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Maxine's Front Patio - Maxine's Cafe & Bar, Vancouver, BC

Maxine's Cafe & Bar

4.7 (822)
CAN$30 and under
French American
1325 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2B7

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A photo of Maxine's Cafe & Bar restaurant

Maxine's Cafe & Bar

4.7
CAN$30 and under
French American
West End

Make a reservation

2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 65 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
WEEKENDS AND STATUTORY HOLIDAYS RESERVATION FROM 9AM TO 9:45AM AND WALKINS UNTIL 3PM. YOU CAN ADD YOUR NAME TO THE WAITLIST 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO YOUR ARRIVAL.
Maxine’s Café & Bar is where the West End comes to eat, sip, and celebrate. Whether you're dropping in for a casual lunch, toasting a birthday, or clinking glasses at happy hour, Maxine’s delivers good vibes and great food—day and night.
Our funky, Euro-inspired space is perfect for fun group dinners, breezy brunches, or solo chill sessions at the bar. The menu, crafted by Executive Chef Bobby Milheron and Chef de Cuisine, features elevated takes on breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner classics—plus a standout selection of steak and seafood in the evenings. We’ve got something for everyone, including flavorful gluten-free options.
Open daily for breakfast through dinner. Walk-ins welcome, dinner reservations available, and the energy? Always just right.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French American, Breakfast, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Daily 9:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Bobby Milheron
  • Private party facilities
    At Maxine's Cafe & Bar, we offer a private dining experience, customized to fit your event. Our guide makes it easy to plan and book private events with us, no matter the occasion. We've got everything you need, from the perfect menu to the most aesthetic cafe atmosphere.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    West End
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine

All Experiences

  • NYE 2027

    CA$100.00 per person

    1 - 8 people

    Dec 31, 2026 only
    Join us for a special New Year’s Eve celebration! Delight in a specially curated four-course menu featuring Sunseeker Oysters, Foie Gras Torchon, Beef Tenderloin, and more! Celebrate the arrival of the new year with this unforgettable dining experience for $100 per person. Guests reserving after 9pm will be able to stay and ring the new year with us and our house DJ. make this New Year’s Eve one to remember!
    NYE 2027 Photo

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Maxine's Cafe & Bar.

4.7

4.7
(822)
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Vancouver / British Columbia

    Great for brunch

  • Vancouver

    Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Maxine's Cafe & Bar offers a delightful dining experience with "fabulous brunch" options and "wonderful service" consistently praised by patrons. The cozy atmosphere is complemented by standout dishes like Eggs Benedict and creative cocktails. Friendly staff and a dog-friendly patio make it a "favorite spot in Vancouver."
822 Reviews
  1. Loren

    Vancouver1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience, great food and we really appreciate the ability to bring our dog out with us. Every time we walk by he gets excited!

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  2. Richard

    Vancouver12 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I had made a reservation for 3 on the patio for an evening with friends that were from out of town.. I always like to take them to one of my favorite restaurants.. When we arrived at 4 i was surprised that they had only given us 90 minutes on the side patio as they were having a large group that would be taking over the space at 530.. supposedly they attempted to call me, would have been better to go through reservation app to let me know we only had a limited time out in the patio .

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  3. Christine

    Vancouver8 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Shared dinner with friends, ordered some appies with our dinner. Grilled squid was excellent and cocktails were creative, good selection. The chicken chausseur was flavourful but overpriced as à la carte with just chicken with pureed potatoes. Wish there were à la carte veg options besides a couple of salads. Where it really lacked (and I was surprised at what seemed to be an upscale French restaurant) was the poor service. Our server was attentive at the beginning but then disappeared for long periods of time (20-30 minutes) which was very frustrating. We waited forever to order extra drinks, coffee and dessert then again for the bill. Do better Maxine’s, we won’t be back, kind of ruined the experience.

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  4. Dawn

    Vancouver3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    As we were greeted we were told that we could be no longer than 1h 15min for brunch as they were so busy… it took them abit to bring menus then had to wait awhile for our coffees.. if your gonna put a time limit on paying guests be prompt with service.. we were put in a back room which was so loud as there was a large group in there.. I have been here a few times before never had a bad experience .. thus was not the case this time .. my food was food and my benny had a strong viniger taste .. others in my group enjoyed their meals ..100$ for breakfast that was just ok .. service not great

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  5. Erica

    Vancouver3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ooo t was lovely as usual. It’s wonderful being able to get a reservation for breakfast. The ambience and server’s were great.

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  6. Anthony Geoffrey Gold

    Vancouver93 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Once again. Maxine’s didn’t disappoint. Fabulous brunch, wonderful service by Maddie. The heated patio is the perfect place to get a bright escape from drizzly weather. They even allow well behaved pooches! My favourite treat is the ‘Shaft’ frozen concoction as a dessert. I also order a double expresso and use the remaining whipped cream with shaved chocolate in the coffee. Couldn’t have asked for a more wonderful experience.

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  7. Mary Gold

    Vancouver7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sat at my favourite table with a colleague visiting from Calgary. Great food and service!

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  8. Florian

    Vancouver1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 28, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience overall! We’ve been for a brunch, the food, the service and the atmosphere was excellent! Thank you

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  9. James

    Vancouver6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed the food, different than a normal brunch and the service was very good.

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  10. Cheryl

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food cannot recommend enough. They even made sure to take extra care accommodating my vegan friend. Only down side was it was so loud we had to yell. But still five stars!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French American, Breakfast, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Daily 9:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Bobby Milheron
  • Private party facilities
    At Maxine's Cafe & Bar, we offer a private dining experience, customized to fit your event. Our guide makes it easy to plan and book private events with us, no matter the occasion. We've got everything you need, from the perfect menu to the most aesthetic cafe atmosphere.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    West End
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine

FAQs

Maxine’s feels like a funky, Euro‑inspired Parisian bistro, warm wood, soft lighting, vintage details and a central bar create a cozy, energetic spot guests return to for brunch or dinner.

Yes, Maxine’s has a patio/covered outdoor seating area that guests enjoy, with reviewers noting a fenced, plant‑filled patio and heated/covered spots used for outdoor dining.

Yes, Maxine’s accepts reservations on weekends and statutory holidays (reservations 9:00–9:45am) and takes walk‑ins until 3:00pm; you can add your name to the waitlist 15 minutes before arrival.

Brunch: Daily 9:00 am–3:00 pm; Happy Hour: Daily 3:00 pm–5:30 pm; Dinner: Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm; Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm.

Yes, the patio welcomes dogs: guests report being seated beside dogs on the patio and third‑party reviewers call it a dog-friendly patio.

Sunday brunch is a standout, guests repeatedly call Maxine’s the best Sunday brunch spot in the West End.

Guests consistently describe portions as generous and filling, many say dishes leave them comfortably full and suitable for sharing or taking leftovers home.

Yes, Maxine’s Parisian bistro vibe, attentive service and celebratory touches (guests report anniversary visits with sparkling wine) make it a lovely choice for a special evening.

Maxine’s really shines at brunch, guests call it a top Sunday brunch spot, brunch runs daily 9:00 am–3:00 pm; the daily Happy Hour (3:00–5:30 pm) is a lovely late-afternoon pick.

Yes, Maxine’s allows you to add your name to the waitlist 15 minutes prior to arrival; on weekends and statutory holidays reservations run 9:00 am–9:45 am with walk‑ins accepted until 3:00 pm.

Yes, families are welcome: guests describe staff who are terrific with children, mention kids (ages 11–19) enjoying meals, and families return for brunch and celebrations.

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A photo of Maxine's Cafe & Bar restaurant

Maxine's Cafe & Bar

4.7
CAN$30 and under
French American
West End

Make a reservation

2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 65 times today
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