Maxine's on Shine

Maxine's on Shine We are a proud neighborhood restaurant providing a sexy, comfortable, delicious, and socially conscientious environment! Full Liquor Bar. We love kids.
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Voted Best Restaurant in Orlando, Best Neighborhood Restaurant, Best Outdoor Dining, and over 10 other awards. "Sexy * Comfortable * Delicious"

"Michelin Guide Selection"
"Best Downtown Restaurant" three years in a row
"Dining Fall of Fame" - Orlando Magazine
"Best Neighborhood Restaurant" multiple years & publications
"Best Brunch Orlando" - Orlando Magazine & Orlando Weekly
"Best Pest-Friendly

Restaurant"

Maxine's on Shine: Is the passionate vision of the eclectic couple, Kirt & Maxine Earhart. Led by the heart, the entire Maxine's family exudes an effort to enthusiastically elevate the experience of engaging others in a enlightening & entertaining epicurean environment. A safe sexy comfortable and delicious vibe is offered to all. While we love children, our restaurant is not recommended for infants and children under 10. Savoring the flavor of date night or quality time with adults is best suited for enjoying our restaurant. Maxine's on Shine is a place "where good attitudes are welcomed, great attitudes are rewarded, and bad attitudes are changed." American Neighborhood Cuisine w/ Full Bar: The culinary team is led by Chef Fabiano Olmo. Our menu is small, diverse, and created in house. Pasta, Seafood, Steak, Seasonal Selections, and Desserts are the core. The beverage program is guided by Kirt "The Juice Pimp" Earhart. "JP" is a member of The Guild of Master Sommeliers and Bar Smarts. Over 20 worldwide wines by the glass, a Florida and USA based beer list, and classic cocktail program are it's essence. Location: Part of the Historic Colonialtown South neighborhood just east of Lake Eola in Downtown Orlando. We are truly nestled in amongst homes in this 1940's area. The décor reflects a blending of that era w/ today and the styles of New York, Paris, Milan & Orlando, while often hearing New Orleans comparisons. A world travelers parlor from a romantics point of view awaits when visiting your epicurean friend's home. "Happy Hour & a Half": Mon - Fri, 5p to 6:30. $20 includes a Wine Lovers Board and a bottle of Pinot Grigio, Cabernet Sauvignon, or Sparkling Wine. An excellent beginning to your meal or as a fun respite from your days work. "Rejuicination Brunch" Fri Sat Sun, 10a - 3p. Just voted "Best Brunch in Orlando" Orlando Magazine and Orlando Weekly for 2020. Made to order a la carte menu and award winning bloody mary's, mimosas, and sangria. Live entertainment, Sat & Sun. One of Orlando's favorite local brunch hangouts. RSVPS for 10 or less can be made online at www.maxinesonshine.com We are available for large parties, special events (rehearsal dinners, receptions, showers, birthdays, & corporate events), etc. Please Note: We do not have children's menus, room for strollers, or seating for children. We used to be kids! And kind of still are. But our space is small. And from our music to sometimes the artwork we have displayed, to the experience our fans expect at dinner, we aren't the best choice for dinner with the kids. Children under 7 after 7 are not allowed on Friday and Saturday to help provide the environment our patrons are looking for on date nights, anniversaries, and all of the occasions where Orlando has chosen Maxine's for their sexy, comfortable, delicious night out. Thank you!

06/07/2026

Join us every Sunday for live music from 11 AM until 2 PM at Maxines On Shine! We have seriously some of the best local musicians in town stopping by to say hello to our guests!

Maxines On shine is very proud to be involved with Orlando Weekly Bite 30 orlando program
06/06/2026

Maxines On shine is very proud to be involved with Orlando Weekly Bite 30 orlando program

Orlando Weekly‘s Bite30 initiative is back and will run June 1 through July 13, with over 40 Central Florida restaurants offering multi-course prix fixe dinners for $38, and all you need to do is saddle up and ask for the Bite30 menu.

https://orlandoshine.com/bite30-is-back-with-38-three-course-dinners-through-july-13/

Maxine thought she had an IQ of 140. But apparently not. She could only find four and she needs help finding the fifth o...
06/06/2026

Maxine thought she had an IQ of 140. But apparently not. She could only find four and she needs help finding the fifth one because it’s driving her crazy!
So, we have the Eye, the earring, the collarbone, and the button, what is the fifth one?

We love our Thornton Park Neighbors and neighborhood! Look at how caring and hardworking all these small businesses are...
06/06/2026

We love our Thornton Park Neighbors and neighborhood! Look at how caring and hardworking all these small businesses are! Thank you to have been nominated for so many awards!

THE BEST OF Orlando Weekly 2026 VOTING IS OPEN! We're so excited to have SO MANY nominees from TPD! Show some love for our favorite local businesses and community champions! ❤️

Vote here: https://vote.orlandoweekly.com/

⭐ Suggested Votes ⭐

Arts & Entertainment Category:
Best Local Drag Event: Communion at The Dust and/or Drag Brunch at Outpost Neighborhood Tavern
Best Local Graphic Artist or Design Agency: REMIXED
Best Recurring Arts Nights: Thornton Park District 2nd Thursday Wine & Art Walk :)
Best Theater Space and Best Event Space: The Abbey

City Life Category:
Best Event Venue: The Abbey
Best Kept Secret in Orlando and Best Small Business: Kaleidoscope Thornton Park
Best Local Mural: Lulu The Cat at The Falcon
Best Neighborhood to Drink, Eat, and Live In: Thornton Park ;)
Best Pop-up Market: Orlando Local Makers

Drinking and Nightlife Category:
Best Bar Overall, Patio, Happy Hour, Gay Bar, Restroom, Etc: Kaleidoscope Thornton Park
Best Bloody Mary: Maxine's on Shine
Best Bottled Beer Selection: The Falcon
Best Cheap Beer Deal: Kaleidoscope and/or The Falcon
Best Club Night: Crux at The Falcon
Best Neighborhood Bar: The Falcon and/or Kaleidoscope
Best New Bar: Thornton Park Pub and/or Kaleidoscope
Best Original Cocktail: Maxine's on Shine - Mak's Espresso Martini
Best Sports Bar: Cavo's Bar & Kitchen and/or Outpost Neighborhood Tavern
Best Thornton Park or South Eola Bar: D. All of the above! 😉
Best Wine Bar and Best Wine Selection: Eola Wine Company

Food & Dining Category:
Best Bar Food, Best Late Night Restaurant, Best Burger, Best Eat Gluten-free: The Classic - Thornton Park
Best Brunch: Maxine's on Shine and/or Outpost Neighborhood Tavern
Best Burger: The Classic and/or Outpost Neighborhood Tavern
Best Cheap Eats, and Best Hot Dogs: Kaleidoscope Thornton Park
Best Cheesesteak: Cavo's Bar & Kitchen
Best Downtown Restaurant: Maxine's on Shine
Best Fried Chicken: Outpost Neighborhood Tavern
Best Ice Cream: The Greenery Creamery
Best Italian Restaurant: Osteria Ester
Best Juice or Smoothies: Evergreen Juice Bar
Best Outdoor Dining: Maxine's on Shine and/or Outpost Neighborhood Tavern
Best Ramen: JINYA Ramen Bar
Best Restroom: Maxine's on Shines and/or Kaleidoscope Thornton Park
Best Southern/Soul Food Restaurant: Outpost Neighborhood Tavern
Best Sushi: The Escobar Kitchen Latin Asian Cuisine
Best Teahouse: The Tea Room Experience
Best Thornton Park or South Eola Restaurant: D. All The Above!
Best Vegetarian Dish at a Non-vegetarian Restaurant - Cauliflower Steak - Outpost Neighborhood Tavern

Health, Beauty and Wellness
Best Hair Salon: Lambs Eat Ivy Salon
Best Local Barbershop: Clean and Classy Barbershop
Best Pilates Studio: Studio Halo

Music:
Best Jazz Act: 's Jazz Trio (Every 2nd Thursday at TPD Circle)
Best Open Mic: The Falcon
Best Recording Studio: Bynx Orlando (Yep, they have a recording studio!)

Local Notables
Best Local Big Shot Who's Not an Elected Official: Lulu The Cat

Services:
Best Doggy Daycare and Best Pet Groomer: Eola Pets
Best Farmers Market: Orlando Farmers Market
Best Law Firm Overall and Best Real Estate Attorney or Law Firm:: Barry Miller Law
Best Real Estate Agent: Beatrice "Bea" Miranda, Realtor at Metro City Realty

Shopping and Retail:
Best Local Men's Clothing Store: Power Move Fabricss
Best Record Store: Bynx Orlando

Thank you!!
06/05/2026

Thank you!!

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Bite 30 is Back! And we’re very proud and excited to be involved! We have included our menu in this gallery along with s...
06/05/2026

Bite 30 is Back! And we’re very proud and excited to be involved! We have included our menu in this gallery along with some of the items that will be featured! Orlando Weekly

Live Music is happening at Maxine’s, Saturday and Sunday! Hope to see you there. When you make your reservation, please ...
06/05/2026

Live Music is happening at Maxine’s, Saturday and Sunday! Hope to see you there. When you make your reservation, please put in the notes that you are there to hear the Musician! Please go to MaxinesOnShine.com

Kirt Earhart. I am so very proud of you. You never stop believing in us! Thank you for all your hard work and dedication...
05/30/2026

Kirt Earhart. I am so very proud of you. You never stop believing in us! Thank you for all your hard work and dedication putting the team together that makes Maxine’s Shine!
Love Maxine

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Great music to accompany food,drink, service and vibe in which your happy stride will be welcomed when you step inside…a...
05/30/2026

Great music to accompany food,drink, service and vibe in which your happy stride will be welcomed when you step inside…and that ain’t no jive!

Sometimes you just have to have steak and eggs! Maxine’s on Shine even poaches my eggs! But when the door opens and Luci...
05/24/2026

Sometimes you just have to have steak and eggs! Maxine’s on Shine even poaches my eggs! But when the door opens and Lucinda is sitting outside, she can smell it and then she looks in the window & when she sees its mom, she wants to come in. We let her do that when the restaurant is about to close.

We love walk-ins but if you make a reservation at maxinesonshine.com you can let us know in the notes that you want a ta...
05/23/2026

We love walk-ins but if you make a reservation at maxinesonshine.com you can let us know in the notes that you want a table inside to be with the musicians!

05/21/2026

Thursday night, May 21, 6 PM until 9 PM. Which is also throwback Thursday 2 classic entrées and a bottle of house wine for $50 and this father daughter, duo playing guitar and piano!

Maxines On shine consistently has the BEST BLOODY MARY in Orlando!
05/17/2026

Maxines On shine consistently has the BEST BLOODY MARY in Orlando!

05/17/2026

Have you joined us for Brunch at Maxines On shine yet?

05/17/2026

Thank you to the Trio for playing at Maxine’s! It was a very extra special evening! And thank you to all of our guests, who surprised us, made reservations and we had so many walks ins! Thanks again Joe!

The Joe Fritz Trio will be playing at Maxine’s this evening from 6 PM until 9 PM! Walk-ins always welcome but reservatio...
05/16/2026

The Joe Fritz Trio will be playing at Maxine’s this evening from 6 PM until 9 PM! Walk-ins always welcome but reservations always suggested. That way you can put in the notes that you’re coming for the Music and we’ll have a table waiting for you if it’s available. MaxinesOnShine.com

If you’re coming to Maxine‘s on Shine this weekend for our Music and you make a reservation at maxinesonshine.com please...
05/16/2026

If you’re coming to Maxine‘s on Shine this weekend for our Music and you make a reservation at maxinesonshine.com please put in the notes that you would like to sit inside because you are there for the Music. Otherwise let us know if you prefer to sit outside where it’s quiet.
Walk-ins are always welcome!

05/16/2026

Even our Chef knows that Maxines On Shine has some of the best cocktails in town! Here is our very own chef Tom drinking a Manhattan!

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337 N Shine Avenue
Orlando, FL
32803

Opening Hours

Wednesday 5pm - 9pm
Thursday 5pm - 9pm
Friday 10am - 9pm
Saturday 10am - 9pm
Sunday 10am - 3pm

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