Dining Guide

Max’s Wine Dive

One of five around the country, this laid-back location next to the Quarry gives bar food a good name—and the wine selection’s not bad either. For starters we shared a plate of flash-fried deviled eggs coated in potato flakes, an unusual take on that item, but that’s the idea with a place pushing fried chicken and champagne, right? Our five-inch-tall burger on a brioche bun stood out with its great mixture of Angus short rib, brisket, chuck, and beef belly; there were lots of add-ons to choose from too. The creamy vegetable curry with a peanuty sauce was garlicky, spicy, and hit all the right notes. The eighties rock and roll sound track sets the tone.