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Poké Bar Waikiki

4.7(34 community reviews)
Budget ($)

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Discover Poké Bar Waikiki, offering the best Hawaiian experience in Waikiki. Enjoy Budget ($) meals, explore their menu, and read reviews from the community on TasteHi.

A Fresh Take on Waikiki Staples

Forget the pre-made trays you find at grocery stores. At Poké Bar, the draw is entirely in the assembly line process that lets you dictate exactly what goes into your bowl. Located in the heart of the Honolulu shopping district, this spot caters to beachgoers and locals who want a quick, customizable meal without sacrificing ingredient quality.

Customization Meets Coastal Flavor

The ritual starts with choosing your base—opt for the warm brown rice or crisp spring greens—and then moving down the line to select your protein. The ahi tuna and octopus are the clear stars here, consistently firm and chilled. You can watch the staff toss your selection in house-made shoyu or spicy mayo right in front of you. The crunch of fresh seaweed salad and the heat from pickled jalapeños create a satisfying texture contrast that hits the spot after a morning in the surf.

The Urban Waikiki Rhythm

Expect a functional, no-frills environment where the sound of bustling tourists and local traffic hums in the background. It is an efficient operation, designed for grab-and-go efficiency rather than a lingering candlelit dinner. While the interior seating is modest and can feel a bit cramped when the lunch rush peaks, the trade-off is high-velocity service that gets you back to the sand before the afternoon heat settles in. Keep in mind that space is limited, so grabbing your container to go is often the most strategic move when the line stretches toward the door.

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Pok?? Bar Waikiki - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Pok?? Bar Waikiki - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Pok?? Bar Waikiki - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Pok?? Bar Waikiki - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Pok?? Bar Waikiki - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Pok?? Bar Waikiki - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Pok?? Bar Waikiki - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Pok?? Bar Waikiki - Honolulu Restaurant Image

Location

2526 Kalakaua Ave. Honolulu , Hawaii, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96815-3641

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Reviews

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Angela NealGoogle Maps

Recently

On our last day in Waikiki we went to the open air mall and stopped here for lunch. The iced tea is worth the price. Strong and cold enough! We shared a locomoco and enjoyed it. It was enough to fill us both up! The staff were friendly and kept our tea glasses full!

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TMGoogle Maps

Recently

Accidentally found this place for breakfast, and I was pleasantly surprised!! The food was really delicious, the service was quick, and the portions were great. I highly recommend the egg Benedict and the breakfast hash with Kalua pork. We also got a side of fruit and it was very refreshing.

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Rebecca ChaplinGoogle Maps

Recently

This place was right outside of the condo where I was staying..... the smell told us we HAD to go there. When I say this place did not disappoint, I mean EVERYTHING was amazing! We had the Steak Hibachi (tender, delicious and cooked exactly how we ordered it), the Popcorn Ahi plate (hot, fresh and mild with a minor kick), and the coconut shrimp (perfectly crispy with mango salsa that was amazing). Great location, friendly team and excellent food!

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Marie-Julie CôtéGoogle Maps

Recently

It was a quiet night but it was a great place to eat the service was okay and I had an amazing Burger the loaded fries were amazing. The meat was fresh and so good it was incredible! You know when you crave a burger? This is the place to go. Badger menu as everything you want if you crave fish and anything Hawaii has to offer. Poke bowls and beautiful plates

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JessicaGoogle Maps

Recently

We found out about this spot from some people outside handing out menus. Came for breakfast 10 out of 10. The food was amazing. The waitress was so sweet. Highly recommend!

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Lil BGoogle Maps

Recently

Food was okay drinks were decent. Only thing was a server was watching me intensely behind the bar area. Very weird. And the TV that could be seen from my seat was of a saw movie. Not really the vibes I was looking for.

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Rachel WallGoogle Maps

Recently

This was the freshest plate of food I think I’ve ever had in my life. I have zero complaints. Super filling and lasted me two days. Staff was wonderful and more than accommodating. Chicken thighs, mango salsa, sticky rice and side salad with lilikoi cheesecake and a lava mocktail.

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BrookeGoogle Maps

Recently

Truthfully believe this place is over priced for the amount of food received, and was nothing special. Also, a lady fell today at breakfast and not one person that worked there checked up on her to make sure she was okay. There is no marking letting you know there is a stair (yes people should be looking down, but it’s YOUR JOB as a hostess to ensure your customer watches their step when stepping up!) I’m not surprised they walked out after being seated I would have too. Our server was rude, grant he did check up on us once after the food came but offered no additional refills on our water or mimosas or anything. Also had to flag him down to get our bill since he didn’t check up on us after the first initial “how does the food look” after being brought out. No recommendations on food, no service. Just disappointing. Truthfully better off at McDonalds down the street, or take the wait at another restaurant.

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Jacky LGoogle Maps

Recently

I stayed in Waikiki for 12 days. Went here four times. Nice location. Great atmosphere. Very nice staff. Delicious food. We had a ahi tuna, hibachi steak, popcorn shrimp, pork burger, pork quesadilla, and the most delicious fruit waffles. Highly recommend 👌

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John SchwartzGoogle Maps

Recently

I've walked by the place many times and decided today is the day and what a great experience. The food was so good and the staff was great. We had the ultimate scramble and the corned beef hash Benedict, cooked perfectly. Sit outside under the big tree, it's so nice.

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