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Serves meat, vegan options available. South Pacific restaurant with vegan items clearly labeled such as a vegan curried vegetable bowl, vegan noodle bowl and vegan jackfruit lettuce wraps. Open Mon-Thu 4:00pm-10:00pm, Fri 2:00pm-11:00pm, Sat 12:00pm-11:00pm, Sun 2:00pm-10:00pm.
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58 Ionia Ave SW, Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA, 49503
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Last update on 22 Sep 2021 by Guest
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Added by AlexGerlach on 22 Sep 2021
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6 Reviews
First Review by AlexGerlach
carmelocapuchin
Points +1098
Not impressed - Edit
I was really looking forward to not only the food, but the experience. It was definitely not my jam.
Read moreThis place is huge,& they sat us at the very first table when you walk in, so we did not get to see much. In addition, with all of the open space, they sat us next to an obnoxiously loud duo, which impeded on our conversation.
On top of that , this place is DARK, like dark dark. Between the super small font on the menu, and the beyond dark atmosphere … I was unable to read anything, and barely see my food I was eating. Not for me, at all.
The waitress literally came over to take our order 2 seconds after we sat down, and I felt VERY rushed the entire time. We did not even have time to properly go over the menu. This was even after telling her we needed more time to look at it. I picked a drink I thought I would like , as she would not leave the table until I ordered…uggg
Drink was not very good, but again I blindly ordered by name, as I was not able to read the description, and was rushed to pick one.
The food- my grandkids said the food was great, best waffle fries ever… they don’t have a very high bar on what is great though.
The adults… thumbs down 👎 for most of the public platter as well as the vegan dish I ordered. I wanted to like this place but was greatly disappointed.
Pros: Kids liked the crab Rangoons and chicken satay
Cons: Server was not that good/ but I still tipped well, Vegan dish was NOT good/ left most of it behind, Cost a lot $$$$
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TurnipForPlants
Points +2721
Tropical Theme Park in Downtown Grand Rapids? - Edit
If you have seen photos of Max's South Seas Hideaway, I think you can imagine the draw of this downtown Grand Rapids establishment. It is an experience of theme park proportions. In fact, as per the description on their website, they take heavy inspiration from Trader Sam's at Walt Disney World. Having been to Trader Sam's as well, I can say that this takes it's ideas to a new level. Literally, it's two stories.
Read moreSo, the price alone is worth the atmosphere at Max's. It might be the most dynamic contrast I have ever seen in a restaurant between the brownstone exterior and the tropical oasis within. Getting that out of the way, how do the drinks and food stand up?
The drink menu is large and colorful. Just want you want in a restaurant this flamboyant. All of the cocktails come in novelty glasses with accoutrements -- the more outlandish, the better. Past the showmanship, the drinks hold up surprisingly well. There is a subtlety in most of the drink profiles, if you are sober enough to look for it.
Lastly, is the food. In a place like this, I did not have high hopes. Last time I visited Max's, about two years ago, I ordered the cauliflower wings that were disappointingly crunchy. However, they have thankfully cut those wing in favor of much tastier options. We ordered the vegan burger and the vegan noodles. The burger was a cooked-to-order impossible burger with pineapple chutney on a bun that I can only compare to a cross between Hawaiian sweet roll and focaccia. It was probably the most unique bun I have ever had. I loved every second of it. For the side was broccolini that was a rare improvement over the classic, standard French fries. They were savory and sweet in marinated soy sauce.
The noodles were also marinated with a plethora of crunchy peppers and crisp vegetables. Overall, we were pleasantly surprised with the improvement of the vegan food options. Kudos to Max's for spending the time to craft such awesome vegan food for their menu.
Max's South Seas Hideaway is an experience. Take a date, bring a group. It is a talking point in solely the surrounding you sit in. Honestly, it is one of the most tacky-fun things to do in Grand Rapids. And they have many tasty vegan options to sip and sail away.
Updated from previous review on 2024-04-02
Pros: Atmosphere, Many fun vegan drink options, Vegan food options
Cons: Not everything is vegan
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Abbatosaurus
Points +350
Fun but expensive - Edit
I reallllyy loved my food, but I don’t know if it was worth the price. Drinks were fun, recommend sharing a pineapple drink
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itselectric
Points +82
There are a few vegan options - Edit
I’ve never been to the restaurant, but I did order through Door Dash. I got the vegan cauliflower curry tofu. The portion was large and the seasoning was delicious. Looking forward to stopping in next time!
Read morePros: A few vegan options to choose from, Online menu is clearly marked with vegan options, Flavor is there
Cons: On the pricy side
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evad567
Points +17
Try the fried cauliflower! - Edit
Great cocktails and friendly staff. I'd avoid the veggie sushi though, swing and a miss on that one.
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AlexGerlach
Points +326
Fun Establishment with Good Drinks & Food - Edit
Restaurant is 3 stories tall and features over a million dollars worth of tiki art.
Read moreThe cauliflower appetizer and jackfruit lettuce wraps are both very good.
The cauliflower is one of my favorites I’ve ever had anywhere.
Pros: Tasty Oprions, Fancy Drinks
Cons: Lighting is a bit dim for my taste.
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