Delicious and cheap are two words commonly used to describe Max, a no-frills joint for terrific red sauce, pasta, lasagna, and all sorts of dishes whose names end in parmagiana. Other words you might be tempted to throw into the mix include crowded, loud, and no reservations, all of which means that you’d better be prepared to wait, and to shout to be heard. But that’s part of Max’s charm, and the food makes it worthwhile.

Max Information:

• Italian menu. Lunch, dinner. Bar. Casual attire. Outdoor seating. No credit cards accepted.