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Max Oyster Bar - West Hartford Center, West Hartford, CT

Max Oyster Bar - West Hartford Center

4.8
4.8
238 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 44 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Neighbourhood gem
Featuring modern renditions of classic American seafood, Max’s Oyster Bar menu has something for everyone. While seafood is the focal point, there are selections for even the most ardent landlubber. Ethnic influences are apparent throughout a menu filled with new interpretations on traditional fare. The raw bar offers an extensive variety of bi-coastal oysters and shellfish.

In it’s freshman year, 1999, Max’s Oyster Bar was awarded “Best New Restaurant” by Connecticut Magazine. Since then it has won numerous Reader’s Choice Awards, including “Best Seafood Restaurant”. Zagat’s Survey has also given Max’s Oyster Bar an “extraordinary” rating.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Oyster Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (860) 236-6299
  • Website
    http://www.maxsoysterbar.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Menu

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What 238 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Hartford

    Hot spot

  • Hartford

    American

  • Hartford

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Max Oyster Bar in West Hartford offers a lively atmosphere with "wonderful food and service." It's a perfect spot for date nights, known for its "always excellent" fresh oysters and creative seafood dishes. While experiences can vary, standout servers like "Jaden" and "Elayshia" ensure attentive service, making it a memorable dining destination.

238 Reviews

  1. Michael

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Max Restaurant Group just simply gets it's right...Food, Service, Experience always amazing!!! Max Oyster is our favorite restaurant!!

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  2. David

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First class place in every way. They never disappoint and never have an off night. Simply the best in town.

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  3. Mark

    New York City

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful meal and service. Loved the whole vibe. Food and cocktails were awesome.

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  4. Donald

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I ordered a Caesar salad and fried oyster platter. Everything was delicious. My companion ordered one of the many specials and was very pleased.

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  5. Kelly

    VIP

    Washington DC

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a reliable restaurant with a warm friendly atmosphere and a great menu for anyone in your group. A neighborhood fave.

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  6. Jim

    New Mexico

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I was surprised by how thin the bone-in ribeye was. The broccoli rabe was not seasoned well. Service was very slow with respect to refilling water, bringing the wine menu, taking my wine order, bringing the wine. The room was very loud. The tables were heavy and when they were pushed they would stick and then quickly gave way causing a glass to fall over and spill a glass of wine.

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  7. Monica

    VIP

    New York City

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great restaurant. wonderful service great people delicious food

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  8. William

    VIP

    New York City

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 16 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    MAX Oyster is always great food and service!! We have outstanding lobster Thermodor and grilled trout.

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  9. Judith

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I've eaten several times at Max's Oyster Bar. Primarily, for special occasions. The food never disappoints. This is the first time I've had brunch there. Tried the soup on special. Lobster bisque. A rather large bowl was served of this lovely concoction. It was flavorful, rich and very filling!! Couldn't finish it all! Had the eggs benedict, which is a favorite of mine. Very good!! All in all, no complaints. Oh! The bloody Mary was Large and also, very good. Can't go wrong eating at Max's!! Worth every penny!

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  10. Timothy

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great night, great food and service. Holiday decorations were so festive. Great vibe!

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Max Oyster Bar - West Hartford Center is rated 4.8 stars by 238 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 44 times today
Google Map for Max Oyster Bar - West Hartford Center

964 Farmington Ave, West Hartford, CT 06107-2102

Additional information

  • Area
    West Hartford
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Oyster Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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