Poké Town opens new restaurant in Florence

Poké Town, previously a food trailer, has officially become a restaurant in Florence, located at 2509 S. Cashua Drive. The restaurant had a soft opening on March 10 and will continue to serve customers from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on March 19 and 20. The new restaurant offers an expanded menu that goes beyond poké bowls. Customers can now enjoy bubble waffles, boba drinks, salads, and sashimi. The partners of Poké Town, Glenda Conrad, Feeling Schumann, and Bao Li, were inspired to start this project after discussing local dining options. Transitioning from a food trailer to a full restaurant has had its challenges. Conrad mentioned issues like equipment failures and staff turnover. They put a lot of effort into turning the space into a welcoming restaurant, choosing decor and furniture step by step. Poké Town's poké bowls are inspired by traditional Hawaiian cuisine but with a unique twist. The restaurant features signature sauces and offers a variety of proteins, including chicken and shrimp. Once fully opened, Poké Town plans to operate from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays. Customers can check for updates on their Facebook page. Poké Town joins several new restaurants in Florence, including Wingstop and Dunkin', that have opened recently.