I have been coming here for probably 30 years and in that time have introduced many of my friends and associates to the establishment. I used to live locally but now I drive over from the UBC area. A few weeks ago I was in there buying a coffee and I remembered after I had purchased my goods that I still had one of the Max's loyalty cards. The lady behind the counter explained that they were no longer using such but she did check it, told me that there was $18.50 cents of value on it and that the next time I was in I should "cash it in" against my purchases. I was back at Max's today, when I asked to have my cards value credited against my purchases I was told that as they no longer used the cards and it was of no value. I explained that I had been a customer for 30 years and to just dismiss my "loyalty" was very disappointing. The lady that I was speaking to, the owner I think, repeated her stance and then walked away. So for $18.50 Max's has lost a very long term customer who will not be introducing anyone to the establishment from here-on-in. A short sighted and disappointing approach to running a business.

I love this place, every time I come here I feel like a child in a toy store, overwhelmed by the sheer ridiculous amount of variety of choices to pick from. They have a huge selection of ready to eat foods and desserts. From pirogies, curried lamb pie, Jamaican patties, garlic herb mashed potatoes, salmon and lox bagels, salads, and the desserts…don’t get me started on those. They have macarons in at least 20+ flavours, sticky toffee pudding, cheesecakes in multiple varieties, eclairs, brownies, so many others i can’t even remember. They also have a huge selection of bottled and canned drinks, with many from around the world that you won’t find in many or any stores. Today I got my mum a corned beef on rye sandwich, and I had herbed chicken breast and garlic herb mashed potatoes. We ate that before I remembered to take any pics but I took pics of our desserts, which are sticky toffee pudding, New York cheesecake, and a trio chocolate brownie. All are so amazing. This is definitely one of Vancouver’s finest places to grab a bite to eat.

Awesome Food and amazing quality! If you are tired and leery of fast food and want a great quick meal, then this is the place. Parking can be an issue though. Try a side street or take a parking spot on Oak Street. It's worthi walk. You'll find an excellent range of ready meals, such as ribs, salads, shepherds pie, and other more exotic food. You can get it heated up to eat there or take it home for a ready made meal. There's also an excellent assortment of fancy cheesecake, cookies, muffins and carrot cake. You can always get a good cup of coffee and even an Americano. I work driving a hospital vehicle and I make it a point of stopping in when I am at VGH. I recommend this place to all my friends and fellow workmates.

Excellent baked goods, meals, and drinks. Max's has great burritos (breakfast, chicken, etc), quiches, chili, and more, but the real reason you want to visit is for their various individually sized baked items. Cookies, cakes (tiramisu, cheese cake, black forest, etc), cinnamon buns to name only a few things that I have personally tried and enjoyed. Each baked good is plain looking, but neat and unencumbered by cute, but overstuffed, icing or fondent like some other bakeries. The appeal at Max's is in the delicious desserts' clean and fresh appearance that is consumed by your eyes first. Grab a cookie and coffee for your walk home and you will see why Max's is still one of the best.

Went there for a coffee and snack for the first time and picked out food for dinner for 2. The food was good but I will say this place is expensive. Over 7 dollars per cabbage roll and other items like the salads 3-5 dollars per 100 grams made my 3 medium containers come to 36 dollars. Large seating area and some outdoor tables, the environment was basic brown tones and rather dark The service was friendly. $$-$$$
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 3
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 3

Nice joint, ate out of here twice or three times a week for years. I usually would buy a grilled cheese sandwich and a corned beef. Unfortunately the sandwich making has grown totally inconsistent. One day I would get a nice amount of juicy corn beef, the next visit there might be half the amount. Considering they aren't exactly the cheapest place around consistency should be important. I could easily give it 4 stars, but because I don't go in there only because I don't know what I'm gonna get for my money they get 3.

The service here just isn't what it used to be. Maybe it's because I visited mid morning on a Wednesday, but there's a decided lack of enthusiasm among the staff. No smiles, no thank yous. The seats are also incredibly narrow and uncomfortable. I'm not a large-buttocked individual and I wonder how almost anyone except children and the very small could sit comfortably. These chairs make WestJet seats sound appealing. I wonder if the ownership has changed in the last few years, because it used to be great...

This place is so comfy to get many varieties of food and a cozy drink. We got the Jamaican patty (delicious), panini sandwich, a couple of veggie spring rolls, and a mocha. The carrot cake is my boyfriend's fave type of dessert and we got to try that to - will probably order the full cake for his birthday! Thank you to the owner for her professionalism and commitment to service and safety during these times. You have to come here when you're in the neighbourhood!

Coffee refills are 99 cents. The coffee's good - even the standard cup of drip style tastes good. And there're plenty of pastries that are great... I happen to like the sticky cinnamon buns. There are seats at tables inside; outside south- and east-facing spot gather the sun. It's a neat neighborhood fixture with good service and an ambience enhanced by its proximity to a fruit & vegetable market. I like visiting it periodically and I'm from 12 kms away! Enjoy!

A true Vancouver staple and always will be. The manager owner (family business) is so kind and is always approachable. The atmosphere of this business is so positive and organized. If there is anything ever wrong, just ask. I feel the prices are very good and food is always amazing. The selection and variety alone is incredible. To me it feels good to support local and in return be satisfied with great delicious food and service. I keep coming back.

Such a disappointment. This place sadly keeps getting worse. We live near by and so desperately wish it was better. Baked good are often stale and crunchy (the bars are usually a good bet cause they buy them from the cakerie). Last time I went one of my samosas was clearly undercooked. The pastry was still liquidy and doughy. Make sure you check your bag before you go as often things are accidentally missed. I think we probably won’t go anymore.

Their desserts look better than they are. The turtle chocolate cheese cake, for example, just tastes... old. The caramel has long since passed it's sticky phase and has become hardened gum, virtually impenetrable by fork alone. The outside mouse is a solid 3 shades darker than the inside. Like i said: old. I'm sorry but if I'm expected to pay more than 6 bucks for a dessert that's less than the size of my fist, it better be good.

We go to Max’s deli especially for the princess cake. Since we are Swedish we know how this Swedish traditional cake should taste. On April 22 2021 we were disappointed after purchasing and tasting our favourite cake. The marzipan topping was stale, whipped cream was cut back 50%, the cake was under baked and the custard wasn’t fresh. I don’t know if there is a new baker or they’re cutting cost but I’m not impressed!

I don't know whether it was placed on a dirty surface at some point or kept too long in the fridge, the poppy seed square tasted like... onions. x_x I know squares aren't made daily, but someone should keep track of how long some of the items have been in the fridge and what they're coming into contact with. It ruined a pretty good, albeit a bit stale square. - what a shame for my first impression. - Mimi's Cake Tour

I love this place and I love the owner! It's always nice to walk in and get a warm welcome. So many wonderful options and everything is so tasty. Highly recommend if you are not feeling like cooking at home. Things I buy regularly are the marble rye bread, croissants & quiche. I rotate desserts because there are too many good ones. If I had to pick a favourite pastry, I'm pretty obsessed with the cinnamon discs. :)

I was surprised at the large selection of food available- you’re sure to find something you like. We got a breakfast wrap and a princess ham baguette and ate outside. The sandwiches were delicious, a good size and filling. Sitting outside is meh; Oak is loud and busy. The prices are on the high side. I would return as the food was good and I’m curious to try other things, but I do find it a bit too pricey.

We were driving to the airport and wanted to grab some sandwiches to eat on the plane and we found this incredibly good Deli! They prepare great sandwiches how you want them and have all kind of dishes from Asian to American to Mediterranean. We had also 2 delicious Quiche with ham and cheese. We didn't try the cakes and sweets but they looked very good. If you are around stop by: it is worth!

It's shocking how much this location has slipped. The staff seem like they aren't even interested in being there. The food is mediocre, at best, and there is the old charm of the place. The chairs are sticky and dirty. It was shockingly bad. This was once one of the best deli/bakeries in Vancouver. At least the smoked salmon was fresh, while the bagel was dry and stale. Head to Breka!

I have eaten here for years as I have had to attend Children's hospital however yesterday will be the last time..staff has changed and I found them rude and disrespectful; the other reason is as I waited for my order I witnessed a lady basically climb into the showcase to reach a product at the front of the case..her clothes and hair hanging over the food that was in the case. DONE!!!

awesome very friendly staff!! due to so many food allergies!! I often hv 2 buy t same thing all the time, their quinoa salad & chicken breast!! I'm often carrying too much! & hv asked them a cple of times,2 watch my stuff! while I go nxt store to the market! & the food!ready made!so good!a cple fav's their potato salad!closest to homemade!& their shrimp pesto salad! yumm!!

This place is cool, great lunch and breakfast items - but they have too many tempting cakes. However I found a solution. When I go in there I wear a covid mask over my eyes so I can't see the bakery sections. It's a bit awkward at checkout and this only works if you've been there before and know what you're ordering. Horse blinders might also work but I don't have any.

Hmmm, what did I have... Sweet n Sour pork, Garlic and Herb Chicken, Fried Rice and the Beets and Carrots. All was pretty good, never did like Maxs coffee tho... last time I was here was probably 4 years ago. So much better than the food at the hospital down the road. Ohh also had some of the Princess Cake, lite, airie and not to heavy. So yeah I liked it, will return.

Max's has been around a long time with good quality food. I used to frequent this one a fair amount many years ago... Service is usually ok, albeit not too quick. Sandwiches, pies, cakes, and deli counter favourites are pretty good, a step above your typical grocery store. Prices are definitely high especially in comparison to the competition just down on Broadway.

Great local deli/bakery with a big selection of sandwiches and other food items (wraps, quiches, salads, built for you sandwiches ) up to full meals (meat, veggies, potatoes/yams) etc. also bagels and fresh bread, muffins/baked goods, and a big dessert counter. Friendly staff and longtime fixture of the community. Seating area for eat-in, or great for take out.

Looks tempting when you see all the food selection, really hard to decide what to get. Had a breakfast bagle which was nice but not something to come back for. The coffee was reasonable, also not something to come back for. Didn't like the vibe of the place that felt like a gas stop grocery store with the uncomfortable seating and bad counter service.

Currently open for takeout and some dine in. Decent sandwiches and salad selection. Went in today to get a baguette, and was nice and fresh. Large sweets selection and I usually go for the cookies. Overall though the selection is not what it was prior to COVID, especially the cooked food section, however the sweets options still appear fully stocked.

Awesome little bakery/cafe! Street parking only, but it is an accessible cafe. Great service!!!! Be forewarned though, that the actual seating area is quite small. The food was really tasty! Generous portions too. Variety of sandwiches, wraps, salads, chili etc and a far too tempting Variety of baked goods! We really look forward to going back!

I like the breakfast bagel but I wouldn’t recommend most things here that aren’t made fresh to order. Also I entered a sweepstake here a few years ago to win a free facial and the woman who contacted me was an Arbonne rep who came to my house trying to get my friends and I to buy her MLM products. Shame on Max’s for allowing this sort of thing.

The food is good but over priced... But the real turn off was when I tried to use the bathroom it smells like open sewer... A good cleaning and some essential oils would turn it around but obviously they don't care too much about it... I visited there early morning and that's the way the washrooms were I almost vomited!

My go-to coffee shop in my neighbourhood. I love running to Maxi Deli in my sandals and my house pants, it is so convenient, the staff is helpful and friendly. Besides, it is more than your regular neighbourhood coffee shop, it has a big selection of desserts, and deli, from salad, to hot food, etc. I love going here!

I have one thing to say ... cinnamon sticky buns. OH MY WORD. You crunch through the glaze on the outside to be hit by a soft buttery cinnamon symphony on the inside. Around 3.75 I think but seriously worth it. They also sell lots of different treats and sandwiches to prawn dumplings. Clean and very friendly staff.

Drove by recently and never noticed this giant bakery and deli on Oak. Went the next morning to try it out, ordered the breakfast turkey sausage wrap. Not too shabby, add the hot sauce and ketchup and you're set. The cheddar and bacon quiche was pretty dope too. Tons of choices, imagine an independent Bread Garden.

WOW! if there ever was a god he would go here. i mean the cheesecakes are to DIE FOR! i gave this bakery a 5 star rating for a handful of reasons. the customer service was a delight, the turkey bacon sandwich was unreal, and the sitting area was very cute. i will definitely be back... soon.....very soon....

Visited this place for the first time. I noticed that though they have a lot of variety, there is a possibility that the food is old and stale. I tried the chicken pie and potato latke and both tasted kinda off. I don’t think they have a good inventory turnover. I’d advise to think again before visiting.

Paid 17.50 for 2 ham and egg bagels. The bagel was stale, with a thinnest slice of tomato and no even a slice of cheese. Very questionable pricing for the product. Tim Hortons bagel belt tastes better and costs less. And you'd think privatly owned business would care more about the quality of their food.

Went this morning to pick up their amazing sticky cinnamon bun and cream cheese cinnamon bun. Also ordered their turkey cranberry sandwich on white bread...the bread was absolutely stale and so dry, turkey was dry and the amount of cranberry spread put on did not suffice, driest sandwich I've ever had.

Lovely assortment of fresh baked goodies and great stuff for lunch and/or dinner. Right now they have two tables available for seating outside. The servers are ultra friendly and super efficient. Today I had a medium coffee and delicious lemon meringue tart. The perfect snack for a busy day …

Shockingly stale, horrible tasting cookie! Took a bite and instantly tasted something odd which tasted like bacon fat. Yes, bacon fat!! How in the world can a cookie ended up tasting like that?! Totally gross. This place used to be OK but now I wonder how they stay in business. Never again.

Max's bakery has some of the most amazing ladies servicing you and the food is ALWAYS top tier. It's not surprising that every time I bring the bakery up everyone knows about it. Also check out my band; Yung and Froyd and our first single: 'Automagick' on all streaming services ❤❤❤

Thought it was a Chinese bakery and decided to stop in. Surprised we found a wide range of ethnic foods. English, Chinese, Ukranian, Greek, etc. Coffees, Sandwiches, soups, desserts and other treats. A little pricey but the quality justifies the prices. Definately give them a try.

In terms of food choice, excellent. In terms of quality, very good. In terms of service, average. In terms of price, little on the expensive side. In terms of location, great spot. Overall good, but sometimes the service is a bit lazy or people jump ahead of you with no reason.

It's a bakery, selling cakes pastry on one side, on the other side it's selling prepared food, such as salad, cold dishes, pies, wraps etc.. They served drinks too. You order food at the cashier and they reheat your order. One good thing is they open till 11:00pm.

I use to live very close to this bakery, every few months I think about how amazing the red velvet cake was. All the pastries are amazing here and I make sure to stop by whenever i visit however I wouldn’t recommend any of their drinks unless it’s a bagged tea.

Amazing selection to satisfy your sweet and savoury tooth. This was the place my mom and I would usually stop by en route to the beach in the summer time when I was growing up. Now I live fairly close by and love coming here when I'm craving a little comfort.

A great place for sandwiches, baked goods, entrees, and more. I had the party sized spinach lasagna with garlic bread. The lasagna tasted fresh and it was nicely balanced. The garlic bread may be a bit too garlicky for some people, and it has a softer crust.

The epitome of a local quick serve restaurant. It's where the locals go if you want tasty, affordable food served by friendly people. Counter service. Open really late and really early. Fun desserts. Homemade soup is the best and really generous sandwiches.

My family has been buying from Max's since soon after it first opened - the early-morning smell of bread baking is one of my earliest childhood memories- and Max's is still my go-to 'treat' location for eccles cakes. The 'deli' selection is also first-rate.

Love the service here, everyone is always cheerful and food is usually delicious! Only once had a problem with the freshness but they rectified the problem very quick for me! :) If you're in a hurry the Turkey Club Wrap is my favorite for a quick breakfast!

The only cafe open early on Sunday around Oak and W 15th to these new visitor's eyes. Friendly service, varied selection of baked goods, seating inside or on sidewalk (which is a nice option). I suggest saving the real fast-breaking for elsewhere though.

Absoloutly love this bakery, we have been coming here for years and just went in and picked up a delicious Breakfast wrap and a a chocolate almond croissant which is super delicious. I would highly encourage you give this bakery a visit and bon appetit!

This is a great place to grab a quick bite or have a baked good and coffee. They have a large selection of food to choose from like sandwiches, pasta and baked goods. The staff is warm and friendly. All in all I like coming here and can recommend it.

Friendly service and a huge variety of options. The best chicken sandwich I've ever had (usually don't care much for them) and I love that they include cranberry sauce - so tasty. Love the sweets, especially salted caramel chocolate chip cookies :)

Live in this neighbourhood and come sometimes when no other options are available. Food is usually quite stale and tastes like its been kept too long. Tried a tart but was rock solid. It looks very good on the surface but taste usually disppoints

Max's is hands down one of the best bakery/deli i have been too. The food is delicious and is all made fresh in house and the service staff is very friendly and easy to deal with. Highly recommend visiting this place if you are in the area!!

Everything is pretty overpriced. Food is always mediocre at best. When I asked to know what is in the wrap they only told me about 3 of the 5 ingredients so I walked away with a $10 lukewarm/cold wrap with 2 things that I can't eat. :( I

I go here a lot, and it is a solid choice for a sandwich or a bite to eat. Even though i'm a regular, i can't make myself give it 5 stars. Place needs a facelift, and the food is so dated it hurts. Recipes haven't been changed since the

Living in the area, Max's is always a great place for coffee or a quick bite on the go.. Service is fast and orderly - and though they're busy, you can usually find a seat. Really love the cakes and desserts - Pastries are a favorite!

Great selection and wide variety. I normally stop in earlier in the day for muffins and pastries but would like to try some of their deli items for lunch. Often busy when I’ve been and the staff are efficient and friendly.

Absolutely outstanding place. We went for dessert and ended up leaving with cream cheese, bagels, sausage rolls, the aforementioned dessert, but not before sitting down for an excellent hot meal. Great food and service.

I used to go to this deli many years ago and I liked it then. Was in the area today and went. Incredible! Bagel with Turkey was real Turkey meat. I bought pastries, salads and lasagna to take out. Best quality …

I ordered online and my friend in Vanco love the Decadence Chocolate Cake for a birthday cake. Order delivered and arrived on time 9 am as instructed. Love their service. Glad my gift is worthwhile and they love it.

It was fantastic! Absolutely great selection of good. Very good quality food. The cheesecake is amazing! And great coffee too! Beautiful location, nice quiet area of town. We sat on the patio and really enjoyed it.

A wonderful deli with a huge variety of choices, such as sandwiches, salads, hot foods and desserts. I had a roast beef on marble rye. A perfect sandwich. I look forward to try the lattka I brought home to eat.

Found this place from Google and tried their dark chocolate cake for around $35. The cake looked great. It wasn't too sweet and bit bitter actually. Would go back and try other pastries and cakes for sure.

Have been visiting Max's several times a week for years. The consistent quality and amazing variety is unique in town. Their staff couldn't be friendlier and more professional. They are one of a kind.

Every time I come here I wonder why I dont come here more often. Their selection is amazing and I've never had a bad dish here. Highly recommend the breakfast wraps but honestly you cannot go wrong

I have being going to Max's deli for several years and despite the often long line ups - the food is the best and well worth the wait. The creme brule and whole wheat scones are just perfect!!!

Biggest selection ive ever seen. Lots of different food, so many pastries, cookies, cakes…. Something for everyone. Everything is delicious and staff are helpful. Pretty darn expensive though.

Love this place, great service and lots of delicious options. My personal favorite are the ham and cheese croissants. Their drip coffee is also really nice at a very modest price

A good place just got better with their new cash back loyalty card!! Variety of delicious food. Although it can be busy at peak times, service is good, care put into every order.

Had the tiramisu cake. Taste was ok but the sides were dried out cause the cake had been out in the open and the sides aren't covered. Disappointing for almost 6 bucks a piece

The cinnamon buns are the best I've ever had! When I told my mom about this place, she said she used to visit this bakery as a child and that they make wonderful challah :)

A mainstay on 15th and Oak Street. Old school deli sandwiches, latkes,chicken soup + great bakery items. I have been going there for years. Close to VGH and Broadway core.

Open long hours which is nice. Many options for food! The veggie lasagna is so good! The desserts that I’ve tried are only average. Pricey but nice to have in the location

Good variety of food. Very logistic location and nice place to sit, chat and finish some work. The food though is not that good. I would give it 6/10. Service is amazing.

Really well sticked Deli.. Great soups and sandwiches... Yummy Desserts... Good selection of drinks and coffee and teas.... Going back to try out the Cinnamon buns...

Great selection of items. Service is a little slow and hard to figure out. There is a number system but they only use it half the time- confusing. Great food though.

So many good options of pastries and dessert. I liked the broccoli quiche. Plain croissant didn't taste too fresh, but was good. New York Cheesecake was very good!

Loads of options but not the best quality stuff. Definitely a couple of older sausage/ spring rolls. Fresh, refrigerated items (muffins, bread) were great though.

Excellent selection of decorated pastry & other tempting morsels too. Super mix & match lunch & dinner hot buffet.... & just for me, good robust coffees & lattes

Huge selection of great food. Good coffee and always busy here. It's always nice to stop by and have some lunch or cake and coffee.They know what they doing.

I had a pretty good bacon quiche there, but the coffee was pretty acidic tasting which isn’t my favourite. Good private bathroom for when the coffee kicks in

Just like I remembered it when I lived and worked in the area and was a daily customer from '93-'95. Breakfast, lunch, snacks, dessert, coffees, all great.

They have quiet nice sandwiches and bagels, as well as baked goods. Some of the other deli items can be a bit of a hit and miss. A pleasant place overall.

Today's purchase were charged a plain croissant (picture) and instead gave us a Danish :'( . Danish is not bad but you should pay attention to that :( :(

Great baked goods. The sticky bun was famtastic! There's not a surplus of seating though... and the atmosphere is cafeteria - like rather than cozy.

Decent food for a good price. Some of the specific food items like dumplings are expensive but sandwiches and bakery items are fairly reasonable.

Top 5 best sandwiches in Vancouver. Made right in front of you by the very friendly women who work there. I always go for the double decker BLT

Had ravioli ordered to the hospital after my surgery and as someone who makes his own pasta and ravioli I must confess it was better then mine.

Wow..my sister ordered a birthday cake from them..she is in Australia.. .they actually used a taxi to get it to me...it was delicious.......

Food is not bad. Wished their staff would smile once in a while. They don't seem to want to work there and are not pleasant with customers.

Great food and freshly made drinks. A minor quibble would be that the tables are too close together, but this shouldn't bother most people.

Went there for the crab cakes. Crab cakes tasted okay, but service has been colder since the last time I visited the place a few years ago.

Absolutely fantastic authentic OG bakery and Deli!! Delicious everything- shrimp sandwich for the win with a loaded fruit flan for desert!

Lots of options and one can park out front for an hour. Maybe best for a lunch sandwich or soup. Not really a cafe but they have coffee.

Had a late and a Stawberry- Apricot pastry that was just ok. And I did not like the brown sesame bagels I took to go. Had a funny taste.

Sandwich was supposedly heated up but it was cold, the chilli chicken was soggy, overall lousy experience with terribly slow service…

Really gross. There’s literally flies on the pastries. I got the lasagna and it tasted old and gross. Will not be coming here again.

Love their fresh breads and pastries. The cream cheese frosted cinnamon bun is one of my favourite things in the whole entire world.

I always find the deli section very expensive.. one small square of shepherds pie with 100 grams of broccoli salad for close to $11.