Island Fin Poke Sarasota

The food is delicious and plentiful! The staff is always friendly. Definitely recommend if you’re in the area, must stop in!

A bit pricey but not as bad as some other similar places. Good gluten and dairy free options.Dietary restrictions: A lot of gluten and dairy free options

As you start, the staff is amazing at walking you through each option whether it's your first time or if it's been a while. I've attached photos from a few of our visits, as we love it there.On one occasion, I embarked on my poke journey with a base of hearty brown rice, a choice that promised both sustenance and a subtle nutty undertone. I opted for a combo of two scoops of Ahi Tuna and a scoop of the tantalizing Shrimp Ceviche, offering a delightful contrast between the familiar and the novel. For mix-ins, I chose Furikaki and Edamame, adding a crunch and freshness to each bite, while the OG Veggies—a mix of Sweet Onions and jalapeños marinated in a blend of Shoyu, sesame and olive oils, and rice vinegar—brought a deep, complex flavor that was both zesty and comforting.The Wicked Wahine sauce, a dance of sweet and heat, painted my bowl with bold strokes of coconut palm sugar, lime juice, sambal olek chili garlic paste, and shoyu. For toppings, I opted for the tangy Pickled Ginger, sweet Pineapple, and the toasty crunch of Crispy Garlic, Crispy Onions, Sesame Seeds, Toasted Coconut lightly spiced with Togarashi, and Wonton Strips. The finishing touch was a duo of sauces: the spicy, sweet Ono Ono and the savory Togarashi, creating a flavorful crescendo.My husband Jason’s bowl began with a classic white rice base, a blank canvas for the flavors to come. His protein choice was a harmonious blend of Tuna and Salmon, with an extra helping of Tuna. Furikaki was his mix-in of choice, adding a traditional Japanese flavor.The Ponzu sauce, a gluten-free soy sauce mixed with fresh citrus, lent a bright and tangy note to his bowl. His toppings included the fresh, crisp Seaweed Salad, the briny pop of Masago, and the punchy Togarashi, all rounded off with the crunch of Sesame Seeds and Tempura Crisps.This combination created a delightful interplay of textures and flavors, balancing the richness of the seafood with zesty and crunchy elements.Together, we explored the range of tea, lemonade, and soda options. The Cola Lite, Root Beer, and especially the Cucumber Soda provided a refreshing counterpoint to our meal's richness. I love that unlike traditional cola, this had more a spiced note to it, giving it an unexpected edge to it that I really enjoyed.The Sweet Tea stood out for its authentic tea flavor, beautifully balanced with just the right amount of sweetness, while the lemonades were light and invigorating, not overly sweet, which perfectly cooled our palates from the spice and robust flavors in our bowls.As we neared the end of our meal, we were pleasantly surprised with a sample of the Dole Whip swirl. While my husband was quite satiated, I couldn't resist indulging in this sweet treat, reminiscent of the cherished Nokomis Groves orange ice cream. Sharing this nostalgic moment with the owner, we each expressed our sadness at its loss. Remarking how while nothing will ever replace the original, it was wonderful to have the Dole Whip option.

Not sure how this place has a 4.7The rice wasn’t fully cooked. I got things in my bowls I didn’t order, and missing things I did. Overall it was the worst poke bowl I’ve had, very

Good selection of toppings, but unfortunately even with 4 different sauces piled on it lacked a lot of flavour and salt. Combined with a couple pieces of tuna that tasted fishy, overall was underwhelming.