A traditional Hawaiian dish, poke bowl has gained in popularity in recent years due to its simplicity, freshness and variety. The name "poke" means "to cut into pieces" in Hawaiian, which perfectly describes this healthy dish, made with cubes of marinated raw fish, served over rice and accompanied by fresh vegetables and fruit.
Generally made with a base of white or brown rice - but you can also choose a different base, such as bulgur or salad; the poke bowl is then topped with raw fish (usually salmon, tuna or sea bream), fresh fruit and vegetables such as grated carrots, cucumbers, avocado and mango, as well as a multitude of toppings such as fresh herbs, sesame seeds, bean sprouts or seaweed.
Let's face it, the poke bowl is the ideal dish to welcome the return of the sun with open arms. Affordable, easy to eat on the go, fresh, healthy and nutritious, poke bowls are a treat for young and old alike, with recipes that can be customized to suit individual tastes and nutritional needs.
Since this Hawaiian specialty first hit the streets of Paris, a number of new outlets have sprung up here and there. It's not easy to find your way around, especially as not all these restaurants are created equal. So, to help you find your way around, here are our top addresses for restaurants where you can eat a good poke bowl in Paris!
Jōyō, Asian-American fusion cuisine at Opéra
Jōyō unveils Asian-American fusion cuisine a stone's throw from the Opéra Garnier. [Read more]
Kibo No Ki, the Japanese ramen and pokebowl restaurant where you try on kimonos
Kibo No Ki is a good Japanese restaurant a stone's throw from the Madeleine in the 9th arrondissement, offering delicious ramen and poke bowls, as well as the opportunity to try on kimonos at the end of the meal. If you're looking to treat yourself and spend an original moment, here's a spot that's sure to win you over. [Read more]
Canal Poké, healthy and original poke bowls
Japanese-inspired poke bowls can be found at Canal Poké. Generous, tasty and healthy, these bowls are served with a little miso soup before finishing with a gourmet pastry. [Read more]
Pokawa, the address for poké bowls in the 11th arrondissement
Pokawa, the master of poké bowls in Paris, has just opened a fourth restaurant in the lively Oberkampf district. A new landmark for fans of their ultra-colorful, ultra-fresh poké bowls. [Read more]
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