Pokai comes across as a welcoming and cozy spot where poke bowls and banh mi are consistently fresh and flavorful, with generous portions and solid value. The ambiance is relaxed and beachy, with warm wood accents that make it easy to study, chat with friends, or grab a quick bite. Service is repeatedly praised for speed and friendliness, with the staff and the overall vibe described as welcoming. The menu highlights salmon poke bowls and banh mi, along with shrimp tempura rolls, earning many mentions as standouts, and many reviewers call the banh mi one of the best in Montreal. A rare note of disappointment mentions a grilled chicken bowl where the vegetables were not fresh and the marinade tasted off. Overall, Pokai is regarded as a top choice for poke and banh mi in Montreal, offering tasty, fresh food at fair prices and an atmosphere that keeps people coming back for both quick lunches and longer hangouts with friends.
Pokai is a charming place! The decor is thoughtful & the wood-paneling makes for a cozy space. The service is rapid & the owner is always so so welcoming. Both the poke bowls & the banh mi are consistently fresh & delicious, & the prices are fair. I wholeheartedly recommend for a quick bite or a longer lunch with friends!!
The food was really good & the price is more than reasonable for the banh mi! The ambiance & decor is really nice, & the bathroom was clean. I hope I'll come again
Jan 12, 2026
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Super expérience! Banh mi délicieux, personnel très accueillant & plein de joie, service rapide & impeccable, décor joli & paisible, & surtout enfin un restaurant avec des prix raisonnables! Parfait pour les étudiants. Allez y en grand nombre!
A wonderful spot! Staff friendly & efficient, very clean, nice, decor. All the food is fresh, tasty & generous portions!!!Love this place! A spot you'll want to visit & once you've tried it you will want to go back again & again!!! Next time I'll take pictures of the food too!😋
I love this place! I walked in to the warmest welcome & service. I love the decor, gave me relaxed surfer vibes. The salmon poke bowl was so fresh & delicious. I love the sauce they use. So many places are all about the mayo (& I love a good mayo), but this place had to most delicious soy style sauce & I was in heaven! It's easily my number one spot for poke now. I can't wait to go back. You gotta try this place!
Dès notre arrivée, l'accueil était absolument chaleureux ✨?
Que dire du décor & de l'ambiance, l'endroit est tout simplement magnifique !
Nous avons pris des Banh Mi au porc, un poké au thon & du café ! Agréable surprise, tout est très bon!
Je recommande ??
I had the salmon poke bowl & it was the BEST poke bowl I've ever had! Also, a perfect option for people with gluten intolerance! The ingredients are high quality, fresh, delicious, & the sauce he used in the poke bowl was unlike anything I've had before. Everything was very thoughtful, from the atmosphere & decor in the shop to the food itself. The owner is also a friendly & lovely person! This place is a CDN must-visit!
Jan 6, 2025
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Stopped in for a quick & tasty Báhn Mì (pork special.) Bun was crisp & fresh, filling nicely balanced. Friendly staff. Quick service. The interior is punctuated with random Asian & beach themed decor, touches of corrugated metal cladding, wood, & simple high bar stools, it is clean & comfortable, reminiscent of a beach hut or easy shop stand. tip: no fresh chilis were added into my sandwich but their really delicious housemade spicy hot sauce made up for that in spades! A little goes a long way & my mouth is watering thinking of it - if you do enjoy some heat, don't forget to ask for it!
Place réconfortante & super bien décorée. La cuisine est formidable, les produits sont frais & préparés devant nous. Les deux monsieurs sont d'une gentillesse rare. On s'y sent comme chez soi. Je recommande à 100% !
