Gourmet Comfort, Serious Wine

At Max's Wine Dive, we bring gourmet Southern comfort, fine wines, and live entertainment together on Washington Avenue. Settle into our remodeled, industrial-chic dining room for world-famous fried chicken, deviled eggs with caramelized bacon, and a glass of Champagne, all served with polished, friendly hospitality that feels relaxed, genuine, and easy to enjoy.

World-Famous Fried Chicken

Hailed as one of the “Top 10 Fried Chicken Spots in the U.S.” by multiple national outlets. Perfect beside a chilled glass of bubbles.


Deviled Eggs With Caramelized Bacon

Smoky deviled eggs crowned with caramelized bacon, matched with spot-on wine pairings that cut through richness and lift every savory bite.


How We Host

Our services are available the whole week!


Monday-Thursday: 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Friday & Saturday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Sundays: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM


We start with seasonal, quality ingredients, then build craveable Southern favorites that love a great glass of wine. Our team curates the list, guides pairings, and coordinates reservations and events, so brunches, date nights, and celebrations unfold smoothly. You choose the vibe, we handle the details, and you enjoy every bite.

Satisfied Customers

Christine

One of my favorites! Will visit again and again. Koolaid mimosa is so good! And jalapeño grits 10/10

Sep 7, 2025
Debra

Delicious food and drinks. Great customer service. Best fried chicken in Houston.

Apr 4, 2026
Jamesha

This place was a vibe!! The food was Good even the water! I will be back

Nov 16, 2025

Rooted In Flavor, Raised In Houston

Since 2008, Max's Wine Dive has been Houston's go-to for bold Southern comfort and a serious, but never stuffy, wine list. Our recent remodel sharpened the industrial-chic look while keeping the same warm, easygoing energy, perfectly captured in our mantra: Fried Chicken and Champagne? Why not?

Several Awards Throughout The Years

Nearly two decades of accolades, bold flavors, and heartfelt hospitality consistently make every unforgettable visit feel so incredibly special.

Comfort Food With Live Entertainment

Comfort classics, from fried chicken to deviled eggs, meet live music and a buzzing bar scene, turning dinner into a full-night Washington Ave outing.

Recently Fully Remodeled

Our recent full remodel pairs warm, industrial-chic design with comfortable seating, setting the stage for relaxed brunches, lively dinners, and wine-filled celebrations.

Dine-In Or Take Your Comfort To Go

Dine-In

Settle into our industrial-chic dining room for a full Max's Wine Dive experience, from crisp fried chicken and rich mac n' cheese to curated wines, attentive table service, and a relaxed, upscale atmosphere made for lingering over every course.

Takeout

Bring Max's home with takeout favorites like our world-famous fried chicken, mac n' cheese, and crispy deviled eggs, paired with select wines to-go. Order online for an easy, elevated comfort-food spread that turns any night into a laid-back feast.