Pokekai Doral Yard — Restaurant in Doral

⭐ 2/5 — Disappointing first visit, especially for a special occasion

We came here to celebrate my brother’s birthday — we both love sushi and poke, so we were really looking forward to trying this place for the first time. Unfortunately, the experience was confusing and disappointing from the start.

When we arrived, the setup wasn’t very clear. A server takes your drink order, but you have to place your food order through a QR code… which wasn’t anywhere in sight. We ended up going to the host to ask for the menu. I was fine with ordering online, but the system didn’t let me modify my bowl, which was frustrating — especially since we were hungry.

When my poke bowl came out, the shrimp tempura was completely burned — it looked oversaturated with oil and tasted the same. They added fried plantains which was extra 3 dollars which I didn’t request but I said nothing on that and let it be. Several ingredients I requested were also missing, including cilantro, cream cheese, and flakes. I brought this up politely, and the staff was kind and accommodating, which I appreciated. However, when they returned the bowl, it still felt like a bare minimum fix. I had them add avocado and you can in the picture it was old and brown. They added a 3! tiny cilantro leaves and some flakes, but the bowl still looked and tasted off. I tried a couple of bites, but the burnt taste and lack of freshness made it hard to continue eating.

At that point, I just quietly decided this would be my first and last visit. I didn’t want to make a scene — especially on my brother’s birthday — but I left very disappointed.

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I have been wanting to come here since mindlessly scrolling and coming across a review on insta. First of all, the location is awesome, it’s indoors and outdoors which helps with the heat. There are multiple vendors within the building and more outside and surrounding the shopping center. It’s very clean here too (inside and outside). I got the tuna burger, my daughter got a build your own poke bowl. Poke bowl was awesome, my daughter really enjoyed it. Large portion without feeling like it was too big. Ingredients super fresh. The tuna burger was awesome- it does have a spicy kick to it (which I love) from the spicy mayo. I asked for the extra sauces on the side, as I like to control the sauce amount. But there is still spicy mayo worked into the crab salad. The thing is HUGE. I could only eat half. It’s so delicious and the crunchy rice is perfect. The only thing different I’ll do next time is to order an extra fried rice patty to go with my daughter’s bowl. She loved picking off pieces of mine to eat with...

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I can't rave enough about my experience at Pokekai Doral Yard! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warmth and hospitality. The ambiance was vibrant yet cozy, creating the perfect atmosphere for a delightful meal.

Now, let's talk about the food – fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented! Every ingredient in my Brie Paradise Poke Bowl was top-notch, from the shrimp tempura and brie cheese to the crispy coconut flakes mixed with mango, scallions, plantains, avocado and perfectly cooked rice. Each bite burst with a symphony of flavors that left my taste buds dancing with joy.

What truly sets this place apart is their attention to detail and commitment to quality. The staff went above and beyond to ensure that my dietary preferences were accommodated, and their passion for serving delicious, healthy food was evident in every dish.

Whether you're a Poke Bowl aficionado or trying it for the first time, this restaurant is an absolute must-visit. Trust me, you won't be...