Maxine's on Shine
23 people recommend, 5 warn against itvia r/orlando29 comments cited below
What people say, in short
Maxine's on Shine draws repeated breakfast, brunch and date-night recommendations. One diner highlights chicken and waffles with a Bloody Mary, while another praises the brunch drinks. A commenter warns of weekend crowds and difficult parking. Food opinions are divided: some call it average or declining, while others report excellent meals. Service and value also draw criticism.
Address
Maxine's On Shine, 337 Shine Ave, Orlando, FL 32803
At a glance
- Signature dishes
- Chicken and waffles, Bloody Mary
- Best for
- Dates, Breakfast
- Opinions divided
- Yes
The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/TiredMillennialDad in r/orlando · Jan 2024ambience
Suggested for a settling-down, cozy date vibe.
- Caveatu/chemtrail-organics in r/orlando · Aug 2026taste
Says its brunch is fun but the food is mid.
- Recommendsu/lasaventuras in r/orlando · Nov 2025wait time
A favorite; busy weekends and tough parking but worth it.
- Recommendsu/sparty219 in r/orlando · Feb 2024
Recommends Maxine's on Shine, worth the short walk or Uber from Lake Eola.
- Recommendsu/kales1006 in r/orlando · May 2024
Recommends Maxine's for brunch.
- Mixedu/churninhell in r/orlando · Sep 2025ambience
Likes the restaurant but would not describe it as a fancy dining option.
- Recommendsu/Slytherin1028 in r/orlando · Jun 2024
Describes consistently enjoyable visits.
- Recommendsu/cookiethump in r/orlando · Mar 2024
Names Maxine's on Shine as a favorite unconventional restaurant.
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- Recommendsu/thesleepieststar in r/orlando · Sep 2025service
Praises the food and welcoming atmosphere.
- Recommendsu/anysizesucklingpigs in r/orlando · Mar 2024variety
Suggests Maxine's on Shine for brunch.
- Recommendsu/LizzyDragon84 in r/orlando · May 2024
Their go-to brunch spot if they can get a reservation.
- Recommendsu/Ihaveanotheridentity in r/orlando · Sep 2026ambience
Great meal, very tasty, loved the vibes.
- Recommendsu/ApatheticFinsFan in r/orlando · Nov 2025
Throws it out as another breakfast option.
- Caveatu/Theawokenhunter777 in r/orlando · Sep 2025consistency
Feels the restaurant has lost its appeal.
- Caveatu/StrokerAce77 in r/orlando · Feb 2024service
Agrees with the negative review and says service was bad too.
- Caveatu/LiteHedded in r/orlando · Aug 2026taste
Recalls being served an empty, clearly reheated frozen spring roll.
- Recommendsu/ubuntuNinja in r/orlando · Nov 2025taste
Suggests ordering the chicken and waffles paired with a giant bloody mary.
- Recommendsu/sparduck117 in r/orlando · Jun 2025
Calls it their personal favorite in the Mills 50 area.
- Caveatu/Sleber in r/orlando · Sep 2026
Calls it a mid restaurant.
- Recommendsu/ItsAMeMario01 in r/orlando · Nov 2025
Names Maxine's on Shine as a breakfast pick.
- Recommendsu/Traditional-Hat2623 in r/orlando · Apr 2025
Names Maxine's on Shine as a recommendation.
- Recommendsu/Brusah in r/orlando · Mar 2025ambience
Calls it perfect for date night.
- Recommendsu/Wild_Onion_5979 in r/orlando · Mar 2025
Names Maxine on Shine as a recommendation.
- Recommendsu/shampoo_mohawk_ in r/orlando · Jan 2024
Names Maxine's as a recommendation.
- Recommendsu/Uncledowntown in r/orlando · Dec 2023
Names Maxine's on Shine as a breakfast spot.
- Recommendsu/richardizard in r/orlando · Mar 2024ambience
Says it is also nice for a date.
- Recommendsu/razrscootergang in r/orlando · Aug 2026price
Says its pricing is in line with similar restaurants, not overpriced.
- Recommendsu/_j_o_e_ in r/orlando · Apr 2026
Says Maxine's is usually an enjoyable time.
- Recommendsu/SvedishFish in r/orlando · May 2024
Surprised it hadn't been mentioned yet; recommends it.
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Details last checked 10 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.