This place managed to stay alive during the pandemic buried in a business district--and for good reason!! The fish is very fresh and always consistently good. The staff and owner is friendly and this place is always busy. I've been to A LOT of poke places around OC for the past two decades and this one is hands down the best. Crab and avocado are standard with each poke bowl and NOT up charged. They have fresh jalapeño (not pickled) which I love and is rare to find. They also use sushi rice (have brown rice option too) which I personally prefer as it pairs with the fish very well. And the rice is fresh but not steaming hot like other places where it warms up your raw fish. The cucumbers are always fresh and crispy and being that I work across the street and have eaten here dozens of times, I've never had a bad or spoiled ingredient. Hope pokenoya stays open for a very long time. read more

Stumbled across this spot during lunch break. It's a bit hidden in a corporate plaza. Outside seating is limited but most likely would order the poke bowls on the go. The fish tasted fresh, and was a bit more pricier than other poke Bowl spots. I think for the amount of Food overall, it wasn't unreasonable. Staff was A bit slow and took a bit to assemble the entire bowl. This was not during the main lunch break hour, so I'd assume it might be tough to be in and out during 12-1pm rush. read more

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Ordered take out poke bowl today, everything was super fresh... I did order a tea and it wasn't in the order.

I got to try Pokenoya and I was blown away! The A BIT OF EVERYTHING bowl was SO SO GOOD! Their fish is sooooo fresh! The sides that you can choose for your custom bowl are excellent! They include seaweed salad, ginger, jalapeños, masago, crunchy onion, furikake, sesame seeds and cilantro. I ordered A Bit of Everything and it was absolute FIRE! It comes with rice and a bed of spring mix. I wanted to save half of the plate, but I couldn't resist since it was delicious! The front guys and the head chef are super friendly and I even had an opportunity to speak with the owner. She's a nice lady! read more

Pokenoya - Drink options including different Hawaiian sodas! - Seafood Near Me - Irvine, California

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I think they make a great poke bowl. Lots of protein options and I like the spicy salmon and ahi tuna. I have to admit that they are on the pricey side at almost $29 a bowl. You can order online which is convenient. read more

I decided to try this place out for lunch. I thought it was going to be difficult in finding this place since it's in business building but it was very easy and there was plenty of parking. I was shocked with the price of a regular bowl since it is more than the other places I go too but they do give a lot. The fish was fresh and I also liked the sauces I chose. I thought black sesame was on my masago. However, it was a small bug. I was beyond freaked out that I couldn't continue eating my bowl, despite getting rid of the masago. I'll probably give this place another try and hope for the best next time. read more

Pokenoya - Seafood Near Me - Irvine, California

Fresh fish and good choice of added toppings and ingredients. I appreciate that guacamole is not extra charge. Not a lot of sauce option for others but the options that they had worked well for me. Small place with limit seating inside but more tables outside. Overall satosfoed with the meal. I heard that it is next to a sandwich place so if you go with people who do not want poke, there are other options at that location. read more

Pokenoya - Seafood Near Me - Irvine, California

Small place nestled in between various businesses. There's a bit of seating inside and outside. Not a lot but we found a spot right away. We also found parking right in the front! Service was friendly and the food is fresh. The small and regular size poke bowls are the same, the only difference is an extra scoop of protein. They also had free water cups and filtered water that was very good. Overall a great poke place. The only complaint would be that two small bowls ended up costing $40 plus tip. It's a bit much but maybe that's just the economy right now. read more

Pokenoya - Small Poke Bowl your way - Seafood Near Me - Irvine, California

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This is my favorite poke place, and I frequent this almost once a week for lunch. I love the quality of the ingredients from the fish, to the sauce, and to the generous toppings given the price, especially in this day and age. The store also has an online ordering system, which makes it convenient. And the employees are fast and efficient, so there isn't ever really a wait. All the employees whom I've encountered have been very kind, and I think several times the owner has helped me with my order. Parking is easy, the store is clean, and it's easy to spot the shop with their orange umbrellas out front. Hands down my favorite poke shop for quality and consistency in quality. read more

Very bad ration of salmon to rice. Ordered on doordash, maybe they give you more if you eat in house. For $20+ a bowl, this is what you get... read more

Pokenoya - Seafood Near Me - Irvine, California

I visited 3 times in one week, always around 2pm, so there was never a wait. Very friendly staff, even remembered my order from day 1. Very fresh fish - I tried the Seafood Lovers, Veggie, and Tuna pre-configured bowls. Each had a different mix of toppings and sauce. All were excellent. read more

What a disappointment. I used to come here for lunch a few times a month, but it has been a while as my office moved. What happened? I ordered a regular bowl with sushi rice, tuna, spicy tuna x2, white onion, cucumber, medium spice, crab salad, avocado, masago, and seaweed salad. Where do I start...well, there was no sauce, none. There was literally one sliver of white onion, the scoops of fish were meager, but I did get 20 slices (yes I counted) of cucumber...which was under the fish, making it look like a lot of fish. The portion of sushi rice was even minimal. I won't be back, too many other options that give you what you pay for. read more

Popped in during the lunch rush and was really happy with my food + experience. Looks like prices have gone up a few dollars, but the toppings are all included in the price. I paid about $17 before tax&tip. So, in total it ends up being pretty standard pricing for poke shops right now. The fish was fresh and the toppings were similarly tasty. Great avocado, standard crab salad, and a healthy serving of garnishes. I wish there was more sauce as well as hot rice (instead of room temperature). Very satisfying! read more

Pokenoya - Seafood Near Me - Irvine, California

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Great spot for Poke if you are working in the area and have to pick something up real quick. Love how fresh the poke always is and the good selection of toppings. Definitely worth it if you're looking to grab something on the lunch hour. It IS quite pricey, but they definitely compensate with fresh and deliciousness. The service is great. Not much more I can ask for. read more

Pokenoya - 3 protein with crab salad - Seafood Near Me - Irvine, California

This little Poke shop is located in the middle of a large corporate center, making it a perfect spot to grab a quick, convenient, and quality lunch. Prices for poke in general have definitely gone up, but I think you get a pretty generous portion here. I ordered a medium bowl with salmon, tuna, & albacore, and all of the fish was fresh, and they added just the right amount of sauce for that extra flavor. The service is fast and the presentation of the bowl is still nice. This should definitely be a go-to lunch spot if you work near this area. read more

Pokenoya - Medium bowl with tuna, salmon, & albacore, and lots of toppings - Seafood Near Me - Irvine, California

Great small hole in the wall place. Portions are big and tasty. Service is good, but can get crowded at lunch time.

Service was fucking good! And everything looked delicious. Chillliiinnnn Now I am filling in the blank read more

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Hands down, the best poke I have had in Cali. Fresh, great toppings, not too complicated, nice portions (the price in my opinion reflects the portion and quality), and AMAZING CUSTOMER SERVICE. The owner is so sweet and absolutely love how he embraces his customers and lets them indulge in the food. I've been going here at least 1 or 2x a month. Would highly recommend! The ahi tuna and spicy tuna are my personal favorite! Must get the Wasabi Mayo for the sauce! PLZ SUPPORT THIS SMALL BUSINESS (: My order: Small Size (two scoops), Light Rice, Spicy Tuna and Ahi Tuna, Cucumber, White Onions, Green Onions, Edamame, Ginger, Avocado (ps, they don't charge extra for this), Seaweed Salad, Spicy Mayo, Wasabi Mayo, Eel Sauce, Garlic / Onion Crunch - *chefs kiss* read more

Pokenoya - Seafood Near Me - Irvine, California

Hidden in an unassuming sea of white, mostly unlabeled buildings, Pokenoya might be hard to find, but look for a corner spot with the door open and a table with an umbrella in front. The gentleman who took my order was so friendly, and he was very patient as he made recomendations and answered my questions. He genuinely wanted to help me and other customers. It's refreshing to experience this kind of service. One thing that nearly made me walk out, however, was the price of the regular three-scoop bowl...it was nearly $19 after tax!! But I committed and went with half brown rice/half spring mix, 2 scoops of salmon with 1 scoop of ahi tuna, and a non-spicy sauce with just a dash of the spicy. After getting my add-ins and toppings (first scoop of avocado is free!), it looked like a sizable bowl. However, I wasn't that hungry and still finished the entire thing, so maybe it wasn't as substantial as I thought? Both the salmon and tuna tasted fresh. The wasabi mayo recommended by the worker was delicious, luckily not too pungent, spicy, or sweet. I'm also glad I asked for a medium amount of the non-spicy sauce, which is like a combination of ponzu and sesame oil. Any more than what I got would have soaked everything and been too overwhelming. To sum it up: poke bowl was yummy but too expensive to get again haha. read more

Pokenoya - Regular size with 3 scoops of fish (~$19) - Seafood Near Me - Irvine, California

Small location in a business park. Hidden gem really. Service and food were great. Indoor and outdoor seating. They do not have a public restroom. read more

Hands down the best spot for Poke!! I love this spot! The team is always so kind and friendly and food is always fresh! Thank you for your kindness and great poke!! Highly recommend!! Great portion of food ! read more

The food was excellent. The poke seemed fresh with a great mix of flavor. It's hard to gauge value these days because everything is expensive, but this seemed reasonably priced and I went home full, and with half a meal. The counter ervice was friendly and efficient. The ambience outside is great for a sunny day, or takeout. Inside is nice and clean, but there isn't a lot of space, and it's an odd shape. read more

Yesterday I came in super excited to have my first raw fish in 8 months. I was diagnosed with cancer and due to chemotherapy I was not allowed to eat any raw fish during treatment. A few weeks after surgery, my doctor gave me the okay to eat raw fish again. When I mentioned this to Chris the amazing crew member that was helping me, he meet me with the same level of enthusiasm! I told Chris this is a celebratory poki! He genuinely asked about my treatment and journey. He was so nice and pleasant. By the time we got to the register and I was going to pay. He said the meal was on him! He literally took his wallet and paid for my meal. It was so generous of him. I was not expecting such kindness. Chris you are such a gem and what customer service is all about! Not only did you prepare a delicious bowl of poke but also made my day better and the celebration even sweeter. Thank you so much. read more

Pokenoya - a bowl of rice and vegetables - Seafood Near Me - Irvine, California

Pokenoya is my go-to spot, week in and week out! The variety is great, and it's always a good experience with friendly staff.

I was expecting more coming in after reading a couple reviews. I came in today with my roommate and were luckily enough to get through the ordering process fairly quickly. My total came out to be $14.98 ( with tax). The staff is nice. Yet, portions are pretty SMALL (both protein and toppings) compared to other locations in Irvine. Might give it a shot once more...maybe? Pros: -1st scoop of avocado is free - promotes sustainability with paper bowls - quick and easy to order - fish is fresh Cons: -very small portions for the price - a lot of house sauce in the bowl - minimal variety of toppings - minimal sauce options read more

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My favorite Poke spot! Great location, perfect in the heart of Irvine!! Amazing food and even amazing service great amount of worth every penny! Thank you team for always being so friendly and for always feeding my belly! read more

This is hands down my favorite poke place in Orange County. The fish tastes so fresh! There's a wider variety of toppings. Everything is honestly so delicious. I also love that they offer more items than just poke. I've ordered this lunch for my office a couple of times and now I get so many requests to re-order here. They've also never forgotten an ingredient. That attention to detail is much appreciated. Delivery is quick, if you're in the Irvine/ Technology Drive area. Plus, everything is so clearly labeled- it's very helpful for when you order multiple bowls! read more

Pokenoya - Poke bowl - Seafood Near Me - Irvine, California

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BEST Hidden Gem EVER! I love the high-quality fish they serve! The fish is always fresh, and they give a great portion too! The team is always friendly and helpful. I come here once a week! I am so happy with the service and great selection they have. 10 out of 10!! read more

i have tried many poke places in irvine and orange county and this is for sure the best poke bowl i have had. the fish is so fresh, the sauces are extremely flavorful, and the rice and toppings are amazing. very small family owned place and you can tell they care about the customers. service is friendly and quick. such a great spot for lunch read more

Pokenoya - bowl with sushi rice, salmon, spicy tuna, cucumber, pineapple, edamame, spicy mayo and mild house sauce, avocado, ginger, cilantro - Seafood Near Me - Irvine, California

It's been a few years since I've ordered from here but the prices are outrageous. I went last week and it was so expensive and I wasn't even satisfied with what I ordered. It was over $20 for a small bowl which I think is crazy. The small portion amount of fish was mediocre. I probably won't be coming back. read more

It's delicious but way too expensive for what you're getting. It's a great location if you work/live nearby as it's in a business park, making it easily accessible and easy to park. The inside is comfy and there's outdoor seating as well so it's a perfectly fine place to stay and eat. The staff were very friendly and were pretty fast in their service. Lots of quality food options and it's a nice touch to have avocado included for free. However, considering the price, for a few bucks more you can get an AYCE Sushi lunch nearby, this just isn't worth it. If you're in the mood for poki or are pressed for time, it may make sense but otherwise, you're better off spending your money elsewhere for delicious raw fish. read more

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Took my daughter and her teammate here after a tough game. We loved it! It was $$, but good portions of poke served with rice and salad. We selected the seafood lover, try everything, and Let me try plates. No disappointments whatsoever. Thanks to the previous helpers, we found this satisfying establishment in the industrial business area. read more

Tried this for the first time since I was really craving poké but only had 30 mins for lunch and this was the closest place to my work. Pokenoya is located in a business plaza, so don't be alarmed and think that your gps is mistaken. I ordered online at https://www.gopokenoya.com and picked it up with no problem and my order was correct. The bowl was shallower than at other poké places, and since I got spring mix as my base, once I mixed it, it didn't seem like there was that much poké or anything else in the bowl. Everything that I got was fresh, but I felt like I needed a little bit more sauce on my scallops & salmon and it's a bit pricey for the portion. Custom bowl with 3 proteins was $18.73 including tax. read more

Pokenoya - Custom Poke Bowl - bay scallops, salmon, spicy tuna - Seafood Near Me - Irvine, California

Good custom poké bowl, portions were good also. However, the protein fraction of the bowl was less than other poké places. I ordered 3x salmon, but didn't appear to be 3x. Definitely satisfied my poké craving, but most likely will not return due to the overpricing of the poké bowls. I know prices have risen over the past 2yrs, but paying over $26 per poké bowl is a bit much. read more

Pokenoya - Seafood Near Me - Irvine, California

Fresh, and excellent service! Great hidden gem tucked away for poke for to-go. Worth the trip!

If you're looking for some quality fish, this might be the place. If you're looking for an affordable meal, this might not be the place. Wanted to try this place out at least once before forming my opinion... which is it's good, but not $20+ good for a poke bowl. It's in a relatively convenient location located amongst the business buildings in Irvine. Small shop with a few tables located inside and outside for dining. Rating Good for the quality, OK for the price. You can definitely find more delicious, affordable poke elsewhere! read more

I was lost at first coming into an office building but no, this is corner Poke-stop out of place but seemingly home for me. To me, it seems you'd have to look this place up beforehand as it's not marked anywhere outside and there's almost no foot traffic to Pokenoya when everything within 1/2 a mile is a generic office complex, so the only way you could really find this place is if you're ordering Ubereats or just look up decent Poke while you're at Costco. Anyways... I wasn't sure if Pokenoya could compare to the good poke places that I'm used to, but after trying their it definitely held up well for the most part which surprised me. Prices are around the same and Pokenoya did a solid on the most part. With a large bowl of 5 proteins, I'd say that the spicy tuna was the best, although I probably recommend going lightly on the sauce when they drizzle the food with spicy mayo or you'll miss out on the taste of the fresh chunks of albacore or shrimp. Can't really go wrong with any of the proteins really. If I have to rate it though, 5 out of 5 for the proteins, 3 out of 5 for the rice. The issue for me was that it was late afternoon and I felt that the rice was kinda hard for me, and that is why I can't give higher than 4 stars. It wasn't as good as I'd like, but it's okay if you went for spring greens or a half greens and half rice bowl. Oh and just a heads up, there's virtually no seats inside. You'll have to sit outside in the sun under a tiny umbrella or just takeout, which I do the latter fairly often. I wouldn't call this a hole in a wall as this is Irvine, there aren't really hole in the walls here lmao. Its priced slightly higher than what you'll find North of the 133, but it's decent if you're doing takeout here. read more

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Delicious fresh poke! Hit the spot as a post-partum mom finally able to partake in sushi! They probably serve the corporate clientele due to its location and weekday lunch only hours. Few covered seating areas out front and ample parking. Love the variety in fresh fish and toppings. A little steep for a lunch -bowl is $17.38 Pp but the quality is great. Love that it includes all the toppings and avocado! Expect a small line but glad they had enough workers to keep things moving along! read more

Pokenoya - Seafood Near Me - Irvine, California

Great spot to get poke and boba during lunch. For people unsure what this is: Think of Pokenoya like a Subway or Chipotle, but for fish and rice. It's like sushi in a bowl! Pokenoya is a small restaurant located in a office plaza on Technology Drive in Irvine. They specifically cater to people that need a quick bite while working near here, and they're CLOSED on weekends. The line can get pretty long during the lunch rush, but it generally moves quickly. Ordering delivery from Pokenoya let's you avoid the line. PROPS: Good food, and fast turnaround. SLOPS: It's a small location, with limited seating (or standing room). read more

Pokenoya - Pokenoya is on the corner of this office building - Seafood Near Me - Irvine, California

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I frequent this poke shop for lunch during weekdays. This is by far the best poke shop in the area. Always quick with orders and generous on scoops. I get the 3 scoops but honestly it's more like 4/5. I've been served by 3 different workers and each worker goes pretty heavy on the scoops :) Taste wise, fish always seems super fresh and love that they go simple on the sauce. read more

Pokenoya - Menu 8/23/21 - Seafood Near Me - Irvine, California

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