Kim M.
Yelp
I've been making the trek to south Scottsdale for nearly a decade for Chula's epic seafood, so when they opened a location a block from my house I was nearly beside myself! After giddily watching the "coming soon" signs go up and the construction progress, tonight was the night! No cooking or dishwashing for this mama!
This is not a fancy place; you wait in line and place your order, then your food will be delivered to you once it's freshly prepared. They offer indoor seating and have a nice patio with tables.... The only downside is that it's right on Hayden Road, so not much for ambience. The good news is that there is a small bar inside where you can enjoy a craft cocktail, a glass of wine or enjoy a nice beer and be served! I chose the bar and ordered a small Hawaiian Ahi Poke Bowl with a glass of Sauvignon Blanc.
The small bowl was very generous.... About 3oz of melt in your mouth fresh ahi in a bowl with steamed rice, edamame, watermelon radish, rainbow carrots, thinly shaved onion, pineapple, and a dusting of crushed macadamias on top! The traditional sauce was great.... Flavorful enough that nothing extra was needed (even though I had soy and Tapatio on the ready). I added avo because I'm extra like that and honestly couldn't finish the whole bowl! My server mentioned the large size bowl contains 6oz of the fish... which seems like a solid value for the price if you have a bigger appetite.
My only complaint? It was absolutely arctic at the bar - but I'll bring a hoodie next time! And there will DEFINITELY be a next time!