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French bistro in Dublin with authentic dishes. - Chez Max, Dublin, Leinster

Chez Max

4.7
4.7
1292 Reviews
€31 to €50
French
A photo of Chez Max restaurant

Chez Max

4.7
€31 to €50
French
Dame Street

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 36 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
Chez Max Palace Street, situated in the heart of Dublin City Centre next to Dublin Castle, invites you to experience its charming French ambience, bistrot, and café. Guests can relax on the front terrace, enjoy the Parisian vintage indoor area, or unwind in the heated back patio.

For larger groups (seven or more), bookings cannot be made through this platform. Please email us at chezmaxpalace@gmail.com, and we will provide a form to collect the necessary details for your group.

**Lunch Seating:** 1 hour 30 minutes
**Dinner Seating:** 1 hour 45 minutes

**Dinner:**
Set dinner of 2 courses: €38.90
Set dinner of 3 courses: €44.90

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    €31 to €50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, European
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–10:15 am Brunch Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (01) 633 7215
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Gary Tilley
  • Neighbourhood
    Dame Street
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 1,292 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Dublin 2

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chez Max in Dublin offers an authentic French bistro experience with "amazing food and service". Guests rave about the exquisite cuisine and "outstanding" staff. The restaurant's charming ambiance captures a piece of Paris, making it a favorite spot for many. With "excellent value" and "lovely atmosphere", it's a must-visit for French cuisine enthusiasts.

1,292 Reviews
  1. Josh

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is my first time to try French food. Everything was perfect!!!

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  2. Orla

    Dublin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely afternoon in Chez Max. Food as always was fantastic.
    Chez MaxResponded 2 days ago
    Bonjour Orla! Merci for your kind words! We're so glad to hear you had a lovely afternoon with us. It's always a pleasure to know you enjoyed the food! Looking forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  3. Orla

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really really enjoyed our meal here for a family birthday. Staff were very accommodating of our request for a candle-lit dessert, remembering my dad's name as they sang happy birthday to him. Food was beautiful in presentation and in flavour. I had salmon and avocado on a demi baguete and I could tell the ingredients were very fresh and of good qaulity. The service was so prompt yet we didn't feel rushed. We sat out in the terrace and I was initially concerned that it would be cold, but it was warm, ambient and relaxing. Will definitely be back as a family. Thank you so much to the lovely staff that helped make this birthday so special.
    Chez MaxResponded 2 days ago
    Merci, Orla! Delighted to hear your family birthday was so special with us. We’re thrilled you enjoyed the fresh, flavourful food and cosy terrace vibes. It was a pleasure celebrating with your dad—our team loved being part of the moment. Can’t wait to welcome you all back again soon!

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  4. Mary

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had three main courses Boeuf Bourginon and Mussels, plus desserts and wine. Everything was delicious and service was very good. Thank you
    Chez MaxResponded 2 days ago
    Merci, Mary! So glad you loved the Boeuf Bourguignon, mussels, desserts, and wine. Delighted the service made your visit even better. À bientôt!

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  5. Nora

    Dublin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A fabulous place for lunch and proper French Oinion soup.
    Chez MaxResponded 2 days ago
    Merci, Nora! So glad you enjoyed your lunch and our proper French onion soup. Hope to see you again soon!

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  6. Teri

    Dublin

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, excellent service, great menu, 2 course for €33 very good. Would highly recommend the duck leg. Excellent food as always
    Chez MaxResponded 2 days ago
    Merci, Teri! So glad you enjoyed the food and service, and thrilled the duck leg hit the mark! Looking forward to seeing you again soon!

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  7. MARY

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We booked for a party of 3 @ 3:30pm sitting. Starters: Salad - Fine nothing special. Soup is very good. Mains: Salmon: Nice but minimal for the price charged. Steak is very nice, however very expensive, for what is a lunchtime menu. Overall, we did order an extra portion of fries to accompany the salmon dishes, which we didn't receive however was listed on the bill. When ordering a bottle of wine, we were asked if we'd like two bottles, strange for a party of 3 at a lunchtime sitting. After 1 hour, we were rushed to make an order for desserts, which we declined, and were immediately rushed to pay the bill. Not the service one would expect when paying expensive prices for the dishes served. Unfortunately, it's was not a good experience, and we won't return until there is an improvement in the service and the value for money.
    Chez MaxResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Mary, Merci for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet expectations. The steak price is unfortunately in line with the current market trends across Dublin, but we understand your concern. Apologies for the missing fries – I believe we took it off the bill, but if not, we’d be more than happy to arrange a refund for you. As for the service, we do try to accommodate everyone, especially on busy days like Saturdays when we have full bookings. Our 1hr 30min seating time is noted on all our platforms, but we completely understand if it felt rushed. We truly value your feedback and will make sure to review this with the team. Hope we can welcome you back in the future and offer you a better experience. Thanks again, Max.

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  8. Frances

    Dublin

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A nice lunch but not to their usual standard maybe because it's Christmas. Staff were lovely as always, the food and portions not as good as it used to be. Menu changed and favourite salad no longer there. Good festive feeling, but rushed out.
    Chez MaxResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Frances, Merci for your review. We’re glad you enjoyed the festive atmosphere and our lovely staff. We’re sorry to hear the food and portions weren’t up to your usual experience. The menu changes for the season, and we appreciate your feedback. As for feeling rushed, we do our best to manage busy times, especially during the festive season. We appreciate your understanding and will keep this in mind going forward. We’d love to welcome you back and offer you a better experience soon. Thanks again, Max.

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  9. Gareth

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very enjoyable lunch here, lovely food and excellent service, with a very palpable sense of Frenchness to it all. Very much looking forward to returning.
    Chez MaxResponded 2 days ago
    Merci, Gareth! So glad you enjoyed your lunch and felt the French vibe. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  10. Leo

    Madrid

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As a french, I found at Chez Max a piece of home. Very Parisian style and the many french waiters add to the ambience. The food is typical from home and not just exaggerated clichés. On top of that, the service is exceptionally fast and well done. Overall, lovely experience !
    Chez MaxResponded 5 days ago
    Merci, Leo! Your kind words mean the world to us. We're so happy Chez Max brought you a taste of home—it’s what we aim for every day. From the food to the service, we love sharing a little slice of Parisian life here in Dublin. Looking forward to welcoming you again soon!

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Chez Max is rated 4.7 stars by 1292 OpenTable diners.

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A photo of Chez Max restaurant

Chez Max

4.7
€31 to €50
French
Dame Street

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 36 times today
Google Map for Chez Max

1 Palace Street, Dublin, Leinster D02KF98

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Dame Street
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–10:15 am Brunch Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    €31 to €50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Gary Tilley
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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