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Max’s Corner

1/5 Leake St, Essendon VIC 3040, Australia

Recommended by 7 people

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1/5 Leake St, Essendon VIC 3040, Australia

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+61 3 9379 6593
HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Max’s Corner

Max’s Corner delivers hearty, generous comfort cooking in a relaxed Essendon room built for an effortless bite. Regulars drop in for early evening dinners and weeknight counter staples without the fuss of cooking at home. The kitchen keeps the weekly rhythm rolling with Wednesday steak specials, Thursday parmas finished with your pick of four toppings, and Friday wood-fired pizzas pulled blistered and hot. Inside, high ceilings and subway tiles frame a warm space anchored by a roaring fireplace on chilly afternoons, alongside heated outdoor tables. Plates run comfortably big, from tender steak sandwiches and silky pumpkin-spinach risotto to crisp schnitzels alongside cold happy hour pours.

  • Themed Weeknight Specials: Rotations feature Wednesday steaks, Thursday parmis with four topping options, and Friday wood-fired pizzas.
  • Cozy Fireplace & Heated Seating: Features an operational indoor fireplace for cold days alongside heated outdoor patio seating.
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What's On at Max’s Corner

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

No events or specials listed right now.

Why Choose Max’s Corner

Discover why locals rely on Max’s Corner for hearty weeknight dining, easy family get-togethers, and welcoming comfort.

  • Hearty Weeknight Feeds

    Generous, hearty meals provide dependable satisfaction on busy evenings without the chore of cooking.

    Great for an easy weeknight meal or a lazy lunch.

    Marcia Reyes

  • Generous Value Specials

    Structured weeknight dinner offerings deliver sizable portions and exceptional meal value.

    The portions were large for us and we were able to take home. The food was fresh, hot and again generous for price.

    SmmD

  • Family-Friendly Hospitality

    A spacious, friendly setting and diverse menu cater smoothly to family dining and multi-generational visits.

    Great selection of food for families and a warm homely feel to match.

    Ashlee Jayde

  • Effortless Group Catch-Ups

    Welcoming staff and an easygoing environment make hosting casual group get-togethers effortless.

    Great spot in Essendon for small parties or just to catch up with your friends!

    Guenavere Abuyo

  • Convenient Late-Day Access

    Evening trading hours provide a reliable neighborhood dining and takeaway option when nearby cafes shut early.

    open when most cafes are already closed.

    Jack Thonet

  • All-Weather Atmosphere

    An active interior fireplace and heated outdoor seating ensure comfortable dining across seasonal conditions.

    it is A1 that they have a fireplace always running inside on the cold days to keep the place warm.

    Julian Andre

Hearty, homestyle pub favorites and weeknight specials served in generous portions

  • Steak

    I love the Wednesday steak night, and the barramundi with salad and vegetables is delicious.

    Isabel

  • Chicken Parma

    we all love a parmi, and it is their special on a Thursday. You can also choose 4 various topping choices.

    SmmD

  • Woodfire Pizza

    The woodfire pizza was absolutely delicious—crispy on the outside, soft in the middle, and full of flavor.

    manreet kaur

  • Barramundi

    I enjoyed the barramundi as i am pescatarian and the flavours were perfect.

    Nadine L Castles

Other favorites

Sweets, freshly squeezed juices, and specialty beverages to complete your visit

  • Coffee

    great food and such yummy coffee

    Isabel

  • Muffin

    The muffin is bought here absolutely made my morning.

    Princess Consuela BananaHammock

  • Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice

    orange juice which was freshly squeezed (also great)

    Jim B

  • Cake

    more often go for coffee and cake, and it is open when most cafes are already closed

    Jack Thonet

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Max’s Corner offer regular weeknight meal specials?

Max’s Corner runs weekly dinner specials across select evenings, including a Wednesday steak night, a Thursday parma special with four topping options, and a Friday $20 pizza night. Reservations are recommended for busy promotional nights like steak night.

How generous are the portion sizes?

The kitchen serves generous, hearty portions across breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Meals such as parmas, risottos, and breakfast plates are substantial enough that guests frequently take leftovers home in doggy bags.

Is there outdoor seating and heating available?

Yes. The cafe and restaurant includes both indoor seating—complete with an operating fireplace on colder days—and tranquil outdoor seating equipped with outdoor heating. Dogs are also welcomed outside with fresh water provided.

What are the parking options around the venue?

Yes, free street parking is available nearby, with plenty of lined spaces situated around the adjacent park just around the corner from Leake Street.

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