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Cafe Maxx, Pompano Beach, FL

Cafe Maxx

4.9
4.9
1804 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
2601 E Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach, FL 33062

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
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.

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
  • 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
  • Neighborhood
    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 1,804 people are saying

Cafe Maxx reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Fort Lauderdale

    Best Overall

  • Fort Lauderdale

    Best Food

  • Fort Lauderdale

    Best Service

  • Fort Lauderdale

    American

  • Fort Lauderdale East

    Best Overall

  • Fort Lauderdale East

    Best Food

  • Fort Lauderdale East

    Best Service

  • Fort Lauderdale East

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Maxx is a culinary gem in South Florida, consistently delivering "outstanding food and service." Frequent diners praise the "unique and amazing" tuna sashimi pizza and the "perfectly prepared" macadamia crusted grouper. The atmosphere is welcoming, and the staff, including standout servers like "Amber" and "Jane," ensure a memorable dining experience. A must-visit!

1,804 Reviews
  1. Stuart VIP

    West Palm Beach12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our Family had a wonderful delicious Mothers Day Brunch at Cafe Max Definitely coming back for Sunday Brunch

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  2. Rosalia VIP

    New York City15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mother’s Day Brunch was a very pleasant experience. Meals were delicious. Service great. And prices reasonable.

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  3. Robert and Sherri VIP

    Washington DC14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cafe Maxx is always, consistently great. Every time, outstanding food and excellent service.
    Cafe MaxxResponded 2 days ago
    Your review is sincerely appreciated, Robert. We’re grateful to hear that you consistently enjoy our outstanding food and excellent service at Cafe Maxx, which we strive to maintain for all our guests. Thank you for your kind words, and we look forward to welcoming you and Sherri back soon!

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  4. Robin

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another fabulous dining experience.. Food excellent, Tom the best!!
    Cafe MaxxResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback, Robin. It’s satisfying to hear that you had another fabulous dining experience with us because we take pride in delivering excellent food and service, especially from Tom, who truly embodies our commitment to hospitality. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for more delightful moments!

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  5. ARLEEN VIP

    Fort Lauderdale79 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is always a pleasure to dine at Cafe Maxx. We have been coming for over 30 years and will return as often as possible.
    Cafe MaxxResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for taking the time to comment, Arleen. We are so happy to hear that you have been enjoying your dining experience at Cafe Maxx for over 30 years, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon because your continued support means the world to us. Your loyalty is truly appreciated, and we can't wait to serve you your favorite dishes on your next visit! See for Father's Day weekend

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  6. Jonathan VIP

    Fort Lauderdale17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A sleeper located in Pompano but as good as any restaurant in the Fort Lauderdale area. Thoroughly recommend.
    Cafe MaxxResponded 5 days ago
    We appreciate the time you took to write this review, Jonathan, and we’re overjoyed to know that you found our restaurant to be as good as any in the Fort Lauderdale area. Your recommendation truly means a lot, especially coming from someone who recognizes our efforts in providing an exceptional dining experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  7. stacey VIP

    Fort Lauderdale6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always wonderful fish and lamb chops. We have never been disappointed
    Cafe MaxxResponded 5 days ago
    Stacey, we are honored by your positive words about our wonderful fish and lamb chops, and we’re pleased to know you have consistently enjoyed them. Your loyalty means a lot to us because it motivates our team to keep delivering exceptional dining experiences. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable meal!

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  8. Robin

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service from Louis, food fantastic!! All 8 of us loved our dishes… highly recommend Cafe Maxx .. one of our top 3 in the area
    Cafe MaxxResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for your generous review, Robin. We’re pleased to know that you and your group of eight enjoyed fantastic dishes at Cafe Maxx, especially with the excellent service provided by Louis; it means a lot to us to be among your top three restaurants in the area. We look forward to welcoming you all back soon for another memorable dining experience!

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  9. Lauren VIP

    Fort Lauderdale386 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We really like this restaurant and the staff is just great. The food, while a lot is served with each dish, I feel it is overdone. Too much going on with each dish. Simple sometimes is better. Thank you. We had a nice evening!
    Cafe MaxxResponded 5 days ago
    Lauren, we value the time you invested in writing this review, and it’s great to hear that you enjoyed your evening with us. We're pleased to know that our staff made a positive impression; however, we appreciate your feedback regarding the complexity of our dishes because simplicity can often enhance the dining experience. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, and we hope to welcome you back soon!

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  10. Felice VIP

    West Palm Beach2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A delicious meal served by Lewis. Knowledgeable, professional, attentive!
    Cafe MaxxResponded 5 days ago
    Felice, we appreciate your kind assessment of our restaurant and are pleased to hear that you enjoyed a delicious meal served by Lewis. It’s satisfying to hear about his knowledgeable, professional, and attentive service, as we strive to provide the best dining experience possible. Thank you for sharing your positive experience, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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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 1804 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Fort Lauderdale
  4. Fort Lauderdale East
  5. Pompano Beach

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for Cafe Maxx

2601 E Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    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
  • 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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