Raw fish is used in the salad bowls at this chain outpost preparing the Hawaiian specialty daily.
Hours
| Friday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Monday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: Parking lot, 27530 Newhall Ranch Rd UNIT 103, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Phone: (818) 963-0680
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Order and Reservations
Order: Order online
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I visited this poke restaurant recently and was disappointed not just by the food (average at best) but by something more concerning — a pricing practice that crosses into “dark pattern” territory and may violate California consumer-protection laws.
The menu advertises “3 scoops of protein included” for a fixed price. I ordered two fish proteins and one tofu. Mid-order, the employee told me that tofu counts as all three proteins, meaning I’d need to pay extra for the fish.
That rule appears nowhere on the printed menu or signage. It was only disclosed after I had already chosen my ingredients — effectively locking me into a higher price through incomplete information.
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⚖️ Why This Matters Under California Law
This kind of mid-order price change touches multiple consumer-protection statutes:
1. California Business & Professions Code §17500 – False or Misleading Advertising
It is unlawful to make any statement, written or oral, which is untrue or misleading in connection with the sale of goods or services.
By advertising “3 scoops of protein” without clarifying that tofu counts as all three, the restaurant is misrepresenting a material term of the transaction — quantity for price — until the moment of sale.
2. California Business & Professions Code §17200 – Unfair Competition / Deceptive Practices
“Unfair competition” includes any unlawful, unfair, or fraudulent business act or practice.
Redefining “3 scoops” after a customer commits is arguably fraudulent or unfair, because it induces a decision under one understanding, then alters the terms.
3. California Civil Code §1770(a)(5) & (9) – Consumer Legal Remedies Act (CLRA)
These sections prohibit:
• Misrepresenting the characteristics or quantities of goods.
• Advertising goods with intent not to sell them as advertised.
The undisclosed “tofu = 3 scoops” rule could qualify as both.
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Why This Is a “Dark Pattern”
“Dark patterns” are design or sales tactics that manipulate consumer behavior through obscured information, timing, or social pressure.
In this case:
• The menu appears to offer 3 equal protein choices.
• Tofu is visually grouped with fish options, implying equivalence.
• The real rule is only revealed after you’ve begun ordering — when it’s socially awkward or time-pressured to back out.
This delayed disclosure is a textbook “confirm-shaming / bait-and-switch” hybrid dark pattern, recognized by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC 2022 “Bringing Dark Patterns to Light” report) and California Privacy Rights Act regulations (2023 updates) as manipulative and potentially deceptive.
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Why It Feels Wrong in Practice
When you’re already mid-order and someone tells you the price just jumped, you’re put on the spot.
You’ve invested time, people are waiting, and the simplest path is to accept the upcharge — which is exactly why disclosure after commitment is considered a deceptive design pattern.
Transparency should be simple:
“Tofu counts as 3 scoops” should appear clearly on the printed menu or be stated before ordering begins.
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My Experience and Verdict
The food itself? Fine, not great — typical fast-casual poke, average flavor.
But practices like this erode trust. California’s consumer laws exist precisely to prevent these kinds of “surprise at the counter” tactics.
If management wants to rebuild credibility:
• Add a visible note on the menu clarifying the tofu rule.
• Train staff to explain it before taking an order.
• Ensure posted prices match actual charges.
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Closing Thought
Most customers wouldn’t know the legal details — they’d just feel uneasy and not come back.
I’m posting this so that others understand their rights, and so the business can correct what’s likely an oversight before it becomes a formal complaint under §17500 or §17200.
Small fixes now prevent bigger problems later.
Transparency is good business.
Comes w some cool toppings
Food:100
Service:100
Price:$$
The ingredients are quite fresh. And the variety of add on choices is incredible
Highly recommend