Top pick1$$Five Star Poke
Waikiki·Restaurant
Unpretentious food truck with picnic tables dishing up seafood bowls with scratch-made sauces.
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Honolulu is poke paradise, and this list ranks the best of it using real visitor ratings collected right here on NateEatsHawaii — no algorithm tricks, just what locals and travelers are actually rating highest across 23 qualifying spots.
From the unpretentious food-truck vibes of Five Star Poke in Waikiki to the market-fresh counter at Maguro Brothers Hawaii Chinatown inside Kekaulike Market, the range of styles is part of what makes Honolulu's poke scene so worth exploring. Over in Kapahulu, Ono Seafood draws a loyal local crowd to its no-frills setup for a wide variety of ahi poke and a laid-back atmosphere that feels quintessentially Oahu.
Any spot on this list that Nate has personally visited carries the NateEatsHawaii badge — keep an eye out for it as you browse. Whether you want a custom bowl built to order, a classic deli-style scoop over rice, or something straight from the fish market, there's a ranked pick here for you.
The ranking
Top pick1$$Unpretentious food truck with picnic tables dishing up seafood bowls with scratch-made sauces.
2$$Informal, deli-style restaurant serving local-style poke, seafood, plate lunches, stews & soups.
3$$Casual, kitschy joint for island Japanese eats, including poke & stir fry, plus ice cream crepes.
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5$$Simple & snug counter serve providing market-fresh takes on poke bowls inside Kekaulike Market.
6$American fare in Manoa. Off the Hook Poke Market is a consistent local favorite and offers outdoor seating.
7$Locals flock to this no-frills eatery for the variety of ahi poke & a chill, laid-back atmosphere.
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10$Tucked into Kalihi, Paradise Poke Hawaii - Nuuanu serves seafood at budget-friendly prices. Look for takeout — known as a well-loved spot.
11$Seafood fare in Ala Moana. Paradise Poke Hawaii at Ilikai is a solid pick and offers outdoor seating.
12$Modern counter serve in the Ala Moana Makai food court, mixing custom poké bowls to order.
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14Poke Fix Hawaii brings american to Waikiki. Family-friendly casual dining.
15Poke Waikiki is a casual stop in Waikiki. Family-friendly casual dining.
16Easygoing operation turning out customizable poke bowls & hand-held sushi rolls.
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18$$Rated 4.1⭐ (163 reviews)
19$$Compact, deli-style go-to for lunch plates, bento boxes, lau lau, poke & other fresh island flavors.
20$$Amy's shrimp and poke shack is a mid-range seafood spot in Waikiki. Locals consider it a solid pick with takeout.
21$$Kai Poke Waikiki is a mid-range seafood spot in Waikiki. Locals consider it a consistent local favorite with takeout.
22American fare in Moiliili. Ohana Poke House is a well-loved spot and offers takeout.
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FAQ
Based on real visitor ratings on NateEatsHawaii, Five Star Poke in Waikiki currently sits at the top of the list — it's an unpretentious food truck known for scratch-made sauces and fresh seafood bowls. Rankings update as new ratings come in, so check back often.
Several spots on this list are well-known for being budget-friendly, including the deli-style counters in Kapahulu and the Paradise Poke Hawaii locations around the city. Poke in Honolulu tends to be more wallet-friendly than mainland prices, especially at no-frills local eateries.
This is a TOP-ranked page, meaning the order is driven entirely by real visitor ratings submitted on NateEatsHawaii — not paid placements or editorial picks. The list covers 23 qualifying poke restaurants in Honolulu and is refreshed as new ratings are added.
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