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    Ocean Taste

    4.5 (244 reviews)
    ModeratePoke, Sushi Bars, Seafood
    Closed 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Dogs allowed

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    Jaron M.

    Stopped by Ocean Taste in Honolulu and was seriously impressed. We ordered a couple of their baked seafood dishes (I can't remember the exact names), topped with spicy mayo, eel sauce, green onions, and fish roe, and both were absolutely delicious. The seafood was fresh, the sauces were balanced, and the portions were surprisingly filling. The presentation was great, and every bite had a nice mix of textures and flavors. We also grabbed an iced tea that paired perfectly with the meal.

    Spicy Salmon Creme Brulee w/ Side Salad (Dressing could be better)
    Alyssa E.

    I've been wanting to try Ocean Taste at South Shore Market for a while since it's always busy and I've heard a lot of good things about it. For my first visit, I ordered the Torched Spicy Salmon Crème Brûlée, one of their popular items. Going into it, I wasn't entirely sure what to expect, but the bowl was much sweeter than I anticipated. Since it's a crème brûlée inspired dish, that's understandable, but I found the sweetness overpowered some of the savory flavors for me. I think I may have enjoyed it more if I had tried one of their other options, such as the Garlic Torched Salmon. The salmon itself was fresh and good quality. The bowl comes lined with foil, which likely helps prevent sticking and gives the dish a clean presentation. However, because everything is kept neatly within the foil-lined bowl rather than being piled high, the portion feels more modest, which made the $17 price tag a little harder for me to justify. With a small side salad, my total came out to around $21. While everything tasted fresh, I left feeling like it was a bit pricey for what was served. Service was quick and efficient. I ordered upon arrival, there was no line, and my food was ready within about 5-10 minutes. There is plenty of seating available. Ocean Taste has tables inside, and South Shore Market also offers outdoor seating and a communal table towards the center of the market , making it easy to find a place to sit and enjoy your meal. Parking can be a little tricky depending on the time of day. The first floor of the parking structure tends to be the busiest, but if you're willing to head up to the higher levels, especially the third floor, you're usually more likely to find a spot within a few minutes. Overall, I'm glad I finally gave Ocean Taste a try. The ingredients were fresh, the service was efficient, and I can see why it has a loyal following. While the Torched Spicy Salmon Crème Brûlée wasn't quite for me due to the sweetness and the value didn't fully match the price in my opinion. That being said, I would definitely come back to try another item on their menu!

    Cheesy Ahi
    Jocelyn O.

    You know the food is going to be 10/10 when there's a line out the door. Ocean Taste located in South Shore Market is my new favorite spot to grab lunch when I'm craving seafood. They offer a variety of items on their menu ranging from poke bowls, baked "aburi" bowls, chirashi bowls, and refreshing drinks.

    Spicy salmon crème brûlée
    Lauren G.

    I wanted to try the spicy salmon crème brûlée because I had heard a lot about it. It was novel! The bruleed bits provided a nice crunch. The spice level and the furikake seasoning were good, and the rice was cooked well. Definitely worth trying.

    Signature bowls
    Angela M.

    I visited Ocean Taste this evening before they closed and wish I ordered a different bowl. I ordered the Snowy Volcano Don before and forgot how spicy the spicy ahi is that I didn't really enjoy it. The next time I visit, I want to try the Tofu Poke Salad or the Lava Flow Don. Parking is typically a challenge in the early evening because everyone is on their way to a dinner reservation or shopping at Nordstrom Rack or TJ Maxx. The only person who was friendly and welcoming was the female who took my order.

    Krissm A.

    What an amazing yummy place. This was one of the most delicious meals I've had. The service was fantastic and also friendly people. I have been to many poke spots but this definitely hit the spot. I highly recommend trying this place out.

    StaciLei T.

    Ocean Taste at South Shore Market has some of my favorite chirashi and torched bowls. The fish is really fresh and has amazing flavor combinations... all in a fast casual setting. The 5-seasons don is one of my favs with ahi, salmon, ikura, snow crab, and a soft boiled egg. Plus a shiso leaf, adding that bite of refreshingness. If you're a fan of chirashi bowls, you gotta try this one out. They have a whole aburi series which showcases their torched bowls. Torching the fish melts the fat and brings out a creamy texture. My favorite is the torched garlic salmon and the torched garlic butter ahi. The quality is really reflected in the price and portions seems more of Japanese standards than American. It's really all about the quality and unique flavor combinations for an accessible price point and place.

    Lisa C.

    I have been there since day one!! From the time they opened at Ohana Marketplace, to their temporary relocation near Kaimuki High school, to their current location at Ward.. ! I will continue to follow them and their delicious poke bowls! (secretly wishing they would open a second location in California.. lol) Was so surprised to see how BUSY they were on a Wednesday afternoon. My go to is usually the torched garlic salmon with light mayo. I'm so glad they didn't run out! Their dine in area is always neatly kept. There are also small tables outside the restaurant. Lots of place to sit and catch up with friends or family over delicious food. Oh and perks to the owner, who is super friendly, and remembers me everytime I visit :)

    spicy salmon creme brulee
    Shay Y.

    Ocean Taste is a lot of my friends' favorite poke bowl. Last time I had a wasabi ahi bowl. Today I got the spicy salmon creme brulee. I honestly preferred the wasabi ahi. I think this was just an off day for them. Prices are high, portions are... okay. But the fish is usually very good. The creme brulee bowl is good, but maybe just not for me. This isn't "fast" food, so be patient. They are making the bowls to order and esp if your bowl gets torched, it will take several minutes. But the freshness and quality is evident. I like that the standard rice is sushi rice. There's a lot of seating in here, but it gets crowded fast. There's also other tables around and in south shore marketplace. Free parking is a major perk too.

    Anthony W.

    TLDR; clean environment, low poke:rice ratio and quite salty This is a cute poke stop east of Ala Moana Center. The vibe is relaxed, the store is clean and the staff are friendly and efficient. The poke however was quite salty and the quantity of it was a fairly thin layer over a hump of rice. The quality of the fish was ok. I personally would recommend the Foodland Farms in Ala Moana Center for poke (especially the ones made from locally caught fish), but if you like rich, heavy flavors this place might be for you.

    garlic torched salmon
    Doreen T.

    Thanks to Feed Mei Mei on YouTube, we discovered our favorite torched bowl in Oahu! This was our very first lunch stop after arriving in Waikiki. It was a busy lunch hour, and we waited about 10-15 minutes for our food, but it was absolutely worth it. We shared the garlic torched tuna, spicy salmon crème brûlée, garlic torched salmon, and a honey calamansi drink. My favorite was the garlic torched salmon, so creamy and flavorful. The other bowls came with spicy mayo, which I can't really handle, but my husband happily devoured those. We washed everything down with the refreshing honey calamansi. I only wish we had more time in Oahu so I could go back to try the chirashi bowl, they all looked amazing. I guess that just means we'll have to plan another trip soon! Parking is shared with South Shore Market, and there are limited tables inside, plus some outdoor seating as well.

    Inside seating
    Jill F.

    @fortunefoodfinds: "SALMON like you! A Spicy Salmon Crème Brûlée Bowl on sushi rice from OCEAN TASTE located inside the South Shore Market at the Ward Village. Sweet, savory, n' oh so tasty!" SERVICE: friendly INTERIOR: clean, good amount of high stool n' table seating available EXTERIOR: in the South Shore Market WAIT TIME: came right before they were closing n' was the last customer so only waited 5 mins after placing order before receiving food PARKING: garage OVERALL COMMENTS: I always order something under their Torched Series, n' this time I got the Spicy Salmon Crème Brûlée bowl that I inhaled. Sooo good! The salmon n' sauces were on point in texture n' taste. My kids also loved the sushi rice underneath. Great location if you plan to shop in the area!

    Monica Y.

    Not sure why this was the first time hearing about Ocean Taste because it was amaaaazing! I only found out that day I went that it used to be at the old Ohana Marketplace and at another location for a short while. It's located in Ward on the first floor where TJ Maxx, A Line, Mahina Made and a bunch of other stores are. Parking gets crowded but so nice because that parking structure is free. Ocean Taste is on the left hand side if you enter from the parking lot side. There's about 6 tables and bench seating along the store. The line was pretty long to order but it moved fast. And it tastes 10 minutes or less to have your order ready. So fast! I ordered the Torched Spicy Mentaiko Ahi. It looks small but when you eat it it actually fills you up. I love how the toppings completely fills the top of the rice so you get ahi and toppings in every bite. The torched flavor is my fav. I also tried my friends torched garlic salmon and was a little jealous because the garlic mayo was on point. Their menu items are definitely different from other places. I recommend you give them a try if you haven't already.

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    10 months ago

    Best poke bowls!! Always fresh an ric isnlerfrxt everytime. Will be back again very soon.

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    This is my go to spot for poke bowls. One of my favorite spicy ahi spots. The fish is always fresh as well.

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    Delicious, very Fresh and friendly service! Nested away in a Convenient area inside of south shore market!

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