Hokibar Photos
HOKIBAR ATMOSPHERE
You might also consider
Recommended Reviews - Hokibar
Start your review...
Reviews With Photos
I got to check out Hokibar for a Yelp Elite event. Hokibar took place of the Zoe's Kitchen next to Jack Stack. Right when we walked the staff was very welcoming and friendly. There are kiosk that you can start your order or go up and order. It reminds me of Chipotle style ordering. Where you select your base - meat - veggies/ build your own or do a signature bowl. I went ahead and got a signature bowl for the Spicy Pork Bulgogi. Oh man, best decision ever!!! The meat was so flavorful. I also got the spam musubi. Overall, an excellent experience and I high recommend! I will definitely be back whenever I am in the area.
You ever have lunch somewhere and by dinner time you are ready to go back? we ate here and I couldn't stop thinking about the rest of the day. It's so fresh and filling. I've had poke so I knew what I was getting myself into. If you are uncertain of what you want just order the KC bowl. it gives you a ton of variety in one bowl. The staff is friendly and the place is very clean. I will definitely be back here (and I live 30 minutes away).
I've wanted to try Hokibar for a while and finally got the opportunity to try it. It did not disappoint. The staff was so friendly and guided us through every step. The establishment was clean and had plenty of seating. Now onto the food; I could eat the entire pot of hoki rice. I'm hungry just thinking about it. It had a slight coconut flavor. They had plenty of options to choose from, so everyone will be happy. I'm already looking forward to going again.
Alright KC, not to be dramatic, because that would be totally out of character for me , but our Saturday night takeout (and Sunday leftovers ) from Hokibar was one of the best meals I've had in a very long time. Hokibar Poké & Sushi BBQ merges Japanese dishes with American-style and Hawaiian-style poké, resulting in a fast-casual dining experience with a modern twist. The menu is made up of their Signature Bowls (5000/10 recommend their namesake Hoki Bowl), a BYOBowl option, a variety of Sushi and Maki Rolls (LOVED the Country Club Roll), Entrees, and Sides. Everything is made fresh daily, using premium, top notch ingredients, leading to a healthy, delicious meal, that's affordable and convenient. Do yourself a favor and let Hokibar take care of lunch or dinner one day this week. And I might see you there, because I honestly can't stop thinking about it...
I LOVE HOKIBAR! This is my new go-to patio sittin' place when I need fresh, healthy, delicious food in a bright sunny setting! The options are incredible and I especially love the miso soup dispenser! The touch menu ordering is a little hard to understand, but thankfully all the pre-made special bowls are delicious and you can't go wrong choosing any of them. I'm so glad this place exists!!!
In full transparency, I received 1 Signature Bowl and a drink for free during a Yelp event. Please take that into consideration for this review. I gave the Signature Hoki Bowl to my SO, and I purchased a Build Your Own Bowl. We felt that the food was tasty, but slightly overpriced. As with all poke places, there was much more rice in comparison to the toppings-- I find that to be a slight pet peeve of mine at most poke places. Parking was not difficult despite its location. You can park in a nearby free parking garage or find street parking by Jack's Stack.
The staff were very friendly and helpful and the food was absolutely delicious. I got the Kansas City Bowl and he got a Country Club roll. We also shared some fried tofu. The sauces were unique and delicious. All of the ingredients tasted fresh. And full disclosure I've never had poke before but I am a fan now! We were a little disappointed when we were served our food in plastic to go style dishes. No nice reusable plate or silverware. I would think if we were paying that much for sushi and poke that we would have nicer dish-ware. This is built much more for to go style meals. Would still recommend
Food: I was pleasantly surprised that this poke bowl place also serves Hawaiian platters! The food is so fresh and flavorful!! I ordered the KC Bowl and was immediately satisfied. The portion is huge and can literally be split into two meals. If you like raw meat this bowl is for you. They said it was spicy but I didn't feel like it was. My friend ordered the galbi Hawaiian platter and it was sooo good!! Will be back to try other dishes. Service: Excellent, kind and cheerful staff. I felt welcomed and they were really helpful in kind when explaining their menu. Parking: The location is a little weird. You'll have to use the pathway to the right of Jack Stack to get to Hoki. You can park on the street or surrounding parking decks.
Hokibar in the Plaza area of Kansas City is a fantastic spot to enjoy fresh seafood and ingredients all packed into a bowl or entree! Build your own bowl with items ranging from rice, lettuce seaweed, mangoes, chickpeas, tuna, edamame, salmon, yellowtail, onions, octopus, chicken, scallops, shrimp, and more! Not feeling like making a bowl? You can also order a signature meat entree like the Beef Bulgogi entree I ordered! This spot also serves a long list of fresh sushi rolls stacked up with ingredients. Have you ever used a miso soup dispenser? Try out the Miso Soup dispenser at Hokibar and enjoy some hot soup!
I was excited that a new Poke place opened in town and decided to give it try and I'm so glad I did! There is a large selection of bases, protein, sauces and toppings. I opted for the 2 protein bowl and loaded up on the toppings. The ingredients were really fresh and tasty. The portion was very generous as well. I ordered online and it was prepared in a timely manner. Service was fast and friendly. Inside and outside both had a chill vibe. I would definitely recommend giving them a try!
I don't know where to start. After I had a hard time finding the location the manager went out of her way to come and meet me. Everyone was pleasant and nice in this restaurant. I ordered a lychee ramune with my meal and I forgot it, the server brought it to me in the parking lot again lol. Lobster roll and my hoki bowl were delicious.
I don't have sushi or poke bowls often, but this place is convenient when I'm running errands near the Plaza. I've been here twice now and everything has been fresh with big portions! The staff is friendly, too, and the food is reasonably priced for the Plaza, which is known to be expensive. It's a clean restaurant with plenty of seating. Neither of the times that I've been here have been busy-- I get the sense that most people take their orders to-go. I ordered the Kansas City Bowl in a size regular (tuna, edamame, crab meat, hoki rice, mango salsa, cucumbers, ginger, wasabi). The variety of flavors complement each other, and the only thing I didn't finish was the ginger, since they gave me a lot this time.
Good size portions, everything tasted fresh, and I liked the different options of toppings for the price. I went minimal for a healthier bowl this time, but really loaded it up with crab, more sauces, and wonton chips previously, both delicious. Will come back and try more of their variety of dishes.
2 years ago
I love Hokibar for their poke bowls! The fish is fresh and their sides are well seasoned! Walking in, you can order from a kiosk or put in your order at the counter. They are really quick with putting together the bowls and they give generous amounts! There's plenty of seating inside and outside. It was nice eating and listening to some really good covers of pop songs. I overall am so excited I've found a good poke bowl place in the area that isn't too overpriced and has fresh ingredients!! read more
I got to check out Hokibar for a Yelp Elite event. Hokibar took place of the Zoe's Kitchen next to Jack Stack. Right when we walked the staff was very welcoming and friendly. There are kiosk that you can start your order or go up and order. It reminds me of Chipotle style ordering. Where you select your base - meat - veggies/ build your own or do a signature bowl. I went ahead and got a signature bowl for the Spicy Pork Bulgogi. Oh man, best decision ever!!! The meat was so flavorful. I also got the spam musubi. Overall, an excellent experience and I high recommend! I will definitely be back whenever I am in the area. read more
You ever have lunch somewhere and by dinner time you are ready to go back? we ate here and I couldn't stop thinking about the rest of the day. It's so fresh and filling. I've had poke so I knew what I was getting myself into. If you are uncertain of what you want just order the KC bowl. it gives you a ton of variety in one bowl. The staff is friendly and the place is very clean. I will definitely be back here (and I live 30 minutes away). read more
I've wanted to try Hokibar for a while and finally got the opportunity to try it. It did not disappoint. The staff was so friendly and guided us through every step. The establishment was clean and had plenty of seating. Now onto the food; I could eat the entire pot of hoki rice. I'm hungry just thinking about it. It had a slight coconut flavor. They had plenty of options to choose from, so everyone will be happy. I'm already looking forward to going again. read more
Alright KC, not to be dramatic, because that would be totally out of character for me , but our Saturday night takeout (and Sunday leftovers ) from Hokibar was one of the best meals I've had in a very long time. Hokibar Poké & Sushi BBQ merges Japanese dishes with American-style and Hawaiian-style poké, resulting in a fast-casual dining experience with a modern twist. The menu is made up of their Signature Bowls (5000/10 recommend their namesake Hoki Bowl), a BYOBowl option, a variety of Sushi and Maki Rolls (LOVED the Country Club Roll), Entrees, and Sides. Everything is made fresh daily, using premium, top notch ingredients, leading to a healthy, delicious meal, that's affordable and convenient. Do yourself a favor and let Hokibar take care of lunch or dinner one day this week. And I might see you there, because I honestly can't stop thinking about it... read more
I LOVE HOKIBAR! This is my new go-to patio sittin' place when I need fresh, healthy, delicious food in a bright sunny setting! The options are incredible and I especially love the miso soup dispenser! The touch menu ordering is a little hard to understand, but thankfully all the pre-made special bowls are delicious and you can't go wrong choosing any of them. I'm so glad this place exists!!! read more
In full transparency, I received 1 Signature Bowl and a drink for free during a Yelp event. Please take that into consideration for this review. I gave the Signature Hoki Bowl to my SO, and I purchased a Build Your Own Bowl. We felt that the food was tasty, but slightly overpriced. As with all poke places, there was much more rice in comparison to the toppings-- I find that to be a slight pet peeve of mine at most poke places. Parking was not difficult despite its location. You can park in a nearby free parking garage or find street parking by Jack's Stack. read more
The staff were very friendly and helpful and the food was absolutely delicious. I got the Kansas City Bowl and he got a Country Club roll. We also shared some fried tofu. The sauces were unique and delicious. All of the ingredients tasted fresh. And full disclosure I've never had poke before but I am a fan now! We were a little disappointed when we were served our food in plastic to go style dishes. No nice reusable plate or silverware. I would think if we were paying that much for sushi and poke that we would have nicer dish-ware. This is built much more for to go style meals. Would still recommend read more
Food: I was pleasantly surprised that this poke bowl place also serves Hawaiian platters! The food is so fresh and flavorful!! I ordered the KC Bowl and was immediately satisfied. The portion is huge and can literally be split into two meals. If you like raw meat this bowl is for you. They said it was spicy but I didn't feel like it was. My friend ordered the galbi Hawaiian platter and it was sooo good!! Will be back to try other dishes. Service: Excellent, kind and cheerful staff. I felt welcomed and they were really helpful in kind when explaining their menu. Parking: The location is a little weird. You'll have to use the pathway to the right of Jack Stack to get to Hoki. You can park on the street or surrounding parking decks. read more
Hokibar in the Plaza area of Kansas City is a fantastic spot to enjoy fresh seafood and ingredients all packed into a bowl or entree! Build your own bowl with items ranging from rice, lettuce seaweed, mangoes, chickpeas, tuna, edamame, salmon, yellowtail, onions, octopus, chicken, scallops, shrimp, and more! Not feeling like making a bowl? You can also order a signature meat entree like the Beef Bulgogi entree I ordered! This spot also serves a long list of fresh sushi rolls stacked up with ingredients. Have you ever used a miso soup dispenser? Try out the Miso Soup dispenser at Hokibar and enjoy some hot soup! read more
I was excited that a new Poke place opened in town and decided to give it try and I'm so glad I did! There is a large selection of bases, protein, sauces and toppings. I opted for the 2 protein bowl and loaded up on the toppings. The ingredients were really fresh and tasty. The portion was very generous as well. I ordered online and it was prepared in a timely manner. Service was fast and friendly. Inside and outside both had a chill vibe. I would definitely recommend giving them a try! read more
2 years ago
I don't know where to start. After I had a hard time finding the location the manager went out of her way to come and meet me. Everyone was pleasant and nice in this restaurant. I ordered a lychee ramune with my meal and I forgot it, the server brought it to me in the parking lot again lol. Lobster roll and my hoki bowl were delicious. read more
2 years ago
I don't have sushi or poke bowls often, but this place is convenient when I'm running errands near the Plaza. I've been here twice now and everything has been fresh with big portions! The staff is friendly, too, and the food is reasonably priced for the Plaza, which is known to be expensive. It's a clean restaurant with plenty of seating. Neither of the times that I've been here have been busy-- I get the sense that most people take their orders to-go. I ordered the Kansas City Bowl in a size regular (tuna, edamame, crab meat, hoki rice, mango salsa, cucumbers, ginger, wasabi). The variety of flavors complement each other, and the only thing I didn't finish was the ginger, since they gave me a lot this time. read more
Good size portions, everything tasted fresh, and I liked the different options of toppings for the price. I went minimal for a healthier bowl this time, but really loaded it up with crab, more sauces, and wonton chips previously, both delicious. Will come back and try more of their variety of dishes. read more
I tried this place out during Asian Pacific Islander Heritage month and I am super glad Yelp exposed me to such an amazing restaurant so close by. The food is out of bounds fresh and the options make it so easy to eat healthy without sacrificing bold flavor and all the while being affordable. Honestly, I find it very hard to find any flaws within Hoki Bar. The business model of a assembly line, almost like a Chipotle for Poke-style bowls, is genuinely genius. As well as the option of ordering at a kiosk for a completely customizable experience. The fairly new restaurant occupies the space directly next to Jack Stack barbecue, where the old Zoe's Mediterranean Kitchen used to be, and is prime corner spot reality on the country club plaza with the addition of a nice outdoor patio to dine in on. If you are dining in do not miss the complimentary miso soup that is housed by the drink and condiment station. On my visit I went with two options, both very reasonably priced, with one being the popular build your own bowl concept but opting for no protein to keep cost down. I didn't miss the protein at all for the record. There were so many textures and flavors present inside my bowl the entire eating experience was so pleasant because each bite was a variation of the same but was completely different. This along with the freshness of the ingredients made a lasting impression on me. And the sushi roll that I ordered was also fantastic with the tempura being crunchy and not soggy and the rice holding together nicely as well as a super thick savory eel sauce on top. Hoki bar is an amazing addition to the Plaza and I hope it stays. It should be the go to for a healthy lunch that's perfect to grab on a quick break, to fuel up post workout, or just to try something new and adventurous. With so many options and varieties you will want to come back again and again and try something different everytime, the experience can be summed up in one three letter word FUN! read more
3 years ago
Ordering was a bit difficult/overwhelming with all the options. My bowl was nice and fresh, a good change from the conference food I'd been eating. Lots of seating. The staff were okay, but not very engaging. They had indoor and outdoor seating. read more
3 years ago
Friendly service, option to order at the counter or at a kiosk. The bowl options were so good, it was hard to choose so I went with a crowd favorite. I'd love to try the Korean bowl in the future. I ordered a crunchy CA roll, there were many sushi roll options as well. Everything tasted fresh, good and the location is beautiful, especially on a sunny day. Happy to have more delicious poke restaurants in KC! read more
Glad to have a place like this in the plaza. The poke bowls are fresh and packed with plenty of flavor and ingredients. Portion size is also very good. It's a quick casual place for lunch or dinner and isn't too pricey. Will definitely come here again. read more
This was my first time here and it was great! The space itself is incredibly clean! The staff was welcoming and gave great recommendations. Prices were competitive too! Around $15 after tip and tax. The Kansas City bowl was filled with protein and veggies and it was delicious. I would definitely come again! read more
Such a cool place!!! I have been there now three times since this weekend. You could say I am addicted. I noticed they had the option where you could order, sit down and it would come to your table but I didn't get the chance to experience that because I got carry out. I ordered the classic bowl, it comes with white rice, but I got this special rice they have made with coconut milk and green tea. seaweed, green onion, cucumber, poke sauce, shrimp, grilled chicken, tamagoyaki, seaweed salad, edamame, mango salsa, crab, fried garlic, crispy onion, furikake. I don't like the edamame so I got extra seaweed. For my drink I got a passion fruit guava nectar drink they had in a can behind the register. I highly recommend. I liked everything about it, the only thing I didn't like was the bowl they put it in to go. It is eco friendly which is great, but If you keep it overnight in the fridge it will start getting mushy and breaking down. Other than that I will be coming back. Their staff is great and friendly! read more
Food was okay but too pricey for what we got. There was a kiosk where you can order food without having to approach the cashier so that's a nice option. The cashier accidentally charged us double of what we got and the manager caught on and had to cancel the exchange and recharge us, simple mistake as I can tell she's still new. Ambiance was great. read more
3 years ago
I was so excited to try a new poke place in Kansas City and Hokibar did not let me down! The interior is sleek and very clean. There is an option to self order on a kiosk or go to the bar to order. You can build your own bowl or choose a signature bowl. I tried the Hoki Bowl and it was absolutely delicious. Ingredients were very fresh and the toppings were *chefs kiss*. The staff was friendly and quick - I'll be returning to try some other signature bowls! read more
2 years ago
Quick service, casual poke restaurant with fresh and high quality ingredients. Reasonably priced with great variety of toppings. One downside is limited seating and the spicy crab salad could have had more spice. read more
3 years ago
Business owner information
Fredy K.
Hi Kimberly,…
I loveeee poke but surprisingly have yet to visit an poke places in KC. When I saw that Hokibar opened in the Plaza and were doing promotionals, my friends and I really wanted to try! They had a couple promotionals actually, and the servers were kind enough to tell us that they had a 20% off if you ordered on the Hokibar app, which they let us sit there and download as we ordered! The store is really spacious and clean, and you are able to order both at a kiosk or build it on the spot. After we placed our order online, it did not take too long for them to make. You are able to put on as many toppings as you like, with some costing extra money. Our bowls honestly were FILLED! I got the 2-protein option, but could barely finish it due to how much food I had. I felt like there was a good enough serving size of the protein, but I also did add a lot of extra toppings. There was even an automatic-dispensing miso soup machine, so fun! Overall, the customer service was great and the food was good. Being that this is my only poke place I've gone to in KC, I can't compare it to the others, but I will say this is pretty solid for the Midwest and could definitely see myself coming back here whenever I get that poke craving. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
Absolutely delicious and fresh! I wish I had this place in my hometown. It was the perfect lunch for me and my husband. We got the sushi bucket and it was the best deal. read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
Had the most wonderful lunch from this place ! I used DoorDash. The to-go bag is super cute and reusable. I had a bowl and it was sooooo good. Couldn't event finish the whole thing . Highly recommended. Thanks guys read more
3 years ago
Had a great lunch here today! Needed something light and fresh. Teriyaki bowl was HUGE! Great price for KC. read more
3 years ago
Page 1 of 2
More info about Hokibar
Hokibar Reviews in Other Languages
Ask the Community - Hokibar
You might also consider
Why does Yelp recommend reviews?
6 reviews that are not currently recommended
The reviews below are not factored into the business's overall star rating.
3 years ago
4 years ago
1 year ago
2 years ago
3 years ago
Hokibar - poke - Updated June 2026
Best of Kansas City
People found Hokibar by searching for…
Restaurants in Kansas City, KS
New Restaurants in Kansas City, KS
Coffee & Tea in Kansas City, KS
Rolled Ice Cream in Kansas City, KS
Soup Dumplings in Kansas City, KS
Spam Musubi in Kansas City, KS
Salmon Bowl in Kansas City, KS
Hawaiian Poke in Kansas City, KS
Salmon Teriyaki in Kansas City, KS
Beef Gyudon in Kansas City, KS
Mixed Plate in Kansas City, KS
Trending Searches in Kansas City, KS
All You Can Eat Sushi Buffet near Hokibar
Black Bean Noodles near Hokibar
Black Owned Restaurants near Hokibar
Father's Day Brunch near Hokibar
Gluten Free Sushi near Hokibar
Japanese Sandwich near Hokibar
New Sushi Restaurant near Hokibar
Sports Bar With Tv near Hokibar
Sushi Lunch Special near Hokibar
Browse Nearby
BEST of Kansas City, Kansas Coffee near Hokibar
BEST of Kansas City, Kansas Restaurants near Hokibar
BEST of Kansas City, Kansas Sushi near Hokibar
BEST of Kansas City, Kansas Desserts near Hokibar
BEST of Kansas City, Kansas Things to Do near Hokibar
BEST of Kansas City, Kansas Parking near Hokibar
BEST of Kansas City, Kansas Ramen near Hokibar
BEST of Kansas City, Kansas Shopping near Hokibar
Browse Brands
Related Searches in Kansas City, KS
Best Clam Chowder Options in Kansas City, Kansas
Best Crawfish Restaurants and Vendors in Kansas City, Kansas
Best Dim Sum Places to Try in Kansas City, Kansas
Best Fish Restaurants to Try in Kansas City, Kansas
Best Fish Tacos Served in Kansas City, Kansas
Best Korean BBQ All You Can Eat Deals in Kansas City, Kansas
Best Korean Fried Chicken Spots Around Kansas City, Kansas
Best Oyster Bars to Visit in Kansas City, Kansas
Best Places to Enjoy Curry in Kansas City, Kansas
Best Shabu Dining Options in Kansas City, Kansas
Best Smoothie Spots and Cafes in Kansas City, Kansas
Best Soul Food Dishes in Kansas City, Kansas
Best Teriyaki Chicken Meals in Kansas City, Kansas
Browse Popular Seafood Markets in Kansas City, Kansas
Delicious Dumplings Available in Kansas City, Kansas
Delicious Ice Cream Treats in Kansas City, Kansas
Delicious Plate Lunch Options Available in Kansas City, Kansas
Delicious Soup Spots to Try in Kansas City, Kansas
Discover All You Can Eat Sushi Spots in Kansas City, Kansas
Discover Authentic Filipino Food in Kansas City, Kansas
Discover Authentic Indian Food in Kansas City, Kansas
Discover Authentic Italian in Kansas City, Kansas
Discover Buffet All You Can Eat Options in Kansas City, Kansas
Discover Coffee & Tea Options in Kansas City, Kansas
Discover Delicious Noodle Soup Options in Kansas City, Kansas
Discover Fresh Ahi Tuna Dishes in Kansas City, Kansas
Discover Fresh Vegan Sushi Near Kansas City, Kansas
Discover Sushi Burrito Favorites in Kansas City, Kansas
Discover Top Asian Food Options in Kansas City, Kansas
Discover the Best Boba Drinks in Kansas City, Kansas
Discover the Best Chinese Food in Kansas City, Kansas
Discover the Best Sushi Spots in Kansas City, Kansas
Enjoy Asian Lunch Specials Near Kansas City, Kansas
Enjoy Authentic Chinese BBQ Dishes in Kansas City, Kansas
Enjoy Authentic Peking Duck Specialties in Kansas City, Kansas
Enjoy Authentic Tempura Dishes in Kansas City, Kansas
Enjoy Delicious Chicken Fried Rice in Kansas City, Kansas
Enjoy Delicious Hot Dogs in Kansas City, Kansas
Enjoy Delicious Noodles in Kansas City, Kansas
Enjoy Spicy Szechuan Food in Kansas City, Kansas
Enjoy Sushi Lunch Special Deals in Kansas City, Kansas
Enjoy Tasty Chinese Noodles Near Kansas City, Kansas
Enjoy the Best Pad Thai in Kansas City, Kansas Today
Experience Authentic Omakase Dining in Kansas City, Kansas
Experience Flavorful Asian Fusion Cuisine in Kansas City, Kansas
Explore Delicious Sandwiches in Kansas City, Kansas
Explore Delicious Vegetarian Food in Kansas City, Kansas
Explore Mongolian Cuisine and Culture in Kansas City, Kansas
