What should I order at Marination Ma Kai?
Marination Ma Kai
Fish and Chips
Frequently praised for its crispy panko breading and flaky fish inside, considered one of the better fish and chips places in Seattle. Multiple reviewers enjoyed the crispy texture and flavorful fish.
Kimchi Fried Rice
Highly recommended for its tasty and satisfying flavor with just the right level of spiciness. Several reviews mention it as bursting with flavor and a standout dish, often paired with beef or kalbi.
Katsu Slider
Described as beyond amazing and fricking delicious, with a notably good sauce that is highly recommended. It is highlighted as a definite must-try and a favorite among repeat visitors.
Musubi
Mentioned multiple times as fresh, very tasty, and a good option to try. Spam musubi and other variations are praised, often recommended for visitors and locals alike.
Shave Ice
Recommended for dessert with house-made syrups offering flavorful and refreshing options. Reviewers advise skipping the li hing mui powder to preserve delicate flavors and suggest adding ice cream.
Macaroni Salad
Noted as one of the few places that do it properly, making it a nice complement to the main dishes and worth trying based on positive mentions.
Tocino (Hawaiian bacon)
Mentioned as probably the best thing one reviewer tried, indicating a flavorful and well-executed dish.
Fish Tacos
Praised for being tasty and well-prepared, with good sauce highlighting the dish. Recommended by multiple reviewers as a fresh and enjoyable option.
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM to 9 PM |
About Marination Ma Kai
Laid-back Hawaiian-Korean restaurant doling out tacos, sliders & kimchi rice bowls.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Trending
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is Marination Ma Kai known for?
It is best known for kimchi fried rice, sliders, tacos, and fish and chips, with many reviews also calling out the waterfront setting at Alki Beach. People repeatedly mention the skyline and water views as a major part of the experience, along with fast service and reasonably priced food.
What dishes are most recommended at Marination Ma Kai?
Reviewers most often recommend the kimchi fried rice, fish and chips, fish tacos, sliders, and the miso ginger chicken tacos. Other specific standouts mentioned are the pork katsu sandwich, spam musubi, breakfast tacos, mac salad, malasada, and lychee margarita.
What is the atmosphere at Marination Ma Kai like?
The vibe is casual, trendy, and very outdoor-focused, with a large patio right by the water and views back toward downtown Seattle. It seems especially suited to groups, tourists, and solo diners who want a quick bite, drinks, and a sunset view, and several reviews mention it as a good place to bring friends or walk a dog nearby.
Is Marination Ma Kai good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is $10 to $20, and reviewers describe it as very reasonably priced for the location and views. That value shows up in comments about fast service, generous outdoor seating, and dishes like fish and chips, tacos, and kimchi fried rice that feel worth the cost for a waterfront meal.
What should I know about wait times and the best time to go?
A wait is common, especially for outdoor seating, but reviews say the food comes out fast and the cocktail window makes drinks easy to grab. Sunset dinner is a popular time because the skyline and waterfront views are repeatedly described as one of the restaurant’s biggest draws.
Is parking available at Marination Ma Kai?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking is available.
Does Marination Ma Kai have vegetarian options?
Yes, Marination Ma Kai offers vegan options.
Is Marination Ma Kai kid-friendly?
Yes, Marination Ma Kai is good for kids.
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