Maynard
Azucar Tapas Bar

Azucar Tapas Bar

51 Main StMA 017542507, Maynard, United States

Cafés • Tapas • Seafood • Spanish


"This restaurant needs a lot of help. First of all, the atmosphere could definitely be spruced up. Candles on all the tables were really cute and could have added to the atmosphere, but none of them were lit. Tables were haphazardly put together and felt like they came from The Halfway Cafe. A tapas restaurant should have a cozy atmosphere and this one just doesn't have it. The food was horrible. I can't describe how badly it was. We ordered the garlic shrimp which came out faster than our drinks (which were watered down) could be served to us. It was cold, which makes you wonder if it had been sitting around for someone else and they just decided to give it to us. The calamari looked, smelled, and tasted as if it came from the freezer section of a grocery store. The dipping sauce accompanying it appeared to be some sort of salad dressing. Terrible! The brussel sprouts were flavorless and mushy. Dates wrapped in bacon is a staple for a tapas restaurant. The dates should be sweet, warm and chewy with the bacon crispy and salty surrounding the date. The version at Azucar was chewy, flavorless, and just sad. Lastly, the patatas bravas, another signature dish for a tapas restaurant fell short. Again, the potatoes felt like they came from a bag of frozen potatoes. These did arrive hot to our table and the sauce was passable. Lastly, while the service was friendly, they needed a little help here too. As I mentioned earlier, the dishes started coming out of the kitchen before our drinks even arrived. Tapas should be timed to come out in waves. Not all the food piled on your table at once. The runner had no place to put all the food at one point and she uncomfortable piled them anywhere she could. The wait staff and kitchen should be trained to time the dishes so that everything is not on the table at once. It felt rushed on top of everything else. Azucar is not worth the price they charge and is a joke of a tapas restaurant. I'd advise going anywhere else."

Willy's Phillys

Willy's Phillys

45 Main St, Maynard, MA, 01754, United States

Steak • American • Fast Food • Sandwiches


"Since it was one of the first nicer days of Spring (grey and high 60's), my husband and I decided to take a drive on his lunch break and pick up some lunch on the drive. I mentioned Wendy's and found one out in Maynard. My husband checked Yelp for Maynard and Willy's sounded like a much more fun plan. We made the 40 minute drive and easily found parking out front. Cheese steaks are 2 sizes although the large is only a dollar more. It doesn't matter which additions you add to the basic cheese steak, all are the same price. This really simplified the ordering process. It was about 1:00 and it was still pretty busy. The one super nice man behind the counter took our order and it took around 15 minutes until we got our sandwiches. We didn't mind because he was so pleasant and the place was cute. The cheese steaks were probably the best ones we have had outside of Philadelphia. The roll was light and didn't overwhelm the meat. My husband was excited to see cheese whiz as a choice and I got the provolone. I also got mushrooms which SO delicious that I wished there had been a few more. Next time I'll ask for extra mushrooms! As an aside, I saw that he has a Pearl Black Pastrami sandwich on the menu. I didn't try it but that is probably the best pastrami in the area and tastes like the NYC deli pastrami. I'm coming back but it is going to be hard choosing between the cheese steak and the pastrami sandwich."

Pizza Express

Pizza Express

62 Main St, Maynard, MA, 01754, United States

Pizza • Lunch • Cheese • Sandwiches


"Pizza Express is a fantastic pizza restaurant located in the heart of Maynard that has been serving delicious pizzas since 1989. This cozy spot sits in the middle of downtown, making it an ideal spot for pizza lovers in the area. The restaurant is known for its scrumptious menu items, including the steak fries, Buffalo Chicken Pizza, and grilled chicken salad, which are some of the most popular dishes among the customers. One of the most remarkable aspects of Pizza Express is its commitment to using only the freshest and highest quality ingredients in its menu items. Everything from the sub meats to the pizza toppings, tomatoes, and lettuce is cut and cooked by hand, ensuring that each dish is made to perfection. The salads are made fresh daily, and so is the pizza dough, which adds to the exceptional taste of each item on the menu. The owner and employees of Pizza Express are always kind and welcoming, creating a pleasant atmosphere for customers to enjoy their meals. Whether you are a regular or a first-time customer, the staff at Pizza Express is always eager to make your dining experience a memorable one. In summary, Pizza Express is an outstanding pizza restaurant that offers high-quality, handcrafted menu items made with fresh ingredients. The staff is friendly, and the atmosphere is cozy, making it the perfect spot for pizza lovers in Maynard. Whether you're in the mood for a classic pizza or something more unique, Pizza Express is sure to impress."