Best poke I've ever had. Super fresh, and what you get actually looks like the photos you see on their website. I had a mix of tuna/salmon with most of the topping offerings (all included). So happy this place is near my office. I'll be a regular! read more

Wow Poki - Japanese Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

Very good with lots of food choices to build your own. Nice fast service. Quiet and outside seating available. read more

Wow Poki - Japanese Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

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Stopped by on our way down from a road trip. It is located in a business plaza snuggled in between the center of a building. It is tiny but just enough space for what they serve. They have plenty of parking spaces due to its location and have seating available outside of both the front and back door and inside. They have one restroom available inside which was clean. They have water cups available next to the fountain drink machine. The instructions are clearly visible on the printed out colorful menu, the glass window and on the board above. So it was really easy to see what to do to build your bowl. It seemed like it was Korean own as both staff spoke Korean and the spicy sauce tasted like it was based on the Korean spicy gochujang sauce which went well with the poke. If you need something not spicy at all, just ask and they will show you the options. Once you pick your seafood options, they will mix them in a bowl together with the sauce and then place it on top of your base (rice, salad or chips) next to the other toppings you chose. I loved that they mixed it so that in each bite I'm not just eating one type of fish. Their miso soup was stronger than other Japanese restaurants where they are pretty bland or light. We definitely enjoyed it. The staff were both super friendly and were patient with all their customers. The portion was pretty big and the ratio of the topping to the rice was perfect. read more

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Wow. Flavor is 10/10. We are blown away of the simplicity and authenticity of this poke. A must try. From now on it will be our stop when we are in the area read more

Wow Poki - Japanese Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

I haven't been here, so I decided to go, and omg, this place is amazing. It's like Chipotle, but for poke. The service is great; they help you through the process of creating your own poke bowl. The ingredients were so fresh. It's a hole-in-the-wall, not your usual location. I would definitely recommend it, and I'll go again. read more

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Super tasty Poke! I have picked up food here several times and it has not disappointed. They do not charge extra for avocado which is a ++. Ingredients are fresh and they package the food with care (they put an ice bag in our to-go bag!). Highly recommend giving this small business a try. read more

Delicious and fresh Poki bowl of brown rice, avocado, onion, crab meat with spicy tuna, salmon and albacore topped with medium spicy sauce! So good you'd want to come back for more in this quaint poki eatery! Service is friendly and helpful. read more

Wow Poki - Quaint eatery to enjoy a bowl of delicious Poki! - Japanese Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

First time here and it was a delicious hole in the wall poke shop with fresh and tender seafood! We got a regular (3 proteins, ~$15) and large (5 proteins, ~$17) bowls. I was pleasantly surprised by the protein amount because most places have their regular set at 2 proteins! Their topping and selections were perfectly minimal to not overwhelm your bowl with too much flavor. The avocado wasn't an additional charge either!! There's ample parking and 2 outdoor patio seating areas. The back seating area was so cute with lots of plants~ read more

Wow Poki - Regular and Large Poke Bowl - Japanese Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

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This is the second time I've been here and after I ate lunch here with my wife I wondered why I haven't been here more often. The poke is delicious! My wife and I ordered the large bowl which we split --- and it was plenty large for us to split. We had brown rice as a base, avocado, cucumbers and crab meat as a second layer of ingredients followed by five types of fish (that's a large variety for any poke place --- but only for the large size): spicy tuna, salmon, tuna, albacore and yellowtail. Then we had seaweed, ginger, green onion, furikake layered over it with wasabi on the side. It was a really filling meal with very fresh fish and ingredients. The woman who served us behind the counter was very friendly. The restaurant has a very pleasant indoor and outdoor area to dine. It's a really nice spot for poke and I'll make a point to return more frequently. read more

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If you ever have the chance to visit!! Do it !! You won't regret it !! This is some of the best poke I've had in my life. First time going and everything was delicious I left that bowl empty. The sweet older lady that works there is so attentive and sweet! They will definitely be seeing me more often. read more

I love visiting San Juan Capistrano for a number of reasons, Wowpoki ranking among the highest! The portability of poke lends itself perfectly to some scenic picnic options nearby. Nestled in an out-of-the-way, tree lined parking lot just a mile or two from downtown and the Mission, al fresco diners can choose from the outdoor seating at the restaurant, or El Camino Real and Junipero Serra Park, both located nearby. Each of these parks are beautiful options with picnic tables, parking and ammenities. The restaurant has a family-run vibe, is clean, and offers lots of options for customizing the perfect bowl of poke! Servers prepare the poke to your liking, offering a base of white or brown rice, leafy greens, or a mixture of any of the above. Protien options include salmon, tuna, albacore, spicy tuna, scallops, and shrimp. With all of the usual toppings provided, the ingredients are noticeably fresh, and the portions are generous. I appreciated the server inquired about my spice level preference. Many of the "assemble your own poke bowl" restaurants also allow patrons to customize their own sauces, and I find that intimidating. I like leaving this important aspect of the dish to the experts. The food is really yummy here. The fish is fresh, the salad greens are crisp and flavorful, and they also sell miso soup and beverages. The patio is dog-friendly, and quiet, with a suburban neighborhood vibe. Wowpoke ranks highly as one of my all time favorite poke restaurants. read more

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Very good poke! Great location right next to the beach! Nice employees as well! Coming here again!

This is the best bang for your buck poke spot in town! Been coming here since high school and they never let me down. Over the years their price has steadily increased but compared to others around town, a large, at 5 fresh protein scoops, is $17.50 with unlimited toppings. Fully customizable, line style service. Staff is friendly, but depending who you get, sometimes will skimp on portions. Two patios on both sides, wheelchair accessible. Cute,small little spot with checkered floorboards in old plaza in San Juan. A must try if you're in town. read more

Wow Poki - 2 Poke Bowl Large Size - Japanese Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

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Cute little place. A bit less serving for $15 that I paid. But great to try. It taste so refreshing and the server prepared it very clean. Lots of parking read more

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The staff were super friendly, but I eat lots of Poke and unfortunately they fell short with the freshness. The fish color you could tell is not the best quality, the options of sides were good and sauce flavors were favorable. Lots of seating outdoor, they have a back and front entrance with seating inside as well. It's in a business center/office so you would miss it if you're not looking for the name of place. There was ants crawling around when I was there told the staff, hopefully they did something about it. read more

It's customizable with lots of options and fairly priced. Very simple but very good. Ask what toppings have gluten first though.

Awesome little Poke spot near downtown San Juan Capistrano! I really liked that this location was near the downtown area, but not in it. It was a nice break from the crowds. Their parking lot is easily accessible, the restaurant itself is quite small/narrow but they've used their space wisely and have tons of seating options both inside and out. The staff were super friendly and the poke was very fresh! Serving sizes are generous, I ordered a small bowl and could not finish it, lucky for me I was able to get a second meal out of it. Thanks for a great experience Wowpoki! I will definitely be back if I find myself in the area. read more

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Little hole in the wall hidden a couple blocks from downtown San Juan. Fish is good quality, no complaints there. Prices have been raised twice since I've moved down to south county last year to the point where it's 20+ dollars for a large poke bowl. If portions were slightly increased to justify the price point I'd be more than happy to return. Portions may be very skimpy depending on who is serving the fish, which has been the case my last few visits unfortunately. Overall- food is tasty and staff is nice but the price point and portions are becoming harder to justify by the day. read more

After visiting dana point caves, I was craving for a poke, so we did a spontaneous poke run at this mom & pop shop in san juan capistrano which ended up being rly nice :) restaurant was located in a very quiet area so we were the only patrons (aka introvert heaven). We ordered the large which comes with 5 proteins, with an extra scoop of spicy tuna bc didn't realize the first scoop would be mixed in the poke haha. I love how avocados are included in all the toppings and not counted as "extra" lol I'm used to being very extra so it was nice not having to be. Everything tasted fresh and service was warm & friendly. So glad we made the visit on our way back home! read more

Wow Poki - Large Poke - Japanese Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

Hidden Gem for Poki Lovers! Highly recommended. Authentic flavors and fresh fish. Excellent!

Best poke spot in town. Really really fresh. I appreciate the cuts , the aren't stringy and smaller bites. The spicy sauce is a must. I never touched it with soy sauce or wasabi. Didn't need it. The toppings were fresh and all around delish. A regular for 16 was a great deal read more

Staff were super friendly. We were helped right away. The size was pretty decent and the flavor was perfect. It hit the spot for my poke craving. read more

This is a family owned business and has seating in the front and in the back. They have great service, and I overheard some local customers complimenting them and being excited about their other location. But I gave them a 4, because I think their poke was veggie heavy. They didn't give as much crab as I'm used too, and the serving size is reasonable rather than generous. The amount I got was tasty though read more

Wow Poki - Large - Japanese Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

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Food is amazing. No fishy smell in the restaurant so you know their fish is fresh. It's more of a grab and go eat somewhere else. But who cares the food is so good and the beach is just down the street. read more

Love stopping by here on the way home to San Diego for Orange County! The poke is always fresh! They give out large portions of their fish and toppings. I love that when you order for pick up, they provide a small bag of ice to keep the poke cold. The service is quick and friendly, and parking isn't difficult to find. Definitely recommend this poke spot if you're ever in the area! read more

Best spot for Poki in this area hands down. The fish is always fresh and there are so many toppings to choose from. Hardly any indoor seating but they have a patio if you choose to eat there. Seems like a hole in the wall place because it's hardly ever busy so you can get in and out quick. If you are looking for a place for poki this is your spot! read more

Fire food, sweet workers, fast and cute dining area. Also the fish is fresh and yummy read more

Wow Poki - Japanese Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

Really enjoyed the fresh poke here. They aren't stingy with the toppings or fish. I ordered the spicy tuna, octopus, tuna, and yellowtail over salad read more

Wow Poki - Japanese Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

In simple words, delicious. It's a nice little shop that has a back entrance that most people enter through. They have all the usual from salad, bowls, and more. You pick your proteins and size and take it from there. I like anything with spicy tuna. A little sesame oil and a little bit of all the toppings and I'm a happy man. The service is really good here as the people working are very nice and smiling all the time (you can tell even through their masks). The seating area is small inside but they also have a couple days outside the back entrance as well. Definitely a must try if you're craving Poke in the birth city of Orange County. read more

Wow Poki - a bowl of food on a table - Japanese Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

Very good poke and very fast. The parking is simple and their price is good compared to other spots. read more

Wow Poki - Japanese Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

As I posted this review I had a popup warning from Yelp asking if I would consider giving them leeway because they are operating during COVID. Having slow service or slightly worse food I can understand, but considering the seriousness of what is going on, and especially considering the science denier climate of the town this business is located in, they know what they are doing. I'm changing my previous 5 star review to 1 star because they do not require or enforce masks to frequent their establishment. In doing so they have lost my business. read more

Wow Poki - I put everything in it. Nori, furikake, avocado, krab, rice, masago, tuna, salmon, hamachi - Japanese Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

This has been my go-to lunch spot for years. The owners are sweet and helpful and the food is such a winner every time I go in. Ordering online is super fast and easy and It is always ready when it says it is. The food is consistent, fresh, and always looks great. I've never had a negative experience here. The outside seating is beautiful on the little plant patio that they have set up too. read more

First time here and definitely a hidden gem for us. This place is so good. Perfect sizes of fish and love how many toppings you can have. Definitely my new poke spot to come too. It's a must try. read more

Wow Poki - Spicy Large poke bowls. - Japanese Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

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The best spot around, hands down! I used to work in Irvine & would go to their sister location, Wow Bento, all the time. When i came down to San Juan I was excited to see they had one down here also & it didn't disappoint at all I cheated on them yesterday & paid the price with one of the worst (and most expensive) poke bowls I've ever had... not going to make that mistake again!! read more

Got a large bowl of salmon/albacore/yellowtail/tuna and it was pretty good. Some of the fish felt a bit "frozen", but overall it was good and the toppings complimented the fish well. Rating is just for the food, but besides that it's a small place so I believe most people are just ordering to-go. In addition, the workers do not have masks on, so heads up to anyone who is concerned about COVID. The menu is on the glass which is useful for people with bad eyesight like me. I got it from seeing the reviews while on my impromptu roadtrip. I wouldn't go out of my way to eat here since there's plenty of poke places in Orange County, but it was decent for the price. read more

Wow Poki - Large Bowl. Fish are covered here - Japanese Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

This is a long overdue review. Wowpoki is phenomenal. I have been frequenting this spot for 6+ years. Over the years, I've easily eaten 150+ poke bowls. There has not been one time where I have been disappointed. This place is as consistent and fresh as it gets. The 3 ladies who run this place are attentive, welcoming, and friendly. And they are efficient. If there's no one in line, you're in and out in less than 2 min. The quality of the food is A1. Always fresh, always tasty. Prices are reasonable. Inside is clean, and they have patio seating out back and in front. I'll never not continue to come here, because I always leave satisfied, and I can't say that about anywhere else. Absolutely LOVE this place. Best poke in OC! read more

Wow Poki - Regular bowl with brown rice and 3 scoops of fish (tuna, yellowtail, and salmon). - Japanese Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

I love poke bowls. But unfortunately this was not the best poke bowl that I have had. The fish did not taste very fresh. And I felt like they were very stingy with the topping. Usually when you ask for seaweed salad they give a big scoop. It seemed like they only gave me a couple strands. For the price I wish they would be more generous with the toppings read more

Wow Poki - a bowl of salad - Japanese Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

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Best Poki so far! Provide an ice on top of bowl (to go) to keep the food fresh as possible... read more

Fastest Poki I've ever gotten I found WowPoki through a quick Yelp search whole in San Juan Capistrano. I was drawn in by other reviewers photos and had to stop by. It looked fresh and traditional, which was a huge plus for me. They're in a small shopping center and have a front and back entrance, both have outdoor seating. Fish was very fresh with authentic coloring. Service was great and made the first time process a breeze! I wish I lived closer to their location; otherwise I would come here more regularly. read more

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Fresh, clean, and delicious food. The staff is also very friendly. Small cozy restaurant with a nice small patio outside. Enjoyable quiet ambience. Got to eat some great quality healthy food. Highly recommend if you're in the area! read more