Max's Bistro & Bar

Name: Max's Bistro & Bar
Address: 1784 W. Bullard Ave., Fresno, CA, United States, 93711
Telephone: (559) 439-6900
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1267 Reviews

$30 and under

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Max’s is regarded as one of the finest restaurants in the Central Valley. Our rustic California Cuisine and Gallery setting features local artist Tomas Panzarino. Max’s has welcomed Fresno visitors and our local neighbors for over 10 years. We are dedicated to using fresh local produce along with our house made artisan breads to insure a quality and healthy dining experience. The same quality and freshness is found in all the cocktails from our bar. Premium liquors, hand squeezed juices and muddled berries create our exceptional and award winning martini’s. We look forward to your visit!

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 20, 2022

May 2022

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Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

11:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(559) 439-6900

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Bistro, Steakhouse, Seafood
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(559) 439-6900
Website
http://www.maxsbistro.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Scott Sauer/ Big Sur California
Catering
Delivery of catering menu items to your business or home.
Private party facilities
Max's has two semi-private dining areas accommodating party sizes of 18 or 40. We can also accomodate buy-out parties of up to 160 guests. Contact us for additional information.
Private party contact
J.J. Wettstead: (559) 892-9969

Location
1784 W. Bullard Ave. Fresno, CA 93711
Neighborhood
Fresno
Cross street
West
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

French Quarter Shrimp$20.00
Char-grilled shrimp, spicy butter sauce, toast points
Calamari$15.00
Buttermilk Dipped & Fried Calamari, Roasted Peanuts, Green Onion with Lemon Aioli, Sweet Chili Sauce & Wasabi Creme
Charcuterie & Cheese Board$20.00
Ask your server about our daily cheese & Charcuterie selection. Served with fig jam, Whole Grain mustard, fruit & nuts
Basil Arancini$11.00
House marinara, shaved grana padano, fresh herbs
White Bean & Sun Dried Tomato Bruschetta$14.00
Ricotta & toasted pugliese bread
Gnocchi$9.00
Butter fried potato gnocchi, shaved parmesan, fresh herbs
Crispy Brussels$9.00
Applewood smoked bacon & Butter

Max's Signature Fries

Basket $10, cup $7. All three by the cup $15

Sweet Potato
With jalapeno-arugula aioli
Truffle
With fresh parmesan
Eggplant
With sriracha aioli

Salads

Superfood Salad$13.00
Brussels, cabbage, kale, granny smith green apple, strawberries, pumpkin seeds, crumbled bleu cheese & honey mustard dressing
- Chicken$19.00
- Salmon$23.00
Chinese Chicken$17.00
House roasted & pulled chicken, organic greens, crispy noodles, red cabbage, peanuts, confetti bell peppers & sesame ginger dressing
Pan-Seared Salmon$23.00
Organic greens, chickpeas, cucumber dill relish, feta & white balsamic vinaigrette
Strawberry Spinach$13.00
Baby spinach, strawberries, candied pecans, feta cheese & poppy seed dressing
Rosemary Pecan Chicken$19.00
Organic greens, grape tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, avocado & creamy bleu cheese dressing
Chopped Wedge Salad$14.00
Romaine, Pine nuts, applewood smoked bacon, blue cheese crumbles & creamy blue cheese dressing
Kale Caesar$13.00
Kale, Romaine, Red onion, toasted pine nuts, croutons, shaved parmesan & lemon caesar dressing.
Arugula & Mushrooms$13.00
Goat cheese, roasted mushrooms, garlic confit & warm herb vinaigrette

Sandwiches

Add a cup of fries $3

New Orleans Muffuletta$15.00
Salami, Ham, Swiss, Provolone, Olive salad with house Vinaigrette & Soft french roll.
The Max Burger$19.00
Painted hills natural beef, applewood smoked bacon, sharp cheddar, lettuce, tomato, caramelized onions, dijon mayo & house baked bun
Turkey Avocado$16.00
Roasted turkey, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, avocado, lemon-pepper aioli & toasted rosemary focaccia bread
French Dip$16.00
Roast beef, vermont sharp white cheddar, house au jus, creamy horseradish & ciabatta roll
Green Goddess$13.00
Butter Lettuce, Sprouts, Fresh Mozzarella, Avocado, English Cucumber, Slivered White Onion, Green Goddess Dressing & Toasted Multigrain Bread ( Can be Prepared Vegan )
Max's Grilled Chicken Club$16.00
Grilled chicken, applewood smoked bacon, havarti, pesto aioli & toasted focaccia
Caprese$15.00
Tomato, fresh mozzarella, torn basil, Enzo extra virgin olive oil, balsamic glaze & grilled sourdough.

Entrees

Kobe Beef Meatloaf$30.00
Kobe beef & pork meatloaf, caramelized tomato glaze, mashers, french bean almondine applewood smoked bacon
Filet Mignon$35.00
Grilled 6oz. prime Filet, Gruyere & shallot potato gratin cake, asparagus, roasted garlic & herb compound butter
Eggplant Parmesan$17.00
Breaded & Roasted eggplant medallion, Parmesan Risotto Cake & Fried Basil & Classic Marinara

What 1,267 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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Great for Lunch
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Notable Wine List
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was amazing. The food, the service, our waitress. I will be back.
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nnazery
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had the eggplant fries (love the siracha aioli), kale caesar salad and my daughter had the avocado turkey sandwich. Great food, great ambience, and locally owned. Service was fine and location too.
CC
ChristyC
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great meal with helpful patient servers. A bit noisy, but not enough to hamper conversation.
BW
BritniW
San Joaquin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect lunch for Mother’s Day
BR
BillR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved the food and dining experience! Will be back soon!
B
Bmsig
Atlanta
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great place to have dinner or an after work event!
JM
JustinM
Sacramento
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Max’s never disappoints. My wife and I love dining here.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall3food5service3ambience3
The food was excellent. Unfortunately, the service wasn’t great. There were two large parties happening, and the servers were focused on them. Server only checked on our drinks once, and we basically didn’t see her after she dropped off our check, while we were still eating. Someone else picked up the slack and at least cleared our plates, but not the service I would have expected for the amount we paid for lunch. I would give it another shot however, because the food was that good.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Service was great. Clay did a very good job of being close but not intrusive. Scallops were great There was an accident at the next table and everyone pitched in to make it better.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service3ambience5
They forgot to serve us the bread after mentioning they were going to bring us some.
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Olafiowa
San Joaquin
17 reviews
vip
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
It's been at least 5 years since we've been to Max's Bistro. I ordered the filet and my ordered the scallops. Both dishes were good, portions nice and well presented. The only issue was I ordered the steak medium rare and it came out medium well. I didn't complain as it was tasty. Just be warned if you're picky ask the waiter what to expect. They kept us in bread before the meal arrived and waiter and serving staff were very nice.
GG
GailG
Central Coast
83 reviews
vip
5.0
83 reviews
Dined on April 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic service. Excellent food as always. Very fresh and tasty food.
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treasuredtime
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Never disappoints! A stand out, especially during this time where good service can seem hard to find. We love Max’s delicious consistency!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
$ 93 for a good but not great lunch, no booze, get over yourselves!
FJ
FresnoJeff
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
I haven't been to Max's in several years. I have been missing out! The food was really good. A very nice menu. The service was outstanding!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Joaquin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was daughter’s birthday our waitress did outstanding job! The waitress on bringing out the cake we brought to restaurant the waitress did amazing job! On serving the cake she made it special! She even took a group picture of us my daughter had very special birthday! We had very good service last night
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SteveW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We took an out of town business guest for lunch and it didn't disappoint. Keep up the good work!
PS
PaulineS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Excellent food and service—one of my favorite restaurants!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dallas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great evening!
CH
ChristinaH
Central Coast
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Attentive server, great food and service!
LJ
LeslieJ
San Francisco
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, the food, service and ambiance were all very good. The food is consistently delicious. Service is attentive. The fresh halibut in spring and summer is always excellent and my go-to meal at Maxs.
DP
DebP
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall5food4service4ambience5
Very good!
J
Jsp1792
Sacramento
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Enjoyed the food! And ambiance. Service was good too.
JK
JohnK
Tampa
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always delightful. We enjoy the food, the service and the energy of Max’s.
AC
AshleyC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was my first time me & my boyfriend went it was so pretty inside food was great and the drinks
JP
JamesP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great date night. We got caught up in conversation and would keep forgetting to look at the menu. our server was patient with us and gave the perfect amount of space while being perfectly attentive. Prompt ticket times with orders. Food was fantastic (its always fantastic thats why i brought my date!) Well done Maxs Bistro.
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Sgronlund
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect place for Ladies that Lunch! Great service and food. Plus love the decor on the walls from a local artist.
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Tapdncr
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love dining at Max’s. The service and the food never disappoints. Great ambiance and the server was outstanding.
PT
PhilipT
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great experience. The staff is friendly and accommodating. Food is consistently well prepared and well served.
DG
DarG
Los Angeles
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 27, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
Food was consistently good. In comparison to dining here at other times where the service has been above and beyond or the door really wowed, this time was pretty average.
GC
GreggC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 24, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Really good food, excellent service, relaxing atmosphere
EC
ElizabethC
San Joaquin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went to Max's bistro for a birthday dinner celebration. Food was delicious, waitress was lovely, and ambiance was great!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 20, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Everything it was good! The food , service was great !
CB
CByrd
San Joaquin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Easily some of the best food in Fresno. Everything was cooked to perfection. Great service, great food, and the restaurant provided a great environment. I've spent more at Ruth's Chris to only have a fraction of the experience. Max's is now my go-to "fancier" dining. Thank you for making my birthday dinner with my wife a memorable one.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Central Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Anniversary dinner! Food was delicious and the service was excellent! Dessert was amazing!
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Paulab
San Joaquin
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always have great food and service! I have never had a bad experience and have been several times.
c
chrisg
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
All of the employees from the time we walked into the door until the time we walked out were all very helpful and friendly. The food was absolutely delicious! I was impressed with my overall experience. It was nice to be inside of a restaurant where the employees make you feel valued to be a customer.
RS
RitaS
San Joaquin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best place to eat hands down!!! Loved everything from my salad to the molten lava cake! Yummy!!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Joaquin
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and service was super
JM
JimmyM
San Francisco
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food! A lot of nice wines to choose from and service is excellent!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Max's Bistro & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (559) 439-6900.

Max's Bistro & Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 1267 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 20, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

11:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(559) 439-6900

1784 W. Bullard Ave. Fresno, CA 93711

Additional information

Cross street
West
Neighborhood
Fresno
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Bistro, Steakhouse, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Scott Sauer/ Big Sur California
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.maxsbistro.com/
Phone number
(559) 439-6900
Catering
Delivery of catering menu items to your business or home.
Private party facilities
Max's has two semi-private dining areas accommodating party sizes of 18 or 40. We can also accomodate buy-out parties of up to 160 guests. Contact us for additional information.
Private party contact
J.J. Wettstead: (559) 892-9969

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Max's Bistro & Bar

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

22 Fresno / San Joaquin Valley Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Filet Mignon

Kobe Beef Meatloaf

Scallops

Starters

French Quarter Shrimp$20.00

Calamari$15.00

Charcuterie & Cheese Board$20.00

Basil Arancini$11.00

White Bean & Sun Dried Tomato Bruschetta$14.00

Gnocchi$9.00

Crispy Brussels$9.00

Max's Signature Fries

Sweet Potato

Truffle

Eggplant

Salads

Superfood Salad$13.00

Chinese Chicken$17.00

Pan-Seared Salmon$23.00

Strawberry Spinach$13.00

Rosemary Pecan Chicken$19.00

Chopped Wedge Salad$14.00

Kale Caesar$13.00

Arugula & Mushrooms$13.00

Sandwiches

New Orleans Muffuletta$15.00

The Max Burger$19.00

Turkey Avocado$16.00

French Dip$16.00

Green Goddess$13.00

Max's Grilled Chicken Club$16.00

Caprese$15.00

Entrees

Kobe Beef Meatloaf$30.00

Filet Mignon$35.00

Eggplant Parmesan$17.00

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