Cafe Max - Brooklyn

Russian, Burgers, Coffee
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Cafe Max

Cafe Max
4.0 / 5 (481 reviews)

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Tucked near Brighton Beach, Cafe Max blends homely charm with generous portions, varied bar offerings and a surprising mix of Russian and Mexican dishes—standouts include ceviche, tacos, sherpa soup and stuffed grape leaves. Clean, friendly service and reliable takeout keep customers coming, though the menu is limited, seasoning and steak temps can be inconsistent, and staff knowledge varies. Practical amenities include free Wi‑Fi and nearby transit; parking is tight. Notable concern: reportedly problematic tip-handling by management. Overall a comforting, good-value spot for beachgoers and casual diners.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Yuliya

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★ 4 / 5 from 481 reviews
yuliya-m-grass05
17.12.2023

I had a quite pleasant experience that exceeded my expectations. Overall, the food was good. Some of the prices felt a bit high, but the quality was generally consistent. The dishes were fresh, and the staff was friendly, though I wished they were a bit more knowledgeable and helpful regarding the menu. When I inquired about what a particular dish included, I was told to refer to the picture, which didn’t quite match reality. However, it did come with rice, which was a bit over-fried and oddly contained onions—a surprising detail for someone with an onion allergy.

nathalie-duran
17.12.2023

The owner takes a cut of the staff's tips! Can you believe how cheap and unprofessional that is? It's outrageous! I can only imagine someone working there out of sheer desperation. My husband ordered tea and received it in a nice glass, while I ordered coffee and it came in a large paper cup. I understand it’s not the waitress's fault, as that's the standard, but the coffee tasted overwhelmingly of milk with barely any coffee flavor. When I mentioned I didn't want it, she couldn’t take it off the bill because her intimidating "boss" said we had to pay for it anyway. However, he later changed his mind and told the waitress to remove it from the bill, but with the catch that it would come out of her paycheck. As a result, we ended up tipping her out of sympathy for her terrible boss.

natalie-karlova
17.12.2023

I visited this restaurant for lunch with my parents, and we loved everything—the food was delicious, the atmosphere was wonderful, and the service was exceptional! Thank you very much!

nikola-stancev
17.12.2023

A German beers are awesome! Kebab is pretty cool and the falafel dish.

zubair-ali-1
17.12.2023

I ? dine few time try to order every time something new I like the restaurant it's have some good limited menu but their are some major changing need to be done which make this restaurant more worth in this area more as I always try my best to give my best opinion who ever follow my post me can go and enjoy more I mentioned few things in my review that1. Restaurant us on the best location rights next to Brighton beach in the summer it's best choices people who visit beach affordable2. Staff is friendly and helpful to choices what you gone eat3. The food quality is fresh but the balance of spices and salt is not what I aspect it's little bit different and not up to expectations4. The temperature of stakes is not always match the way I like it even one time it's not the way I order highly suggest to make sure the chef make how you like you meet to be done little bit not happy5. Wow music ? ? beautiful ?6. Service level is very good7. They menu is very limited may be they have to offer little more sauce and flavor of stakes and pasta and sidesI give 4 star ? I enjoy and it's a nice atmosphere and good vibe you gone enjoy when every you goRecommended but need improvement thank you

FAQ

You can use the WiFi of the establishment at no extra cost.

You can watch major sporting events on a screen / TV right in the restaurant.

The restaurant also takes the common credit cards.

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