Max's Seafood Cafe
$$ • Seafood, Bars, American
Hours:
34 N Burlington St, Gloucester City
(856) 456-9774
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Hours
Monday | Closed |
Tuesday | 4 - 8:30PM |
Wednesday | 4 - 8:30PM |
Thursday | 4 - 8:30PM |
Friday | 1 - 8:30PM |
Saturday | 1 - 8:30PM |
Sunday | 2 - 8PM |
Max's Seafood Cafe offers a variety of fresh seafood dishes, including bisque, mussels, bronzino, stuffed flounder, Oysters, and Chilean Sea Bass. The restaurant features a pleasant atmosphere with live music and easy parking, making it a great spot for seafood lovers. Customers enjoy the friendly and attentive service, and the menu includes delicious options like crab cakes, filet, lobster ravioli, and the mixed seafood grill. Many guests praise the food as flavorful and well-prepared, with dishes such as blackened mahi and scallops special being highly recommended. The interior with exposed brick creates a cozy and unassuming environment that many find inviting. Desserts like Creme Brulee, Key Lime Pie, chocolate mousse, and blueberry-lemon cheesecake are popular, especially in summer. The bar is amazing, and the ambiance is complemented by good service. Although service can sometimes be slow, the overall experience remains positive, and many consider Max's Seafood Cafe a hidden gem that rivals more upscale restaurants. The restaurant also offers reasonable wine prices, making it a favorite choice for seafood enthusiasts. Recent visitors highlighted the great atmosphere, attentive staff, and excellent seafood, including calamari and mussels, with some enjoying specials not on the menu. The crusted tuna and everything encrusted salmon received high praise, and the reopening for lunch on selected days is appreciated.