26 reviews about Max Brenner

verified email - 02 Jan 2013

I confess, I am not a chocoholic. I understand that this might be some cause for concern... nonetheless, I am not immune to the charms of Max Brenner.

Their menu is a little steeply priced for my likes, considering their portions are not spectacularly large, and the flavours can become rather tiresome and repetitive. If I attend Max Brenner, I usually do so for their Belgian Waffles with chocolate sauce. Simple and homely, they are a delight to otherwise ordinary days, a dependable feel-good option. The chocolate sauce does not smother the waffle, but is enough to cover every bite taken.

Their Italian Hot Chocolate is also a great option. However, I would caution drinkers to allow for an ample amount of time for the drink to cool, as it burnt my tongue the first time. It is incredibly rich, however, and is virtually impossible to finish -- so upgrading to a large might not be necessary if you can only have your chocolate in measured doses.

As this is predominantly a chocolate cafe, I would caution cafe-goers to stay away from their coffee choices. Their flat white is horrendous, I'm sorry to say, and does not particularly resemble coffee. If you are perusing their menu, they have much better options.

Service depends on the day and time that you attend. If it's nighttime, be prepared to wait at least 20 minutes in the line - it can get tiresome and one occasion I even left the line. However, during lunch time their turnover rates aren't overwhelming and the wait periods aren't drastic. Staff have always been friendly and polite, so there's no issue with that.

I've decided that whether you consider the prices reasonable depends on how you value and rejoice in chocolate. As I have an ambivalent relationship with chocolate based products, I consider their prices to be a bit high. While their desserts are yummy, they are not necessarily mind-blowing. Still, it's a dependable place and not one that gets old too quick.

Approximate cost: $8

verified email - 17 Sep 2012

If you love chocolate this is the place to go, it's always busy so expect to have to wait for a table. The chocolate drinks are very rich and the dishes are decadent. It is pricey but so worth the price.

Icharn 12 Sep 2013

Agreed!

verified email - 02 Jun 2012

great place and location; always and i mean always busy which is problem as have to always wait for seat as not big enough for huge crowd always there especailly on weekends but chocolate is great however you have it :)

verified email - 27 Aug 2011

To be honest I'm not a chocolate lover so I find this place hard to understand. I've tried a variety of different items on the menu and I'm yet to discover one I actually like. I usually can't finish the drinks as the size his large but then so is the price. Great for chocolate lovers not so for coffee drinkers.

Approximate cost: $6

verified email - 26 Jun 2011

The prices have increased, very disappointed. The serivice is very slow, considering the popularity they might want to hire more staff. the deserts however are very delicious as are their beverages.

Approximate cost: $20

verified email - 25 Mar 2011

I absolutley love this place. As a chocoholic, I find this place heaven. Prices are on the dearer side but happy to pay them as we only frequent here on special occassions. Would love to see more of thess places open!

verified email - 19 Aug 2010

Chocolate lovers will absolutely love the food here - though individual menus can get quite expensive. I recommend the waffles in particular. The ambiance is nice though it gets very busy at times.

Approximate cost: $15-20

verified email - 14 Aug 2010

Service and Food quality is great! Me and my gf went there for afternoon dessert. It is a very popular place to hang out, which is why it is usually packed with people at peak times. Their specialties are chocolate desserts, but you can have coffee and hot chocolates too.

Approximate cost: $12

verified email - 29 Jul 2010

Love Max Brenner although this one seems to be the most busiest? Not sure if that's coz there's nothing else out in Blacktown! but can always expect a 30+ min wait for a table at night

Approximate cost: $10

verified email - 16 Jul 2010

Im a chocoholic and this place ticks my boxes! Melted choc fondue, choc pizza, choc shots, choc cake, hot choc, choc milkshakes... the list goes on. If you have a sweet tooth you will be in heaven here.

Approximate cost: $10

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