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    Pokeworks

    4.1 (42 reviews)
    ModeratePoke, Salad, Hawaiian

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Min C.

    Fantastic, if not the the best poke chain (warning: I have never actually been to Hawai'i to make any real comparisons) around this area. Ever since I made my dad a fan of poke a couple years ago, we always try the poke in a town when traveling around the southeast. This place, my friends, is so well-rounded in the basic menu but most of all, stellar service. Starting with the toppings - they have soft tofu (also as a protein but also as a free topping), surimi salad, and gochujang sauce! Best of all, I love the detail they add to their miso soup, which includes BOTH tofu and green onions. I also love the variety in their teas - hibiscus, apple vinegar, and mandarin, just to name a few. The employee who was the mastermind behind our bowls and whom we happily chatted with (cannot even attempt to spell his name but he was a cool Sengalese one) was so pleasant and empathetic as we came into the store in soiled clothes, in our failed attempt to rescue our car that got stuck in the mud next door. If I ever see another Pokeworks... no doubt it's going be our next meal!

    Pokeworks - Cedar Bluff. Knox, TN
    Vidhi P.

    Hubby and I were in the area to get service on our car and walked next door to Pokeworks (first time trying) for lunch. Luckily, there wasn't any line, so we were able to take our time and ask employees what the item consists of. They are selection of toppings to add on, even if the item you selected doesn't have it. I got #6: Sweet Shoyu Tofu and hubby got #1: Sweet Sesame Chicken. The service was amazing, they were super sweet and patient, and we didn't feel rushed. Overall, everything was good. Must try, if you're in the area or want to try something different!

    Lindsay H.

    This is a refreshing addition to a very carb and cheese heavy Southern town. The options are as healthy as you choose them to be and there are so many ways to customize the food to your liking. You can order inside and watch them build your meal or there is a drive-thru as well. Feeling woozy by the thought of raw fish? Don't fret. Cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu are also options. You also have the ability to order your proteins seared on the top. The app allows you to build rewards and fully see and customize all of your options. I ordered a regular poke bowl with white rice, shrimp, and ahi tuna. So many sauces, but I chose the Umami Shoyu sauce, which is slightly sweet like terriyaki. I also ordered the spicy aioli on the side to try it for next time and drizzle it on the garlic spam musubi my husband and I split. The musubi was interesting...seared spam slice on a bed of sesame-coated rice. Glad we tried it once but no need to get it again. For your bowl or salad, there are an abundance of toppings to choose from and some add-ons that are an additional charge, too. I added cabbage, edamame, corn, sesame seeds, wonton strips, cucumber, and paid a tad extra for avocado. I could do without the corn next time and am crossing fingers that the avocado is a bit more fresh next time, as the texture was a great addition to the bowl but it was browned with an aftertaste that was a bit bitter. The edamame, cucumber, and sesame seeds are a must-have and I loved the wonton strips paired with the softness of the tuna. My husband mentioned that he finds this spot pricey, but I feel like $15-ish per bowl is worth it for a good amount of proteins and it was big enough that it will last me two meals. Can't wait to go back and try the salmon next time.

    Spicy Ahi and Seoul Poke
    Jeanette C.

    I'm sooo glad they opened this location near me! I love sushi and poke bowls are the next best thing. I ordered the Seoul Poke...it had a great spicy flavor. All the ingredients were fresh and the kimchi was delicious! I noticed they had a variety of teas, so I made sure I tried a few of them. The Mandarin Cardamom tea was my favorite. For those that don't like seafood, they offer chicken and tofu for your protein.

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    Addy C.

    Yay a poke option close to my parents! I'm a huge poke fan and happy to report, the food is good! It's brand-spanking new - I think maybe just a few days old? The space feels clean and bright, and the AC & air circulation feels strong which is comforting for both the raw fish and during these pandemic times. The staff is very friendly, and they have a drive-thru option too. You can order one of their signature works, or make a custom version - a bowl, burrito, salad or nachos. Regular w/ 2 proteins = $11.95. Large w/ 3 proteins = $14.95. I wish they had a small size b/c the regular is pretty big for me -- but I'm good w/ leftovers lol. We did the custom regular bowl, Chipotle style where you pick your ingredients as you move down the line. We did half salad, half brown rice for the base. Tuna & salmon for our proteins. Cucumber, shredded cabbage, sweet corn, edamame, mango & jalapeno for our mix-ins. Sriracha aioli (aka spicy mayo and my go-to for poke bowls) as our sauce for one bowl, and Pokeworks Classic + Sweet Chili Gochujang for the other. Then seaweed salad, green onion, pickled ginger, shredded nori & onion crisps for our toppings. All the veggies & raw were fresh - well except for the avocado but I know keeping it from browning is a challenge for everyone. And voila, you have a very tasty, healthy & filling bowl - and you will feel great afterwards :) FYI they have a Pokeworks loyalty app - if you're a poke fan like me, definitely worth the download! I will be a repeat customer for sure! Very happy to have Poke in the neighborhood! When exiting the restaurant, if you're wanting to turn left onto Cedar Bluff Rd - safer to drive thru the Pilot parking lot and take the traffic light.

    Spicy salmon poke

    Amazing. I lived in Hawaii for 3 years and this is the best poke on the mainland I have found. Sooooo good. Wish I lived closer because this would be a weekly trip

    I did the build your own bowl with 3 proteins; and, lots of the free toppings...this this is huge!
    Adrian M.

    I did the build your own bowl with 3 proteins & all the free toppings. This thing is huge & total worth it; so yummy & it'll be at least 2 meals for me.

    Musabi. Aka spam and rice
    Ashley B.

    I went to pokeworks on Friday evening. My very first visit and it wasn't bad or great. I ordered the sweet tofu shoyu. I also ordered musabi. Musabi is spam and rice wrapped with a band of seaweed. Spam was something I ate as a kid and loved. The musabi wasn't as good I'd hoped. The spam was a little burnt and the flavor was kinda bland. Pokeworks has a floor plan that reminds me of subway. It's a long rectangle. There is a long counter on one side and a bench seat and tables on the other.

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    Thanks for the review, Min. Hope to see you again soon!

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    Fantastic experience can't wait to go back to get the awesome food at this wonderful place

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    Spam Musibo was absolutely full of flavor. Everything was delicious and the guys working the counter were super friendly and personable.

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