Max's Restaurant Chicago, Cuisine of the Philippines

Although the Max Fried Chicken didn't taste like the one I'm used to at their restaurant in Cebu, Philippines, it was still good. It was a little bit dry, but overall, it was satisfying. The Family Fiesta bilao was well worth the price because you get to try almost everything that they offer at the restaurant. The family size halo-halo was huge! Really HUGE! If you are a family of 4, you can't finish it. The experience was great! All the food in the family fiesta bilao tasted authentic.

Everything sounded so delicious it was hard to choose what to order and, as expected, the flavors did not disappoint! We especially enjoyed the crispiness of the chiken and lechon but the kare kare was especially good. For dessert we ordered halo-halo and it was enormous! So refreshing. Whether it's your first time trying a Filipino dish or the millionth, anyone would enjoy their time at Max's.

We had an absolute feast when we visited Max's RestaurantChicago Bring your appetite. Allow your taste buds to be transported to an exotic land where food is plenty and shared with friends and family The drinks will transport you to the tropics. The food's arrival will confirm that you're no longer in your average neighborhood restaurant. For our drinks, we had the Mango and Calamansi (Philippine Lime). These were actually like slushies, the Calamansi was citrusy but sweet. Both were very refreshing and delicious. We started with the Calamari appetizer, which was fresh, tasty, and more than enough for two. We then ordered the Fiesta Platter (available on weekdays and dine in only). We couldn't believe our eyes at the size of it. It easily feeds 4 or 5. The Fiesta Platter consists of: Crispy Pata Chicken Inasal Inihaw Na Liempo Lumpiang Shanghai Daing Na Bangus Grilled Eggplant Pancit Bihon Garlic Rice Everything is cooked well done and crispy. Just the way we like it. For dessert, we ordered the Halo-Halo, which consists of: Macapuno (Coconut meat) Milk Gulaman (gelatin) Beans Shaved Ice Ube Paste Leche Flan Ube Ice Cream Rice Crispies Jack Fruit Banana You mix up or shake the ingredients before digging in. Such a delicious end to our meal. This could easily feed four as well. Service from our waitress, Jeanna, was excellent. The restaurant is clean and inviting. They are right next to Seafood City, so there is plenty of parking. Bring your loved one, bring your family, and bring your friends! Enjoy a memorable feast of Philipino food at Max's Restaurant Chicago

I COOK, I EAT and I do orders for Authentic Pinoy Dishes for a whole lot of Pinoy Food Enthusiasts all over the US for 15 years. Every chance I get, I look forward to eating Pinoy Food made by other chefs.Lunch at Max’s Restaruant in Chicago with Flo Biliran and Angela Wells.We were greeted courteously upon getting in. Restaurant was clean and presentable. We were waited upon by “Yan”, very friendly, courteous, accommodating, never pushy!Ordering was easy and quick!Food ordered were pleasing and delectable! Presentation was inviting!Ordered a meal set of Whole Max’s Spring Chicken, Chop Suey, Crispy Pata, and Pancit Canton and Lumpiang Shanghai. “Yan” was kind enough to upgrade the Steamed Rice to Garlic Fried Rice which was what we wanted. Also did additional orders of Chicharon Bulaklak (Crispy Ruffle Fat), Sago’t Gulaman and Mango Juice.Our friend, Angela is Caucasian and I first asked her to taste each dish. ‘Twas her first time to taste Filipino Food except for Lumpiang Shanghai ( although not the egg rolls, “locals call them Egg Rolls.) Her favorites were the chicken, Lumpiang Shanghai, Pancit Canton and she also liked the Crispy Pata which she at first declined upon seeing the picture which she thought looked like the teeth! She also liked the mango juice.Everything was delicious to her except the Chicharon Bulaklak, which she refused to taste, upon knowing that it was Pig Innards.Her verdict: a thumbs up!Max’s Fried Chicken. Was my favorite fried chicken back when I was still in the Philippines. I even brought my wife to a Max’s restaurant near St. Paul’s Manila during our first date! Twas Crispy, juicy and delicious, really “SARAP to the Bones”. The Fried Chicken indeed at this restaurant was befitting everything that the Max’s Fried Chicken has been known for, except that, to me, it lacked a bit of seasoning.Was in Manila a few weeks ago where my bro, my sister and three other friends had late lunch at Max’s near the Arzobispado. The company was 5/5. Food was 2/5! Disappointing!Crispy Pata. I LOVE Crispy Pata and always look forward to eating it every little chance that I get. The Pata was crispy, not overdone. Skin was Perfectly Crispy, Meat was soft! I loved it!Pancit Canton. I’d say it was 4/5. Simply because to me it a bit lacked meat and veggies. As always, found it a bit lacking of salt, suited for the palate of non-Filipinos.Chop Suey, was 4/5, so with the Lumpiang Shanghai and the Chicharon Bulaklak. Sago’t Gulaman did not disappoint and Angela liked the mango juice.In summary, we had a pleasant dining experience at the restaurant, and it's great that "Yan" provided excellent service. My detailed feedback on the dishes will hopefully be helpful for others to consider dining there. To me nothing can still outdo Max's Fried Chicken and Crispy Pata . While I may have found Pancit Canton and Chop Suey to be slightly lacking in certain aspects, I would still say our 12-mile- 30 minute trip from the hotel downtown to Max’s Restaurant a trip well worth it!My thoughts and my friend Angela's perspective on Filipino food are things other Filipinos who crave for authentic Filipino food should consider when they come to Chicago. Max’s Restaurant is a place to be!

We had a great experience dining at Max’s. We ordered Kare-Kare, crispy pata and their famous fried chicken. Everything was delicious. Our server Carla was wonderful, she had an excellent customer service, she made sure everything was prepared just right. I Highly recommend this restaurant." Thank you, Carla for taking care of us!

Had an amazing dining experience at Max's Restaurant in Chicago! The Filipino cuisine was absolutely delicious, and the service was top-notch. The warm and inviting atmosphere added to the overall enjoyment. Don't miss out on their signature dishes—they're a true culinary delight! Can't wait to visit again. 🍲🌟 #MaxsChicago #FoodieHeaven

Halo-halo time ⏲️ The food was perfect, but service, it was okay. We weren't able to get our food waited 1 hour. Server forgot our food, so then we got our desert and paid for what we purchased.

My friends and I tried various Filipino dishes. They tasted delicious! I really enjoyed it! 👌 The people were very friendly. Thank you, everyone!