Maya

Name: Maya
Address: 479b King St, Charleston, SC, United States, 29403
Telephone: (843) 789-4299
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

216 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

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Inspired by Mexico’s vibrant and diverse cuisine, located in Charleston, SC’s lively upper King Street district. Maya captures a mix of Mexico’s rich history and unique regional landscapes through an authentic, ingredient driven menu. Offerings celebrate the region’s uniquely bold flavors and traditional techniques through a selection of classic and reimagined Mexican dishes with hints of coastal influence. The restaurant’s in-house masa program, provides freshly made chips, tortillas, and other dishes. From the bar, Mexican cervezas, worldly wines, and a mezcal-laden lineup of cocktails round out the experience. The restaurant’s design-forward interiors embrace minimalistic influences from the Yucatán coast, welcoming nature indoors with crisp, coastal vibes flush with bright whites, rich mixed woods, and other organic furnishings. On the open-air patio, the space comes alive with a full bar, live music, and open-fire cooking on a comal, a circular, flat griddle used to cook masa.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 26, 2022

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7:00 PM

Booked 33 times today

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Bar Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(843) 789-4299
Website
http://mayachs.com/
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
A regional Mexican eatery with coastal influences. Maya, located in Charleston SC's lively upper King Street district, serves a menu that is inspired by Mexico's vibrant and diverse cuisine. Bold flavors with traditional techniques through a selection of classic and reimagined Mexican dishes.
Private party contact
The Indigo Road Event Team: (844) 574-8188

Location
479b King St Charleston, SC 29403
Neighborhood
Downtown Charleston
Parking details
None

Popular dishes

Guacamole$12.00
smashed avocado, serrano chiles, onion & cilantro with totopos
Aguachile$19.00
diver scallops, jicama, cucumber, radish, serrano chile & sea beans in a seasonal spicy aguachile
Tostada de Atun$16.00
yellowfin tuna, smashed avocado, salsa macha, crispy shallots & cilantro
Bruselas Bravas$10.00
roasted Brussels sprouts, salsa macha, pickled red onion, sesame seeds
Queso Fundido$12.00
choice of chorizo con papas or mushrooms, queso fresco & cilantro with tortillas
Ensalada$10.00
watercress, red onion, radish, pepita dressing, queso fresco, crispy onions
Chiles Toreados$8.00
blistered shishito peppers, soy lime & sea salt
Tostada de Betabel$12.00
salsa blanca, roasted red beets, red onion, serrano chili, queso fresco za'atar, sea bean

Platos Fuertes

Pollo en Mole$24.00
half roasted chicken with mole negro, tortillas & rice
Mole Verde
market fish, mole verde, seasonal vegetables with tortillas & rice
- MKT Price
Cochinita Pibil$32.00
achiote braised Heritage Pork cheeks, habernero aside, xnipec, cilantro, lime, served with black beans and tortillas
Echiladas de Calabaza$20.00
potato & cheese stuffed enchiladas, creamy pumpkin & squash salsa, sliced avocado, crema, pepitas, onion & watercress

Tacos

served two per order on nixtamal corn tortillas

Al Pastor$11.00
spit roasted pork in adobo, guac taquero, salsa roja, pineapple, onion & cilantro
Pescado$12.00
masa tempura fried cobia, guacamole, cabbage, pickled onion, morita mayo
Brisket$14.00
suadero style brisket, guac taquero, salsa roja, onion & cilantro
Hongo$10.00
braised mushrooms, pasilla oaxaca, sunflower seed, quesillo, epazote
Coliflor$12.00
roasted cauliflower, smashed avocado, gooseberry salsa, pipits, queso fresco
Carnitas de Pollo$11.00
confit chicken, guac taquero, escabeche, chicharron

A Lado

Arroz$6.00
carolina gold rice
Frijoles$6.00
black beans with queso fresco
50/50$6.00
half rice, half black beans

What 216 people are saying

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Charleston
Fit for Foodies
Charleston
Vibrant Bar Scene

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Keek
Cincinnati
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was gluten free and SO incredibly delicious! Our server was attentive, knowledgeable, and really took care of us! Already texted friends coming down later this summer and told them to put it on their list!
AG
AliciaG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food, drinks, service and ambiance is a major vibe. Our server was outstanding and made our experience here so amazing. Absolutely loved our visit here.
BP
BrianP
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great atmosphere, staff, and food! Would recommend for anyone.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Charlotte
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall1food2service1ambience2
I guess we should’ve specified we had kids in our party. The manager did accommodate us but there was clear distain towards us that we brought kids into a not kid friendly place. Our server came to us one time. We ordered drinks that never came. We were sat at the very back as not to disturb others although our kids are very well behaved. The manager did try to comp some of our meal for the missed drinks and what not which we appreciated but we just would have appreciated good service. If you have kids don’t go.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Jackson Hole
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Anna, our waitress was a 10/10! She was attentive and kind. The food was great but we'd come back just for her service.
LK
LindsayK
Minneapolis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
LOVED IT. Everything was delicious and the ambience was great.
F
Fitgrl817
Charleston
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience5
Potato and cheese enchiladas were a treat! Our bartender outside on the patio was really kind and attentive. Worth a try for sure.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server, Anna, was the best!
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pats
Atlanta
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience5
Service was really good. Very attentive but not over bearing.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Food was incredible; duck carnitas were phenomenal (wish they were pre pulled) nonetheless spectacular. Big compliments on the brisket tacos as well. Tip of the hat to chef
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food. Great service. Thank you!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Antonio
16 reviews
vip
3.0
16 reviews
Dined on June 13, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
Fairly flavorless Mexican cuisine. If you are used to traditional Mexican food, you will be a little disappointed. It was interesting, and a nice break from Fried Chicken & collard greens in Charleston. Drinks were fair, but slow to be served.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Little pricy, but delicious food. Server was outstanding!
MC
MikeC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Our first visit to Maya will not be our last! Al pastor tacos could use a little char on the pineapple, otherwise all was perfect! Aguachile, brisket tacos, scallops, duck confit…sensational! Highly recommended!!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall4food2service5ambience5
Our server was great! They put us in the very back of the restaurant because we had reservations. The food was okay, smaller dishes but good vibe overall.
K
Kelly
Memphis/West TN
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on June 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Amazing salsa and brisket tacos- possibly best EVER!
TH
TinaH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We loved the ambiance from photos on instagram. We loved the gluten free, natural ingredients and that the drinks were not overly sweetened. Mexican food lovers we are! This was top notch. The best part was the friendly staff. Favorite restaurant in Charleston!
LB
LindaB
Philadelphia
56 reviews
vip
5.0
56 reviews
Dined on June 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great friendly place with wonderful creative food
TB
TommyB
Atlanta
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing. But the service was the best we have received in years. Our waitress wAs warm and welcoming and so very helpful.
SD
SarahD
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went to Maya with a large group. The host was incredibly flexible and set us up with a great table when our party doubled in size last-minute. The food and drinks were delicious, especially the tacos. Highly recommend!
DL
DaveL
Charleston
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on June 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a great addition to North King Street dining. It combines interesting twists on Mexican food with an unbeatable list of tequilas and mescals.
HS
HunterS
Denver
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience3
Great food. The enchiladas were unique and outstanding. I did not care as much for the fatty pork tacos but the pescado were stellar. Our server was attentive and helpful. Dessert of churros was APlus. The big minus: we had reservations for 7pm. When we arrived, there were only a few occupied tables. However, we were seated at the worst table in the place. Right next to the busboy station and kitchen doors. When I asked to be moved, the hostess sighed, made a face and marched us back to the entrance. After conversing with someone else she seated us at a better table and just walked away. Though the food and server were great I would have to think twice about returning because of the moody “front of house” personality.
JL
JenniLynn
E. Tennessee
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Cocktails are clean (and fun), food is DELICIOUS and healthy and wait staff was very responsive. Portions could have been a little bigger for the price BUT its downtown Charleston and they are very food allergen friendly...everything is gluten free, perfect for Celiacs!
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Quahog
Charleston
22 reviews
4.0
22 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Maya Relatively New Mexican restaurant on busy busy King street. The pluses are many; good food and super wait staff. The menu was inventive but not a lot of choice. Not as noisy as most restaurants and a pleasing mod Tex/Mex vibe. The brisket taco was excellent. Overall we give it a solid four clams on the coveted Five Quahog Rating Scale.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall4food3service4ambience4
Outside seating was nicely covered. It was not as clean as I would’ve expected, and all the benched were hard wood (nice looking) but hard to sit on for an hour.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Maya was such an incredible experience for our first night in town. The entire wait staff went out of their way to make sure we had an unforgettable night. Lindsey, our waitress, was incredible and helped give us a great birthday celebration! The food was also incredible. Our favorite was the brisket tacos! Thank you Maya and thank you Lindsey!
LI
LoriI
Charleston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our first time to Maya. Celebrating our anniversary. The service was amazing, the food delicious. They brought us two glasses champagne and dessert on the house for our anniversary. We will definitely be going back!
MC
MC90
Atlanta
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and very unique. Great drinks as well. Would recommend!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had the best girls night on the patio! Guacamole and margaritas were hands down the best I’ve had in Charleston. The vibe was modern/chic, our server was polite & energetic, and the food was fresh and delicious! Would 10/10 recommend!
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dinnerfor2
Western NC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Awesome brunch and accommodating to us and our toddler with food allergies by providing outdoor seating and helping us navigate food options. Would recommend to others looking for a brunch that's a little different from eggs and hollandaise! Cocktails were great too!
DH
DanaH
Charleston
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 27, 2022
overall2food1service3ambience2
We had to wait 20 minutes after being sat before a server finally approached our table and another 20+ min before our cocktails arrived. The biggest disappointment overall was the food. We’ve dined here numerous times when Maya first opened and the food had been amazing. Tonight, it was a completely different experience. Every dish was overwhelmingly salty but lacked any true flavor. We watched several tables send back their food but we were so hungry, we ate. We left with salt covered lips and will most likely not be returning any time soon. They need to fix the issues going on in the kitchen.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Exclusive
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2022
overall2food1service2ambience2
Really disappointed in the experience, food was terrible, drinks weren’t made right, no fault of the server I believe. Was recommended by multiple people to try it so will go again in 6 months or so and see if anything has changed. Not sure what was going on but wow. I’m not one to complain to management so we left.
T
Traveler
Charleston
48 reviews
vip
3.0
48 reviews
Dined on May 26, 2022
overall3food2service2ambience4
Food lacked the depth of flavor expected. Meats not well cooked and iOS looked as though it was prepared in a hurry. None of the service staff looked happy or smiled. Almost like they had been beat up or forced to do something. Not a happy environment. The hostess looked at us as if she lost her best friend and was not even cordial. Such a disappointment.
PS
PerryS
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 26, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience3
On the expensive side, food came out before our drinks. Pretty loud, food was good.
WT
WorldTraveler
Chicago
30 reviews
vip
1.0
30 reviews
Dined on May 23, 2022
overall1food2service1ambience2
It is terrible on Monday. Reheated dry meat/taste s left over from the weekend . Bad service. It is way better on the weekend. I tried same dishes before on the weekend, they taste way better. Plus proper service.
j
jenitas
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and vibes and even a better service !
JJ
JJ1019
Greensboro
36 reviews
4.0
36 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Authentic creative Mexican food! The food is definitely the star here and so far this place tops our list for Mexican in the area!
AM
AllisonM
Columbus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was absolutely fantastic. Best homemade chips and guac I've ever had!
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OpenTable Diner
Charleston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Birthday exceptional service
LD
LisaD
Toronto
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food and margaritas are incredible. Definitely try the blistered shishito peppers with soy and the watermelon margarita. 🍉 🌶 Anna, our server was outstanding and friendly. We really enjoyed meeting her. My only complaint is the noise level. Unfortunately my mom and I could barely hear each other to chat because it was so loud.

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Maya is rated 4.6 stars by 216 OpenTable diners.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 26, 2022

June 2022

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7:00 PM

Booked 33 times today

479b King St Charleston, SC 29403

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Neighborhood
Downtown Charleston
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Bar Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None

Website
http://mayachs.com/
Phone number
(843) 789-4299
Private party facilities
A regional Mexican eatery with coastal influences. Maya, located in Charleston SC's lively upper King Street district, serves a menu that is inspired by Mexico's vibrant and diverse cuisine. Bold flavors with traditional techniques through a selection of classic and reimagined Mexican dishes.
Private party contact
The Indigo Road Event Team: (844) 574-8188

Maya

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Private dining

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Brisket

Queso Fundido

Mole Verde

Antojitos

Guacamole$12.00

Aguachile$19.00

Tostada de Atun$16.00

Bruselas Bravas$10.00

Queso Fundido$12.00

Ensalada$10.00

Chiles Toreados$8.00

Tostada de Betabel$12.00

Platos Fuertes

Pollo en Mole$24.00

Mole Verde

Cochinita Pibil$32.00

Echiladas de Calabaza$20.00

Tacos

Al Pastor$11.00

Pescado$12.00

Brisket$14.00

Hongo$10.00

Coliflor$12.00

Carnitas de Pollo$11.00

A Lado

Arroz$6.00

Frijoles$6.00

50/50$6.00

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