Me So Poke
North Austin, Austin
Bar in Austin, United States
Book with PearlWhy go
Me So Poke is a north Austin poke spot on Parmer Lane, suited to quick lunches for the tech-corridor crowd rather than a destination meal. Pricing and hours aren't confirmed publicly, so verify before visiting. If you've been once and liked it, the main reason to return is convenience; it's one of the few fast-casual options in this part of the city.
About Me So Poke
Quick Verdict
Me So Poke is a poke bowl spot on the north side of Austin, sitting at 1700 W Parmer Lane; convenient if you're in the tech corridor around Domain or Parmer Lane, less so if you're coming from south Austin. With almost no public data on pricing, hours, or a current menu, this is a venue you'll want to verify directly before making a trip. That said, poke as a category runs casual and affordable in Austin, typically landing between $12 and $18 per bowl, if Me So Poke follows that pricing, it fits squarely into the quick-lunch or easy weeknight tier rather than a destination dinner.
What to Expect If You've Been Before
If you visited once and liked it, the case for returning is direct: poke bowls in Austin have gotten more competitive over the past couple of years, with newer spots adding more customisation and fresher sourcing. The question worth asking on a return visit is whether Me So Poke has kept pace; specifically on protein variety and rice or base options, which tend to be the differentiators in this category. The Parmer Lane location puts it near a dense cluster of office campuses, which means the lunch crowd is real and timing matters. Arriving closer to 11:30 AM or after 1:30 PM will generally get you a shorter wait and fresher prep than the 12–1 PM rush.
On outdoor seating: the address at a strip-style north Austin retail location makes a dedicated terrace or rooftop unlikely, though the area has enough open parking and low-density surroundings that the immediate environment is more open than a downtown Austin spot would be. If outdoor dining matters to you, venues like Aba Austin offer confirmed terrace seating in a more deliberate setting. For a casual poke run, outdoor seating is rarely the deciding factor, but worth confirming with the venue before you go.
How Me So Poke Fits Austin's Dining Scene
Austin's north side has a shortage of sit-down casual dining that doesn't require a car trip to the Domain proper. Me So Poke fills a practical gap for the Parmer Lane working crowd. For broader Austin dining options, see our full Austin restaurants guide, and if you're exploring the city's bar and nightlife side, our full Austin bars guide has the current picks. Nearby, Nickel City is worth knowing about for a post-meal drink, Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Slaughter Lane is a reasonable next stop if you're making an evening of it in this part of town. For hotels nearby, our Austin hotels guide covers the closest options to the Domain area.
Planning details
- Location
- 1700 W Parmer Ln, Austin, TX 78727
- Website
- mesopoke.com
- Phone
- +1 512 614 4087
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Me So Poke reads like a modern, no-frills answer to Austin’s quick-lunch demand. Located on Parmer Lane amid strip-mall practicality, the shop leans into an efficient, build-your-own model: raw fish over rice or greens, toppings layered to order and sauces applied at the counter. The tone is contemporary and utilitarian rather than decorative — a place more about speed, customization and clean flavors than about atmosphere. Its presentation nods to Hawaiian poke and mainland hybridization, but in practice it’s streamlined for a busy, tech-oriented neighborhood where convenience and straightforward quality matter most.
Best For
This is a spot tailored to short lunch windows and people who want a customizable, lighter-protein meal without fuss. It suits commuters and workers from nearby tech campuses who need a fast, fillable bowl to eat at a desk or take back to the office. It also works for small groups who want something informal and shareable by way of individual build-your-own bowls. Me So Poke is not pitched as a special-occasion destination — it’s best when you’re prioritizing speed, choice and a cleaner, quick meal.
Ordering Tips
Order with the counter flow in mind: pick a base (rice or greens), choose your protein and then layer toppings before finishing with a sauce at the counter. The description emphasizes sashimi-style raw fish and on-the-spot assembly, so be ready to specify the level of customization you want. Because the format "travels well," consider takeout if your lunch window is tight. Expect fast counter service rather than table service, and plan to move through the line quickly by deciding your base, protein and sauce choices upfront.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual, modern quick-service environment focused on fresh Hawaiian cuisine.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by 10pm
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- The Roosevelt Room; Notable alternative
- Nickel City; Notable alternative
- DuMont's Down Low; Notable alternative
- Eden Cocktail Room; Notable alternative
- Half Step; Notable alternative
Bar context
Comparing Me So Poke directly to Austin cocktail bars like The Roosevelt Room, Nickel City, DuMont's Down Low, Eden Cocktail Room, and Half Step is an apples-to-oranges exercise; Me So Poke is a casual poke bowl restaurant, not a bar or cocktail venue. If you're choosing between a quick lunch at Me So Poke and a sit-down meal elsewhere on the north side, Me So Poke wins on speed and simplicity.
If the goal is an evening out rather than a weekday lunch, the cocktail venues above are the right frame of reference. The Roosevelt Room is the pick for a serious cocktail experience with a longer menu and a more considered atmosphere. Nickel City is the better call if you want something unpretentious with cold beer and no fuss. Half Step works well for outdoor drinking when the weather is good. None of these overlap meaningfully with what Me So Poke offers, which makes the decision easy: if you want poke, Me So Poke; if you want a drink-led evening, pick from the bar list above.
For a broader view of where Me So Poke sits relative to Austin's full dining and drinks scene, our Austin restaurants guide, our Austin bars guide, our Austin wineries guide, and our Austin experiences guide give you the current landscape. If you're curious how Austin's casual dining compares to what's happening in other cities, Julep in Houston, Jewel of the South in New Orleans, and Bar Leather Apron in Honolulu show the range of what's worth travelling for in the broader region.
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Compare Me So Poke
| Venue | Awards | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Me So Poke | No published awards | Easy |
| The Roosevelt Room | 2026 Pinnacle GuideTop 500 Bars 2025 · #305Pearl Recommended Bars | Unknown |
| Nickel City | 2026 North America's 50 Best Bars · #96Top 500 Bars 2026 · #433Tales Spirited Awards 2026 - Best U.S. Bar Team presented by William Grant & Sons - Best U.S. Bar Team presented by William Grant & Sons (Top 10 Nominee)2025 North America's 50 Best Bars · #70Top 500 Bars 2025 · #406 | Unknown |
| DuMont's Down Low | Pearl Recommended Bars | Unknown |
| Eden Cocktail Room | Pearl Recommended Bars | Unknown |
| Half Step | Pearl Recommended Bars | Unknown |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Me So Poke have happy hour deals?
No happy hour deals are documented for Me So Poke. As a fast-casual poke spot on W Parmer Lane, the format doesn't typically lend itself to drink specials the way a bar or full-service restaurant would. For happy hour in north Austin, The Roosevelt Room or Half Step are better fits.
What's the crowd like at Me So Poke?
Expect a largely weekday lunch crowd from the tech and office corridor near the Domain. Me So Poke at 1700 W Parmer Lane draws people looking for a fast, filling meal rather than a social scene. It's casual, quick, skews toward solo diners and small work groups.
Is the food good at Me So Poke?
For north Austin poke, it's a practical choice. The format is build-your-own bowl, which means quality depends partly on what you order, but the location fills a real gap in sit-down-optional, fast-casual dining near the Domain. It's not a destination meal, but it delivers on what it promises.
Is Me So Poke good for groups?
It works for small groups, particularly work lunches of 3–5 people. The build-your-own format keeps everyone happy without negotiating a shared menu. For larger groups wanting a proper sit-down experience, north Austin doesn't offer many better casual options at this price tier.
Is Me So Poke good for a date?
Not the call for a date. The fast-casual format at 1700 W Parmer Lane is better suited to a quick weekday lunch than an evening out. For a date in Austin, you'd want something with more atmosphere and a drinks program; Me So Poke doesn't offer that.
What's the signature drink at Me So Poke?
No drinks menu or signature beverages are documented for Me So Poke. As a fast-casual poke spot, the focus is on bowls rather than beverages. If drinks are a priority, this isn't the venue; look elsewhere for that.
