Max Downtown - Hartford

Max Downtown - Hartford reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Jessica

   Caribbean1 review

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   A wonderful evening with delicious food and drink.
   

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   Luv2Dine

   New York City16 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   What a lovely evening- safe, convenient parking (included with a complimentary sticker for your parking ticket) in the same building as the restaurant. Beautiful decor and comfortable seating. Brendan, the manager at the host stand, greeted us with a sing songy welcome- which I LOVED. Our waiter, Jason, was patient, knowledgeable and kind. I had "High On Life" -a bourbon drink that was light and refreshing. Treated to a lovely olive oil focaccia bread, that stood well on it's own without the need for butter of doing oil. The Smoked Potato & Black Trumpet Mushroom Perogies were just charming-the date jam and Brie fondue elevated this side dish to a great starter for us. The Crispy Brussel Sprouts- with honey chili bacon glaze were some of the best Brussels I've ever had (and I typically order them if on a menu). A taste of the Shrimp Dumplings was received and that broth was very tasty. The Shave Cauliflower Salads Lemon Sumac Dressing needs to be bottled and sold- it was wonderful (and those almonds with apricots) We tried the Cod special (flavorful crisp skin and came with a delightful bean salad) and the Filet Oscar (perfectly cooked-and the lumps of crab and sauce) both were spectacular. Their pastry Chef had a wonderful plum cake with a flavorful ice cream, jam crumble and we tried the chocolate mousse- we brought quite a bit home and are looking forward to the leftovers. Highly recommend a visit and look forward to returning and trying some other dishes.
   

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   Cathy VIP

   Greater Boston18 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 16 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Max never disappoints. Great good, service outstanding, good experience all around.
   

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   Nina

   New York City2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 16 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Very lovely experience. Great staff! No complaints.
   

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   Amy

   New York City5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 15 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a great evening. Our server and food was fabulous as always.
   

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   Joew

   New York City9 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 15 March 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Need to wait 30 minutes beyond reservation time we had a drink at the bar
   

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   Randy

   Greater Boston1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 14 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always a great experience at any Max Restaurant, and the flagship for fine dining in the chain (and in downtown Hartford) doesn't disappoint. Interesting specials, great cocktails and an energetic but not overwhelming vibe before going to the symphony made for a great date night out.
   

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   Pia

   New York City4 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on 14 March 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   Beautiful decor, mediocre food at best, kind staff. Good location for a before or after show meal.
   

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9. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   New York City1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 14 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everything was amazing! We had a great table in front of the front picture window, was asked for a drink & water (tap/bottle) order right away, which for me is what starts the experience. The hostess was lovely and friendly w a great smile and presented us w drink, food, wine & special menus. We had the pierogis for an appetizer and they were insanely delicious! Perfect portion for two people to share. 4 pierogis (smaller size) altogether. Then had the wedge salad and the kitchen kindly split it for us bc we told the server we were sharing it. The dressing was divine! Went on to share the picanha from the butchers cut menu and WHOA! It was incredibly tasty. Lots of flavor, cooked to spec and really enjoyable. There were options for sauces but for the first time I didn’t want one bc the flavor was so good. A desert was presented to us (kindly from the owner, Steven, who visited with us) - I’m not sure what it was but I couldn’t stop eating it! It was like an ice cream s’more and whoa just whoa! The server inquired about having enough time for anything else as we mentioned early on we were going to a show which I thought was very thoughtful and respectful. Brought us the check which was very reasonable and promptly took care of the payment. We were off and in our way in perfect time after a delightful experience! 10/10 recommend! Thank you for a wonderful experience! Bravo!
   

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    Dr. Edward VIP

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Never fails to impress. From the food to the space to the wonderful people working there.
    

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