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    Roll Factory by Straycat Kitchen

    4.3 (316 reviews)
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    Spam Avocado Musubi Spam Egg Musubi
    Luis D.

    Ordered some lunch from Roll Factory. All the rolls and sushi seem to be purple rice based. The salmon skin salad is really good, lots of crispy salmon skin, cucumber, crunchy onions and a delicious sesame dressing, will definitely get this again. I decided to try the musubis, the egg spam was a little better than the avocado spam but I wasn't a fan of the baked cook on the spam. The amount of rice was a little too much and the texture of the purple rice was slightly off putting but the flavors were good. I wish they had option for white rice as well as purple. 4 stars

    Spam Egg Musubi
    Amanda C.

    Rollfactory by Straycat Kitchen is a fun little hidden gem tucked away in a brick alley in Old Town Pasadena. It's the kind of place you stumble upon and instantly feel cool for knowing about. The purple rice in everything there is such a fun and unique twist--definitely sets it apart from all the other sushi spots around. I got the salmon avocado roll, and it was fresh, creamy, and just the right size for a quick bite. The standout for me, though, was the egg spamasubi--it was flavorful, perfectly balanced, and honestly kind of addictive. The spot is small inside, but they do a nice job making it feel lively with lights dancing on the ceiling and colors glowing under the glass counter. It's the kind of place where you can pop in solo or bring a friend and not feel rushed. It's definitely more of a grab-and-go or quick lunch kind of spot, but that works perfectly with the chill vibes. There's a cute little courtyard right outside that feels almost secret and makes for a relaxing place to eat. I didn't try their poke bowls this time, but they looked fresh and colorful and full of variety--definitely on the list for next time. Service was fast and friendly, and everything felt really easy and relaxed. It's the kind of place where you can pop in solo or bring a friend and not feel rushed. Prices were decent for the area, especially considering the quality of the ingredients. I liked that the menu wasn't overwhelming--just solid, tasty choices. I love discovering places like this that do a couple things really well and have their own vibe. I'll probably be rolling back soon.

    Large Build Your Own Poke Bowl
    Helen L.

    Roll Factory is tucked in a little alley way next to Plants Coffee. They have poke bowls, sushi, and bento boxes, and a few other items. I've been here twice and have gotten the poke bowls both times. I love their variety of toppings and sides, as well as the quality of their ingredients. I also like how they have purple rice here and they share about the benefits of eating purple rice. Overall, it's a great spot for lunch and I've always enjoyed my poke bowls here.

    First time customer. I'll let you know how it is.
    Mark O.

    No stray cats here but what was here is a tasty poke bowl. Order the purple rice and salad half and half. The regular size is plenty of food for everyone except maybe an NFL guard or tackle. Take your time to pick out and add all the flavors and extras available. Enjoy a healthy lunch. ¡Bon appétit!

    Steel shrapnel from the dish
    Monsee W.

    This could've put me in the Emergency Room. Roll Factory has officially lost all of my trust. Good evening friends and family. This review is less of a review and more of a warning/notice. Unfortunately, this isn't a pleasant write up but it's nevertheless necessary. My wife if and I periodically visit this place when in the Pasadena area. We normally get the spam musubi but this time she decided to get the chirashi bowl ($30), the unagi bowl, edamame, and the musibi, all to-go. I'm skeptical about raw fish from a place like this and prefer an official location for sushi like "Fish King" in Glendale, Ca that offers sushi grade fish in addition to an abundance of fresh seafood. But, because my wife took a chance on it and was my only option to eat, I gave it a try. The unagi bowl was good, a bit sweet, but I'd safely give it a 6.5/10. The edamame was solid. The musubi was the same as usual, 7.5/10. The $30 Chirashi bowl unfortunately wasn't pleasant 5/10. As I sit here writing this review hoping that I'm ok to go into work tomorrow since I ate a quarter piece of raw salmon that smelled spoiled and threw the rest in the trash. Although that gave me a bad feeling, I didn't want to be rude so I moved on to the next piece of raw fish I believe was tuna. Upon chewing the tuna and rice, a sharp bone stabbed me in the side of my tounge. I fetched the sharp bone to discover it wasn't a bone. It's a sharp piece of steel that resembles an old stretched out staple. My tounge has a hole in it and stings a bit, my sinuses hold a pungent funk from the peace of salmon, and I'm still hungry. This place has completely lost all of my trust and I warn of negligence and the safety of anyone who decides to eat here. I typically enjoy leaving fun, adventurous, visual movie script like reviews because I'm not one of those yelps who run to only leave bad experiences but this called for the attention of the establishment to not only make them aware, but also to protect the customers. This experience could've gone horrible and I wouldn't wish it on anyone else so please be alert when eating out. And to the owners of Roll Factory, mistakes do happen but there's a cut off and some things are completely inexcusable, this being one. See pics

    Baked salmon bowl with mixed greens :)
    Melinda Q.

    I come here often during my lunch break because it's tasty, convenient, and quick. I oftentimes will get a salmon skin roll or a poke salad bowl, but my new favorite is a special request baked salmon bowl that the chef/owner will make for me. It's essentially the unagi bowl but with salmon instead. The salmon is cooked perfectly and served on a bed of purple rice (or mixed salad in my case) with some japanese radish/gobo, and a piping hot bowl of udon broth. I love it and am super grateful to the chef's flexibility in accommodating my request.

    Spam Avocado Musubi
    Nikole D.

    This place is a very small, casual business that serves mainly sushi, poke, and spam musubi (with some other add-ons like udon). The average price you may spend for an individual person ranges from $25-$30 for two-three items. I primarily order take-out and it would be more convenient to do the same (for the sake of parking). From the Door Dash app, it took 15-20 minutes to order and prepare the delivery. When I talk about service, I really mean the quick turnaround time between ordering and delivery, without messing up the order. This places is more than the average price of a usual poke bowl (does include two options for protein). What does make them unique is their option for purple rice which is embedded in majority of their menu items (e.g. sushi and Musubi). Some featured items to try include: Poke Bowl (choose regular or large), chirashi bowl, and a few common sushi rolls). From what I ordered, if you get the poke bowl, there was a larger ratio of rice to toppings which made it feel dry even when I mixed my bowl. However, it could be based on my choice of sauce (Yuzu Miso - gluten free). My bowl included: furikake, dried seaweed, sweet corn, green onion, cilantro, cucumber, salmon, ahi tuna, seaweed salad, tamago, purple rice (would try getting the purple rice!). 2/3 of the spam musubi options held together well with the ingredients. It was still soft, flavorful, and blended well. I wouldn't bother with ordering the Spam Avocado Musubi. The sauce and spam overpower the taste of avocado. It's another ingredient but doesn't add too much in taste or value to the appetizer. I've only had their menu items from delivery but again, the quality seems to stay consistent. Get food from here if you want something "healthy" and quick.

    Katy Y.

    We ordered a large bowl with three proteins. The freshness of the fish was average, but they do offer purple rice, which is a rare find in poke bowls! Besides poke, their menu features a variety of other dishes, including rolls, musubi, udon, and miso soup. I appreciated the customer service--when we asked for additional sauces on the side, they were more than happy to accommodate. The prices are a bit higher than typical poke places, but I suppose the location plays a role in that since it's situated in a popular area in Pasadena.

    Hiromi R.

    Two years ago, what used to be $13 for a regular, two scoop protein bowl is now an astonishing $20 for the same thing. And you only get two toppings included. Is this the norm in Pasadena for a poke bowl? I got a half/half bowl with rice and greens, and a scoop of scallop and salmon. I regretted the scallop - it was rubbery and dry, definitely not fresh. There were gross bits of greens mixed together with my bowl - also not fresh. I was quite disappointed at my bowl. Too bad, because I used to like this place, back in the day (ahem, only 2 years ago) when it was $13.

    (2) Regular Sized Build Your Own Poke Bowl (2 Sides/2 Proteins) Take-Out
    Flora W.

    Roll me up in a sushi roll and take me home because Roll Factory by Straycat Kitchen always takes care of my poke cravings. My boyfriend has taken me here twice and it just might become a regular sushi spot of ours soon. He's been here probably 10+ times before me though! I've gotten to build-my-own poke bowl and try the Chirashi Bowl here. Both of these were great and were served in such big portions. Both times, I got full after eating half and was able to save the other half for another meal. The regular build-your-own poke bowl comes with 2 sides and 2 proteins but you could go crazy with the toppings if you'd like. I mean, you can go nuts with the toppings! I usually ask for most of the toppings. I'm a salmon gal and I always get double scoop of salmon and when they say "2 scoops" they are much more generous with the scoops than what is advertised. The staff here are always so friendly, too. Everything in the Chirashi Bowl was made perfectly. From the generous sashimi pieces to the rice, I had such a fun time eating it and enjoyed the variety of toppings. I think Chirashi translates to "scattered sushi" which doesn't sound as pretty as it looks but it quickly became my favorite menu item because I get to try a little bit of everything! The sashimi isn't even the best part here because the rice is where it's really at. The rice has a slight sweetness to it and of course, the signature sushi rice texture. The sashimi has a tender, melt-in-your-mouth, smooth, silky texture, as it should! You can tell the chefs here do a great job. It's always fresh and you can taste it. I don't even feel guilty at all eating this because fish and rice are a complete meal full of vitamins, minerals, and protein. Needless to say, give Roll Factory by Straycat Kitchen a try! The poke and Chirashi Bowl are my jam but they also have tempura, rolls, sushi burritos, and more things to try. I'll definitely be back to try more things!

    Chiriashi Bowl. Comes with a soup. Not miso but like it.
    Kubo K.

    Super cute poki place! I checked in and got a free ice tea! (my order was over $30) I ordered the Chiriashi over rice. Which was so delicious and pretty! Love it. It was just what I wanted. Comes with a purple rice (black and white rice mix with sushi rice and vinegar + salt + sugar) So delicious! I am so much a fan!! No line on a Monday at 1:00. I beat the lunch rush I guess! Parking is in a structure next door that you'll have to pay for.

    Rose Roll - Contain sesame seed, purple rice. Shrimp T., spicy tuna, avocado, cucumber.
    Vanessa C.

    Great spot in Old Pasadena for a quick lunch. I eat here at least once a week for lunch. The sushi is fresh and the poke bowls are excellent. I really love their purple rice. Highly recommend stopping by for a bite. There are many tables in the courtyard to eat and enjoy the outdoors.

    Regular poke bowl (ingredients depicted in another photo)
    Vickie V.

    I was craving poke so time to use the Grubhub membership I have through Amazon. Stumbled upon this place and the reviews were good so I gave it a shot. I went with a regular salmon and yellowtail poke bowl with purple rice. All of the other ingredients are included in one of the pix. I found this bowl size to be quite a generous portion for one person. The fish pieces were small, however, and I've had bowls from other places with more fish. Also to note, some of the salmon had skin on it but it was easily removable. Everything tasted fresh and you're provided with various choices of ingredients to add to your bowl. My only complaint was that the sauce could not be tasted except on the rice. All in all, it satisfied the craving but this isn't a place that I'm going to seek out to visit again other than for convenience.

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    Stray cat roll factory only sell mochi ice cream . Taiyaki ice creams are not available anymore

    Are you still selling Poke? I am confused by the new "roll" name.

    yes we sell poke we add new menu for rolls and udon just changed name

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    Sorry, we don't have vegan ice cream.

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    4.4
    (624 reviews)
    5.6 mi
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    My #1 spot for lunch. The fish is always super fresh, and it's literally only 4 minutes away from…read morethe my office. The staff is attentive, the service is fast, and they already know exactly what I like. You really can't beat fresh fish and quick service. Jojo is my favorite. She always takes care of my poke order and somehow gives the most useful relationship advice at the same time.

    Earlier afternoon, I ordered the small poke bowl. The base is brown rice. The protein was albacore…read moreand spicy tuna. Toppings I chose were white onion, edamame, pineapple, and sesame seed. The sauce I chose was ponzu sauce. I like the spice level of the spicy tuna. One side of the albacore was grilled which was surprising. It was $15.45 for the small bowl. The price seems reasonable. One employee asked if I'd like crab and seaweed salad. I said yeah. Crab is probably imitation crab. I like that the crab and seaweed salad are free. I don't think other poke bowl restaurants serve them for free. I like how the sauces and toppings are labeled on the display cases or glass. I didn't see the trash can so I asked an employee where I was supposed to place the tray and bowl. He said he could take it. Employees were kind. One employee said I'd be paying with cash since I had a $20 bill out. There are at least 4 tables inside. Music played through the speakers. Chairs were stools. A small plant was placed on each table. They seemed real. One table had 2 chairs on each side. Tables were grouped together. There are tables outside. Natural light filtered through the floor to ceiling windows. I could feel the AC inside.

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    4.1
    (396 reviews)
    2.3 mi
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    I've been craving poke for a while now, so I'm really glad that my cousin suggested this spot today…read morefor lunch! There were plenty of parking spots in the parking lot next to it. There was a little bit of a wait to get our food though because there were only two employees there and a whole bunch of customers for them to help. They were moving very quickly and efficiently, but they just seemed a little understaffed. The store isn't too big and felt a little warm despite having both ceiling fans on. Everything looked really clean inside and all the ingredients were in a refrigerated display. They were very generous with the portion sizes! I got a small bowl, but they really loaded it up. The food tasted really fresh and tasty too! 10/10 would come again

    Solid poke spot in the Pasadena area with generous portions! :)…read more I got a 2-scoop bowl with ahi tuna and salmon, with sweet chili, yuzu ponzu, sesame oil, and sesame shoyu. I thought the fish tasted very fresh, nicely dressed in my sauce combination, and was nicely diced. I do wish my bowl were a tad saucier, as the bottom half of my bowl/purple rice was on the drier side. Besides that, the salad and other toppings were a nice, crunchy complement! (Unpictured) I thought it was interesting that this place also offered poke burritos, spam musubis, and to-go plates of sushi rolls! I'll definitely have to come back to try those out. The service here was fast/efficient, and the girl who helped me was nice.

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    4.6
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    3.8 mi
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    One of the freshest--if not the best--sushi marketplaces in town! Yama Sushi Marketplace is a small…read moreshop that is always packed with locals looking to satisfy their sushi cravings, and after my first visit, I can definitely see why. The store offers an impressive selection of Japanese goodies, including ramen, condiments, fresh sashimi, and a wide variety of sushi rolls. There are so many options and combinations to choose from. If you are looking for sashimi, head to the back of the store where they have conveniently packaged fish sold by the pound, and they will happily slice it for you. Or, if you are in a hurry, you can grab their freshly made sushi rolls from the refrigerators. On my visit, I picked up ahi tuna, salmon, and yellowtail sashimi, along with California rolls and tuna rolls. Every piece of fish was incredibly fresh with a buttery texture and amazing flavor. The quality of the fish and the perfectly seasoned sushi rice were so good that I barely needed any soy sauce or wasabi. I only recently discovered this hidden gem, but it has already become a place I will be visiting regularly. The sushi is high quality, reasonably priced, and absolutely delicious. If you are a sushi lover, Yama Sushi Marketplace is definitely worth checking out!

    I've finally visited all three (current) Yama locations!…read more I think you can definitely see the age of this location compared to the other two but it still has that old-school charm They have a good size market portion here but the refrigerated section with sushi isn't so abundant or filled, and the variety isn't as wide as the other two locations. I came around 5pm when I figured most people stop by after work or for dinner but I've been to the other two locations during similar rush-hour periods and they were well stocked with a wide variety. So I think that's the only downside to this location, their limited space. BUT that doesn't take away from the quality or flavor of the sush! I picked up an assortment of tuna, salmon, and mixed rolls. All were fresh and delicious with great rice and good fish portions! I brought these for a party and everyone loved it! Yama is still the go-to spot for "market" sushi!

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    4.4
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    Fish King is an excellent place to get some fresh and delicious seafood. I've only ever ordered…read morefrom their "galley", which I think is what they call their kitchen, but I know they also sell raw seafood as well, in addition to a few other things in their small market. One of my favorite things to get at Fish King is the plate with the swordfish skewers. This dish is honestly so unique, and I haven't found anything like it anywhere else. It's basically two shish-kebab style sticks of seasoned swordfish, peppers, and tomatoes, and it's served with a few sides in addition to fried veggies and shrimp. I also really enjoy their tacos. They also have very generous servings of poke (I personally don't get the poke from here because it's already mixed in with raw onions and I don't like raw onion). Prices are all very reasonable--the swordfish plate I mentioned earlier is around $15 and a pretty large amount of food. Fish King does get pretty busy especially around mealtimes so it's better to order in advance and pick up so that you don't have to wait around as long. I think if you order in person, you can expect a 20-30 min wait when it's busy. There's a small lot on the side of the market and sometimes you can find street parking too. There are some tables on both ends of the market so you can dine in, it's very casual.

    Fish King has been in business it seems forever. We love the place. It has the best service. I…read morethink it is family owned and Joe is great. The entire staff is great. They know everything about their fish and even the things they sell that you want to use to make your fish. The place is always clean and fresh smelling. The prices are very fair. The wait for service is never long. They have the best salmon and white fish around. They clearly get fresh fish daily. We have never had a bad experience. They even have a place to eat and they make prepared food for you. It is wonderful. Parking is easy and the staff is the best so have fun and go there. You will not be disappointed.

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