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Max Downtown

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With its contemporary design, extensive array of martinis and wines, and sophisticated cuisine, Max Downtown is a favorite with the city's well-heeled and a popular after-work spot. Creative entrées include sesame crusted ahi tuna with yuzu soy sauce, sourdough-crusted New Bedford cod with lobster-potato gnocchi, and a wide range of perfectly prepared steaks with toppings like foie-gras butter and cognac-peppercorn cream. Desserts, such as the chocolate-chip ice cream cake or malted milk ball crème brûlée, are not to be missed. This restaurant is part of a small empire of excellent Hartford-area restaurants that includes Max's Oyster in West Hartford, Max a Mia in Avon, and several others.

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  • Reservations essential.
  • Credit cards accepted.
  • No lunch weekends.
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    Max may be Hartford's premier dining spot. There are a few others that are nearly as good, but Max always pulls off every aspect of their service with style. The linens are crisp, the meals are prepared to perfection, the staff is knowledgeable and friendly. Prices are on the mark for the dining experiance.

    by seafox, 4/14/10

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