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    Max's Bar And Grill

    3.3 (205 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Live music
    Casual
    Dogs allowed

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    8 oz. The Breakfast Burger
    Karly K.

    Welcoming joint with outdoor and indoor option. Extensive menu with fun options, but very overpriced. Tried the breakfast burger--tons of avocado which was nice, but the egg was a super runny sunny side up when it stated fried on the menu, and the pork roll was basically a very thick cut slice of ham. The fries were room temperature McDonald's style. Burger was huge and extremely messy to bite into, did not have much flavor, and was over cooked (they ask how you want it). I will say despite the negative, it was not the WORST I've had just nothing I'm running back for. Maybe try a hot dog since that's what they're known for. P.S. the waitress was a doll and they have their own parking lot which makes things easy.

    Mel M.

    LONG BRANCH: Max's Bar and Grill piqued our attention after being featured on the TV show Kitchen Nightmares, which is surprising that they were even on the show because they have been a staple in the area for almost 100 years! 2028 will be their 100th anniversary! They are famous for their hot dogs and they also have a full menu to please anyone's palette. A full bar and local beers complements the American-style menu and it is a spacious space to watch the game and meet people from all over the world! We met a couple visiting from Barcelona who were on their own tour of Bruce Springsteen history. We also met Tom, who is associated with the restaurant and he was fun to talk to. Their menu and drink selection will expand with Memorial Day approaching. Best of all, leashed and friendly dogs can join you inside and they are always pet friendly. Brie tip: take a photo with the awesome Long Branch, NJ mural on the front of the building.

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    Jim S.

    I've been coming here for over 40 years. My first time they were on the ocean. So I'd grab a dog and a beer and sit facing the ocean. Sadly that was destroyed by a fire. Been coming back sporadically for a Summer tradition, here today 06/21/2024 and it doesn't disappoint ! Thanks for the great food memories

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    Elizabeth C.

    I came here with my pup the other day after the Easter egg hunt on the beach in Long branch. I knew that the establishment was pet friendly as I saw it on Facebook. When I arrived with my pup, we were the only ones in the bar/restaurant. The young lady behind the bar told me that we could sit wherever we wanted to. I chose to sit at a table near the bar area so that she wouldn't have to go so far to get to us. She immediately brought a water bowl for my dog, and please sit near the table on the floor. I looked over the menu and decided on a hotdog with cheese and bacon. I also ordered a side of french fries. To drink I ordered a Malibu breeze. The young lady came out with a little cup, filled with whipped cream and half of a milk bone for my pup. I thought that that was a really cute gesture. My hotdog was excellent. It had a snap to it when he bid it which is the best. There was enough bacon on it that I could share a piece with my pup. We will definitely be back when the weather is warmer, and we can sit outside.what a great place for you to be able to bring your dog inside though. Thanks for the memories my girl and I will be back!

    Classic Hot Dog and a Pretzel
    Matthew S.

    I did it. I finally went to Max's. After hearing for several years that they had the best hot dog in New Jersey, a legendary hot dog at that, I had to go and have one. I hate to break it to you, but do not waste your time. The hot dog is big, a foot long, it does taste great, and it does have its natural casing, but there is not much to like beyond that. The bun is cheap, it adds absolutely no value to the hot dog. The wiener is not 100% beef, rather 80/20 beef to pork. At least they are honest about that. It is also pretty expensive considering what comes with it. A small dollop of coleslaw and four tavern chips. That is it. Quite underwhelming considering at WindMill you can get a lot more for half the price. I also ordered some side pretzels. Nothing stood out here, even though you get an order of two and they are not bad. But again, nothing is added by ordering these. I succumbed to temptation and got a milkshake. They are hand spun (I can see the milkshake mixers), that I liked. They also use natural ice cream. But these are very rich. You will need a strong stomach to finish one of these. The service is cute and friendly, carrying a bit of that Jersey Shore vibe, but here it feels more forced than genuine. The menu also appears to be appealing to too many people. Best thing to do is simplify it and just serve hot dogs and hamburgers and leave the rest out. No need to go crazy. I am not too crazy about Max's.

    Dawn M.

    We were first there on a Friday. But the staff was friendly. I ordered the Mr Max, which is their chili and cheese dog. I wanted to sub the chips out for fries but no substitutes allowed. Which worked in my favor because these were house cut chips that were thin and crispy. Good have been great if they had been dusted with a hint of salt. I wasn't expecting a long wiener but it was very good and grilled on the stove top. The chili had beans which didn't overpower the dog and the cheese was good. I got a side of spicy relish but ended up just eating that with the chips. Very casual atmosphere. Great spot to hit before going to the beach.

    Max's is the place-to-be for drinks & dinner whenever we go to Monmouth Racetrack. We stopped in on Labor Day shortly after power returned after an unfortunate 3-hour outage and was warmly welcomed by the owner, Jen. While Max's was challenged with limited staff and influx of customers, we were grateful to be served by Denisse who was very attentive, friendly, and helpful. Thank you, Denisse. We enjoyed our drinks and delicious chili, hot dog, chicken sandwich, and onion rings. Everything tasted great as always. We'll be back again.

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    Good food at this restaurant, great atmosphere and service was spot on , definitely recommend this place

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    2 years ago

    Always a great hot dog been going there for years live close by my family loves it always clean

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    Thank you so much !

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    3 years ago

    Always a great time with food, drinks and music! Love to stop in and hang at this beachside bar & grill.

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    3 years ago

    Good food good service but they close too early during the week. Delicious hot dogs and great onion rings

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