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Southern New Orleans Style Seafood & BBQ
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Ithaca, United States

Maxie's Supper Club & Oyster Bar

CuisineSeafood, Raw Bar
Opened1999
Price$30–50per person
ReservationsRecommended
Dress CodeCasual

Our verdict

A strong Ithaca choice for a lively, casual seafood-and-Southern-comfort dinner at about $35 per person. Book it for oysters, group meals, drinks, and New Orleans-style energy; skip it if the night calls for a quiet tasting menu or formal service.

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Address
Ithaca, United States
Phone
(607) 272-4136
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Maxie's Supper Club & Oyster Bar restaurant in Ithaca, United States

The menu

What to order

  • Fresh-shucked raw oysters
  • Shrimp & grits
  • Jambalaya Me-Oh-My-A
  • Maxie’s Mighty-Mighty Gumbo
  • Chicken-Fried Chicken
  • Maxie’s Deluxe Crabcake Platter
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About

A strong Ithaca choice for a lively, casual seafood-and-Southern-comfort dinner at about $35 per person. Book it for oysters, group meals, drinks, and New Orleans-style energy; skip it if the night calls for a quiet tasting menu or formal service.

Frequently asked questions

Is the tasting menu worth it at Maxie's Supper Club & Oyster Bar?

The clearest read is as a casual Ithaca restaurant focused on Southern New Orleans-style seafood and BBQ, at about $35 per person. The value comes from ordering signature dishes such as fresh-shucked raw oysters, shrimp & grits, jambalaya, gumbo, chicken-fried chicken, and the crabcake platter.

What should a first-timer know about Maxie's Supper Club & Oyster Bar?

Go in expecting a casual dress code and a menu identity centered on Southern New Orleans-style seafood and BBQ.

What should I order at Maxie's Supper Club & Oyster Bar?

Start with the fresh-shucked raw oysters, then consider shrimp & grits, Jambalaya Me-Oh-My-A, Maxie’s Mighty-Mighty Gumbo, chicken-fried chicken, or Maxie’s Deluxe Crabcake Platter. Those dishes are the clearest guide to the Southern New Orleans-style seafood and BBQ format.

How far ahead should I book Maxie's Supper Club & Oyster Bar?

If timing matters, check current details directly with Maxie's Supper Club & Oyster Bar before planning around a specific slot.

What are alternatives to Maxie's Supper Club & Oyster Bar in Ithaca?

If you want a different kind of meal, compare it with other Ithaca dining rooms by format and mood. Maxie's makes the most sense when you specifically want casual Southern New Orleans-style seafood and BBQ, especially dishes such as oysters, shrimp & grits, jambalaya, gumbo, chicken-fried chicken, and crabcakes.

Details
Vibe
  • Lively
  • Cozy
  • Rustic
  • Energetic
  • Well Known
Best For
  • Date Night
  • Group Dining
  • Family
  • Celebration
  • Casual Hangout
  • Late Night
  • After Work
Experience
  • Live Music
  • Standalone
  • Design Destination
Drink Program
  • Craft Cocktails
  • Beer Program
  • Extensive Wine List
Sourcing
  • Sustainable Seafood
  • Local Sourcing
Menu Format
  • A La Carte
  • Small Plates
Drinks Focus
  • Cocktails
  • Beer
  • Wine
Dietary
  • Vegetarian Friendly
  • Vegan Options
  • Gluten Free Options
  • Pescatarian Friendly
Noise LevelLively
CapacityMedium
Service StyleCasual
Meal PacingStandard
KitchenComfort cooking
Wine ProgramCurated

A lively, feel-good neighborhood supper club with a warm, funky old-joint vibe, soulful music, and bustling bar and dining rooms that channel New Orleans energy with Ithaca community charm.