Monday

5 pm - 11 pm

Tuesday

5 pm - 11 pm

Wednesday

5 pm - 11 pm

Thursday

5 pm - Midnight

Friday

5 pm - Midnight

Saturday

5 pm - Midnight

Sunday

4 pm - 11 pm

Overall, MAKA? earns consistently positive notes for a chic, cozy, contemporary vibe and attentive service, with a lively dining room and well curated music that suits both date nights and groups. The menu delivers bold Asian fusion flavors with standout dishes like truffle udon with grilled shrimp, bang bang shrimp, surf and turf, sashimi and dumplings, and a popular teriyaki salmon, complemented by creative cocktails and desserts, though a few items are described as underseasoned or too salty and some cocktails as not as strong as hoped. Portions vary, with some mains described as generous and others felt small for the price, and some guests noted a gap between online promos and in restaurant offerings. The service is repeatedly highlighted as friendly, patient, and professional, with staff going above and beyond, although a few visits mention slower pacing or occasional miscommunications. In sum, MAKA? is a stylish spot in Montreal that shines with flavorful fusion dishes and excellent service, making it a strong pick for those seeking a vibrant ambiance and a memorable night out, even as expectations on value and flavor depth differ.

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Elena

5.0

The shrimp fried rice is so flavorful! MAKA? has truly excellent service.

Feb 11, 2025

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Tania

4.0

I'm obsessed with the ceviche here! Fresh, flavorful, & paired with amazing service.

Ismael

Amazing experience! The personnel goes above & above, & the shrimp fried rice is highly excellent.

Elijah

The oysters here are the best in town-fresh, flavorful, & beautifully presented. The staff is super friendly!

Feb 8, 2025

Lily

Every visit to MAKA? is a treat! The lamp lollipops are juicy & flavorful, & the staff makes you feel at home.

Florence

The striploin steak at MAKA? is incredible! Tender, juicy, & perfectly seasoned. Exceptional service as always!

Alexander

The salmon is perfectly cooked & pairs well with the attentive service. Highly recommend!

Lucas

I keep coming back for the salmon tartare-it's that good! The service is excellent.

Feb 3, 2025

Alec

The crispy rock shrimp is always a hit! MAKAO's staff truly knows how to treat guests.

Rhiannon

3.0

I can understand why MAKAO has such conflicting reviews. We did not encounter any of the reservation issues (we booked on OpenTable) nor the service issues. In fact, we had a really lovely server who was very attentive & diligent with food allergies at the table. Even though she wasn't well versed in food allergies in their entirety, she went above & beyond to make sure nothing slipped through the cracks. The ambiance was cool & the restaurant is well designed with fun music, despite being tightly packed. Our drinks were good, but as some others have noted, the food was just ok. It was not elevated in a way I expected it to be. For example, the dumplings & spring rolls were similar to something you could get out of the freezer section at the grocery store. & the bang bang fries were just basic fries with a couple of pieces of boneless wing type chicken on top splattered with sauce. The food was not BAD by any means, it just wasn't great either. & for that reason we probably wouldn't return.

Feb 2, 2025

Paul

I keep coming back for the salmon tartare,It's that good! The service is excellent.

Camille

I can't get enough of the ceviche. So fresh & delicious. Staff was super accommodating.