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    Aloha Fresh

    4.4 (819 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Spam Musubi $3
    AmErica A.

    I crave poke nachos and don't know if any other place that serves them other than Aloha Fresh in Japantown! The portion size is also phenomenal! You can also get an extra side of chips for $5 and I suggest you do so. Get an extra side of crab salad and your fave poke too to boot ! Everyone is so friendly and helpful here even when the line is to the door and it's 5:55PM, 5 mins before closing. That says a lot about their character and work ethic! Run don't walk!

    1. Poke Lover
    Ivan A.

    Closest thing you'll get to being in Hawaii. They even have written on the wall that the ahi is flown in from Hawaii. The wife and I have been in the bay for 6 years and this is our go to poke spot, whenever we come back down to the South Bay, we make a stop here. I always get the pokers lovers bowl. 2 poke choices and 2 sides. You can choose from different "bases". White or brown rice or salad. The unique ahi flavor is the Kalbi, think of it as savory and soy based ahi. Kakui nut reminds me of traditional poke in Hawaii. Spicy salmon is a spicy mayo based salmon poke. Side dishes include Lomi lomi salmon (tomato's and chopped salmon pieces), "ocean salad" which is seaweed salad, and Mac salad to name a few. I also love their butter mochi. Either the guava or the Iilikoi are solid. They do a promo if you order 3 versus just one. Interior is counter top service. Basically walk in the line and order the food and walk to the cashier. No where to sit inside, you'll find plenty of benches and other areas to sit and eat outside. Support local business and come through, you will not be disappointed! BE WARNED parking enforcement is active in the area. Everytime we've come, there's a bike cop, so make sure to feed your meter.

    1. Poke Lover Kukui Nut Salmon Poke - 1/2 lb. Masago Wasabi Ahi Poke - 1/2 lb.
    Natalie A.

    The Most Delicious Poke in San Jose Aloha Fresh has quickly become my favorite poke place in the Bay Area. The fish pieces are large and well seasoned. My favorite flavor is the Kukui Nut, especially on the salmon. I also think they're mac salad and ocean salad have great flavors. They offer butter mochi and spam musubi as well. 2 poke and 2 sides are $20. They also sell poke by the pound. The place can get a bit busy at lunch time but when it's less full the workers are very nice! This is more of a grab-and-go type of place, so no seating. This is the best poke by far in SJ!

    Kalbi Ahi Poke
    Diane N.

    Aloha Fresh has the right to claim its freshness! I have been coming to this spot for years and truly believe the quality has not declined at all. All their fish is so clean, all the flavors are bold without overwhelming the true essence of the tuna, salmon, or shrimp, and this is definitely the closest thing you can get here in San Jose comparable to Hawaii. This spot is located in the strip of Japantown, downtown, and has limited parking if you're going on a weekend, as a heads up. The store itself is small and is more of a grab-and-go with no seating. You enter and head straight to the back to order with their staff, and then once they pack everything up, you pay at the counter. You can order their poke bowls, hot bar food (which is pretty delicious - I like the salt and vinegar chicken), their poke nachos (which are trending, but it's not my favorite), and/or you can buy poke by weight (¼ lb-1 lb increments), which is what I usually do. At the end, you can also order musubis or their butter mochis (actually so bomb)! They have a variety of poke flavors you can try, but I will say my favorites are the Kalbi and the Smokey poke, those are the most unique. Overall, this is the number one spot I recommend for people to go when they stop by SJ!

    Poke Navhos. Spicy salmon.
    Jay V.

    In your face Hawaii vibes. Walking in it instantly reminded me of the poke places in Kauai and Oahu. If you are thinking tiki torches or other kitchy styling you are wrong. Its more like you are walking into a deli but the special is poke. Subtle. Straightforward. But good food. The fish was super fresh and the regular types were present along with their own proprietary blends. Expect prices to be close to market price such as $20 large poke bowls but it so good. The poke nachos were great. The salmon and protion was perfect at $14. The fried wonton chips were perfect that added the right flavor amd crunch. Big cuts of spicy salmon in the nachos ensured poke in every bite. The staff were friendly and answered questions. We definitely would come back for the nachos because where we live cant compare.

    Jocelyn C.

    Poke is always yummy here!! Fave is the spicy salmon and the poke nachoes is amazing. Has fried wonton chips and topped with sauces and sidesss. Can't stop thinking about it lol Quick and friendly service! It's service only and no seats but there's a close by park walking distance as well.

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    Prasiddha H.

    I had a chance to try Aloha Fresh and it was delicious. If you are looking for fresh fish and different varieties of poke, this is a great spot to try. The service is fast and ambiance is casual, so take out is how we had it! We tried a poke bowl with seaweed salad and Mac salad with the tuna shoyu poke and the spicy salmon. This also came with rice and every bite was delicious. The fish quality here is definitely top notch and I felt one of the best I have had in the bay. Will go back to try the poke nachos!

    1. Poke Lover & Poke Nachos
    Miranda L.

    I've been coming here over the years whenever my friends wanted to revisit this place but to be honest, I still don't see the quality in this place. The most recent time I went, the service was mediocre and the lady was being condescending and rushing us for no reason. The fish here also does not taste super fresh, I don't know if it's just me but it always leave a sort of foul taste in my mouth. I just don't think the fish quality is here is super high or super fresh. Although I do see the appeal in getting a bowl of poke and sitting outside on one of the benches in Japantown to take a minute and eat, maybe not with this poke. Needless to say, I don't think I'll be coming back here anytime soon.

    poke nachos
    Pauline L.

    This place is located in downtown SJ Japantown so the parking can be a bit hard to find sometimes but if you go during the day on a weekday, it should be fine! Parking is meter only though so make sure you pay for your parking. The poke nachos here have been going viral and it definitely lives up to the hype. The fish was very fresh (I got the spicy salmon). I also really appreciated how crunchy the won ton chips were (it was giving ASMR). My thing that got me was the price point. This cost me ~$16 total with tax and tip. Other than that, service was pretty friendly and quick. There are no seats inside the place, so you can eat outside or in your car. I will definitely be back if I'm in the area to try the tako poke since that did catch my eye when I was deciding on what to get but instead ultimately went for the spicy salmon.

    Poke Lover (2 poke, 2 sides)
    Kat D.

    This isn't my first time trying this place, but after a few visits I feel like I finally have a more well-rounded opinion of it. The biggest thing for me is the pricing. Bowls are pretty expensive for what you get. Around $17 for 1 poke + 1 side, or over $20 for 2 pokes + 2 sides. At that point, it almost feels like you might as well spend the extra few dollars for the larger option. Service is straightforward: you order, they scoop, you pay. The staff is friendly enough, but it's definitely more of a quick grab-and-go setup. There's no indoor seating, so plan on taking your food elsewhere. Also, make sure to ask for utensils because they don't automatically include them. One thing I do appreciate is that they offer more unique poke options, including scallops, which can be hard to find at other poke spots. That said, the flavors overall felt a bit underwhelming and didn't really stand out the way I expected. Sides: * Lomi Lomi Salmon (+ extra charge) - Honestly disappointing. It tasted mostly like chopped tomatoes with barely any salmon present. It reminded me more of pico de gallo without lime. I wouldn't recommend paying extra for this. * Crab Salad (+ extra charge) - Pretty standard and hard to mess up, though definitely mayo-heavy. Poke: * Spicy Salmon - Not actually spicy, but the flavor profile is a little different from the usual spicy salmon you get elsewhere. Less mayo-heavy, which I appreciated, and the salmon itself was buttery. * Tako - As someone who loves tako poke, this one felt bland and underseasoned. There's a slight heat to it, but overall it lacked flavor. Overall, I can see the appeal for people looking for different poke options, but considering the price point and flavor, it probably wouldn't be one of my regular poke spots.

    Poke Lovers Bowl --  All Masago Wasabi Ahi Poke (1/2 salad, 1/2 black rice), Mac Salad, and Namasu
    Jason H.

    I keep wanting to give them another chance, but the quality continues to go downhill. Do they sample what they're serving? The Masago Wasabi Ahi Poke flavor appears to be back, but the black rice was hard and clumpy -- like not enough water added when being cooked. Perhaps going between 5-6 pm is the problem. Nothing seems fresh if one goes too close to closing time (6 pm.) If I have to leave the house in the morning to get good poke, I'll just get in line at Santo Market!

    Poke Bowl
    Kong L.

    The quality is top-notch here! You definitely get what you pay for, which I really appreciated. I got poke and hot item which was the pork. They gave me a lot of the pork which took up most of my bowl. I would've appreciated a better portion between the fish and the pork. The poke was fresh and similar to the kind you get in Hawaii For the price point, they really pack your bowl along with side items. The folks here are nice and definitely doing a great job.

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    Joey Y.

    came here on a weekend and the line was long. it was quick though! i ordered the poke nacho with an extra scoop of protein and imitation crab. the wontons and the poke were great!

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    Ask the Community - Aloha Fresh

    Is the poke nachos still available? I don't see it on DoorDash anymore 😭

    Yes, for some reason they removed it from doordash but if you go in person it is still there. I think since it went viral and it is a small store they did not like the extra traffic.

    Does Aloha Fresh offer poke only per lbs?

    By the pound ($23-$26/lb) or set bowls that are not by weight. You can get a partial pound too; don't have to buy whole pound of it.

    Do they still serve Hawaiian honey cones?

    Sorry, not at this moment! That was a special pop-up.

    Do you guys sell party tray of butter mochi?

    yes! a tray of 24 for $48

    Is all the poke made with soy sauce? Is there any gluten free options?

    There are multiple poke options that do not contain soy sauce such as: Hawaiian ahi… 

    How busy is the place and has the quality or freshness gone down since quarantine?

    The place is still busy and fresh! I've gone a few times on weekends and there's always a line. You can order ahead online and pick up.

    Are there any vegetarian plant-based "hot food items" like tofu available?

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