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Max's Bistro & Bar, Fresno, CA

Max's Bistro & Bar

4.8
4.8
1712 Reviews
$30 and under
Bistro

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 33 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Healthy
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!

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Scott Sauer/ Big Sur California

Private dining

What 1,712 people are saying

Max's Bistro & Bar 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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Fresno / San Joaquin Valley

    Best Overall

  • Fresno / San Joaquin Valley

    Best Food

  • Fresno / San Joaquin Valley

    Best Service

  • Fresno / San Joaquin Valley

    Best Ambiance

  • Fresno / San Joaquin Valley

    Best Value

  • Fresno / San Joaquin Valley

    Healthy

  • Fresno / San Joaquin Valley

    Hot spot

  • Fresno / San Joaquin Valley

    Lively

  • Fresno / San Joaquin Valley

    Most Booked

  • Fresno

    Best Overall

  • Fresno

    Best Food

  • Fresno

    Best Service

  • Fresno

    Best Ambiance

  • Fresno

    Best Value

  • Fresno

    Hot spot

  • Fresno

    Good for special occasions

  • Fresno

    Lively

  • Fresno

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Max's Bistro & Bar is a Fresno gem with "excellent service" and "delicious food." Guests rave about the "wonderful atmosphere" and "amazing cocktails." The restaurant is perfect for special occasions with "attentive staff" and a "lively ambiance." It's a top choice for "memorable dining experiences" in the area.

1,712 Reviews
  1. RichardJ

    San Joaquin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a most enjoyable dinner. The food was excellent and the service was wonderful. We will definitely come again.

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  2. Déja

    Richmond5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was mostly good. It did take a very long time to get the bill. The food was okay. Everything needed salt and pepper.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    New York City2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    My biggest complaint is the overdressed salads — my Chinese chicken salad was sitting in a lake of dressing! It was such a shame, because the food was otherwise tasty.

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  4. Charles

    San Francisco4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of our regular restaurant when we come to town. Great ambiance, good variety and delicious food and a wonderful staff.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    San Joaquin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was really great. 1000/10 my fav place for the deserts

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  6. Leo

    San Joaquin3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A nice place to enjoy a meal with family and friends.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    San Joaquin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a nice calm and uninterrupted time for our party of 4. The food was cooked as requested and served at an appropriate temperature to enjoy.

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  8. Tricia VIP

    San Joaquin4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food and service as always! The shirt rib tacos are a new favorite! Best cheese board in town! Filet was perfect! See you all soon!

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  9. Aaron

    San Joaquin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s always a treat to eat at Max’s. Great food and service!

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  10. Pancho

    San Joaquin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We chose Max’s to celebrate our 22nd wedding anniversary. My wife and I enjoyed a nice quiet lunch together. The highlight of our meal was the complimentary ice cream sundae with the “Happy Anniversary” chocolate. Thank you very much for a wonderful experience.

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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 1712 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 PM
Booked 33 times today
Google Map for Max's Bistro & Bar

1784 W. Bullard Ave., Fresno, CA 93711

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Scott Sauer/ Big Sur California
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