Magna Kainan

Magna Kainan reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Marti VIP

   Chicago41 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We were in town for a long weekend and I’d seen this on Instagram. I’m so glad I made a reservation as it was a steady flow of people. The staff was wonderful, drinks were amazing and the food was delicious!! Chefs kiss! I definitely recommend this spot!
   

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   Nathan

   Denver2 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   The food is fine. Nothing memorably good or bad. Presentation and preparation could both be refined. Service was inconsistent—everyone’s entrees came out at different times and additional orders of drinks or food seemed to take ages to come out. Cute vibes but overall not a place I’d return to.
   

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   Laura

   Dallas1 review

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Incredible food, especially the bread and 2 butters (I forget the name of the dish)
   

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   Bradley VIP

   Denver5 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 28, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   We have been to Magna Kainana 3 times now. We make multiple visits to many of the new restaurants in town. This way we are able to try the menu variety and give the restaurant a proper review. The first time was opening week and everything was perfect. Steak was great, fried rice was great, chicken skewer, scallop skewer. Amazing and we were telling everyone to go! Second visit was good, even better service (everyone settled in) but we ordered a couple items that didn't win us over on flavor including the eggplant skewer, scallop ceviche and charred cabbage. We decided to go a third time to finish trying the menu and make sure we could give it a great rating that matched our first visit. This third visit was ok, I get it, Sunday night, Skeleton crew etc. but the music was bad which set the ambiance back a bit. Server was solid. We went through the menu and placed a large order with some remaining items including crispy lamb, crab squid ink noodles, salmon etc. we enjoyed most of it. Ticket time was a little off. Squid ink noodles came before lumpia, waited almost 30 minutes for the lamb. The lamb was over fried and so dry it was mostly inedible. The salmon just wasn't right. The squid ink noodles are amazing though and so was the lemongrass chicken. Overall not a bad experience but not the wow factor we found during our first visit. I'm not always one to write reviews but coming from the food service industry and being a "foodie", I wanted to share our experience and let you know where we felt you came up short. Thanks for reading!
   

   Magna KainanResponded on May 2, 2025

   Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful and detailed review—we really appreciate your support and your commitment to truly exploring the menu! It means a lot to us that you've visited three times and were such fans from the start. Your feedback on the timing, ambiance, and specific dishes is incredibly valuable and has already been shared with our team. We’re constantly working to deliver that consistent “wow” factor you mentioned from your first visit, and we're hopeful we’ll have the chance to show you our best again soon. Thanks again for your honesty and for cheering us on—we hope visit #4 brings the magic full circle! See You Soon! Nehra General Manager
   

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   Georgia

   Portland4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 28, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fantastic menu! I’m so glad I found Magna Kainan. The octopus as the most tender and flavorful that I’ve ever had. The desserts were off the charts! There are so many more dishes on the menu that I want to try. Can’t wait to go back!
   

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   Kathreena

   Denver1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 25, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This is our second time to visit Magna and both times were extraordinary experiences. We love how warm all staff welcomed us and accommodate our needs. We are definitely going back for more. I recommended this place for any celebrations.
   

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   Abigail

   Las Vegas6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 13, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Enjoyed the restaurant ambience, the servers/staff, and the food. As a 2nd Generation Filipina, the food and flavors in the dishes served were nostalgic with a beautiful modern american flair to it. Take for example their pan de sal - served fresh and warm with a side chamoy butter and a marrow butter. It was delicious. Pancit was incredibly flavorful. Main course was served with different sauces (a broth and a chili) and plenty of rice. The ube dessert reminded me of all the family parties I attended and how I used to stuff my face with them. Only the dessert arrived super fancy and with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and toasted coconut - quite the American Gastronomy. However, the dishes were incredibly heavy on the salt. My husband and I felt so full after the first course (we opted for the three course "journey") and took a few bites of the remaining courses before packing it all up and heading home. I brought the leftovers to my mom who has cut back significantly on salt due to potential high blood pressure and even she was feeling the intensity of the salt within the first few bites. That being said, I do recommend dining here and also I suggest drinking lots of water before and after your meal.
   

   Magna KainanResponded on April 17, 2025

   Thank you Abigail, for coming in and sharing your experience—it means a lot, especially from someone who connects personally with the cuisine. I’m really glad some of the dishes brought back good memories and that you got to enjoy that balance of comfort and creativity we aim for. I also truly appreciate your honest feedback about the salt levels. That’s something we take seriously, and your insight helps us reflect on how we can better balance our dishes without compromising flavor. We always want guests to feel nourished and cared for, and I’m sorry we missed the mark there. We’re always working to grow and improve, and your kind words and insight help us do just that. We hope to welcome you back soon. Salamat po! Christina Stone, General Manager
   

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   Jo Ann VIP

   Omaha21 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 6, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was excellent and the service was top notch! As a Filipina, I love how their Chef de Cuisine truly elevated the flavors I grew up with and took it to the next level. This is truly a worthy sister to their first restaurant in Portland, OR.
   

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   Magna KainanResponded on April 7, 2025

   Jo Ann, thank you so much for your kind words—it means so much coming from someone who knows and loves the flavors at the heart of our food. We’re incredibly proud to carry that spirit from Portland to Denver, and it’s guests like you who help make this place feel like family. Can’t wait to welcome you back again soon! Christina Stone, General Manager
   

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   Alia

   Denver5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 6, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was amazing! And the drinks are really fun. Our first round of orders took a while - but turned out our server misplaced them with another table. She also forgot one of our main dishes. Bit of a bummer, but honestly it was fine. We were super stuffed at this point anyway. Would love to go back!
   

   Magna KainanResponded on April 7, 2025

   Thank you, Alia, for the kind words and for being so gracious about the hiccups during your visit—we truly appreciate your understanding. I'm glad you enjoyed the food and drinks, even with the mix-up. We always aim for smoother service, and we’ll make sure everything lands exactly where it should next time. We'd love to welcome you back soon! Christina Stone, General Manager
   

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    Teena VIP

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Great food and ambience! The tofu apps was incredible! Squid ink noodle w/crab was perfectly cooked and tastefully made. Food & drinks were on the pricier end but portion size was good as shareable / family style. Highly recommended if you haven’t had Filipino food.
    

    Magna KainanResponded on April 7, 2025

    Thank you Teena, for dining with us and taking the time to share your feedback. We're so glad you enjoyed the Tokwa and Mom's Crab Fat Noodles—two dishes that are close to our hearts. We always aim for bold flavors and generous, shareable plates, so it's wonderful to hear that came through. We'd love to welcome you back anytime you're craving more—and be sure to say hi when you do! Christina Stone, General Manager
    

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