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Max's Seafood Cafe, Gloucester, NJ

Max's Seafood Cafe

4.6
4.6
1541 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
Max's Café was built in 1890 as a shoe store. In 1912, 34 North Burlington Street reopened as Leisinger's Saloon for the next 25 years even through prohibition (as a "soft drink establishment"). In 1937, Leisinger's Saloon passed through the family & was renamed Max's Cafe; it’s name for the next 65 years. In 1977, a new simply prepared fresh seafood menu transformed Max's Cafe into Max’s Seafood Café. The neighboring building was acquired to seat the growing number of patrons from both sides of the Delaware River, often forming lines around the corner, waiting to enjoy fresh flounder, shrimp, clams, & most of all, Steamed Mussels! Max's reputation grew for the next 22 years before age & neglect left it in a state of disrepair. The bar restaurant closed in July of 1998 & remained dormant for 2 ½ years. Refurbished in late 2000, Max's Seafood Cafe reopened on June 2, 2001 to continue its tradition of hospitality, impeccably fresh seafood, & most of all Steamed mussels.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 1:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 2:00 pm–8:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (856) 456-9774
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Tim Blair
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private dining room with a fireplace off of our wine cellar that seats up to 22 people and a minimum of two. Perfect place for meeting, family gatherings and intimate special occasions.
  • Neighborhood
    Gloucester City
  • Cross street
    Hudson
  • Parking details
    Parking lot located directly across the street from the restaurant. Off-street parking available and additional spaces behind A & A Deli which is also across the street from Max's.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

What 1,541 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Camden

    Kid-friendly

  • Camden

    Good for groups

  • Camden

    Hot spot

  • Camden

    Neighborhood gem

  • Camden

    Great for fine wines

  • Camden

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Max's Seafood Cafe promises a delightful dining experience with "excellent food and service." Renowned for its "outstanding" seafood and charming atmosphere, it's a local gem perfect for any occasion. While some mention inconsistent service, the overall consensus celebrates its "great" offerings and friendly ambiance, making it a must-visit for seafood lovers.

1,541 Reviews
  1. Joe

    Philadelphia

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on October 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service and the meals were fantastic. If you want seafood you can’t beat Max’s

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  2. Kurt

    Philadelphia

    178 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    178 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is always excellent. One of our go-to's. For sure

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  3. Roxanne

    Philadelphia

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Sat at bar. Not many people which was nice. Food and service was excellent.

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  4. Esther

    Washington DC

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Max’s is a consistently good experience. We had a drink at the bar which is quaint and friendly (they make a great manhattan) then sat down to an outstanding dinner. Mussels in red and clams casino apps were delicious . The four of us fought over the mussels. My linquine and clams in brothy spicy red sauce was the best I’ve had in a long while - including my own.

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  5. paul

    Philadelphia

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My favorite spot!! Always great food and outstanding service

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  6. Kitten

    Philadelphia

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    My husband & I went Sunday of Labor Day wknd. The restaurant was fairly empty & quiet which was kind of nice. But, I believe they may have been short staffed, we waited to see a hostess for about 5 min. We were seated & no one came to table for almost ten min.we stayed, ate & it was just ok.

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  7. Barton

    New Jersey

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 10, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great as usual. Service was a little spotty. Our server was quite young, and I think trying his best. Took a while to get our entrees, but when they came out, they were hot, so the kitchen may have been short staffed.

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  8. Paul

    Atlantic City

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 3, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We went there just for some drinks and light dinner! they put us a a table that is about the size of first base, with no room to move around! Than the waiter seemed to get upset, because we only wanted of starters, and he seemed like he didn’t want to serve us ! We ordered and than came out the food , with just enough room for one plate on the table , and we ordered 3 starters! As for the meals they was good! So for what it was worth I tipped the guy well, so he didn’t lose any good tips!

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  9. Edward

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food great service. The food came out piping hot and perfectly prepared. I was surprised it wasn’t more crowded on a Friday night. A true seafood restaurant!

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  10. ChrisR

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice night out! Food and drinks were good. Mussels delicious!

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Max's Seafood Cafe is rated 4.6 stars by 1541 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
Google Map for Max's Seafood Cafe

34 North Burlington Street, Gloucester, NJ 08030

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Hudson
  • Neighborhood
    Gloucester City
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 1:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 2:00 pm–8:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking lot located directly across the street from the restaurant. Off-street parking available and additional spaces behind A & A Deli which is also across the street from Max's.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Tim Blair
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine
  • Phone number
    (856) 456-9774
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private dining room with a fireplace off of our wine cellar that seats up to 22 people and a minimum of two. Perfect place for meeting, family gatherings and intimate special occasions.
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