Big Island Poke x Mochinut

Big Island Poke x Mochinut

Reviews Summary

The consensus is overwhelmingly positive, with most reviews praising the fresh, delicious poke bowls, generous portions, and creative menu options including mochi donuts and boba tea. Staff are consistently described as friendly, helpful, and attentive. The bright, clean atmosphere is frequently highlighted, though parking is noted as challenging. Customizable bowls, reasonable pricing, and quality ingredients receive high marks. A few reviewers found the food just okay or had isolated issues (like spoiled milk), but the majority highly recommend the restaurant and plan to return.

About This Listing

Who Can Visit?

Most donut shops welcome all ages—perfect for families and kids
Some locations offer sit-down areas, while others are grab-and-go
No prior ordering knowledge needed—staff can help you choose flavors
Casual dress is welcome—some shops may have outdoor seating
Allergy-friendly options may be available (ask in advance)
Group orders and celebrations welcome—pre-orders may be required

*Note: Seating, menu, and accessibility may vary by shop. Contact your local spot for details.*

First-Time Visitors

First-time guests can simply walk in and browse the display or menu. Staff are happy to offer recommendations and explain specialty flavors. Some shops even offer sample bites or combo deals for newcomers.

Common Considerations:

Allergens Some donuts may contain nuts, dairy, or gluten—always ask if unsure
Availability Popular flavors can sell out early, especially on weekends

*Note: Menus and specials may vary. Ask staff or check online for daily options.*

What to Bring

Cash or card—most donut shops accept both, but some are cashless
Phone or camera—perfect for snapping and sharing your sweet finds
Appetite! Fresh donuts are best enjoyed warm and on the spot

*Note: Payment methods and policies vary by location. Check signage or ask staff.*

Preparing for Your Visit

Check store hours and peak times—early visits offer the best selection
Call ahead for large orders or special boxes
Bring friends or coworkers—sharing a dozen is half the fun
Dress casually—many shops are walk-up counters or offer outdoor seating
Leave pets at home unless it’s a pet-friendly location
Check for limited-time flavors, holidays specials, or preorder events
Set a treat budget if you’re shopping with kids
Bring a reusable bag or box if buying in bulk

*Note: Each shop may offer different experiences—check social media for updates.*

How to Get Started

Most shops accept walk-ins! For custom orders, pre-ordering is best. Ask about gift boxes or subscription options.

Other Helpful Info

Visits usually take 10–30 minutes, unless you're sitting down to enjoy
Weekends can be busier—plan ahead for quicker service
Seasonal or limited-edition donuts often rotate monthly
Some locations offer donut decorating kits or workshops
Gift cards, boxes, and party platters are often available

*Note: Features, pricing, and offerings vary by donut shop. Always check ahead.*

Contact Information

Address

74 Snelling Ave S

St Paul, Minnesota 55105

Hours

Monday 11AM-8PM
Tuesday 11AM-8PM
Wednesday 11AM-8PM
Thursday 11AM-8PM
Friday 11AM-8PM
Saturday 11AM-8PM
Sunday 11AM-8PM

Customer Reviews

Yum! Yum! This place is very clean with great lighting. Parking isn't the greatest but there's not much they can do about that. Food was yummy! I'm on a somewhat keto diet and they had a variety of choices for me to make a satisfyingly full meal. I did not try their teas, mochi donuts, or original hotdogs/mozzarella due to my diet but my nieces REALLY liked them. Service was efficient, knowledgable, and pleasant.

I got some food to go,, and it was great. The location is apparently new, and the food was fresh. I got two poke bowls, fried shrimp and fried octopus. It was very good. The place looked reasonably clean, and the service was great. I am definitely coming back.

If you?re in St. Paul, this spot is a must-visit! Located right next to Macalester College, it?s a favorite for my family?my kids absolutely love it. The mochinut and bubble tea consistently excellent, and their poke bowl is incredibly fresh and flavorful. Highly recommend!

Large, delicious poke bowls! I ordered the namesake Big Island Poke Bowl, and it was packed with delicious tuna and salmon, and had great flavors throughout. Was a little more expensive than I was expecting but it's packed with great ingredients.

Cute place, horrible parking space. Food was ok for the price. I wish they would?ve had more meat in the poke bowls. (I had the big island bowl). It was clean inside and the ambience with the lighting choices made it bright and fun. Overall, I wouldn?t go back again unless there were no other options.

The food was fresh and there are some hot food options. You've gota try the Takoyaki, they're delicious! Also great options if you're on a keto diet, just get salad, plain fish and ask for some salt and sesame oil if you are not too worried. We top it off with some fresh Mochinut and even bought a dozen home to share with family. Staff are friendly. The atmosphere is light and bright ??

My new favorite poke spot in the Twin Cities! The poke bowls were fresh and delicious with generous portions. The service was great and they were very knowledgeable about which ingredients were gluten-free and what precautions to take to avoid cross-contact. They had many GF sauce options and toppings. Can't wait to go back again soon!

This place is amazing! The store is spotless, with helpful staff and a modern atmosphere. I always stop by every Tuesday after class with my kids for their delicious mochi donuts and Thai tea. I highly recommend it!

Yummy poke bowls, cool drinks on a H O T day. Great location. Super genuine, attentive and friendly staff, and the donuts were a great treat at the end of our meal. Enjoyable background music. We?ll be stopping here again when we are in the area. Happy to have found a poke place open on a Sunday.

Went for their grand opening. The store was crowded as expected. Their poke bowls were above average. The owner (I think) was very nice, very attentive. We git a couple of bowls from the set menu and a couple of boba tea cups (with free mochi donuts for that night). Will come again. Parking might be difficult though.

The signature bowl is about $20 and it's very filling. I could probably eat it all but I would be uncomfortably full so I have a little left-overs. The ingredients were fresh. Service was very fast. As fast as Jimmy John's.

The Volcano Bowl was really tasty, reasonably-priced and as an aspiring gym bro who minds their protein intake, contained a lot of protein. Also the staff were very kind and welcoming, the space was clean and bright. The mochi donuts were delicious and perfectly chewy and not at all stale. We tried the strawberry vanilla flavor and thought it was really adorable that they put little hearts on it for the holiday. I'd eat there again. :-)

Absolutely love the donuts! I also had the takoyaki, the flavors bring me back to Japan! So good, I will absolutely be a repeat customer!

My favorite poke bowl in town! Very helpful staff. It?s also great that they have rice hot dogs & mochi donuts because our children don?t want to eat poke bowls every other day like me. Kids say: amazing bubble tea!

I'm so glad a poke restaurant has opened in my neighborhood! Quick service, great options for toppings, and never disappointed by the website functionality. The Mochinuts are a new fav amongst my coworkers as well!

Parking is pretty terrible but the poke bowls were fantastic! Protein portions were on par with the price and the toppings were the key to making a really tasty custom bowl. I hope they don?t change the structure of the ordering, it?s nice to be able to load up on the veggies!

Poke and appetizers are delicious, the staffs were very helpful and friendly. A great place to stop hy to grab a quick bite of food and desserts.

Got a choose-your-own bowl including Ahi and shrimp and mango. Things look and taste very fresh . The place is clean and bright. Staff are efficient and friendly. Most bowls are $15-16. Very large servings.

If we?re comparing the food to the reviews written by what seems to be friends/workers of the restaurant, it doesn?t meet the standards of what is said. Went here a couple times since they opened and the rice was bland and dry both times I?ve gone. Same for the spicy tuna. First time I went, it was crazy loud due to a bigger group so it was hard to dine in. I ended up getting a lid to go home and eat. Just a bad copycat of Poke House. Food is bland and service is whatever. Nothing special.

I will be going back! I got a brown sugar milk tea that was the perfect amount of sweet, a fresh coffee biscoff mochi donut, and a build your own poke bowl! I have no complaints! I love the concept of building your own poke bowls and they have lots of toppings available. The staff is all very friendly and they did well with it being busy.

I love to customize my poke bowl with all those yummy ingredients and toppings! The appetizers are such a menu bonus. And the donuts are fresh! Super clean restaurant with friendly staff too.

OMG! I had my Salmon Bowl today. it was so delicious and healthy ...! highly recommended. you won't disappointed. place is super clean and Staff is great service! definitely come back with all my co-worker.

The poke bowls here are so heavenly! A very fair price to ask in this economy as well. Best I?ve had in Saint Paul

The space is stunning with bright fun colors. Service with a smile and the staff are able to answer any questions and help you make a delicious lunch. The options that this store offers for food is great! The poke is extremely fresh, the mochi donuts add an option for dessert and wash it all down with a boba tea! My favorite is the options for sides they offer gyoza, spring rolls and more. If you haven?t checked out Big Island Poke yet you are missing out.

Delicious and so fresh. Appreciate the large portion sizes. New go-to Poke place! Love the volcano bowl.

Amazing poke bowls and mochi donuts. The food is fresh, healthy, and prepared to order. Get the volcano bowl if you like spice.

Our new favorite spot! My boyfriend loved the volcano bowl. I got a create my own with the shoyu tuna and the sweet sesame sauce, so yummy! We decided to get donuts and boba as our sweet treat after dinner. The coffee biscoff was a 10/10. The peach mango boba was also great! We will be back!

Got a 6 pack of mochi donuts and they were delicious. My daughter loves donuts and is a connoisseur of sorts and deemed this our new donut spot! Great addition to the neighborhood!

Great new place! Delicous food and fantastic enviro nment. The staff were efficient, friendly, and very helpful answering my questions as I created a custom bowl from all the options. Highly recommend!

Delicious and fresh! I?ll definitely be back

The food was excellent, the staff were very helpful in explaining each dish, and the atmosphere is great !!! Ohhhhh and you MUST try the donuts !!!!

Great new spot! One-stop-shop for a healthier-than-average quick bite, good milk tea, and great mochi donuts.

Love them. I go here often and they are always stellar.

The service has been great all the times I?ve been and I love the selection of protein and toppings.

The matcha drank we ordered had spoiled milk. I literally threw up.

Place is amazing, perfect location by Mac. So excited to have a MochiNut here!

Quick and very good service. Clean and nice inviting environment.

I got a custom poke bowl and I loved the takoyaki.

The staff member was nice, but the food was just okay

My wife and daughters new favorite spot for Poke

The food and service was great. I really liked the Mochinuts.

Build your own bowl is great!

Great food only surpassed by the amazing staff.

Welcoming staff, cozy interior, creative flavors and menu

Excellent- we will definitely be back!

Fresh, delicious and friendly staff.

Amazing spot for poke!

First time here and let me tell you................i have something to say I dont normally do reviews but i couldnt not with this one............All around great expierence we got two of the build your own bowls and they were both amazing! Taste wise and quality/quanity of ingredients were top notch. I have had a few poke bowls in my life and this one by far exceeded expectations.

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