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    Maxine's On Shine

    4.4 (1.7k reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    MAXINE'S ON SHINE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Hipster
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials

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    Samantha G.

    We recently went to Maxine's on Shine after hearing so many wonderful things about this hidden gem. It is beautifully decorated, and feature some artwork from local artists. The server was very attentive and gave great recommendations for food and drinks. We went for a bite 30 and the deal was amazing. It was happy hour during that time as well and the five dollar sangria was a great way to start our evening. I chose to have the caprese salad, and the chicken Maxine's as my entree. Both were delicious and fresh. I cannot wait to return for brunch and the regular menu.

    Braised brisket
    Drew S.

    Fantastic experience. Maxine's has an eclectic vibe that is pretty cool. The service was excellent, our guy Derrick took great care of us. As for the food, the braised brisket was exceptional. It's an absolute must order and Maxine's is a must visit.

    Vegan lasagna
    Briana B.

    Took a friend for her birthday. We opted into the Bite30 menu. I'm vegetarian and there were many great options. The food was so good & great portions. The hospitality from Maya and Mr. Maxine were top notch. Loved the home-y environment and the local art.

    Quiche Lorraine
    Heidi B.

    Celebrated my birthday with my family. Friendly staff, tasty food. We went early for brunch on a Sunday morning. Stout braised Brisket was the best item we ordered. The breakfast potatoes were great. Quiche was good. My son said the chicken was dry in his chicken & waffles. They did a champagne toast for me for my birthday that included a glass for my husband and a non alcoholic drink for my son. Go check it out.

    Chicken and waffles
    Kim S.

    Went here for brunch and overall had a mixed experience. Just like many other reviews mention, parking is definitely a challenge, so plan ahead. The decor is really charming and fun, and with the beautiful weather we opted to sit outside. Our server was excellent. She was friendly, attentive, and made the experience more enjoyable. Most of the food was okay. I ordered the brisket with grits, which had okay flavor, but unfortunately the biscuit it came with was rock hard and not enjoyable. My friend ordered the chicken and waffles, which came with scrambled eggs and gravy on the chicken. Overall, a nice spot for the atmosphere and service, but a few inconsistencies with the food.

    Chicken and waffles with over easy eggs
    Kailey F.

    Went to Maxine's for brunch and had a good time. It was a slow Saturday, so even though we had some folks in our large party they were really cool about everything. I want to start by saying that our server Derick was great. He was very good at making the desired accommodations. One of the reasons that this review is a 4/5 stars is because the kitchen does not seem to be great at listening. Someone in our party ordered the veggie omelette without mushrooms, the kitchen made it with mushrooms, fortunately our server caught it and asked them to remake it immediately, so that Person's food didn't come out too much later. However, there was a different person who was supposed to get a seafood omelette, and the kitchen had made it with brisket instead. That individual's food took a bit to arrive. We also requested that the plain waffle that was ordered not have powdered sugar on it, but it still did. I ended up doing the chicken and waffles. Overall, it was good, but I did have one complaint. I saw that the entree was served with gravy, but I did not see expect the sausage gravy to be on top of the waffles, and since the waffles are sweeter than average, I just found that choice to be gross. The fried chicken with the gravy was very good though. When the server noticed I was not eating the waffle, he ended up bringing me a quarter of another one plain. The plain waffle was pretty good. I wish it was a little crispier, but that is just a personal preference.

    Group photo on the patio after an amazing brunch!
    Amber M.

    Let me start by saying that if I could give more than five stars I would! I came here for brunch for my birthday last weekend and had the best time. We made a reservation well in advance and my group was seated in the private room in the back, which was really nice since there were 9 of us and it made it easier to talk and not have a lot of background noise. Our server, Steve, was really kind and patient with us and made great suggestions. A few of us ended up with the largest size mimosa I have ever seen, but for the price it was totally worth it! Food wise, I ordered the friend green tomatoes and the chicken and waffles. Both were so good, honestly no complaints. And then after all of us had finished our food, Kirt came back with a surprise birthday toast for me! Overall, everything was so amazing from the drinks, to the food, to the experience. I will definitely be back! Thank you for making my birthday so special :)

    Maxine's Combo: Fried Green Tomato & Key West Crabcake
    Taylor T.

    The restaurant's decor is very busy and eclectic, which could be good if you like that style, or not if you'd find it a bit overstimulating. The crab cake had very good flavor. I've had better escargot at other restaurants - it was nothing special here. The duck confit was delicious and perfectly crispy! The portion size was so filling and I really liked the goat cheese polenta! The mocktail I got was way too sweet and sour (thus, the Sour Patch Kid garnish), but still overkill for me. Maxine and her husband came out and chatted with the tables, which was like experiencing a character dinner.

    Alessandra C.

    Update from my previous review: Their service is still excellent, and their décor remains eclectic. On this second visit, I sat near the back wall of the patio area and got to admire their Christmas decorations up close. There was even some fake snow. I tried the vegetable quiche Lorraine, which, while good, came in a very small portion. Their portions tend to be quite small, so keep that in mind when ordering an appetizer or entrée. Finally, the icing on the cake: we got to see Kurt perform (he recites poetry every once in a while, and boy, does he know how to entertain a crowd), and were delighted by Maxine's company at our table for a few minutes and her refreshingly unfiltered thoughts :)

    Natalie K.

    This is my third time coming here for brunch over the past years and it's always so consistent. Everything is fresh, the environment is fun and lively and the drinks are generous. Love Maxine too, she's so sweet and friendly.

    Chicken and Waffles
    Angeli N.

    Had a girls brunch at Maxine's and it was such a great time! The host and servers had such a bright and friendly personality! They have indoor, outdoor, and sidewalk seating for your choosing. We opted for the sidewalk to be in the heart of the moment of everyone walking by! I got the chicken and waffles and it was pretty good! Nothing crazy to write home about but definitely hit the spot. I also got a mango mimosa, which tasted good as well - just not a fan of champagne so I am a little biased on not ordering that again. Such a quaint little place to have brunch - can see myself coming back again!

    Fired green tomatoes, crab cake, escargot
    Megan T.

    Very nice local gem! The parking is mostly street parking, so be prepared for that. The fried green tomatoes and escargot were good, but I've had much better other places. The crab cake was good! The duck confit was amazing. Great flavor, nice crispy skin. $28 and I was sufficiently full. Worth the price in my opinion. Only complaint is that the goat cheese polenta was not warm/hot when it came out. I would've preferred it if the polenta had more butter and was more smooth and loose, rather than dense, but flavor was good. I would come back. It's nice to support a local restaurant. Interior and back patio are very quirky and cute. The owners come and talk to every table. The vibe is very friendly.

    Chicken and Waffles
    Chey T.

    The vintage decor and sultry vibe gives this cozy location its personality. There are both indoor and outdoor seating. The outdoor seating allows furbabies, and I highly recommend you always make a reservation. The customer service here is great. The bartender and servers are nice and really take care of you. The fried green tomatoes and crabcake was tasty. The chicken breast for the chicken and waffles were kind of dry, and the waffles were soggy. Although the food tasted good, I was expecting a little more in terms of quality. I think I would return for the drinks, but I'd sit out from the food. I heard there are shows here during some nights as well, but I visited in the morning for brunch.

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    Ask the Community - Maxine's On Shine

    Is Maxine's on shine dog friendly?

    Yes, very. We have been consistently voted by multiple publications of best pet friendly restaurant in downtown Orlando. We have a covered outdoor patio area with fans that make it very comfortable for all dogs. As long as Fido is friendly, they are… Read more

    Is it reservation only or can you walk in for brunch?

    Reservations are recommended but they do take walk ins.

    What's the parking situation like?

    Street parking around the neighborhood. Might have to drive around the block. If you see a spot a couples of blocks away, take it !

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