Maximilian's Taste of Italy
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Hours
Sun
13:00 - 21:30
Mon
12:00 - 21:30
Tue
12:00 - 21:30
Wed
12:00 - 21:30
Thu
12:00 - 21:30
Fri
12:00 - 21:30
Sat
13:00 - 22:00
Ratings and reviews
4.5
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CUISINES
Italian, Pizza, European
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
features
Does this restaurant serve Sicilian food?
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About
At Maximilian's Taste of Italy, we believe our food should delight the senses. Our chefs cooking traditional Italian food in a cozy quaint restaurant bringing a little taste of Italy closer to home. All our pizzas are homemade and freshly prepared for each individual customer as are most of our pasta. Free from artificial additives, Maximilian’s Taste of Italy is the real deal when it comes to delicious and authentic Italian food. Maximilians Taste of Italy - The best Italian Food Restaurant in Dublin 15 - Delicious pizza and pasta dishes for all tastes. With mouthwatering freshly prepared paninis to homemade pasta, this newly revamped eatery complements the upstairs Bistro and is quickly becoming one of D15’s hippest places to eat. Maximilians Taste of Italy is the perfect venue for a relaxed evening dinner or business lunch. Open every day at 12 pm.
CUISINES
Italian, Pizza, European
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
FEATURES
Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free off-street parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Table Service
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4.5
129 reviews
Excellent
90
Very good
24
Average
5
Poor
7
Terrible
3
Rebecca D
Dublin7 contributions
Aug 2020 • friends
This is my favourite place to visit in Blanchardstown, whether for a solo coffee to read my book on one of the super comfortable outdoor tables or for a really great tasting and good value dinner date with my partner or a girl friend. The staff are the kindest, most attentive and friendliest around. My favourite dish is the Pollo al Funghi or if I’m feeling more of a take away pizza hands down the Da Vinci is consistently the best pizza I’ve ever had (I add sweet corn to it and 10/10 would recommend). Never a let down in Maximillians Taste of Italy ❤️❤️❤️
Written 26 August 2020
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lileeny2
7 contributions
Sept 2020 • friends
After six months of not going out, it was just brilliant to celebrate my first night out in Dublin here with a great friend. We were just delighted to have our usual fabulous pizza (we make some changes to the option on the menu and Joanna always accommodates) and a bottle of gorgeous wine.
Last time we were here was with a gang of sixteen and had the best night. Such lovely service, it’s a real local feeling and can’t wait until we can get the full gang here again.
Spotless clean and staff very keen on masks and hygiene.
Thanks to Joanna and her colleague on his first night - Great proper bubble crust pizza, lovely service and a great chat with a friend. Perfect.
Written 2 September 2020
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Elly (Eleonora)
Dublin32 contributions
Jun 2021 • family
We, as a family, have been going to Taste of Italy for many years now and they always make us feel welcome. They have adapted well to the restrictions and eating outdoors has not deterred their faithful clientele. In more recent times it seems management has stepped up a gear and made this little gem even more pleasant.
Written 31 July 2021
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Ollamhnua
Dublin86 contributions
Jun 2021 • friends
This restaurant has not adapted well to serving food outside post lockdown.
There was no preparation to make customers comfortable outside apart from moving tables and chairs outside. No heaters or blankets. Tables were situated in a busy and windy passage.
There is no non smoking section which was very off putting for non smokers trying to eat.
The food was extremely slow coming, 30 mins before starter arrived, and 60 mins for main which only came after we complained.
The staff were uncoordinated and scatty in their approach. The kitchen was extremely busy with take-out meaning the restaurant suffered.
When we complained the head waiter did apologise and offered us complimentary desserts.
Starter garlic bread was very dry, we had to add olive oil to it.
Mains tagliatelle was very good but small portion
Dessert was tiramisu and not great, no comparison to what they used to serve prior to lockdown.
Written 19 June 2021
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Andrew C
4 contributions
Sept 2021 • family
I'm writing to complain about the service that my family and I received this evening at approximately 8.30pm in yer restaurant near Super Valu in Blanchardstown village.
We ordered some pizzas and a chicken dish and were sitting just inside the door on the left. The quality of the food was good so I couldn't complain about that.
However,there was a wait of at least 20 minutes after we'd finished our meals for someone to come and take away plates and offer us a dessert menu. The main waiter and the non national waitress just kept walking past,wouldn't ask us were we okay?Would ye like dessert? Nothing!
Very disappointing. 2 other people walked in and the main waiter couldn't do enough for them, all over them while we just sat there.
Not good enough.....
I was in yer restaurant a couple of weeks ago and ordered food, it was very good, I overlooked the abruptness of the non national waitress that night(I think she's Italian, not sure). I left a decent tip also that night. Around 15 euros.
But tonight enough was enough. Everyone's money is the same, but it annoys me when someone gets favourable treatment over another.
And again tonight the non national waitress was abrupt again.
I go to Blanchardstown regularly and the next time I decide to have something to eat there ,it won't be with ye.
Improve yer customer skills as bad news travels faster than good for sure.
Regards,
Andrew Cashman.
Written 5 September 2021
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ionut dorian Fatu
Dublin2 contributions
Sept 2020 • family
We are so happy we found this place. The food is absolutely fantastic and so tasty. We tried everything from Calzone, Pizza, pasta and everytime the food tasted delicious. But the service stands out due to above and beyond efforts to accommodate us and enjoy our dinner there every time we go. The stuff is so warm, professional and friendly. Highly recommended this place, you'll feel like home once you go there.
Written 10 September 2020
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Adrian B
2 contributions
Sept 2022 • none
Service was ok, found was ok, we were charged £4 more for Bruschetta than stated on the menu (we didn't quibble), and also an extra £4.25 for a drink we didn't have, we questioned this. They removed it from the bill and sent the young barman to the table, the two staff who had been serving us throughout the evening didn't come near us to apologise - not impressed. Will not be back.
Written 2 October 2022
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Hellyfys
167 contributions
Sept 2021 • family
We really enjoyed our visit To this restaurant. The pasta carbonara was delicious, one of the best I’ve had. My husband had the prawns and thoroughly enjoyed them.
The manager Maximo was lovely to chat to, you can tell it’s a relaxed restaurant where all the staff enjoy working. Our waitress was super attentive and helpful, advising on dishes.
The food is really well priced for the quality and quantity.
We can’t wait to come back here.
Written 6 September 2021
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Muir9
1 contribution
Sept 2020 • friends
Visited Taste of Italy last night with a friend, we sat outside as it was a lovely mild evening.
Pizza, as always, was perfect! Wine was gorgeous.
Very enjoyable and reasonably priced night out and a friend.
Consistently great food, consistently great service and consistently accommodating staff, especially Joanna who always ensures we have a great night!
Definitely my favourite and most frequently visited local restaurant.
Written 3 September 2020
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Brid K
1 contribution
Aug 2020 • couples
Went to Maximilian’s last night (22nd Aug). Was nervous about going due to COVID, however my fears were alleviated the moment I walked into the restaurant. We were greeted by Massimo with a very warm welcome. All staff were wearing face masks or visors. Social distancing and hygiene were excellent. Food was delicious and service was 5 star. We had a complimentary drink on the house as they heard we were celebrating our 40th wedding anniversary in two weeks time. Thank you Massimo and your wonderful staff. We will be back and we will recommend to our friends. Bríd and Brian
Written 23 August 2020
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Tony D
Dublin17 contributions
Aug 2024 • family
Family gathering to celebrate our daughter's birthday. Plenty of choice on the A la Carte menu or Set menu. Some chose the A la Carte, some chose the Set menu. Set menu for 2 courses was €30.00 pp. I had the mussels and then the pan-fried sea bass fillet. Absolutely plenty of tasty mussels, and the sea bass was plentiful and tasty. My wife had the chicken wings and chicken. Again, plentiful and tasty. Others in the party had pizza, steak, main course mussels, pasta and 2 grandchildren had pizzas. Again, plentiful and tasty food all round, no complaints at all. The service was very good, friendly and efficient. Would certainly highly recommend this place, inexpensive, very good value, great atmosphere, wonderful service.
Written 28 August 2024
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motorcar1
Dublin14720 contributions
Aug 2022 • couples
Had dinner here this evening, first visit in about 6 or 7 years. I prefer to eat in the city, just seems more of an occasion than eating locally, probably just me. Anyway the food is as good as ever and the restaurant is nice and staff are nice. Although the service was hit and miss this evening.
Written 1 August 2022
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EDM
Dublin12 contributions
Apr 2023 • couples
Treated ourselves today for Easter. The food is delicious and never disappoints. Service excellent and very professional at all times. I have eating here many times and have never had a bad experience. Highly recommended and good value for money.
Written 9 April 2023
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Dermot H
Dublin28 contributions
Oct 2024 • family
We went to this little gem of a restaurant with a 2 1/2 year grandchild not knowing what to expect.
But I have to say the staff were excellent and really receptive to us. The menu was really good and she loved the pasta.
Thank you Valeria Erica & Christina and all the staff at Taste of Italy Blanchardstown.
Highly recommend. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Written 19 October 2024
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Alan M
Dublin14 contributions
May 2021 • couples
As always, super food and great atmosphere. They had 20 or so diners on terrace outside the restaurant but had heaters and blankets. Food brilliant and service as always great. Joana always makes you feel welcome. Will be back very soon.
Written 26 June 2021
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