I'm surprised this place doesn't have better reviews. I've been ordering delivery from here for years and the food is consistently good, almost always arriving hot and fresh. For the main dishes, I have tried the chicken wings, the meatloaf, and the gumbo. For the sides, I've had the macaroni and cheese, mashed potatoes, and the greens. The meatloaf with gravy was once my go-to, but it has changed over the years (smaller portion, more expensive, different flavor). The wings are still excellent. It's worth noting that they are not the same as a bar-style buffalo wing. The standard preparation is much closer to fried chicken. But, that is part of what makes them so good. Their macaroni and cheese is excellent. Their mashed potatoes are pretty good (it would be nice not to have to pay an extra couple of bucks for gravy). Their greens are good. The little corn bread muffins are on the sweet side when it comes to corn bread, but I personally find that to be a positive. It's a bit on the expensive side so I order less often these days. But, it is still a tasty meal. read more

I came here to check out some southern soul food in the area. I got a plate of collard green, mashed potatoes and chicken. The food was amazing and the portions were large . I greatly enjoyed the food. There is no dine in but they offer catering services all around Boston. The owners were very kind and super attentive to our orders. read more

Maxine's On Saint James - Menu - Waffles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Had a taste for some soul food in my neighborhood Roxbury. Haven't ordered from this spot in a long time. Food was delicious when I did so let's see if it's still good quality and taste? I got the fried haddock with red beans and rice and cheesy grits! For desert I got the homemade banana pudding! You get a homemade corn biscuit with plate also. The haddock was well seasoned in the batter fish taste was fresh and was not over cooked! Not oily and batter was light very large piece, cheesy grits was delicious! Cooked perfectly the red beans and rice hit the spot! Beans and rice fresh tasting and rice wasn't over cooked! My dessert homemade banana pudding was so extra good it hit the spot not overly sweet the pudding was sweet and the banana together is heaven in your mouth! It's great to see local business still making great quality food and great portions of food with a dinner plate! read more

Poor food quality, baked Mac and cheese not baked and not good. The service was okay as I received delivery but did not have utensils included. read more

Maxine's On Saint James - Baked Macaroni and Cheese was not good at all nor baked, had strings of shredded not melted cheese. Sadly disappointed. - Waffles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Chicken was pretty good. Baked Macaroni and Cheese was alright, could use a bit more seasoning. Collard Greens were good but I couldn't taste or see the smoked turkey that it claims to have in it. Black Eyed Peas and Rice was dry and not great. Wouldn't recommend. Smashed Sweet Potatoes was alright. Definitely on the lighter side of sweet (which is a good thing to me). Corn bread came with it. It was alright. Overall the meal was okay, don't know if it's worth the money though. read more

Maxine's On Saint James - Chicken Wings, Baked Macaroni and Cheese, Collard Greens, Smashed Sweet Potatoes, Black Eyed Peas and Rice - Waffles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Here is what I ordered and my review for each item. Shrimp and grits: despite the abundance of seasoning added to this dish, it was wholly flavorless. The grits had zero seasoning and did not taste creamy at all. The sauce did not help with the palatability of the shrimp or the grits. I saved the shrimp and ended up discarding the rest (which I rarely do with food). I literally had to wipe the sauce off the shrimp with the napkin since it was not enhancing the shrimp in any way. Outcome: Trashed Dirty rice: rice was undercooked and not seasoned. The over abundance of black eyed peas they placed on top were soulless and had no discernible seasoning or spice. I ended up removing the beans from the dish. Despite doing so, the rice was still unsalvageable. Outcome: Trashed Mac and cheese: the Mac and cheese was incredibly dry and tasted overpoweringly tart (vinegar?). This is definitely not your grandma's Mac and cheese! The little cheese in the dish barely held the pasta noodles together. Again, no seasoning or flavor (except tartness). I believed I could still save the Mac and cheese with the ingredients I had so I did not discard it. Overall: Based on the items I ordered, I disagree with the 3.5 rating for this place. Simply put, the food is not tasty or fulfilling...or good. I absolutely would not order food from here again and I would recommend others do the same. Value is debatable (I spent a little over 30$ for everything) but when you take into consideration the disposal of the food, I truly feel robbed and upset that I ordered this UE in the first place. I should have just eaten my cup o noodles. read more

Well all we tried were the Chicken Wing Dinner with two sides and we both chose collard greens and mac and cheese. The were beautifully fried and had a mild savory taste te to them. The mac and cheese was home made style cheesy and buttery and my favorite was the delicious collard greens, they were soooo comforting, nice and warm I definitely want to try some more stuff from there. I also ordered chicken and sausage gumbo but they forgot to pack it but it was super easy to get refunded by grub hub you just have to access the help menu in the app and find what you need on there anyways that was good not five stars because I have only tried the one plate. More next time. Those collard greens though . read more

Maxine's On Saint James - Chicken Wings with 2 Sides - Waffles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I ordered online and the food came at a good time. I got the meatloaf with the mash and collard greens. The meatloaf is covered in gravy and was tasty! I definitely want to order again and get the mac and cheese. read more

My boyfriend ordered the chicken wings plate with a side of mac and cheese and black eyed peas with rice and I got the wings with mac and cheese with collard greens. It was okay. The chicken and collard greens were seasoned well however the mac and cheese was kind of bland. My boyfriend ate one wing and gave the other two to me because he said it was too greasy for him. He picked at his mac and left the black eyed peas and rice completely untouched. If I try them again I'll leave an update. read more

Maxine's On Saint James - Wings, mac and cheese and black eyed peas with rice - Waffles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I ordered shrimp & grits and all I can say not impressed ! Over seasoned and oily Have to say I think I make it a lot better read more

Maxine's On Saint James - Over seasoned shrimp & grits - Waffles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Bomb! Only thing that I hate is the portion is smaller than most restaurant. Love their soul food and hits the spots every single time. Little pricey but so worth it. Fried chicken, greens, yams, Mac & Cheese read more

We had the shrimp and grits and the Jambalaya, house specialties according to the menu. Both were very uninteresting. There wasn't enough sauce on the S&G, and the flavor was lacking. The Jambalaya was even worse - just bland. Price was also too high for what we got. Maybe my standards are too high being from the South. read more

Bomb bomb bomb bomb. If you want quality soul food, go here. Been searching for what feels like forever for some good food that reminds me of home. Thank you, Maxine's, for giving me that. I had the chicken and waffles with a side of dirty rice. The dirty rice was okay, but the chicken was frickin' delicious. So tender, yet crispy outside. I could eat it all day. The mac n cheese that another person got was another standout. Collard greens, too. A much needed meal. read more

When you download the app and try to sign up, it won't let you. Also, they only accept online order. So even if you live .1 of a mile away and you call them for a pick up order, you can't get it. Horrible customer service. read more

Maxine's On Saint James - App not working to sign up - Waffles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I tried this after reading reviews and had delivery via Uber Eats. Food was fresh and tasty! The fried chicken was a little pricey for the amount (3 wings for $6), but the flavor and quality nearly justifies it. If you want an alternative to these "Cajun" chains that seem to be popping up everywhere, this is the place for you. The cornbread was soooo good! I'm sorry that it only included one. I would have definitely ordered more had I known how moist it would be. It was "slap-your-sister" good! Gumbo was also good. We ordered mild. The shrimp and grits were tasty. Plenty of shrimp! At $17, I was glad there was. A tiny bit heavy on the sauce, but once mixed into the grits, totally fine. The mac and cheese was also very yummy. I could probably eat a whole pan on my own.... *insert Homer Simpson drool* Overall, good, fresh, flavorful and alright by me! read more

Maxine's On Saint James - Fried chicked meal. Mac and chese was yummmmy. Chicken also good! Homecooked taste, not chain manufactured! - Waffles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Just had my first meal with Maxine's. I ordered 3 piece chicken wings, a muffin, and a side of Mac and cheese through Uber eats. I really enjoyed the muffin, although it was a lot smaller than I imagined it would be. The wings were also really tasty, crisp, and pretty well seasoned. I asked for a side of hot sauce and it was even included on my receipt, but no hot sauce came with my order :-/ Also, I didn't care for the Mac and cheese. It was a bit dry and had very little flavor so I wouldn't order that again. read more

The food was extremely flavorful and fresh but was very expensive and they definitely ripped me off, Royally.. I ordered chicken and sausage gumbo at $13.99, I was instructed to choice protein, which was odd, so I choose chicken and crab, not realizing that would be an additional $8. The portion I received was literally a cup and a half of food, I'll insert a pick, for $22.00, a complete ripe off. The packaging also seriously whack, at $65 bucks for two small entrees and three extra, extra small side, one would think the food comes wrapped in gold paper with a big red bow on top. I will try this place again as a eat in thing, I would use them for a delivery again, not worth it on that note. read more

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Food is the bomb everything just try it all I'm saying don't forget the sauce out of this world

I was on the hunt for fried chicken one Friday for lunch. I checked yelped and luckily Maxine's was only a short ten minute drive from work. Myself along with two co-workers went to Maxine. You essentially place your order at the counter or as I learned other customers called ahead. There is no tables in the restaurant but a few seats are in the waiting area. The customer service isn't too great but it appeared that the one of the two people behind the counter was in training. I got the lunch fried chicken combo with Mac and cheese. My co-workers got the fried chicken dinner which came with two sides. After a long twenty minute wait we got our lunch. We went back to work and ate at our desk. I enjoyed my fried chicken plate, for me it was the right amount of crispy and fried. I didn't enjoy the Mac and cheese as I like it creamy and this one wasn't. My two co-workers however found that the chicken was slightly undercooked for their liking. We all agreed that the corn bread was the best. Give this place a try and tell them if needed that you like your chicken well done if that's your thing. If not take it how they cook it. Either way your mouth will be happy! read more

Maxine's On Saint James - Fried chicken lunch combo - Waffles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Had to bring my home girl here to satisfy her hanger and baby they never disappoint, down to the jams as we wait! read more

Maxine's On Saint James - She got her Mumbo Wings!!!!! - Waffles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Omg!! This food is flavorful, fresh and authentic. I ordered the fried haddock dinner plate with a side of Mac and cheese, greens and mashed sweet potatoes. The fish was fried just right. The batter was lite and seasoned just right. Mac and cheese was good. Tasted like it was actually baked and not just a cheese sauce poured on top. The greens weren't from the can. A tad bitter, but good. Corn bread was good. read more

Maxine's On Saint James - Haddock with Baked Macaroni and Cheese and Collard Greens - Waffles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Can I say OMFG? This was so delicious. The chicken was heavenly - crisp, well-seasoned - the sweet potatoes were mouthwatering. But the star of the show? Collards were smoky, spicy, and delicate. The best collards I have ever had. Shrimp and grits were phenomenal. And the banana pudding was all sorts of yummy. My wife said "I would move so we could live closer to this place." Call the realtor. read more

Food was horrible. No seasoning on anything besides the chicken. I got roasted chicken red beans and rice and cabbage. Cabbage was sour.

Visiting from out of town ordered a three piece chicken dinner with mac & cheese and cabbage and a banana putting would've gave them five stars but the cabbage really is it cooked to my liking and the flavor just wasn't there for me but the mac & cheese was superb and the chicken was caked perfectly I would eat here again. Also the banana pudding wasn't appealing It looks like it was a little old as the bananas are brown but as far as the taste it was all right . read more

Maxine's On Saint James - Waffles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

My friend and I were in town for the weekend and was looking for some good Soul Food...so we stopped here. Order 1: 3 Fried BBQ chicken wings, Mac & cheese, dirty rice, and potato salad, and corn bread. Order 2: 3 Baked chicken wings, Mac & Cheese, mashed sweet potatoes, and corn bread. As stated in previous reviews, the food lacked seasoning. My dirty rice had a weird taste to it , and my friends mashed sweet potatoes tasted like a carrots and cinnamon. We also didn't care for the Mac & cheese, it tasted like grease. Lastly, our wings were incredibly large. I don't know about you all, but large wings are unappetizing. (Cloned much). All in all, I'd give them 2 stars. And unfortunately , this was our first and last time eating here. 3/6/21 read more

Maxine's On Saint James - My receipt - Waffles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I feel bad even writing this review but this place ain't it. This is nothing like what soul food taste like. I legit thought they were trying to poison me with the sweet potatoes so I came to yelp to see if anyone had the same experience I did. The greens were good I will give them that and the little corn muffin but the fried chicken had no seasoning tasted like nothing. I wish I read all these reviews before ordering and waiting over an hour after the app said my food was ready. This place has potential they just need to take a trip down south and try some real soul food and then apply that up here-- and maybe hire some help. Best of luck in the future. read more

I read reviews on grub hub and yelp, so I decided to order takeout. I had the 3 piece fried chicken, collard greens and macaroni and cheese. Fried chicken was very good and seasoned well. Macaroni and cheese was okay. I didn't care for collard greens, they were cut too big for me and kind of bland and tough. I also ordered a banana pudding, it was tasty. Delivery was right on time. There's not many soul food places to orders from. I would definitely order again but not the collards. I also got a corn muffin as part of the meal but I forgot about it. read more

Maxine's On Saint James - Fried wings with 2 sides - Waffles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Maxine's was delish. Dropped in after working all night and it was exactly what I needed. I got the chicken and waffles as well as an order of the étouffe, and they were both delicious. Food was hot, flavorful and fresh, and the étouffe was loaded with big pieces of sausage, chicken and shrimp (most places just give you tons of rice with a little stuff on top... not Maxine's!) The portion sizes were also pretty big; enough for a couple meals, and the staff was friendly The ordering process was a little tricky because they only do orders through apps. Uber eats was down at the time, so I ended up downloading the Maxine's app. (It seems to be linked to chowhound). 10/10 would go again read more

One of the best soul food joints in Boston!!! Just delicious. Fried chicken, collard greens and Mac and cheese aren't go to for every soul food joint and they hit the spot. The banana pudding! Killer. The carrot cake. Bomb. Catfish. Delicious. No complaints here. read more

I love this restaurant. Just has that chef's touch where virtually everything was delicious. Best Southern food I've tried so far in Boston. Only had delivery but looking forward to enjoying on-site. Liked: pork chops (thin cuts for flavor optimization) add gravy, mac n cheese, green beans, collard greens (given more of a turnip greens treatment imo but still good), jambalaya (filled to the brim with meat which was much appreciated). Oh and banana pudding + sweet tea. Nice that the sweet tea came in a reusable container. read more

I almost don't want to review this place because it is that good. Called ahead for the fried chicken wing dinner comes with two sides. The order was put through super smooth and ready within 15 minutes. I can't remember fried chicken ever been this good. Side note: Sweet Potatoes & was on point! read more

We had the jambalaya and the etouffee and they were both bad, dnf. So disappointed, corn bread muffin is itty bitty but was good

So I was in Boston, MA on a business trip this week and in desperate need of a good meal after the three and a half hour flight. I really wanted a home style cooked meal and, as a black man, this has particular meaning to me. Classic home cooked meal choices for me include items such as mac n cheese, collard greens, fried chicken, cornbread, etc. I was pleased to see Jambalaya on the menu so I choose this entree in addition to a side item of chicken wings (6 count). The chicken wings were fried to perfection with a tremendous amount of flavor. I was very pleased with the flavor and delighted that they weren't overly salty in any fashion. I didn't realize that a single wing includes both the wing and the drummette (atypical these days) so I ordered a 6 count which made me really full when I finished them. The jambalaya was delicious, as well. I love the combo of sausage, shrimp, and chicken with rice n fixins. I highly encourage you to try if you attend. Finally, the sweet tea was perfect. I am an avid fan of sweet tea but have been greatly disappointed by it when I order it in Northern states. I took a leap of faith on this place and couldn't have been happier with the decision. read more

Maxine's On Saint James - Chef Darrow's Jambalaya - Waffles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Had it delivered through Uber Eats on the strength of the reviewers that it was the best chicken they've had in Boston. (Enter major eye-roll here) Seriously? The food meh at best. No energy to continue... read more

The food here is trash. No flavor what so ever. The beans and rice has no season. The Mac and cheese taste like powder cheese. The fried fish is soggy. Lol place is not good at all. I saw the reviews and thought I would try it out. NEVER AGAIN. read more

Food is great however their delivery service sucks . I waited two hours for my food to arrive . When it did there was collard green juice all in the bag . My beverages were not delivered and they didn't notify me or send drinks in replacement of. So they get one star ! Sorry read more

Maxine's On Saint James - Collard green juice from my hours that was delivered two hours late - Waffles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Can I just say that I this Roxbury hole in the wall vegetarian Cajun soul spot. This simply go to place when I don't want to cook but want to eat like I just cooked! The shrimp and grits is amazing. Smooth cheesy grits with a filling serving of large shrimp. My other fave is the meatloaf Mac n chess wand cider braised cabbage. This is a nice cold weather comfort meal that everyone would enjoy. Their fried chicken is crispy and finger licking too! I wish Maxine's was a dine in restaurant. Their food is just that good! read more

Today I purchased a plate with fried haddock and two sides. I only received one piece of fish and two small portions. Considering the price, this was completely unacceptable. I wont be returning. read more

Maxine's On Saint James - Fried Haddock Baked Macaroni and Cheese Red Beans and Rice Collard Greens - Waffles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Ordered from Maxine's today one UberEats for dinner, and were not impressed. We had the chicken and catfish, garlic mashed, Mac & cheese and mashed sweet potatoes. Food was a bit flavorless and bland, did not satisfy our cravings. Only received one piece of catfish in the dinner, which seemed odd given the price. Chicken wing dinner included 3 wings and two sides for $12.99. Overall disappointed, would likely not order again or would try something else. read more

I love Maxine's. The food is good and the collard greens to die for, omg the best. I like the fried chicken wings just wish they would cook them just a tad bit longer, but I guess I can always ask. Thank you D your food is good! read more