Mai-Kai Restaurant and Polynesian Show
Cuisine: American, Asian, Cantonese, Hawaiian
Price: $$
10Best Says
A Fort Lauderdale mainstay and local institution, Mai-Kai Restaurant and Polynesian Show is an absolute must-do. This restaurant has served excellent, traditional Cantonese and American dishes in an... Read More
A Fort Lauderdale mainstay and local institution, Mai-Kai Restaurant and Polynesian Show is an absolute must-do. This restaurant has served excellent, traditional Cantonese and American dishes in an exotic atmosphere for almost half a century. The decor makes you feel like you are on a Polynesian village, with a thatch roof, statues, tiki torches, and a bridge at the entrance. The restaurant has received excellent reviews for its Cantonese seafood dishes, grilled steak, and Peking duck. Try any of 51 frosty tropical umbrella drinks, and don't miss the Islander Revue, an entertaining showcase of authentic Polynesian dance and costume. Easy to find, just north of Oakland Park Boulevard on Federal Highway.
Hours:
- Tue-Thu: 5pm-10pm
- Fri: 5pm-11pm
- Sat: 5pm-Midnight
- Sun: 4pm-10pm
Admissions:
- Shows (patrons 12+) $11
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Dale Mack
Fort Lauderdale Local Expert
- Romantic Dining, Best Restaurants: "This is a great place for a company function or for when family is in town."
- Family Friendly: "A great place to impress friends and family with the perfect evening with great food and a something-different experience."
- Best for Romantic Dining Because: A legendary restaurant with an unforgettable show, being the gentle mix of dinner and a show for a great evening.
- Best for Family Friendly Because: Dinner and a show of a unique blend that is a local legend.
- Recommended as Best Restaurants Because: The Mai-Kai is almost as much a part of Fort Lauderdale as the sunshine and temperatures, and is a must-visit on anyone's agenda.
