Even the base options highlight poke's flexibility. Sushi bowls stay loyal to vinegared rice, a hallmark of Japanese tradition. Poke bowls branch out with choices like kale, greens, quinoa ...

A new Hawaiian restaurant is establishing itself in Modesto as only California’s second location.

A family-owned Meridian restaurant beloved by customers plans to close soon. Poke Bowl, a counter-service concept in a strip mall at 2970 N. Eagle Road, will say goodbye to customers in March.

The menu blends Hawaiian poke with the ideas of Japanese chirashi bowls — chirashi translates to “scattered” and is a dish of fish, veggies, and rice. So don’t be surprised by other ...