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Max Downtown - Hartford, Hartford, CT

Max Downtown - Hartford

4.8
4.8
175 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
19:30
Booked 37 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Great for happy hour
Located right in downtown Hartford since 1996, Max Downtown continues to add to all that the city has to offer with its legendary service, food and drink selection. Max Downtown has won a number of awards including Connecticut Magazine's Best for Overall Excellence, Hartford Magazine's Best Power Lunch Spot, Best for Business Entertaining and Best Wine List; has been featured in the Hartford Courant's Great Steaks: The State's Sizzling Best and was rated "Don't Miss" by the New York Times.

With a significant list of vintage and non-vintage wines stored in-house, Max Downtown is excited to additionally offer its stunning wine mezzanine as a focal point. Our selection is bound to have the perfect accompaniment for your occasion whether it’s by the glass or by the bottle.

If spirits are more your style, Max Downtown's whiskey bar features a broad selection of international bourbons, ryes, scotches and whiskeys crafted across the globe, from Kentucky to Japan.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30–21:00 Fri 11:30–22:00 Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (860) 522-2530
  • Website
    http://www.maxdowntown.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Location
    185 Asylum St, Hartford, CT 06103-3408
  • Area
    Hartford
  • Cross Street
    Between Trumbull and Haynes St
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    Asylum St.
  • Additional
    Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access

Experiences

  • New Year's Eve Prix Fixe Menu

    US$125.00 per person

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Come Celebrate New Year's Eve with Max Downtown. Ring in the New Year with our singular offering of specially designed 3 course menu from our Executive Chef Chris Sheehan. Each guest will get a choice of an appetizer, entrée, and dessert for $125. Selections will be based off of our dinner menu with a few New Year's addition's to bring the Max Downtown experience into the new year!

  • Whisk(e)y Wednesday - The Macallan

    US$79.00 per person

    Prepaid

    15 Jan 2025 only
    We're thrilled to invite you to another exclusive Whisk(e)y Wednesday tasting that promises to be a truly memorable evening for enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike. Prepare your palate for an night of discovery as we delve into a curated selection of exceptional spirits from The Macallan. Stephen Biechler, The Macallan Brand Specialist, will guide you through a journey of flavors, aromas, and stories behind each one, paired with delectable hors d'oeuvres prepared by Executive Chef Chris Sheehan.

Menu

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What 175 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Connecticut

    American

  • Hartford

    Best Overall

  • Hartford

    Best Food

  • Hartford

    Best Ambience

  • Hartford

    Great for fine wines

  • Hartford

    Lively

  • Hartford

    American

  • Hartford

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Max Downtown in Hartford is a "favorite restaurant" known for its outstanding food and service. Guests rave about the "amazing Tomahawk Friday special" and consistently "exceptional dining experiences." The atmosphere is perfect for both casual and business occasions. Attentive staff and "fantastic cocktails" enhance every visit.

175 Reviews

  1. gerarda

    VIP

    New York City

    26 reviews

    3.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant is inviting and well appointed -the server approached and indicated that we would need to order quickly as the kitchen was closing - we had a 9:45 reservation and arrived on time - so we felt quite disrespected to be told this - if the kitchen is so intent on closing at 10:00 - then you should not take a 9:45 reservation

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  2. Dennis

    Southwest Florida

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Was taken care of immediately by a very nice young lady (Adrianna), food was fine, value questionable.......however, our server (Cassie) was terrific and made the experience worth the visit!

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  3. Alexis

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food and wonderful service. We had a reservation right when they opened and arrived a few minutes early but it was freezing and they welcomed us right in. My son had the salmon and said it was awesome (he’s very picky). Highlight had to be the baked Alaska for dessert!

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  4. Jason

    Connecticut

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service were great it was a nice time with my Fiance for our 16th anniversary

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  5. Roxanna

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our waiter, Michael’s first night and he was very attentive to us. It was one of our guest’s first visit and she was blown away! Everyone on staff was warm and welcoming.

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  6. Brianna

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience ! Enjoyed my time at this establishment and would definitely come back!

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  7. Randy

    VIP

    New York City

    55 reviews

    2.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was served incorrectly; fish was a very small portion for a high price. We are used to paying well for dining, but this was exorbitant.

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  8. Janice

    Vancouver

    22 reviews

    3.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Max Downtown is usually so great. But tonight the restaurant was between 60 and 65 degrees. The staff explained that the building managers did not turn on the heat. But to me, it represented very poor customer service. I thought they should have given us a discount. No such luck. Service was not particularly fast or accommodating and one plate had to be sent back because it was cold. Not that fun to be charged 40 to 60 per plate to eat with our coats on.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    After checking in at the front, we had to wait a while for seating. We noticed other tables getting their meal before us even we seated and ordered earlier. It took one and a half hours to get our dinner. We understood it was busy night, but we were a little disappointed. As we have been the restaurant a few times in the past for our celebrations ( anniversary and birthdays and more), we can compare how our experience was. It was actually our son's birthday! I am sorry for letting you know that our experience wasn't the best as expected.

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  10. Lisa

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    95 reviews

    5.0

    95 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a great experience at Max Downtown. Great customer service and food.

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FAQs

Max Downtown - Hartford offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (860) 522-2530.

Max Downtown - Hartford is rated 4.8 stars by 175 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:30
Booked 37 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Max Downtown - Hartford

185 Asylum St, Hartford, CT 06103-3408

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between Trumbull and Haynes St
  • Area
    Hartford
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30–21:00 Fri 11:30–22:00 Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    Asylum St.
  • Additional
    Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access
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