Japanese-Mexican Fusion (elevated, lakefront) · Wayzata / Lake Minnetonka

Macanda

★ 4.2 · 486 Google reviews · $$$

Daniel del Prado's lakefront Wayzata concept in the Boatworks building. Originally opened 2022 as elevated Mexican, pivoted in 2025 to Japanese-Mexican fusion with new menu refresh. Also home to MacandaHiFi, the lake's only vinyl lounge and record bar. Shares building with 6Smith.

The Room

What it's actually like

Macanda is highly regarded for its beautiful lakefront atmosphere, creative cocktails, and fusion cuisine blending Japanese and Mexican flavors. While service and food quality are generally praised, the restaurant has faced criticism for inconsistent execution, small portions relative to pricing, and a menu transition that alienated some long-time vegetarian patrons. Most reviewers strongly recommend it for special occasions and date nights.

modern lakefrontvibrant and invitingstylish with plantsdim lightingenergetic bar scene
Diners keep mentioning
crispy rice and spicy tunaking crab rollfast pitch paloma cocktailcorn esquitesbeef empanadasYellowtail Jalapeno sashimi
Ambiance
upscale-casual
Noise level
lively
Dress code
smart casual
Outdoor seating
Yes
Good for
date night, celebration, birthday dinner
Reservations
unknown

Wait reality — Reservations recommended, especially for larger groups and weekend dining. Best times to visit are weekday evenings to avoid crowds. Some reviewers mention being turned away due to prioritization of bar seating over table seating during busy periods.

Derived from 77 recent Google reviews — not marketing copy.

Menu

What's cooking

Share plates

Beef Empanadas
beef picadillo, cilantro chimi, arbol mayo
Calamari
battered, curlido vegetables, lime habanero mayo
Chicken Karaage
lightly battered and fried chicken served with spicy mayo
Crispy Rice with Spicy Avocadovegetarian
crispy sushi rice topped with avocado and chili oil
Crispy Rice with Spicy Tuna
crispy sushi rice, topped with spicy tuna*, spicy mayo, tobiko*
Edamamevegetarianvegan
steamed edamame topped with sea salt
Grilled Broccolinivegetarianvegan
grilled and charred broccolini coated with black vinegar sauce
Guacamole Mixtovegetarianvegan
avocado, cilantro, pistachio macha
Macanda Caesarvegetarian
broccolini, pepitas, croutons, parmesan
Oysters
pico de gallo, red sauce, lemon
Rock Shrimp Tempura
lightly battered and fried rock shrimp with our house sauce
Shiitake Sesame Saladvegetarianvegan
daikon, miso vinaigrette
Shishito Peppersvegetarian
grilled shishito peppers, glazed with sesame oil and topped with bonito flakes
Truffle Edamamevegetarian
steamed edamame coated with truffle oil and topped with sea salt
Tuna Tiradito
agua chile, serrano, black sesame, avocado mousse
Details

Find it

Address
294 Grove Ln E, Ste 150, Wayzata, MN
Restaurant group
DDP Restaurant Group