tip: they have a kid's portion that is $1 cheaper than the piccolo size which is only one scoop, slightly smaller than a standard scoop, even in a cup. So getting piccolo in a cup (2 scoops) is a better value for what you get. Just wish the kid's portion was proportionally cheaper.

I've been here a couple of times, and the gelato is amazing. It has a rich, creamy texture and so…read moremany delicious flavors to choose from. There are so many good ones that I still can't decide which is my favorite! If you're having trouble choosing, they'll let you sample a few flavors before making your decision. The service is always good, and the staff is friendly and energetic. The only downside is that there's almost always a line, and the wait is usually at least 15 minutes. Personally, I'm not a fan of waiting that long for gelato, so unless I'm bringing friends or family who haven't tried it before, I don't come very often. I'd rather skip the wait and grab dessert somewhere else One thing I highly recommend is getting the waffle cone. They make them fresh in-house, and they're so good! They have a wonderful vanilla flavor that pairs perfectly with the gelato. The shop itself is beautiful. The floor-to-ceiling shelving around the walls gives it and elegant look. The decor is clean, neutral, and inviting, creating a cozy atmosphere. That said, don't expect to sit and enjoy your gelato inside, this is more of a grab and go place.

Chocolate Pistacchio Crunch & Strawberry Cheesecake | $8.55 (Piccolo Cup, Up To 2 Flavors)

A modernly chique and inviting interior.

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Pesca, strawberry and cream

Mario's Butcher Shop

Another review for Mario's Butcher Shop…read more Was the food good? How was the service? Blah, blah, blah... Does it really matter? All we really want to know is this: Was it good enough, and would you come back? For me, the answer is a big YES! Parking was a little scarce, and the line was out the door, but don't let that fool you. The service was quick, friendly, and efficient. Better yet, the food was absolutely delicious. I ordered the burger, and my wife had the chicken salad sandwich. Both were fantastic, and we'll definitely be back for more!

The fries were good and the fresh was well battered. Dare I say a tad too expensive for what you're…read moregetting? It's nice. Service was okay as they are mainly a butcher shop? I'd go back to try other sandwiches but it's def a "splurge" for a sandwich.

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Spicy Italian sandwich

Moulin

I normally don't eat at French restaurants. Not because I don't like it, I'm just used to food from…read moremy culture. We also came here to use our rest credit. Our server who I forgot his name was super nice and attentive. My husband got chicken and I got duck and both dishes were delicious. We also got a Brie cheese dish as appetizer and it was amazing as well. The vibe and the decorations felt really welcoming and authentic. If we're in the area in the future, we will for sure come back.

Came in today to pick up two simple things and walked away frustrated by both interactions…read more First was a gift card. The lady who helped me - dark hair, really overly colorful eye makeup, and tattoos - processed the transaction but handed me the card without a receipt. When I asked for one, she spent a moment at the screen and then told me she couldn't print it because she had already closed out my tab. I was confused why 1) she didn't give me a receipt in the first place, then 2) she decided that was the only solution - to tell me it could not be done. After I asked her to find a solution as I needed a copy of the receipt, she finally asked her colleague beside her, who pointed her to the right place, and, voila, the receipt was printed. Leading with "I can't" is never the right customer service instinct, especially for something as basic as a receipt. I also tried to buy the butter they import from France. I stood at the case for several minutes with no acknowledgment. I finally walked over to the nearest employee (her name was Lucy) who was finishing up with a customer at the register right next to the butter section. I politely asked if she could help me when she was free. She looked at me, nodded, and said she would. Then proceeded to assist every customer who lined up behind that original customer without once glancing back in my direction. In fact, I had enough time to walk to the bakery, go through the entire gift card situation as mentioned above, and return to the butter section, and Lucy still hadn't looked over. I left without the butter. Moulin used to have fantastic service. I don't know where those regulars went, but two strikes in one visit, with two different employees, is hard to brush off.

PECAN PIE in individual and large size - Collection Fall 2023

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Best Patio in town!

KIT Coffee

Warning: this place is busyyyyyyy…read more Came in on a Sunday morning and it was packed both inside and out. Even with that being true, we got our order fairly quickly and the person that took our order was kind and it was smooth. I had the orange top coffee (I believe it's new) and it was great, super fresh and it was perfect for the already hot morning. My husband had the strawberry matcha and he really enjoyed it as well.

I got the Strawberry Alarm Clock (how cute is that name?) and a Breakfast Burrito with no meat…read more There was a line when I went, but it moves quickly. There were people inside and outside. There was also a table for online orders that had a lot of orders on it. They were very busy. My drink was ok. It wasn't really strawberry forward nor espresso forward. They were present but they were very subtle. I felt like it was milk more than anything else. I really liked the burrito and did not miss the meat at all. I liked the shape of the burrito. I also liked that it was flatter than a normal burrito, because it made it easier to eat. It does come with a red and green sauce. Both are good. The red sauce kind of reminded me of Taco Bell hot sauce.

Dark Chocolate Latte- excellent

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AVO toast and companion

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Seaside Donuts Bakery

Absolute OC essential. Theyre open 24 hours, all of their donuts are awesome but I personally…read morereally love their apple fritters. The staff working are super quick and keep the lines moving. GET THE GREEN THAI TEA liquid gold

Nice little spot ran by some rad people. It gets busy so don't expect to get in and out in seconds…read more Got the basic of the basic: Glazed donut Chocolate long John Maple bar Good donut ,fresh and what you'd want from it.

Turkey cheese jalapeños croissant yum

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Scratch Bakery Cafe

Egg sandwich with the MANA BREAD was so buttery with a loaded amount of eggs!! The bacon was thin…read morebut pretty crispy and the bread was very fluffy. It felt like an English muffin with more pillowy thickness. The COFFEE and KNOCK KNOCK FLIGHT is a must. Each flavor is unique and delicious! I expected a sugar overload with random coffee pairings but the thoughtfulness behind the flight is appreciated. The drinks were different types of espresso to milk ratios with little to no sweetness to balance out each flavor of knock knock! I don't want to spoil it but this spot is not just popular for its prime location and its knock knocks should be famous cause I will be back at their front door.

Wow! The trip exceeded my expectations. The egg sandwich on their special bread was absolutely…read moreperfect. A good amount of buttery eggs and crispy bacon wrapped in light and fluffy bread. The flight of coffee with the pastries was so much fun! Or only do you get sample many different knock knock flavors, but you also get to try a nice variety of hot and cold coffee. The pairings are also well done in that they do actually complement one another. The restaurant is clean and the service was great! We grabbed some cinnamon rolls to go which we'll have tomorrow morning. They look and smell amazing. This place is worth a visit!

Breakfast sandwich with sausage

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Grilled chicken Sandwich

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