10 Years. Two Ways to Celebrate.

SEPTEMBER 24 ONLY

$10.95 Classic Bowls + Scratch & Win.

Ten years of fresh bowls, bold flavours, and you. Celebrate Pokerrito’s 10th anniversary with two reasons to stop by.

One day. Two anniversary treats.

Back to $10.95

Regular Classic Poke Bowls return to their original 2016 price for one day only.

Scratch & Win

Make a purchase on September 24 and receive a Scratch & Win card at checkout. Every card wins — a little thank you for being part of our story.

Plan your visit

WHEN
September 24, for one day only.

WHERE
In store at all Pokerrito locations across Canada.

HOW
Place an eligible order and collect your Scratch & Win card at checkout.

Good to know

What do I need to buy to get a card?

Any purchase qualifies. Every eligible order comes with a Scratch & Win card, and every card wins.

Which bowls are $10.95?

The anniversary price applies to Regular Classic Poke Bowls on September 24 only.

Can I join at my local Pokerrito?

Yes. The promotion runs in store at all Pokerrito locations across Canada.

Celebrate with us.

Find your nearest Pokerrito and join us on September 24.

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Best Poke Bowl in East Vancouver: A Renfrew & Hastings-Sunrise Guide

Craving a poke bowl in East Vancouver? Pokerrito Renfrew serves the Renfrew Village neighbourhood with fresh, customizable bowls and sushi burritos, just off the Renfrew Street corridor and a short walk from Renfrew SkyTrain Station.

Whether you live in Hastings-Sunrise, work near Renfrew-Collingwood, or you are heading home through Joyce-Collingwood, this guide covers exactly where to find us, how to get here, and what makes East Vancouver such a good fit for a fast, healthy poke bowl.

Where Is Pokerrito Renfrew Located?

Pokerrito Renfrew is at 2587 Renfrew St, Vancouver, BC V5M 3M4, right in the heart of the Renfrew Village neighbourhood. The location sits along the busy Renfrew Street corridor, with free street parking out front and easy access from both Highway 1 and Kingsway. We are open daily from 11am to 9pm for dine in, pickup, and delivery.

How Close Is Pokerrito to Hastings-Sunrise, Collingwood, and Victoria-Fraserview?

Pokerrito Renfrew sits between several East Vancouver neighbourhoods, which makes it an easy stop no matter which side of town you are coming from. Hastings-Sunrise is just a short walk or a quick ride on the R5 RapidBus or the number 14 bus north along Renfrew Street. Head south and you will reach Renfrew-Collingwood and the Joyce-Collingwood area in a few minutes by car or the number 27 bus, with Victoria-Fraserview close by via Victoria Drive. For transit riders, Renfrew Station on the Millennium Line is about a seven minute walk, with Rupert Station and 29th Avenue Station also nearby.

Why Does Poke Work for an East Van Lunch or Post Workout Meal?

Poke bowls are built for exactly the kind of day East Vancouver runs on: a quick weekday lunch break, a post gym refuel, or a light dinner before heading home. Every bowl starts with a base, a protein, and your choice of toppings and sauce, so you control the calories, the spice level, and the portion size. At Pokerrito Renfrew you can build a Classic Poke Bowl with sushi grade salmon or tuna, or go with a plant based protein if you are eating vegetarian. If you would rather skip raw fish altogether, our Warm Pokerritos are torched and sauced, giving you the same fresh, customizable format in a hot, cooked bowl or wrap instead.

Can I Get a Poke Bowl Delivered Near Renfrew and East Vancouver?

Yes. Pokerrito Renfrew delivers across East Vancouver, including Hastings-Sunrise, Renfrew-Collingwood, Grandview-Woodland, Victoria-Fraserview, Killarney, Burnaby Heights, and Brentwood, through DoorDash, Uber Eats, SkipTheDishes, and Fantuan. If you are closer to the restaurant, ordering online for pickup is usually the fastest way to skip the wait.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Pokerrito Renfrew located?

Pokerrito Renfrew is at 2587 Renfrew St in the Renfrew Village neighbourhood of East Vancouver, close to East 1st Avenue and a short walk from Renfrew SkyTrain Station.

Does Pokerrito Renfrew have options besides raw fish?

Yes. Alongside our Classic Poke Bowls, we make Warm Pokerritos that are torched and sauced, plus plant based protein options, so there is a hot or cold choice no matter your preference.

What neighbourhoods does Pokerrito Renfrew serve?

We serve Renfrew Village and the surrounding East Vancouver neighbourhoods, including Hastings-Sunrise, Renfrew-Collingwood, Grandview-Woodland, Victoria-Fraserview, and Killarney, both in store and through delivery.

What are Pokerrito Renfrew’s hours?

Pokerrito Renfrew is open daily from 11am to 9pm for dine in, pickup, and delivery.

Ready to build your bowl? Visit Pokerrito Renfrew at 2587 Renfrew St in East Vancouver, or order online for pickup or delivery anywhere across the neighbourhood. Find your nearest Pokerrito location if you are elsewhere in Metro Vancouver.

Best Poke Bowl in Burquitlam: A Coquitlam Neighbourhood Guide

Looking for a poke bowl in Burquitlam? Pokerrito sits at 555 Clarke Rd on the Coquitlam side of the Burnaby to Coquitlam border, just a three minute walk from Burquitlam SkyTrain Station. It is open daily from 11am to 9pm for dine in, pickup, and delivery, serving the whole Tri-Cities area.

Burquitlam has grown fast, with new condo towers rising around the SkyTrain station and Lougheed Town Centre just one stop away. Whether you are commuting through Burquitlam Station, studying at SFU, or living in one of the new towers nearby, a build your own poke bowl or sushi burrito is a quick, fresh option close to home.

Where Is Pokerrito Burquitlam Located?

Pokerrito Burquitlam is at 555 Clarke Rd, Coquitlam, right on the North Road and Clarke Road commercial corridor. It sits about three minutes on foot from Burquitlam SkyTrain Station on the Millennium Line, surrounded by the area’s newer condo towers. Bus routes 97 B-Line, 110, 156, and 160 all stop nearby, and free street and lot parking is available for anyone driving in.

How Close Is Pokerrito to Lougheed Town Centre and SFU?

Burquitlam Station is one stop from Lougheed Town Centre Station, where the Millennium and Expo Lines meet, and two stops from Production Way University Station, the main SkyTrain hub for the SFU shuttle bus. That makes Pokerrito Burquitlam an easy stop before or after a Lougheed Town Centre shopping trip, or a quick bite on the way to or from SFU.

Why Does Poke Work for a Tri-Cities Lunch?

Between SkyTrain commutes, SFU classes, and life in Burquitlam’s growing tower community, lunch needs to be quick without feeling like a compromise. A Pokerrito bowl or sushi burrito is built to order from sushi grade salmon, tuna, and plant based proteins, with fresh vegetables and globally inspired sauces, so it works whether you are grabbing something fast between trains or settling in for a proper meal.

Can I Get a Poke Bowl Delivered Near Burquitlam?

Yes. Pokerrito Burquitlam delivers across Burquitlam, Lougheed, West Coquitlam, the North Road corridor, Como Lake, Maillardville, Glenmore, Mountainview Park, and Cameron in East Burnaby, plus into Port Moody and the wider Tri-Cities, through DoorDash, Uber Eats, SkipTheDishes, and Fantuan. For the fastest pickup, order ahead at pokerrito.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Pokerrito Burquitlam located?

At 555 Clarke Rd, Coquitlam, BC, about a three minute walk from Burquitlam SkyTrain Station on the Millennium Line.

What are the hours at Pokerrito Burquitlam?

Open daily from 11am to 9pm for dine in, pickup, and delivery.

Is Pokerrito Burquitlam close to SFU?

Yes. It is two SkyTrain stops from Production Way University Station, the main hub for the SFU shuttle bus.

Does Pokerrito Burquitlam deliver to Port Moody or Lougheed?

Yes, delivery covers Lougheed, West Coquitlam, Port Moody, and the wider Tri-Cities through DoorDash, Uber Eats, SkipTheDishes, and Fantuan.

Ready to try it for yourself? Find your nearest Pokerrito location or order online and build a bowl or burrito close to Burquitlam Station.

Not Just Raw Fish: Torched, Grilled, and Bulgogi Options at Pokerrito

Pokerrito is often searched as a raw fish poke bowl or poke burrito brand, but that only tells part of the story. Alongside our classic raw poke, we also serve a torched (warm) option, grilled salmon, and a Korean style bulgogi bowl, so there is a great choice whether you love raw fish, prefer it cooked, or want something in between.

Is All Poke Really Raw Fish?

Traditional poke is built on raw, marinated fish, and that is still the heart of the Pokerrito menu. But poke has grown well beyond that one format. At Pokerrito, you can build a bowl or a burrito with a torched protein for a warm, lightly seared finish, a grilled salmon option for a fully cooked and flaky bite, or a bulgogi style protein inspired by Korean barbecue flavors. If raw fish is not your thing, or you are looking for something different today, these options make Pokerrito easy to enjoy either way.

What Is the Torched (Warm) Option?

Torched proteins are lightly seared for a warm, smoky edge while keeping that classic poke texture underneath. It is a popular middle ground between fully raw and fully cooked. We cover this option in detail, including what to expect and how it is served, in our guide Can Poke Be Warm? Meet the Torched Warm Bowl at Pokerrito.

What Does Grilled Salmon Poke Taste Like?

Grilled salmon is a fully cooked option, finished with a light char and a warm, flaky texture. It pairs well with the same fresh vegetables, rice, and sauces you would build into any poke bowl or poke burrito, so you get the familiar Pokerrito flavors with a cooked protein. This is a great pick if you are avoiding raw fish altogether, cooking for kids, or simply prefer a warm bowl.

What Is Bulgogi Poke and How Is It Different?

Bulgogi brings Korean style barbecue flavor into the poke format, a savory and slightly sweet marinated protein layered into a bowl or burrito alongside your usual toppings. It sits at the Korean leaning end of the Pokerrito menu. We compare it more directly with our Japanese style options in Korean Style vs Japanese Style Poke: What Is the Difference?

How to Build Your Own Cooked or Warm Bowl or Burrito

Every Pokerrito location lets you choose your format first, bowl or burrito, and then your protein. If you want to skip raw fish entirely, choose grilled salmon or bulgogi. If you want something in between, choose a torched option. From there, build it exactly like any other order: base, toppings, and sauce, all customizable to your taste.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Pokerrito have non raw options?

Yes. Grilled salmon and bulgogi are both fully cooked, and torched proteins are warmed and seared rather than served raw.

Is bulgogi poke spicy?

Bulgogi is savory and slightly sweet rather than spicy. If you want heat, you can always add a spicy sauce on top.

Can I get grilled salmon in a burrito as well as a bowl?

Yes, grilled salmon is available in either format, just like our other proteins.

Is torched salmon fully cooked?

Torched salmon is lightly seared on the outside for a warm, smoky edge, while the inside keeps a texture closer to traditional poke. If you want a fully cooked option, grilled salmon is the better choice.

Ready to try it for yourself? Find your nearest Pokerrito location or order online and build a bowl or burrito with the protein that fits you best.

Best Poke Bowl in Toronto’s Financial District: Commerce Court

YOUR FINANCIAL DISTRICT LUNCH GUIDE

A fresh lunch, right on your PATH.

Between meetings or on your way through downtown Toronto, stop by Pokerrito Commerce Court for a poke bowl or sushi burrito made your way.

A simple stop for lunch.

Choose your favourite flavours, order ahead for pickup, and find us on the PATH concourse inside Commerce Court. Select Commerce Court in the ordering menu to check current availability.

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Best Poke Bowls in Surrey: A Neighbourhood Guide

Looking for a poke bowl in Surrey? Pokerrito has two locations covering the city — King George Hub in Surrey City Centre and Morgan Crossing in South Surrey — both open daily 11am–9pm for dine-in, pickup, and delivery. Wherever you are in Surrey, a fresh bowl or sushi burrito is close by.

Surrey stretches wide, and lunch here looks different depending on where you land — the SkyTrain crowd, SFU students, and hospital shifts around City Centre move at a different pace than the Highway 99 commuters and weekend shoppers in South Surrey. This guide breaks down where to find Pokerrito by neighbourhood, so you can get to your nearest bowl fast.

Where can I get a poke bowl in Surrey?

Pokerrito operates two Surrey locations, each anchored to a different part of the city:

• Surrey City Centre / Whalley — King George Hub, 13639 George Junction, steps from King George SkyTrain Station

• South Surrey / Grandview Heights — Morgan Crossing, 15775 Croydon Dr, inside Morgan Crossing Shopping Centre

Both serve the same menu: Classic Poke Bowls, sushi burritos / poke burritos, Warm Pokerritos, and Build Your Own with 50+ combinations of sushi-grade salmon, tuna, plant-based proteins, and globally inspired sauces. See both locations on our Surrey poke bowl page.

Where’s the best poke near Surrey City Centre?

Pokerrito King George Hub at 13639 George Junction is the closest poke spot to Surrey City Centre — steps from King George SkyTrain Station and walking distance to Central City Shopping Centre, SFU Surrey, Surrey Memorial Hospital, and Surrey City Hall. It’s built for the SkyTrain commuter crowd, SFU students between classes, and hospital staff who need something fast and fresh any time of day.

Delivery reaches Whalley, Newton, Guildford, Fleetwood, and Bridgeview via DoorDash, Uber Eats, and SkipTheDishes.

Where’s the best poke in South Surrey?

Pokerrito Morgan Crossing at 15775 Croydon Dr serves South Surrey’s Grandview Heights — inside Morgan Crossing Shopping Centre, just off Highway 99 and 24 Avenue, alongside Walmart Supercentre, Save-On-Foods, Cactus Club, and Earls. Free on-site parking makes it an easy stop for South Surrey families, weekend shoppers, and Highway 99 commuters.

Delivery covers South Surrey, Grandview Heights, Morgan Heights, and White Rock.

Why is poke a good lunch in Surrey?

Poke fits Surrey’s mix of fast-moving days well. Between SFU Surrey classes, a Surrey Memorial Hospital shift, or a City Hall lunch break, a build-your-own bowl or a handheld sushi burrito works when you don’t have long to sit down — and it works just as well for a slower South Surrey weekend after a Highway 99 shopping run.

Every Pokerrito is built to order from sushi-grade salmon and tuna, plant-based proteins, fresh vegetables, and globally inspired sauces, so each person gets exactly the lunch they want.

Can I get a poke bowl delivered in Surrey?

Yes. Both Surrey locations deliver through DoorDash, Uber Eats, and SkipTheDishes, each covering its surrounding neighbourhoods. For the fastest pickup, order ahead at pokerrito.com and choose the location closest to you.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Pokerrito locations are in Surrey?

Two: King George Hub in Surrey City Centre and Morgan Crossing in South Surrey. Both are open daily from 11am to 9pm for dine-in, pickup, and delivery.

Which Pokerrito is closest to King George SkyTrain Station?

Pokerrito King George Hub at 13639 George Junction is steps from King George SkyTrain Station, inside Surrey City Centre near Central City Shopping Centre and SFU Surrey.

Yes — King George Hub is within walking distance of Surrey Memorial Hospital and Surrey City Hall, making it an easy stop for staff, students, and visitors in the area.

Where’s the closest Pokerrito to South Surrey or White Rock?

Pokerrito Morgan Crossing at 15775 Croydon Dr serves South Surrey, Grandview Heights, and White Rock, just off Highway 99 and 24 Avenue, with free on-site parking.

Does Pokerrito deliver in Surrey?

Yes. Both Surrey locations deliver via DoorDash, Uber Eats, and SkipTheDishes across Whalley, Newton, Guildford, Fleetwood, South Surrey, and White Rock.

Find your nearest Pokerrito in Surrey

Whether you’re in Surrey City Centre or South Surrey, there’s a Pokerrito nearby serving fresh poke bowls, sushi burritos, and Warm Pokerritos daily. Find your nearest Surrey location or build your own today.

Quick Healthy Lunch Near Brentwood Burnaby

If you need a quick, satisfying lunch near Brentwood Burnaby, visit Pokerrito at Gilmore Station. Choose a fresh poke bowl or sushi burrito, grab a warm handheld Pokerrito if you want something heartier, add a Bul-Dog on the side if you want something quick, or order ahead so your meal is ready the moment you walk in.

What Is a Quick and Healthy Lunch Option Near Gilmore Station?

Pokerrito is located by Gilmore SkyTrain Station, making it easy to stop in during a lunch break, between errands, or on your daily commute.

You can customize a poke bowl or sushi burrito by choosing your base, protein, toppings, and sauce. The ordering process is designed to move quickly, with fresh ingredients and clear choices that make it easy to create a meal your way.

If you already know what you want, ordering ahead makes your lunch run even faster. Skip the line, pick up your meal, and get back to your day.

Fresh, Warm, or a Quick Bite, Choose It Your Way

The reason regulars keep coming back is the flexibility. You are not limited to someone else’s idea of the perfect lunch.

Want extra greens in your poke bowl? Go for it. Prefer less rice? Easy. Need double protein after a workout? Done.

Looking for something warmer and more filling, or handheld for eating on the move? Try a Warm Pokerrito. It follows the same Build Your Own logic, but the protein is torched or roasted instead of served raw, and it’s wrapped up so you can eat it walking. Bulgogi and Gochujang Marinated BBQ Pork are two of the most popular builds. If you want the same warm, torched flavour in a bowl instead, that’s the Torched Warm Bowl. We wrote a full breakdown of that one if you want to see every flavour.

Want something smaller and quick to go with your order, or on its own? Try a Bul-Dog. The beef version comes as a taco with marinated beef, romaine, sweet onion, creamy mayo, and teriyaki sauce, finished with crispy tempura. The spicy pork version is served open faced, with spicy BBQ pork, romaine, sweet onion, creamy mayo, and wasabi basil sauce. Both are $7.95, an easy add on when you want a little extra without slowing down your order.

You can explore all the available ingredients on our Build Your Own menu page before you arrive. Knowing what you want ahead of time can make ordering even quicker, especially during the midday rush.

For a closer look at building a balanced meal with our ingredients, read our post about healthy lunch ideas and clean eating. This guide focuses on helping you find a fresh, satisfying lunch without slowing down your day.

Why Pokerrito Works for a Weekday Lunch Run

Pokerrito has been Canada’s original sushi burrito brand since 2016. The Gilmore Station location in Burnaby is a convenient choice for commuters, nearby workers, students, and anyone who does not have an hour to spare for lunch.

You can choose a customizable poke bowl or sushi burrito, go warm and handheld with a Warm Pokerrito, or add a Bul-Dog for something quick on the side. With fresh ingredients, plenty of choice, and quick service, Pokerrito makes it easy to fit a satisfying meal into a busy weekday.

If you work near Brentwood, commute through Burnaby, or use Gilmore SkyTrain Station, Pokerrito fits naturally into your route.

Can I Order Ahead at Pokerrito Gilmore Station?

Yes. Ordering ahead is the best option when you are on a tight schedule.

Check the Pokerrito website or app and select the Gilmore Station location for pickup. Your meal can be prepared before you arrive, helping you spend less time waiting and more time enjoying your lunch.

Fresh, fast, warm when you want it, and always your way. That is the Pokerrito lunch experience near Brentwood Burnaby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I get a quick healthy lunch near Brentwood Burnaby?

Pokerrito at Gilmore SkyTrain Station in Burnaby offers fresh, customizable meals prepared quickly. Choose a poke bowl, sushi burrito, a Warm Pokerrito, or a Bul-Dog if you want something small and fast.

What is a Warm Pokerrito?

A Warm Pokerrito is our handheld burrito with torched or roasted protein instead of raw fish, built on the same Build Your Own format. Bulgogi and Gochujang Marinated BBQ Pork are two popular options at Gilmore Station.

Is a Warm Pokerrito the same as a Torched Warm Bowl?

They use the same torched, made to order proteins and flavours. The Torched Warm Bowl is served in a bowl, while the Warm Pokerrito is wrapped as a handheld burrito.

What is a Bul-Dog at Pokerrito?

The Bul-Dog is a smaller, quick bite. The beef version is a taco with teriyaki sauce and crispy tempura. The spicy pork version is served open faced with wasabi basil sauce. Both are $7.95 and a fast add on to any order.

Can I order ahead at Pokerrito Burnaby for a faster pickup?

Yes. Order ahead from the Gilmore Station location through the Pokerrito website or app, and your meal can be ready when you arrive. This is especially convenient when you have a short lunch break.

Is Pokerrito a healthy fast food option near me in Burnaby?

Pokerrito uses fresh ingredients and lets you control what goes into your poke bowl or sushi burrito. You can adjust your base, protein, toppings, and sauce to suit your preferences. A Warm Pokerrito or a Bul-Dog is also available when you want something more filling or something extra.

Is Pokerrito close to Gilmore SkyTrain Station?

Yes. Pokerrito’s Burnaby location is conveniently located by Gilmore SkyTrain Station, making it easy to visit during a commute, lunch break, or day of errands.

What to Order at Pokerrito: A Guide by Goal

What should I order at Pokerrito?

It depends on what you’re going for. If you want something light and fresh, build a poke bowl with a salad base and citrus-forward toppings. If you want something more filling, go bowl style with a warm base and extra protein. Pokerrito’s build-your-own menu makes it easy to eat exactly the way you want.

That’s the short answer. Here’s how to think about it a little more.

Ordering for a specific goal? Start here.

We see a lot of different orders come through our restaurants, and most of them fall into a few clear categories. Here’s what we’d suggest for each one.

If you want the healthiest order, start with a salad or sushi rice base, pick a lean protein like tuna or salmon, load up on fresh vegetables and edamame, and go light on the sauce. A bowl built this way is naturally high in protein, lower in calories, and genuinely satisfying. No sad desk lunch energy.

If you want a high protein poke bowl, double up on your protein. Salmon and tuna are both great choices. Add edamame for an extra plant-based protein boost, and don’t skip the avocado. Healthy fats help you stay full longer. A brown rice base adds a bit more fibre if that matters to you.

If you want something warm and comforting, go burrito style or ask for a warm bowl. We actually have a whole post breaking down the warm vs cold bowl decision if you want to dig into that one.

If you’re just really hungry, the bowl is your move. It holds more, it travels well, and it’s genuinely one of the most satisfying things on the menu. Pick a hearty base, two proteins if you want, and a sauce that ties it together.

At Pokerrito, every order is built fresh to your specs. That’s the whole point. You can find all the base, protein, topping, and sauce options on our build-your-own menu page so you can plan ahead or just browse when you’re feeling indecisive.

Whatever your goal is, there’s a version of a Pokerrito bowl or burrito that works for it. Your bowl, your way.

Frequently asked questions

What is the healthiest thing to order at Pokerrito?

Start with a salad base, choose a lean protein like tuna or salmon, pile on the fresh vegetables and edamame, and keep your sauce light. That combination gives you a high protein, nutrient-dense meal without feeling like you’re making a sacrifice.

What is a good high protein poke bowl at Pokerrito?

Double your protein, add edamame, and include avocado for healthy fats. Salmon and tuna are both high in protein and pair well with almost any base. Brown rice adds extra fibre if that’s something you’re after.

Should I get a bowl or a burrito at Pokerrito?

If you want something lighter and fresh-feeling, go burrito. If you’re extra hungry or want something easy to eat on the go, the bowl is the better call. Both are fully customizable so you’re not giving anything up either way.

Can Poke Be Warm? Meet the Torched Warm Bowl at Pokerrito

Yes, poke can be served warm. Pokerrito’s Torched Warm Bowl starts with the same fresh toppings and rice, greens, or noodle base as a classic poke bowl, then swaps raw fish for protein that’s seared, baked, or flame torched to order. It comes in five flavours, from Torched Ahi Tuna to Miso Glazed Salmon, at every Pokerrito location, daily from 11am to 9pm.

Poke has a reputation as a cold, raw fish bowl. Great on a hot afternoon, harder to reach for on a grey, rainy lunch. The Torched Warm Bowl exists for exactly that moment: everything people already like about a build your own poke bowl, made warm.

Can poke be served warm?

At Pokerrito, yes. The Torched Warm Bowl takes proteins like tuna, salmon, beef, pork, and chicken and cooks them to order, either flame torched for a light char or roasted, instead of serving them raw and marinated the way a classic poke bowl does. The rest of the bowl, the base, the fresh vegetables, and the sauce, stays true to the same Build Your Own idea. It’s a genuinely warm dish, not a lukewarm compromise.

What is a Torched Warm Bowl at Pokerrito?

The Torched Warm Bowl menu has five signature builds:

Torched Ahi Tuna — flame torched ahi, green onion, crab meat, furikake, crispy tempura, pea shoot, edamame, radish coin, miso glazed sauce

Bulgogi — marinated beef, sweet onion, cucumber, pineapple, sweet corn, crispy tempura, jalapeno, teriyaki sauce

Spicy BBQ Pork (Jaeyuk) — spicy Korean marinated pork, kimchi, tamago, jalapeno, white sesame seed

Miso Glazed Salmon — baked salmon, red cabbage, avocado, furikake, edamame, radish coins, ginger, miso glazed sauce

Roasted Chicken — roasted chicken, cilantro, red cabbage, avocado, furikake, edamame, radish coins, crispy onion, umami sauce

Every bowl is built on a base you choose: white or brown rice, mixed greens or romaine, or kale noodle. See the full Torched Warm Bowl menu.

What’s the difference between a poke bowl and a Torched Warm Bowl?

A Classic Poke Bowl is cold: marinated raw, sushi grade tuna or salmon (or a vegetarian option like fried tofu) on a chilled base with cold toppings like seaweed salad. A Torched Warm Bowl uses the same kitchen, the same fresh produce, and the same customizable format, but the protein is cooked, not raw, and the bowl is served warm. Neither one is the healthy choice while the other isn’t. They’re the same Pokerrito standard in two temperatures, so the right one just depends on what sounds good that day.

Is the Torched Warm Bowl the same as the Warm Pokerrito?

They’re related but not the same thing. The Warm Pokerrito is the burrito format, torched protein wrapped up and handheld. The Torched Warm Bowl is the same warm, torched cooking style served in a bowl instead. Both come in matching flavours (Ahi Tuna, Bulgogi, Spicy Pork, Miso Salmon, Roasted Chicken), so it comes down to whether you want a bowl and fork or something you can eat on the move.

I want poke, but not a cold meal. What should I order?

Order a Torched Warm Bowl. It’s built exactly for this: the flavours and freshness people associate with poke, without a raw or cold dish on a day that calls for something warm. Pick a protein, pick a base, and it’s ready the same way a classic bowl would be, just warm.

Is a warm bowl a healthy lunch option?

A Torched Warm Bowl comes from the same made to order kitchen as Pokerrito’s poke bowls: real protein, fresh vegetables, and a base you pick yourself, with no long wait for a cooked, sit down meal. It fits the same fast, customizable lunch role a poke bowl does. For exact calorie, protein, and allergen numbers for a specific build, check the nutrition information on the online ordering menu before ordering, since cross contact with allergens is possible in any shared kitchen.

Where can I get a Torched Warm Bowl near me?

Every Pokerrito location carries the full Torched Warm Bowl menu, daily from 11am to 9pm:

Vancouver — Dunsmuir, Hornby, Mount Pleasant, and Renfrew. See all Vancouver locations.

Burnaby — Gilmore Station (Brentwood), Station Square (Metrotown), and Marine Way Market (Big Bend). See all Burnaby locations.

Surrey — King George Hub and Morgan Crossing. See all Surrey locations.

Coquitlam — Burquitlam. See all Coquitlam locations.

Toronto — Commerce Court, with King Street West opening soon. See all Toronto locations.

Find the closest one and order ahead on the full locations page.

Can I customize a Torched Warm Bowl?

Yes. It follows the same Build Your Own logic as the rest of the menu: choose a base, a protein, and your toppings and sauce. Start from one of the five signature builds or build your own from scratch on the Build Your Own menu.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can poke be served warm? Yes. Pokerrito’s Torched Warm Bowl uses seared, baked, or flame torched protein instead of raw fish, served on the same fresh, customizable base as a classic poke bowl.

What flavours does the Torched Warm Bowl come in? Five: Torched Ahi Tuna, Bulgogi, Spicy BBQ Pork (Jaeyuk), Miso Glazed Salmon, and Roasted Chicken, each on a base of white or brown rice, mixed greens or romaine, or kale noodle.

What’s the difference between the Torched Warm Bowl and the Warm Pokerrito? The Torched Warm Bowl is served in a bowl; the Warm Pokerrito is the same warm, torched cooking style wrapped as a handheld burrito. Both share matching flavours.

Is the Torched Warm Bowl healthy? It’s made to order from real protein, fresh vegetables, and a base you choose, the same kitchen and philosophy as Pokerrito’s poke bowls. Check the online ordering menu for exact nutrition numbers on a specific build.

Where can I order a Torched Warm Bowl? At any Pokerrito location in Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, Coquitlam, or Toronto, daily from 11am to 9pm. Order ahead through pokerrito.com or your preferred delivery app.

Find your warm bowl

Whether it’s a grey day in Vancouver or you just want poke’s freshness without a cold dish, the Torched Warm Bowl is ready at every Pokerrito location. Find your nearest Pokerrito or see the full Torched Warm Bowl menu to build yours.

Korean-Style vs Japanese-Style Poke: What’s the Difference?

Poke is Hawaiian at its core, but its flavors have always borrowed from Asia. Korean-style poke leans on bold, fermented, spicy flavors — think gochujang, bulgogi, and sesame — while Japanese-style poke keeps it clean and umami-forward with shoyu (soy), sesame oil, wasabi, and sushi-grade fish. Same fresh-fish foundation, two very different flavor personalities. At Pokerrito, you can build either.

If you’ve ever wondered why one poke bowl tastes bold and spicy while another tastes clean and savory, the answer usually comes down to which culinary tradition the sauces and toppings draw from. Here’s how Korean-style and Japanese-style poke differ — and how to choose.

First, what does “style” mean in poke?

Poke (pronounced “poh-keh”) originated in Hawaii, where it was traditionally made with reef fish, sea salt, and seaweed. As Japanese and Korean immigrants shaped island cooking, their flavors folded into poke. So when we say “Japanese-style” or “Korean-style” today, we’re describing the flavor profile — the sauces, seasonings, and proteins — not a different dish entirely.

Both start from the same base: fresh, cubed sushi-grade fish (or a plant-based protein), a base of rice or greens, and toppings. The style is in the seasoning.

What is Japanese-style poke?

Japanese-style poke is clean, delicate, and umami-forward. It leans on the flavors that gave poke its modern form — shoyu (Japanese soy sauce), sesame oil, and rice vinegar — finished with toppings like seaweed salad, sesame seeds, pickled ginger, edamame, and a touch of wasabi. The goal is to let the freshness of the fish shine.

Typical Japanese-style elements include classic shoyu, ponzu, and sesame sauces; sushi-grade ahi tuna and salmon; and toppings like seaweed salad, edamame, cucumber, sesame, ginger, and masago. The vibe is balanced, savory, and subtle.

What is Korean-style poke?

Korean-style poke is bold, spicy, and fermented. It draws on Korean flavor staples — gochujang (fermented chili paste), gochugaru (chili flakes), and marinades like bulgogi (sweet-savory soy-marinated beef) — often layered with sesame, sweet onion, and a little heat. Where Japanese-style whispers, Korean-style makes a statement.

Typical Korean-style elements include gochujang, sweet-chili gochujang, bulgogi sauce, and wasabi-basil; proteins like bulgogi beef and spicy Korean pork alongside classic fish; and toppings like sweet onion, sesame, and crispy tempura. The vibe is bold, spicy, and savory-sweet.

Korean-style vs Japanese-style poke: at a glance

Here’s the quick version. Japanese-style poke is clean, umami, and mild — built on shoyu, ponzu, and sesame, with sushi-grade tuna and salmon, and best for purists who love the pure taste of fresh fish. Korean-style poke is bold, spicy, and fermented — built on gochujang and bulgogi sauce, with proteins like bulgogi beef and spicy pork, and best for bold-flavor and Korean-BBQ fans.

Which style is spicier?

Korean-style is the spicier of the two. Gochujang and gochugaru bring a fermented, building heat, and Korean marinades add a sweet-savory depth. Japanese-style is milder and cleaner, with heat only from a light touch of wasabi. If you love Korean BBQ or spicy food, go Korean-style; if you want the pure taste of fresh fish, go Japanese-style.

How Pokerrito does both styles

Our Pan-Asian menu was built to give you both worlds in one place. On the Korean side, the Bulgogi Bowl is a torched warm-bowl bestseller with soy-marinated beef, and the Bul-Dog sliders come in bulgogi and spicy-pork, finished with bold sauces like sweet-chili gochujang and wasabi-basil. On the Japanese side, the Hawaiian Classic pairs marinated ahi tuna with seaweed salad, ginger, and classic shoyu — clean, fresh, and umami-rich. And at our Build Your Own counter, you can choose your sauces and proteins to lean Korean, Japanese, or a mix — over 50 combinations, with bowls from $14.95.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Korean-style poke?

Korean-style poke is a poke bowl seasoned with Korean flavors — gochujang (fermented chili paste), bulgogi (soy-marinated beef), gochugaru, and sesame. It’s bolder, spicier, and more savory-sweet than traditional poke, reflecting Korean BBQ influences.

What is Japanese-style poke?

Japanese-style poke keeps flavors clean and umami-forward, using shoyu (soy sauce), sesame oil, ponzu, wasabi, and toppings like seaweed salad and ginger with sushi-grade fish. It highlights the freshness of the fish rather than heavy seasoning.

Which is spicier, Korean or Japanese poke?

Korean-style is spicier. Gochujang and Korean chili bring a fermented, building heat, while Japanese-style is mild with only a light touch of wasabi.

Does Pokerrito have Korean-style poke?

Yes. Pokerrito’s Korean-inspired options include the Bulgogi Bowl, the Bul-Dog bulgogi and spicy-pork sliders, and sauces like sweet-chili gochujang and wasabi-basil. You can also build your own Korean-leaning bowl.

Is poke Korean or Japanese?

Neither — poke is Hawaiian in origin. But its flavors have long borrowed from Japanese and Korean cooking, which is why you’ll see Japanese-style (shoyu) and Korean-style (gochujang, bulgogi) versions today.

Try both at Pokerrito

The best way to taste the difference is side by side. Order a bold Korean-style Bulgogi Bowl and a clean Japanese-style Hawaiian Classic, and see which one wins you over. Find a Pokerrito near you or build your own today.

Pokerrito Hornby Is Coming Back: Reopening August 1

Our downtown Vancouver location at 991 Hornby St reopens on August 1, 2026. After a vehicle collided with the storefront this past spring, we rebuilt from the front door in — and we can’t wait to serve the Hornby, Robson, and Yaletown neighbourhood again with fresh poke bowls, sushi burritos, and Warm Pokerritos.

It’s been a tough few months for our Hornby team, but the response from this neighbourhood made all the difference. Thank you to every regular who checked in, asked when we’d be back, and kept ordering at our other Vancouver locations while we rebuilt. This reopening is for you.

When does Pokerrito Hornby reopen?

Pokerrito Hornby reopens on August 1, 2026, returning to daily hours of 11am–9pm at 991 Hornby St. Follow @pokerrito on Instagram for the exact opening-day details, first-week surprises, and a first look at the rebuilt space.

What happened to the Hornby location?

This past spring, a vehicle collided with our Hornby storefront, damaging the front of the shop and forcing us to close for repairs. No cause for alarm today — we’ve spent the months since rebuilding the space so we can reopen better than before. The heart of the menu hasn’t changed; the shop out front is simply brand new.

Where is Pokerrito Hornby?

Pokerrito Hornby sits at 991 Hornby St on the west side of downtown Vancouver — one block south of Robson Street and the Vancouver Art Gallery, and within walking distance of Yaletown, the West End, and Davie Village. The closest SkyTrain stations are Vancouver City Centre (Canada Line) and Burrard (Expo Line). See the full details on our Hornby location page.

What’s on the menu when we reopen?

Everything you remember. Classic Poke Bowls (from $14.95), sushi burritos / poke burritos (from $12.95), the torched-and-sauced Warm Pokerrito, and Build Your Own with 50+ combinations of sushi-grade salmon, tuna, plant-based proteins, and globally inspired sauces — all made fresh to order.

Can I still get Pokerrito while Hornby reopens?

Yes. Until August 1, our nearby downtown location at Dunsmuir St has you covered, and you can explore all our Vancouver locations for the spot closest to you. Once Hornby reopens, downtown’s west side has its poke home back.

Thank you, downtown Vancouver

Rebuilding wasn’t the plan for this spring, but the support from our neighbours, nearby offices, and regulars made it possible. We’re proud to be Vancouver’s original poke chain since 2016 — and prouder still to be coming back to Hornby Street. See you on August 1.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When does Pokerrito Hornby reopen?

Pokerrito Hornby reopens on August 1, 2026, at 991 Hornby St in downtown Vancouver, with daily hours of 11am–9pm. Follow @pokerrito on Instagram for opening-day details.

Why was Pokerrito Hornby closed?

The Hornby location closed this past spring after a vehicle collided with the storefront, damaging the front of the shop. We used the time to fully rebuild and reopen the space better than before.

Is the Pokerrito Hornby menu changing?

No. The full menu returns — Classic Poke Bowls, sushi burritos, Warm Pokerritos, and Build Your Own with 50+ combinations. Only the storefront is new.

Where can I get Pokerrito downtown until Hornby reopens?

Our Dunsmuir St location serves downtown Vancouver until August 1. After that, both downtown locations — Hornby and Dunsmuir — are open daily 11am–9pm.

Where exactly is Pokerrito Hornby?

991 Hornby St, one block south of Robson Street and the Vancouver Art Gallery, close to Yaletown, the West End, and Vancouver City Centre and Burrard SkyTrain stations.

Best Poke Bowls in Burnaby: A Neighbourhood Guide

Looking for a poke bowl in Burnaby? Pokerrito has three locations across the city — Brentwood (Gilmore Station), Metrotown (Station Square), and Big Bend (Marine Way Market) — each open daily 11am–9pm for dine-in, pickup, and delivery. Wherever you are in Burnaby, one is a short SkyTrain ride or drive away.

Burnaby is big, and lunch here depends on which part you're in — the Metrotown crowds, the Brentwood towers, or the Big Bend big-box district all move at different speeds. This guide breaks down where to grab a fresh poke bowl or sushi burrito by neighbourhood, so you can find your nearest Pokerrito fast.

Where can I get a poke bowl in Burnaby?

Pokerrito operates three Burnaby locations, each anchored to a different hub:

• Metrotown — Station Square, 6059 Silver Dr, beside Metropolis at Metrotown

• Brentwood — Gilmore Station, 4152 Dawson St, by Gilmore SkyTrain and The Amazing Brentwood

• Big Bend / South Burnaby — Marine Way Market, 7368 Market Crossing, next to Costco and Walmart

All three serve the same menu: Classic Poke Bowls (from $14.95), sushi burritos / poke burritos (from $12.95), Warm Pokerritos, and Build Your Own with 50+ combinations. See every spot on our Burnaby poke bowl page.

Where's the best poke near Metrotown?

Pokerrito Station Square at 6059 Silver Dr is the closest poke spot to Metrotown — right beside Metropolis at Metrotown and one block from Metrotown SkyTrain Station. It's built for shoppers and Metrotown office workers who want a quick, fresh lunch between errands. Free underground parking inside Station Square makes pickup easy.

Delivery reaches Metrotown, Maywood, Bonsor, Royal Oak, and central Burnaby via DoorDash, Uber Eats, SkipTheDishes, and Fantuan.

Where's the best poke near Brentwood?

Pokerrito Gilmore Station at 4152 Dawson St serves the Brentwood area — a five-minute walk from Gilmore SkyTrain and minutes from The Amazing Brentwood, Whole Foods, and the new Gilmore Place towers. It's a go-to for tower residents, BCIT students, and the lunch rush between SkyTrain stops.

Delivery covers Brentwood, Capitol Hill, Willingdon Heights, Holdom, BCIT, and North Burnaby.

Where can I get poke in South Burnaby (Big Bend)?

Pokerrito Marine Way Market at 7368 Market Crossing covers South Burnaby's Big Bend district — inside the Market Crossing centre next to Costco, Walmart, and Cineplex, right off Marine Way and Highway 91. It's the easy stop for big-box shoppers, families, and Highway 91 commuters, with free underground parking.

Delivery reaches Big Bend, the Marine Drive corridor, Riverway, Edmonds, and Queensborough.

Why is poke a good lunch in Burnaby?

Poke fits the Burnaby workday well because it's fast, customizable, and travels. Whether you're grabbing lunch at Metrotown between meetings or feeding a family after a Costco run, a build-your-own bowl or a handheld sushi burrito works for both the sit-down and the grab-and-go moments — without a long wait.

Every Pokerrito is built to order from sushi-grade salmon and tuna, plant-based proteins, fresh vegetables, and globally inspired sauces, so each person gets the lunch they want.

Want the wider Metro Vancouver picture? See our Metro Vancouver lunch guide for how poke fits lunch routines across the region.

Can I get a poke bowl delivered in Burnaby?

Yes. All three Burnaby locations deliver through DoorDash, Uber Eats, SkipTheDishes, and Fantuan, with each store covering its surrounding neighbourhoods. For the fastest pickup, order ahead at pokerrito.com and choose the location closest to you.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Pokerrito locations are in Burnaby?
Three: Station Square (Metrotown), Gilmore Station (Brentwood), and Marine Way Market (Big Bend / South Burnaby). All are open daily from 11am to 9pm for dine-in, pickup, and delivery.

Which Pokerrito is closest to Metrotown SkyTrain?
Pokerrito Station Square at 6059 Silver Dr is one block from Metrotown SkyTrain Station, beside Metropolis at Metrotown, with free underground parking in the Station Square complex.

Is there a Pokerrito near Brentwood or BCIT?
Yes — Pokerrito Gilmore Station at 4152 Dawson St is a five-minute walk from Gilmore SkyTrain, minutes from The Amazing Brentwood and within reach of BCIT and North Burnaby.

Does Pokerrito deliver in Burnaby?
Yes. All three Burnaby locations deliver via DoorDash, Uber Eats, SkipTheDishes, and Fantuan across Metrotown, Brentwood, Big Bend, and surrounding neighbourhoods.

How much is a poke bowl in Burnaby?
Classic Poke Bowls start at $14.95 and sushi burritos at $12.95, with Build Your Own offering 50+ combinations of bases, proteins, and sauces at every Burnaby location.

Find your nearest Pokerrito in Burnaby

Whether you're in Metrotown, Brentwood, or Big Bend, there's a Pokerrito nearby serving fresh poke bowls, sushi burritos, and Warm Pokerritos daily. Find your nearest Burnaby location or build your own today.

Craving poke beyond Burnaby? See our Metro Vancouver poke lunch guide for quick lunch spots across the region.

Poke Bowl vs Sushi Burrito: What’s the Difference?

A poke bowl is a deconstructed Hawaiian dish served in a bowl with rice or greens, fresh fish, and toppings — eaten with a fork or chopsticks. A sushi burrito — also called a poke burrito — is a hand-held fusion creation that wraps the same ingredients inside a sheet of roasted nori. At Pokerrito, we're known for both — in fact, our signature poke burrito is what gave us our name: the Pokerrito.

If you've stood at the counter wondering which to order — or scrolled our menu trying to figure out what makes them different — this guide is for you. We've been serving both at Pokerrito since opening our first shop on Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver, in 2016. The question comes up almost every shift.

Here's everything you need to know.

Quick Comparison: Poke Bowl vs Sushi Burrito (Pokerrito)

Same fresh ingredients, very different experiences:

• Format: Poke bowl = open bowl, layered. Sushi burrito / poke burrito (Pokerrito) = wrapped in roasted nori, hand-held.

• Origin: Poke bowl = Hawaii (traditional). Sushi burrito / poke burrito = West Coast fusion, popularized ~2011.

• How you eat it: Bowl = fork or chopsticks. Pokerrito = hands, end to end.

• Portability: Bowl = sit-down friendly. Pokerrito = built for on-the-go.

• Base options: Bowls offer white rice, brown rice, mixed greens, romaine, or kale noodle. Pokerritos use sushi rice inside roasted nori.

• Portion: Bowls are customizable, fit a meal-prep container. Pokerritos are a single fixed-size roll.

• Signature builds (both formats): North Shore, Diamond Head, Hanauma, Sunset Beach, Hawaiian Classic.

• Warm option: Bowls have Torched Warm Bowls (Bulgogi Bowl is a bestseller). Pokerritos have the Warm Pokerrito — torched, warm proteins.

• Best for: Bowls = office lunch, meal prep. Pokerritos = walking, commuting, one-handed eating.

What Is a Poke Bowl?

A poke bowl (pronounced POH-kay, not "poke") is a traditional Hawaiian dish that dates back centuries. The word poke means "to slice or cut" in Hawaiian — referring to how the fish is prepared.

The classic version starts with a base of warm rice, topped with cubed fresh fish (usually ahi tuna or salmon) that's been marinated in soy sauce, sesame oil, and aromatics. From there, you layer on toppings: edamame, seaweed salad, pineapple, masago, furikake, crispy onions, and a finishing sauce.

The modern poke bowl — the version you see at fast-casual restaurants across North America — emerged in the early 2010s as Hawaiian poke shops spread to the mainland. The format stayed the same: an open bowl, fully customizable, eaten with a fork or chopsticks.

What defines a poke bowl at Pokerrito:

• Choose from five bases: white rice, brown rice, mixed greens, romaine, or kale noodle

• Pick a Classic Poke Bowl (North Shore, Diamond Head, Hanauma, Sunset Beach, or Hawaiian Classic) or Build Your Own with 50+ combinations

• Every protein is sourced through the Ocean Wise sustainable seafood program

• Designed to be enjoyed at a table — though it travels well in a takeout container

What Is a Sushi Burrito or Poke Burrito? (And Why We Call Ours a "Pokerrito")

"Sushi burrito" and "poke burrito" are two names for the same thing — a hand-held roll that takes sushi-style ingredients and wraps them in an oversized sheet of nori (or soy paper) so you can eat it like a Mission-style burrito. The format was popularized in San Francisco around 2011 and quickly spread up and down the West Coast. Some restaurants call it a sushi burrito; others prefer poke burrito because the fillings lean toward Hawaiian poke. Either name refers to the same wrapped, hand-held creation.

When we opened in Vancouver in 2016, we took that idea and built our entire brand around it — combining Hawaiian poke with the portability of a burrito and seasoning the fillings with bold pan-Asian flavours like Korean bulgogi, spicy gochujang pork, and wasabi basil. We called the result the Pokerrito — poke + burrito — and it became our signature.

Today we serve two distinct versions:

• Classic Pokerrito — the original cold sushi burrito (a.k.a. poke burrito) with fresh fish, wrapped in roasted nori. Same five signature builds as our bowls (North Shore, Diamond Head, Hanauma, Sunset Beach, Hawaiian Classic).

• Warm Pokerrito — Canada's original warm poke burrito. Filled with torched warm proteins like roasted chicken, miso-glazed salmon, bulgogi beef, or spicy Korean pork, all wrapped in soft roasted seaweed.

What defines a sushi burrito / poke burrito:

• Wrapped in roasted nori — hand-held by design

• Eaten without utensils, end to end

• Typically a fixed size (no half-portions — the wrap needs structural integrity)

• At Pokerrito, available cold (Classic Pokerrito) or warm (Warm Pokerrito)

The 7 Key Differences Between Poke Bowls and Sushi Burritos

Even when the ingredients overlap completely — as they do at Pokerrito, where our bowls and burritos share the same proteins, toppings, and sauces — the eating experience is different. Here's a closer look.

1. Format and presentation. A poke bowl is open — every layer visible. A sushi burrito (or poke burrito) is wrapped — you only see the outer nori until you bite into it. This affects everything from how you photograph it (bowls win on Instagram) to how messy it gets (burritos contain themselves).

2. Origin and cultural roots. Poke is a traditional Hawaiian food with hundreds of years of history. Sushi burritos are a 2010s West Coast fusion invention. One has lineage; the other has innovation. The Pokerrito leans into both — our menu pulls equally from Hawaiian poke tradition and Korean fusion influences.

3. How you eat it. Bowls require a fork or chopsticks. Burritos require nothing. If you're at your desk, on a commute, or walking between meetings, the Pokerrito wins on logistics.

4. Portion control. Bowls let you mix bases — half rice, half greens is a popular Pokerrito move. Sushi burritos are usually a single fixed size because the wrap has to hold together structurally.

5. Sauce distribution. In a bowl, sauce sits on top and you can stir it through. In a Pokerrito, sauce is distributed inside the roll and you taste it in every bite. Burritos tend to feel more "blended"; bowls feel more "layered." This matters most with our bolder sauces — sweet chili gochujang, wasabi basil, and creamy mayo all behave differently between the two formats.

6. Temperature. Classic poke bowls and Classic Pokerritos are served cold. Warm Pokerritos and Torched Warm Bowls are the exception — they're finished with warm proteins and a torch, giving you a hot meal in a sushi format. That's something most poke shops can't offer.

7. Meal occasion. Bowls suit sit-down lunch, meal prep, and family-style sharing. Pokerritos suit grab-and-go, commuting, and one-handed eating during another activity. Many of our regulars order a bowl for the office and a poke burrito when they're walking between meetings.

Which Should You Order? A Quick Decision Guide

Choose a poke bowl if:

• You're eating in the restaurant or at your desk

• You want to mix bases (rice + greens combo)

• You like seeing your ingredients separated

• You're meal-prepping (bowls keep better in the fridge)

Choose a Classic Pokerrito (cold sushi burrito / poke burrito) if:

• You're eating on the move

• You only have one hand free

• You want everything in every bite, blended together

• You love the original fresh-fish version

Choose a Warm Pokerrito (warm poke burrito) if:

• You want comfort food without sacrificing the sushi format

• The weather's cold, or you're craving warm proteins

• You're trying our signature Korean fusion fillings (bulgogi, spicy pork)

• You've never had a torched sushi burrito and you're curious

There's no wrong answer. All three pull from the same fresh, Ocean Wise–certified proteins and the same 50+ topping combinations. They're variations on the same idea.

Are Poke Bowls and Sushi Burritos Healthy?

Both can be excellent choices nutritionally — and the answer depends on what you build.

The healthy starting point is the same: lean protein (raw fish is high in omega-3s and complete protein), fiber-rich vegetables, and a controlled carb base. A typical Pokerrito poke bowl delivers around 24g of high-quality protein from ahi tuna or salmon, plus omega-3 fatty acids and a wide range of micronutrients from the vegetables. A typical poke burrito runs slightly higher in calories than a bowl, mostly because the wrapped format encourages a more generous portion.

The calorie variable isn't poke vs. burrito — it's what you add. Heavy sauces (creamy mayo, sweet chili gochujang) and crispy toppings (crispy onions, tempura) add up fast. Lighter sauces (ponzu, classic shoyu, umami) and pickled toppings keep things lean without sacrificing flavour.

If weight loss is the goal, swap white rice for kale noodle or mixed greens, choose one sauce instead of two, and skip the fried add-ons.

→ For the full nutrition breakdown, see our deep-dive: Is Poke Healthy? Nutrition Facts, Calories & Benefits.

Why Pokerrito Serves Both

When we opened our first Pokerrito on Dunsmuir Street in 2016, we made a deliberate choice not to pick a lane. Poke bowls and poke burritos answer different questions — "where am I eating this?" being the main one — and our guests shouldn't have to go to two different restaurants for two different occasions.

So we built our menu around a shared core: the same Ocean Wise–certified proteins, the same fresh toppings, the same house-made sauces, the same five signature builds (North Shore, Diamond Head, Hanauma, Sunset Beach, Hawaiian Classic). You choose your format at the counter — bowl, Classic Pokerrito, or Warm Pokerrito.

That's why we're called Pokerrito. Poke + burrito, all under one roof.

Today we operate 12 locations across British Columbia and Ontario, with our original Vancouver flagship on Dunsmuir Street and our newest at Commerce Court in downtown Toronto. We're proudly Canadian — and proudly the country's original sushi burrito (or poke burrito, if you prefer) brand.

→ Find a Pokerrito near you

Related Reading

• Poke Bowl vs Sushi: What's the Difference? — How poke bowls compare to traditional sushi rolls and nigiri

• Is Poke Healthy? Nutrition Facts, Calories & Benefits — Full nutrition breakdown with calorie math

• Pokerrito in the Media: Vancouver's Original Poke Chain Since 2016 — Press coverage and brand history

FAQ

Is a poke burrito the same as a sushi burrito?

Yes. "Poke burrito" and "sushi burrito" are two names for the exact same dish — a hand-held roll wrapped in roasted nori, filled with sushi-style ingredients like fresh fish, rice, and vegetables. Restaurants use the names interchangeably; some prefer "poke burrito" because the fillings lean Hawaiian. At Pokerrito, we coined our own name for it — the Pokerrito — when we opened in Vancouver in 2016.

Are poke bowls and sushi burritos the same thing?

No. They share ingredients (fresh fish, rice, vegetables, sauces) but differ in format and origin. A poke bowl is a traditional Hawaiian dish served in an open bowl. A sushi burrito (also called a poke burrito) is a West Coast fusion format wrapped in roasted nori and eaten by hand. At Pokerrito, our signature poke burrito is called the Pokerrito — and it comes in both cold (Classic) and warm versions.

What is a Pokerrito?

A Pokerrito is our signature poke burrito (also called a sushi burrito) — fresh poke-style ingredients wrapped in roasted nori, designed to be eaten by hand. We invented the name (poke + burrito) when we opened in Vancouver in 2016. Today it comes in two versions: the Classic Pokerrito (cold, fresh fish) and the Warm Pokerrito (torched warm proteins like bulgogi or miso-glazed salmon).

What's the difference between a Classic Pokerrito and a Warm Pokerrito?

The Classic Pokerrito is cold — fresh fish, vegetables, and sauce wrapped in roasted nori, similar to a hand-held sushi roll. The Warm Pokerrito uses cooked, torched proteins (roasted chicken, miso-glazed salmon, bulgogi, spicy Korean pork) wrapped in soft roasted seaweed for a comfort-food experience.

Which is healthier, poke bowl or poke burrito?

Both can be equally healthy. The calorie total depends more on your choice of base, sauce, and toppings than on the format itself. At Pokerrito, choosing brown rice or kale noodle, a citrus-based sauce, and one indulgent topping keeps either option well under 600 calories. See our Is Poke Healthy? guide for a full breakdown.

Can you order a poke bowl or poke burrito without raw fish?

Yes. At Pokerrito, the Sunset Beach build is fully plant-based (fried tofu). You can also build either format with cooked proteins through our Warm Pokerrito and Torched Warm Bowls menus — roasted chicken, miso-glazed salmon, bulgogi beef, or spicy Korean pork.

Is the fish at Pokerrito sustainably sourced?

Yes. Every protein we serve is sourced through the Ocean Wise sustainable seafood program. We've been an Ocean Wise partner since our early days and consider it core to who we are.

How do you eat a sushi burrito without it falling apart?

Hold it with both hands and eat from one end, keeping the paper wrapper around the bottom half as you go. Don't try to unwrap it fully — the paper is part of what keeps the Pokerrito structurally intact. The Warm Pokerrito is a little softer than the Classic, so go slow on the first bite.

Is poke pronounced "poke" or "POH-kay"?

It's POH-kay (two syllables). The word comes from Hawaiian and means "to slice or cut," referring to how the fish is prepared.

Try Both at Pokerrito

The best way to settle the debate is to taste them side by side. Visit your nearest Pokerrito to build your own — bowl, Classic Pokerrito (cold poke burrito), Warm Pokerrito, or one of each.

Bring your own bowl and get 10% off — part of our commitment to sustainable packaging and our Ocean Wise partnership.

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Downtown Toronto Lunch Guide: How to Choose a Quick Poke Option in the Financial District

Lunch in downtown Toronto is shaped by speed. Office workers around Bay Street, King Street West, and the Financial District are usually not looking for a slow, elaborate meal in the middle of the workday. They want something efficient, satisfying, and easy to fit into a short break. That is why search phrases like “downtown Toronto lunch,” “Bay Street lunch,” and “quick lunch near PATH” matter so much for restaurant content.

Visiting Vancouver? See our companion Metro Vancouver Lunch Guide for poke bowls, sushi burritos, and weekday options across Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, and Coquitlam.

For Pokerrito, this creates a strong opportunity. Poke bowls and sushi burritos align well with the rhythm of downtown office life because they are straightforward to order, easy to customize, and suited to both dine-in and takeout. A customer searching during lunch is often deciding between convenience and quality. Content that shows how Pokerrito meets both needs is more useful than general brand messaging alone.

One of the most valuable things about this topic is how specific the intent is. When someone searches for lunch in the Financial District, they are not browsing casually. They are usually nearby, short on time, and ready to choose. That makes local SEO around downtown Toronto particularly actionable. Articles should be built around real search language such as “Toronto Financial District lunch,” “King Street West poke bowl,” and “lunch near 199 Bay St” rather than generic restaurant descriptions.

Poke is a strong fit for this environment because it works across several lunch priorities at once. It can feel lighter than heavier midday meals, it offers room for customization, and it adapts well to both office pickup and on-the-go eating. Sushi burritos widen the appeal even more by giving customers a handheld option that is especially practical when time is tight. Together, these formats let Pokerrito speak to a broader downtown audience without diluting the brand story.

This is also a good place to write with location sensitivity. Downtown Toronto searches are often hyperlocal. People may not only look for Toronto in general. They may search around Bay Street, King Street West, the PATH network, or nearby office towers. That means blog content should reflect the real geography of the workday. Mentioning the lunch context of the Financial District makes the article more relevant and helps signal local fit to search engines.

The best-performing version of this article should avoid overclaiming and instead focus on usefulness. Explain why poke works well for busy office lunches. Explain why customizable meals help when different people want different lunch experiences. Explain why fast ordering matters. Those are the kinds of signals that align with the way people actually search and the way Google evaluates helpful content.

A practical downtown lunch article can also support future content. From this piece, Pokerrito can branch into related posts such as takeout lunch near Bay Street, best office lunch ideas in downtown Toronto, or what to order at Pokerrito for a quick weekday meal. That kind of internal linking strengthens overall topic authority and builds a more complete search presence over time.

In short, downtown Toronto is not just another city keyword. It is a high-intent lunch market where speed, location, and flexibility matter. Pokerrito has a menu format that fits that need well, and thoughtful local content can help the brand meet people right when they are looking for their next lunch.

FAQ

Q. Is poke a good lunch option in downtown Toronto?

A. Yes. Poke bowls are a practical lunch option in downtown Toronto because they are quick, customizable, and easy to fit into a busy office routine.

Q. Why are Bay Street and King Street West important in this topic?

A. These areas are high-intent lunch zones in downtown Toronto, especially for professionals who are searching for quick takeout or nearby lunch options during the workday.

Q. Is this article relevant for PATH and Financial District workers?

A. Yes. The article is especially relevant for people looking for fast lunch options near the PATH network, Bay Street, and the Financial District.

Q. What search terms matter most for this kind of article?

A. Useful targets include downtown Toronto lunch, Bay Street lunch, King Street West lunch, Toronto Financial District lunch, PATH lunch, and poke bowl Toronto.

Q. Should exact store opening details be included?

A. Only if those details are confirmed internally. If store status is still changing, it is safer to focus the article on downtown Toronto lunch intent and service-area relevance.

CTA

If you need a quick, flexible lunch in downtown Toronto, Pokerrito is a smart option to consider for poke bowls, sushi burritos, takeout, and weekday office meals near Bay Street and King Street West.

Why Pokerrito Is a Go-To Lunch Choice When You’re Craving Poke in Metro Vancouver

When people search for lunch in Metro Vancouver, they are usually looking for the same few things: something fresh, something convenient, and something that feels satisfying without slowing down the rest of the day. That is one reason poke continues to show up so often in local lunch searches. It fits the pace of the city, works well for office routines, and offers a flexible option for people who want more choice than a standard grab-and-go meal.

Visiting Toronto? See our companion Downtown Toronto Lunch Guide for the same lens applied to Bay Street and the Financial District.

In Burnaby? Go deeper with our Best Poke Bowls in Burnaby: A Neighbourhood Guide — a neighbourhood-by-neighbourhood look at Metrotown, Brentwood, and Big Bend.

For Pokerrito, that search behavior matters. Customers are not only typing in brand terms. They are searching phrases like “Vancouver poke bowl,” “healthy lunch Burnaby,” “quick takeout Surrey,” and “Coquitlam lunch ideas.” Those queries tell us that people want meals that feel easy, customizable, and suited to real weekday situations. A strong blog strategy should speak to those moments directly rather than only describing the brand in general terms.

Pokerrito fits naturally into that demand because the menu spans more than one lunch style. Some guests want a classic poke bowl that feels fresh and balanced. Others want a sushi burrito that is portable and easy to eat on the move. Warm options also broaden the appeal for people who want something more filling or more comforting. From an SEO perspective, this is useful because it lets one brand connect with multiple search intents while still staying within a coherent food category.

Metro Vancouver is also a strong region for location-based content. Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, and Coquitlam each have their own search behavior, but the customer mindset is often similar: where can I get a quick lunch that feels fresh and easy to order? A well-written article can capture that broader regional intent while still creating opportunities to branch into city-specific pages later. That means a Metro Vancouver guide works best as a hub article that supports more targeted posts for each city.

Another reason Pokerrito works well in this kind of content is convenience. Lunch decisions often happen fast. People searching during the day are comparing options that feel practical for pickup, quick dine-in, or delivery. Blog content that acknowledges those real use cases tends to perform better than content that stays too generic. Instead of simply saying a meal is popular, it helps to explain why it makes sense for busy weekdays, office lunch breaks, solo meals, and quick takeout.

For first-time customers, simplicity also matters. Many people are familiar with poke, but they may still want a helpful starting point when choosing between a bowl and a burrito. The best content should reduce that friction. A bowl often feels like the easiest entry point for someone who wants a fresh, buildable lunch. A sushi burrito may appeal more to someone looking for a neat handheld option. Writing with that practical guidance in mind makes the article more useful and more likely to rank for informational searches.

From a content strategy point of view, the biggest opportunity is to combine regional relevance with food intent. Instead of publishing broad promotional copy, Pokerrito can win more search visibility by creating articles around lunch situations people already search for: takeout lunch in Vancouver, healthy lunch near the office in Burnaby, quick lunch in Surrey, or poke near Burquitlam. Those phrases are closer to how people actually look for a place to eat.

The takeaway is simple. In Metro Vancouver, Pokerrito is well positioned for lunch-related search because the menu matches what people want during the workday: fresh ingredients, flexible formats, and fast ordering. When that message is packaged in useful local content, it does more than describe the brand. It helps the brand show up at the exact moment someone is deciding what to eat.

FAQ

Q. Where can I find Pokerrito in Metro Vancouver?

A. Pokerrito has locations across Metro Vancouver, including Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, and Coquitlam, which makes it easier for customers to find a nearby lunch option during work, errands, or commuting.

Q. Is Pokerrito a good lunch option in Metro Vancouver?

A. Yes. Pokerrito works well for lunch because it offers poke bowls, sushi burritos, and customizable meals that feel fresh, convenient, and satisfying for a weekday schedule.

Q. Does Pokerrito work well for takeout and delivery?

A. Yes. Pokerrito is a practical option for dine-in, takeout, and delivery, which aligns with the way many customers search for lunch during busy weekdays.

Q. What makes Pokerrito different from a typical poke spot?

A. Pokerrito stands out by offering poke bowls, sushi burritos, and warm options, giving customers more flexibility depending on how they want to eat.

Q. What keywords should a Metro Vancouver lunch blog focus on?

A. Useful keyword targets include Metro Vancouver poke bowl, Vancouver lunch, Burnaby poke, Surrey healthy lunch, Coquitlam takeout lunch, and quick office lunch.

CTA

Looking for a fresh lunch option in Metro Vancouver? Explore Pokerrito as a go-to choice for poke bowls, sushi burritos, takeout, and quick weekday meals across Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, and Coquitlam.

Best Poke Bowls in Canada. Your Complete Guide to Finding the Perfect Bowl (2026)

POKE GUIDE 2026

Where to find the best poke bowls in Canada.

Canada's best poke is concentrated in Vancouver and Toronto, where dedicated poke restaurants compete on freshness, customization, and value. Vancouver is widely considered the country's poke capital thanks to its Pacific seafood supply and a long standing Asian fusion food culture. Toronto's scene has grown quickly since 2020, with new openings every year. This guide covers where to go, what makes a bowl good, what it should cost, and how to order your first one.

Canada's two poke capitals

Vancouver

Vancouver stands out for seafood freshness and format variety. Alongside Pokerrito, which started here on Main Street in 2016, the city's well reviewed spots include Pokey Okey, The Poke Guy, and Westcoast Poke. What sets the Vancouver market apart is range: classic cold bowls, sushi burritos, and warm torched options all coexist here.

Toronto

Toronto's poke landscape is growing fast. Leading names covered by BlogTO and local guides include Pokito, ONO Poké Bar, The Poke Box, Poke Guys, and Rolltation. Pokerrito brought its Vancouver born sushi burrito format to the city's Financial District, joining a scene that keeps expanding.

What is a poke bowl, and how is it different from sushi?

A poke bowl is a Hawaiian dish of cubed raw fish, traditionally ahi tuna, served over a base with toppings like edamame, seaweed, avocado, and a sauce. The fish can be fresh and seasoned or marinated in shoyu or spicy sauces, and the bowl is built to order. Sushi is a Japanese tradition built on thin sliced fish and vinegared rice, shaped by the chef. Here is the short version.

POKE BOWL
Hawaiian. Fish cubed, fresh or marinated. Base of white rice, brown rice, greens, or kale noodle. Fully build your own, served as a bowl or wrapped as a burrito. Typically $14 to $18 in Canada.

SUSHI
Japanese. Fish sliced thin, usually plain. Vinegared sushi rice. Chef determined combinations served as nigiri, maki, or hand rolls. Typically $15 to $30 and up.

Are poke bowls healthy?

Generally yes. A poke bowl is built from whole ingredients with no deep frying, and it gives you direct control over the base, portion, and sauce. Where the calories land depends entirely on how you build it.

PROTEIN AND OMEGA 3s
Roughly 20 to 40 grams of protein per bowl depending on your choice and portion. Salmon and tuna are among the richest dietary sources of omega 3 fats, which support heart and brain health.

CALORIES
Typically 500 to 800 depending on base, toppings, and sauce. A lighter build with a salad base, tuna, and minimal sauce can come in under 500.

WHAT TO WATCH
Soy based sauces add sodium and creamy sauces add calories. Asking for sauce on the side is the easiest way to control both.

Poke also adapts well to specific diets. Go low carb with a salad or kale noodle base and extra protein, gluten free with a rice or greens base and a gluten free sauce, or fully plant based with tofu and a vegan sauce.

How to order at Pokerrito

Never ordered poke before? You have two routes: pick a signature item that is already balanced, or build your own from scratch. Here is how building your own works.

Step 1: Pick your format

A poke bowl is the classic open bowl with everything layered on top. A Pokerrito wraps the same ingredients in roasted nori with sushi rice, rolled into a handheld format. A Torched Warm Bowl swaps in flame seared proteins like miso glazed salmon or roasted chicken over rice with fresh toppings.

Step 2: Choose your base

Four options: white rice for the classic pairing, brown rice for more fibre, mixed greens or romaine for a lighter meal, or kale noodle for a low carb alternative.

Step 3: Select your protein

Nine options across raw, cooked, and plant based. Raw: fresh tuna, marinated tuna, spicy tuna, albacore tuna, and salmon. Cooked: chicken breast, shrimp, and scallops. Plant based: tofu.

Step 4: Add mix ins, sides, and toppings

This is where texture comes in. Creamy: avocado, crab meat, seaweed salad. Crunchy: crispy onion, crispy tempura, radish coins. Fresh: cucumber, edamame, sweet corn, pineapple, kale, cilantro, red cabbage, jalapeño. Umami: masago, ginger, furikake, kimchi.

Step 5: Pick your sauce

Seven house sauces. Classic Shoyu is the clean soy based starting point and Citrus Ponzu is the lighter citrus option, both vegan. Umami and Wasabi Basil are gluten free, one savoury and one with a kick. Creamy Mayo is the rich pick, Sweet Chili is sweet and tangy, and SSS is the one to work up to.

First timer tip

Not sure what to pick? Skip build your own and start with a signature Classic Poke Bowl or Classic Pokerrito. They are chef built for balance. Once you know what you like, come back and build your own.

What is a poke burrito?

A poke burrito wraps the same fresh ingredients as a poke bowl, the fish, rice, toppings, and sauce, inside a sheet of roasted nori. You get the flavours of a bowl in a format you can eat with one hand. Pokerrito built its menu around this format and is one of the few Canadian chains offering it alongside traditional bowls, in both cold Classic and flame seared Warm versions.

How much does a poke bowl cost in Canada?

A regular poke bowl typically runs $14 to $18 at dedicated poke restaurants, varying by city, protein, and portion. Some places run value days. At Pokerrito, Pokerritos start at $12.95, regular bowls at $14.95, and every Tuesday signature Pokerritos start at $10.95.

What makes a great poke restaurant?

Comparing spots? These six markers separate a good bowl from a forgettable one.

1. Fish freshness

Sashimi grade fish, visibly bright and firm, prepped daily rather than held over.

2. Customization range

At least three bases, four or more proteins, and fifteen plus toppings so you can actually build what you want.

3. Portion consistency

Standardized scoops and servings, so the bowl you get today matches the one you got last week.

4. Format options

Bowls, burritos, and warm or torched options signal a kitchen that knows the category.

5. Dietary accommodations

Vegan, gluten free, and low carb choices clearly marked on the menu, not buried.

6. Food safety systems

A central kitchen or commissary model keeps prep and handling consistent across every location.

Good to know

Is poke safe to eat?

Yes, when it is made with sashimi grade fish and handled properly. Reputable poke restaurants source fish that meets raw consumption standards. If you are pregnant or immunocompromised, check with your doctor before eating raw fish.

Can I get poke without raw fish?

Yes. Most Canadian poke restaurants offer cooked proteins. At Pokerrito you can build with chicken breast, shrimp, scallops, or tofu, or order a Torched Warm Bowl where the protein is flame seared.

What is the difference between a poke bowl and a poke burrito?

Same ingredients, different format. A bowl serves everything open. A burrito wraps it in roasted nori so you can eat it on the move.

How many calories are in a poke bowl?

Typically 500 to 800 depending on base, protein, toppings, and sauce. A salad base with tuna and light sauce can land under 500.

Try it for yourself.

Pokerrito has more than a dozen locations across Metro Vancouver, Toronto, and Mexico City, with more on the way. Find the closest one, or build your bowl online right now.

FIND A LOCATION → BUILD YOUR OWN → ORDER ONLINE →

Sources: BlogTO, TorontoBlogs, Healthline, Pokerrito Build Your Own, Pokerrito Torched Warm Bowls.

Why Pokerrito’s Hoodless Store System Is a Game Changer in the QSR Industry

Pokerrito is a hoodless QSR franchise model that operates without a commercial hood system by combining a centralized kitchen with proprietary in-store heat-finishing techniques. This reduces buildout cost dramatically, shortens opening timelines, and makes it possible to serve hot menu items — grilled beef, chicken, and torched salmon — in locations where traditional restaurants simply cannot operate.

In an industry where most QSR brands are held back by kitchen infrastructure, Pokerrito is rewriting the playbook. Here's how.

No Commercial Hood = Lower Startup Cost

A commercial hood system typically adds a massive amount of construction cost to any restaurant project, and extends permitting by several months. By eliminating it entirely, Pokerrito cuts CAPEX, accelerates store openings, and unlocks location types where hood installation is physically or legally impossible.

Most restaurant concepts require a commercial hood, which drives up:

• Construction cost — ductwork, make-up air, fire suppression systems
• Permit complexity — health, fire, and building code reviews stack up fast
• Opening timeline — often two to six extra months before revenue starts

Pokerrito eliminates all of that. The result for franchisees is lower initial investment, faster build-out, faster time-to-revenue, and access to real estate that other concepts can't even consider — malls, office towers, PATH, and airports.

In dense urban markets like Toronto PATH, where hood ventilation routing is often physically impossible, this isn't just an advantage — it's a structural moat.

Central Kitchen System = Operational Simplicity

Pokerrito operates on a central kitchen distribution model. Every key ingredient is prepped to spec, standardized across locations, and cold-chain delivered to each store.

At the store level, this means no heavy kitchen staff required, minimal food prep complexity, and consistent quality on every bowl, every day, across every location.

This simplicity dramatically reduces training time, labor cost, and human error — the three operational killers that quietly destroy most QSR franchises.

Breaking the Industry Limitation

Here's the catch most brands hit: companies that use central kitchens are almost always limited to cold foods — salads, sandwiches, grain bowls. Why? Because heat cooking requires a hood, hot-held food quality degrades fast, and reheating protocols rarely pass health inspections without proper equipment.

Pokerrito breaks that category limitation.

We serve grilled beef. Grilled chicken. Torched salmon. Warm protein bowls.

All without a commercial hood.

Proprietary System = Scalable Menu Diversity

Pokerrito has developed an internal finishing system that enables heat finishing (torch-based and controlled induction), texture preservation from cold-chain to plate, and flavor consistency across stores.

The result is a wider menu than typical poke brands, higher customer retention through repeat-visit variety, and a higher average order value — because customers aren't locked into cold options only.

Why This Matters for Franchise Growth

From a franchise perspective, the Pokerrito model changes every variable that matters:

Factor	Traditional QSR	Pokerrito
Build Cost	High	Low
Kitchen Complexity	High	Low
Staffing	Skilled cooks required	Trainable in days
Menu Flexibility	Medium	High
Real Estate Options	Limited	Broad
Scalability	Slow	Fast

Every row in that table is a compounding advantage when you're opening store number five, ten, or fifty.

Ideal Locations for This Model

Because no hood is required, Pokerrito fits into real estate that traditional restaurants cannot:

• Shopping malls — inline and food court
• Office towers and underground concourses like Toronto PATH or Montreal RÉSO
• Airports and transit hubs
• High-density urban micro-retail
• Mixed-use residential ground floors

Anywhere a kitchen hood is impossible, expensive, or restricted — Pokerrito fits.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Pokerrito require a commercial hood? No. Pokerrito operates without a commercial hood, which reduces construction cost, simplifies permitting, and opens up locations such as malls, PATH, and airports where hood ventilation is often impossible.

How does Pokerrito maintain food quality without cooking on-site? Through a central kitchen where ingredients are prepped, portioned, and cold-chain distributed, combined with proprietary in-store finishing techniques — including torch finishing for proteins like salmon.

Can Pokerrito serve hot food without a full kitchen? Yes. Pokerrito uses proprietary heat-finishing methods, including torch finishing and controlled induction, to serve warm proteins like grilled beef, chicken, and salmon — all without a commercial hood.

Why is Pokerrito easier to scale than traditional restaurants? Pokerrito reduces kitchen complexity, staffing requirements, and setup cost while maintaining menu diversity — removing the three largest barriers that slow traditional QSR franchise expansion.

What kind of real estate works best for a Pokerrito franchise? Hoodless operation lets Pokerrito thrive in malls, office towers, PATH-style underground networks, airports, and dense urban spaces where traditional kitchens are physically or legally restricted.

The Bottom Line

Pokerrito is not just another poke brand. It's a system-driven QSR model built for scalability, operational simplicity, and modern urban real estate.

If you're evaluating franchise concepts that combine low setup cost, operational simplicity, menu flexibility, and real estate versatility — Pokerrito represents a new standard in franchise design.

Ready to learn more? Explore franchise opportunities · View our menu · Find a location

Healthy Lunch Ideas: How Pokerrito Makes Clean Eating Easy

HEALTHY LUNCH GUIDE

Clean eating, built your way.

Finding a healthy lunch that actually tastes good can feel impossible. Most fast casual spots load meals with hidden calories, extra sodium, and processed ingredients. Pokerrito works differently. Every bowl and Pokerrito is built fresh in front of you from real, whole ingredients you can see and control. Counting macros, eating gluten free, or just want a filling lunch that will not weigh you down? Here is how to build it.

Why a poke bowl makes a healthy lunch

The formula is simple: a base of rice, greens, or noodles, topped with quality protein, fresh vegetables, and a light sauce. No deep frying, no heavy breading, no hidden butter. With Build Your Own, you watch every ingredient go in, so there are no surprises.

A TYPICAL POKERRITO BOWL
Around 450 to 600 calories with 25 to 40 grams of protein, depending on what you choose.

A FAST FOOD BURGER COMBO
Easily over 1,000 calories with far less to show for it. The difference is clear.

Build Your Own: four steps to a better lunch

Step 1: Choose your base

White rice, brown rice, kale noodle, or mixed greens and romaine. Brown rice adds fibre and complex carbs. Mixed greens or kale noodle keep it lighter if you are cutting carbs.

Step 2: Pick your protein

Fresh tuna, salmon, marinated tuna, spicy tuna, albacore tuna, chicken breast, scallops, shrimp, or tofu. Salmon and tuna bring omega 3 fats, chicken breast is the lean protein staple, and tofu is a solid plant based option.

Step 3: Add mix ins and sides

Load up on kale, red cabbage, cilantro, kimchi, sweet onion, and green onion. Seasonal sides like mango and tomato add natural sweetness with no added sugar.

Step 4: Finish with sauce and toppings

Citrus Ponzu and Classic Shoyu are vegan. Umami, Wasabi Basil, and Creamy Mayo are gluten free. Bold flavour without piling on calories. Then top it with edamame, avocado, seaweed salad, cucumber, sesame seeds, or masago.

Signature bowls for a quick healthy lunch

Prefer a bowl that is already balanced? These six are ready in minutes. The Classic bowls are served cold, the Torched Warm bowls are flame seared.

Hanauma (Classic)

Salmon, seaweed salad, crab meat, edamame, ginger, masago, furikake, tamago, creamy mayo, cucumbers. Well rounded, rich in omega 3s and protein.

Sunset Beach (Classic, vegan)

Fried tofu, kale, seaweed salad, avocado, sweet corn, ginger, radish coin, sesame seed, edamame, ponzu sauce, cucumbers, sweet onions. Fully plant based, with healthy fats from avocado and protein from tofu and edamame.

Hawaiian Classic (Classic)

Marinated fresh tuna, seaweed salad, sesame seeds, radish coin, pineapple, sweet corn, pea shoot, crispy tempura, classic shoyu. A traditional style poke bowl with clean, bright flavours.

Miso Glazed Salmon (Torched Warm)

Baked salmon, red cabbage, avocado, furikake, edamame, radish coins, ginger, miso glazed sauce. Protein packed and warm, with healthy fats.

Roasted Chicken (Torched Warm)

Roasted chicken, cilantro, red cabbage, avocado, furikake, edamame, radish coins, crispy onion, umami sauce. Lean protein with a satisfying crunch.

Torched Ahi Tuna (Torched Warm)

Flame torched ahi, green onion, crab meat, furikake, crispy tempura, pea shoot, edamame, radish coin, miso glazed sauce. Seared on the outside, tender inside, balanced all the way through.

Five healthy lunch hacks at Pokerrito

1. Start with brown rice or mixed greens

Brown rice adds fibre and keeps you full longer. Mixed greens cut calories while adding vitamins and minerals.

2. Double up on vegetables

Fill your mix ins with kale, red cabbage, cilantro, and green onion. Nutrient dense, zero guilt.

3. Choose lighter sauces

Citrus Ponzu and Classic Shoyu are vegan and lighter than creamy options. Umami and Wasabi Basil are gluten free with plenty of flavour.

4. Add avocado or edamame for healthy fats

Both bring heart healthy fats and keep you satisfied through the afternoon.

5. Plant based? Go Sunset Beach

It is the fully vegan signature bowl with tofu, avocado, edamame, and ponzu sauce. No modifications needed.

Bowl or Pokerrito: same ingredients, different format

Everything on the menu comes two ways: a bowl or a Pokerrito, our sushi burrito. The Classic Pokerrito wraps the same fresh ingredients in roasted nori for a handheld lunch, and the Warm Pokerrito does the same with torched proteins like miso salmon, bulgogi, roasted chicken, or spicy BBQ pork. The nutrition stays the same. It only comes down to chopsticks or hands.

Good to know

Gluten free

Pick a rice or greens base with Umami, Wasabi Basil, or Creamy Mayo sauce. Skip the soy based sauces if you are strictly gluten free.

Vegan

Order the Sunset Beach bowl, or build your own with tofu, mixed greens, and Citrus Ponzu or Classic Shoyu.

High protein

Pair chicken breast or salmon with brown rice, edamame, and avocado for a macro friendly meal with over 35 grams of protein.

Low carb

Swap rice for mixed greens or kale noodle, then load up on protein and vegetables.

Your healthiest lunch is four steps away.

Every Pokerrito across Metro Vancouver, Toronto, and Mexico City serves the same full menu with the same fresh ingredients. Build your own or grab a signature bowl, in store or for pickup and delivery.

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Poke Bowl Near Me: Find Your Nearest Pokerrito Location

STORE GUIDE

Every Pokerrito, in one place.

Searching for a poke bowl near you? Pokerrito has stores across Metro Vancouver and Toronto, one in Mexico City, and more on the way. Every location serves the same build your own poke bowls and signature Pokerritos, made to order. Here is the full list by city, with addresses, phone numbers, and store pages. For live hours and directions, the store locator at pokerrito.com/locations has everything in one map.

Where to find Pokerrito

Vancouver

Pokerrito Dunsmuir
558 Dunsmuir St, Vancouver BC V6B 1Y1 (downtown core)
(778) 379-1115 · Store page

Pokerrito Hornby
991 Hornby St, Vancouver BC V6Z 3G4 (downtown south)
(604) 620-9099 · Store page

Pokerrito Mount Pleasant
350 W 8th Ave, Vancouver BC V5Y 3X2 (Main St, where Pokerrito started in 2016)
(604) 326-2765 · Store page

Pokerrito Renfrew Village
2587 Renfrew St, Vancouver BC V5M 3M4 (East Vancouver)
(236) 480-9209 · Store page

Burnaby

Pokerrito Gilmore Station
4152 Dawson St, Burnaby BC V5C 4B1 (Gilmore and Brentwood)
(604) 299-6994 · Store page

Pokerrito Marine Way Market
7368 Market Crossing, Burnaby BC V5J 0A2 (Big Bend and Marine Way)
(236) 427-5964 · Store page

Pokerrito Station Square
6059 Silver Dr, Burnaby BC V5H 4L6 (Metrotown)
(236) 333-9298 · Store page

Coquitlam

Pokerrito Burquitlam
555 Clarke Rd, Coquitlam BC V3J 3X4 (Burquitlam Station)
(604) 934-0340 · Store page

Surrey

Pokerrito King George Hub
13639 George Junction, Unit 102, Surrey BC V3T 0R1 (King George Station)
(236) 427-8599 · Store page

Pokerrito Morgan Crossing
15775 Croydon Dr, Unit F118, Surrey BC V3S 0C5 (South Surrey)
(236) 466-2101 · Store page

Pokerrito Campbell Heights (coming soon)
2735 192 St, CRU 4, Surrey BC
Opening details to follow

Toronto

Pokerrito Commerce Court
199 Bay St, Unit C-144, Toronto ON M5L 1G5 (Financial District, PATH network)
(647) 649-1895 · Store page

Pokerrito King West (coming soon)
145 King St W, Toronto ON M5H 4G2 (Financial and Entertainment District)
Store page

Mexico City

Pokerrito Lomas de Chapultepec
Avenida Prado Norte 314, Lomas de Chapultepec, Miguel Hidalgo, 11000 Ciudad de México
+52 55 1308 3911 · Instagram

Pokerrito Condesa (coming soon)
Calle Enrique Rébsamen 4, Benito Juárez, 03000 Ciudad de México
Opening details to follow

How to order

Dine in

Walk in, build your bowl or Pokerrito at the counter, and eat it fresh on the spot.

Takeout

Order ahead online or at the counter. Your order is built fresh when you arrive.

Delivery

Order through the Pokerrito app or your favourite delivery platform, including Uber Eats, DoorDash, and SkipTheDishes. Availability varies by location.

First visit? Here is how it works.

You build your meal in four quick steps at the counter: pick a format (bowl or Pokerrito), choose a base (white rice, brown rice, kale noodle, or greens), select your protein, then add mix ins, toppings, and sauce. The whole thing takes about two minutes and everything is assembled in front of you.

Prefer not to customize? The menu also has signature Classic Poke Bowls and Torched Warm Bowls, where proteins like salmon and chicken are flame seared with a miso glaze.

Good to know

Fresh daily

Fish and ingredients are prepared fresh every morning at every location.

Built your way

Four bases, nine proteins, over 20 toppings and mix ins, and seven sauces. The combinations are yours to invent.

Bowl or Pokerrito

Same ingredients, your choice of format: a bowl, or wrapped in roasted nori as a handheld Pokerrito.

Diet friendly

Gluten free and plant based options are available at every location. Choose a rice or greens base with a gluten free sauce, or go with tofu for a vegan build.

Easy on the wallet

Regular bowls start at $14.95 and Pokerritos at $12.95, and every Tuesday signature Pokerritos start at $10.95.

Find your nearest Pokerrito.

Open seven days a week at most locations. Use the store locator for hours and directions, or order ahead right now.

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Poke Bowl vs Sushi: What’s the Difference? (And Which Should You Try?)

FOOD GUIDE

Same fresh fish. Two very different meals.

Love raw fish but cannot decide between a poke bowl and sushi? You are not alone. Both are built on high quality fish, but they differ in where they come from, how the fish is cut, what the calories are made of, and how much say you get in what lands in your meal. Here is the full breakdown, plus the option that gives you the best of both.

Origins: Hawaii vs Japan

Poke: born in Hawaii

Poke (say "poh-keh") comes from the Hawaiian word for "to slice or cut." Native Hawaiians have eaten poke for centuries, originally made with freshly caught reef fish, sea salt, seaweed, and crushed kukui nuts. Simple, fresh, and tied to island life.

Sushi: rooted in Japan

Sushi goes back over a thousand years in Japan. It started as a way to preserve fish in fermented rice and slowly evolved into the nigiri, maki rolls, and sashimi we know today. One tradition is about Hawaiian simplicity, the other about Japanese precision.

How the fish is prepared

Poke bowl

Fish is cut into thick, bite sized cubes and marinated in bold sauces like shoyu, sesame oil, or spicy mayo. The marinade works its way into the fish, so every piece carries flavour.

Sushi

Fish is sliced thin with surgical precision and served with almost no seasoning, usually just a touch of wasabi and soy sauce. The goal is to let the natural flavour and texture of the fish speak for itself.

Nutrition and calories: which is healthier?

On paper the calorie ranges overlap. The real difference is what those calories are made of.

POKE BOWL
300 to 700 calories depending on your build. More vegetables, healthy fats from avocado and sesame oil, and a bigger portion of lean protein. You decide every ingredient.

SUSHI
500 to 800 calories for a typical meal of 8 to 10 pieces of nigiri or 2 to 3 rolls. Sushi rice is seasoned with sugar and rice vinegar, and a single roll can hold up to a full cup of it. Cream cheese, tempura, and mayo based sauces add up fast.

BOTTOM LINE
Poke bowls give you more control over your nutrition. Pick brown rice or salad greens as your base, load up on vegetables, and go easy on creamy sauces, and a poke bowl is one of the healthiest fresh meals you can get.

Customization: build it your way

Poke bowl

This is where poke shines. You choose every component: base, protein, toppings, and sauce. High protein and low carb one day, a hearty rice bowl the next.

Sushi

Most sushi restaurants serve set rolls or a chef selected omakase. You can order individual pieces, but you rarely get to change what goes into each one.

At Pokerrito, customization goes one step further. Take the same fresh ingredients and roll them into a Pokerrito, our poke burrito wrapped in roasted nori, with soy paper as an option. Same bowl, handheld format.

Poke burrito: the best of both worlds

Cannot decide between a bowl and something you can eat on the go? That is exactly why the poke burrito exists. It takes everything you love about a poke bowl, the fresh fish, bold sauces, and crunchy toppings, and wraps it all up so you can take it anywhere.

It is not sushi. It is not a traditional poke bowl. It is its own category, and it is one of the things that makes Pokerrito different.

Good to know

Is a poke bowl healthier than sushi?

In most cases, yes. Poke bowls usually offer more protein and more vegetables per serving, and you control the ingredients. Sushi rice contains added sugar, and rolls often hide extra calories in cream cheese, tempura, or mayo based sauces.

What is the difference between poke and sushi rice?

Sushi rice is seasoned with rice vinegar and sugar, which makes it sticky and slightly sweet. Poke bowls can use plain steamed rice, sushi rice, brown rice, or no rice at all, with salad greens or noodles instead.

Can you get poke without raw fish?

Absolutely. At Pokerrito you can build a bowl or burrito with cooked proteins like chicken breast, shrimp, scallops, or tofu, or go for a Warm Pokerrito with torched options like bulgogi, spicy BBQ pork, or miso glazed salmon. Bold and fresh, no raw fish required.

What is a poke burrito?

A poke burrito wraps poke bowl ingredients, sushi grade fish, rice, vegetables, and sauce, inside a sheet of roasted nori, or soy paper if you prefer. Pokerrito built its menu around this format. Every one is built to order with your choice of base, protein, and over 20 toppings.

How many calories are in a poke bowl vs sushi?

A typical poke bowl runs 300 to 700 calories, while a sushi meal lands around 500 to 800 depending on the rolls. Poke bowls generally give you more protein and fibre per calorie, while sushi carries more refined carbs from sweetened rice.

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