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Makai Island Kitchen Groggery

Makai Island Kitchen Groggery

49A Municipal WharfCA 95060, Santa Ana, United States

Full • Kitchen • Seafood • Ice Cream


"I have been missing the food and atmosphere in Waikiki lately, and this place truly brought me back to the relaxing ocean breeze, comfort food, and tropical vibes of Hawaii! I had a lovely time here with my family, and we all loved the food, drinks, and service! Shoutout to Danielle for being such a wonderful server. FOOD Chicken lettuce wraps: These were a bit messy to eat but very good! The lettuce was very fresh and was a great way to start our meal. Papaya salad: We LOVED this dish!! The balance between the greens, papaya, lychee, and macadamia nuts was so delightful and refreshing. Hawaiian Mochiko chicken: The chicken was so tender and well seasoned! The veggies on the side were also great, and my grandma really enjoyed the healthy option. DRINKS Mermaid's Kiss: This drink was refreshing and strong! It wasn't super sweet, which was perfect. Painkiller: This drink was also pretty strong, and I really enjoyed it! Would highly recommend ordering both of these drinks. SERVICE The service here is amazing, and what I was most impressed by is that they knew we would be doing family style rather than having individual entrees. They brought out extra plates for us, no questions asked. It made me feel that the staff here are culturally competent and mindful, and I really appreciated that! Thank you for a fantastic experience, and I'll definitely be back!"

Jake's Roadhouse

Jake's Roadhouse

622 South Myrtle Avenue, Monrovia, 91016, United States Of America

Bbq • Barbecue • American • Breakfast


"My server returned shortly after to take my meal order. She paid great attention to my preferences and repeated my order back to ensure accuracy, which I appreciated. I ordered a half rack of baby back ribs with sauce on the side, a baked potato with butter and bacon bits (if they had them), and some coleslaw. To my delight, dinner arrived just 11 minutes after I ordered and matched my request perfectly! The food was fantastic! The ribs were cooked just right, easily sliding off the bone and bursting with delicious, charred flavor. The side sauce complemented them perfectly. The "bacon bits" on my baked potato were actually two thick strips of bacon—no complaints whatsoever! The coleslaw was tangy and creamy, exactly how I like it. Throughout my visit, the service was exceptionally attentive. I received frequent offers for water and tea refills, and various staff members checked in to ensure everything was satisfactory. I give them an A+ for customer attentiveness. The meal's price was quite reasonable for the quality and portion size I received, and I was glad to have chosen this place over a typical chain restaurant for dinner. It was my first time in Monrovia and my first dinner out in the area, and it certainly did not disappoint. Well done, Jake’s Roadhouse! I'll definitely be returning. Thank you, and Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!"