Da Poke Man’s food truck is dedicated to bringing the authentic taste of traditional Hawaiian poke to the Bay Area. Unlike many other places that load their poke with toppings, Da Poke Man stays true to the Hawaiian roots, letting the quality and freshness of the fish speak for itself. Inspired by the poke found in Hawaii’s local markets like Foodland, Alicia’s, or Tamashiro Market, this food truck offers a no-frills, fresh-to-order poke experience that’s just as good, if not better, than what you’ll find on the islands. Whether you catch the truck at Oracle Park during SF Giants home games or at various food truck events like Off The Grid, Soma Street Food Park, Food Truck Mafia, or Moveable Feast, Da Poke Man ensures that every bite takes you back to Hawaii. Follow them on social media for weekly schedules and special events, and get ready to savor the true taste of Hawaiian poke.
Chef Raphael Serrano discovered his culinary passion as a child, watching his parents cook and taking mental notes on how different spices transformed the taste of food. This early fascination led him to experiment in the kitchen and realize that cooking was not just a hobby, but a true passion that provided him solace and relief from stress. In 2001, he took a significant step towards honing his craft by enrolling in the California Culinary Academy, where he expanded his culinary knowledge beyond Filipino cuisine to explore global flavors.
From 2002 onwards, Chef Raphael Serrano trained in several prestigious establishments, including Duke’s Waikiki, Waikiki Beach Marriott, and Hilton Hotel. Despite a detour into a career as an Industrial Electrician, Chef Raphael never lost his love for cooking. After many years of hard labor, he returned to the kitchen to pursue his passion full-time, launching his own catering and private chef business.
Chef Raphael is particularly passionate about traditional Hawaiian poke, a dish he fell in love with during his time in Hawaii. Disappointed by the lack of authentic poke in the Bay Area, he made it his mission to bring the true Hawaiian poke experience to his community. He now serves fresh-to-order poke at Oracle Park during San Francisco Giants home games, with stands on the promenade, club, and field club levels of one of the most iconic stadiums in sports. Recently, he also expanded his reach by opening a stand on the club level at Cal Berkeley Stadium, further cementing his impact in the world of sports dining.
Follow him on Instagram and Facebook @da_poke_man for weekly schedules, special events, and a taste of the real Hawaiian poke.
