Da Poke Shack

Top choice in Kailua-Kona


Poke is a local specialty that blends ceviche and sushi: raw, marinated cubes of fish mixed with soy sauce, sesame oil, chilies, seaweed and…well, really, the sky’s the limit. The point is, poke is wonderful, and Da Poke Shack is the spot to get it. You'll be eating at a picnic table or, better, bring it to the beach.


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