Promotional photo from the Mai Kai. Molokai maiden Maima.
Brochure from the collection of Khan Tiki Mon.
Brochure from the collection of Khan Tiki mon.
Photo from the collection of Khan Tiki Mon.
The Mai Kai during construction. This photo was a gift from the Mai Kai given to me during Hukilau 2010.
Postcard from the collection of Khan Tiki Mon.
"THE POLYNESIAN RESTAURANT 3599 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, Florida LOgan 6-1513 An oft repeated ritual of the Molokai Bar is the serving of the famed Mystery Bowl. The ancient gong summons the Mystery Girl who presents the bowl and the orchid lei to an adventurous soul…47 other tropical drinks are served by the famed Mai-Kai saronged serving girls…gourmet Cantonese Cuisine ‘til 1:00 A.M."
Postcard from the collection of Khan Tiki Mon.
3599 No. Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
"The Hawaiian Room, one of seven dining areas, where you enjoy gourmet’s fare – Cantonese cuisine and tropical rum drinks. The award winning Mai Kai has recently been featured in an Esquire story."
Postcard from the collection of Khan Tiki Mon.
3599 No. Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
"The Surfboard Bar with its pineapple bar stools is a favorite for guests wishing to enjoy tropical rum drinks and tasty hot appetizers. it was here that the Derby Daiquiri, featured in Esquire, was first presented."
Postcard from the collection of Khan Tiki Mon.
"The Mai Kai menu is Cantonese in its most creative form. Rare and elusive tastes are captured in enticing appetizers and in the gourmet's Cantonese entrees. There are seven different dining areas from which to choose. Food service until 1 a.m."
Postcard from the collection of Khan Tiki mon.
"The Mai Kai Islanders perform spectacular Polynesian revues nightly in our lush garden setting. Beautiful hip-swinging Tahitian girls - exciting Samoan knife and fire dancers - romantic songs and strings of Hawaii."
Postcard from the collection of Khan Tiki mon.
"Since 1956, visitors the world over have come to the Mai-Kai for its award winning Cantonese and American cuisine, tropical drinks and authentic South Seas setting - including thatched huts, torches, waterfalls, lagoons and magnificent gardens. You may dine in an elegant semi-private dining room or enjoy the merriment of dinner and the spectacular Polynesian Revue."
Postcard from the collection of Khan Tiki Mon.
"The Mai Kai, Polynesian Restaurant, is one of the the most unusual and beautuful show places in Ft. Lauderdale, Fl."
Postcard from the collection of Khan Tiki Mon.
"This authentic Polynesian setting houses seven different dining areas and two bars. The Cantonese cuisine has won many awards and many of the tropical drinks are nationally famous. Tahitian floor shows and entertainment."
mai kai tribute page
Khan Tiki Mon's Mai Kai tribute page.
The Vikings have Valhalla and Tikiphiles have the Mai Kai. The difference is Vikings have to be dead and on fire in a burning funeral ship to see Valhalla while there is no death and no pain involved in a visit to the Tiki mecca that is the Mai Kai. Quite the contrary as a visit to the Mai Kai is one of the most pleasant things I can imagine.