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Maximo

4.6 (178 reviews)
PriceyMexican
Closed • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Jaylynn M.

I'm still sitting inside the restaurant and had to write a review. Phillip has been providing me with excellent service at the bar. He is very knowledgeable about the menu and very warm. I opted in the for tasting menu and added the beverage pairing. I'm on my third course of the five and my mind is blown. I cannot say enough good things about Maximo. This is my first time and I know that if I lived closer to the area, I would be a regular.

Hibiscus margarita & daiquiri
Desiree C.

I went to Maximo for the first time and our waiter was Alfredo. He was anwwweesooommmeee and help recommend some good choices for us to try off the menu. He was Very informative. We sat inside the area where it's outside but covered it was soo nice .we ordered Doraditos de suadero, Guacamole, Taco plate -3 tacos ,Tostada de Camaron,Happy hr hibiscus margarita & daquri which were both good but the margarita was the best! Oh and for desert we got this chocolate brownie cake thing that was AHHHHMAZING and a banana pudding desert of some sort.ALL of the food we ordered tasted so fresh and was very good. I'd definitely come back here again.

Duck Carnitas Benedict and Breakfast Burrito
Serena S.

Went for Sunday brunch with a reservation and were seated almost immediately on the patio. It's temperature-controlled, which is a huge plus in Houston, and it's still super cute. We ordered the breakfast burrito and the duck carnitas. We added barbacoa to the burrito, and it was honestly the definition of comfort food. It was EXTREMELY greasy though, so I ended up eating it with a fork and knife. If I had been home alone... I probably would've just shoved the whole thing in my mouth. I couldn't not order the duck carnitas. It came on a sope, which is basically my definition of the perfect Mexican brunch. It was really yummy, and I especially loved the salsa that came with it. My only real critique is that the portions felt a little on the smaller side. Either bump them up a bit or add a small side, because I definitely could've eaten a little more.

Clara cocktail
Garrett O.

Great first visit to Maximo! Don't make it to Houston as much as I used to, but will definitely be back to visit. Really appreciate the staff and their recommendations on what to try. We had a few of the appetizers, mains, and beverage pairings. Favorites were the papas and pato! Happy hour from 4-6 on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. We enjoyed a family celebration, and although initially nervous to sit outside, it's plenty comfortable with their A/C setup! Look forward to the next visit!

Potatoes
Shari S.

Unfortunately, our experience fell well below expectations. Upon arrival, the hostess was unfriendly and dismissive. We were simply told to "sit on the bench and wait" with no effort made to make us feel welcome or comfortable while waiting for our table. When making the reservation, we specifically requested either a quiet table or seating at the bar. Despite this, we were seated at a small table between two particularly noisy groups. On one side was a family with three young children playing a loud game involving frequent shouting and slapping on the table. There was intermittent drumming which the parents were oblivious to. On the other side was a large group facing us engaged in very loud ongoing conversation. The result was an atmosphere that made it difficult to enjoy the meal. Service was also inconsistent. Our server offered chips to accompany the Tiradito but she never brought them. Overall, the evening was disappointing. Between the unwelcoming reception from the dour hostess, noisy seating arrangement and lapses in service, the experience was far from enjoyable. Could not wait to leave.

Maximo Margarita
Haley G.

Came to Maximo on a weekday around 5:30 and it was pretty quiet at first, but by the time we finished dinner the place had filled up a lot. It's definitely a smaller, cute neighborhood spot with a really fun vibe. The service was good. Our server was funny, attentive, and made the experience fun. We started with the "corn ribs" appetizer and WOW. Probably one of my favorite corn dishes I've had in a long time. So flavorful and addictive. We also got the "Tiradito de Hamachi" crudo, which was fresh and delicious! For the entree, my friend and I shared the tacos (which comes with your choice of 3). We added an extra taco to make it 4. I was genuinely shocked that the mushroom taco ended up being my favorite because I almost always prefer meat, but it was THAT good. The fried shrimp taco was also amazing. For dessert, we got the tres leches cake. I'm usually not a huge fan of strawberry or fruit toppings on desserts, but the cake itself was really, really good. I ended up just removing the strawberries and eating the cake, which was moist and flavorful. The only downside for me was the drinks. They looked larger than they actually were because of the glassware, and they tasted a little watered down. I had two, and they just weren't very strong or super flavorful. Other than that though, the food and service absolutely made up for it. Definitely a spot I'd come back to!

Priscilla L.

Definitely worth a visit. The branzino and hamachi crudo were my favorites, but we loved every dish and drink we ordered. The tres leches was also a great treat and not too sweet. I would also recommend the lump crab dish, guacamole, and shrimp appetizer A really cool concept and service was great. All staff were really friendly and made sure our experience was great. Our server paced out our courses really well and made sure we always had clean plates and silverware. Would definitely come back and try more of the menu There's a small parking lot and also lots of free street parking. The restaurant itself is cute and relatively small

Watermelon chamoy palate cleanser
Sandra K.

Brought my friend in who was visiting from Phoenix and we tried the new tasting menu. We got a few extra things and Chef Adrian changed my friend's opinion of mushrooms. Everything he does is magic! Geoff is also the best of the best. He remembers what I've had and haven't had and his service is second to none. Everything is exceptional and more importantly it's consistently exceptional.

Tasting menu
Briann R.

Fantastic service. Geoff was our server and he is so cool and such a good vibe. The food was immaculate! We did the tasting menu and I think the quality and value is unmatched. This entire experience was luxurious yet approachable. I love when fine dining is accessible. I can't wait to go back.

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Leslie C.

(NOTE: ONLINE MENU ISNT COMPLETELY UP TO DATE) First time here and had a great brunch experience! My husband's cousin raved about having dinner here the week prior so we decided to try out the Sunday brunch. My husband and I were somewhat skeptical at first based off of the photos. This is not our typical Mexican food. The plates looked a lot smaller online, but I am so glad we tried it because it was delicious!! To start we had a few drinks: 1. Flor de Fuego - it tasted like agua de jamaica with a splash of citrus, in my opinion it was very refreshing 9/10 2. Frozen Margarita - my husband's cousin ordered this in a yeti tumbler, he said the margarita was really good except it was a bit hard to drink since it was frozen the whole time lol 8.5/10 ***tumbler was an additional cost. It is a 16oz yeti. They do offer $10 refills anytime you bring the cup back 3. My husband drank a pacifico. Classic beer. They offered it in both bottle and in glass. 9/10. 4. Carafe mango mimosa - this served about 4 drinks total. It was very champagne forward with the tiniest amount of juice 7.5/10 APPETIZERS: 1. Housemade Bacon w/ Salsa Ranchera - in my opinion this was DELICIOUS. The salsa on this was amazinggg. This dish also comes with a side of authentic flour tortillas. 10/10 2. Tiradito de Hamachi - meh, it was good but wouldn't order again. It literally just tasted like strawberries with a salty aftertaste. We really wanted the aguachiles but they were no longer on the brunch menu. 6.5/10 3. Enfrijoladas - surprisingly this had a lot of flavor, it was paired with the same salsa at the bacon 10/10 ENTREES: 1. Ensalada de cesar - pretty solid, very lemony 8/10 2. Steak and eggs - this was really good, i would say that the steak looked a lot bigger online but it was still overall a delicious filling dish 9.5/10 3. Chilaquiles Divorciados - Probably my favorite thing on the menu. YOU NEED TO TRY THIS WITH THE BARBACOA! It had so much flavor to it and the barbacoa just melts in your mouth 10/10 4. Bacon Burrito - the other couple ordered this and said they enjoyed it, we all expected it to be a lot bigger though 8/10 DESSERT: 1. Tres Leches - the jam on this wasnt my favorite. It was very overpowering. The cake itself was really good. Would order again with fresh strawberries, no jam 7.5/10 2. Banana Pudding Bunelo - its your typical bunelo with a small amount of banana cream filling, topped with homemade banana ice cream 7.5/10 3. Masa Pancake - I am not the biggest fan of pancakes so I didn't try it but the other couple enjoyed it OVERALL: 9/10 experience!!! Total for our portion (Hamachi, 2 drinks, salad, steak, chilaquiles, and tres leches) came out to a total of about $120. We Will definitely be coming back to try out their dinner menu. Unfortunately, we were told that the green spaghetti is no longer on the menu !!!!

Masa cornbread
Brittany M.

Another great time had at Maximo. I would say the service this time wasn't as sharp as my previous visits but that didn't take away from my overall experience. We decided to do the tasting menu again and have 0 regrets although you may want to order one or two additional things as the portions are small. What's so fun about Maximo is that they not only change up the dishes every season but also improve upon some of the old ones. I remember not loving the texture and density of the masa cornbread during our first visit. This time, it was smaller but also softer and more balanced. The sauce was devoured. The tasting menu is a fun flavor journey although it seems like they aren't always able to accommodate dietary restrictions. We ordered the pork belly tacos and Tlacoyo De Cangrejo along side our tasting and I'm very glad I did. The Tlacoyo felt like elevated street food. Lots of crab and the fried cheese added a wonderful flavor and texture component without being too overwhelming. The pork belly was also a hit. It was also very odd for me because 99% of the time I do not like fat on my meat at all to the point it makes me gag but this literally melted in my mouth. Freaked me out a bit. I've had meat described that way but this is the first time I actually experienced it. Maximo is truly one of the few places that deserves all the hype.

Guacamole with baked chips - must try!
Janice K.

Delicious upscale Mexican food with a thoughtfully curated menu. We sat in the climate controlled patio out front, and it was lovely. It truly felt like an extension of the restaurant. Service was remarkable and very friendly from the host to the cleaning staff. Food was delicious. I really appreciated the creative flavors that were inspired by authentic Mexican cuisine. Standouts were the guacamole and wagyu carne asada, but everything was fantastic. I loved the Clara cocktail and enjoyed learning about the process to create it. It is clear that there was care and attention behind each menu item. Also, the pace of the food being brought out was evenly paced, which I appreciate, and our server gave us just the right amount of attentiveness. We celebrated my husband's birthday here, and they sent out a tres leches with a candle on it. Very kind and very delicious dessert. Usually not a big fan of tres leches, but this one was not overwhelmingly soaked in condensed milk, and it has a very fresh tasting peach (seasonal) puree drizzled on top. We will most definitely return.

Cinco de Mayo block party!
Gina C.

An excellent dining experience. We had such a lovely dinner at Maximo on a rainy Friday night. Despite the weather, parking was easy with a small lot and plenty of street parking. The restaurant has an intimate indoor space and adjacent covered patio. Both were already full when we arrived which created a lively atmosphere. The inside was so tasteful - small but moody and warm! I'd definitely recommend a reservation for the weekends! We started with the aguachile de camaron as a starter and WOW my husband cannot stop talking about this dish. The perfect blend of textures and flavors - this will be a must for us every visit. We have had our eyes on the 5-course Chef Tasting Menu for $49 + the optional beverage pairing for $30. The experience felt more than fair for the price, especially by Houston standards. Each course felt thoughtful and slightly boundary-pushing, yet really approachable. My partner and I have been on a bit of a mole kick recently, so were very excited for the hanger steak with truffle mole. It absolutely delivered and would love to order this again! We were also heavily drawn to the tuna tartare starter, masa cornbread, and tres leches. The wine and drink parings were perfect and not too fruity. The brut rose was a perfect way to start and I always love a mezcal cocktail. I highly recommend anyone visiting to start with this Tasting Menu and leave the stress in the hands of Chef Adrian Torres! We had the pleasure of chatting with him briefly after our meal and were so impressed with his story and clear excitement he brings. The rest of the staff were equally kind and really added to the evening! Side note: We had the pleasure to attend Maximo's Cinco de Mayo block party and were so impressed by the community involvement bringing in local vendors and live music. I'll definitely be keeping an eye on this restaurant for future tasting menus and events.

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