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Welcome to Marination Ma Kai

Marination Ma Kai offers a fusion of Hawaiian and Pacific Islander flavors in a casual waterfront setting. Known for their Kalbi beef tacos, Aloha sliders, and coconut malasadas, the restaurant provides a unique culinary experience with a stunning view of the Seattle skyline. Despite some portions being on the smaller side, the vibrant flavors and friendly service make it a must-visit spot for a quick and delicious bite. Perfect for tourists and locals alike, Marination Ma Kai brings a taste of the islands to Roseville, California.

LOCATIONS

Introducing Marination Ma Kai, a Filipino - International Grocery located at 203 Harding Blvd Roseville, CA. This casual restaurant offers a variety of Hawaiian-inspired dishes that will tantalize your taste buds.

With a range of utilities including reservations, catering, and Wi-Fi, Marination Ma Kai provides a comfortable dining experience for patrons. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch spot or a place to gather with friends, this gem of a restaurant has you covered.

The reviews speak for themselves, with customers raving about the flavors and unique dishes available at Marination Ma Kai. From kabli beef tacos to Aloha sliders, the menu is filled with mouth-watering options that are sure to satisfy your cravings.

One standout feature of Marination Ma Kai is the stunning waterfront views, including a picturesque backdrop of the Seattle skyline. The ambiance of the restaurant, combined with the delicious food, creates a dining experience that is truly unforgettable.

Whether you're a local looking for a new go-to spot or a tourist in search of authentic flavors, Marination Ma Kai has something for everyone. Come and experience the vibes, food, and views that make this restaurant a must-visit destination.

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Tiffany Y.
Tiffany Y.

This is a great stop for Hawaiian inspired dishes. Parking is available in the lot just outside, or street parking. It's not huge inside so can get a bit crowded, but they do have outdoor seating for when it's nice outside. You order at the counter and then find a seat when available. Flavors were pretty good, although portions were not huge. The water views including views of the Seattle skyline cannot be beat.

Mark Y.
Mark Y.

Love this place for many reasons - great Seattle skyline views, nice interior setting and the awesome food! Cutting to the chase we always order the kabli beef tacos (each order comes with two) filled with marinated Kalbi beef, Nunya Sauce, slaw, pickled jalapenos in a corn tortilla. The Aloha sliders are a must have and filled with kalua pork, Nunya Sauce, slaw and nestled in a sweet Hawaiian roll. My wife has been getting the kalbi beef taco salad which is the same as the tacos less the tortillas. We also tried the Loco Moco and it was alright but nothing stellar. All in they have a wonderful service staff and it's no frills when it comes to seating yourself and getting you food on a tray when the buzzer for pick up goes off. One nice item we had never tried was the coconut filled malasadas and the mango tajin filled malasadas that were devine!

Cherry T.
Cherry T.

Solid, casual lunch spot with waterfront view. Line moves fast so don't be intimidated. Plenty of seats inside and outside. The chips in fish and chips were especially fried well and seasoned. Fish tacos were small but for $7 it was solid. Surprisingly the standout was the coconut chia popsicle that I got back in line for. They had flakes of coconut on it that was still crunchy. Got a spam masubi Togo for my flight and it if saves pretty well.

Nathaniel C.
Nathaniel C.

quick and simple and delicious highly recommend as a tourist spot for a quick bite to eat of something authentic!

Ernie C.
Ernie C.

We really enjoyed this spot. Right down the street from one of the more fancy places out here but you get the same views and less pricey. The panko fish and chips were crispy. You have your choice of either miso or kimchi tartar sauce both of them have Distinct but delicious flavors. I would definitely come back here and try something different in a heart beat!

Amanda S.
Amanda S.

Vibes food views I would give this place a 10/5! Come here on a sunny day and you won't be disappointed. You do have to wait in line a bit to order your food but it's so worth it. Big outside patio with plenty of seating. We got the Aloha Fries, Lu'au Plate with Kalua Pork, Spam Masubi, mango and guava juices, and shaved ice and it was all so amazing. The juices are a tad expensive but sooo delicious. Shaved ice is huge. We couldn't finish it between two people. Recommend sharing the Aloha Fries and Lu'au plate so you get to try the best of both worlds. You won't regret it.

Peka G.
Peka G.

Once in a blue moon I'll grab some tofu tacos, or their vegan breakfast tacos. I honestly like their breakfast tacos most but they're only served on the weekends until a certain time. So sometime I'll miss that window. I really like their nunya sauce it's so good. A descent combo of spicy, sweet, and savory. Their tofu is marinated and seasoned and cooked well. I prefer firm tofu so it's the perfect texture to my liking, and the fact that it's flavorful makes it even better. Sometimes the tortillas can be a bit dry, so I like extra sauce. As a Pacific Islander (Samoan) who grew up on hawaiian/pacific Islander food, and have lived in Hawaii. Marination doesn't have that "authentic" Hawaiian taste it's more of an inspiration, BUT of all the dishes the kalbi beef does have that delicious Korean BBQ flavor. When I used to eat meat I would get the kalbi as a salad or tacos. Very delicious! I love that they have Hawaiian Sun juice options it just makes the meal better. I haven't had a drink at the bar yet, but I like the idea of it. The back room gives me a beachy cafeteria vibe. Clean ambiance, and the view makes it better! Also if you know what you'd like I'd suggest ordering online ahead of time. The line can get a bit long, especially in the summer, the line can go down the sidewalk. Standing in the heat hungry isn't my vibe so I order ahead of time.