Best Poke on Oahu
2026 Fact-Checked Guide
Real poke, verified the hard way. Every spot below was checked against its official site or official listing on September 26, 2026 — address, hours, and what they actually serve.
5 spots · addresses & hours verified Sep 26, 2026 · 7 min read
Facts checked Sep 26, 2026 against official sites and official listings. Hours change — call ahead before you go.
The 5 spots at a glance
| Spot | Area | Hours | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ono Seafood | Kapahulu, Honolulu | Tue–Sat 9 AM–4 PM; closed Sun–Mon | Takeout counter |
| Poke & Box | Ala Moana, Honolulu | Mon–Sat 11 AM–8 PM; Sun 11 AM–6 PM | Build-your-own poke box |
| Tanioka's Seafoods & Catering | Waipahu | Wed–Sun 9 AM–2 PM; closed Mon–Tue | Seafood market & catering |
| Alicia's Market | Kalihi, Honolulu | Mon–Sat 10 AM–2 PM; closed Sun | Market poke counter |
| Fresh Catch | Kapahulu, Honolulu | Tue–Sat 10 AM–6 PM; Sun 10 AM–5 PM; closed Mon | Poke & plate lunches |
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The 5 verified poke spots on Oahu
1. Ono Seafood
- Address
- 747 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816
- Hours
- Tue–Sat 9 AM–4 PM; closed Sun–Mon
- Phone
- (808) 732-4806
Small takeout poke counter on Kapahulu Avenue, about a mile from Waikiki. Poke is sold over rice or as a plate; seating is limited, so most orders go out the door.
What to know
- Opens at 9 AM, closed by 4 PM — an early stop, not a dinner option
- Closed Sunday and Monday, every week
- Cash-and-carry style: order at the counter, take it to go
2. Poke & Box
- Address
- 1450 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96814 (Ala Moana Center, Makai Market Food Court)
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 11 AM–8 PM; Sun 11 AM–6 PM
- Phone
- (808) 942-3962
- Website
- pokeandbox.com
Build-your-own poke box stall in Ala Moana Center's Makai Market Food Court. Pick a base of white rice, brown rice, or salad, then fish such as ahi or salmon — plus tofu and chicken options — with toppings and sauces like traditional shoyu, wasabi mustard, or creamy sesame.
What to know
- Fully customizable: base, protein, toppings, and sauce
- Non-fish proteins (tofu, chicken) on the menu
- Food-court setting — easy stop while shopping at Ala Moana
3. Tanioka's Seafoods & Catering
- Address
- 94-903 Farrington Hwy, Waipahu, HI 96797
- Hours
- Wed–Sun 9 AM–2 PM; closed Mon–Tue
- Website
- taniokas.getbento.com
Waipahu seafood market and caterer. Its official site says it specializes in fresh, locally sourced ahi and aku — a destination stop for poke on the west side.
What to know
- Market format: buy poke by the pound
- Short day: 9 AM–2 PM, and closed Monday–Tuesday
- Also does catering — check the official site for the current menu
4. Alicia's Market
- Address
- 267 Mokauea St, Honolulu, HI 96819
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 10 AM–2 PM; closed Sun
- Website
- aliciasmarket.com
Long-running Honolulu market with a well-stocked poke counter serving multiple poke varieties. The market's own site warns that prices may change, so check the case on the day.
What to know
- Multiple poke varieties in the case — good for sampling
- Short hours: 10 AM–2 PM, Monday–Saturday only
- Prices can change — confirm at the counter before ordering
5. Fresh Catch (Kapahulu)
- Address
- 1113 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816
- Hours
- Tue–Sat 10 AM–6 PM; Sun 10 AM–5 PM; closed Mon
- Website
- freshcatch808.com
Kapahulu shop serving poke, seafood, and local-style plate lunches made fresh daily, per its official site.
What to know
- Poke plus full plate lunches if the group can't agree
- Closed Mondays; Sunday hours end at 5 PM
- Made fresh daily, per the official site
Planning tips
Go early
Ono Seafood closes at 4 PM, Tanioka's at 2 PM, and Alicia's Market at 2 PM. Poke shops on this list are lunch plays, not dinner — plan accordingly.
Mind the closed days
Ono Seafood is closed Sunday–Monday, Tanioka's is closed Monday–Tuesday, Alicia's Market is closed Sunday, and Fresh Catch is closed Monday. Check the day before you drive.
Near Waikiki vs. worth the drive
Ono Seafood and Fresh Catch are on Kapahulu Avenue near Waikiki; Poke & Box is at Ala Moana. Tanioka's (Waipahu) and Alicia's Market (Kalihi) take more effort but are market-style stops with poke by the pound.
Takeout is the norm
Most of these spots are counters or markets with little to no seating. Plan to take your poke to the beach or a nearby park.
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Poke FAQ
What is poke?
Poke (poh-keh) is cubed raw fish — usually ahi tuna — seasoned with shoyu, sesame oil, sea salt, and onions. It's served over rice, as a plate, or by itself. Traditional Hawaiian-style poke keeps the seasoning simple; modern shops add spicy mayo, ponzu, and other sauces.
Where can I get poke near Waikiki?
Ono Seafood (747 Kapahulu Ave) and Fresh Catch (1113 Kapahulu Ave) are both on Kapahulu Avenue, about a mile from Waikiki. Poke & Box is in Ala Moana Center's Makai Market Food Court, a short drive or bus ride west.
Is poke always raw fish?
Traditional poke is raw fish. If you'd rather not eat raw fish, Poke & Box lists tofu and chicken among its protein options — you can build a fully cooked box there.
Can I buy poke by the pound?
Yes — Tanioka's and Alicia's Market are market-style counters where poke is sold by weight from the case, which is handy for feeding a group or sampling several kinds.
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