North Shore Poke is an institution in Huntington Beach. The vibe begins with the welcoming staff;…read moreShawn (the owner), Kai and Luke readily know the names and orders of the locals. The North Shore Poke crew makes everyone feel at home. If you are new to the shop, they will ask questions to help you create your perfect poke bowl. The fish and the produce are always fresh; the optional add ons allow customization for each meal and the list of small batch, in house crafted, sauces are AMAZING. Try a sauce combo to elevate your poke bowl experience. They also have a selection of Hawaiian Sun drinks. The Lilikoi Passion flavor will complete your island palette experience. Eat at North Shore Poke to support small local businesses.

We visited North Shore Poke Co around 11:30 am on a weekday and it wasn't busy at all. The shop…read moreitself is pretty spacious with plenty of seating. We parked in a nearby structure and walked over. We ordered a bowl with ahi tuna and salmon, and overall, it was just okay. The flavors were pretty decent, but the texture of the fish seemed a little off at times, which threw us off while eating. It definitely wasn't bad, but with so many poke options throughout Orange County, I've had noticeably better fish quality elsewhere. The staff was super kind and welcoming, which I really appreciated. Overall, it was a fine experience, but the poke itself didn't stand out enough for me to see myself coming back.

Hello beautiful foodies of the OC. Couldn't decide on what might be good on a hot day. And I found…read morethis little gem tucked away on Beach boulevard called , Ahi Pokie . I was truly surprised to find the offerings to be so extremely fresh and appealing. Every single item even the marinated tuna, for the octopus we're so extremely fresh and tasty. You are allowed to taste it. Andrew , serve me. And I found his service to be more than compassionate, kind, eager to assist! These qualities are rare in someone serving food so very very fresh and delightfully appealing. Upon tasting the food I am so surprised that it is truly some of the best Poke, in the Orange county area. If you're out and about, if you're on your way to the beach, if your wife is giving you a hard time, get over here get your Mac on. Stop playing around. Your joy depends on this food I'm telling you it's good stuff. Time to nurture your soul. Time to nurture your body. Rock on fellow Beach lovers.

Stopped by around 6 PM on a Sunday and there was no line. There's a large parking lot with plenty…read moreof open spaces, so parking was easy. Ambiance was chill and relaxed. Service was attentive throughout the visit. They offer several premade bowls, but you can also build your own, which I did. There were plenty of flavors and sauces to choose from, and the descriptions next to each option made it easy to figure out what everything was without having to ask. The selection isn't the largest I've seen at a poke spot, but there were still enough options to put together a bowl without feeling limited. The portions were also generous, with a good amount of both protein and toppings. I ordered tuna and salmon, and both tasted fresh. The only thing of note was the rice, which was a little too moist and tended to clump together. It didn't ruin the bowl, but a slightly firmer texture would have been better. Overall, it's a solid poke spot with fresh fish and good portions. The straightforward menu and helpful descriptions also make it easy to order if you're trying it for the first time. I'd come back and try some of the other combinations.

Bear Flag in Pacific city Huntington Beach is a hidden gem of a location. The view speaks for…read moreitself - the patio lines PCH with the amazing view of the ocean- I recommend timing the visit with the sunset and you won't regret it. The patio is also dog friendly- I took my 5 month old puppy (we're learning manners) and it was perfect. The sunset / golden hour visit just so happened to coincide with happy hour. I can officially recommend the house margarita (10/10) and fish tacos. Round it out with some calamari and you have yourself a perfect evening! For the non fish loving friend they do have chips and guacamole (Thank you Spenser!). I am already planning my next visit!

HB Bear Flag the Spot! Service is Key! Spencer took care of the Family. Great spot great food great…read moreservice all around!

Came by for the grand opening and ordered the plated lunch with beef teriyaki, mahi mahi, and fried…read morechicken. The fried chicken was my favorite--the skin was super crispy and not salty at all, and the glaze complemented it perfectly! The atmosphere was a little different with all the grand opening activity and lots of hands behind the counter, but the food was great. Can't wait to come back. Congratulations on the grand opening!

Closest thing to Hawaii that we're gonna get! Glad that they relocated a bit closer to us. We've…read moregotten a few things, but we mostly come back for their super crispy chili peppa chicken (spicy garlic, of course) Regarding the new location, I'd keep the shade up so people can see, driving by. Bus the tables more often, maybe add a few more Hawaiian decor to make it more inviting! Overall, I'm happy for them on this new beginning!

Took me this long to finally try Bear Flag, and it did not disappoint!…read more Got a 1/2 pound of salmon poke and 1/2 pound of ahi tuna poke., and they each came with a side of tortilla chips! The salmon was buttery and soft, while the tuna was flavorful. Honestly don't know which one I liked more, they were both delicious. 'Bear Flag Taco': this tasted really fresh and light, felt like I could have multiple! 'Pineapple Margarita': I believe this was their special drink of the day, and it was only around $12! Personally thought it was strong, so it's such a good deal! Verdict: i didn't have high expectations, but everything I tried was actually really yummy!

One of the Worst First Impressions I've Had at a Restaurant…read more I recently moved to Newport Beach and came across Bear Flag Fish Co. while shopping. It was my first time there, and unfortunately, it will probably be my last. I ordered a sushi lobster roll that was around $35. The menu did not clearly disclose the ingredients, and nobody explained to me what was included in the roll. When it arrived, it was covered in a very heavy amount of mayonnaise and other sauces mixed together. Because I have allergies to certain ingredients, I politely asked the waiter if they could take it back and prepare one without the sauces. The waiter was actually very polite and handled the request professionally. I had no issue with him whatsoever. Then JUAN, THE MANAGER, came over. Instead of trying to understand the situation or simply resolving the issue, he questioned why I would return an expensive item after it had already been prepared. I explained very clearly that the ingredients had not been disclosed to me and that I had an allergy, which was the reason I needed it prepared differently. His response was extremely unprofessional. Rather than showing concern about a customer's allergy or acknowledging that the ingredients could have been explained more clearly, he basically told me that the issue with the ingredients was not his business. Seriously? A customer comes into your restaurant for the first time, spends money on a $35 roll, explains that they have a food allergy, and this is how the manager chooses to handle the situation? Mistakes happen. Restaurants get orders wrong. That isn't what bothered me. The way management treated me after I politely explained the problem is what bothered me. For a restaurant charging premium prices, I expect premium-level customer service and professionalism. Instead, I left feeling like my concerns were an inconvenience. JUAN, as the manager, should understand that customer service is part of his job. If a customer has an allergy concern, the appropriate response should be to listen, clarify the ingredients, and find a reasonable solution--not argue with the customer about the cost of the food. The waiter was courteous and tried to help, so I want to give him credit for that. Unfortunately, the manager's behavior completely overshadowed the rest of the experience. First impression: extremely disappointing. If you're going to charge around $35 for a roll, customers should be able to expect clear communication about what's in their food and professional treatment when they raise a legitimate allergy concern. I came in as a new customer who was simply looking for a good place to eat in my new neighborhood. Instead, I walked away wondering how a restaurant with these prices can have management that handles customers this way.

So good.. and so nice. We came into as they were closing and still filled our order. Would…read morerecommend to others!

First time at Nori Poke and overall a solid experience. The staff were really helpful knowing it…read morewas our first visit and walked us through everything, which made it easy to figure out what we wanted. My partner was happy with the quality of her bowl and I appreciated that eating in means your food comes in a bowl rather than takeout packaging. Less waste is always a win in my book. A couple of personal wishlist items: I tend to gravitate toward crunchy toppings like tempura crunch or garlic chips and they didn't have those, so if you're a texture person like me just keep that in mind. I would also love to see kewpie mayo as a sauce option someday, though I'll admit I'm not sure how common that is at poke places so maybe that's just me being hopeful. The one thing that threw us off was the spam musubi timing. It came out after we had already finished our bowls, at which point we were honestly starting to wonder if it had been forgotten. It would have been much better alongside the meal rather than after. Just a timing thing but worth mentioning for future visits.

Their bogo burrito deal is a banger and makes lunch for 2 great and budget friendly. They…read moreingredients in my burrito all tasted super fresh and the eel sauce adds even more umami flavors. Every time i'm in oc i have to stop by here for a bite!

Stopped by on a Monday around 7:30 PM for a pickup order. There wasn't a line when I arrived, and…read moremy food was ready right away. The restaurant is located in a center with a large parking lot, so finding a spot was easy. Inside, there were a few tables for dining in, and the music gave the space a relaxed atmosphere. The staff was friendly and had everything ready to go. I built a poke bowl with white rice, salmon, spicy crab, sweet corn, cucumber, edamame, and mandarin oranges. The salmon was good, though it didn't particularly stand out. The spicy crab added a nice kick, and the sweet corn brought a satisfying crunch. The cucumber and edamame tasted fresh, and brought everything together well. The sauce had a bright, citrusy flavor that added some zest without overpowering the bowl or making it too spicy. One ingredient I didn't expect to enjoy as much as I did was the mandarin oranges. They added just the right amount of sweetness and helped balance the savory flavors throughout the bowl. Overall, it's a solid poke spot with fresh ingredients, quick service, and easy parking. Nothing was over-the-top, but everything was prepared well, and I'd happily stop by again when I'm in the area.

Food was amazing. Their poke is probably the best in its area…read more I was here the other night! Kudos to the cook who made the spam musubi (must try!) And the servers were so polite, helping me every step of the way. Will come back again.

First time Poke eater review!…read more Im here visiting from the DC area and was 3.5 miles into a walk when I spotted this gem! Ive never had poke because im super skeptical of raw fish but this was AMAZING, I can't imagine having a better experience elsewhere. I was walked through the whole process so kindly and with patience (I'm super indecisive), which I really appreciate. The place is kept clean and the fish was fresh. Totally recommend supporting this amazing family owned business!

I haven't been here in a while, was in the area and felt nostalgic so I gave it a go…read more So glad that I did - the Uroku I knew and loved is back!! They are still a little pricey, but who isn't nowadays. The important thing to me was the generosity I was so used to was back!! Fresh fish and a good amount of it - they already had amazing sauces, many other ingredients, and a nice vibes, friendly staff and ample seating. Now a generous amount of fresh fish is back, so I'm back :) Thanks for straightening things out since my last visit Uroku!! So happy that this is an option for me again!

I probably won't order on the app again. You're allowed 6 toppings like avocado and crab meat, but…read moreyou can't double up on anything and they don't really make it up to you by increasing the portions of the toppings you did choose. I ordered 2 of the the same bowl and only chose one topping for one of them and asked if they could just give me more crab meat in order notes. My second bowl I added 6 different toppings. When we got the orders, the second bowl was jam packed while the first with only one topping looked skimpy. In any case, the fish is always fresh here. It's my daughter's favorite poke ever so we keep coming back. Just have to make sure we order in person next time and fully maximize the 6 topping rule.

Poke Star was such a great lunch find! Even though they were pretty busy, the service was fast and…read moreefficient. I ordered a regular-sized salmon poke bowl with half salad and half rice as my base, and the woman assembling my bowl gave me some thoughtful recommendations for toppings. She clearly knew what she was doing because the combination was delicious! I took my bowl to go and enjoyed it at the beach, and it was the perfect meal before a long swim. Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and nutrient-packed. It was filling and satisfying without leaving me feeling overly full or bloated, which made it easy to enjoy the rest of my day. I'll definitely be coming back!

Stopped for a quick lunch. It was very fast service! Fish tasted very fresh! The sauce wasn't over…read morepowering, and the avocado wasn't over priced! I liked the island decor on the inside as well