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French bistro in Dublin with authentic dishes. - Chez Max, Dublin, Leinster

Chez Max

4.7
4.7
1265 Reviews
€31 to €50
French
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Chez Max

4.7
€31 to €50
French
Dame Street

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 46 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
Chez Max Palace Street, situated in the heart of Dublin City Centre next to Dublin Castle, invites you to experience its charming French ambience, bistrot, and café. Guests can relax on the front terrace, enjoy the Parisian vintage indoor area, or unwind in the heated back patio.

For larger groups (seven or more), bookings cannot be made through this platform. Please email us at chezmaxpalace@gmail.com, and we will provide a form to collect the necessary details for your group.

**Lunch Seating:** 1 hour 30 minutes
**Dinner Seating:** 1 hour 45 minutes

**Dinner:**
Set dinner of 2 courses: €38.90
Set dinner of 3 courses: €44.90


Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    €31 to €50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, European
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–10:15 am Brunch Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (01) 633 7215
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Gary Tilley

What 1,265 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Dublin 2

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chez Max in Dublin offers an authentic French bistro experience with "amazing food and service". Guests rave about the exquisite cuisine and "outstanding" staff. The restaurant's charming ambiance captures a piece of Paris, making it a favorite spot for many. With "excellent value" and "lovely atmosphere", it's a must-visit for French cuisine enthusiasts.

1,265 Reviews
  1. Peter

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambience in Chez Max is very French. The decor, the layout and the music along with the staff all combine to give the diner the sense of being in France. We were there for lunch and there were plenty of customers. It was a lovely, lively environment and we had no trouble conversing. The food was rxcellent. I strongly recommend Chez Max.

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  2. Tania

    Dublin

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fantastic dinner at Chez Max. We chose the 3 course menu which was excellent - plenty of choice and the food was just delicious. My husband (who is French) had the escargots which he adored. The gravalax du saumon was melt in the mouth. Confit de Canard was fabulous and the wine (Merlot) was a delight. The restaurant was busy so do book ahead of time if you want to get a table especially in December. Lively but not overly noisy. We’ve eaten several times at Chez Max and it is consistently wonderful - would highly recommend.
    Chez MaxResponded 1 day ago
    Tania, merci for the lovely review! Delighted you enjoyed the 3-course menu, especially the escargots and confit de canard. Great to hear the atmosphere and wine added to your experience. We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon!

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  3. David

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    As ever, great atmosphere and experience at Chez Max.
    Chez MaxResponded 1 day ago
    David, merci for your kind words! Delighted to hear you enjoyed the atmosphere and experience—looking forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  4. Eimear

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love this place. Fab food and great wine. Excellent service and very French
    Chez MaxResponded 1 day ago
    Eimear, Merci! Delighted you love it here—fab food, great wine, and excellent service is exactly what we aim for. Hope to see you again soon!

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  5. Niall

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great bistro experience historic location excellent food & service good value also
    Chez MaxResponded 1 day ago
    Niall, Merci! So glad you enjoyed the bistro vibe, historic charm, excellent food, and service. Great to hear you found it good value too—hope to see you again soon

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  6. Brid

    Dublin

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely food, ambience and good value. Will definitely be back. A little gem in the heart of Dublin
    Chez MaxResponded 3 days ago
    Brid, merci for the lovely review! We’re delighted you enjoyed the food, ambience, and value. Thrilled to be considered a little gem—we can’t wait to welcome you back!

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  7. Marian

    Dublin

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A terrific dining experience Great ambience with very helpful staff who gave excellent service Food was superb all courses were of a high stand and delicious Check Max has a unique French style and food and is very well priced.
    Chez MaxResponded 3 days ago
    Marian, merci for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the ambience, superb food, and excellent service from our team. It’s wonderful to hear you appreciate our unique French style and value. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Max.

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  8. evie

    Connacht

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delish food, great service! A great date night spot
    Chez MaxResponded 3 days ago
    Evie, merci for the kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the food and service. Delighted to hear Chez Max made for a great date night—hope to see you again soon!

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  9. Geraldine

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a lovely time - food was excellent, staff were very pleasant and attentive and there was a super atmosphere.
    Chez MaxResponded 3 days ago
    Geraldine, merci for your kind feedback. We’re delighted you enjoyed the food, atmosphere, and the attentive service from our team—it’s lovely to hear your annual gathering was a pleasant one. We understand how important time with friends is, and we appreciate your thoughts on the timing. To ensure smooth service, especially during our busiest periods, we do note the table duration on all our booking platforms, including our website, to keep guests informed in advance. We hope this won’t deter you from joining us again. We’d be thrilled to welcome you back for another memorable gathering in the future! Max.

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  10. Daniel

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I had a really long pleasant lunch today in what felt like a little bit of France - a perfect setting. Looking forward to my next visit.
    Chez MaxResponded on 26 November 2024
    Daniel, merci for your lovely review! We’re delighted you enjoyed your lunch and the charming ambiance—it’s great to hear it felt like a little escape to France. We’ll strive to make your next visit in two weeks even more memorable!

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FAQs

Chez Max is rated 4.7 stars by 1265 OpenTable diners.

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Chez Max

4.7
€31 to €50
French
Dame Street

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 46 times today
Google Map for Chez Max

1 Palace Street, Dublin, Leinster D02KF98

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Dame Street
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–10:15 am Brunch Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    €31 to €50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Gary Tilley
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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