Gotta Catch This Poke

It may be time to stop calling poke bowls just a trend. At Corner 11 Bowl & Wrap, diving into the raw fish craze is more like a way of life. For owner Thiwaporn Sirisuwan, the beloved Hawaiian specialty was a way to bring something unexpected, healthy and fresh to Clevelanders. Sure, poke bowls have popped up on menus across town, but Corner 11 Bowl & Wrap distinguishes itself by letting customers customize bowls similar to Chipotle. Pick a size — small ($8.50), medium ($11.50) or large ($14.50) — and build your bowl from the bottom up. Start with a base of sushi rice, midnight rice or mixed greens. Then layer in proteins such as raw tuna and salmon or even cooked shrimp, scallops, chicken and fried tofu. To add plenty of texture and taste, get creative with the toppings — we’re fans of avocado, seaweed salad, mango, pineapple, edamame and cilantro. For your final decision, it’s all about the dressing. With seven options to choose from, you can go bold with the spicy sauce or play it safe with the yum yum option. For those looking for something a little more portable, try the pokirito ($8.50), all that you love about poke bowls wrapped up in tortilla. Any way you build it, it’s a fresh take that’s quickly becoming a tasty habit. Corner 11 Bowl & Wrap, 2391 W. 11th St., Cleveland, 216-713-1757