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Poke San

4.7 (52 reviews)
Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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PokeSan Bowl
Michelle H.

This is probably one of my favorite poke bowls ever! Although I only eat shrimp/chicken proteins so I dont have much to comment on the salmon/tuna proteins. The bowl is super fresh and all the ingredients felt very clean and healthy. I love how they have pre-set options and also Build your own bowls. The most interesting topping for me was the mashed sweet potato! Ive never seen that before in poke and thought it was an interesting addition. Service was great!! The workers there were attentive and had our bowls made quickly. They also were just friendly in general and I felt welcomed in the store. I also like how the store has seating against the window and also quieter booths for smaller parties.

Amber L.

Came to Chicago for work and was searching boba teas on yelp. I'm downtown by the river and it was a 16 min walk. I love walking here in Chicago so the walk was nice. Got there and the staff didn't say anything but was to the side making orders. I feel like they were just letting you be. There is a self check out. They did answer some questions and made the drink pretty fast. The place is really cute inside as well. This cloud drink was really good. Can't explain it, but I've never had a drink like it. It was like a cream. Really delicious! They do have many many drink options and the food looks really good. I had dinner reservations so I didn't try the food. I will definitely come back !

Wow wow wow! What an incredible place, from the fish looking and tasting so incredibly fresh to the rice having such a delicious flavor. This place is incredible. Fast service, clean space. Try it today!!

Hokkaido Milk Tea
Nisha C.

Stopped by Poke San and tried the Aloha Bowl and a Hokkaido milk tea and both were excellent. The bowl was super fresh and had a great balance of flavors and textures. Everything tasted really delicious and well put together. The Hokkaido milk tea was creamy and just the right amount of sweet, a perfect pairing with the bowl. The staff was really friendly and welcoming, and the space has a cute, relaxed vibe that makes you want to hang out for a bit. It was my first time here, and I'm already looking forward to coming back to try more. Great spot for a quick, flavorful meal.

5 Scoops of Protein
Jason S.

I ordered a pick-up from Poké San and walked in 20 minutes later--my order was ready right on time! The interior is super cool, with a Chipotle-style poke bowl bar where you can customize your bowl, plus a juice bar up front. There's plenty of seating if you want to eat there, both indoors and outdoors. I went with 5 scoops of protein, which I'd recommend if you're really hungry--it was the perfect portion. My bowl had veggies, sushi rice, spicy tuna, double spicy salmon, regular salmon, and spicy shrimp, topped with spicy mayo and poke sauce. The combination was spot on! For my first poke bowl in Chicago, I have to say this is as good as it gets in the Midwest. I'll definitely be coming back next time I want quick Poke and would highly recommend getting a side of spicy mayo for extra dipping!

Hawaiian Bowl
Amy D.

My poke bowl was so good that I ate it too fast and gave myself a stomach ache. It's a great takeout option for when you're in need of something special for the day. They make the portions huge too! I just wish they added more actual fish instead of rice and veggies. -AT

Poke with sushi rice
Genna G.

Very Good poke place. Fish was excellent ( super fresh ) and I enjoyed most of the toppings ( including the marinated shiitake mushroom which you don't typically find at other poke places). In addition to poke they have a hug cafe drink menu including coffees, cloud drinks , smoothies and milk teas. Recommend if in the area looking for a healthy option .

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Snehal D.

Cute poke place in river north! I tried their built your own poke bowl. They have a couple of starters and vegan option too! They have an option of in house made drinks. I tried the Sunrise drink, kinda like a milk tea and it was absolutely delicious! Highly recommend getting that drink! Quick with your order!

Vanny K.

It's hard to comment on the Poke Bowl in Chicago as I'm not familiar with the local's expectations. The fish was fresh. The service was good. There's no spicy aioli sauce? Frankly, the Poke Bowl we have in Cupertino, CA, has a better variety of fish options and condiments.

Strawberry Matcha and Small Bowl
Samantha A.

I was so excited to see another Poke place open up in Chicago, let alone River North, and this place didn't disappoint! I got the small bowl and strawberry matcha- both were great. It's a little walk from the beach too and a perfect stop to pick up from before!

Marian X.

New poke spot in town!!! Great selection of choices and all of the ingredients are fresh. Reasonable pricing for the portion served. Make sure to try out the sushi rice! It's hard to find a poke spot that serves traditional sushi rice, so it's amazing to see Sushi San has sushi rice instead of just ordinary rice. The drink menu is phenomenal, lots of choices! The drinks we ordered were all amazing! The interior design was cute, unique, and extraordinary! All staffs were very friendly and welcoming. Definitely a great spot to hit up for a quick meal (very convenient and quick place to snag a meal).

Sara K.

The poke bowls were a good value for money and so many different types of bowls and combinations to choose from! Also loved the drinks - the strawberry matcha especially.

PokeSan Bowl

I stumbled upon this restaurant while in River North and it was SO good that I had to leave a review. First off, the bowl is deceptively bigger than it looks and you get a great bang for your buck for $15. The service was excellent and the ingredients tasted so fresh. I will definitely be back!

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8 months ago

Want poke? Go to poke San! Solid food, good service, and you get exactly what you expect - deliciousness.

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Nice people. Great food. The drinks they have are insanely good. Definitely a good spot.

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1 year ago

Yummy and fresh! Such a great selection of ingredients for poke bowls! I had the Laguna and LOVED it! A definite must go!

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Love this hidden gem and the customer service is outstanding. Some of the best poke in Chicago

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Very delicious nice atmosphere! The sevice is really by ood and everything is super clean and nice!

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Frozen food that they microwave nothing looked like the photos they provided. Frozen bow buns

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Amazing bowls and even after putting in the wrong order, they were able to accommodate.

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love this place and the atmosphere as well! Food is great every time. Everyone is very kind, service is great!

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This is my favorite poke spot in Chicago, such great quality fish and the service is wonderful as well.

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Body Energy Club

4.3(12 reviews)
0.5 miNear North Side

Tried the King Kale after a workout and it hit exactly right. It's made with coconut water plus…read morewhey or vegan protein, so it feels light but still fills you up--perfect when you don't have time to sit down for a proper meal. Refreshing, clean, and actually satisfying. Service is just okay. It usually takes a while to get drinks since it seems like one person is handling everything, and today wasn't any different. Not terrible, just something to expect if you're in a rush. They do offer a decent selection of quick food options, and there are tables if you want to stay. Also nice that it's not limited to Equinox Gold Coast members--you can stop by even if you're just in the area. One detail I liked: the bamboo-style straw. Super sturdy--didn't bend or break even when I bit down on it, unlike the usual flimsy ones. Small touch, but it stood out.

It's next door to Equinox, inside the mall, on the basement level. Take the elevator and it's on…read morethe right. Blueberry Coconut Bowl (4.5/5): Delicious and crave worthy. It doesn't taste like blueberry or coconut, tastes like a subtle cashew butter. I couldn't figure out what it was, it's kind of sweet but leans more savory--it clicked that it has a similar profile to nut butters. The granola is so delicious and it's added at the bottom and top. What's the granola bc want to buy this!! The coconut whipped cream was also really good; it melted with the base and made it sweet. The bad stuff: I wish the consistency was thicker. It was smoothie in a bowl, super watery and you have to eat it like soup towards the end. Strawberry Acai Bowl (4/5): This tastes nothing like strawberry, but it's the best banana berry flavor I've ever had. Banana so easily over powders other flavors which I why I avoid it, but this was very subtle and has more berry flavors, without it being tart. I did get sick of it once I finished, but I'm just not into this flavor in general. Again, the consistency is too watery! I had to slurp this up. I also like how protein powder is automatic with the bowl, you can choose whey or vegan protein powder. With the strawberry açaí, you can go sweetened or unsweetened. Serving size is really big, but total was a little over $15, with tip. Honestly worth it.

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Chicago Raw

4.3(253 reviews)
0.2 miNear North Side
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Behind an unassuming storefront lies one of the most unique stops I've visited in the city! Raw…read morevegan establishments are few and far between, and this will definitely be a new go-to. Originally on a mission for a smoothie, I was greeted by a friendly staff member and a much larger menu than expected. There is a slew of inventive food that all looked amazing, ranging from sandwiches to noodles and sushi. I opted for the Maca Picchu smoothie, a mini cranberry muffin, and an empanada. I was blown away by how flavorful everything was! The smoothie was creamy, lightly sweet, and very refreshing. The mini muffin tasted like a firmer version of edible cookie dough and was a perfect sweet treat. The empanada was not crunchy, but it was flavorful and the vegan cashew cream was incredibly smooth. I was really impressed not only by the taste of the food, but the texture and presentation as well. There is a level of detail and care that is apparent and really exceptional. Consider me a fan- I'm already looking forward to not only the next visit, but to bring more plant-based meals into my kitchen as well!

So excited to find a real RAW food spot in Chicago. This place is legit. High quality fresh…read moreingredients for any real raw vegan looking for the raw fix. The staff are friendly and helpful finding whatever you need. Clean and small. This is a grab and go spot. The food looks simple but tastes incredible!

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