(310) 434-1511
101 Broadway
Santa Monica,
CA
90401
34.0129
-118.4965
Neighborhoods: Downtown, West LA
What People Are Saying About Ma'Kai Lounge
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – Located in the former Rebecca's location, this Polynesian lounge is close to trendy bars, the Promenade and the Pacific. There's now an open fire pit and a water screen on which films of tattooed Tahitian women are projected. Chef Nobu Hamazaki (Koi), crafted a menu of Pacific Rim-style small plates like Kobe beef carpaccio, lobster seviche and sugarcane-skewered tiger shrimp. Sunset views from the glass-enclosed patio are stunning, and the bar is open to late-night revelers.
09/13/09
excellent food, great drinks!
by Bediggy
Overall the food is amazing and consistently good. Its a little pricey, but worth it, as they do an amazing job with the fusion of flavors. The specialty drinks are also really good. I highly recommend this place for a date, or a small group dinner. Sometimes the service isn't great, but it's never been horrible. I don't really understand though why they have bouncers - kind of tacky really.
- Pros: food, ambiance
- Cons: service
06/28/09
I will NEVER go to Ma'Kai again. Ever.
by MissNINJA
1. Horrible Service (the waitress came to our table twice...and that was it!
2. Rude GM. Mike never apologized to me to rectify the situation..even when I called in to express my disappointment, he was VERY rude.
3. The DoorGuys are A*Holes (they abuse the tiny bit of power they have)
4. I will never go there again.
- Cons: Too many to list here. Read full review.
01/23/09
Makai
by casualcat
I love how the makai serves absinthe, and they do it with the sugar cube and the spoon and everything! i love watching their mixologists throughout the entire process of making their drinks
The Details on Ma'Kai Lounge
Parking:
Use the valet, or save money by parking in one of the large public lots on Second, between Broadway and Santa Monica.
The Extras:
Enjoy street performers, shops, a stroll on the pier or movies, all located within walking distance before or after your meal.
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