The steakhouse is located in the Gaslamp district and the restrurant itself looks very nice. The staff were pleasant but service was only OK (inattentive and mixed up some of the order). We had shrimp cocktail for appetizers. The shrimp was dry and tasteless. I ordered the sirloin steak with peppercorn sauce. The sirloin was a good size and cooked... more

The most amazing food in the San Diego Gaslamp! This was by far the best steak I have had in a long time! Service was incredible. The manager made time to stop by the table and our server was kind, knowledgable, and efficient. The inside decor is beautiful and unlike any restaurant I have seen in San Diego Thanks MAX... more

Ambience is outstanding and the food is delicious at Max's in the Gaslamp. Delicious steak and seafood make this a tasty treat, and it doesn't hurt that the restaurant has an excellent bar. Very enjoyable, but a bit pricey. more

We enjoyed an excellent meal. Sat in the outside patio area under the heat lamps. Very expensive, but if you're willing to spend it, it will be worth it. I had the filet -- a huge piece of meat, cooked exactly as requested. My partner feasted on the veal shank. We shared garlic mashed potatoes and grilled asparages. I sipped... more