Maya-KA — Restaurant in Progreso

What a horrible experience! First let me say my husband and I have both worked in the the restaurant business so we understand seating. We walked by and waiter gave us menus and invited us in.We were starving so accepted. This was around 3 pm. The only customers there were one family and 2 men. Waiter told us we could sit where we wanted. It was blazing hot and all the 2 tops were in the sun, plus some were in the sun and up against the pool that had kids splashing. We chose one of the tables that had the curtains. Waiter takes our drink orders and we had already decided on our meal and ready to place , just waiting on his return. We loved the atmosphere so much I could see us spending a couple of hours there having more drinks after our meal, I was excited for my Mango margaritas to come to the table. All of a sudden a manager walks up and tells us we cant sit there!! He said it was only seating for families!! He directed us to sit in the full blazing sun . We told him the sun was blaring there, the waiter ran up looking confused and the manager walks off. So we left. Now I totally get having certain seating available. I have hosted before and you try and save big tables for large parties but the place was practically empty at 3pm. Also if we had been told when we first walked in we could only sit certain places we could have decided to stay or go and not be embarrassed by someone pretty much throwing us out. Too bad for them. We will never be back. This was not only a vacation, but I trial run because we are planning on purchasing a home there. So they lost what could have been long time customers all because of a...

My family was on a Cruise and Progreso was one of our stops. We walked down to the beach once we were dropped off at the Flea Market. I was looking for a bathroom and came across this beautiful restaurant. I asked the host if they had a bathroom and she said yes and so went in and was so Amazed how beautiful this place was! Plus we were hungry so we decided to eat there. I could not get over how friendly Illya was and the staff was towards us. The menu was also beautiful 🤩 We had order the Coconut shrimp and they were huge! The shrimp tostadas, an appetizer with guacamole, black beans, and salsa with chips, Ceviche and different mixed drinks. Everything was fresh and homemade. We stayed for over an hour and wished we could have stayed longer but had shopping to do before we board the ship again. I highly recommend this Authentic Restaurant! I can’t wait to be able to go back one day. Definitely one of the highlights for my Cruise! I would give them 10 stars ⭐️ if I could! Such a...

Maya-KA quickly became my favorite restaurant in Progreso. I returned multiple times during my stay, bringing family with me on several visits, and every experience was exceptional. The restaurant itself is stunning—right on the Malecón with a fresh breeze, a pool to cool off in, and thoughtful touches like a beach shower. The ambiance, the cultural decor, the music—it all creates a space that’s both relaxing and full of soul.

But what truly made Maya-KA stand out was the service, especially from Martin. From my first visit, his professionalism, warmth, and genuine attention to detail left such a strong impression that I requested his section every time. He anticipated our needs without hovering, knew the menu inside and out, and treated every guest with grace. He brings five-star energy to a beachfront setting—balancing friendly conversation with seamless service.

The food was consistently incredible. I sampled a wide range of dishes, from traditional Yucatecan recipes to fresh seafood, and everything was vibrant, beautifully prepared, and bursting with flavor. My entire family—across generations—was thoroughly impressed.

Maya-KA is a gem, and Martin is a rare talent. If anyone deserves a raise or recognition, it’s him. He’s not just a great server—he’s the kind of person who elevates the entire dining experience.

Maya-KA se convirtió rápidamente en mi restaurante favorito en Progreso. Volví varias veces durante mi estancia, acompañado por familia en varias ocasiones, y cada visita fue excepcional. El restaurante es hermoso—ubicado justo en el Malecón, con brisa fresca, una alberca para refrescarse y detalles bien pensados como una regadera después de la playa. El ambiente, la decoración cultural, la música… todo crea un espacio relajante y lleno de alma.

Pero lo que realmente hizo destacar a Maya-KA fue el servicio, especialmente el de Martín. Desde mi primera visita, su profesionalismo, amabilidad y atención genuina al detalle me impresionaron tanto que pedí estar en su sección cada vez que regresé. Anticipa las necesidades sin ser invasivo, conoce perfectamente el menú y trata a cada persona con elegancia y cuidado. Martín tiene el nivel de servicio de un restaurante de cinco estrellas, y lo ofrece con naturalidad en un entorno relajado frente al mar.

La comida fue siempre increíble. Probé una gran variedad de platillos, desde recetas tradicionales yucatecas hasta mariscos frescos, y todo estaba vibrante, perfectamente preparado y lleno de sabor. Mi familia, de diferentes generaciones, quedó encantada.

Maya-KA es una joya, y Martín es un talento excepcional. Si alguien merece un aumento o reconocimiento, es él. No es solo un gran mesero: es el tipo de persona que transforma toda la experiencia...