Steve’s Poké Bar

About Steve’s Poké Bar

Canadian poké brand Steve’s Poké Bar was founded in 2017 by Steve Hunyh, who was born in a Malaysian refugee camp as a result of the Vietnam War. His parents were sponsored to Canada, and he spent much of his life growing up between Vancouver and Honolulu.

Steve’s Poké Bar was born when Steve and his wife, Camy, wanted to share their love of Hawaiian poké with fellow Vancouverites. Following a trip to Hawaii in 2010, before which Camy did not eat raw fish, Steve introduced Camy to the local Hawaiian lifestyle, including poké.

The company said: “Before 2016, poké was almost unheard of in Vancouver. Now, it is amazing to see Steve's childhood comfort food grow and evolve from fusion flavours to poké burritos. How is Steve’s Poké Bar different? Steve wanted to preserve the method and traditional way of serving authentic Hawaiian poké, the way he grew up with poké, with the option of adding various toppings to complete a healthy meal.

“Steve and Camy’s love of the local Hawaiian lifestyle sparked their desire to open an authentic Hawaiian poké bar in 2017. There are now locations all over the Lower Mainland to spread aloha and bring the best poké experiences to our customers.”

Why franchise with Steve’s Poké Bar

• ✓Franchise consultant Presman & Colard states that Steve’s Poké Bar offers franchise partners access to an established restaurant concept supported by an experienced leadership team, distinctive operating systems and a clearly defined brand identity.
• ✓Depending on the agreed franchise package and territory, support can include site selection and location evaluation, restaurant design and fit-out guidance, initial franchisee and team training, product preparation and operational training, supplier and procurement guidance, brand standards and operating procedures, recruitment and team development support, opening preparation and launch marketing, digital ordering and customer engagement systems, and ongoing operational and commercial guidance.
• ✓It said: “The brand’s family-owned leadership team brings practical experience in developing and operating multiple locations, helping franchise partners establish their businesses while maintaining the standards and customer experience associated with Steve’s Poké Bar.
• ✓“We are seeking ambitious entrepreneurs, experienced hospitality operators, multi-unit franchisees and investment groups interested in developing an established fast-casual restaurant concept.
• ✓“The ideal franchise partner shares the brand’s commitment to customer experience, team development and community engagement, alongside the commercial ambition to grow a successful business.
• ✓“Previous restaurant or hospitality experience is advantageous, particularly for operators considering multiple locations, although applications will be assessed according to individual experience, financial capacity and market suitability.
• ✓“Single-unit and multi-unit opportunities may be available across selected Canadian territories, subject to brand approval and territory availability.”
• ✓Investment requirements vary according to location, restaurant size, development costs and the selected trading format. Minimum investment is CAD$400,000.