MAX's Wine Dive Austin

Fried Chicken & Champagne… WHY THE HELL NOT?! Gourmet comfort food & upscale Wine. | Dinner, Lunch & Brunch. Events @ MAX’s Underground

8 / 10
435
ratings
Address

207 San Jacinto Blvd Ste 200 (btwn 2nd & 3rd St.) Austin , TX 78701 United States

Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating Yes
Menus Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert
Drinks Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 140


Keywords:

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Wendy Chance

Ask to be seated in Lindsay's , MJ's, or Austin's section. And Victor is always there to make sure you always have everything you need. The food at brunch always great. My favorite? Too many to list!

Thrillist

This champagne & fried chicken joint 's Summer menu matches highbrow tastes with gluttonous, comfort-style prep. Recommended: The Roasted Lockhart Quail with Peach Butter and house Bacon Marmalade . Read more

Divya Mulanjur

Order the southern fried chicken . You can have them split your dish in case you want to share for $2. The fried egg sandwich is also delicious. Complete this scrumptious brunch with bubbles!

Sofie Johnson

Best damn truffle Mac n cheese I've ever had. They let me get a half order too, which, with the awesome arugula pear salad I had, was the perfect amount!

Austin Chronicle

One might question their definition of “dive,” but here’s what this ATX outpost indisputably offers up: an urban/industrial/aggressively "hip " space, legit fried chicken , and a superior brunch option. Read more

Visit Austin

Max’s has to be the only place in town where you can get amazing wine and tasty fried chicken . The restaurant and wine bar offers an expansive food menu and they’re open for lunch ! Read more

Ginger Courtney

Go with no more than two other people, sit at the bar , and do tastings and learn with Matt. He is fantastic. Then buy bottles of the wine you loved at retail .

Amanda McNeil

$5 wine list available during happy hour . Servers are happy to help you find a glass of wine that matches both your taste and price range at any time.

Loreal Robertson

Order the chicken and waffles but honestly you don't need the waffles because the chicken is good. The waffle has orange zest so be careful if you are allergic.

Tony

Can't beat the grilled cheese and tomato soup combo after a great night out. This place is great for late nights .

Kay Marley-Dilworth

Get the fried chicken , if only a piece on the side! So freakin' delicious. And the fried egg sandwich for brunch is a must!

Amie Wyman

The jar of hummus with pita triangles was amazing! I also had the burger which was good, but a little over-charred on the outside. Overall I would definitely go back.

The Tastes that Make the City

The famous southern fried chicken and waffles is the best southern food in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City : Austin. Read more

Cooking Channel

Competitively priced wines , mouth-wateringly good fried foods & a motto that reads: "Fried Chicken & Champagne After Midnight-Why the Hell Not?" Get Pan Borracho, Fried Chicken and Alligator Beignets .

Helen Levinson

Awesome restaurant with an eclectic menu ! Try the Pork Stuffed Piquillo Peppers , Bone Marrow Popcorn , Max n' Cheese and Green Chili Hummus !

Kirk Wylie

The gluten free fried chicken is so good you should book a flight to Austin just to eat it.

Jonathan Herbert

Nothing like hanging with great long time friends for Sunday Brunch ! And get the poppy seed pancakes with lavender maple syrup , or the smoked salmon and cream cheese omelet !

Jennifer Van Grove

The vegan Max 'n Cheese is unbelievably amazing. They use cashews to make the cheese flavor. Order it and thank me later.

Jennifer Boone

Great service and friendly staff . Sit at the bar and watch the food come out.

Dean Logan

Great post-session atmosphere. Awesome wine selection and some great beers too. Not a wino? Get a Fireman's No. 4

Jenn Michele

Pulled pork stuffed pequillo peppers . Soooo good! Great wine list too.

Eric Tuttle

LEGIT! Don't let the name or the decor fool you. This place has some of the best food around. If you crave comfort food , Max's is the place to be.

Rich Graham

Chicken and Waffles is weird and tasty! Jalapeño Grits w Pulled Pork topped with a fried egg is damn excellent too

Francoise Bejasa

They give you a wine tasting option till you find the one you actually like! I love the antelope , too!

Kurt Weisenberger

Ask about the brunch specials . Chicken fried pork chop with jalapeño gravy and grits and a fried egg is excellent.

AbbyLove Photography

Their Famous Fried Shicken...it's not bad. Personally, I like a kick in the mouth when it comes to flavor. Good vibes, good wine , good beer . ^.^

Jennika Johnson

Try the grapefruit mimosa ! Delicious alternative to orange juice ! AND chef Erica is an expert at her craft! Beautiful!

Kathy "kappaluppa" Chavez

Ben at the bar is a wonderful server! Thanks Ben! Food was great. The underground was a fantastic venue for our event .

CoachDeb Cole

Get the Fried Egg sandwich - but share it with a friend. It's HUGE & Oh-Soooo-Delicious!!!

Scott

I don't do bones in my chicken and they hooked me up!! Staff was incredible!! Server recommended several great wines , prices were very pleasant !!!

Alesia Gitter

Ask for Lindsey! She's fantastic. Great service. Food was slow but it's so gooooood you forget about the wait. Also mamosas!

Tim Cancila

Mac with the fried chicken topper gets you the best of both of their dishes in one bowl!

CraveThis

THE spot for late night wining & dining..especially if you are in the mood for gourmet comfort food & divine wines ...even Texas Monthly crowned them with a Best Burger vote! Read more

Brook Shelley

Pretty decent mashed potatoes , and good chicken , but the wait was absurd.

Greg Hardin

Though max's is a far cry from what I'd call a dive, it has a nice atmosphere. Great lunch menu ! Nice beer selection & great wine .

Rusty

Great place for champagne & waffles ! Also have a great seasonal summer menu .

Andrea Fantini

The fired chicken Benedict was delicious. A bit pricier than expected

The Daily Meal

Any one of their 100-plus bottles is available by the glass, and be sure to check in later at night for their "reverse happy hour ." Read more

Julia Wright

The fried chicken , greens and mashed potatoes is to die for!!

Cyndi C

Sunday Brunch is awesome! Make sure you make a reservation !

Cameron Hogan

Always a must for me during SXSW, or for any trip to Austin.

@rynamite

Lamb Burger or Kobe Burger . Bison Sliders . Fried Green Tomatoes . Chips . Love this place @rynomite

Susan Getgood

Honey-Butter Benedict is AMAZING. Just come hungry!

Steve Fadden

Try the Blue Corn Pancakes - Delicious! Side of crispy bacon rounds out the meal!

Amy Bakameyer

The fried chicken is amazing. Best in Austin!!

Nada Alshami

Best wings and waffles I've tried in Austin

Do512

Awesome happy hour menu with great wines and beers for less dough ! Pitchers of MWD sangria , anyone?

Matthew Ziemnicki

Fried egg Sammy is awesome. But don't get it for just yourself

David Green

Burger is top notch and the fries are wonderfully crispy

Amy Dudek

Antelope was a good choice. Best and first antelope I've ever had!

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