
Maxine's Chicken and Waffles
Maxine's Chicken and Waffles is an Indianapolis soul food institution named in honor of Maxine Bunnell, a hospital cook whose recipes and 30 years of culinary love form the foundation of the menu. The restaurant is best known for its jumbo chicken wings served atop signature recipe waffles and its pan-fried salmon croquettes, with complimentary cornbread and peach butter arriving at every table. Featured on Food Network, Maxine's has become a must-visit destination for visitors and locals seeking classic Southern comfort food in downtown Indianapolis.