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Poke, a dish originating in Hawaii, has become increasingly popular in West Los Angeles. At Poké Bar in Westwood, the dish contains tuna, octopus, vegetables, pineapple and rice, among other ingredients. (Erin Nyren/Daily Bruin)

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From the success of restaurants in Westwood like 800 Degrees Neapolitan Pizzeria, Bella Pita, ShopHouse Kitchen and Chipotle, it’s obvious that students enjoy buying food from places that allow for creativity and choice by letting the customer call the shots.

https://dailybruin.com/2016/12/19/the-quad-westwoods-poke-toppings-explained/

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The Quad: Westwood’s poke toppings, explained

By Giselle Abcarian

Dec. 19, 2016 1:56 p.m.