Tuna Kahuna

1117 Burlingame Ave, Burlingame
(650) 731-4972

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Luke Eady

Can’t say thanks enough!! We had some airport troubles and ended up getting rerouted from Canada with a layover in San Fran, can’t say how pleasant of a surprise this getting to eat here was…. Feeling something fresh like sushi or something other we stumbled upon Tuna Kahuna. We were met with absolute comfort and positivity from the one and only Quon (goes by Quonfucius) where he welcomed us in, had our food ready asap and gave me an even better beer than what I had ordered. We had the salmon lovers bowl which one is enough to feed a family (seriously had two meals in one) with humongous, fresh, delicious salmon and avocado pieces and a tasty bed of rice. We got to know the owner while we tried his amazing egg drop miso soup, before he treated us to some of his favorite sake while he told us the story of the restaurant and the area. Coming from Canada on a 32 hour travel day with nothing but frustration this place made our miserable stop into a “we need to come back again” memory. Well done, can’t say how great our experience was. Cheers from Canada! 🇨🇦

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Adam Friedman

Best poke I’ve had since I was in Kauai! Really fresh fish. Great flavors. Solid portions. Staff was super welcoming and friendly. Will stop in next time I’m in town for sure.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

June Wang

First time here, best poke with truffle oil!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Suzanne LaVigne Gibbs

Sooooo delish!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Nikki Treacy

This place is fabulous. Food is top notch- The service is top-notch. Everything is so fresh and organic. The staff and owners are sooo cool, professional and hospitable! Can’t say enough wonderful things about this place! Quan, Clarence and staff are all so wonderful and attentive.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Aleksandr Liakh

Delicious!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Liliana Cortez

Tuna Kahuna is a small spot with really good food and fresh ingredients. The service is solid, friendly and efficient, even when it’s busy. The poke bowls are flavorful and well-portioned, and everything tastes super fresh.

It’s in a busy area, so parking can be tough to find, but the food is definitely worth the stop. A great casual place for a quick, tasty meal when you’re craving poke! 🐟🥗✨

Suryeon Kim

I think I’ve eaten here like 30 times at this point. Love it everytime.

Gabriel Villegas

Fantastic food and people

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Chi Wing “Jeffrey” Pang

I can’t say enough good things about this hidden gem! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with genuine aloha spirit by the owner, who went above and beyond to make us feel like ohana. His warmth, passion, and pride in the food truly set the tone for the entire experience.

The menu is a brilliant fusion of Hawaiian flavors, fresh poke, and creative twists you’d never expect—but absolutely crave afterward. Every bite was a perfect balance of bold and fresh, from the melt-in-your-mouth ahi tuna to the crispy, flavorful toppings that added just the right crunch.

We tried several signature bowls, and each one was a work of art—visually stunning and packed with flavor. There’s clearly a lot of love and attention to detail that goes into everything here.

What really made the experience stand out was the owner’s personal touch. He came by to check in on every table, offered great recommendations, and shared the inspiration behind some of the dishes. You can tell this isn’t just a business to him—it’s a passion project, and that energy is contagious.

If you’re looking for a place that serves incredible food and makes you feel truly welcome, this is it. Fusion, poke, Hawaiian soul—all in one spot. Do yourself a favor and GO!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jin Kim

Flavorful, fresh ingredients, nicely portioned for the price.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tom Lee

Every dish we tried was well prepared and delicious! Fish and all other ingredients were super fresh and didn't need to be dressed with extra seasoning like soy sauce to enjoy it. Service was good and we enjoyed talking with one of the owners Quan who clearly has a passion for his restaurant. They have a special elevated menu on Friday and Saturday nights that we're looking forward to trying.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Hao Yu He

Both the signature bowl and the 3 protein DIY were good. Toppings like beets and tangerine slices are less commonly seen. Fish is pretty fresh and good quality. They have dressing for your salad base which is not common either, a nice touch!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

O Rod

My first time here and it was delicious. Kwan(hope I spelled it correctly) was awesome and made you feel welcome. I had the large create your own bowl with 3 proteins and and Ice cold Sapporo to top it off, it was reasonably priced. Would definitely recommend anyone to come check it out when you’re in Burlingame.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

J L

Amazing food and a very friendly team running the restaurant. I will definitely come back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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