Been coming to uroko poke for years now. We were on our way to a show at the orange coast college planterium and wanted a quick dinner before we went to the show. Uroko poke was close by with good food. I like their program of having people write their orders on the check sheet so that everyone gets exactly what they want. You hand the preparer your sheet and they create your bowl to order. Walk down the preparation line while your bowl is prepared and pay at the end of the line. Take your food to your table and enjoy. Restaurant is clean and airy. Lots of tables and seating options. I'll definitely be back read more

Uroko Poke - Front signage - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Stopped by on a Sunday around 7 PM and was in and out of the ordering line in about 10 minutes, which was impressive considering how busy it was. I built my bowl with a half white rice, half salad base and chose crab, spicy crab, avocado, white onion, cucumber, and corn for the toppings. I appreciated that avocado didn't cost extra. For protein, I went with double salmon and eel. The salmon tasted fresh and was easily the best part of the bowl. The eel was fine, but nothing particularly memorable. I had it all with the Wasapon sauce, which added a nice creamy kick without overpowering everything else. I also added green onions, fried onions, garlic chips, and masago. The only thing I'd point out is that the masago portion was pretty small, and extra costs more. We didn't try any of the drinks, although they had a decent selection available. The total was a little pricier than I'd usually like for poke, but signing up for their rewards brought the price down enough that it felt more reasonable. Parking was easier than expected. The lot was almost full, but we still found a spot without much trouble. Service was friendly and efficient throughout. Overall, it's a solid poke spot with fresh fish, plenty of customization options, and quick service. Not the cheapest bowl you'll find, but I'd come back, especially for the salmon. read more

Gotta be the best poke bowls in OC. Fish quality is consistently a step above other OC restaurants, plus similar cost for much larger serving size! I must make a comment on how perfect the rice is every time. I consider going here and ordering rice only. Lovely restaurant! It has a unique open dining area, very well accommodating for groups. Almost feels like you're eating at a Texas bbq * if getting spicy mayo, ask for light! They tend to douse your fish in spicy mayo lol read more

Uroko Poke - Poke Bowl - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Loved this poke spot which has such great value for what you get. The portions are big and even enough for leftovers. This restaurant operates assembly line style where you choose your bases, proteins, vegetables, and toppings. I got a 2 scoop bowl for $15 with salmon and tuna. Both of the fish types tasted fresh and the scoops were pretty generous. They even manually mix the proteins and veggies with your sauces of choice. I also love how I could add crab salad, avocado, and masago without extra cost. They have a lot of variety in their menu which is nice. The line was pretty efficient even though it was a bit busy. The interior is pretty spacious with lots of seating and tables. Bathrooms available. They also have free parking next to the restaurant. If I lived in the area, I would regularly come back! read more

Uroko Poke - 2 Scoop proteins - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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UROKO POKE @ BRISTOL ST It was super fast to get the bowls, and it was super super fresh. I would say it's super hard to find parking on the area, but overall a great place to grab a quick healthy lunch. read more

Uroko Poke - Poke bowl - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Genuinely one of the best poke places in OC, a bang for your buck. I love getting a 3 scoop and I think it's super cool you can get so many toppings too. I absolutely love this place and would recommend :") read more

Uroko Poke - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

The poke was okay, it's located near the lab and right off the 55 which is super convenient! The workers are really nice and it looks super clean. The only thing that really threw me off was the smell -- it smelled like a bathroom in there and it made me not particularly want to eat the food and made me question the cleanliness of the restaurant. Maybe I came on a bad day. read more

I was craving poke but didn't feel like going to the spot in Huntington I usually go to. Uroko had a lot of really good reviews and it was close to where I was, so I gave it a try. A lot of people complained about parking, but it honestly wasn't bad at all. The restaurant itself is clean, bigger than it looks, and has lots of seating available. I haven't had a poke bowl in a minute but I was eager to try it out. The prices were pretty expensive. 2 small scoops of poke for $16. The bowl is packed because they put so much of the base, which in my case was rice. For my protein, I got ahi and yellowtail. Both were fresh. They also have a good selection of add-ons and sides, but the poke itself was nothing special. I will say, it's awesome that the crab salad, seaweed salad, and avocado are not charged extra. read more

Uroko Poke - Poke bowl with ahi and hamachi - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Parking is tight and limited, this place gets busy a lot, and yes it is pricey for a poke place. I have been to a couple poke places, by far this place has the flavors hands down. Super spacious inside, they have boba drinks, and the staff were nice. They have food containers and water to the side of the wall in case you don't finish your food. They also sell other appetizers as well, from fries, sushi rolls, and takoyakis. This place has tons of variety on drink selection too. read more

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Build your own poke bowl concept, perfect for when you want a quick customizable option. There's so many sauce and topping combinations you can do, and I feel like you can't go wrong with any! Out of the fish options, I preferred the salmon here. Definitely not the best or freshest poke I've had, but it does the job! Portion size is also pretty good and definitely filling! This is a solid spot for poke in OC. Very spacious place, good for a casual lunch/dinner spot. read more

Uroko Poke - Poke Bowl - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Uroko is pretty solid poke option in the area. It was my first time checking it out, and I liked it. What I thought was nice was in the toppings, they have an "extra spicy" chili oil. As a spicy connoisseur myself, I highly recommend. What I also liked is that they have so many options when it comes to toppings (including mango and pineapple, heck yeah). Another thing that I thought was nice was they mix your fish and toppings together before putting in your plate. That way, you don't need to mash everything up together yourself. The only thing I didn't like was how small their fish portions are. For the price, I get way more fish for a couple bucks less at Poke Tiki and fish quality is exactly the same. There is plenty of seating inside and good tunes playing. Parking is easy and it's in the back. read more

Uroko Poke - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Delicious food, probably the best in OC or at least the area! Great build-your-own-bowl with consistent tasting food. The prices have gone up over the years unfortunately, but I found that a 2-scoop bowl was still plenty. I was so full by the end of my bowl, it was totally worth it. The service was good - the workers were nice but you can tell they were overwhelmed. This place doesn't ever seem not busy. There's plenty of seats inside and also expect a somewhat loud ambiance. Also to note, the single lane driveway entrance to the parking lot is a bit of a mess. It's also a steep driveway (low car friends be warned). There's also an entrance if you go through the gas station. Overall, good food, filling, just a bit pricey. read more

Uroko Poke - 2 Scoop salmon bowl - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I feel Uroko has gone downhill over the years. The scoops of protein is so small. For $16, you get two very tiny scoops. I swear, they used to use a larger scoop size for their protein. While everything tasted fine, I just don't like how much I'm spending for the few chunks of fish in my plate. Also, the minimum spending is $16 for two proteins, why can't they offer a single protein one at a lower price? The masago scooper is such a joke, it was so tiny I almost said something rude out loud. They'll continue to get business because their location is great and I think people find it convenient, but I'm not returning. read more

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Decent portions but kind of slow service. Came here on a weekend afternoon for lunch. I ordered a 2 scoop bowl with yellowtail and spicy salmon. They give you a decent amount of toppings, and avocado is free here which is rare. They were pretty busy though, so in between each scoop of toppings, they would have (what I'm guessing is) online and mobile orders being prepped. I feel like they seemed a bit rushed and it was a little chaotic during the ordering; they accidentally charged me for a 3 scoop indeed of 2 but I noticed before paying. Overall a pretty good poke spot with fresh fish, and decent portions. Minus 1 because the rice seemed a little old? It was kinda dry but also mushy at the same time. Other than that, would recommend for a fresh and tasty lunch! read more

Uroko Poke - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Essentially is Chipotle style poke. Great portion size and surprisingly good fish. Location/Parking: kind of tough to find parking. Lot is pretty small considering how big the establishment is. Service: servers were friendly and helpful. Very fast and efficient. Vibes: large eating area, lots of people sitting for a quick bite to eat. Fairly loud and lively, especially at lunchtime. Food: I love that you get to build your own poke bowl and can choose so many different options! The fish was a lot fresher than I had anticipated and tasted pretty good with the ponzu sauce. Unlimited toppings was a huge plus. Great for a quick meal! Would come back again. read more

Uroko Poke - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I love uroko. It's become such a staple for me. The price is good, and there's always more food than I'm able to eat. They let you load up on toppings and sides. The avocado isn't extra! You really can't go wrong eating here. Their fish is yummy, but I really like the eel. I think it's an acquired taste though. Depending on what time of day you come, the parking can be absolutely terrible. It's a very small lot, so keep that in mind if you're going to bring multiple cars or need to leave in a hurry. read more

This is a bang for your buck, especially in this economy. Not only are you able to choose multiple bases with no uncharge, but avocado, seaweed salad, and crab have no additional charge. Say less! The portion is more than enough for lunch and left us stuffed. We were a little intimated with the line almost out the door, but it was very fast and only took 15 minutes from start to finish. They have a lot of indoor seating and it was busy on a Friday afternoon. The parking can get busy. ig: @cravingswithcat read more

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Second time visiting, and the parking situation is terrible. It honestly makes you want to leave unless you get lucky and find a spot. The food is good though--I ordered the two-scoop bowl with salmon and yellowtail, plus the max five toppings. For sauce, I like ponzu with eel sauce and spicy mayo drizzled on top. The fish tasted fresh and flavorful, though the portions could be a little better with how much fish they scoop. The service is pretty average, and the staff could definitely improve their customer service. On the bright side, the ambiance is nice and the space is big, with plenty of seating to enjoy your meal. They also have a café, which is a nice. read more

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Very big dining space to enjoy your poke here at Uroko! So many people dining in, you order your poke at the front and choose your toppings just like most poke spots. They are very generous with all their portions. Everything looked and tasted fresh. One thing I would add is they added way too much sauce to my poke where it felt like my whole bowl was drowning in sauce. I would ask them next time to chill on it. I would say it's a pretty average poke place with generous portions, if your in the area give it a try. read more

Uroko Poke - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

portion size was good for the price and they gave moderately large scoops plus had many topping options. was kinda crowded when we went but the line went by fast. overall a pretty decent poke bowl and would definitely revisit again. read more

Uroko Poke - byo poke bowl - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Bad spot. Worker made my bowl with ~4 scoops worth of eel on my $17 bowl, he started cooking the eel with a torch. Manager came over and told the worker it was "too crispy" and threw it all out. He remade my bowl with 2 scoops of eel and I honestly would have preferred it more cooked. Im not sure what they were thinking, definitely not much consideration for their customers or food. read more

Uroko Poke - Grilled Eel Bowl - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I had this spot long time ago and didn't come back since I didn't enjoy it as much. I gave it another try recently and it did not disappoint. You can order online and pick it up, it was pretty quick. I got the two scoop protein poke bowl with salmon. I love how they don't charge for avocado. The fish is super fresh and love the sauces you can pick from. This will be one of my go to poke spots! read more

Uroko Poke - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

First time trying dine in at uroko and it is way better than the takeout I did a while back. Fish portions were great and have good selection. Servers were nice snd recommended good sauce! read more

Uroko Poke - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

This place always hits the spot. Fresh poke, spacious place to eat, and extremely nice people. They are truly the best! Ive been going here since 2017 and they always get it right! Be aware it does get really busy around lunch time! They are very generous with the portions. I always get 5 scoops of protein with a mix of salmon and tuna. All the sides were fresh and delicious! read more

Uroko Poke - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Nothing better to cool off on a hot summer day than a bowl of fresh poke! I liked that they didn't automatically opt for the to go packaging and that there's a dine in option. We arrived around lunchtime on Sunday and there was a bit of a line but the indoor seating area is spacious and airy so it didn't feel uncomfortable by any means. I got the three protein plate and my husband got the five protein plate. I do wish they gave a little more fish per serving but it was very tasty and fresh. The veggies were fresh too and I like that there was an option to opt for spring mix or broccoli instead of (or in addition to) rice (white and brown rice offered). We also ordered teas (Thai tea and strawberry green tea) and these were such a refreshing accompaniment to our poke. read more

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I love this place! It's only about 10 minutes from my work, so whenever I'm craving poke, this is my go-to spot. I usually order the 2-scoop bowl which is around $16, and it's a pretty good deal considering the portion size and how much you get. The service is always super fast, and even during the busy lunch rush, the line moves quickly. There is seating inside, but it can be tricky to find a spot if it's crowded. Parking is also a bit limited since the lot is small, though you can park in the next plaza over and it's just a short walk. Overall, I really enjoy coming here and will definitely keep coming back! read more

Uroko Poke - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Gana was a great help ! Had an issue and you fixed it instantly! Will come back ! Great customer service read more

Uroko Poke - Poke bowl - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I asked a close friend if she had a poke place she recommended and she only gave me one rec: Uroko Poke. It did not disappoint. I met with a friend for dinner and they had plenty of seating. I got the 3 scoops which was more than enough. I went for 3 over 2 because it was just a $2 difference. The quality of the fish was fresh and the rice was good too. Overall, really great flavor and the portions are nice. I would come back! One thing to note is you might miss it if you don't follow directions because it is in an interesting location. read more

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Uroko is a fantastic poke spot. My friends and I are always down to go. I appreciate how they're consistent with quality and portions. Salmon and yellowtail are tasty! I liked the Wasapon sauce, which was like a mild wasabi ponzu. They also offer drinks and sushi, but I go to Uroko for the poke. Price-wise, it's decent for poke in SoCal: $17 for a 3-scoop bowl, and I'm usually happy and full after eating the whole thing. I believe avocado didn't have an extra charge, which made me even happier. Staff are efficient with their assembly line workflow, so the wait in line doesn't take too long. Indoor seating looks and feels worn with the scratched up, wobbly tables, but at least it's available and not cramped. Parking is tricky most of the time because it's a small lot shared with other businesses. Many spaces are specifically for the pub there, and sometimes people are waiting in their cars for the next open spot. I guess you could park at the Mitsuwa plaza next door and walk over. read more

Uroko Poke - Salmon and yellowtail are great here! - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Always come here. Fav build your own poke bowls. Wish they gave a little more fish. read more

Uroko Poke - Food - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I was so excited and happily eating my bowl until I noticed something shining back at me as I tilted my bowl. I really loved this place but after seeing this piece of plastic made me so sad. I'm really disappointed right now :( read more

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Uroko never disappoints! Uroko is a fast-casual poke place where you line up and choose the items on your bowl like Chipotle. Their staple is the poke bowl where you can choose your protein, sides and toppings. They also have some premade bowls like seared salmon, volcano bowl, etc. if you don't want to have to choose. They also had some sushi rolls, sides and a lot of boba/smoothie options. I opted for salmon, tuna on top of rice and broccoli, all the toppings and ponzu with spicy mayo. The bowl tasted really fresh and hit the spot. Cashier was friendly, and there was plenty of seating available when I went. They have a small parking lot, but no patio seating. A great spot to grab a quick, right bite! read more

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Limited parking + okay service + open house concept with big windows allowing for sunlight to create a warm ambience. Not sure if they still do the free miso soup when checking in through Yelp as the workers always seem confused every time I ask. Poke bowl is around ($20) and customizable. Fish is always fresh and food is delicious. Star deduction is for the service, everytime I come they're always dismissive as if I'm not standing there waiting for a pickup order / ready to checkout. read more

Uroko Poke - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

My FAVORITE place for poke!!! I go at least twice a week and I love their operation. They have a staff at every section of the line which moves the orders down quickly. It's always packed when I go and the food is always fresh. Hands down the best place for poke. read more

Used to think it was closer to 4 but have expanded by poke palate significantly after traveling and honestly trying more spots across SD OC and LA. Will still give UROKO POKE ITS CREDIT and would give it a 4.5 if yelp allowed us to get more granular with the damn stars. Positives: hefty portions god damn. Nice variety of proteins, toppings and fixings The salmon lime roll today was fresh af. I actually hadn't had their rolls before, nice little touch. And the place is kept clean and orderly which I appreciate. Hell yea. read more

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I make a point to stop by Uroko Café every time I'm in the area -- the poke here is the best. The fish is always fresh, and the signature Uroko sauce adds the perfect light flavor without overpowering the ingredients. I usually go for half white rice, half salad, with scoops of fresh salmon, and I love that avocado is included at no extra cost. There is a large variety of toppings and customizations. Service is consistently friendly and efficient, though the lines can get long during peak times, but it's worth the wait. Easily my favorite poke spot in the OC! read more

Uroko Poke - Poke - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Loved visiting this popular fast-casual poke spot by the Lab and South Coast Plaza! Finding parking in the tiny parking lot was a bit challenging and the place was pretty busy on a Saturday afternoon... but there was plenty of indoor seating! The portion sizes were very generous and poke was DELICIOUS! I ordered the 2 scoop with salmon and tuna and the fish was very fresh! There were also a good amount of sides and topping options. There was also a cafe inside for freshly made drinks. Overall, solid poke spot, very busy and I could see why! read more

Uroko Poke - 2 Scoop - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Came here because we've seen it on our feed a few times, so it seemed to be a popular favorite. Lots of selections for toppings, and they don't charge for avocado, which is the first I've seen. They also have spicy crab and regular crab and won't charge if you get both. The bowls were reasonably priced for the amount of food you can get. I got broccoli and rice, which I enjoyed; surprisingly, it was my first time getting broccoli with poke. This place is in my top 3 poke spots now. Will definitely come back to try again to try the sushi, hand rolls, and appetizers they have. read more

Uroko Poke - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Came here to write a review about how great this place is, to find out I had already reviewed it almost ten years ago! Really a testament to how quality it is that they are still around, and still putting out such great food. read more

Uroko Poke - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

The entire experience at Uroko Poke was wonderful, the service was great and the food was amazing. You choose your size by selecting between 2, 3, and 5 scoops of protein. I went with the 3 scoop option and got both crab meat, seaweed salad, cucumber, avocado and white onion for my six sides. For the protein, I chose the spicy salmon, tuna, and eel, which is a new option. The portions were generous and super value for the price, I would definitely stop by again for a poke bowl! read more

Uroko Poke - 3 scoop - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California