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Welcome To Max's Market & Eatery
Max's Market & Eatery, located in Califon, NJ, is a beloved local gem that offers a delightful dining experience. Renowned for its welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff, patrons rave about the delectable offerings, including scrumptious eggplant lasagna, mouthwatering pizza, and the heavenly tiramisu. Known for generous portions and fresh ingredients, Max's captures the essence of Italian cuisine. The elegant dine-in section provides a fine dining vibe, while the catering service impresses with consistently exceptional quality. With BYOB options and a meals-to-go section, Max's is a must-visit for anyone seeking a memorable meal and a taste of home.
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Max's Market & Eatery
Welcome to Max's Market & Eatery, a beloved gem nestled in the heart of Califon, New Jersey. Located at 425 County Rd 513, this eatery combines a warm atmosphere with a menu that speaks to both comfort and culinary excellence.
As soon as you step inside, you’re greeted by the friendly faces of the staff and a space that balances casual dining with an upscale touch. Patrons rave about the service – a rarity these days – that makes every visit feel like a family gathering. According to Diana Bartolomeo, 'Max’s is a great local place!' It’s clear that this beloved spot isn't just a place to eat, but a community hub where every meal shared feels special.
The menu is a treasure trove of culinary delights, with standout dishes that keep customers coming back for more. The pizza is often hailed as the best in town, and the Max’s salad garners praise for its freshness and flavor. With recommendations from reviewers like Matthew Ising and Christine Buckner, you can’t go wrong with the must-try eggplant lasagna, which has been described as 'literally the best I've had next to my bff's homemade version!'
For those looking to indulge, try the heavenly tiramisu, a dessert that leaves a lasting impression. Andrew P highlights the catering options, declaring the cooked-to-perfection chicken among his favorites. And if you're in the mood for something heartier, their freshly baked bread served with the Italian subs will transform your lunch experience.
It's not just about eating—it's about enjoying delightful flavors and generous portions, as noted by Dom Bastello, who emphasizes the fantastic food and the pleasure of taking home leftovers from their 'meals to go' section after each visit.
Whether you’re lunching with friends or dining in for a special occasion, Max's Market & Eatery invites you to bask in the joy of great food and friendly service. The combination of fine dining vibes with a casual twist ensures that every patron leaves with a smile, eager to return. Don't miss out on the experience; your next culinary adventure awaits here at Max's!
For reservations or inquiries, call +1 908-832-0264 and prepare to be delighted!
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“ Max’s is a great local place! Wonderful atmosphere, staff is super friendly, and the food is delicious! Check out the pizza and tiramisu. The Max’s salad is also a favorite! ”
“ The food at Max’s is so delicious. A must try is the eggplant lasagna. Scrumptious. It’s literally the best I’ve had next to my bff homemade version. The food is fresh. They also have a sit down and eat in section that looks like fine dining. And on top of it all the people are polite. That’s seems to be hard to find today in the services. ”
“ Best pizza and Italian food in the area! Great people, food, and service. You’d have to drive 25 mins or more to find something even similar ”
“ Great Sandwiches, the pasta is amazing but the best part about Max’s was their catering, I grabbed 5 different pieces of chicken out of the 5 tubs of catering I did for a party and they were all cooked the same and to perfection. I was truly impressed. Have you ever had their fresh out of the oven bread for their Italian subs? If you haven’t, then you honestly haven’t lived. 5 stars! ”
“ I love this place. The food is always fantastic and large portions. Service is great. BYOB is always helpful 3/7/25 - I keep going back, it's always that good. 6/18/25-Always good. You can't go wrong. Enjoy a meal then take home a meal with their meals to go section. Fantastic! ”
“ Max's is amazing, the food is super fresh, delicious and the portions are more than generous. Having moved to the area only in the past year, we've been searching for a go-to spot that can work as a quick sit down with a small child, good take out, but also a nice place for date night. Max's hit all 3. The quality of their bistro style take out doesn't sacrifice quality, the quick easy sit down for an early dinner is great with wonderful service, and the evening date night meal has a great ambience you'd expect from a nice Italian restaurant. As a bonus their pizza is great too so really easy to accommodate all ages and eating preferences. I had the pleasure of meeting one of the owner's Tony last night as I picked up a later night pie during their 9.99 monday large cheese pizza monday special, close to closing. He was super nice as we talked about business and even gave a few bags of garlic knots to try at home which was just really nice of him. Ever time we've eaten there or gotten take out we see Tony or the other owner which is nice to know that they stay close to the business and there is passion behind what is served. We look forward to continuing to going back to Max's for the above mentioned occasions and using them for catering events in the future when needed. ”
“ Excellent food and service. Came here from ny after visiting a farm nearby. Some of the freshest calamari and seafood I have ever tasted. All the food was fresh and delicious. Very nice ambiance for family dinner or a date. byob and there’s a liquor store literally next door, perfect. If your thinking of coming here think no more, you won’t regret it. ”
“ Have to say that I LOVE this place. They handle my daughters food allergies well. Staff is excellent, love the small restaurant feel. Bourbon Liquors is right next door to serve you BYOB needs. Excellent food. GF options are yummy as well. A must stop in to eat if you are in the area. ”