Max and Benny's Restaurant: A Nostalgic Deli Experience in Northbrook

Wonderful Jewish deli like in the old days. Food and service are great. Craving lox? Pastrami? A Reuben? And oy do they have some chopped liver! Definitely worth a visit. And lots of bakery and prepared to go food as well. You can't lose with this place.

Had a fantastic dine-in experience at Max and Benny’s — easily one of the best Jewish delis I’ve been to. The corned beef was top-tier: tender, flavorful, and piled high just the way it should be. The matzo ball soup was classic and comforting, with a rich broth and a perfectly fluffy matzo ball. Everything tasted fresh and authentic. Service was excellent — friendly, efficient, and attentive without being overbearing. The staff really helped make the meal feel welcoming from start to finish. If you're looking for traditional deli favorites done right, Max and Benny’s is the place. Highly recommend.

From the minute you walk through the doors there is this amazing feeling of warmth and hospitality that is refreshing The menu has all the deli hits. I have been several times and everything was delicious. If you want good food and a top notch staff you can't go wrong having a meal here.

What a old school deli, they have been in business since 1986, almost 40 years. The place is a little dated but the bagels and deli meats are as good as ever. I like that you can still get meats with some fats in them, that’s where the flavors are. Too lean and there’s not enough taste. I do wish their bagels are more denser and chewy too. Don’t get me wrong, they are very good but not as good as some in NYC or LA area.

It's a super sized deli and restaurant with an expansive menu of all the delicious food your grandmother used to serve you. Loud and busy, but everyone is happy and the waiters never stop.

We love Max & Benny's The mish mosh soup is so delish, best around. The challah French toast is sooo delicious, yum yum I love the bread they give you with your mish mosh soup. I love the scrambled eggs with that delicious sausage. Then we go to the other side and get some of the BEST desserts The only thing I have to say is the cashier guy who wears the Fedora hat is so rude & crabby. Should be nicer to paying customers

This place is excellent! If you need your corned beef or pastrami fix this is the spot! Mom got the Reuben at potato pancake, Dad got the half corned beef half pastrami! Both were excellent!! Check this place out!

“Max & Benny’s delivers that Neighbor Proof–level consistency with real local trust that Northern Illinois families have counted on for years.” The food is always fresh, the service is warm, and the entire place runs with the kind of steady professionalism that makes it a true community landmark. Their deli classics come out exactly the way you expect every time, and the staff treats you like a regular whether it’s your first visit or your fiftieth. It’s the kind of reliable, story‑rich spot that shows why Northbrook has such a strong neighborhood identity. A dependable, welcoming experience that continues to earn its reputation.