Poke Burgers

What is Poke Burgers? Operating out of the bustling World Food Market at 335 Yonge Street, Poke Burgers is the brainchild of co-founders Cesar Mandujano and Julian Tangarife Munoz, born from a deadlock debate over whether to get poke bowls or smash burgers for dinner. The open-air counter replaces standard brioche buns with deep-fried, panko-crusted crispy rice patties packed with fresh seafood toppings. Seating is strictly casual market-style, featuring open-air communal picnic benches amidst the foot-traffic energy of Yonge and Gould.

Poke Burgers Menu & What to Order Every build starts with twin golden-fried rice buns layered with rich crab salad, sliced avocado, black sesame seeds, and a trio of house sauces: cilantro crema, spicy mayo, and sweet unagi eel glaze. The Salmon Poke Burger is the standout order, pairing fresh salmon sashimi directly against the piping-hot crunch of the crispy rice bun. The citrus-marinated Tuna Poke Burger offers a bright, soy-forward profile, while the Crispy Shrimp Poke Burger serves as a reliable, fully cooked handheld crunch fest.

Know Before You Go This is an outdoor food-stall setup that operates on a walk-up-only basis, meaning lines form quickly during prime student lunch rushes and weekend evenings. Skip driving and take the TTC to Dundas or Queen station, both just a short walk away from the market courtyard. Keep an eye on weather conditions and their social updates for daily operating times, as the outdoor stall format follows open-air market hours.