First timers: cute towny intimate restaurant. The server was very nice- explained things well. Service was quick. The only reason I put 3 stars was because the entrees and limited selection. Idk if it's a seasonal menu but the pictures I saw from others are not what was available unfortunately. But the drinks , appetizers, and sushi are 5 stars Entrees: burger- most bland burger, it looked as dry as it tasted. With a side of 10 fries Pork Tenderloin dish absolutely no flavor in anything not even the sauce whatever that was. No seasoning, no stand out ingredients. I would try it again if I were in that area but only for sushi and drinks. read more

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I love Mai Tai! I resisted going there for a couple years because I thought the price points were high, but once I went, I discovered that the food is absolutely amazing and the drinks are so fun! I highly recommend it! read more

Moody dark modern Chinese Lounge ...Sounds like my kind of place , brandy is the magic ingredient easy on the dark rum.... Call me an Uber. read more

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Everything from food, service and ambiance was great. A great place if you're looking for Asian fusion food in a cool spot. We ordered tuna tataki, mai's mango scallops, oysters, pork belly buns, octopus (special), and Banana Fritters A La Mode and pineapple & orange ice cream. I highly recommend the octopus, banana fritters, and oysters. The octopus was cooked well, and had great flavors. Oysters were fresh and big. If you like thai mango sticky rice, you'll like the banana fritters: it's so tasty. The other dishes were also good; I also really enjoyed the side salad. I'm usually not an ice cream person, but the ice cream was an interesting flavor combination and not too sweet. For drinks, we got the expresso martini and sneaky lychee. My expresso martini was good, however the sneaky lychee was a little too sour for my taste. Our waiter Henry was great. He checked on us often, gave great recommendations and just very personable. Other staff, including Alyssa the hostess, came to check in on us and made us feel welcomed. The space is beautiful itself. There's a lot for parking and it's located on the second floor. I look forward to coming back here next time I'm in town! read more

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We had heard great things about this place and tried it last night for our anniversary. The location should not put you off, it is located in a strip mall kind of area, but the inside is very moody dark, modern lounge feel. Plenty of bar seats, and the table chairs were quite comfortable. I had noted it was our anniversary and when we checked in for our reservation we were greeted warmly with a "Happy Anniversary!" There seemed to be only two servers, but it was a quiet night and we were well taken care of throughout the meal. Sparkling water was offered, hubs got the mai tai and I got a pear tini, which was served with very cool bubble on top. On mondays, they offer a choice between three mai tais and one of three small plates, which the server pointed out to hubs, it saved us a bit of money! We decided on many small plates to get a feel for the food. Lobster rangoons were hefty and the filling was nice and creamy, it maybe coould have used a bit more lobster, but we would order again! Peking Duck eggrolls with a thick plum sauce was so good. Crispy on the outside and generous fillings. this paired exceptionally well with the sauce. Next up, were the bao buns with pork belly, I did not get a pick, but the pork was succulent and the veg played very well. I could eat these all day, every day. Lastly, we got the salt and peper wings with garlic scallion egg rice. The wings were really crispy, juicy and fat. I would only hope for a bit more pepper. Our server told us, next time we can ask for more heat on any of the dishes and they will happily accommodate! Now, you would think, for the rice, eh it just a side. But WOWZA, the flavors were rich umami, nice garlic and scallion hits. The rice is addictable! At the end we had one wing left that we just couldnt eat, but we got a bag to take it home! At the end they treated us to a mango, pineapple, yogurt cold spring roll, that was really tasty and nice way to end the meal. We will be back! read more

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Are they closed for good? Went on a Friday 2 weeks ago at 5 and they were closed. Waited with a friend outside for half an hour but no one showed up. read more

Second time here. This place is outstanding. Service was on point . Food was a work of art. I looked as good as it tasted . We got the Peking duck báo buns, lobster raviolis, shrimp cocktail and bang bang shrimp with garlic noodles. All of it was great . Great mai tai also. read more

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Amazing food, friendly service, and beautiful place!! I recommend the signature mai tai, lobster Rangoons, teriyaki steak, and egg scallion rice. read more

Mai Tai Lounge - Teriyaki Steak and Egg Scallion Rice - Sushi Bars Near Me - Marblehead, Massachusetts

When I walked up to this restaurant I was like "ok" something different...the website doesn't do it justice. You will have to stop by and experience it for yourself. The have inside and outside deck if you don't want to be couped up lol. Our server was very beey good with us. He could've seen it was our first time here. We asked questions and we got answers. I must say a welcoming presence he made for us. Took very good care of us, for sure. And last but not least is the FOOD. As you can see from the pictures the menu was exceptional. There were so much to choose from that I wanted to try almost everything but I couldn't lol ...that will be down right greedy!!! People take it from me this is a in the ruff. Go check it out and trust me you'll thank me for it. I surely will make another visit in the near near future. Believe that! read more

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Mai Tai Lounge is located on 165 Pleasant Street in Marblehead, MA. It is located in a strip mall with ample parking spaces, making it convenient for large gathering. The restaurant is located at a corner lot, upstairs level, but tucked away enough from foot traffic to make your dining experience outdoor private enough should you decide to dine outside. The interior dining space is luxurious with wide back black leather chairs which could even fit myself and my petite 5 year old daughter, with dark wood dining tables, and a very classy bar seating area. I recommend making a reservation, and especially for special events as the restaurant manager and wait staff pay special attention to details, making the event extra special from the moment you are greeted at the door to the end of your meal. I came here with my family to celebrate both Father's Day and my son's 10th birthday. I checked in at the door and got a chance to meet Chef Kevin Le, who happens to be the talk of the town. Our waiter was, and I hope my husband does not read my reviews, was Vietnamese, extremely tall and handsome, and with great hair. He also had a nice voice. I forgot his name as my Margarita was very very strong. The appetizers we ordered were a dozen oysters, tuna tataki, calamari, and tamarind soft shell crab. My son enjoyed the oysters probably just as much as my husband and I did as they were fresh and plump. I tricked my daughter into thinking that the seared tuna was meat since she only likes salmon. Everyone enjoyed the homemade ponzu sauce and the side salad. Both the calamari and tamarind fried soft shell crab were delicious. However, the star was the fried soft shell crab with the tamarind sauce. This was from the special menu. The soft shell crabs were so meaty. They were lightly battered and fried to give them a crispy outside but remain juicy and meaty inside. There was just a light drizzle of tamarind sauce which was enough to give it a subtle sweet and sour taste, a nod to southeastern Asian cuisine such as Thailand and Vietnam. I recommend calling to check for availability of this dish or ordering in advance of coming to make sure you can try this dish. For entree, we ordered salted egg fried twin lobsters and the rack of lamb with a side order of garlic noodles. The lamb we ended up canceling as we over ordered on appetizers. As for the star of the meal, at least in my opinion was the lobster dish prepared by not one but two chefs! The salted egg lobster dish we tried is not your typical salt and pepper or ginger scallion lobsters. If I had to describe it to those who never had this flavoring before, the salted egg coating gives the lobster a dry salted buttery flavoring. It's definitely one to try. Chef Le was so kind to go into the kitchen to make a ceviche out of the lobster tails after overhearing that all of the items I had wanted to try was either sold out or must call in advance. Preparing this dish off the menu gives you an idea as to the outstanding customer service provided by the restaurant. We did not call in advance for the special items menu that I had wanted to try such as the seafood pineapple salad which sold out the day previous, or the scallop and hamachi sashimi or geoduck sashimi that I had wanted to order. I highly recommend calling ahead to plan for a special meal if there is a particular items that you see pictured in Yelp as they are not on the regular menu that is served daily. Or if you were like me, and you weren't able to if you were last minute in deciding to come here, please know that you can still order off the menu with Chef Le and still be able to have an amazing experience by the end of the night. I suggest ordering from the special menu and then completely going off the menu. The night ended beautifully with dessert and extra treats for my children. We ordered the Vietnamese creme brule, which was turned out to be Vietnamese flan, my favorite. On the house was two scoops of ice cream with wafers, one for the birthday boy and one for his little sister with a candle to blow. Again, I can't thank the restaurant enough for the outstanding service that night, the solid and very strong margarita, and amazing food. I highly recommend this restaurant and I can't wait to come back. See my pictures. Pretty sure there will be more pictures added in the near future when I visit again when the New England weather finally pick up. read more

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Or friends invited us out for what i thought was going to be Chinese food and boy, am i grateful we went. We've just discovered our new favorite restaurant and it's just 10 minutes from our home. I would day this is more of a asian fusion restaurant. We shared several small dishes and therefore tried quite a few dishes. Our server Tammy recommended the lobster rangoons, chicken wings ( i normally wouldn't order them), the lobster rice, garlic noodles and fried octopus. Every single dish was absolutely phenomenal! The best I've ever had! Tammy, our server, couldn't have been any better. To be fair every person working there was exactly right. I can be a bit critical as i was in the business for most of my life but there was not one thing for me to criticize. Quite the opposite in fact. I can't wait to return. Highly recommended! read more

Another date at Mai Tai, what a fun atmosphere. Plus the owner is always present. Which makes for a better restaurant. Rosie was our waitstaff person, she was pleasant and accommodating with recommendations. The food was delicious, just make sure you bring your wallet. Very pricey for steak and drinks. read more

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Mai Tai Lounge is a hidden gem! Made a reservation here for my celebration dinner with my husband and oh boy we loved it! Everything from the drinks to apps/entree and desserts along with their top notch service. The restaurant ambiance was nice, perfect for date night or any celebration/occasion. It is not cheap by any means but worth every penny. This place is now on top of my list, will definitely be back soon to try out other dishes. read more

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Our experience was quite disappointing. One thing we noticed right away was the smell. I think they smoke some of their drinks. Oddly it smells more like incense than what you smell in a good whisky bar. Not all that pleasant. Decor was fine. Nothing amazing. The food is mediocre at best. The prices are not aligned with the quality. We shared a roasted duck spring roll as an appetizer. It was good, but nothing special and you had to look hard to find the duck. The accompanying sauce was the best part. Our entrees were another story. I had the "lazy cow". It was smothered in a sauce that was so sweet I couldn't eat it. The "crispy" beef was no longer crispy and it was poorly executed. My wife and daughter had a different beef dish. The meat was so salty it ruined the dish. The dishes do not come with rice or noodles. These were a la carte. We got the garlic noodles and the fried rice. Both were expensive, lacked flavor and meager in size. It was over 20 minutes before our server came back to check. We expressed our disappointment and it was clear that our plates were less than half eaten. He asked if we wanted to order something else but at this point we had already decided to get a pizza on the way home. He then asked if we wanted to take the food home. Seriously? He brought the bill in a fancy box. No concessions in the bill for bad food. One and done on this one. read more

My husband and I went to the Mai Tai lounge for the first time last night and we will definitely be back very soon! The food was amazing. We got multiple small dishes to share. We loved everything Henry recommended to us! We got the bang bang shrimp, lobster rangoons, short rib, pork belly buns and spicy pot stickers. We had to get a second order of the pork belly buns because they were THAT good. The staff was very attentive and so nice! The food came out very quick. The drinks were also very good and displayed beautifully. We can't wait to go back to try more of their drinks and dishes! read more

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We had the best time at the Mai Tai Lounge. From the atmosphere to the service and food, everything was top notch! Henry, our waiter was so attentive and had the best recommendations for food and drink choices. Kevin, was so welcoming and is a true artist behind the bar and in the kitchen. Although I didn't get pictures of our food, it was delicious! Oysters, Bang Bang Shrimp, Braised Pork Belly,Garlic Noodles, Filet and so much more. The flavors were on point and made dining a true experience. I would highly recommend this great spot in Marblehead!! read more

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This is definitely a nice date night place / place to try. The drinks were pretty good. Their gimmicky smoked old fashioned was definitely worth it. The service was a little slow which is where they lost the one star from me. We ordered a few appetizers and they were all good. I would definitely visit again if the opportunity arose. read more

We had a wonderful night at Mai Tai Lounge yesterday. We ordered chicken satay, perking duck, stir fried noodles, fresh oysters, grilled oysters, razor clams, butter edamame and mango sticky rice for dessert. The owner - Kelvin gave us 2 more dishes and a liquid dessert cocktail which is very nice I specifically recommend their cocktails. We had mai tai tini, husband daycare, snapchat worthy, best mistake ever ( I love this one) Definitely come back another time read more

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By far the best food we have had in Marblehead. Started with The Perfect Mai Tai, then oysters and dumplings for appetizers, Both great. For dinner we had seared scallops and stir fried beef and asparagus, both off the special menu. We finished with the crème brûlée. Everything was fantastic. Great service. read more

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Frequented this restaurant for the last few years...We were very impressed with the beverages, food and service... despite the $$$ Today we Looked forward to grab a late lunch there only to be turned away AFTER opening hours for an additional hour or more. Not cool. read more

I had a quality evening here, fresh fatty oysters, octopus sauce, and other dishes are unforgettable, I ordered a total of 5 dishes, each dish is delicious especially I am very satisfied with the service here , attentive and polite, service comes very enthusiastic attentive and fast. After eating, I went to the counter to drink another lychee-flavored cocktail prepared by Hieu. We had a wonderful Saturday evening. Although it takes 40 minutes from Quincy to the restaurant, it deserves to be visited again and again.. read more

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We stopped in tonight for cocktails and appetizers. What a beautiful space, feels more like an upscale club. We sat at the bar and our bartender was gracious and warm-offered to explain any drinks on the menu. He also asked for any cocktail preferences or dislikes. My martini was well balanced and nice and cold. My husband got the Angel and Warrior which is served dramatically in a smoke box with a candle. Feels like a ritual! Please get one! Smoky Mezcal, fresh squeezed lemon, egg whites, St Germaine! It's a special one! The pork dumplings were plump, hot and spicy with a nice soy and ginger sauce. The dumplings were also served with an apple salad accompanying them which was refreshing! The edamame were really awesome! They were tossed in a light sauce which featured sliced chilis. We decided we had to try at least one Mai Tai and were glad we did! The Perfect Mai Thai was really nicely balanced, Goslings and Bacardi. This is an excellent spot! Our bartender was knowledgeable, attentive and friendly. He also asked about any allergies which is so professional! We don't often head to Marblehead to dine but this spot is a game changer! Can't wait to go back! read more

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Food very well prepared and attractively presented. Very nice waiter/bartender. The soundtrack was mostly thumping techno music that didn't fit the atmosphere--suited to a dance club, but not a dinner place. I was there with several friends and could barely hear ourselves speak over the music. When we addressed the issue of the music with the manager, he was arrogant, defensive, and unspeakably rude. He essentially said that we could find someplace else to eat, and walked away from me as I was speaking to him, in mid-sentence. I've never been met with such an utter lack of courtesy in any establishment. This gentleman--if I can call him that--was clearly not interested in retaining the business of several local residents who eat out often and want to support local businesses. I will indeed go someplace else and spend my money in a dining establishment that treats its customers with courtesy and respect, and is interested in proper customer service. read more

Mai tai lounge is the BEST restaurant around & def best of mhead!! I live in mhead & this restaurant has the best food, drinks, & service i have ever experienced, & i am almost 50 yrs old, so i have been around...it's asian cuisine & well worth the $!!! Hands down, the best restaurant in Marblehead, & i'm not typically a "Chinese food" fan. Owner is super nice & personable, food is so fresh, & also healthy!! read more

Awesome food and service. The food was delicious and flavorful. The Mai Tais are generous and tasty!!!! Matt our server was very professional and attentive. From start to finish we had a wonderful dining experience. read more

The drinks at Mai tai lounge are amazing !! The vibe of the place is great, chill; and the service is awesome. They are quick and attentive. read more

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Wow, what a great addition to the North Shore dining scene. The owners did a great spin on the old school Chinese American restaurant that we all grew up with. Crab Rangoon is now Lobster Rangoon, Bang Bang Shrimp had brussel sprouts and corn kernels also with light batter and great vegetarian rolls. And I'm not sure about the reviews that say the drinks are weak because our Mai Tai's were potent and delicious. As for the wait staff, Mia was our server and she was sweet, funny and full of information and suggestions for our drinks and food. She was great! read more

The food, the environment & the service was phenomenal. I had great time with my spouse here. Customer service was great. Food is really tasty & the price is decent. Seafood is very fresh & delicious. I drove 1 hour from Boston to get here on a rainy day. Highly recommend. Kevin, the restaurant owner came over & introduced himself to us and was checking with us if everything was ok. I will definitely come back with friends & family! read more

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Tammi, our waitress gave us an amazing experience. I mean from beginning to end - she gave us great recommendations and was very engaging. The host was also very nice and told us about the specials as soon as we sat. The drinks we got were the Snapchat worthy and the smokehouse. They're so beautiful and tasty! For apps we had oysters, the pork buns, and tuna tataki. Great date night for mom and dad. read more

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If your looking for a nice atmosphere . Hands down the best food in marblehead . Steaks tips to die for nobody in mass has tips with this kind of house made sauce. Pot stickers home made fresh. I mean fresh I love fresh and that's why I eat here all most everyday and I try diff things cause everything is top notch . read more

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Mai Tai Lounge...... what a night we had, I kinda almost tried all their Mai Tai's all really really Good (Did I say I had a few) the food man I tell ya we had a bunch of appetizers all were yummy and full of flavor. The waitress and bartender super nice and a nice casual place for a night out!!! Definitely !!!! And definitely recommend this place read more

Moved from Boston to the area and have been somewhat disappointed with the food options, which is saying something in itself. However I've found a few gems, this being one of them. It's my weekly go to for dumplings and other Asian fare. I consistently enjoy the depth of flavor/execution vs. most options in the area. Top picks -dumplings -stir fry noodles -beef dishes are generally solid read more

Food was good, service was disappointing. Would recommend the scallops (off menu), and New York strip. Lobster pad thai was okay. We understand that it was a busy night, but we waited over 45 minutes to receive our food. Others who came in after us received their food before while we still haven't. Waited for more than 20 minutes to get our drinks. While the food is delicious, I'm not sure if it fits the price point- in addition to the wait time we had. Not worth the costs in my opinion. read more

We had some trouble with a server here, who said they could split checks, refused to do it at the end, then they actually did do it, and made at least six errors in the process, ultimately. Kind of comical. If you're too lazy/suspicious to split the checks why waste your own time and jeopardize your tips even further? I feel completely comfortable saying this, especially after working for three decades in the restaurant industry, on two continents. Other than that I definitely recommend the place for good cocktails, great food, and interesting/somewhat exotic/kind of loungey, dark 80s-Asian-influence-America-without-being-too-retro feel. read more

So glad I finally checked out Mai Tai. Every single dish was bursting with flavors and freshness. Everything from the presentation,, food, drinks and quality of service exceeded my expectation. read more

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If you want to elevate your Asian food experience go to the Mai Tai Lounge. It's beautiful inside and the food is amazing. Kevin Le makes every guest feel special. The drinks are the best on the North Shore read more

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If you haven't tried this place, do yourself a favor and come try this place out. You will not be disappointed. My husband and I consider ourselves as real foodies. We travel a lot just to try different kinds of food. And I have to say, this place is absolutely phenomenal. I can assure you there is no other place on earth you could get better sashimi and fresh seafood. Their steak is cooked to perfection and so tasty. I also love their mixed drinks and desserts. The ambience is wonderful and so is their hospitality. I can't recommend them enough. They deserve a 10/10. read more

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Great mai tai cocktails, tasty food and attentive service. We are definitely coming back! read more

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How many nice things can you say about one place, really? Had dinner at Mai Tai Lounge last night and from the moment upon arrival, until the end, everything was spot on. Greeted by Kevin Le, who immediately accommodated a preferred seating location outside. Henry who waited on us could not be more helpful, friendly and attentive if he tried. The drink menu? Absolutely fantastic; creative, innovative and full of amazing choices. He listened to each of us and made recommendations based on our likes, not his. On to the food menu: Here again, terrific choices from a very innovative chef. The quality was outstanding, fresh ingredients, presented with style. Kevin came by to ensure that everything was to our liking; a nice touch. Go now; go often. I definitely will be going back. You will be thrilled you did! read more

Mai Tai Lounge - Sushi Bars Near Me - Marblehead, Massachusetts

Beautiful inside. Great bartenders. Garlic noodles were the best I've had. Flank steak was delicious and they have a happy hour!