I suspect that people who have a negative experience are far more likely to write a review than those who have little about which to complain. Thus, my desire to add another perspective. Max is a tremendous restaurant. I've dined here five times over the last 18 months and on each occassion, the food has been remarkable. The bread waiter DID make the rounds (too often, for this rotound belly) and the wait staff is par excellence -- no rudeness; nothing but cheerful promptitude in my experience. And no, I don't own the place; I just enjoy fine dining and Max does it. Yes, the place is bit loud and far from spacious -- a group of 4 is about max at Max for conversation. But for terrific food and great wine, you can't beat Max -- Valley OR Westside.
Pros: food, wine, waitstaff
Cons: small space, loud
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