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Chez Max, Dublin, Leinster

Chez Max

4.3
4.3
668 reviews
€31 to €50
French
Chez Max Palace Street is located in Dublin City Centre just beside the Dublin Castle. Discover the French restaurant, bistrot, & cafe. Enjoy our front terrace and heated back garden.

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2 people

19:00


Booked 6 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    French

  • Hours of Operation

    Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (01) 633 7215

  • Dress Code

    Business Casual

What 668 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Dublin

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Dublin 2

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Dublin 2

    Romantic

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  1. Alex

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 February 2023

    overall5food3service5ambience5
    Excellent customer service and very cozy atmosphere.. food is so so
  2. JohnR

    Dublin

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 14 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent as always. Best steak and chips in Dublin.
  3. Laura

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A very pleasant meal. My only suggestion would be more vegetarian options.
  4. JMKr

    London

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 February 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    Chez Max was not as good as it has previously been. I had the steak which was excellent. My friend had the cod which was small. Apple dessert was substandard.

    Chez MaxResponded on 14 February 2023I'm sorry to hear the food wasn't the level as the previous time you came, we have been very busy after receiving an award and this is not excuse. I hope you will give us a second chance to prove the good quality of our food once we reopen in two months!

  5. OMalley

    Munich

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 February 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    We went for lunch. My 'brioche' was stale (previous day's bread). I mentioned it to the waitress at the end (leaving a bit to prove the point). She said she would tell the kitchen. My sister's teapot arrived with no lid. She asked for a lid. The waiter said no, this pot had no lid. She asked for a different pot. He brought that. The salad had no dressing (both plates). Just a pile of dry lettuce and tomato. Dressing was brought when requested. Dessert was lovely, as was my sister's sandwich. The waiting staff were friendly.
  6. dbellaiche68

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 11 February 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience3
    La nourriture est vraiment de mauvaise qualité et très inégale !! C’est vraiment un piège à touriste…à éviter absolument même si les serveurs sont sympathiques !

    Chez MaxResponded on 14 February 2023I'm sorry to hear you didn't enjoy our food as every costumers should have a great time dining at our restaurant, at the moment we are short staffed but this is not an excuse for a bad service. Though I think it's a bit harsh to say we are a tourist trap since we have a lot of regular costumers coming every week.

  7. MickP

    Dublin

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 February 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Wonderful food and ambiance. Would've liked to thank our waiter for their service, however we noted we had been forgotten about once our last meal was finished. Struggled to catch his attention to pay, and to tip. Had to find another server to process our bill.

    Chez MaxResponded on 14 February 2023Thank you for the feedback, we hope to see you again when we reopen!

  8. darcyb

    Dublin

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 11 February 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Beautiful restaurant, ambiance magical. Food is exactly what you would expect from a French bistro, simple and delicious. I wish more places like this existed in dublin.
  9. NiamhS

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 9 February 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience4
    Venue was lovely but unfortunately our food was cold &had to be sent back to the kitchen. It wants a very busy night so no excuses
  10. FiachM

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 February 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience5
    Ambience was lovely, as were the staff. My wife’s food was fantastic, but my steak frites was only lukewarm when it arrived.

    Chez MaxResponded on 14 February 2023Thank you for the review. We are sorry to hear you didn't enjoy the experience, we hope you will give us a second chance.

  11. DymphnaO

    Dublin

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 February 2023

    overall1food2service3ambience4
    Had a bad experience Of the 3 meals brought out - one was raw - another was also raw and the 3 was cold

    Chez MaxResponded on 14 February 2023I'm very sorry you have a bad experience at our restaurant, we always want the costumer to have the best time while dining with us. Unfortunately we are under staffed, this doesn't excuse the service but we hope you will give us a second chance when we reopen in about two months.

  12. JoanN

    Dublin

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 9 February 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience3
    We were probably the last serving for Thurs lunch. It was very quiet and that was fine. The food was typically french and tasty. Unfortunately it could have been hotter. The staff were friendly but the service was poor. We had long waits between courses. I feel we got them on an off day. Next time will be better I hope.

    Chez MaxResponded on 14 February 2023Thank you for the feedback and we appreciate you will give us a second chance. After receiving a French cuisine award we have been very busy but this isn't an excuse, so we hope to see you soon with the new opening.

  13. Elizabeth

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 4 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic venue. Perfect atmosphere
  14. NeilM

    London

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 3 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, the food here was delicious and very authentically french. The staff were excellent.
  15. JoeM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 February 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    A lovely meal with a great ambiance. Would highly recommend
  16. MAR2

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 February 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    I had been to Chez Max many times while I was living in Dublin, and always loved the food and the atmosphere. I now returned and, although it was nice in geberal, there were a few small things that could be improved: we booked at 9pm through Opentable and on the day, they changed the booking for 8pm; the food was nice but very small portions (ie. Merlu) and the soupe à l'oignon lacked taste. The service was very good, and so was the atmosphere. Also a bit strange to be put under pressure to leave a specific percentage tip (in USA style), which we don't find it very nice. We were going to leave a good tip anyway, as the waiter was very good and polite. So, perhaps fixing a few things, it would make the restaurant from good to perfect. Thanks
  17. ChristinaH

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 1 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a great place for dinner. Reasonably priced for the delicious food that they serve. The wait staff were all friendly and helpful. Great experience, and I look forward to dining there again soon.
  18. Paul

    Dublin

    13 reviews

    1.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 28 January 2023

    overall1food1service4ambience3
    Just not good enough. French onion soup was very poor, onions not caramelised, no gruyere cheese but grated emmental cheese with croutons from a packet. What a joke. Steak was poor, frites were cold and a ridiculous salad (wrong leaves and no French dressing but some tomato!). I guess the chef has never been to France!
  19. OpenTable Diner

    Connacht

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 January 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We’d a lovely experience at Chez Max.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 January 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience3
    Quite poor service with inexperienced waiters. You’d expect more for the price and difficulty getting a reservation. Food was fine but nothing spectacular.
  21. MaryO

    Dublin

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 27 January 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    Friendly place Hearty food. Another non meat dish would be wonderful. Merci Chez Max!
  22. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 January 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The food and ambiance was good for a date night.
  23. FranceC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 January 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Good address for French expats who miss French food but also for people who want to taste French cuisine. I really enjoyed my St Marcelin fondu au vin blanc, this starter was amazing, I must admit that I came for it. I wish I had a bigger portion or another St Marcelin (I'm gourmand, sorry lol). The team was very nice. Would definitely recommend this restaurant.
  24. JoanF

    Dublin

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 January 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We really enjoyed the food & will definitely be back.
  25. Jenny

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 January 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Lovely food, staff and ambiance. Portions not massive but perfectly adequate. Where we were sitting was a bit chilly when the front door opened and closed as waiting staff attended to clients outside. I'd still go back though!
  26. stevec

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 January 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely meal. Great choice and very helpful and friendly staff. Will definitely be back very soon
  27. FW62

    Dublin

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 13 January 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The restaurant lived up to the high standards that we have come to know and love. Perfect for our special occasion. The food was delicious and the service attentive.
  28. AudreyM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 January 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Portions were small but tasty. Nice buzz, lovely lighting and ambience.
  29. Rynnesy

    Dublin

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 13 January 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Food was lovely. Service was quick. Thought Maitre D’ could have been a little friendlier. Ambiance wasn’t super.
  30. MaoMark

    Dublin

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 7 January 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, wine recommendation was spot on and the coffee was beautiful. Lovely staff, cosy spot, perfect for a date. Will be back.
  31. ShirleyM

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 December 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Delicious meal. You need to be hungry to manage 3 courses 😊
  32. OpenTable Diner

    London

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 29 December 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our second time coming here and just as excellent as the first - such a unique and wonderful dining experience. The beef bourguignon is my favorite. Service is perfect

    Chez MaxResponded on 31 December 2022Merci Happy new year and see you next year !

  33. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    5 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 28 December 2022

    overall2food2service3ambience2
    Unusually poor for this restaurant…Roast beef was served as pastrami….sun dried tomatoes were served hard ….not rehydrated ….Croque Monsieur served cold and not toasted on one side …..disappointing

    Chez MaxResponded on 31 December 2022Hello , My chef and I are sorry to Hear that , we are hoping you will give us another chance , Merci For your feedback.

  34. HelenM

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 27 December 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It feels like we escaped to Paris for a few hours last week! Just a great experience - great food, friendly helpful staff, good value. Nothing more to want!
  35. SharonD

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 December 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Myself and my daughter had a super time on Christmas Eve. We thoroughly enjoyed the meal and service

    Chez MaxResponded on 31 December 2022Thank you Sharon we are happy you enjoyed with us !

  36. NiamhK

    Dublin

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 24 December 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Christmas Eve in, “Chez Max” was a complete delight. Great atmosphere, sumptuous food and beverages. Staff are so lovely and efficient.

    Chez MaxResponded on 31 December 2022Thank you ! Joyeuse fetes !!!

  37. OpenTable Diner

    Dundalk

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 24 December 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely fantastic all round. Friendly attentive staff, superb food.And Al lm at a reasonable price.

    Chez MaxResponded on 31 December 2022Merci , Happy new year !

  38. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 23 December 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We come here every 23rd December and just love it. Very French. Great staff and lovely food

    Chez MaxResponded on 31 December 2022Merci ! so see you the next year but don't wait 1 year !!!

  39. EndaB

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 23 December 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, service and value for money

    Chez MaxResponded on 31 December 2022Merci beaucoup Enda !

  40. WINOBOT

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 23 December 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Always wanted to try Chex Max and was not disappointed.

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  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available

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Chez Max is rated 4.3 stars by 668 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

19:00


Booked 6 times today
Google Map for Chez Max

1 Palace Street, Dublin, Leinster D02KF98

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area

    Dame Street

  • Hours of Operation

    Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    French

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress Code

    Business Casual

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    None

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