Holy Poke

4.5 (97 reviews)

ModeratePoke, Juice Bars & Smoothies, Hawaiian

Closed • 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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Straw doesnt go with the lid had to take lid off

Cindy L.

The last two times (the only 2 times) I ordered delivery of boba tea, which is delicious, but both times haven't received a straw or a cap you can poke a boba straw into. Nope, just a soda lid like you'd get from McDonald's. Tried to call and see if that's normal and what I can do to get a straw in the future. Got a non setup voicemail box; it was very weird. So, would I recommend them? So far, no. Will I try again? Maybe.

Kim L.

I happened to be in the area and realized I've never tried Holy Poke! I'm glad I took the time to walk there to see what the hype was about. Holy Poke didn't fully wow me, it was just average with what I expect among other poke spots I've been to in Massachusetts. Generally speaking, the service is incredible - super fast, really nice people behind the counter, and easy ordering systems. But as I alluded to... The food is just okay. The sushi rice has good flavor and the portion for toppings is fairly generous. In comparison to poke shops that have "wowed" me, the portion size for the meat/fish are a little bit on the smaller side. I did have to do a little fishing for where my fish was (pun sorta intended), but when I found it it tasted fresh enough. Price wise ($16ish), it's actually on the cheaper end than some poke places in the area! This bowl pretty much filled me up entirely, so for the price I can't really complain. This is comparable to $19-20 at other places that I've paid for the exact same order. All things considered, this is a place is worth coming back to. It may be worth it to pay for an extra scoop of meat. Looking forward to coming back to try their katsu, which I've heard great things about.

Nicole E.

I've been to many poke places and this one is bar far the best. I was a little apprehensive when I was driving there as the neighborhood is really rough and sort of scary, but this place is very clean, offers high quality fish and food and does a great job of providing delicious poke options at a great price! I loved the taro tea and the poke bowl. The only thing I would say that was negative is they don't give enough raw fish in the two (2) scoops it comes with (they're tiny), so I was forced to pay for an extra scoop of raw fish to make it plentiful. Also, avocado shouldn't be an extra $1-$1.50 charge as it's supposed to be a core component of a poke bowl. Holy Poke should consider that it's competitors all offer a larger quantity of raw fish and avocado for free, which gives other a leg up on them. That said, the customer service was great, the place was very clean and nice looking and everything was fresh and incredibly delicious!!!

Adamma B.

The service here was great, the staff were kind and attentive when I was trying to decide what to order. There is a huge rush around 4-5 after students get out of sports practice so the place did get a little packed with people waiting to order. Create Your Own Poke: I love the idea of this but the price makes it only worth it if you get seafood. I was surprised the meats aren't priced separately because I don't see how chicken or tofu is worth the same price as seafood. They have the average topping options for poke but as you can see sometimes you get a lot of topping and sometimes you don't. One of the bowls we got had almost no sauce and little toppings and the other was loaded. Crispy Chicken Sandwich: The bread used for this is just plain white bread which was really flat on my sandwich. The chicken was kind of dry and also pretty thin. The sandwich was mostly made of the purple cabbage which gave most of the height. They also use a mayo as the sauce which does give a nice flavor along with the cabbage, I just don't think this is worth the price. The meal comes with fries that have salt and pepper on them but mine were super salty. Tsunami Fries: These had a lot of toppings and sauce, great for people who love a slight umami flavor to your fries. The actual fries were dry and kind of hard, they didn't have any potato filling it was just a hard over cooked/old fry. The portion size was pretty big overall and if the fries weren't so hard and fry I think it would be worth the price. Refreshing Limeade with Mango Popping Boba: This had a really nice lime flavor and was actually really refreshing. I think it pairs nicely with any of the popping boba. Green Tea Smoothie with Jelly: This smoothie tasted slightly powdery/chalky but there was a lot of jelly.

Hawaiian Katsu Meal - Chicken (left), Create Your Own Poke Bowl (top), Tsunami Fries (bottom right)

Samantha T.

Yummy, did takeout for a quick picnic. The tsunami fries satisfied my french fries craving. The chicken katsu has improved over time (I had it before toward their opening weeks). Forgive the potato quality pic due to the sun setting lol

Michelle N.

Loving the variety! I think it's awesome that they serve more than just poke here and that alone sets them apart from the other poke shops in my opinion. Don't get me wrong, I love poke but it's also nice to have the option to get something else when you don't want poke and/or want to change it up. One of the food items I really enjoy is the Chicken Katsu which I'd highly recommend. The portion is good and fills you up quickly. Other food items include spam musubi, street corn, wonton nachos and more which are great starters/appetizers. They also serve a selection of drinks as well- fruited iced teas, milk teas and smoothies. I like the fruited teas the most, as all the ones I've tried have been tasty. No issues with the customer service which has been satisfactory every time. The staff are always very friendly and professional making our overall experience great. Already been back multiple times since and will continue to so many more times!

Amelia L.

The Good: Big portions for what you pay for Variety in foods - not only poke but non poke items also; my personal favorite the Katsu, crispy, moist and melts in your mouth; they also have bubble teas and iced teas! I love their ice teas! Super huge fan Their poke is custom bowls of either white rice or salad as base or half and half, a variety of toppings and sauces. Super fresh! They do takes cards and I touch pay too The Bad: They forgot a few of our orders however they did just open and for the volumes of orders they received in a short amount of time was okay Avocado smoothie tasted disappointedly like powder based and not fresh - just personal preference.

David S.

I enjoyed a very delicious poke bowl and washed it down with the passion fruit tea. A scoop of tuna and a scoop of spicy salmon on top of white rice with all the fixings added to it. I love how you customize your bowl, and the service is excellent. The friendly girl helping me was so happy to help me. I appreciate the service. It's a small facility, but it doesn't need to be any bigger. Maybe they could set up some outdoor seating for the summer. I finished my bowl quicker than I thought I would. Is it that good, or was it a little smaller than I expected? Can't say for sure. Come check it out! Cheers.

Don L.

This is the best poke restaurant in Central Mass. The seafood is fresh and the portions are great. I like that they also offer items from the kitchen such as Hawaiian Chicken Katsu (must try) and fun snacks like the Spam Masubi. The boba tea is made with real fruit, not too many places can say that nowadays as they switch to powders to increase their profits, not Holy Poke. The staff are friendly and you can tell the owners really care about their customers. If you are in the Worcester area and need a fun place to stop by with friends or just need a quick bite, this is the place to go.

Rice and salad topped with chicken and lots of deliciousness!

Dee W.

Had a delicious lunch here with my daughter! The service was phenomenal and the options that were recommended were very good. I certainly will be visiting again soon and this time I'll try a spicier sauce! Thank you!

Hawaiian chicken. Street corn,miso soup, avocado smoothie poke bowl 1/2 rice 1/2 salad with ahi tuna and spicy salmon.

Charles J.

Wonderful fresh food saving the 5th star when they add brown rice to the menu. Tried the poke 1/2 Tuna 1/2 spicy salmon bowl it was fabulous. Also the Hawaiian chicken was crunchy and tender. If you've never had poke you are missing out it's big in Hawaii and California and is trending this way.

I get the iced teas with poppers! Quick service, could be better, not the best for bubble tea, but fairly good. Quick service.

Rachel L.

I get the iced tea with poppers. Not great boba, average, but quick and friendly service, good to stop by for a quick to go bite.

Chicken & tofu poke bowl with tons of toppings!

Errin J.

Delicious! My boyfriend & I stopped for dinner around 6:30 one night, and had no problem getting right to the front of the line to order. The server was extremely friendly and conversational, I wish I had gotten her name. The proteins were FRESH and tasty - I got tofu and grilled chicken, and my boyfriend got spicy salmon and tuna. There were many topping options to choose from, which I have found other poke places lacking, so this was nice to see. There were also many sauces to choose from besides your typical spicy mayo and eel sauce, although both of those were tasty! It is 11.99 per bowl before tax and any additions (avocado +$1, more than 3 sauces +.50¢) which is pretty standard for a poke establishment. Do not be fooled by the small location or deterred from the street parking! All in all, it was a great dinner, and we will return!

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Gary O.

7 years ago

Wanted something we could grab for the road, but healthy. Started on my pokie bowl I've got in car and just savored the whole thing before we set out on the road. Mom had one of their popular non pokie options. The sauce was a tad spicy for her, so if you aren't into spice you may want to specifically ask. read more

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Aidan H.

4 years ago

As a student at Clark just down the road, the food quality is very good. Although I only consider coming here in dire circumstances due to the price, it is just too expensive for the amount of food I am getting. While the food tastes amazing, if this place was actually reasonably priced I would find myself coming here much more often read more

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Courtney R.

5 years ago

Such a cute spot - the food was AMAZING Very nice staff who helped us through our order since it was our first time there. Will definitely be returning! read more

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Samira P.

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7 years ago

Holy Poké!!! This place is so good! My first time trying poke and Holy Poké definitely set the tone. So delicious and fresh! I got a shrimp bowl with rice and a mango milk tea. The only reason I'm giving a 4 out 5 is because I was expecting a bigger portion. But after reading other reviews, I'm going to blame the portion on the fact that we walked in 30 minutes before closing time. Super cute decor and atmosphere too! read more

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Domenica F.

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7 years ago

Delicious, fresh, and very diet friendly. My partner and I ordered to go every Friday during our Whole 30! Big fans

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Annie E.

6 years ago

It was my first time trying this spot. Given I was born & raised in Hawaii finding poke spots out here in Worcester I had to try it. I ordered a poke bowl, chicken katsu, gyoza, spam musubi, and tsunami fries. The poke bowl it's self was satisfying for the price I suggest getting all the fillers and add-ons as possible. The tsunami fries was barely warm kinda makes me think it was already cooked just sitting in a warmer that by the time I got it was soft. the chicken katsu was spicy, something I was not expecting. The gyoza was yummy, the spam musubi was alright, the rice was bit dry, something I wouldn't order again. read more

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Over 1.

7 years ago

Ahhhhh, I'm fuming!!! I thought it was a cristan pray and dine. I was sworn at by my granny and she was not punished and was abl;e to keep on doing what she doin!!!! read more

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Daniella12albuquerqu ..

4 years ago

Really cool place, the food was yummy and easy to pick. The drinks were also great! Just parking is kinda a pain but you are in and out quickly. read more

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Songsong L.

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7 years ago

I love sushi and I recently started getting into Poke, and this place is the best! My boyfriend doesn't like poke as much as I do, and they have plenty of non-raw fish options too! The chicken katsu is good, and I love spam, so the spam musubi was amazing!! I definitely recommend this place to anyone and everyone!! read more

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Tricia D.

7 years ago

Been there twice now. It's pretty good, choices are ok. Nice to have a poke place in Worcester, but Atlantic Poke in Shrewsbury is way cleaner, fresher, nicer, better. read more

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Keysseh Moon O.

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7 years ago

AMAZING. best poke I've had in this area. Fresh fish, amazing sauces, and some amazing Vietnamese iced coffee. If I could give them a 10/5 stars I would read more

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Angelica L.

7 years ago

Honestly would come all the time just for the spam musubis. I liked the option to customize the poke bowl but I think I went overboard haha. They should have some predetermined options as well. Some of us aren't the best at deciding which sauces to mix. Was pretty good. Will try again to get to great read more

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Miranda B.

6 years ago

So glad that they provide delivery now. The poke bowls are always fresh and delicious, and the shrimp katsu is a favorite of mine. Everything on the menu is very tasty. read more

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Ini C.

7 years ago

I tried their spicy corn street. I think it was okay. And their poke bowl. I think it was okay too.

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Alex K.

5 years ago

70% rice by volume and the whole portion itself is very small. NOT even close to being worth $13.5 before tip.

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Ashlee P.

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7 years ago

Wow! Just got done eating my poke bowl and it did not disappoint. We ordered through Grubhub for takeout and it was super easy to order and pay online. It was done pretty quickly and when we arrived they handed us our food and we left. Friendly staff/owners and clean space. Looks more like a takeout or delivery place but they do have some seating. I ordered a strawberry milk tea with boba and it was delicious (and filling!). My poke bowl was fresh with lots of veggies. I recommend doing half rice and half greens. I tried two sauces and both were good but I preferred the spicy chili over the Holy sauce. My husband ordered the Hawaiian Katsu meal. The fried chicken was delicious and the potato salad was yummy (just wish there was more of it!). Overall, they have a good price point for the quality and quantity you receive. Located near Clark University. We will definitely be back! read more

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Jag W.

7 years ago

Someone posted that this is the best Poke in central mass; I strongly disagree. While their protein (seafood) was fresh, their portions are all wrong. Interestingly enough, I noticed many people comment wishing a little more (WITHOUT BEING CHARGED). They only give you two protein scoops, where most places offer options based on the size they selected. Additionally, y'all, they do not allow for unlimited toppings! I asked for cilantro and they might as well have individually placed 3 cilantro leaves on the protein. So supposedly, you can have as many topping options but only one "serving" of the topping. It makes literally no sense. Some folks only like particular toppings, but that's just my opinion. Their Chicken Katsu was good, based on my friend's review. Regardless, parking was a mess (because there is none), so if you're with a big group, walk or take as few cars as possible. Overall: OK. Fresh seafood. They need bigger portions and not penny-pinching or finding any reason to charge extra. read more

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Huy L.

7 years ago

I normally drive to Westford for poke since its the better I've had but I'm glad this place opened up. My wife and I had a great meal. We had the poke, chicken katsu, corn and limeades, all very delicious. We will definitely be back! read more

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Jackie M.

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7 years ago

Excellent food & service! Poke bowls were fresh and delicious & the milk tea was amazing. read more

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Thank you for your review! We are glad you had a great experience.

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Anthony P.

6 years ago

I have no other words other than, "The BEST Poké place in Massachusetts. Great Customer service!

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Nora S.

6 years ago

This was amazing. I haven't had poke in a very long time and I was looking for a great place. I ordered via Grubhub. All I can say is the food I is amazing. It tasted fresh and was very refreshing. I loved the entire meal and can't wait to order from this place again. This is now going to be my go to place when I need food in college. read more

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Valerie Q.

5 years ago

This is my favorite place to get take out from. Whether on GrubHub or if I go in to pick it up. The service is always great and they make the best poke bowls in Worcester. I've tried others and Holy Poke is worth every penny ! read more

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Gabriel C.

3 years ago

the food is amazing, my girlfriend and I come here all the time, service is impeccable, they'll have the spam musubi out in only a few minutes fresh and hot and not to mention outstanding. highly recommend trying their holy sauce in a poke bowl and spam musubi read more

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Leda B.

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7 years ago

This place was really busy when we got there and still was busy when we left. This small place is a must go. Fair prices for really yummy fresh food. Pretty simple to order but you have quite a bit of variety to choose from. From beverages i.e. soy milk to boba drinks to smoothies, protein to crunchies (crunch toppings), your best bet is to look up the menu and decide prior or order online for pick up. Bar stool counters only to eat make it difficult to come in as a group as they have very limited seating and parking which is why I only gave this place a 4 star. Worth the trip though. A poke bowl is a must try though with a flavored boba to drink. You won't regret it. read more

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Mike A.

7 years ago

I've never had Poké before. I saw this place and decided I would try it some day. That day was today. Everything was absolutely delicious and the service very friendly. If you don't know how to order or need suggestions, they will help you. I can't wait to go back for more Poké. And my avocado smoothie was delicious too. read more

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Varun C.

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7 years ago

Great place and great concept! Especially since it's right next to a campus. As a college student this is heaven.

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Ely K.

7 years ago

The food and drinks are delicious, fresh, and very reasonably priced. The services is friendly, helpful and attentive. They are very consistent, every time you get the same amazing experience. Such a great addition to the neighborhood and the clear choice for Poké in Worcester. read more

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Emily V.

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7 years ago

this place is awesome! reasonably priced, so fresh and delicious. cute little spot but there's seating and fast service. lots of choices for customizable poke bowls. this was my first experience with poke and i can not wait to come back here! the strawberry milk tea is a must also! read more

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Alex M.

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7 years ago

Hands down the best poke place I have ever been to. Great dishes and great service. I highly recommend going if you haven't and if you have, go again. read more

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Kenny T.

7 years ago

Love it! The staff is so nice and the food is just outta this world. Totally recommend the Chicken Katsu!

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Thanh W.

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7 years ago

The seafood is fresh and fairly priced. But the chicken Katsu is always a great option. Friendly staff and great portions. Highly recommend if you want a quick, heathy and refreshing meal. read more

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Ravi H.

7 years ago

NEW FAVORITE HOT SPOT OF WORCESTER! fresh seafood, delicious drinks and excellent service!

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Mary B.

5 years ago

This is the best poke spot around. Their food is so fresh and we have never been disappointed. EVERYTHING is delicious. The tsunami fries are super yummy, and their smoothies have real fruit at an insanely good price. The owners are so kind and you can tell that they care about their customers and make sure that everything you get is as fresh as possible. We have gone there back to back days because it's that good. Can't say enough good things! read more

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Erica K.

5 years ago

absolutely just the best restaurant that exists, end of story not up for debate. when it comes to poke they absolutely blow it out of the water! if you are in the area check it out; tons of options to chooses from and even stuff from the grill, the tsunami fries are insanely good as well. 10/10 service and quality read more

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Kévin D.

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7 years ago

I come here often with my friends. It taste so good at a good price. The drinks here are good. The chicken Katsu is also good if you're not feeling poke. read more

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Liza C.

7 years ago

Portions are generous and lots of good options for toppings, protein, and sauces! Also, they don't just have poke.. We've tried the street corn and spam musubis, which are both ok.. the nachos were good but the chips were a bit oily.. but what we love is the chicken katsu meal! It comes with rice, potato salad, and greens and a miso soup on the side... a good deal for $12. Milk tea is ok, boba was hard.. I'll stick with the iced teas with jellies next time! read more

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Eric C.

6 years ago

Fresh poke ingredients, nice selection of sandwiches, excellent Vietnamese coffee, and warm service from the owners. Great addition to Worcester! read more

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Ashley D.

5 years ago

food was overpriced (especially for small amount of meat you get) and not very good. definitely better places to get poke. skip the spicy mayo read more

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Kate M.

7 years ago

Absolutely amazing! Cute little stop for fresh delicious food with the sweetest reviews

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Anitha O.

7 years ago

Great little place in the woo! Employees are so friendly and great portion size for price! Can't wait to go back!

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2 Oliver St
Worcester, MA 01603
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Hours

What time does Holy Poke open?

Holy Poke opens at 11:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Holy Poke opens at 12:00 PM on Sunday.

What time does Holy Poke close?

Holy Poke closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Holy Poke closes at 8:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Sat 11:30 AM - 9:00 PMSun 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Holy Poke take credit cards?

Yes, Holy Poke takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Holy Poke have a happy hour?

No, Holy Poke does not have a happy hour.

Does Holy Poke serve alcohol?

Yes, Holy Poke serves alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Holy Poke allow dogs?

No, Holy Poke does not allow dogs.

Does Holy Poke have TVs?

No, Holy Poke does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Holy Poke have outdoor seating?

No, Holy Poke does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Holy Poke have parking?

Yes, Holy Poke has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Does Holy Poke have free WiFi?

Yes, Holy Poke has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Our menu brings an array of options that will cater to both our local hardy foodies and our health conscious community. Holy Poke is designed around you (our consumers) to satisfy your appetite with ingredients of your choosing.

History

Established in 2019.

While vacationing in Hawaii, Holy Poke was inspired by the amazing and fresh flavors of the islands. Poke is one of Hawaii's fan favorite dishes which is why we wanted to bring some island flavor right here to Worcester.

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Acoustic Java Roastery & Tasting Room

I owe an updated review here. My past review had been negative but I welcomed to give Acoustic Java…read moreanother chance and I'm glad I did. Their coffee remains consistent and they brew the best bean in town. Truly a hidden gem...literally. They're hidden in the back of Rotmans (old furniture store) and you'll never see it from the main road. I drink coffee on a regular basis and could probably consider myself an amateur coffee snob lol. Lately I have made a purchase for teas and my wife didn't like the selections I've chose so they were welcoming and honored an exchange. I just had to pay the difference which I was glad to. We had good company with us and so there's also ample seating in the next room--you can enter from the front of the building as you enter through the main entrance or go through the back. Cheers

I really love finding hidden gems like Acoustic Java. I am a sucker for a good book store, AND a…read moregood coffee shop, and Acoustic Java is both! I stopped by to get a couple of coffees to go, and a pastry. The staff was very patient and pleasant to chat with - something I really miss with the larger coffee chains. The coffees were made exactly as I requested, and the pastry was warmed up and wrapped in a foil to maintain the heat. I really love the attention to detail. I'll note that I noticed they use Monin brand syrups (my favorite!). They are not the cheapest option, so it goes to show that the folks at Acoustic Java care about quality over maximizing profit. The location is great - a bit hidden, but the industrial vibe just fits for a small roasting company. I love that the roastery is visible through the glass panels. The packaged beans are all laid out for you to easily read the labels and shop. I love that they carry quality tea for non-coffee drinkers/tea lovers. The merch is also cute, I was very tempted to add yet another coffee shop tote bag to my hoard. They carry a huge variety of used and new books - and they offer the most unique pricing I've ever seen. You can look up the cost of the book online - so long as the condition is roughly the same, that's how much they will charge you for the book (+ tax)! That's amazing, and I don't know how they can possibly even make money with this policy, but with the giant chain and online retailers, it's really the best incentive to get folks to support local. I think one of the biggest highlights here, on top of the great coffee, ambiance, and service, is that they offer various tastings, classes, and live music events. Personally, I feel like this is key in building a community, and I love that they do this. You can look up the different events on their website, some of which are free to attend. I can definitely see this as a place to come read a book over some tea, catch up with a friend over coffee, or take a date to a barista class for a unique experience.

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Some tasty coffee. Americano with two shots espresso and hot mocha. Rich tasting for sure.

Infused Cafe

3.6

(16 reviews)

1.7 mi

I've been wanting to try the coffee shop that's in the Worcester Ice Center. I've always thought…read morethat this was a very good location for a coffee shop. I was hoping for some speciality lattes, but they didn't have much. I was also looking for more of a variety of cold foams, which they also didn't have. I ended up getting a cookie butter iced latte with their homemade vanilla cold foam. It was pretty decent. I wish there was more cookie butter flavoring, it wasn't anything special. I paid $8.50 for my coffee, which seems like a lot, but I felt like this is a typical price for a fun coffee. I am glad I finally got the try this place.

What absolutely amazing find this is definitely a hidden jewel here in Worcester. It's located in…read morethe Worcester ice Center. I believe it's called. I found it on my yelp app and they have the most amazing stuff. We ordered a bacon egg and cheese cheddar cheese on a bagel bagels are so soft and so fresh And then we got a hot coffee and I got a freshly made pineapple green tea iced tea, which is absolutely so refreshing and so delicious and they make the pineapple right here which is good. The girl was very kind. She told me just don't rush. I did that and ended up Getting exactly what I was coming for.I had just come from the one of the closing days of Queen's Cupcakes over on Water Street very sad day here in Worcester. Let me tell you. I had to wait in line like 35 minutes after the driving an hour to get my cupcakes but they didn't have what I wanted. I just ended up getting one of each anyway so I can put them in the freezer for later. It's nice and quiet here. You can probably fit about 35. Maybe you have a 35 people in here and it's very quiet two girls here 1 doing the cooking and 1 doing the counter to get your order and stuff correctly they have lots of good smoothies, different types of coffees, I açaí bowls, and then some sandwiches and stuff is definitely worth it if you can come and find it it's definitely worth coming . We'll be coming back to try a different sandwich and beverage another day. This is definitely worth a trip, but it's even more worth it if you're actually in the area.

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BubbleBee Cafe

4.1

(18 reviews)

1.6 mi

I really enjoyed this small business! I love that that they have an expansive menu. They have boba,…read moreice cream, waffle, and actual food like fries, pho, mozerella sticks and etc. The ice cream with waffle is the best desert I ever had! I can tell that the waffle is made to order because it was so soft and warm and fluffy! Perfect combo with the ice ream! The people working there were also very nice and friendly, it seems like only a few people work there. They are hiring! The place is situated inside worcester public market and its in the corner ish so the ambiance was a alright. I mean this is a food court type deal, it isn't near the tables so you do have to carry your food for a little bit.

Unique tea flavors and extensive menu! Detailed breakdown below:…read more **Service, 5/5** With minimal staff and a long line, still super efficient and friendly staff! We got a few recommendations, ice and sugar adjustments, and a bespoke drink (mango and lychee which wasn't on the menu) -- super accomodating! **Decor & cleanliness, 5/5** Small storefront but located in Worcester Public Market which is really clean and well maintained. **Price & portion, 5/5** Large cup sizes (I'd estimate about 24 oz) and will do less/no ice! **Taste of the food, 4.5/5** - Dragon fruit milk tea, 5/5: Subtle dragon fruit flavor and super creamy! I was really impressed because I haven't seen a dragon fruit milk tea on any other menu, and they were able to capture the dragon fruit flavor even when dragon fruit itself hardly had any flavor usually. - Custom mango lychee tea with lychee jelly, 4/5: I got this 75% sweet and it was perfect. There was also a real mango piece and lychee inside! Great touch. The tea left a slightly weird aftertaste though, so I couldn't tell if the green tea was brewed too strongly to make it bitter or if maybe the coconut jelly they used had a chemical aftertaste.

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Sweet BAM

5.0

(1 review)

1.6 mi

Great sandwiches! I love the bread that they use here. Fresh squeezed sugar cane is my favorite!!!!!read more

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Fresh OJ and Sugarcane

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Fresh sugarcane

Bedlam Book Cafe

4.3

(34 reviews)

1.6 mi

Came in for the books, left with smoothie. Great little shop includes all sorts of used books from…read moreantiques marbled books to newer books and a great mix of anything that you could possibly want. From my perspective I perused the books but was more interested and purchased some of the oddities that filled in the gaps for the buying options, vintage cut out card stock dolls posters and maps. Treasure trove out of the Neverending story book store. My daughtervwas content to sit and read in one of their comfortable chairs for the 14-20 minutes we were there

Great spot for book lovers. The staff were friendly and the combination of books and coffee made…read morefor a unique experience.

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Salgabom Snacks

4.2

(9 reviews)

1.1 mi

Found this while in the hood…read more Great food and good customer service I would definitely recommend this place

Fod is super good including the acai, mini balls of cheese, ham and cheese and cheese and corn…read more Friendly staff, plenty of parking. The restaurant is cleaned

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Acai Bowl with strawberries, blueberries, bananas, peanuts, and cacao chips

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Island Fin Poke

I did UberEats from here…read more I got the 3 fish bowl (around $15). There's an awesome variety of toppings and crunchies and sauces. Only nit - Poke was of alright quality, kind of stringy / chewy. It felt like a good, healthy, filling dinner though.

The first time we went, they were out of cucumber which was disappointing but understandable. All…read moresubsequent times, I was able to get my cucumbers. Delicious sauces (I'm a fan of the ponzu sauce & avocado cream combo). Fresh ingredients and a large portion. The 3 scoops of BYO is a perfect size and I'm left satisfied. One of my favorite places to get a quick meal!

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Dole Softserve

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Left is spicy juice (I like spicy food but this wasn't it...)

Wormtown Brewery

Decided to pop into the newly renovated Wormtown Brewery on Shrewsbury St in Worcester. The…read moreentrance is grand & the tap room is enormous with games, bar seating, picnic tables, & a cozy little area off to the side with smaller high-top tables. Paul & Joey took fabulous care of us throughout dinner. I started with an Elderflower Cosmo, one of their many cocktail options. All the starters looked good, so we ordered two: the GIANT Bavarian pretzel & the munchkins & beans, both absolutely delicious Then we put in an order for the hoisin chicken wrap & the dino nuggets with duck fat French fries, which totally hit the spot. #WorcesterMA #WormtownBrewery #MassachusettsEats #FoodieFinds #CraftBeerLife

Place is a bit out of the way but very roomy and comfy inside. Service was very friendly and…read moreaccommodating and the Double Dare DIPA was outstanding.

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Bloody Mary's available on Sunday's!

Chicken Wings from the Wormtown Scratch Kitchen.

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Mia Cane Juicery & Acai Bar

4.6

(30 reviews)

1.1 mi

Nice place with amazing snacks and coffees. I loved the creme brûlée latte with extra egg cream…read more Amazing

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#1 Vietnamese Iced Coffee #6 Aloha Guava

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The Broadway Restaurant

Went to the Broadway Restaurant during restaurant week in Worcester, MA. The restaurant was…read moreoffering a special table d'hote dinner menu for the week (as were most other restaurants). This was a first visit to the restaurant and I have to say I was impressed. The ambiance is very "Denny's-like" (and it is a popular breakfast place), but the dinner was a little on the sophisticated side what with the restaurant offering, among other things, Baked Alaska for a dessert choice. Baked Alaska is not all that hard to make, but so few restaurants offer it and the ones that do are usually a littel up-scale and eclectic. This is definitely a " do not judge a book by its cover" establishment. Food and service were both great and the price was very reasonable.

I just got a brunch burger delivered that was just a burger with mayo. A gross amount of mayo.read more

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I wouldn't feed this to my dog.

Suzette Creperie & Cafe

Fantastic place to grab a bite. Tons of crepe options, sweet or savory. They're all delicious. The…read morestaff is always super friendly. My wife and I eat here all the time. We even came here the day after our wedding, with our out of town guests. If you're looking for something outside the usual diner fare for breakfast or brunch, Suzette is an excellent alternative.

I went here a few years ago and didn't love it. But I'm glad I tried it again. They have both…read moresavory & sweet crepes. I had the Nutella & banana crepe. It was pretty good. Not the best crepe flavor but still decent. I got an iced caramel latte and that was probably the best coffee I've had at a local breakfast joint. It's the kind of place where you line up to order at the register then sit down & wait for your food. We came right at 11am on a Sunday and the place was unusually (according to a friend who goes often) packed. I applaud the 2 workers I saw who got the line down as fast as they could. The woman on the register was also making the coffees/teas and there was one man making all the crepes. One weird thing to note because as a mom, I always like to know: at least one of the bathrooms had a changing table which I appreciate so much. I think I'd definitely come again & just hope it's not busy. Might try a savory crepe next time!

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Kelly C.

5 years ago

Equal prices for delicious, freshly cooked food. It's fairly easy to place an order, but there's a lot of choices to choose from. From soy milk to boba drinks to smoothies, protein to crunchies (crunch toppings), the best bet is to look over the menu and determine ahead of time or order online for pick-up. Because of the limited seating and parking, it's difficult to come in as a party, which is why I only gave this place a four-star rating. Nonetheless, the ride is worthwhile. However, a poke bowl with flavored boba is a must-try. You will not be sorry. read more

Sarah B.

5 years ago

This is a great place! Poke is a tasty and healthy dish. They often have a large amount for a fair price. All of their food options are delicious, particularly the chicken katsu, spam musubi, and, of course, the corn! It's hard to go wrong with the fruit teas here. It's such a sweet little spot, and the proprietors/employers are great! read more

Kailey M.

7 years ago

I am so impressed with the costumer service of this place! After Grub hub failed to deliever my order, the manager/owner of Holy Poke reached out to me and saw I was on a college campus; therefore, he drove through the terrible weather and personally delivered my bowl to my dorm. The food is absolutely amazing too! read more

Aaron B.

7 years ago

Really delicious -- fast, fresh, tasty, reasonably priced. It's a little small -- be prepared to sit on a stool facing a wall -- but the food is outstanding. read more

Amy B.

109

5 years ago

Delicious! This was my first time having poke and it will not be my last! Everything was so fresh and so flavorful! I will definitely be ordering again! read more

Margeret T.