It started with a truck, some exquisite marinades, and a lotta love.
In 2009, fresh off a big market crash, Marination owners Kamala and Roz decided on a new kind of investment: running their own business. Big Blue took to the streets in June, with smiles for miles and a unique Hawaiian-Korean fusion cuisine in tow.
After millions of tacos, thousands of malasadas, and over ten incredible years
Marination has grown into an ono-filled restaurant ohana! A full bar and restaurant on Alki with THE BEST VIEW in Seattle, one little brick-and-mortar in Seattle’s Downtown neighborhood, and one southend restaurant with a full bar and patio in the heart of Columbia City. Our commitment to serving up Everyday Aloha extends throughout each of Marination’s locations and is reflected in the community lifted up in each space.
We believe in fun.
We believe in flavor.
We believe in delivering daily Aloha to Seattle! We support these beliefs by hiring vibrant, joyful people to prepare, cook, and serve our saucy and delicious fare; to connect with our customers and share a smile or a joke; and to facilitate our events and catering operations.
The people have spoken again and again…
about how our spicy, tangy, sweet and aloha-laden fare brightens their day (if not the whole week!) Featured in local and national press, Marination’s success grew organically through word-of-mouth — and we’re proud of that!
A strong social media presence has allowed us to stay connected with the awesome people who love our food, bring their friends, and cater their events and meetings. More importantly, with the help of our awesome order takers, we’ve been able to keep our business centered on the people who’ve taken us to where we are.
Want some scratch-based street food that’s bursting with flavor?
A great place to meet friends and enjoy the city?
Asian fusion for lunch?
Look no further — mahalo!
xoxo, Marination 🤙🌈