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    Red Poke

    4.4 (683 reviews)
    ModeratePoke, Korean, Japanese
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    YSL - Young Sook Lee (tuna & salmon) - med spicy ($10.95)
    Susan C.

    Thought I'd reviewed Red Poke more recently though looks like my last one was waaaay long ago! Have ordered takeout many times since then, they're still a go-to for a fast, healthy meal--protein, veggies, they got you covered. The YSL bowl and Creamy Wasabi are two of my favorites, and I really like their shrimp and grilled tofu options, and the japchae clear noodles that you can choose as a base. However as of late their poke bowls feel a little haphazard in quality--the menu is pretty consistent over the years but the past couple times I've ordered the ingredients look kinda thrown together and with a bit less protein and toppings than they used to give. The quality of the salmon and tuna pieces feels a little different than what they used to use to be too. Or maybe they need to look into how they manage the prep bc while the food still tastes fresh, the pieces of fish look less evenly diced, and something just feels different. Inflation and tariffs are real and costs of everything are going up, so on one hand this isn't surprising though on the other hand I'm def missing the days when this wasn't the case. I'm glad they're around and plan to continue ordering from them, though hope to see some improvements.

    Wendy C.

    My partner and I stopped by for a quick bite before catching a Broadway show. When you first walk in, the ordering process isn't the most intuitive/noticeable, but the staff members will quickly & nicely point out that you mark whatever you want to order on a dry-erase card. The food came out quickly and was tasty as well. We ordered a salmon dish + a beef dish, and I'd say the salmon one was a bit tastier. It was pretty packed from the start to end of our time there, but there are plenty of seats available - you just might have to share a table with a stranger!

    Alisa J.

    Food was very fresh and a great lunch spot. Wish tofu had more flavor but so far this is the best casual Asian lunch spot for work I've tried so far.

    Nina C.

    Red poke always hits! It feels healthy and is absolutely delicious. I appreciate how you can pick 2 base--I like to do brown rice + greens. The ingredients all feel fresh and they are flavored perfectly. What a delicious bowl

    Medium bowl with salmon and tuna
    Emma F.

    Very generous poke servings for a great value! I ordered the medium bowl online and pickup was easy and prompt. And I was able to find some wasting and eat inside. I was delightfully surprised by the sheer size of the bowl and there was plenty of fish and topping by a as well, even for the medium. The tuna and salmon were fresh. The toppings added a nice lightness and I enjoyed the yuzu ponzu and wasabi ginger aioli on the side. Overall, would highly recommend this place and will definitely be back the next time I'm craving some poke!

    Poke bowl with tuna and beef
    Audrey E.

    Loved this place! So easy to order with their menu system - you just check off what you want into the bowl - it's so clear and there's even pictures to help if you need it. They were very quick with the service - I took it to go but the restaurant was nice. The food was delicious - I got some tuna and beef and a bunch of veggies loaded up in my bowl!

    Chen H.

    Healthy and fresh ingredients, variety of choices, fast preparation, and clean store. Highly recommend for anyone craving for healthy and tasty eats. Service is very friendly and quick. Ambiance is casual and chill.

    (Winter Special) Apple Wood Smoked Beef Galbi
    Jamie I.

    A good stop for a quick, tasty meal without breaking the bank. Service has never taken more than about 10 minutes for me, a huge upside when you're hungry and looking for a full bowl of meat and rice. The ambiance is nice and modern- you use a erasable board to place your order, and there are a lot of options. There's also a water cooler inside that's usually infused with something nice. Taste isn't outstanding, but delicious and fresh. Their poke bowls pack in fresh fish and a variety of veggies, so each bite is full of flavor. If you're not into raw fish, they also serve Korean meat options like galbi, although I prefer the poke. Will definitely come back to try more combinations.

    Lots of options to customize your poke bowl just the way you like it!
    Yeuk Y.

    Late night dinner run after flights all day. What a absolute joy to find something fresh, light and satisfying. Didn't even think I'd review this place until I started digging into the food. Food: 6/5. Fresh fish options AND Korean protein in a combined bowl... serious 1+1=3 situation. Spicy pork w/ tuna and salmon - perfect combo for me. Lots of toppings -- I think I marked them all. The bun was ok+. Soup was ok (dude gave me wrong one but it was still warm and hit the spot). Service: 5/5. Friendly greeting upon entering. Mind you this is almost closing time and the guy's probably exhausted but greeting was cheery. Food ordering via dry-wipe was simple and effective. Ambiance: 4/5. Sufficient, in a fine-for-a-quick-pick-up-joint kind of way. Not much to appreciate at 9PM. Probably nice during day. Lots on windows to outside hustle and bustle. tldr: must go. something fresh and tasty... not deep fried, not processed in the middle of Manhattan.

    Tyler L.

    This is Korean fusion poke bowl restaurant. It's a fast casual place so you choose off the menu displayed above the register and can customize the bowl to your liking. I found this place to be good quality. They give you a lot of choices and with it's Korean theme, you'll see things that are not typical at a poke bowl place - bulgogi beef, kimchi, ssamjang sauce, gochujang sauce, and more. The fish they served here was super fresh and the bowls are above average in size. If you don't want to customize your own bowl, they have recommended bowls too ready for quick takeout.

    Melanie Y.

    Visited the other day for a quick lunch nearby! This place is super quick and casual, and most visitors are office workers in the area stopping by for something fast, healthy, and convenient. Service is really fast and friendly too - I ordered a medium bowl with customized toppings and proteins, and the price for quality is very reasonable, especially in this economy! Ate every single bite of my bowl. This place is a Korean take on poke, so you'll see ingredients like bulgogi beef and japchae! Really yummy and healthy spot - no complaints!

    Katrina W.

    This was a nice stop for a bite before seeing Hells Kitchen off of 43rd. The options were loaded for any palate and ordering was simple! We used a dry erase board immediately upon coming in which made ordering easy. I had a bowl with loads of veggies and shrimp and tofu as my protein which filled me up perfectly. The vibe is quick-eats style so it's a casual in and out. Seemed like a lot of locals enjoyed it also.

    Beef bulgogi bowl with glass noodles.
    Candice F.

    I tried to find this place for lunch but navigating NYC without a phone and just my memory was a fail. I came back for dinner and was pleasantly surprised with the grilled protein, hot bowl options. I quickly decided on the "Seoul" beef bulgogi and hot glass noodles and the food was ready shortly after I ordered, paid and sat down. Price was $17 for a large bowl, which is a little expensive, but the quality and taste is excellent. I definitely want to come back and try other options!

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    What bowl comes highly recommended?

    That really depends on your taste,one lady suggested the tofu bowl but I can't see paying close to $15.00 for tofu. I suggest you sit down take your time and build your own bowl or you can flip the card over and try the standard items,they have… 

    Is there enough seating for large groups, 12+ persons?

    No. The place is more like a deli. Most of the seating is at bar height up against the window walls. Check out this photo for a good view. https://s3-media3.fl.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/JNOHKKinG-99EXmNcmyWtA/o.jpg. Here is another view… 

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