The circle of friends began to show up wave after wave of spring break.The girls wore cool little shorts and bikinis.Sunglasses, beaches, palm trees, sunshine, surfers, salty sea breeze... You know, this hemisphere is about to enter the exciting (and exposed) summer.

There is such a Hawaiian style healthy food that has swept the Bay Area and even the United States for more than a year. It is delicious and easy to carry. It's the raw fish salad Poke Bowl, which is irresistibly the standard food for this cool summer.

In the spirit of breaking the casserole and asking about the food, before you taste it, here are some small things you can know:

Q: What is Poke? Does it have anything to do with that pokemon?

A: It doesn't matter at all... I just want to say that they have something in common that they are (once) very trendy and very hot, haha.In fact, poke (pronounced poh-keh) means "cut into pieces" in Hawaiian. As a kind of appetizer, poke refers to the practice of marinating fresh seafood sashimi with special sauce in Hawaii.

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Slowly, some people found that, 诶, add staple food or salad below, with Japanese and Korean-style sauces and powder, in the form of various Japanese "丼" Don, isn't it cool and convenient! So poke further evolved into a poke bowl. Then gradually people on the east and west coasts of North America began to embrace it and tried toShaxian snacksCapture the speed of every city!

Q: Is there a Chinese name?

Answer: Ms. Pan Qiao, the editor-in-chief of the authoritative domestic food magazine "Yue Shi", once translated it as "Poqi" in the Sanlian Magazine. Well, I don't think it should be translated...

Q: How to eat Poke bowl? What are the materials?

A: The freshness of raw fish determines the life of a bowl of poke bowl, and the rich variety of ingredients is the key to satisfying the taste buds! You can refer to Chipotle for eating, first select base (usually brown / white rice or salad), and then select protein which is raw fish meat. Generally speaking, Ahi Tuna-yellowfin tuna is the most classic and most popular one. The snacks we tried once started from this. After ordering the raw fish, you need to cover the topping and sauce. There are many choices. Open your belly and mix and match your favorite flavors ~ Those who like avocados, especially don't miss this choice. Be sure to choose as ripe and soft as possible. Some avocados. Don't be shy, you can try to make a request with the store ~

Bay Area Poke bowls are getting more and more dazzling. After some deliberation, there are XNUMX such companies in the Bay Area on the list, as a reference for foodies:

-San Francisco-

I'a Poke

This is not a big store, in addition to the signature (Poke Bowl and optional), there are also popular Sushiritto nowadays. It is open seven days a week, the service is very friendly, and the environment is simple and cute. It is more suitable for an ins photo ~ In Yelps's view, Sushiritto is more preferred. In fact, the taste is naturally similar.

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Address: 314 Church St, San Francisco, CA 94114

Phone: (415) 829-8030

Opening hours: Monday to Thursday 11:30 am – 8:00 pm; Friday and Saturday 11:30 am – 9:00 pm; Sunday 11:30 am – 7:00 pm

Bowl'd Acai

Unlike the store's form, this is a cool all-black dining car. The brother inside was holding a hip-pop, and it instantly made me feel like a street gansta. The reviews on the Internet were so enthusiastic, but I wanted to spit it out, I had eaten not too fresh Tuna and Salmon, and cut it in pieces. Too big to chew too hard; brown rice is a bit pinched, in short, the experience is not good. However, most people will order another Hawaiian speciality--acai bowl. It's also a celebrity food. Açaí is Acaiberry. This bowl is a smoothie blended with raspberry fruits and sprinkled with some oats and other cereals. It is very healthy and small. It must be said that they are higher than the poke they made!

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Address: 14 Mint Plz, San Francisco, CA 94103Blue Bottle CoffeeYo) ~

Phone: (415) 770-7000

Business hours: Monday 8:00 am – 2:00 pm; Tuesday to Thursday 8:00 am – 2:30 pm; Saturday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm; closed on Sunday

Pokihub

Pure white decoration style, super clean. Larger space than the previous one. They only focus on making poke bowl, there is mini bowl for only $ 4 to choose from. If you use yelp check in, miso soup is included. In fact, it is also recommended to pour soup into rice when it is cold. In addition, if you really do n’t want to eat raw fish, there is oneunagi bowlIt is also well received.

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Address: 1130 Ocean Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112

Phone: (415) 991-9283

Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 10:30 am – 9:00 pm

Poki Time

There are three branches in total, two located in SF's Inner Sunset and Marina, and the third in Daly City. Began to do poke earlier. The overall level is good, the decoration style is relatively relaxed and close to the people. There are also two sizes, small portions are very affordable, girls can eat small portions alone! The freshness of sashimi and side dishes is medium to high. There are also desserts such as Mochi and Macaron ice cream.

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• SF#1 branch: 549 Irving St San Francisco, CA 94122 b/t 7th Ave & 6th Ave | (415) 702-6333
• SF #2 branch: 2101 Lombard St San Francisco, CA 94123 b/t Steiner St & Fillmore St | (415) 872-9446
• Daly City Branch: 177 Southgate Ave Daly City, CA 94015 | (650) 550-4244

In addition, Poke Bowl has also been included in the menus of some of the more high-end seafood restaurants or Japanese restaurants. The Ramen Bar And Pacific Catch You can find it.

—peninsula-

To be private, my big San Mateo is really proud ~ There are three or four independent poke stores in the small city. There are two I think it is worth giving him a list position.

Truffle Butter Poke Bar

This shop is cool, just say a few more words. While eating, big tattoo owner Rafi stood by the bar counter and washes a glass while watching the game. The special feature here is that in addition to regular rice and regular salad, it is also inspired by Korean fried fansGlass Noodle base. In addition, salad base also looks likeKale Quinoa / Raw Kale Mango This is a healthier and more diverse choice. The most worth mentioning is that they will finally add youTruffle Aioli(Truffle Aioli) This is a good taste that other people can't eat.

What moved the diners should be the strict attitude of the boss towards the food. After I chose avocado, the boss squeezed a few whole avocados, and finally chose a moderately soft one.CutIn the bowl.Such a small act immediately won the heart of the old man’s girl... I praised the boss for saying that his home is different and delicious. The boss said that he has not eaten other poke bowls so far because he only makes What I think is the best (really not an advertisement) In addition, he also has super fresh oysters, extra points!

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Address: 1234 S El Camino Real San Mateo, CA 94402 (Ahaha 1234)

Phone: (650) 573-6425

Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 11:30 am – 9:00 pm

Pokeery

Another stable Poke Bowl ~ Kid size I just eat just fine, but the price is not low. I can feel the ingredients are fresh and the service is very loving. I still remember people thinking that they can only eat it in Disney Dole Whip What? The boss is good. The perfect copy is here. Don't miss the favorite friends.

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Address: 407 SB St, San Mateo, CA 94401

Phone: (650) 389-2672

Opening hours: Monday to Thursday 11:00 am – 8:00 pm; Friday and Saturday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm; Sunday 11:00 am – 8:00 pm

Go Fish Poke Bar

Speaking of which this should be the most representative poke chain. All three stores are well located. Family in Palo Alto Standford Mall, family near Redwood City Starbucks Reserve, family in San Jose / Cupertino. Yelpers consistently praised: "The sashimi is so fresh!" "A large quantity is not expensive!" The newest Redwood City, service is excellent. It is said that there will be a happy hour soon ~

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• Redwood City Branch: 823 Hamilton St Redwood City, CA 94063 | (650) 260-2066
• Palo Alto branch: 660 Stanford Shopping Ctr Ste 244B, Palo Alto, CA 94304 | (650) 328-1370
• San Jose branch: 1183 S De Anza Blvd, San Jose, CA 95129 | 408) 343-0988

-South Bay-

Aloha Fresh

A popular Poke from the Cupertino family.After trying all the similar Poke Bowls, I have started looking for new ideas – this store hasblack riceMake base! Location is also very convenient. That's right, there are all the Plaza: Daiso, croissant barbecue, One Pot, mother Liang are here ~

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Address: 19740 Stevens Creek Blvd Cupertino, CA 95014

Phone: (408) 861-9544

Opening hours: Monday to Thursday 11:00 am – 7:00 pm; Friday and Saturday 11:00 am – 8:00 pm; Sunday 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

Sunfish Poke Bar

This Poke, recently opened in Mall, has won the favor of many diners for its high quality, clean, fresh raw fish and service attitude. They can provide Catering, and also double-hand roll Maki, predicting that summer should be quite popular! (Although there is also a branch in Fremont, but the gap is a bit big Orz)

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• San Jose branch: 925 Blossom Hill Rd Store T4 San Jose, CA 95123 | (408) 728-7111
• Fremont Branch: 5625 Auto Mall Pkwy, Pacific Plz Fremont, CA 94538 | (510) 659-6997

Santo Market

Yes, you're right. In this Hawaiian grocery store, you can find amazing authentic authentic Poke, which is highly recognized by native Hawaiians: "I have to say that the best Poke is actually not in Hawaii, it should be in California. This small market! "" Only this Poke gave me someFeel free to be pleasantly surprised while visiting the islanda feeling of. "As an exquisite foodie, we should implement this spirit of advocating the simplest and most primitive taste. Not to mention the price of its people, we must add it to the wish list! Note that this grocery store is usually closed earlier. Check the time before going ~

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Address: 245 E Taylor St San Jose, CA 95112

Phone: (408) 295-5406

Business hours: Monday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm; Tuesday to Saturday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm; Sunday 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

—East Bay—

Poki Poke

This shop is also considered a new store, and the ingredients are pretty good. The portion is usually very large, and it opens seven days a week. However, some people reported that each waiter gave something different, not very consistent. But for Dongwan foodies, there is no need to run too far, this house can basically meet the needs of eating poke.

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Address: 34460 Fremont Blvd Ste E Fremont, CA 94555

Phone: (510) 320-5363

Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm

Hashtag Poki (#Poki)

Poke bowl, of course, will not miss Berkeley, a fusion fusion expert. The hottest one is it, the store is big enough, there is a lot of traffic on weekdays, and parking is convenient. All indicators have reached the standards in mind. Their macaron ice cream packs are cute, and,Finally, I do n’t need to see Poke in a round bowl anymore! !!

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Address: 3075 Telegraph Ave Berkeley, CA 94705

Phone: (510) 356-4376

Business hours: Monday to Saturday 11:30 am – 8:30 pm; Sunday 11:30 am – 8:00 pm

Fresh Catch Poke

Besides, there is a erratic carMysterious dining car:Fresh Catch Poke travels to and from the South Bay or East Bay soil areas every day, but this is a matter of luck...?I haven’t encountered it since I was planted, and I’m curious about the recommended online "Poke Fries"What smell!

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Phone: (408) 708-0126

Website:http://freshcatchpoke.com/

The above are the players who stand out from the many Poke bowls, let us applaud them>3

Thank you for the quick and easy supplementation of rushed office workers (such as Omega-3 rich in salmon);

Provides a refreshing and rich Alternative Diet for the hard-working weight-loss fitness family (no more eating chicken breasts every day)!

In fact, what I want to say is that seeing the hot trend of Poke bowl today, we find that cultural diversity and integration are also rising. Become a high-end version of the diners, be happy, greet all kinds of food, and unknowingly experience the collision of taste buds from different backgrounds, will life be more wonderful?

Written By: The Little Peach

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