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    Max's Bistro & Bar

    4.4 (69 reviews)
    Closed 3:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Happy hour specials

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    Caesar Salad
    Kathleen K.

    Great food at a great value, cooked fresh. Kind service in a spacious building. Very accommodating of a larger group.

    Buzo blackened mahi tacos
    Denise F.

    Went to Max's for an early Saturday dinner while celebrating special events. Seated immediately and the setting/vibe is very nice. Nicely decorated, wood floors, tin ceiling. Friendly capable service from bartender/host/wait staff. We did not feel rushed which was great. I had the jalapeño margarita and it was great. Our water glasses were kept filled and dishes removed promptly from table when we were done with them. The chips and salsa were good and replenished when we requested. The cheese dip was disappointing. Lacked flavor. We did not get the chorizo in it as someone in our group was vegetarian. Maybe chorizo would have helped give it needed flavor? Entrees included buzo tacos with blackened mahi, vegetarian fajitas and swordfish with vegetables. Everything was tasty and filling. I thought the beans with my tacos were just ok. My husband loved the swordfish. After he placed his order for it, the server told him the price in menu was inaccurate due to market price. $4 more than what was on the menu. Best practice would be to have accurate price in the menu OR indicate it is market price (as was the case for the lobster entrees). Just providing constructive criticism. Overall, a fine place to dine. I will come again.

    Buzo Taco
    Philip Y.

    Downtown Chippewa Falls after 2 pm, it is difficult to find a place for quick bite. My coworker and I tried to find a place for sandwich, somehow ended up at Max's since all the stores were closed at 2 pm. I ordered Buzo Taco with grilled red snappers. It was great! My friend had Ahi Tuna Burger and it was great, especially the fries were awesome!

    Pina Colada Halibut
    Jan K.

    We were in the back room for a party of ten. Our server did an amazing job at keeping up with all of us, whether it was concerning food or drinks. I can't list off what everyone had, but I know what a few of us had: Pina Colada Halibut, Blackened Scallop Linguine, Tropical Mahi Mahi, Vallarta Shrimp and Chicken Chimichanga. We all really enjoyed our food and had a great experience overall!!!

    Blackened swordfish
    Lesley C.

    This was our first time at Max's and it did not disappoint! Service was excellent and the food was awesome. I had the blackened swordfish and mixed veggies my husband had the lamb. Both entrees were tasty and cooked perfectly. The keylime cheesecake was killer for dessert. We will definitely be back!

    Menu feb 2023
    Troy S.

    Nice space. Mostly seafood options on the menu, plus some steaks and street tacos. The piña colada halibut that was the special of the night. It was good. I have the classic margarita for seven dollars which is also very good. I had the calamari app which was very good. My wife has the pork Carnitas street tacos what she thought we're just OK. We got a side of guacamole for the chips and salsa. we went on a Wednesday night and were seated immediately.

    Our service was alright but they were swamped so no fault of hers. Drinks were great, food was fantastic. My kids loved the touch of the curly straws. We aren't local but if we're ever in the area again we would come back. Very coastal style decor.

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    Molly M.

    Exquisite seafood...what? in Chippewa Falls? Disguised as a Mexican restaurant? YES x3! I tried the Fish Burrito (made to order with snapper)-it was spicy and fresh fish! I couldn't figure out which cheese side I LOVED better (they were both spicy and wonderful). That was nothing compared to the Blackened Ahi! The service was excellent and the restaurant peaceful (the whole vibe was a positive experience!).

    Mahi Mahi
    George M.

    This is one of those places that is certainly more than it looks, perhaps not as great as it could be but still very enjoyable. Everything was cooked well save for the two deep fried items that gave off a fryer oil needs changing flavor and greasiness. So can't the calamari but the seafood burrito and grilled Mahi Mahi were really good.

    Glenn M.

    Our first time here. We had the Blackened Ahi Tuna and Fat Fish Burrito. The tuna was very tasty with fresh vegetables in the middle. The Burrito, we had red snapper, was excellent. We took half home for another complete meal.

    New York strip jumbo scallops
    Eric K.

    I had the steak and scallops and seared tuna for an appetizer everything was absolutely delicious and friendly staff I would highly recommend this place for the Chippewa Valley area

    Buzo tacos with grilled Red snapper

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    This place is great if you are a foodie...they have lots of different dishes that you can't find anywhere else.

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    Nice little find in Chippewa falls. Good food, service and decent prices for unique gourmet food.

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    Food: This is probably the best Mexican around. I ordered…read morethe chimichanga and it exceeded all my expectations. I would highly recommend, especially because it comes with rice and beans. The beef inside tasted very authentic, not to mention delicious. my Sister also got the burrito and enjoyed it a lot. It was very big. The complementary chips and salsa are also a highlight because it's the only salsa I actually like. They also have a small complementary topping and dip bar where you try all kinds of different salsas and other dips and also grab lettuce and limes for you entrée. Over all: food is 9/10 Service: As soon as we walked in a waitress came up to us and seated us. We did not have to wait. She asked us what we wanted to drink. We both got water, but it had lemons in it so it felt fancy. We got our drinks and we're able to order fairly quickly. After we ordered our meal also came very quickly. Our server was very nice and smiley and we got checked on a few times. (Once when we went here our server had this really cool mustache and it honestly just made the whole experience better.) over all: service 9/10 Ambience: The environment is very nice, like if you dress up fancy, you wouldn't feel out of place but you also feel it wouldn't feel out of place if you dressed casual. It doesn't feel cramped but it also isn't overly big. They have lights on the ceiling that moved to the beat of the music that's quietly plain, which is very neat. The fake plants on top of the lights dangling down at a very neat effect. Makes me feel like I'm in Mexico! Over all: 9/10 Over all: Would highly recommend La Authentica (especially the chimichangas) whether your dining alone on a date or as a family

    Were in Rice Lake this weekend and heard about La Autentica. Decided to try it out and we very…read moresuprised at the portion sizes!! I ordered the asada burrito and the wife had the chicken bowl. Very good quality and quantity size portions. Like the condiment bar where you can add your own additional toppings!! IF you haven't eaten here...give it a try!! Will stop in again when in town!! PS...margarita specials Monday and Tuesday!! The wait staff was ALSO very friendly!!

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