The Ultimate Guide to Poke Bowls: LA's Favorite Healthy Meal

What Makes the Perfect Poke Bowl?

Poke bowls are everywhere these days, and honestly, we get it. There's something about digging into a bowl packed with fresh fish, rice, and all those colorful toppings that just hits different. You're getting whole grains, clean protein, vegetables, and fruit all in one satisfying meal.

At Sweetfin, we've been working on what we like to call the "California poke bowl" for years now. It's Hawaiian at heart, but we've mixed in that California creativity that makes LA food so special. We've pulled from all the amazing food cultures here in the city to create flavors that are totally our own thing.

It’s All About the Fish

But what actually makes a poke bowl great? It all comes down to the fish. We get our tuna, salmon, and albacore delivered fresh every single day from sustainable sources. We're pretty obsessive about knowing exactly where our fish comes from and how it's caught – something a lot of places can't say. That transparency matters to us, and it always will.

Poke Bowl Bases: Not Just Rice

Then there's your base. You've got options: our seasoned sushi rice (the classic), forbidden black rice (which is basically a superfood with all its fiber and antioxidants), or our bamboo rice. Want something lighter? Try our citrus kale salad with orange vinaigrette or the kelp noodle slaw – it's this amazing mix of cucumber, carrot, and cabbage with our homemade sesame mayo that somehow makes you forget you're eating healthy.

Small Batch Sauces

Here's where we really geek out though – our sauces. Everything from our yuzu ponzu to our creamy togarashi gets made in house, in small batches. The goal isn't to drown the fish but to make those delicate flavors pop. Add some avocado, crispy onions, seaweed salad, and you've got this perfect mix of textures and nutrients.

Whether you're trying poke for the first time or you're already obsessed, our Build Your Own Bowl setup lets you create exactly what you want. Come check us out at any of our LA spots – we're changing what healthy fast food looks like around here.