(415) 646-8600
398 Geary St
San Francisco,
CA
94102
37.7873
-122.41
Neighborhoods: Northeast, Tenderloin
What People Are Saying About Max's On The Square
The Editor
Gina Goff
Citysearch
In Short – Located a couple of blocks off Union Square in the Maxwell Hotel, this lively sandwich shop does a brisk business with hungry shoppers and hotel guests. A handful of noshers sit at the fully stocked bar, nibbling on appetizers like popcorn shrimp and stuffed mushrooms. Groups pile into oversized booths near the windows and people-watch while waiting for platters of burgers, barbecued ribs and piled-high corn beef and pastrami hoagies on house-baked bread.
10/23/07
Decent Food............
by mxgirl280
My boyfriend and I had breakfast here while visiting the fantastic city of SF. Portions were beyond huge, and service was average. Had no real complaints until I was totally stuffed and waiting for my guy to finish eating, so I was looking around taking the place in, when on the wall behind my boyfriend I saw a "pest" of the six legged variety just crawling around like it was his regular routine! Felt kinda ill after that! I know all restuarants have some "pest", but when they are sharing a table with you, its just not right!
- Pros: Huge portions at a decent price
- Cons: unwanted dining partners
04/05/07
This place get's it right EVERY TIME!
by ptjessen
One of my favorite places to dine. The staff is always friendly and helpful, the food always generous and tasty. Stay away when the pre-theater crowds are eating, as it will be noisy and rushed. Any other time is fabulous. In the tradition of an East Coast diner, they have a very extensive menu (lot's of sandwiches), and fantastic calorie laden desserts. Prices are very reasonable. Max's is a must if you like good, basic food and consistent great service.
- Pros: Food, Service, Value
- Cons: Very busy, chaotic for the "before" the theater crowd.
03/14/06
Eh
by hbi0806
Overpriced and the food ranged from bad to just "ok". Do not order the lasagna--it only comes with one layer of noodles and cheese with thin sauce in between. We also had an order of the brisket at the table but it was nothing out of the ordinary. The brocolli was so hard you could knock out the waiter! The dessert was nothing out of the ordinary. I had high hopes but this restaurant is overrated!
- Pros: nothing
- Cons: overpriced, lots of homeless in neighborhood, below average food
The Details on Max's On The Square
The Extras:
For all the health-conscious diners and dieters, the menu also provides a list of choices that include low-fat and low-carb entrees, meals on-the-go and even desserts. Try healthy eats like the poached salmon remoulade or the dark chocolate decadence.
Fun Fact:
A quirky list of "Max's Laws" forbids soggy French fries and waiters who ask annoying questions.
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