Arturs Mons
Paakai Poke is an absolute win for fresh, flavorful poke! The fish is super fresh, the portions are generous, and the flavors are perfectly balanced — you can really taste the quality in every bite. The staff is friendly and helpful, and the place has a relaxed local vibe that makes you want to come back. Easily one of the best poke spots around — simple, delicious, and done right.
… moreMorgan Greenhalgh
OK, according to the signs, it’s “internet famous!” Which, to me, doesn’t always mean a whole lot.
What does matter is the freshness of the food. Maybe it was the post-flight hunger, or the fact that my breakfast had been a sad, half-warm chicken breast with tomato and mozzarella (don’t judge me), but this was really tasty.
Hungry me went all in and ordered the plate with spicy salmon, Hawaiian ahi (my favorite), and a side of shoyu ahi, plus spicy krab and sunomomo on the side. Lord have mercy. Yes!
I also tried the ponzu salmon, which was nice, though I could’ve used a bit less ponzu for my taste. You won’t regret getting it, especially knowing you’ll taste both the salmon and the ponzu.
Looking back, I regret not trying the umami ahi, I’m sure it’s great. Other folks say the umami and shoyu ahi are the standouts.
So, that’s my long-winded way of saying that sometimes the internet is right. I can heartily recommend stopping here for your dining delight. Mahalo and enjoy!
… moreSukhjeet
Delicious poke! Super fresh!! I got the mini – 2 scoops of rice (way too much rice in my opinion) with furikake, spicy salmon and Mac salad.
Seating is outside mostly covered with umbrellas for shade
… moreM Saadiq
I actually had poke for the first time ever in my life from this place and wow did I make the best decision ever. It was an amazing spot, full of both locals and tourists, they actually ran out of almost everything as I went right before they closed so you can tell they only sell enough for each day. They even have fish tacos because my wife doesn’t want to eat poke but she tried mine and liked it! And it’s very affordable. I will definitely go back.
… moreA C
Absolutely the best poke place on the Kona side! Portions are great and poke itself is super delicious! We went back few times and not even once disappointed by the consistently good taste and service!
… moreJenn Mikitka
The best poke we had on the island. The shoyu and umami ahi were our favorites, but everything was phenomenal
… moreMaureen McEachen
The reviews are awesome so I think we were expecting the best, we can say we did enjoy this place very much! We came late in the day (our bad) so they were out of many selections. The furikake was a teeny bit salty. Otherwise would have given 5 stars. The service was excellent. We did not mind the self serve check in at all. Very efficient! I still highly recommend it!
… moreLaura Green
Salmon is frozen, seaweed has weird flavor. Not fresh among Hawaii poke restaurants. Small portion.
… moreHadiya Ma
Best poke on the island. Easy ordering and quick service, too. Fish is fresh and very well seasoned, and the sides are all so tasty! Good value for the amount you get. My favourites are the avocado ahi and scoop of ube. Don’t miss them!
… moreVeronica Shaw
We had the poke mini and poke plus. The food so amazing. The amount of food was just just right for the price. The service was quick and the outdoor seating is convenient for a quick bite to eat. We came here twice while on the island.
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