Poke nachos have just been dropped at Pono Hawaiian Grill and we had to try them.
The downtown Santa Cruz location added them to the lineup and we talked with the chef about this new addition.
What's In It
Fresh made nachos. Their own sauce. An ample amount of poke on top.
That is the whole idea and it works. Crunchy, creamy, and fresh in every bite.
The poke is the star, and Pono knows poke. Their fresh island poke bowls are built on recipes straight from owner Timmy's home island of Maui, so this is not a poke topping thrown on as an afterthought. It is the same fresh, island style approach that Pono is known for, now sitting on a pile of crispy nachos.
It is also made for sharing. Grab a few friends, set it in the middle of the table, and dig in.
The Happy Hour Move
During happy hour, the poke nachos are $20.
That is one more reason Pono has one of the best happy hours in Santa Cruz. Add in the island style cocktails and craft beer and you have a solid early evening sorted.
Heads up: gift cards cannot be used during happy hour, so plan to pay another way.
Head to Pono and grab some poke.
Don't miss out.
📍 Pono Hawaiian Grill | 120 Union St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
