Olympia Recommeds: Traditional French Bistro & Cafe, location directly across the road from The Olympia Theatre. Typical French pre-theatre menu available until 7pm.
Address: 1 Palace Street, Dublin 2
Phone: 01 633 7215
Email: chezmaxpalace@gmail.com
Website: www.chezmax.ie
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Feel the spirit of France right here in Dublin! Established in February 2005, Chez Max on Palace Street (at the gates of Dublin castle) is very much a traditional French cafe. Chez Max is particularly well-known for its’ charming back garden – a small haven that will transport you directly to Paris!
Directly across the road from The Olympia Theatre, we are tucked in on Palace Street beside Dublin Castle.
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Serving classic homemade dishes with a Parisian flair, Chez Max is open all day for breakfast, lunch, early bird (€19) and dinner. Please see our website for menu information: www.chezmax.ie
You can pop in at any time during the day for a glass of wine accompanied by a cheese and charcuterie platter.
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A birthday? A Wedding? A business dinner? A special event? Chez Max Palace Street can accomodate all your queries.
"It felt like Paris, and for a wet Sunday night in Dublin, that's not bad going" - Irish Independent
"Max de Laloubie has re-created a little corner of Paris next to Dublin Castle" - Irish Times
Like in France, we celebrate the 'Beaujolais Nouveau' with accordion live music during the evening.
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