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    Gilligans Poke Shop

    4.5 (87 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Raymond M.

    Was hoping to get the limu and shoyu ahi, but they were sold out, so I ended up going with the spicy ahi. The fish was fresh and had a creamy texture without a strong taste or smell, though I wish it had a bit more salt. The rice was okay, but could've been softer, as it was slightly on the dry side.

    Anny O.

    Poke 4/5 - very fresh and flavor is good. One of them was very saucy though so it was a bit too much and I wanted to taste the fish more. They had three options of poke to choose from. Fish dip 4/5 - good but nothing amazing. Would skip this next time Small poke shop inside a convenient store. No indoor seating so we went across the street and ate at the benches.

    Benjamin C.

    Stopped by this shop cause I was craving some poke after a long John Muir Woods hike. I got the wasabi poke bowl, a bit on the smaller side, but very good quality fish! I'm usually not a big fan of wasabi, but this was the perfect kick I needed. Definitely felt my sinuses clear after this. My friends got the Shoyu poke, so I was able to try some of that. Definitely would recommend that if you're not a fan of anything spicy!

    Spicy & Wasabl Poke bowl with brown rice and furikake.
    Yuri H.

    I'm always greeted with a welcoming smile and great hospitality. The shop is located in the Sausalito Market and has a small beach town vibe where you'll find the locals setting off the perfect laid back atmosphere very unpretentious . They usually have a selection of three pokies (Wasabi, Spicy, and Shoyu). They're all delicious. You can select up two flavors per bowl. You have a choice between brown or white rice cooked to perfection with furikake on top if you like. The Ahi tuna is very fresh with great portion size. Are you ready for it? The best part is it's $14.95 a bowl. You a grab a beverage alcoholic or non as it's a market too. And go sit by the water and enjoy the poke and the view. I highly recommend this place if you're a fan of poke, bargains, and a picturesque view.

    3 types of poke offered for the day
    Emily F.

    Stopped in and was quick and easy to order and pay. It's inside a store and didn't look around the shop but it's clean and cute inside. 3 kinds of poke to choose from or a poke bowl with just the poke and rice. There were a few side offerings as well that looked good but didn't try. We got a small container and able to try all 3 kinds. I appreciate the price by the pound was the same so you could mix and match however much you wanted in the container. Our favorite was the wasabi, then spicy, and last the shoyu poke. All were delicious and fresh.

    Spicy Tuna Bowl
    Allie N.

    This poke shop was a fun little hideaway in the back of a convenience store to visit when we were in the area. I was craving poke and brought my boyfriend here to try. The place was empty so it was extremely easy to get our order in. They had three different types available but we ordered a poke bowl with the spicy tuna. Service was quick and incredibly efficient. As for the poke itself, the overall flavor we agreed on was severely lacking. The fish itself tasted incredibly fresh and had a great mouth feel. I felt it needed more salt, soy, or just overall spice because it didn't taste like much even though it was supposed to be spicy. Only ended up here because I had a craving for poke and it was the nearest place that offered poke in the area. Probably would return to try the other flavors and hope they have more flavor

    amy T.

    If I lived closer, I'd be here all the time. Tucked in the back of the market is a hidden bonus shop serving up some of the freshest, most flavorful poke I've had in California. I found myself literally craving it today, and I used to live closer so it was worth the extra out of the way stop. There's 20 minute parking in front so grab a bowl and take it over to Swede's Beach for a nice lunch view. At $15, it's not exactly a steal--but it's absolutely worth every bite. You can choose white or brown rice, and they'll top it with furikake if you like. Just a heads-up--they're only open during the day, so be sure to swing by early!

    Poke bowl almost gone :)

    As always, the spicy tuna with brown rice did not disappoint. Also had the *special* wasabi ahi. Hit the spot. Thank you

    Melany M.

    Confused that I was walking into a random market at first but then I saw the beautiful Poke shop in the back! Super empty when I walked in around 11:11 AM. The sweet boy helped me out and catered to my 2 oz of each poke type request to which I had with brown rice, seaweed salad and some spicy garlic edamame. I would definitely say go for shoyu!! I believe shoyu is the one that has the sauce on the side - the other 2 poke flavors were okay..

    Cute shop inside Sausalito Market feels like back home in Hawaii
    Chas S.

    Gilligan's Poke is one of the few Bay Area poke shops that's owned and operated by people from Hawaii. I suppose that doesn't guarantee that the poke will be good but as a Hawaii person recently transplanted to Northern California (and who has mostly been afraid to eat "poke" here) I thought I'd open my mind for once and give this spot a shot. It did not disappoint. Gilligan's is tucked into the back of a very average convenience store in a cute residential neighborhood a couple of miles north of the touristy part of Sausalito. They have a few other items in the fridge for sale but mostly just sell three kinds of poke by the pound or in a bowl. I got a bowl with the spicy ahi and a bit of the shoyu limu ahi. The fish was really fresh, high quality, with a perfect texture and not a single string. Seasonings were tasty but not overpowering. I am a spicy ahi guy and enjoyed theirs but I loved the shoyu limu even more. So ono! This will sound petty but the one part of my poke bowl that I didn't enjoy was the rice which was dry and maybe a bit undercooked. Sad face. Next time, I'll plan better, bring a cold pack, stick to the fish, and cook rice at home!

    Tiffany L.

    So delicious! A low key hidden gem with fresh poke and great service. Highly recommend if you're in the area. You can grab it for to go and bring it to a nearby park to eat :)

    Fish quality was not the best, but still ate my whole bowl lol. Inside a grocery store

    Limu Ahi on white rice
    L C.

    Came on a Saturday afternoon, few people in line but the line moves quickly. Ordered a poke bowl with white rice and limu ahi. Fish was fresh and delicious, rice was okay. I wish the rice was stickier but that's just my preference. Would return!

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    Unexpectedly delicious. Actually comparable to poké back home in Hawaii! Will be back soon!

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