I was very disappointed to find out that my daughter and her friends were asked to leave this place tonight after being attacked by a drunk customer. The owners instead of asking the loud mouthed, obnoxious, drunk 40+ year old woman who was verbally attacking my daughter and her friends for no reason, to leave the establishment thought it was wiser to keep excepting her green dollar as the night grew, and told my daughter and her friends that they could not serve them any more and that they should pay the tab and leave. At no time did the owner ask the girls if they were ok and if there was anything that they could do for them. Bring the good kind girls that they were they paid their tab and left mortified as the whole restaurant stared at them as if they were wrong. I can't believe how mistreated they were! This is horrible! read more

Ate outside and was joined by bees. I had the turkey ham crepe. Was good. But, when going to pay, rude staff members decided to speak in their language while I was in front of them. They were a little snooty I would say. Was it me you were speaking of?Also, Chicken wrap looked great but the chicken was hard. Fresh veggies it seemed. Nice environment but I doubt I'd go again. Customer service is extremely important. read more

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I'll give this a solid two stars and only because it's nice to sit outside and a lot of parking space,besides that the service sucks!. A friend and i went to grab coffee and hang out for a little. The coffee came fast but it wasn't all that for $5. Our waiter was always disappearing and no where to be found and he never came by the table to check on us. Few hours later i wanted a coke and my friend wanted a water, literally took about 45 min for him to bring it to our table. I asked a waitress prior and she had a disgusting attitude. I just don't understand that if you don't like your job then why are you working??. A lot of snobby people work here and have no reason to act like that. The people next to us ordered 5 whole meals and still got served their food before we got two drinks. I would love to come back but not with those attitudes. read more

Terrible service. Fucking ass overall, Cecvapi tasted like it came straight from cow shit and they nutted In the kajmak, the service was terrible and for the manager to "not be in" very unprofessional never coming back. The waitress was very uncooperative with our requests, I had to repeat the same thing 5 times until she finally accommodated anything I asked for. NEVER COMING BACK read more

Think of this as 3.5 stars, rounded up thanks to a friendly server. In town visiting my family for the holiday, we decided to check out Cafe Mirage again since it's been a few years (not to be confused with the Mirage restaurant in the hotel on Irving Park Road). The menu is a bit different than it was a couple years ago, so we didn't know quite what to expect. One thing I will say right off the bat: I recommend you eat indoors. We sat outside because the weather was nice... and it's loud as hell out there. First of all, Lawrence Avenue is a fairly busy street here, and the restaurant is also in the shadow (literally) of I-294. There's a wall to reduce the interstate noise, but it still doesn't completely block it out. However, the real problem is the proximity to O'Hare. While I'm sure it's convenient for people who want to grab a quick Bulgarian-type meal before flying out, the frequent planes flying low overhead are a little unpleasant. We had 33 planes (yes, I counted) fly overhead while we were there. Not the restaurant's fault of course, but the point is it kinda runs the atmosphere eating outdoors. Our server (a really big guy whose name I unfortunately can't recall) was attentive and friendly, so either we lucked out or the quality of service has improved since some of the other reviews. He checked on us frequently to make sure we didn't need anything, but not so frequently as to be annoying. We began with drinks. I had a Miami Vice (which is basically a piña colada and a strawberry daiquiri mixed together) and that was pretty decent, though not particularly strong. The bread rolls were quite good, as was the fried cheese appetizer. You only get 4 pieces, but they're pretty big and they are fried to perfection. My main course was a Mirage special, which is a bunch of different kinds of meat and sausage with one side dish (mine came with veggies). It was not amazing, but pretty decent and reasonably priced. And there was so much I couldn't finish it all (and I'm a big guy with a large appetite). Cafe Mirage isn't an amazing restaurant that you will remember forever, but it's not bad. The location is convenient for travelers, but that also ruins the atmosphere outdoors. I highly recommend you eat inside unless you like planes flying low overhead every 2 or 3 minutes. read more

Amazingly fresh food with all of the Balkan favorites. Everything tastes like homemade and fresh. Most importantly you can not beat the prices for both food and liquor. The staff is amazing and there is great people that work here. For anyone that hasnt been at Cafe Mirage, you should visit and enjoy the delightful experience. I've been coming here for the last 5 years and it is amazing. Lastly, in the summer Cafe Mirage hosts Balkan events and live music. Its a great spot to enjoy some nice food and drinks. read more

Good food , nice place, but; Totally disinterested, lackadaisical staff in an almost empty restaurant at lunchtime. More interested in their cellphones than customers. I Will not return. read more

Great food and huge portions! Great service, very friendly. Quiet little place, cozy, clean

Worst service ever!!!!! Waited for food 90mins! You are Not able to catch the waitress

A friend and I grabbed breakfast before our flight out of O'Hare. This place is close and easily accessible to the airport, and it was quiet for a Sunday morning. Our server was friendly and attentive. Cafe Mirage is certainly more a lunch and dinner joint. I had an egg white omelet. The beef prosciutto was crispy and went well with the fresh mozzarella, but it would have been better with scrambled eggs instead of the omelet. My friend ordered scrambled eggs with bacon, but the bacon wasn't cooked well done (so ask for it crispy). We also shared a special - this beautifully sweet and crispy dough served with Feta, ham, and honey. Best thing we had along with two wonderfully tasty cappuccinos. All in all, not a bad place for a good price. read more

My coworkers took me here for my birthday lunch since it was a gorgeous day. We wanted to be at a place we could eat outside and enjoy the warm weather. This Bulgarian restaurant has the plastic grass umbrellas and large outdoor patio furniture that is quite appealing to those looking to enjoy a meal outdoors. There are a lot of foreigners, probably Bulgarians that frequent this spot, and I think we were the only minorities there. Our waitress barely spoke English, but was able to understand what we were ordering. We were able to pick any table we wanted. I wish I had tried the shake or other coffee colored drink that I saw other people being served. We had the Combination Appetizer plate, full of fried stuff - mushrooms, zuccini, onion rings, and mozarella sticks. I ordered the special that day, which was the lamb. It was pretty good, kind of cold and I'm still debating if it could have been considered leftovers. The side dish of rice was kidney beans and liver was pretty good, but the salad was dry and doesn't come with any dressing or else I should have asked. The service is incredibly slow and the reason that we'd probably not come again. It didn't seem like it was that busy outside, but I guess I don't know if there were a lot of people inside or not either. It was a neat experience though, and it was really nice to be outside enjoying a meal in the sun. The parking lot is pretty small, so I'd try to go at a time when it's not busy. read more

This joint should be closed and not allowed to be taking people's money for below par service and food. Zero stars and no more that's what it deserves. Please save your money and don't be fooled. read more

Used to come here for years. This was an authentic, reasonably priced, pleasant place to go for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Just went again a few days ago and I could say I'm never going back again!! Service was terrible, waitresses rude, food was in small portions and extremely overpriced. Sad to see one of my favorite restaurants change so dramatically. Will miss the old Mirage. Good luck to the new owners but I don't see this place lasting for a long time. You're better off going elsewhere. read more

Place is nice and clean. Service little to slow but depends on the time of the day. Servers friends! Food is really good, fresh and tasty.

We discovered this place by chance, just driving by while scouting for a place to have lunch on the way home from the Rosemont Sunday Flea Market. We, too, noticed that we were the only non-Bulgarians and probably the oldest people in the place. But, who cares? It was a lovely day to sit outside, the waitress was pleasant and we received our food relatively quickly, even though the patio was fairly crowded. We ordered the fried calamari appetizer and 2 salads (it was lunch, after all). The food was very good, the portions were large and we took half our salads home. We would definitely go again. read more

Went there with my gal and her friend. She had seen it many times to work, yadda, yadda, yadda... Bulgarian based cuisine. Very original items on their menu. The service, that's where things went down hill. Rude and despot were the waitresses. No welcoming of any kind and no social conversation of any kind. Straight to the point on what we wanted. And that we were served faster by having direct attendance, no. It took forever too. And honestly no flavor. We ordered the shrimp... $9 and the chicken sesame... $9. Not worthy of going back. Aesthetically very nice, service not so. read more

I love this place. Everytime I come here I receive great service, food is awesome and prices are good too. I love their French fries with feta cheese, so yummy. I always get coffee here. They are so good. read more

Worst service possible. Not sure if it is because we are American or what but this girl was more interested in talking to friends than giving us good service. Never eating here again. Food is terrible. read more

Very cool restaurant you can sit out side enjoy the weather when is nice out. The noise is a little to loud because of the planes but what do you expect it is by the airport. Yes when is a lot of people you need to wait a little longer to get service but if you have nothing else to do you can wait. Beer and drinks very good didn't eat here so don't know about the food hope is good. Other than that pretty cool spot to hang out. read more

oh man.... this place is something for sure, but not something i like. The outside patio is big and nice, but not sure how is allowed for the people to smoke at the table.. so the guy at the next table made my lunch smell terrible and so did i after eating. i had salmon and it was ok nothing special, vegetables were frozen then steamed, pretty bland also rice that looked like thin spaghetti and it was way overcooked !!! will not be back ohh wait... we waited for the menus for about 15 minutes...!!! talking about service here! asked for an extra napkin and i never got it!!! good bye Mirage cafe! you will not see me there read more

The best Iced Cappuccino! This place has a nice European vibe. Spacious interior and lovely atmosphere. Bring your friends for a nice coffee or a Bulgarian themed dinner. read more

Great patio and they are dog friendly. Always great food , food espresso and friendly and fast service. Come back here!

Slow service. The menu is very limited. The parking lot looks busy, but it is not from restaurant customers. It is used for airport parking. Prices are not a bargain either. A good place to seat and chat with a friend. Good seating and quiet. read more

Really bad food ! It just does not taste like bulgarian ciusine on first place, but it just taste simply awfull. I am not sure how people gave those ratings with more than one star. Do not recomend to any one who wants to taste good bulgarian cuisine! read more

I was looking for a true Eastern European breakfast spot and found it. Proper breakfast and an awesome cup of coffee. Espresso was great as well. I was the only one who spoke English as their first language there. I think that's a good thing. Shows that it's authentic. I did get a bottle of Coke to go as I had an hour drive home. Service was friendly. It was a busy warm spring Saturday morning so there were lots of people to tend to but I never felt neglected. If this is what you're seeking, I think you'll really like it. read more

Food is okay, at best, but the service is pretty awful. Every time I come here, it's the same story; wait an eternity to get your food, and then you're ignored the rest of your time here. It has a potential to be a nice chill place, but they need to hire some better personnel. read more

We come here a couple times a month, usually for coffee and occasionally lunch. The stars are for food which is usually excellent, when it FINALLY comes out. Operations and wait staff attentiveness are pathetic. Entree comes out before appetizers and appetizers arrive before drinks and if more than 2 people at the table, rarely will you all get a meal/drinks at the same time (5-10 min apart, per each item) Getting the check & turning the table must be the lowest concern because you have to ask at least twice to get it. As said, food is very good & my wife is BG so I'm sure we'll be back for another 2 hour lunch. Looking forward to the day when 'under new management' is on a banner out front & wait staff are trained by someone qualified to run a restaurant. read more

DELICIOUS FOOD and fast service. Very clean and love the outdoor patio during summer time. Great for parties, watching a game or just eating out. Parking is busier on weekends ( like most places ) but there's always room for more. My husband and I love coming here. It's a little of everything and I highly recommend this place. read more

Good atmosphere, newly renovated. Outside patio is great for summer. Got to try the grilled salmon-one of the best I have ever had. Also came with a pretty amazing dill(?) tartar sauce. :) Service was fast, no complaints! read more

Great food.The service is so slow.The waitress looks like she hates everything on this planet.

Great outside patio, this cafe has a nice european feel to it. Service was ok, foos was pretty good, however i do want to point out that the airplane noise can be a bit too much at times since they are flying literarly on top of you head read more

Service disaster. We were a group of eight. It was early on a Sunday evening. We ordered two each of three kinds of appetizers. Someone else in the group did that ordering and I have no idea what the names of the dishes were. But the taste was great and fortunately the quantity was more than adequate. At the end of the evening that was all I had for dinner. I had eaten here before as a couple of others had. So, without reservation I recommended the "Spindle". For this dish they take a piece of chicken or pork and wrap it around other stuff including a pickle and deep fry it. It sounds bizarre but was very tasty in previous visits. A lot of people - but not all - in our group ordered this. Dinners came out in a few spurts - two or three now and two or three later. Of course we who were waiting (and waiting and waiting) encouraged those who had been served to start eating. And they did. Five out of eight had been served (over a period of twenty minutes or so) and the woman to my right got her food - a pork spindle with mashed potatoes. I saw the waitress and said, "Two of us are still waiting." She looked our way. The woman to my left said, "I ordered the Shish-KaBob." The waitress said, "Oh, I forgot." and ran toward the kitchen. Later the waitress came to our table with a plate with a spindle and rice. And looked around. I said I ordered mashed potatoes. She turned away from me and I shouted, "But I will take it with rice!" She said, "No, I will get mashed potatoes." and she left. A little later the waitress brought the Shish-Ka-Bob to the woman on my left. Everyone else at the table was finished with their food. In five minutes the waitress brought out my plate. The spindle was looking very tired. It had spent an hour under the heat lamp. But the mashed potatoes were looking really fresh and hot. I took one of the take-home boxes that were going around the table and asked the waitress to get the manager. When the manager arrived and I explained the problem she asked, "Can I get you something else?" Sure! I did take the spindle home. What is the fix for a deep fried spindle that spent an hour under a heat lamp? Do you suppose a steam bath might make it edible? I hate to waste food and I will try. read more

I would not suggest eating at this restaurant. Service is terrible. Food is poor at best . Chicken was dry. Vegetable rice was rice with canned peas. Waited 15 min for check. read more

Had a late dinner at Cafe Mirage last night. The only positive thing that I can say about the experience is that their outdoor patio was decent with good lighting. The rest of the experience was absolutely horrible and I'll never return. The food was adequate, but I was brought the wrong dish. The service was about as bad as I've ever had. Just horrible. read more

Don't recommend this place to anyone. Food very mediocre and service was terrible. Ignored by 6 waitresses. Everyone smoking on the patio.

I came here just for burek and the waitress told us that they were out. Ruined it for me.

Excellent place to eat, we ate outside & had excellent service (Did not have wait for someone to serve us), excellent waitress! ! Very busy place with DJ playing good fun music. read more

I don't like leaving a poor review, but this was not a good meal. Ambiance and setting is fine, just not great food.

I had a great experience and dinner with our wait staff member Teodora. She was so nice, prompt. I liked the way she allowed us to eat each course leisurely and enjoy each plate. Thank you Teodora! read more

Place is cheesy, service is bad, but the food is really good and they have a lot of parking and a great out door patio, cheap prices and sometimes good looking girls and nice cars read more