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Max's Opera Cafe

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The singing servers in this Opera Plaza eatery have made Max's a San Francisco legend. The food at Max's at Opera Cafe has inspired several smaller Max's (the Diner, Max's Eatz, Sweet Max's) to spring up all over the Bay Area. Besides opera, what can one expect at Max's? Chopped chicken liver and onions, hamburgers and fries, or pastrami on rye. Just about any calorie-packed deli-style temptation imaginable is on the menu. If you don't feel like a hamburger, order a dessert. They are all huge (including macaroons that seem t... read more

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601 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94102, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Gustavo Adolfo Nunez Sanchez 
8 years ago
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David James Graham 
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Ame Cisneros-Piña 
8 years ago

Its a must go place, after attending the Davies Symphony Hall. The shrimp Louis is usually my dish and a nice glass of white zinfandel. 

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Chris Čżæçh Hidalgo 
8 years ago

The place invokes the pretentious, but many find that appealing, so it has its place. Some dishes are worth considering and others are reminiscent of what you can buy at the local supermarket. This place is on the higher end of the traditional over-priced category, even for San Franchesco, CA. Great setting. 

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Marcia Macomber 
8 years ago

Great ambiance, wonderful music, terrific wine, good service. What more could you want? 

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Ron Kean 
8 years ago

Great food, great location, good live piano bar music with up and coming classical singers 

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Sandi Largo 
8 years ago
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Mitch Launer 
8 years ago

perfect place for a pre show snack or meal!I had chicken piccatta. very good! 

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Richard Carr 
8 years ago

Had the chicken Cobb salad this evening before attending SF Opera's "Andrea Chenier". My server was wonderful and he even sings Opera as a tenor. Bravo!! ������� 

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How is Max's Opera Cafe rated?

Max's Opera Cafe has a 4.2 star rating with 1,022 reviews. 

When is Max's Opera Cafe open?

Max's Opera Cafe is closed now. It will open on Monday at 9:00 a.m. 

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