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Cafe Maxx, Pompano Beach, FL

Cafe Maxx

4.9
4.9
1742 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 18 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Neighbourhood gem
Fine dining establishment for almost three decades. Since 1984, Darrel and Oliver's Cafe Maxx has been delighting patrons with their innovative, award-winning cuisine. This landmark restaurant destination is the premier dining choice among South Florida's power brokers and gourmands, who desire impeccable food served in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Stylish yet unpretentious, Cafe Maxx offers a hip outside patio, a cozy bar and an energetic dining room.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (954) 782-0606
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    NOW YOU CAN BRING CAFE MAXX TO YOUR EVENT!! Cafe Maxx provides full catering services to the South Florida are from small intimate groups in our private dining room to large scale events off property. For more information on catering and special events, please contact us at 954-782-0606
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private room called the Wine Room, which can hold a maximum of 30 guests. A minimum of 10 guests is required to reserve the room. Wifi is available and we have a screen for your convenience. However, we do not have a projector or any audio/video equipment. The room is wheelchair accessible. We require a 72-hour cancellation policy. Please note that we do not have a pre-fixed menu. For more information on special events, please contact us at 954-782-0606
  • Neighbourhood
    Pompano Beach
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,742 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Fort Lauderdale

    Best Overall

  • Fort Lauderdale

    Best Food

  • Fort Lauderdale

    American

  • Fort Lauderdale East

    Best Overall

  • Fort Lauderdale East

    Best Food

  • Fort Lauderdale East

    Best Service

  • Fort Lauderdale East

    Good for special occasions

  • Fort Lauderdale East

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Maxx shines as a culinary gem in South Florida, offering "consistently excellent" food and service for over 40 years. Patrons rave about its "phenomenal" and "exceptional" dining experiences, highlighting standout dishes like the tuna sashimi pizza and duck breast. A "warm atmosphere" and attentive service make every visit memorable.

1,742 Reviews
  1. Steve

    VIP

    Fort Lauderdale

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always good, and brunch was fantastic. Healthy, great service, fun people, sat at the bar and outstanding!

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  2. Leisa

    New Orleans

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have dined with Darrell and Oliver for over 35 years and Cafe Maxx never disappoints. We live in Kentucky but make special arrangements to come to Fort Lauderdale and enjoy Cafe Maxx. If you haven’t tried it then be sure and get a reservation.

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  3. Skip

    VIP

    West Palm Beach

    30 reviews

    4.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Goid food and ambiance but after a 6:00 pm reservation and a $400 meal for two I was told at 7:36 that the 7:30 reservation was waiting for our table. Suggest you eat quickly.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Fort Lauderdale

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cafe Maxx in my opinion is the best restaurant around food is excellent and very consistent have been going there for over 20 years and have never been disappointed. The staff is very professional and Darrell is a fabulous host . Highly recommended

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  5. Luz

    Naples

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was excellent ! We did not feel rushed for a Friday night in south Florida.

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  6. j

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Every item on the menu is outstanding and delicious! Our server was good but our bus boy Juan was THE BEST!!!! We had the tuna pizza appetizer, Caesar and Greek salads, orrecheti pasta dish, fish tacos, the tuna entree, and the pasta with chicken in vodka sauce between the five of us. Everything was wonderful. The tiramisu was scrumptious, the key lime pie average.

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  7. Lucy

    VIP

    Orlando

    26 reviews

    4.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was superb! Restaurant was noisy and crowded. Wine was wonderful as always. They have half size pasta dishes which I love because then I can get a salad as well.

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  8. Janet

    VIP

    West Palm Beach

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on January 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cafe Maxx consistently delivers delicious food and impeccable service. I tried the macadamia crusted grouper which was perfectly prepared. Dessert was the bourbon chocolate pecan pie which was not overly sweet. The vanilla gelato on the side was a perfect accompaniment. They never disappoint!

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  9. romolo

    New York City

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The scallop, snapper, and grouper dinners, which included vegetables and accompaniments, were all great. The Caprese salad with ripe tomatoes, roasted Brussels sprouts, and duck ravioli appetizers was delicious. The only disappointment was they were out of calamari.

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  10. Pauline

    New York City

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, cocktails and food. Will definitely be back next time I’m in town.

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FAQs

Cafe Maxx offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (954) 782-0606.

Cafe Maxx is rated 4.9 stars by 1742 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Cafe Maxx

2601 E Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Pompano Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (954) 782-0606
  • Catering
    NOW YOU CAN BRING CAFE MAXX TO YOUR EVENT!! Cafe Maxx provides full catering services to the South Florida are from small intimate groups in our private dining room to large scale events off property. For more information on catering and special events, please contact us at 954-782-0606
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private room called the Wine Room, which can hold a maximum of 30 guests. A minimum of 10 guests is required to reserve the room. Wifi is available and we have a screen for your convenience. However, we do not have a projector or any audio/video equipment. The room is wheelchair accessible. We require a 72-hour cancellation policy. Please note that we do not have a pre-fixed menu. For more information on special events, please contact us at 954-782-0606
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