Mr Max Izakaya Restaurant

Name: Mr Max Izakaya Restaurant
Address: 3028 North Belt Line Road, Irving, TX, 75062, US
Telephone: (972) 255-8889
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.6

Mr Max Izakaya Restaurant: Cozy Japanese small plates with bold, shareable flavors.

4.6(5 reviews)

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Mr Max Izakaya Restaurant in Irving, TX serves traditional Japanese small plates in a cozy, bar-side izakaya with low tables. Guests praise fatty tuna, pork belly, takoyaki, katsu curry, and eel omelette, along with friendly, attentive service. The popular spot can involve waits, but the bold flavors and inviting atmosphere make it worth the visit.

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3028 N Belt Line Rd, Irving, TX 75062, USA

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3028 North Belt Line Road

Irving, TX, 75062

(972) 255-8889 mrmaxtx.com/

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Services

Izakaya Small Plates

Authentic Japanese pub-style dishes like fatty tuna, pork belly, and takoyaki, perfect for sharing.

Ramen Specialties

Hearty bowls including Tonkotsu and Taiwan ramen, made with rich broths and fresh ingredients.

Grilled Fish and Meats

Flavorful grilled options such as salmon and beef tongue, cooked to perfection.

Appetizer and Side Selection

Varied small bites like eel omelette and karaage, ideal for sampling different flavors.

Chef's Choice Tasting

Curated appetizer platters selected by the chef for a unique dining experience.

4.60 · 5 reviews

Overall rating

R31N

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· 8 months ago

We reserved almost a month ahead due to how popular the place is. Unfortunately, we still had to wait 30–40 minutes after our booking time. The restaurant was quite noisy during our visit, which affected the atmosphere. Service was quick, but the ramen didn’t meet expectations. The tonkotsu was just okay compared to other places. On a positive note, we enjoyed the takoyaki and beef tongue. Overall, it wasn’t the experience we hoped for given the long wait and advance booking.

Chase Pickering

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· 9 months ago

We really enjoyed this place. Traditional Japanese small plates pub with bar seating and sunken tables. We were there at open since they didn't take reservations and were lucky to be seated right away. We ordered several items to share. The fatty tuna, pork belly, katsu curry and eel omelette were the winners of the evening.

Stanley Moy

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· 10 months ago

Wonderful hole in the wall but not a hole in the wall. Mr max pushed out incredible food. Fun spot to come with friends but be prepared to wait. I think I waited about an hour to get a bar seat for one. But this type of place is best enjoyed with friends where you can share a meal. The fatty tuna was delicious. The chefs choice for the appetizers was great. The rice sandwich, seemed like a giant onigiri was excellent. The Taiwan ramen was perfect even on the hot summer day. If I could do it again I’d probably swap out the ramen with something smaller. Portions were right on and the staff was super friendly and helpful. Next time I’m in the area I definitely have to come back. Must try if you’re in the area. Plus the chef wears a Starbucks!

Jannatul M.

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· 10 months ago

Been going here for years and their food and service has always been consistent for a nice night out. I highly recommend trying any of their grilled fish. The salmon I tried recently was very flavorful and juicy. It can get pricey if you buy a lot of appetizers and sides as the portion sizes for those are pretty small. The servers are all very friendly and despite how busy the resturant is always making sure your experience is good. The resturant has a traditional Japanese style with low-tables creating a very cozy atmosphere.

Caroline VOS

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· 10 months ago

I honestly hesitated to write this because I don’t want the place getting even harder to get into, but Mr. Max Izakaya in Irving is just too good to keep quiet about. It’s a small spot, nothing fancy, but the food is incredible and the prices are super reasonable. We waited about 45 minutes for a table, and it was totally worth it. We had Tonkotsu ramen, squid legs, takoyaki (my personal weakness), karaage, and the uni omelette. Every single dish was good. No misses, no “just ok” plates. It all tasted like something the kitchen actually cares about. If you’re in the area and craving Japanese comfort food, this place is absolutely worth it.

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