It's a bit on the expensive, but both my friend and I thought it was incredible. We ordered very different items as well. He declared it is his favorite restaurant after trying this last night. He thought it was the best takoyaki he had ever tried as well. It was good, not sure if it was the best imo. But freshly made and brought to your table is always good. read more

Was in the mood for poke and figured I would try this place out. At 5:30 on a friday evening, it wasn't too crowded, with plenty of seating. Seating was self serve, kind of like chipotle, after you order in the assembly-line style line. At first, I was kind of surprised to see that each bento-tray was ~$22, with no sizing options. However, the portion was massive, enough for one to be super full or to have lunch the next day! I liked how the bento was quite customizable. The restaurant is korean-fusion with poke, so there were many toppings, base rice that are more commonly linked with korean food. It was pretty good! The salmon was fresh and fatty. One of the fresher poke spots I have had in the bay. The toppings were fresh, and visually vibrant! I think my only critique would be the pricing and maybe having more options for sizing. Otherwise, you are getting what you are paying for! read more

Omee J 2 - the bowl (44 oz) - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

The quality of everything is pretty well maintained. The raw salmon is fatty and fresh, and you're able to order 5 toppings as well. They also have purple rice as a base option, which i found as a nice to have. When you walk in, it's a standard poke place where you go to the counter and someone helps you with making your bowl. They do accommodate large parties, and it was easy for my group to fit 10 of us in one table. I do think for the price (~$24 before tip), it is expensive for two scoops of protein, but i would say the quality is there. Definitely fulfills my raw fish cravings read more

Omee J 2 - poke - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

Recently OMEE J 2 pops up in my social media feeds multiple times, I was intrigued by the great looking bento box of colorful ingredients so we picked a day to go get lunch. When we got there, looking at the menu, I quickly realized it's basically a fancy k-style poke bowl restaurant. Because the photos on Yelp are not up-to-date, their price per meal has gone up quite a bit: price went from $17.95 to almost $22 for a bento box. The portions are big I have to say, and the poke are fresh, but I want to say if you order there, try not to get too much sauce on the poke or it will quickly become very salty. I had to drink 2 cups of water after the meal because it's just way too much salt in the sauces. read more

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The build your own bowl is similar to Chipotle concept but way better! Great options and quality is fantastic! The people who work there are so nice and friendly! read more

Save yourself and skip the sides. I tried the chicken karage and for the price you pay it's not worth it. There is nothing special about the chicken itself. It was fried ok, taste ok, but very small portion for large amount of money. The poke bowl has been consistent and you can ask for the sauces on the side if you are doing takeout so the bowl doesn't sit drenched in sauce. Stick with the main item, poke. read more

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Omee J 2 wowed my expectations and what everyone is saying about it being a Korean/Japanese chipotle, this super accurate. I enjoyed how healthy, well balanced their food was and looking at each bowl, it's super colorful and that's what you want for a well balanced meal. Rice, protein and vegetables/fruit! On top of that the portions were really big. My favorite part is that there are hot proteins like chicken and bulgogi. Then there is poke in which I got the salmon and tuna. They were both fresh and the portion was decent. The also have inside seating but you order at the front at the front glass area where all the food is. We took it to go and it tasted great. Definitely coming back. read more

Omee J 2 - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

I was disappointed in the quality of the spicy salmon this time. Some pieces had a weird, chunky chew and the flavor was quite heavy on sriracha. The plain salmon was delicious as usual though as is the garlic butter, creamy garlic sauce and unagi sauce! Prices are also now $24 after tax and their yellowtail quantity is limited, so come earlier in the day. read more

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Whoever decided to make a 44oz bowl is a genius.. At first I was overwhelmed by Omee J 2's selection of what to include in my bowl, but all of the possibilities are delicious so it really doesn't matter that much. Add-ons I would definitely not skip include: garlic butter and grilled corn for my base toppings, spicy crab meat, and tobiko. For sauce, you can't go wrong with classic unagi or garlic ponzu. I will note that the quality of their proteins was really good; I especially enjoyed the tuna! This is a really clean spot and the service was super fast. Lots of seating inside as well, so you can eat your bowl while it's still fresh. read more

Omee J 2 - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

This poke place has very generous portions, and lots of options! You can get 2 proteins, 2 sauces, and 5 additional toppings. I sat down in the restaurant after getting my bowl, and left feeling pretty stuffed. Compared to other overpriced poke places in the area, I'd say for the amount of food I got, it was worth it. read more

Omee J 2 - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

This place is like another chipotle style poke place but with more Asian dishes. Poke (5/5): I really enjoyed the poke here. There were so many flavors to choose from and the bowl was so packed! read more

Omee J 2 - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

This is the Chipotle of Korean food. It was fun to build a bowl guessing what might go with what. If you aren't familiar with Korean/Japanese flavors, you may have a challenging time picking out what you want. If you are familiar with the different flavors--go to town on your bowl of yummy perfection. Three stars because it was super loud and yelling so the person making my bowl can hear my choices was not fun. In the end, I looked at my bowl and it looked like hodge-podge of this and that without rhyme or reason. Is it worth $27 per bowl? No. read more

Omee J 2 - Menu - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

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First time trying Omee J 2 and I really enjoyed it! I appreciate that they offer not only poke options but also cooked meats for those who don't eat raw fish. The staff were friendly, patient, and helpful in explaining all the ingredients. Everything was neatly organized, which I liked since I shared a bowl with my husband and we each have different topping preferences. The ingredients tasted fresh, and I noticed the team consistently wiping down surfaces, keeping the area behind the glass partition very clean. We went with a mix of spicy tuna and beef along with several toppings. I also liked that they have sauce mixture recommendations displayed on the glass which is super helpful if you can't decide. You can request complimentary water and extra bowls for sharing. Definitely plan to come back to try more of their bases, toppings, and sauces! read more

Omee J 2 - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

Solid spot if ure looking for healthy hearty options with large portions! Like everyone said, it's like Asian Chipotle. One standout I will say is that I truly commend them for being SO CLEAN. When I was ordering, the server was wiping down the equipment and counter every time after he had used it. So clean! As for the food, I'd recommend people to SKIP THE POKE. I know. How could anyone resist poke? I, for one, couldn't resist and got a scoop of the spicy salmon only to be disappointed by it's rubbery texture. I almost thought I was eating tuna instead. Salmon is usually fatty and soft, but this salmon had tuna like texture. The spicy sauce also lacked salt or any flavor. Not really spicy. But beyond the poke options, everything else is pretty good. I got chicken as well which was delicious. The garlic butter is AMAZING. I was worried it'd be too strong and buttery but it was not! I think besides the poke, the only other thing I wish that the sauces were just a bit more seasoned. It was bland, at least for mine. Anyway, I'd still totally come back again as this is such a great spot for those looking for healthy choices! read more

Omee J 2 - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

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Think Chipotle, but upgraded! This spot offers a massive variety of toppings, including meat and fish, and the portions are huge for what you pay. I loved that they have a wide selection of appetizers and house-made drinks, too. It's a perfect, casual spot for a solid meal. The parking lot is a bit small and sits right off a big road, but it's manageable once you get in there. read more

Omee J 2 - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

Think Korean chipotle - build your own bowls Bowls were ~$22, but generous portions. It could be 2 meals for some I had this place saved for a while and wish I tried it sooner! Bowls are customizable and there is such a wide selection from base, protein, toppings, and sauces!! You don't usually see purple rice as a base (get it!!). For my protein, I ended up choosing spicy pork (DELICIOUS) and spicy salmon (also delicious). Pear slushee was light and refreshing. It was a good place to catch up with some friends as it's casual, but nice inside with lots of seating. Love this place! read more

Omee J 2 - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

Love this place!! They have so many protein/topping/sauce options--anyone is able to build their ~perfect~ bowl. I love that they offer both raw and cooked protein options. Both times I've been here I've opted for poke-style bowls with raw fish, but next time I think I'll try the chicken or steak. The bowls aren't cheap at $21 for the base cost, but the portions are generous and one bowl would be enough for two people to share (at least for lunch, in my opinion). You get your choice of five toppings to a bowl, which is difficult because they offer so many great options. My faves are the broccoli, beets, and grilled corn. I get purple rice & kale as my base and it is absolutely fire. Brought my sister here after initially coming here last year with friends and she loves it as much as I do!! Staff are always friendly. Good amount of indoor seating and a couple tables outside. Clean and simple interior. Truly such an amazing spot for a delicious customizable bowl (my favorite type of food EVER)!!! As I type this review, I'm dreaming of the bowl I'll build the next time I find myself in SJ. read more

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Great quick and loaded lunch option! Priced at approx $20 per bowl, it is pricey but I think you get a lot for what you pay. They really do load it and the protein options are great. Love that they have purple rice. The amount of options can be overwhelming but what a great feeling to have when you're building ur own bowl! Service is great, you just order build ur own style (similar set up to Chipotle) read more

Omee J 2 - sotteok - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

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Omggg this was amazing! They have so many options. I love how they do poke salmon and chicken they are god options for those who are vegetarian as well. This was worth my $22. Two meals in one I had it for brunch and lunch. I wish this wasn't so far from me otherwise I'd get it every week! read more

Omee J 2 - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

HUGE and DEEP bowls. There's no way to visualize the 44oz bowls except to see it in real life. The really unhinged way to work with this is to go to the Trader Joe's in the same plaza and buy a bag of spring mix, shelled edamame, and an avocado. Now you've got like 3 or 4 premium restaurant meals for like $30 total. Budget picnic with a friend??? Get the sauce on the side so you can control how much you get and then you can even repurpose the leftovers. This was my order, which I was fairly satisfied with: - purple rice - grilled vegetables + grilled corn - spicy pork + spicy salmon - tofu + pickled onions + cucumbers + crab meat + carrots and daikon - furikake + onion topping The pork was well-seasoned but still had a porky taste to it, so if you are like me and really am not a fan, then I would probably pass on this one. My ideal would've been the yellowtail but they didn't have it that day. read more

Omee J 2 - poke bowl - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

My husband and I really enjoy this restaurant! The portions are humongous and there are lots of options to choose from. We mainly get the marinated proteins, and the flavors are great. My husband has tried the raw protein before and had no notes on it, so I'll take that as a good sign. Their Korean pear slushy is SO refreshing! I have to get it every time. Service is quick and effecient. Staff is polite. Easy and straightforward ordering process. The restaurant is pretty roomy with some outdoor shaded seating. Bottom line: Perfect for a quick delicious meal. read more

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Omee J 2 is like the poke bowl final boss, served up fast-casual style. For $20 you can get a 44 oz bowl of items of your choosing. The choices can be overwhelming so I highly recommending scanning through the menu before getting in line. From cooked to raw proteins, a ton of veg options and sauces it literally is building your own bowl. From all the times I've been here the staff is professional and pleasant. Generous servings of fresh, good quality ingredients for an awesome price of $20- hello? In this economy? I always order their sotteok, rice cake and sausage, bc I like differing food textures and the contrast of salty sweet sauce. Awesome place for lunch and portion is more than enough to share with a friend! Interior is clean, not noisy and if there is a line it moves pretty quickly! Lots of seating to dine in or for take out. Lots of parking in this plaza that's shared with other eateries. read more

Omee J 2 - Poke Bowl and Sotteok - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

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Please don't think I'm joking when I say this is my favorite spot to eat in the Southbay. Omee J 2 is SO good! Think of it as a Chipotle but make it poke, steak, and Asian! One of my favorite parts about this place is the portion size and how I truly feel healthy after eating it. Their crab meat and spicy crab meat are so flavorful and every ingredient tastes fresh! It is a little pricey for not being a total sit-down restaurant but it's worth the money (around 24 total). Give this place a shot!! read more

Omee J 2 - Bowl - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

Anyone who knows me knows that I love any sort of BYO bowl spot, so I was pumped to see a spot that advertised as a BYO protein bowl restaurant. I loved how there were protein options for both poke and cooked meat, I got the spicy salmon and chicken and really liked both. Also got 2x grilled corn, spicy crab, edamame, cucumber, cauliflower, broccoli, and some fried onions and garlic. Chicken was very flavorful and tender and I could definitely taste the spice in the crab and salmon. It is interesting that they only have one size bowl option that you can order (which is pretty massive) but the food was so delicious that I devoured the whole thing anyways. There was a bit of a line when I came here but it moved quite quickly, and the seating area was a bit crowded but easy to find a table when we needed one. read more

Omee J 2 - Chicken and spicy salmon - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

I didn't eat in store but was wowed by the gorgeous interior and the superior customer service. I placed an order for 6:30 and came a little early. They didn't have my order ready yet so I sat down waiting for my name to be called, but I was pleasantly surprised when they came up to me and handed my order! Like the other reviews said it is pricey but the portions are big and you can definitely make two meals out of 1 portion. I ordered salad as my base and the freshness is there! It was still crunchy even when I got home. The poke was delicious and the sides were plentiful. I'm so glad I was recommended this place! Definitely worth a try and I will be coming back! read more

Omee J 2 - Poke - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

The best way to describe this spot to someone who hasn't been is a Korean/Japanese Chipotle. They have an expansive selection of hot proteins and other items as well as poke and cold items, so it can be a little bit of decision overload. You've gotta make your mind up on which route to go so you end up with something cohesive. After a weak start to building my bowl, I didn't decide which route I wanted to go, I was able to turn it around and still make something quite delicious. I went with a few different poke options and really liked them all. The only thing I didn't love and would skip out on next time is the crab salad (I should listened to John D's review because he was right that it was over seasoned). Overall a super positive experience and I look forward to coming back here. The portions were pretty massive so I think with the addition of a side or two this bowl can easily be a meal for two big eater. read more

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A friend suggested we come here for our monthly dinner outs - and while at first I was hesitant in trying it out, I'm glad we did! The restaurant is located in a shopping center that shares quite a few shops - Happy Lemon, Yogurtland, Smash Burger, etc. I'm not sure which shop used to be in this location, but I believe Omee J2 is fairly new. The inside is nicely decorated with plants and clean seating areas. There is a big space for various groups to gather and lots of room for people to have conversations. We found a nice open area near the front wall to sit down. After everyone was ready - we went up and ordered. Since it's a build-your-own kind of place - we looked over the items and put in our orders once at a time. Everyone ended up with something slightly different. I had the purple rice with steak and veggies, a soy sauce egg and garlic ponzu sauce. I also asked for the summer night sauce (very delectable) on the side. There was a good rice to meat to veggie ratio and the sauces that I picked didn't overshadow the flavors in the bowl at all. It was delicious and I felt very healthy for having fresh veggies. Service was great as well - the staff was very friendly and answered all our questions. They were also patient when the six of us weren't sure what we wanted and waited for us to decide without hurrying us up. Overall, a very nice place to get some healthier meal options and hang out. It got a little busier once we finished ordering, but the volume inside was diffused enough that we were able to carry on a conversation without any difficulties. read more

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Wow, so many incredible options - there's tofu for vegetarians too. It's like a chipotle but with Asian food which is really tasty! The bowl is about $20 each but the portions are HUGE so you can stretch it for two meals at least. So worth it. Get here with plenty of time, the line can take a while because each bowl is customized for each customer and there are lots of steps so it ends up taking a while to actually sit down with your food if there's even 5 people in line ahead of you. read more

Omee J 2 - My bowl! - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

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This was my first time trying and it was super good. My bowl was $24, but the serving was huge, I split it into two meals. I am not a raw fish person, and they have good cooked protein options. I got steak and shrimp. The toppings were so good, for my base I got the grilled veggies and corn on my purple rice. The crab salad and spicy crab salad was good, I also added cucumber, broccoli, and tofu. I added spicy mayo and garlic ponzu. It was super filling and refreshing. Didn't feel heavy at all. Excited to come back read more

Omee J 2 - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

Been wanting to try this spot out for awhile and got around to it today. It's a build your own bowl place with some appetizers/sides available but I just got the bowl. Lots of variety and good for people who are vegetarian too I think because they have lots of non-meat options. I tried the tuna and salmon for the protein option and they seem quite fresh! No fishy aroma at all. Goes great with the spicy Mayo and ponzu. A bit pricey ($20) but the portion is huge. I personally can get 2-3 servings out of one bowl so it makes the price worth it. Would definitely come back. read more

Omee J 2 - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

Like chipotle for poke bowls. It was tasty and a lot of food but I would not return. read more

Food is delicious and tastes fresh! So many options to choose from. I got the purple rice (highly recommend). The spicy mayo definitely has a kick to it. I'm definitely going to eat here again! read more

Omee J 2 - Build your own bowl - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

Great spot if you're looking for healthy, protein-heavy bowls with Asian flavors. A bowl costs almost $30, but the bowl is huge! It could probably fit 2 meals. They offer a lot of options, especially the option to get purple rice, which I like. This place gives a fast-food type of vibe where you can order and take it to go or eat inside. There's plenty of parking in the plaza this place is located. The service of the place is overall good. read more

love omee j2! the options are endless and the portion size is huge! the staff here are super helpful when answering our questions! the price is worth it for the quality of ingredients and the portion size. i always get super full and cant finish in one sitting. love how they have sauce combinations which is nice ! would definitely come back! read more

Omee J 2 - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

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Hands down one of the best rice plate/poke bowl shop in San Jose. I absolutely love the quality of the food here and how quickly the workers are. It's a really spacious shop so plenty of tables to sit down and eat. You get to pick whatever you want in your bowl when you make your bowl. There are instructions on the display window to let you know how many things you can add, or what to add to your bowl, etc. For $20 + tax for a 44 oz bowl, it's a really great deal to get a bunch of protein in! read more

Omee J 2 - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

$21 a bowl, but the bowls are over 2.5 oz. Get a base. Two choice of protein. Two choice of base toppings. Five choice of toppings. Sauce. I got chicken , shrimp , caramelized onion, grilled corn, cucumber , crab and spicy crab, edamame , green onion , creamy garlic ponzu , furikake. Really good. Huge. Enough for two servings. read more

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For the price, portions and quality of food - I'm quite impressed! A plate is $21 but get lots of options to put in the bowl, and comes out to a large portion of food, easily shareable between two. Ordered Cajun shrimp and spicy tuna as our protein, purple rice mixed with salad, plum sauce and grilled veggies, with krab, cucumbers, and pickled onions. Service is quick, ambiance is basic. The inside is clean and plenty of places to eat. Would recommend! read more

Omee J 2 - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

Fast, easy and delicious! Love the variety of protein, toppings and add on dishes. I am a huge fan of build your own bowl places, and Omee J 2 just does it right. The bowl itself is a huge portion size. It's always at least two meals in one! Seating is clean and there is both indoor and outdoor seating. Restaurant has two gender neutral bathrooms. The servers are always nice and scoop up nice portions of each item. If i could come here everyday, I would!! read more

Pretty tasty but expensive. I selected for sauce on the side that did not happen so it kind of killed the meal for me (a bit too drenched in sauce) I'd come back but I'll go in next time to make sure my order is done right lol. Mistakes happen. read more

Food is really fresh and delicious. Definitely a healthier choice while still being really tasty! The man who helped us was super knowledgeable about ingredients and delicious combinations. We will definitely be back! read more