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Max's Oyster Bar

4.5

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Located in West Hartford's growing shopping district, is this restaurant reminiscent of a metropolitan oyster bar. It is the fourth creation of restaurateur Ricard Rosenthal. It was awarded Best New Restaurant by Connecticut Magazine and "Best Seafood Restaurant" in 2003 and 2005.The understated atmosphere of muted colors and comfortable seatings allow the diners to focus on food. Featuring moderns renditions of classic American seafood, the menu has something for everyone. Seafood is the focal point, there are selections fo... read more

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964 Farmington Ave, West Hartford, CT, 06107, 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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Pete Abell 
6 years ago

The experience and food is always outstanding! Highly recommended! 

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Don Reder 
6 years ago

This has been one of our very few "go to" places for everything from their monthly lunch club luncheons to special occasion dinners. Last night was the latter as we were celebrating my wife's 69th birthday...which we did by splitting an excellent Caesar salad and lobsters. She prefers the pan roasted lobster and the baked stuffed lobster is my default choice, both of which were phenomenal. A lovely bottle of Sancerre was the perfect complement to my wife's dinner and my Bombay Sapphire up is always the perfect complement to,... read more

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Stephanie Wheeler Richards 
6 years ago

Amazing. From their carrot dill appetizer to oysters to the tuna bowl dinner — everything was excellent !! I would go back but i was visiting from south florida. 

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Lydell Brown 
6 years ago

The service was wonderful, clean and the oysters were out of this world 

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Ximena Fernandez 
6 years ago

Excelente 

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Bekki Scala 
6 years ago

Everything was fantastic; from the presentation and flavor of the food, to the excellent customer service. Will definitely be back again! 

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Catherine Zapata 
6 years ago

The bartender was truly amazing! The Pan Roasted Lobster was sheer perfection!!! I seen another patron enjoying the Entree... The aroma was so captivating that I ordered the same Meal and the couple next to me felt the same and ordered as well!!! Remarkable dish and Amazing location! Even my very Jamaican friend who is picky enjoyed his Alaskan Crab Legs! We appreciate the hospitality..... I definitely recommend... Happy 4th of July.... Ill be returning for my birthday on July 15!!! 

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Lisa Dennehy 
6 years ago

The best seafood restaurant in CT!!!! The nicest staff. The best Paella!!! Oysters ! Oysters! Delicious desserts!! The price is not bad at all because your getting your money’s worth. I’ll give it 10 stars for this must go restaurant in West Hartford . 

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Chuck Diters 
6 years ago

I’ve only been to Max’s previously for Sunday lunch with my brother after services at his church. Service and food have always been top drawer. Dinner was no different. Great food, excellent service. 

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How is Max's Oyster Bar rated?

Max's Oyster Bar has a 4.5 star rating with 1,973 reviews. 

When is Max's Oyster Bar open?

Max's Oyster Bar is closed now. It will open tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. 

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