"Wonderful oysters" and heaps of "fresh" shellfish "hit the right spot" for even "picky eaters" at this "happening", high-ceilinged West Hartford seafood specialist; the "hipster-cool" decor and "energetic" atmosphere befit both "special occasions" and large parties.
Operations may be disrupted due to COVID-19. Be sure to contact the restaurant to find out its current status and offerings.Max's Oyster Bar Restaurant Review:
Max's Oyster Bar is the fourth venture of seasoned restaurateur Richard Rosenthal, here joined by Bob Cooke, formerly of Boston's Legal Sea Foods. Given its pedigree (and name), that it specializes in fish is no surprise; what is therefore surprising---even maddening---is its unevenness. The kitchen can either yield evocative and thrilling stuff or be curiously wrong-headed; the floor staff...
The seafood is as sparkling as the scene.:
The Scene
Young professionals flock to this West Hartford hotspot to pop in for cocktails and Bluepoints or stay for a group blow-out. The dining area is surprisingly large, but without a...