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# Marination Ma Kai – A Hawaiian Eatery with Stunning Views in Seattle

Marination Ma Kai is a vibrant Hawaiian restaurant located at 1660 Harbor Ave SW, Seattle, WA, known for its unique blend of Hawaiian and Korean flavors. This eatery has become a beloved staple in West Seattle, offering a casual dining experience with breathtaking views of the waterfront. Established with a vision to bring the spirit of Hawaii to the Pacific Northwest, Marination Ma Kai has garnered a loyal following for its delicious menu items, including Loco Moco and Spam Musubi. The restaurant’s inviting atmosphere, friendly service, and community-oriented approach make it a must-visit destination for both locals and tourists alike.

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Marination Ma Kai - Seattle, WA Had the Loco Moco -- the beef was seasoned well and the gravy was creamy, comforting . The fish and chips were cooked to perfection -- fish was moist, tender, and juicy, wrapped in that light, crispy panko breading. Great fish to breading ratio too & the fries were real potatoes, lightly crisped and seasoned just right -- simple but done with care. The mac salad was good -- nothing wild, but exactly what you want from a proper mac salad: cold, creamy, balanced. But the highlight though, was the Spam Musubi. Rice had that perfect texture,soft but mushy -- and the spam itself was cooked "well done" the best way: crispy edges, thick, & juicy. The teriyaki sauce tied it beautifully -- flavorful but didn't overpower like usual spots -- and the furikake mixed into the rice gave it that perfect touch of savory-sweet. The only downside? They only sell them by the piece. We spent around $60 including tip, and it felt more than fair. The vibe was calm, peaceful, and right on the water -- you can't ask for a better setting. Parking might be a little tight on a busy day, but if you get a spot, take your time and enjoy it. Definitely coming back next time I'm in town.

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food with a view! this is also right next to the Seattle ferry. This has been a staple in West Seattle for YEARS. I'm giving this a 4/5 since it's very situational for me to come visit (i.e: a nice sunny Seattle day and I want to sit near the water) the food is consistently good but there's nothing that's outstanding. A good staple to get once in a while though!

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My friend recently moved here and wanted to try this place out. Walked in, it was bright and open throughout the small building. Perfect spot with views of Seattle and the water. Ordering was quick. I got the Loco Moco, she got the Luau plate with kalbi beef and some spam musubis. First time trying their Loco Moco and it was great! Good portion with flavorful gravy, 2 sunny side up eggs, fluffy white rice, and a delicious beef patty. Her plate was good too, but the kalbi beef was lacking flavor and sauce. We regretted getting the spam musubi. For the price of $4.75, I'd atleast expect the spam to have that glaze flavor spam musubis have and not dry. This alone would've been a 4 star...but there was one issue. A pigeon came in, which is usually fine since we were in Alki and the building has most windows and doors open. BUT, it almost flew into us while we were eating and started excreting on tables nearby.. Talk about gross! I walked up to the counter to tell the lady what was happening. She then explained to me that they have been trying to get rid of the bird, but there is nothing else to do. I don't know how long the bird was inside, but if it starts to poop in the building, ESPECIALLY tables?, I'd start trying harder because that is vile. It's equivalent to a rat running around in a restaurant pooping everywhere, which is what the pigeon did. Why would you continue business still and serve food that day when there's birds passing feces on something that has contact to where we eat. Get rid of it first, then continue! What if the bird flew into the kitchen and started contaminating stuff? Not sure if we will be back.

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Great location next to the water taxi with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Appreciate that dogs are allowed on the patio, since, face it, walking your dog on the Alki promenade is practically obligatory . We were there when they opened, and service was quick. There are plenty of food options, and the menu does a good job of explaining the ingredients. The cashier was helpful in making my decision, since I couldn't decide between sliders and aloha fries. I went with the sliders and a side of regular fries. The kalua pork had a nice flavor, as did the bright and crisp coleslaw topping. Really enjoyed the kimchi dipping sauce that came with the fries. The miso ginger tartar sauce was good, but on the sweet side (which the cashier did tell me). The food was good, but it was only lukewarm. Doesn't matter as much with the sandwich, but the fries would have tasted better had they been hot and crisp.

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This spot is perfect for a summer day. The views of Seattle are amazing and the food is delicious! I loved the vegetarian plate with the tofu. They also have great cocktails, beer, and Hawaiian juices. You order at the counter and then find a seat and order alcoholic drinks separately. Food and drinks came out quickly.

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We ordered takeaway here and the food was wonderful! The place was a little crowded since it was a Friday night but our food was prepared fairly quickly! All the flavors were delicious, we will definitely come back!

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A small casual Hawaiian themed eatery near the water taxi pickup in West Seattle. Walk up to the register and order food. You get a pager for when your food is ready. There is a separate walk up bar to order cocktails. Go find a table inside or outside. We sat outside, as it was a beautiful day, and we had a gorgeous view of the sound. The food: We ordered a crispy fried pork katsu sandwich and some macaroni salad. The pork sandwich was nice and crispy but not overdone with some tasty slaw in it. The mac salad was just the right amount of moisture, albeit it was on the sour side like it had some lime juice in it maybe? I prefer it to be just slightly sweeter but still good . Drinks: I ordered a lychee margarita, and I was afraid of it being too sweet so I asked for less sweet, but it ended up being really tart with no sweetness at all so now wish I had just ordered it without asking for less sweet. My son's margarita was a classic, and he said it was ok. All in all a great casual place for some good Hawaiian food. I have my eye on the kalbi beef plate to try for next time!

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Very casual restaurant right by the water. Seating is first come first serve basis after ordering. There is a parking lot available out front in addition to street parking. Food is very straight forward Hawaiian and decently flavorful. Note that when you make something a meal and opt for chips it's simply a bag of chips, not fresh chips

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Marination is worth a visit if you've never been! Definitely hit the west Seattle location. The water taxi will take you there from downtown and the restaurant is located right next to a kayak/bike rental. Amazing views! Their capacity to serve huge crowds was just as impressive to me as the food was. If you see a long line...don't fret. Their kitchen can handle it. They have lots of seating options and turnover tables quickly. The food was pretty good. The aloha fries were yummy and the fish tacos were okay. Super unique flavors. I'd like to try the pork or the fish sando next time.

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When you go to a restaurant in as picturesque a spot as this, literally steps from the water taxi and scuba divers, you expect the view to be amazing, but the food to not quite live up. That is certainly not the case here. The food is full of flavor, affordable, and seemed so perfect for the location. If there's a place in Seattle where you get a bit of Hawaiian vibes (which you can't quite put your finger on), it would be West Seattle. We loved eating Kalua pork kimchi fried rice (nice bit of spice too) and loco moco at an outdoor table in the sun. I enjoyed a Little Kayak too (rum, lime, coconut, and ginger ale). A perfect afternoon.

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Marination Ma Kai – A Hawaiian Eatery with Stunning Views in Seattle

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