As "foodies" from a serious "foodie town" (San Francisco), dinning is always an important part of a trip. While we ate our share of so-so pub food on this trip, we also had our share of fine dining experiences. Frankly, the highly touted restaurants in London were a bit of a disappointment, as were some in Ireland. But Max's Wine... More

We visit Max's regularly given that we live in the area. We have never had a bad experience here. The owners are French and Irish and this is evident in the attention to detail with the food .There is an early Bird, A La Carte and Specials each evening.And all are listed outside for all to see. Always a list... More

We stayed in Kinsale, on our last day/night in Ireland, and we were recommended this restaurant by our hotel, the Friars lodge, and we were not let down, the service was relaxed, and very good, the food was excellent, very fresh, the wine list was top class, and our Sancerre was one of the best we have ever had, and... More

Never a bad meal in 14 years! French/Irish menu is always fresh and different, seafood excellent and rack of lamb is the best in town. More

We had heard all about Fishy Fishy, but Max's was an undiscovered delight that came recommended by our B&B hosts. We were so glad we stopped to eat here -- the food was excellent, the service was attentive, and the atmosphere was very welcoming. More

This came highly revommended and was disappointed by both service and food. The atmosphere in the restaurant is non exssistent, staff are haphazard and forgettfull. Not a pleasant dining experience and we were really looking forward to it considering the recommendation we got More

Lovely menu , great food, fantastic service, great choice of wines, one of my favourite places to eat in Kinsale More

Ate there with my husband and 11 year old and we all thoroughly enjoyed it. The staff were great and happy to amend dishes to cater for our food intolerences. The fish was fantastic and mt daughter ate most of a huge dish of belly pork. The waitress asked if she wanted the rest wrapping up to take home for... More

We had a nice meal but the service was very unprofessional and when I am paying thiose prices I would at least like my knife and fork in the correct place. Max's has been re-fitted in a strange way - lacks atmosphere. More