Love this place! I am new to poke and have only had it at the Wow! The Hawaiian Lemonade place…read morelocated around the corner from Poke Bar. Both are great, but I like Poke Bar more as I feel you get more protein and food for the price, super fresh fish (cut smaller than Wow, but feels like I am getting more, plus I have the option of asking for tofu as an option!). I love all of the add-ins (fried garlic goes great with fish and is so good without being too overpowering, far less overpowering than fried onions), the sauces are great, I like being able to have brown rice without being charged extra (ahem, Wow Lemonade ;) ), the seaweed salad is delicious and the food was so good that right after I took the first bite I made an audible sound and rolled my eyes it was so good. I had to be chill about it, but dang, Poke Bar rocks! I also like that it is a tiny bit more affordable, and you get more food for the price. So much food that I wasn't able to finish my medium-sized bowl. Only detractor is that I wish their krab was krab salad and not just krab. And I wish that as far as two sides go, that I could get two sides of krab and just mix in one of their sauces and some wasabi and make my own krab salad. Only negative about the place is that they don't offer bags with handles, just regular brown smaller grocery bags. So, if they stepped it up a notch and had branded bags I think that would help to promote their business more since they are located in a somewhat out-of-the-way spot. Definitely come and check this place out. Super fast service, okay seating, great, great, GREAT fresh fish, and such an umami flavor. Tip: get a mix of white and brown rice to make it a tad bit healthier and get some more fiber (if you don't want to go fully salad style and get greens. Or be wild and get all three options as the base!).

The salmon and spicy tuna tasted pretty fresh, and the spicy tuna definitely had a bit of a kick…read more The house sauce and ponzu sauce were pretty flavorful, and I especially liked the crispy garlic. There are a lot of options for toppings and protein, but I wish there was a bigger portion of protein. I have also noticed that there's usually one topping missing from my order. I also would have preferred if the imitation crab had mayonnaise mixed in. The service was also fast.

favorite spot in berkeley!!! came during rush hour so luke and francisco helped me out. bowl tasted…read moredelicious and fish was fresh too. would definitely come again!! got to even meet the manager, luis -- what a cheerful guy

This is one of my staples in the area for a quick lunch--I've probably been here 15+ times in my 4…read moreyears at Berkeley. The fish and produce are always fresh and high quality, and I've never had any stomach issues afterward. I also haven't seen another poke place cut their salmon into such large, satisfying chunks. One thing to note is that the small and medium sizes use the same bowl, but you get two vs three scoops of protein. They also offer crab salad as a side rather than a protein, which is a nice perk. And if you order in store, you can choose unlimited sides--something Snackpass doesn't allow. For sauce, I recommend a combo of a soy-based option like the black unagi with some sort of aioli (miso, sriracha, wasabi crème). It helps balance out the flavors so your bowl doesn't end up too salty. I will say, however, that the amount of food you get is highly dependent on whoever makes your bowl. Some of the staff will pack it to the brim, while others are more conservative. Nonetheless, you can't really go wrong with any combination of ingredients and sauces.

Amazing food, great customer service, Reminded me of another restaurant I went to in Tokyo, would…read morego again if in area

My first time here, and definitely will be back. Ever since I had real Japanese food in Japan, I've…read morebeen on a hunt for authentic Japanese food, and this spot did not disappoint! It is so fresh, so good, my whole family was impressed! We were a big party, and luckily it was not too busy! We were served fast, and we all tried different dishes, mine was the Unagi, my son got the Omurice, and my other son got the Chicken Katsu! Street Parking, close to UC Berkeley, we will be back!

Amazingly delicious rice buns in the Koja braised beef koja burgers. Small but filling. Yummmm…read more The k fries are also delicious. Best deal is the two tacos fries and a soda for $14.25. Worth coming back soon. Very walkable.

I like the concept and vibes of this place. Service was a bit slow and we were the only customers…read morethere on a Saturday afternoon... The short rib was tender and had good flavor, and the rice bun was super crispy & yummy. I just wish the koja had more to it....it was just meat and lettuce, but it needed a cold, crunchy, and tart aspect like kimchi or something! The umami fries were not good unfortunately; they were soggy, too saucy, and I wish they layered things instead of dumping everything on top.

stopped by when i was craving poke and this spot did not disappoint! the fish was very fresh and…read morethe portions are very generous. you have the option to do a classic poke box or just grab a 1/4 of the fish ala carte (with mix-ins & sauce but no sides). the workers here are always so nice and helpful. they're also willing to explain what the items are on the menu if you're not sure! haven't tried any of the onigiri/musubi but they do have lots of delicious looking options if poke isn't your style or you're looking for something more snackable. they also have options like an unagi box (cooked eel) and salmon teriyaki if you're not into raw fish!

I was really craving poke, and this was so satisfying. My bf picked up a 3-protein bowl for me with…read moretuna, salmon, and hamachi with spicy mayo and ponzu with tons of toppings. The fish tasted so fresh and the sauces were delicious. The crab salad was also really good and normally that's iffy to me. I'm definitely coming back here when I've got a poke craving.

Overall 4.5/5 stars…read more Pros: The quality of the fish was very fresh. They have unique purple rice in their sushi rolls. The sakana roll was definitely unique in flavor and had chunks of mango in it. Portions are huge. (For 2 ppl I think 3 rolls shared would be enough) Amazing service from staff. Cozy small mom and pa spot. Cons: Parking is small and very limited. Space is small not too much seating. Some rolls were too saucy like the Bay Scallop (Baked) one

Cute little place hidden in Kensington. The place is small they are opening another one in Albany…read morethey do have outdoor seating as well. We really enjoyed the sushi all the sushi rice is made with blue. Rice service was good. We will definitely return again.

This place has been one of my go-to restaurant to get authentic Hunan style Chinese dishes!…read more Every time I go, I always order a delicious cold fresh young coconut to drink, Xiao Long Baos or Pork Dumplings as appetizers and their Beef Noodles soups (spicy). If you're a rice person, and love flavor + variety, their eggplant with minced pork, braised pork belly, stir fried beef with peppers, steamed egg with minced pork and cauliflower are my go-to dishes! The service here is very friendly and quick; as for ordering, you order through an iPad. I love the vibes of this restaurant, definitely a great place to have a meal with your friends and family or a big celebration! I do recommend if you have more than 10+ in your party, call ahead so they can seat you properly!

Good Chinese food but too salty and spicy!…read more We got the sour fish soup bc it was in the top 15 and asked for mild but it was the spiciest thing I've had all year. I think my stomach took 48 hours to fully recover from that. The eggplant with minced pork and fried rice were both good. We accidentally mixed too much of the garlic in with the eggplant though, so it was too garlicky. The service was great. I'm not sure I would come back any time soon given the vast selection of good Chinese places in the area. I think the flavors of this place are just too much for my palette.

I didn't realize there was a Japanese market in the area! I wanted to make poke nachos, but didn't…read morewant to drive to the fish market in Albany. I was able to find almost everything I needed at this market. They have sashimi, seaweed salad, imitation crab sticks, packaged and prepared food, meat, snacks, etc. It's a nice little store with a lot to offer. I'd come back again.

This is a small, what looks like a family-run spot, that I really enjoy visiting. The staff are…read moreconsistently polite, welcoming, and always happy to help, which makes a big difference every time I stop by. I usually come here to pick up snacks, and it's become a favorite for my little one, they absolutely love the Meiji chocolate, and this is the closest place where I can reliably find it. Even though the store is on the smaller side, it should meet your daily needs. You'll find essentials like dairy and fresh fruit, along with more specialty items like miso paste and a variety of Japanese seasonings. It's compact, but thoughtfully organized, and has most things you will need without feeling overwhelming.

Still a great place, best quality seafood at reasonable prices. The live crabs I purchased this…read moreseason were tasty, lively and extremely dangerous. I'm a pro at handling these critters, but nearly lost a finger between sink and steaming pot. The counter staff are especially friendly, fun and knowledgeable. Be sure to check out the sake section and intriguing snacks walls.

I wish I checked out this market earlier since it is a great stop for both pantry essentials and…read morefor fresh fish. There is ready made boxes of sushi near the fish counter, or you can buy fish separately to cut at home. The grocery section can be a little small but for the price and selection I will take it over some of the other stores in the area. It definitely has some hard to find Japanese beverages and snacks that I can't find in other stores. The sushi is delicious, good variety, and very reasonably priced. Come by and see what your next new snack, beverage, or lunch/dinner item might be!

Thank you Oori on Salono Ave you guys are so nice love this place! Always friendly service quick…read moreand delicious!

Get the triangles! My favorite is the short rib, and my second favorite is salmon. I don't waste my…read moretime with basic chicken. I love this place. I don't care for the jelly teriyaki sauce. The plate I had seemed dry out. The inside is tiny, but there are two small tables outside for seating. Bring a drink because sodas are four dollars there.