Maya Cocina Mexicana
Mexican restaurant · Livonia ·

Maya Cocina Mexicana

Mexican restaurant · Livonia ·

Upscale Mexican cuisine, farm-to-table ingredients, craft cocktails

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33018 7 Mile, Livonia, MI 48152 Get directions

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"Maya is a contemporary Mexican restaurant, a fusion of upscale street food and traditional Mexican home cooking. Only the best quality ingredients (farm to table). Maya pairs its cuisine with Mexican beers, tequilas, and mezcal."

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"I ordered from a carryout Mexican menu featuring rojo tamales, quesadillas, flan and shrimp tacos after a long wait to open." - Brenna Houck

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Maya Cocina Mexicana

Carolyn

Google
We had a great date night here - I'm so happy to have them in Livonia! Authentic, well-crafted dishes and cocktails with excellent service in a modern, zen-like environment. Love it here! I especially love the open kitchen. First, I highly recommend the cucumber margarita - it was so refreshing and pretty with just the right balance. We also had the steak skewers appetizer, chips and salsa, and hubby had the steak skillet and I had the stuffed pepper special. Everything was so good, right down to the fresh chips and homemade salsa. Elevated ingredients, top notch cooking skills and lots of flavor. Everything was absolutely perfect. I can't wait to return. It's such a welcome restaurant in a sea of suburban chains. It's tucked into a strip mall, but as soon as you enter, it's like you're transported to a whole new place. Clean, modern, upscale Mexican food. Yum!

Tia W.

Google
My husband and I came here on an early Saturday evening for dinner. He ordered Enchilada Rojas, and I ordered Carne Asada with flour tortillas and a side of Peruvian beans. Everything was DELICIOUS. The food was seasoned well and was a good portion size. I had a glass of wine which was very reasonably priced,, but I feel the food was a little over priced. The menu online does not have the prices listed, and I feel that when an establishment does this then you should prepare for the prices to be higher. Service was good. Everyone was friendly and professional.

Luxury C.

Google
Happy hour running 12–5 is such a win! Love that I tried the chicken tacos with rice and beans. They’re not your usual open-face style, more of a closed, fried taco but still had good flavor. Beans were decent, rice was fine, nothing special. The happy hour margarita wasn’t the best tasting, but it had enough kick to make up for it. Customer service was excellent

Peyton W.

Google
Been here 3 times now and all of my experiences have been great! Great drinks, great pricing, and great service! Making a reservation helps staff seat you more efficiently, so I recommend making a reservation in advance. They do not allow children (if you have children, don’t bring them here) and the restaurant is farm to table! So wait times might be a little longer than a normal restaurant, but the food is well worth any wait!!! I highly recommend the enchiladas verde! Perfect amount of spice. And I recommend the 3 milk cake! Perfect amount of sweetness without it being too heavy!

Chloe M.

Google
Alex was our server and bartender. He made excellent drinks and made us feel super welcome. Asked about any allergies, checked in on us and served us with kindness in his voice. Food was fantastic we got tacos and it came with a jalapeño salsa was to DIE for. Alex told us it’s house made! Pomegranate margarita tasted sweet with a decent bite. Music was at a good level to talk to those around you but added to the ambience.

Michele R.

Google
We had a great meal on a Monday evening and it was not busy. We had one apple cinnamon marg, the guacamole and chips and the mahi mahi tacos. Everything was wonderful and the staff was friendly and attentive. Four stars only for the price. $80 is pretty expensive for one drink, one shared appetizer and two orders of tacos, especially considering that there are no sides included and no salsa.

Salva C.

Google
I’m not sure how much one has to spend to have a meal that actually leaves you satiated. Yes inflation, yes Covid prices, yes every excuse under the sun to make the consumer pay for it. Aside the fact that even with an advance table reservation we were offered a bar seat but were able to wait longer the dining experience was poor management. The only Mexican restaurant that has never welcomed me with a salsa and chips. We didn’t order an appetizer because we knew a taco dish normally is plenty for two females. We ordered the carne asada three taco plate, which turned out to be three tacos spread wide on a plate, with no more than 4 oz of meat, no rice no beans, two of the most inexpensive side dish I can think of. We ordered half liter of Cabernet for the two of us. We also ordered Churros. The total came to 90$ and with tip 110$. Left there hungry and disappointed on how stingy this place was. I gave it 1 star and it all goes to our waitress who was professional and attentive.

Katrina W.

Google
This was my first time going to this restaurant. I was part of a larger group and most of the time larger groups could be a little difficult. Our server Victor made it a pleasant experience. From the moment he greeted us at the door Victor was a pleasure. He was friendly, patient and very efficient. He was on top of everything and made this a great experience. The entire table was speaking highly of this young man and that is rare. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was was great. I will definitely be back
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Julie C.

Yelp
Absolutely fabulous! I can't believe we just only found out about this place. Great ambiance, service and food - you will not be disaapointed.
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Judy N.

Yelp
Really delicious drinks! The food was pretty good and we enjoyed our time here. It's always awesome to have some good Mexican places nearby. Service and ambience are both very good.
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Ranyia T.

Yelp
I like this place it is very intimate. The staff is very friendly and always smiling. I do recommend making in big a reservation. It is a small place and there is always a wait but if you have a reservation you get seated without waiting. The food is very good. I have been here a few times. I have had the pork belly tacos which is a special but should really be added to the menu. I have also had the shrimp tacos that are excellent very favorful but very light This time I had the Cameroon flambé (shrimp fajitas). They were good but it doesn't come with rice or the extras at other places. It was the tortillas and stop with the vegetables that were cooked with. They were still very good. I had the Paloma very good and the Silver Margaritas very good too. The guacamole was ok it need at little more lime.
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Kev H.

Yelp
Delicious food but service was super slow. CHIPS & SALSA: Tortilla chips were crunchy and the house made roasted tomato salsa was fresh and delicious. $7 as of Sept 2023. ESQUITES: Roasted corn off the cob, cilantro, onions, jalapeño, mixed with house made cotija cheese lime sauce. $9. This corn salad was sweet, refreshing with a little tang. I really liked it. ALAMBRE de ASADA: Short rib, thinly cut, seasoned, grilled with a touch of bacon, onions and poblano peppers, served in a skillet, topped with melted Oaxaca cheese and a side of corn tortillas. $21. Delicious but the cheese was a bit overwhelming and didn't let the beef shine. But it was still good. In general the food was pretty good. The restaurant also looked nice and clean on the inside. Parking was super easy and plenty.

Michael F.

Yelp
While there was a large party which accounted for some of the volume, the restaurant was extremely loud. Between people and music, we had to shout to hear each other. The waitress had to repeat herself to both sides of our table. Additionally, the price is high and portions small compared to other Mexican restaurants. Everything is a la carte - chips, salsa, rice, beans do not come with any meal. If you prefer a more upscale feel and don't mind paying more and shouting, it's a nice place.
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Lulu T.

Yelp
My husband and I were able to get a last minute reservation for our date night and went on a Friday night. Reservations seem like a must in a weekend- the place was PACKED. The ambiance was intimate but well-lit. We sat at the bar and had a bunch of apps. The only downside was that the person serving us was the bartender, who was making all the drinks for the restaurant. He was wonderful but it was kind of hard to get his attention and I felt bad waving him down, as he seemed pretty slammed. The highlight was the stuffed date appetizer. It came with 4 dates, stuffed with chorizo and wrapped in bacon. I got a pomegranate mock and my husband got margarita and both were really tasty. Overall would go back to try a full meal, maybe on a weeknight or at a table during the weekend.
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Michelle D.

Yelp
Great food and ambiance! Our server was very professional and knowledgeable. My husband and I shared the ribeye which was a little medium well than medium rare. I ate the more rare parts because I find it the juiciest. We also had the scallops and guacamole that was perfect. I squeezed some lime on my scallops to give it more acid. The most amazing bite with the saltiness of the bacon, the sweet from the sauce, and sour from my lime was chef's kiss! We did indulge in an old fashion and the silver margarita was good but nothing special. I would definitely go back and invite others to do so as well.
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Pamela S.

Yelp
Another memorable meal at Maya Cocina Mexicana! We meet friends from Ann Arbor here because it's a great midway point from our home. The service is outstanding! A warm welcome followed by solicitous attention. We sat down at 5:30 and spent several hours enjoying tamarindo margaritas, fresh guacamole, Asada tacos and a special tonight-stuffed poblano pepper with walnut sauce and pomegranate seeds. Couldn't decide on desert so we ordered one of each-flan, flourless chocolate cake and decadent tres leches. The flavors, creativity, hospitality and overall experience continue to amaze us. If you love fresh, well-prepared food, try Maya Cocina
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Lori D.

Yelp
We had a great date night! Started with appetizer chips and amazing salsa and half off happy hour margaritas! Our server was gracious and attentive! We had a great time out with amazing food and drinks! Great ambiance sitting at the high tops! We will be back soon!
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Tiffany Z.

Yelp
What a breath of fresh air (or should I say authentic air). Finally a place that's high quality, DELICIOUS, friendly service and beautiful inside and a true taste of Mexico. The Mole is amazing, like grandma used to make!! The Alambre's are so cool and unique. We had two different Alambre and they both tasted different, no muddling of flavors. Fresh and one of a kind. It's so cool that even side dishes like the rice and Peruvian beans, are made with just as much attention and care as the main dish's! We had 6 different margaritas and cocktails and all were different in flavor and yummy. Great service and just a happy place to be at. Great for a date/romantic or great for a group too. We'll be back. And our friends told us they got take away from here (family taco platter) and it's just as amazing!! So you can't go wrong with any way of getting food from Maya.
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Samantha M.

Yelp
Start with the homemade guacamole (little spicy!) & the esquites (roasted corn, cilantro, onion, jalapeño, mixed with homemade cotija cheese lime sauce). You will fall in love immediately We loved everything we had: Duck Carnitas - duck confit tacos topped with tropical fruit Taramindo, cilantro, crispy onions & arugula. On the specials menus - it was truly special Alambre de Asada - delicious prime rib grilled with bacon, onions, poblano peppers topped with manchego cheese. Phenomenal!Served with corn tortillas Enchiladas Verde - rolled tortillas stuffed with chicken & toped with salsa verde, romaine, onion, queso fresco & sour cream. It was gorgeous & delicious! Red Snapper served with rice & corn with zucchini
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Niky K.

Yelp
Update! Still an amazing restaurant! Idk why this place has gotten a few bad reviews this really surprised me! We went here for the second time everything was fresh. The menu is always changing they base their menu on what they can get fresh. They don't even have a freezer, just a refrigerator. Im surprised how fresh and authentic this menu is. I feel like this is my fave local mexican place not in southwest. I highly recommend this place. Service was super fast Victor checked on us frequently and was a very nice server. This place is also absolutely gorgeous with plants everywhere and low lighting this is a small yet classy place. Its worth the price!
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Amber W.

Yelp
Great date spot. I have celiac disease and have not had a reaction while eating here. Cocktails are fabulous. Flourless chocolate cake is divine. Owner and staff are always warm. I understand that to some service may seem slow, but I appreciate it as I am a slow eater and often feel rushed other places.
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Todd T.

Yelp
Great drinks and cool ambiance. The food is okay but the ratio of cost/portion is relatively high. Good for date night but i will not be a regular.
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Hoda A.

Yelp
Very nice inside, staff is hospital, inside is clean and calm and just a nice vibe overall. It's cute inside and the decor looks so fancy. Food was good too, small menu but no complaints!
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Joseph G.

Yelp
The owner Tim knows how to create a fine dining experience. Our server, Olivia was extremely attentive and really enjoys what she does. She is a keeper. Everything is homemade except the silverware. We started off with fresh guacamole with fresh lime, cilantro and jalapéno peppers surrounded by fresh homemade corn chips. It had just the right spicy bite ! You heard what I said! Homemade!! I ordered the Alambre De Asada. Try sliced steak off the grille, poblano peppers, a tastes of bacon , melted Oaxaca ( it's pronounced wa-ha-ka ) cheese all served in a hot skillet with homemade corn tortillas! You heard what I said! Homemade corn tortillas with the rich corn flavors. The wife also had the Maya salad . It was delicious and really complimented the dinner. How could it not with fresh Green and purple cabbage, Romaine, cilantro, red radish, cucumber, an aged cotija cheese ( named after the town of Cotija, Michoacán) and pumpkin seeds all covered with a light lime dressing.

Victor C.

Yelp
Great food in a very quiet and tasty decorated ambience and superb service. One of the best tacos in Detroit. Various types of Margaritas available.
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Frank L.

Yelp
At Maya Cocina in Livonia, MI, the cocktails shine with their inventiveness and flavor. The owner and staff exude warmth and attentiveness, creating a hospitable environment. While the ambiance is pleasant, it's the cuisine that truly captivates, with dishes that transport the essence of Mexico City and other regions of Mexico right to Livonia, MI. Camarones al la Diabla is excellent as are any of the tacos.
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Sherry B.

Yelp
I was very excited to try this place! We had about a 25 minute wait so we went to the bar to get a drink before dinner. I found the bartender to be over whelmed and kind of rude. We were watching him make the drinks and it was pretty much all ice. Considering we paid $51 for four margaritas. It was a little disappointing. We ordered the chips and salsa to start with again a little disappointing. It came with a tiny little bit of salsa and a lot of chips. I asked the waitress for a little bit more salsa and let me tell you she brought just a little. I thought the food was very over price for what you got. On a positive note, it was decorated very nicely inside. I also felt very rushed. They were clearing the table when we were still trying to finish our meal they closed at 10 PM. And it wasn't even close to closing time.??
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Tom K.

Yelp
Went to Maya with my wife and son and daughter in law to celebrate our 55th wedding anniversary.I ordered the short ribs with cochita cheese peppers and onions,excellent! My son Eric had the same but with pork,also very good. His wife ordered the chicken burritos with green tomatillo sauce,very good but too spicy for me. My wife had the Pastor tacos with pork and grilled pineapple,also wonderful. We had a complimentary flan and they ordered a tres leches raspberry cake. Wow! Service was excellent and I had my first tamarind margarita! I highly recommend for any special occasions!
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Dennis S.

Yelp
First timer, thank you Yelp! Great food and service. I love the atmosphere. We started with the guacamole and the Esquites with chorizo and chips. Our group ordered the Mahi-Mahi, De Asada tacos and I ordered the Enchiladas Verges. All were plentiful and tasty. My guests enjoyed a variety of margaritas. We will definitely add it to my favorites.
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Gaston N.

Yelp
I tried Maya Cocinca for a date night on a Saturday and I really don't have anything bad to say about the food, the service or the drinks, everything was pretty good. I 100 percent echo the almost 5 star rating. The only thing I would say is there are similar Mexican options (even in the city of Livonia alone) that might cost a little less than Maya... but it is worth a visit. No libation we had was more than $13 (we had pomegranate margs and a flor de pina), that's pretty darn good if you ask me. We also had guac, two groups of tacos (shrimp and Al pastor) and I enjoyed the mole chicken (if you've never had mole, chocolate sauce can be an acquired taste). I mixed the Peruvian beans with the rice and that was super good, coulda ate a pound of that stuff. As expressed on other reviews, the tres leches is rich but good (stay away from the raspberry sauce). Two more items. No option to mix taco types... kind of a bummer. Also, I made reservations on tock and had to pay for them, but the prepayment was not removed from my bill so I had to spend a few days trying to recoup that money after I left that night. I would call if you need to make reservations or remember to have them take the money off the bill while you're there.

Casey M.

Yelp
Amazing. 10/10. This is our go to restaurant and everything is always delicious! Salsa and tacos are so yummy! When I die I swear I want to buried with their tacos they're so damn good! I frequent this place for lunch and dinner. Chips and salsa are our favorite app! The tacos are my go too, and the rice? Wow. I always order extra rice to take home for later. Seriously though, we just moved from the west side last year and had a hard time finding a good Mexican place near our apartment. Bario is 'meh'. Employees are always so nice and helpful. I love how quiet it is when I go in there. ( I just saw someone say they don't allow kids, um game changer. I'd give 50stars just for that reason). Anyways 50/10, go here! I'm about to go get lunch, pics below, and then maybe take out for dinner later when my bf gets off work.

Julie S.

Yelp
This is some of the best Mexican food that we've ever had. Excellent menu and outstanding margaritas.
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Jamila J.

Yelp
The food here is great! I always order the same thing and occasionally I'll order a margarita. The service is always good and I love the art work!
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Alex C.

Yelp
The atmosphere was great, very intimate - perfect for a date night. Food was delicious, but they did not allow us to mix and match which was a little disappointing. Waiting staff was attentive. A little more on the pricey side, but I would go back.

Sara C.

Yelp
We came to this restaurant for lunch. OMG, what a hidden gem. We had chips and salsa and esquites for our appetizer. The chips and salsa are made in house. The salsa was THE perfect blend of smoky and savory. The esquites portion size was good and very well seasoned. For our mains, we had the pork belly tacos and the portabello alambre, side of pinto beans, all amazing with more food than we could eat. The menu had a good variety of vegetarian and pescatarian options. The restaurant itself is small but very tastefully decorated. The service was not rushed but with good pacing to be able to savor and enjoy the food. We will definitely be back. My only regret is not taking pictures!
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Jen P.

Yelp
Excellent service and very fresh food. The flan for dessert was excellent! It's small, but well-decorated, with a great drink menu.
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Michael P.

Yelp
Let's start here, this restaurant is outstanding!! My wife , son, daughter- in- law and I love GOOD Mexican food and margaritas from scratch. We were recommended to this restaurant from some close friends. So as COVID cleared in the spring we ventured out to Maya Cocina Mexicana, we did not have a reservation but got there early enough to be seated . Our waiter a young man, was outstanding. I wish I remembered his name but we all agreed on his terrific service, attentiveness and recommendations were appreciated. This is a small place located in Livonia , MI of all places. Not typically a city known for high end restaurants to be located. Sorry Livonia, but this is more like a new Detroit hot spot, Novi or even Birmingham style place . But thank you for being close by!! I posted some pictures of what we tried, overall everything we had was mouth watering good , made from scratch and the flavors and combinations were amazing. My compliments to the chef, staff and owners to include my friends for recommending Maya Cocina Mexicana . Now I just hope it doesn't get so busy you can't get in to eat. Until next time... enjoy Michael
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GG M.

Yelp
I'd give 10 stars if it was possible! Literally some of the best Mexican food I've had! Love the whole vibe here. Amazing service, great food, and hands down the BEST MOJITO EVER. Good music, cute decor, and the cleanliness of this entire place (bathroom included) is worth adding this place to your list of places to try. Felt like a little spot you'd find on a vacation resort. Thank me later

Eric D.

Yelp
Had an early lunch here. Food was very good.. nice menu and a great drink menu. Service was wonderful. Will return.

Daniel T.

Yelp
One of the best in the metro area! Food is authentic and nicely prepared. Atmosphere is cozy and beautiful. Service is polite, explaining all dishes well. Glad I came here!
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Caroline B.

Yelp
The best restaurant in the whole city and it of the surrounding cities. Such a gem. I've had several items of the menu, which isn't large but is quality, and my favorite is the tacos de sada. Simple and just GOOD. I don't personally get a side but their rice and Peruvian beans are excellent. My drink of choice is the mandarin vesper. They have the best tres leches so, don't skip dessert!
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Amethyst W.

Yelp
Located in a strip mall with convenient parking. We had reservations for 615 and the table is ready. We had a great service. The appetizers guacamole and corn appetizers were good. I had the ribeye in the pan, which was ok. It wasn't very tasty and had so much oil. I would come back, but would need to try other options to
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Patrick W.

Yelp
Food here seems very authentic. And quite delicious. Service was excellent as well. The Verde sauce was spot on. Although the corn salad or Esquites may be a touch on the spicy side for the general public for me, it was very good.
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Bernadette B.

Yelp
*COVID19 Edition* Woohoo! I've got a new favorite Mexican restaurant. The taste of the food feels really authentic, and it isn't your standard Mexican restaurant fare. I absolutely loved the Alhambra de carne, but honestly everything was delicious. The shrimp tacos were a bit spicy for me, but they were enjoyed by my Dad who likes spicy food. I just don't think I have it in me to have eaten a whole entrée of it. (For reference, I am a complete wimp when it comes to spicy food.) Otherwise, this place is a bit on the pricier side. This is not the place to go if you're looking for a quick, cheap Mexican place. This is the place to go if you're looking for a fun night out. Because of COVID19, I haven't eaten inside the restaurant yet, but they are open for dining in. It's on my to do list!
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Ariana S.

Yelp
Best place for Mexican food in the area! Everything is super fresh, local, and delicious. Great authentic flavors amazing menu! Love all the margaritas here, the Pomegranate is my favorite! Great alambres - Skillets full of flavor and a bunch of tortillas so you can make as many tacos as you desire. Al pastor tacos are also delicious. Also, LOVE that they require all guests to be 13 and up makes it so much more sophisticated and peaceful. Nothing like a kid crying next to you to ruin your anniversary dinner - love them for that! This is my new go to for Mexican cuisine love the ambience, the service, and most importantly the food! 10/10 recommend to anyone in the area looking for a new place to try!

Tyler G.

Yelp
This is a great place for a date. Food, drinks, and ambiance were all great! The server, Victor, was very knowledgeable about the food and suggested his favorites. We ordered the esquites (spicy elote) with chorizo for an app which was flavorful in every bite. The chorizo added a perfect spice to it. For entrees we ordered the cauliflower tacos along with the Carne Asada fajitas, both very good. We also really appreciated a visit from Tim, the Owner/Manager who asked us how our experience was and gave us some of his backstory. We will definitely be going back to try some more items on the menu!
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Yvette M.

Yelp
I chose this restaurant because of the vegan taco offering. So here the cauliflower tacos and I was so happy with my choice. delicious delicious delicious. great service, yes I will be back.
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Nicole E.

Yelp
They are open until 10pm tonight. Their line tends to go straight to busy and did for my first 5 calls to them. Alex is waiting on us tonight. We started with chips and salsa and guacamole, no salt on our chips. An order of Alambre de pollo and tostadas de tinga and a Maya salad. The salsa here is roasted and has a nice kick to it from the jalapeño, it's nice and thick too. The corn chips are thicker, crunchy and slightly warm too. They are not greasy either. The guacamole is so yummy. Get hints of the heat from the fresh jalapeño here and there. Alex checked up on us to make sure we were satisfied with our chips, salsa and guacamole too. The maya salad is good, dressing is subtle, but tasty. It's all a nice balance of nutty flavor from the pepinos to the crunchy and green slaw. The alambre de pollo is covered in cheese, forgot to ask for it without the cheese. It comes with corn tortillas and a side of jalapeño sauce. It's nicely sizzled in the skillet. The tostadas de pollo are nice and packed and crunchy too. Comes with a side of chipotle sauce. The chipotle sauce is smokey and yummy. My mouth and lips burn some from the jalapeños. The service and food is really good here. $61.48 was our total bill.
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Lita F.

Yelp
I dined at Maya Cocina Mexicana on Valentine's Day! My honey was really amped about this place and we had tried to go a previous time, I had the guacamole and chip and the guacamole was really good and seasoned well. Chips were homemade and delicious. I tried the Valentine drink the raspberry margarita and it was very pretty taste was just so-so. I had a chicken skillet and it was delicious. The bartender was not so friendly or efficient. I don't think he was expecting a tip but on the contrary black people do tip! I had to ask for water and he was slow to greet but when I tipped he brought me a rose, I guess that was something that that was apart of Valentine's Day. Kudos to whomever thought of that great touch. Would recommend great food, ambience, and decor
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Chuck R.

Yelp
I'd gotten a "word of mouth" (so to speak) recommendation about Maya Cocina from a Livonia friend. My wife and I decided to go there for an anniversary dinner. This turned out to be a great choice! The place is elegant, small and quiet. The fare is so much different from the "Mex-Mex" that folks seem to think represents all Mexican cooking. It is "upscale" in its ambience and pricing, but very well-worth it as a "special occasion" dining destination. And, no kids. ¡Muchas gracias por eso!
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Kimberly S.

Yelp
Ended up here when the wait at my usual Mexican place was an hour and a half. What a fantastic happy accident. We spent a bit more than we would have elsewhere but it was absolutely worth it. Everything was fresh. Delicious. Nice, normal portions. Not so much food you're stuffing yourself and not so little you're left wanting more. Mom got their mahi mahi special and I got taquitos with a side of their Mexican rice. We got guacamole to start, and margaritas. My cucumber margarita was perfect for summer. Great service. Very nice, relaxing atmosphere. Will definitely be back.
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Ann W.

Yelp
While waiting for Art of Bread to open up for the day, I noted Maya, a beautiful Mexican restaurant nearby. A peek at their website and a quick check on Yelp and I was determined to try this place. During the pandemic, the menu is limited, a few starters, entrées, family meals, and desserts. According to the owner, the menu was initially not designed for takeout. A new one, with meals that travel better, would be available soon. Clearly, he has been thinking of improving his guests' experience. Despite the curated menu, I found enough items that were of interest. I almost always order elotes when they are on the menu so when I saw esquites, sold by the pint, of course, I would order them. Can I say that the esquites, roasted corn, cheese, and jalapenos were exquisite? For my main course, I enjoyed the alambre de asada, which consisted of thinly sliced beef, diced bacon, onions and poblano peppers, melted cheese with a number of palm-sized corn tortilla. I loved the rich and complex flavors of the dish. It was also large enough for sharing. For dessert, I had the flan, a light egg-based dessert with a boozy-liquor syrup. It was even better the next day, directly from the fridge, cold, sweet and syrupy. The restaurant is beautiful. I loved the wood accents (tabletop and beams), marble bar, and black and white tiles. Since the restaurant is relatively new, opening its doors in August, it was also very clean. I cannot wait to enjoy a meal in the restaurant. But until I feel safe to eat indoors at restaurants, I'll be relying on pick-up.
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Jessica P.

Yelp
Our waiter, Alex was the best you can get as an attentive server. It was our first time coming here and he took the time to explain the menu and point out his favorite dishes for us to try. He never let our waters run empty and gave us enough space to enjoy our food but not feel neglected. We ordered the chips and salsa for an appetizer and for our main I got tampiqueña per Alex's recommendation and my husband got Alambre de pollo without the peppers or onions. The chips and salsa were subpar and are the main reason I knocked a star off. Maybe if they were complimentary I would have let it slide, but I paid $7 and it was just okay. I would not get it next time and would tell anyone else to skip it when they come here. My dish was skirt steak (medium rare) with a cheese enchilada, rice, beans, and guacamole. Everything was fantastic! The guacamole was interesting because it was essentially chopped up tomato and avocado that was tossed together but I loved it. My steak was cooked exactly how I wanted which is important and the rice had amazing flavor. The beans were okay but to be honest, I'm not a huge fan of beans anyways so I wasn't too upset with them. My husbands dish was both our favorites. The cheese and chicken combo melts In your mouth perfectly and left us wanting more. When we come back I will definitely explore more of these options!
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Donna A.

Yelp
Loved the setting for adult seating. Wait staff was very prompt and attentive. My husband had the Ribeye Huitlocoche w/vegetables and fingerling potatoes. The sauce that accompanied the steak was fantastic. One of the best steaks he's ever had. I loved my Tacos Asada. This was the third time we've been there and we'll be back. We highly recommend this upscale restaurant.
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Michael P.

Yelp
Stopped in here after seeing all the good reviews. Smaller place than what I was expecting so there can be longer waits at peak time and weekends so you might want to plan ahead. Coming in we sat in the bar area at the high tops and I noticed the really nice wall of liquor and tequila choices. I didn't drink this time but I will be back for some beverages. The menu had some nice diversity to it but it is a smaller menu so you should check the menu before coming to make sure what they serve is your style. A small menu is not a bad thing in my opinion if your options are all top notch. I had the mushroom skillet thing and roasted corn appetizer, both were really good. I will for sure be back to try some more of their options.
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Kennedie B.

Yelp
WOW what a hidden gem!! I found this place on Yelp and I am SO impressed. The atmosphere was moody yet upbeat. The Margs were to die for and you can tell the bartender puts his heart into every drink he made. I love a good spicy Marg so I got the Jalapeño Marg and it was delicious! We split the chips and guac to start and the chips were fresh and the guac was full of flavor. All three meals we ordered were super delicious. I will definitely be back!!
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Marquel H.

Yelp
I have been here for dinner and brunch and both times we arrived just after opening. The first time, for dinner, the host was still putting on his tie and he seemed annoyed that we were there, but after we sat down everything went better. The food was really good. Fresh, authentic and full of great flavors. The wait staff is polite and accommodating, it really feels like they are genuinely happy that you are there and they want you to enjoy everything. Brunch was also really good. Nice sized portions and the menu has interesting options. The dining area is relatively small but it hasn't really been too busy when we have been there.
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Christina M.

Yelp
Amazing! Amazing! Amazing! I'm so glad this new little gem found its way to Livonia! We just wanted to check it out, so went in for a pre-dinner appetizer and cocktail. They were both made to perfection! We had the Esquites with the chorizo and chips added on. I had the Maya Margarita & my husband had the Golden Margarita. We sat at the bar and watched the bartender make our drinks - he took such care with each one. He was professional, kind and the perfect amount of attentive. Full disclosure, it is a bit pricy. We paid $50 total for the appetizer and 2 drinks but honestly, I feel the quality, service and atmosphere made it totally worth it! The space is small so I recommend making a reservation. This is the perfect date place or girl's night spot! I can't wait to come back for dinner soon!