Island Fin Poké Co. Opens First Grocery Store Location

Island Fin Poké Co. has officially arrived in the Midwest, marking two major milestones for the growing franchise with the grand opening of its first Missouri location and first-ever grocery store location. Located inside Springfield’s Price Cutter, the new concept brings the quality, bold flavors and vibrant offerings of a specialty poké restaurant to an everyday grocery shopping experience, giving customers a convenient new way to enjoy fresh, customizable meals.

The milestone was celebrated with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, Oct. 16, inviting the Springfield community in for a first look at the new concept. Located at 3260 E. Battlefield Road, Island Fin brings a unique dining option to the local food scene, making Hawaiian-inspired cuisine more accessible to Springfield residents. By bringing its signature poké bowls directly into Price Cutter, Island Fin gives shoppers the opportunity to enjoy a fresh, made-to order meal while picking up their groceries, combining convenience with the flavors and quality the brand is known for.

“We’re so grateful to the Springfield community for welcoming us with open arms as we celebrate this exciting milestone for Island Fin,” said Mark Setterington, CEO of Island Fin Poké Co. “Bringing Island Fin to the Midwest for the first time is a big deal for us, and getting to do it inside a grocery store makes it even more exciting. We can’t wait for local residents to enjoy fresh, flavorful food that fits into their busy lives without sacrificing quality or nutrition.”

At the heart of Island Fin’s appeal is its signature build-your-own poké experience, where fresh ingredients, colorful toppings and house-made sauces come together in endless combinations. Guests can create their perfect bowl with proteins including ahi tuna, Coho salmon, chicken, shrimp and tofu, paired with a variety of vegetables, toppings and flavorful sauces that were originally concocted right in Setterington’s home kitchen. With vegetarian and gluten-free options available, the menu offers something for nearly every taste and dietary preference, bringing a distinctive alternative to traditional fast-casual meals.

The new concept also adds another dimension to Price Cutter’s evolving in-store dining experience. Joining Starbucks, the deli and bar, Island Fin expands the grocery store’s food-court-style offerings, giving customers even more reasons to stop in, whether they’re picking up groceries, grabbing lunch or looking for an easy, nourishing dinner option. The partnership brings together the convenience of grocery shopping with the flavors and quality of a specialty restaurant in a familiar neighborhood shopping destination.

“Bringing Island Fin to our Springfield Price Cutter gives our customers something new to enjoy while making their shopping experience even better,” said Richard Gunn, COO of Pyramid Foods. “We want our store to be a place where people can find more than just their groceries, and this gives them another reason to stop in, enjoy a delicious meal and experience something a little different.”

The Springfield opening represents an exciting new chapter for Island Fin Poké Co. as the brand continues to explore opportunities to bring its signature Hawaiian-inspired cuisine and Ohana hospitality to new communities. As its first grocery store location nationwide, the concept introduces a new way for customers to experience Island Fin beyond its traditional fast-casual restaurants.