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Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Innovative and delicious cuisine at an affordable price. Everything is made from scratch, from our house baked bread and flatbreads, to every sauce and sorbet. Owned and operated by Chef Robert Lewis, graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, we’ve brought all of your favorites from the Girdwood location to Anchorage and even added a few surprises. We have an ever changing menu and sommelier selected wine and beer list that will keep your options as fresh as the ingredients we use. Lunch and dinner available M-F, dinner only on Saturday.
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83 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 83 reviews
5 stars
(34)
4 stars
(40)
3 stars
(5)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(55)
- fit for foodies(52)
- special occasion(35)
- notable wine list(23)
- romantic(23)
- good for groups(13)
Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro Reviews List
Review 1 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food, always impressed with their specials."
Dined on 5/22/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing food/chef
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've never been disappointed when dining at Maxine's. The food the last time I went was especially amazing. I highly recommend this resturant to anyone in search of a fine dining experience."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 3 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Maxine's is a Great Find!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My husband and I eat at Maxine's at least once a week! We have introduced it to several of our friends and recommend it on Facebook! Chef Rob is absolutely an amazing food artist! The staff is always friendly and accommodating! Excellent food and service every time! Maxine's is Gem!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food. Always call ahead for a reservation. The menu is always great and changes with the seasons. Come here and you will not go wrong."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 5 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fun food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Seemed like our server had too many tables. A little slower service this time and less attention. Not a negative , a comment. Great food that's a taste odessy! Lots of unique flavors. Well be back!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 6 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Maxine's...
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"First off let me say this was my second time dinning at Maxine's. The first time was on a Friday night about a month ago and it was a much better experience but Sat. night was pretty bad. There was a large table with lots of young kids that were loud and running around. It was so loud that we could barely hear the waiter or ourselves. The bread/biscuit was horrible it tasted like it came from a can plus it was burned on the bottom. They were already out of one of their 8 menu items at 6:00 pm. The food arrived and it was ok but it was a second choice for both of us. I had to ask the waiter for another glass of wine. Maybe they were jammed up with the 2 big parties at the time. I don't know but we won't be going back for a long time."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 7 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Yum
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was excellent, but we waited almost an hour and a half. Reservations at 8:00 on Friday night for the solarium were sat in the dining room and it took the waiter nearly half an hour to take our orders and the food took nearly 1.5 hours to come out after that! Good thing we were with good company! They were out of several selections one of which we came there to get. Service was uninformed and poor, for the price, I would expect the whole package. I have been there once before and the service was much better. Meals were excellent. But some selections were absolutely, extremely expensive, given the atmosphere and quality of service. The restaurant does offer a wide varietty of pricing options."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 8 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great spot to eat
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great little place to eat. Food was great. Portions are a little smaller bu very tasty. Service staff was very good. will definatly go again."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Delight!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Always a treat. You can go in not even hungry and by the time you read the menu your mouth will be watering! They take care with every detailThe hardest thing is trying to decide what to order...everything looks great"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I had what might be the best
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I had what might be the best steak in anchorage!!"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 11 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing food a real neighborhood
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Amazing food a real neighborhood gem!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice for small sized groups
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Nice for small sized groups (up to 6) you are not crammed into an "off corner" of the restaurant or crowded in too closely with other diners (such as was our experience at Villa Nova). We all agreed we'd return to Maxines either as a group or in couples. I found the hostess to be somewhat aloof but the rest of the team were warm and accommodating which is what really counts!
I realize a menu can be fluid depending upon what's fresh that week, but Maxine's website could do with a bit of updating, they've added some wonderful changes to their menu that is worth noting."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 13 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
excellent food and service!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"excellent food and service!!! we will definitely go back and dine.. ;)"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 14 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Creative, delicious food.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Don't let the exterior fool you, the food is great. It's creative and fresh and all 3 bottles of wine we had were terrific. The interior design and furniture don't match up to the food quality either, but I wouldn't let that stop you."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 15 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I didn't know it was there
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I didn't know it was there until last week. I was there two weeks in a row..fun, tasty gourmet food."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 16 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic
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Review 17 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
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Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was very good and we enjoyed our time there."
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Review 19 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I have never had a bad meal-
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I have never had a bad meal- food is always 1st class."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 20 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great for a grown up evening
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"It was perfect for an evening out with friends ... food was delicious and courses were spaced out perfectly"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 21 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Love the appetizers, but...
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I love Maxine's for the small plates and appetizers, but went with the steak on this occasion and was thrilled! My steak was done perfectly and the vegetables complimented the meal (the spinach was flavourful and perfectly cooked and the crispy potatoes were a surprising treat). Will definately be back and plan to continue mining the menu for nuggets."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 22 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great little neighborhood
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great little neighborhood bistro to meet a friend after work and enjoy the comfortable atmosphere. The staff is polite and attentive, without being overly so. The food is very good with a lovely selection, particularly the seafood options.
By the way, my husband believes Maxines serves some of the best cheeseburgers in town.
Enjoy."
By the way, my husband believes Maxines serves some of the best cheeseburgers in town.
Enjoy."
Dined on 03/12/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 23 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"While small, it was absolutely one of the best dining experiences we've had in Anchorage. Highly recommended! Reservations recommended."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2011
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Review 24 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Exceeds Expectations
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Congrats to Maxine's on moving out of the sticks (I love Girdwood, but it was too far away to visit you frequently enough) and into the big city. Your menu continues to impress and the foods get more creative and more delicious every time I visit.
Thanks!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Based on the outside of the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Based on the outside of the building, you'd never guess how good the food is. Menu is innovative, and tasty. Portions are a bit small (not a bad thing!), but if you're a big eater, you may want to order more than you'd think. The only drawback we encountered is that the wine storage area may be too close to the kitchen (or something emitting heat), as the bottle of wine we ordered was definitely warmer than it should have been (probably about 75 degrees)."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 26 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was my first time to
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was my first time to go on Sunday for their new family style dining. Everything was delicious. The sides ( brussels sprouts, scalloped potatoes, squash and cauliflower could have been hotter and were cooked more than I like but the flavors were interesting. Our entrees were excellent. I had the pork belly which was a perfect match for my wine choice, a merlot from Nappa. It was heavenly. My husband said, "let's just always go here on Sundays from now on" which was something I have never heard from him before!"
Dined on 03/03/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 27 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delicious, daring, playful...
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Chef Lewis' food speaks for itself."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 28 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Pretty good. Worth checking out.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Overall: Good but not great; would go back. A couple very good things, some mediocrity, nothing was bad.
Steak was properly cooked, spinach side was very good (some places overcook or slather spinach in all manner of nonsense - this was just good garlic spinach - yum!). Bacon on the steak was unnecessary as the caramelized onions held their own. Perhaps switch to a steak butter or even a rub. Bacon says "this cut of meat isn't good enough to stand on its own".
Scallops were slightly overcooked, perhaps enroute to table. But preparation was nice and full of flavor.
Fig/cheese flatbread was good enough, but was missing something (acid or perhaps different herbs).
Wines seemed rather highly marked up for their quality."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 29 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Went on Valentine'a day and
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Went on Valentine'a day and it was ok. Our first experience was better I suppose. It'd seemed really, overly busy. Just people running around everywhere. Guess they did nothing for special occasions as my husband and I were celebrating our anniversary as well. It was acknowledged by just a "happy anniversary". Service was good as usual. A bit slower maybe because of Vday. We enjoyed our dishes. But it was very loud. Not romantic at all. Ambiance was weird and off. Just wasn't there. I had a lobster lasagne type thing and it was a bit weird. Looked sloppy. But fortunately tasted ok. My husband enjoyed his meal. We'd go again maybe for appetizers."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
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Review 30 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Just was a perfect evening.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Just was a perfect evening. Had been to two other restaurants last month, well knowen restaurants, with bad results so it was a joy to dine at Maxine's and have everything perfect."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 31 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Trish the hostess is the most
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Trish the hostess is the most amazing character in Anchorage and makes the visit special!"
Dined on 02/26/2013
2013
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 32 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was excellent. Waiter
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was excellent. Waiter was average. Ambiance was below average for the price point."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 33 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ilove the responsiveness of
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Ilove the responsiveness of the staff to special dietary needs. I'm Gluten and Dairy intolerant and they always work with me to make my dining experience a great one."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 34 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always a treat!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Maxine's Fireweed Bistro is a great restaurant. We have been there several times and the food is always unique and special. The service is great. It is always nice when the waiter/waitress is present and attentive but you are given your space and privacy. Maxine's is always an amazing experience!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 35 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Limited menu. I thought the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Limited menu. I thought the steak was over priced."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2010
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Review 36 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food! Was concentrating
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great food! Was concentrating on the girl in front of me more than the service or the meal to tell you truth!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 37 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyed a Valentines Day dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Enjoyed a Valentines Day dinner with delicious food. It was a bit loud at the time, but can likely be attributed to the larger party right next to us. The waiter seemed to be temporary help and was not very familiar with the menu, but was still helpful and did what he could. The food was fantastic so we will certainly go back."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 38 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Amazing food quality
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food quality was outstanding. My wife and I both ordered an appetizer and an entree and each plate was cooked, plated, and prepped perfectly. The steak I ordered med rare and had great flavor. Portion size was perfect as well. Overall food experience was phenomenal. Two things made this experience not so great was the cramped space and the noise level. For a romantic-ish fine dining restaurant it seems more like you are at a concert yelling at you're loved one 2 feet away. Very loud. Although I appreciate cozy romantic diners - either getting bumped into every 5 min. or having to pull my chair in to avoid it - or just generally having the feeling that we were "in the way" of the wait staff was rather annoying."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 39 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Maxine's is actually a pretty
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"Maxine's is actually a pretty nice place. I took my girlfriend there for Valentine's Day dinner. The restaurant has ample parking available. The decor is very nice and the interior layout is as I have seen for a small restaurant. The food was pretty good but certainly not great. I had a seafood lasagna in which the pasta was a bit rubbery. My girlfriend had a chicken which was dry. The servings were on the small side considering the prices. The wine list was good with average prices per glass."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 40 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
For the price and the quality,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"For the price and the quality, I felt the portions were on the skimpy side."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 41 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This truly is a Neighborhood Gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Maxines is one of our favorite restaurants for all the reasons above: delectable and unique entrees, warm atmosphere and great staff. Located within a house-like atmosphere reminds me of places we've been to in Portland. I wish there were more of these in Anchorage!"
Dined on 02/10/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 42 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was great, but they were
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was great, but they were out of a lot of wines."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 43 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I love going to Maxine's,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I love going to Maxine's, my favorite restaurant!"
Dined on 02/09/2013
2010
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 44 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food! Seemed like our
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"Great food! Seemed like our server had a lot of tables
But still great service and
Amazing food! You must go!"
But still great service and
Amazing food! You must go!"
Dined on 02/08/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 45 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Worth it! Make reservations
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Made reservations through Open Table and was immediately seated upon arriving. We had a very attentive server who wasn't afraid to recommend some delicious food. The presentation and taste of the food we ordered was brilliant! We decided to sample the small plates and can genuinely say everything was worth ordering again...which we will do soon!"
Dined on 02/01/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 46 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Place for Tapas
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My friend and I stopped here prior to going to the theatre. We wanted a light meal and were not disappointed. We shared three appetizers and had more than enough food. The surf and turf was perfectly prepared. The steak absolutely wonderful. This was our least favorite out of the three, and it was very, very good. The pork belly tempura was delightful. Light and delicate, with wonderful flavors. We'll be hard pressed not to order this one in the future. The winner of the evening, however, was the brie and fig flatbread. This was so wonderful I had to attempt to recreate it the following evening at home for my husband (mine was good, but not as good as Maxine's). We will definitely dine here more often."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 47 for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The surf and turf appetizer
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The surf and turf appetizer is by far one of the best dishes I've ever had. Although the prices where a little high this will now be my go to fancy dinner spot."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Maxine’s Fireweed Bistro
Based on the average of (36) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate