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Mirra is tough to describe succinctly, but it's one of the most charming food experiences I've ever had and everyone on the staff was amazing. I recently went with a friend, I was of course late, and the host was so lovely in accommodating the delay, then I sheepishly asked if we could sit at a booth, which she immediately moved us to. The waiter came over and my friend asked "ohh can you just have the chef put together whatever dishes he/she prefers?" it was the waiter's first day, and his eyes lit up at the request. from there it was a 1.5 hr nonstop prix fixe menu of the most interesting flavors I've ever had. Highlights: 1) Chaas Aguachile, life changing 2) Tacos arabe - I'm a weirdo and dont love cheese, but they made a custom taco and my friend loved the cheesy crust on the tortilla, such bright & fresh flavors 3) Lamb biryani - we were beyond full at this point, but the presentation and aromas from this dish are worth it alone (even if I took it home as leftovers) Can't recommend this spot enough, 5/5, cheers!
I really wanted to like this place based on the reviews, concept, and the menu! The place is on the smaller side but nicely decorated and sitting at the bar means you get really intimate with everyone prepping the food. Our server was kind and really helpful walking us through the menu, and he confirmed the meat was halal as well. Like someone else mentioned, the food did come out scarily fast, although i guess all they did was put components together. I got the agua fresca and while it was cute and good, i was a little surprised to have it served in a small glass. But it was on the N/A drinks section so maybe that's why and it's not a big deal. It was forgettable tho, i actually kept forgetting i still had the drink lol. Maybe pop another lime in there or something? I also like that water was being filled from what looked like spring water bottles although it tasted like tap and i would have preferred ice water, but we were never offered any. It was hard picking what to get but i went with the vada pav breakfast sandwich. It was definitely filling enough. The vada pav in it was delicious and so was the beef wagyu bacon and the potato croquettes but unfortunately the rest of the ingredients didn't really fit? Especially the fried eggs which is all i could smell when eating and it wasn't very nice. An egg patty might have worked better with crispier bacon and a stronger layer of cheese. Fusion innovative food is hard to nail with the flavors and unfortunately this missed the mark. I was confused to see chili oil and would have much rather preferred the potatoes on the side instead of the random lettuce and dressing which is neither indian nor mexican (nor did it make sense with the sandwich flavor wise). Personally the food didn't hit for me but hopefully they can improve!
I took myself on a solo date here on a Saturday evening. I made a reservation about a week in advance. I appreciate that they seated me at a table instead of the bar, which is common with dining alone. I got the Crispy tacos, tacos arabe, and roasted beets, as they are more tapas style. All were delish. I came pretty hungry and left stuffed. I also got the marg 5. It was ok. Nothing to write home about. Server was really friendly and it was a nice ambiance. Great spot for a date or nice dinner to celebrate something.
Food: Ever since moving to Chicago from NYC I've been looking for unique restaurants and Mirra might've been the first to really meet all my expectations. All the food was so good, flavorful, and unique. The only critique I have is that the biryani was pretty salty for me but I tend to be more sensitive to that. Service: Amazing! I went for my birthday and everyone was so kind. They gave me a birthday donut but the tres leches on the dessert menu cannot be skipped! Ambiance: Overall good!
Customer service here is awesome. I had made reservations for dinner after a Cubs game. Of course, there's a rain delay so I had to cancel and was advised that my credit card would be charged $30/person for the less than 24 hours notice. I asked if they could move my reservation an hour later and they nicely did that. It was especially nice since it was prime dinner time. The food is a unique blend of flavors that meld well. We really enjoyed the crispy tacos and roasted beet salad. It was very refreshing. While the sopes were good, they were just a little too spicy for us. The lamb biryani was presented beautifully with a golden crust and was delicious, especially with the yoghurt-based sauce. The restaurant is small and the tables are fairly close together, but it works with the bar available as well. It's a lively place.
Came for an early dinner--glad I made reservations because the restaurant filled very quickly! Music is a little loud and so sometimes it was hard to hear the staff when they were describing dishes, but the space isn't cramped or overfull. Service was attentive and helpful without being obtrusive and my water glass was always full. The crispy scallop tacos? Easily one of the best things I've ever put in my mouth. I could not have imagined steak tartare on papadum, but the contrast was delicious. And the tacos arabe with lamb were a textural delight. Everything was spiced and flavored and balanced to perfection. Due note, portion sizes are small, tapas-size--except for dessert, which could have easily treated three! Very pleased, and will come back with a bigger group to try the biryani!
If you don't take risks and experiment, you'll never create amazing things. Mirra is proof of that. I went for the tasting menu because I figured it was the best way to experience as much of the menu as possible as a solo diner. That turned out to be the right call. One thing to note: this is a cocktail tasting, not just a food tasting. If you're a lightweight, proceed with caution because the drinks are very much part of the experience. What I absolutely loved was the concept. Each cocktail was paired with a bite, but they also served a small taste of the spirit featured in the cocktail. You get to understand what the spirit tastes like on its own and then see how it's transformed and layered into the finished drink. It's such a smart, educational, and genuinely fun approach. The evening started with the Aperitivo and the Chaas Aguachile Pani Puri. Using pani puri with fish is either blasphemous or genius, and honestly, I still haven't decided which. Taste-wise, though, I can't fault it. The dish was light, bright, and beautifully balanced, setting the tone for the rest of the meal. Next came the Bamboo pairing with the Beet Tostada. The beet preparation was fantastic, and the tostada itself had that perfect crisp texture. Every element worked together--the muhammara, goat cheese, and salsa macha all had their moment without overpowering one another. The Margarita pairing featured the Scallop Khavsa, and this was probably my favorite dish of the night. The flavors absolutely exploded. The scallop was perfectly cooked, and every component seemed to elevate the next. If I had to pick one standout bite from the entire experience, this would be it. The Martini with the Tacos Árabe was another great example of Mirra's creativity. The lamb was tender and packed with flavor, while the achars and accompaniments kept everything interesting. Nothing felt like it was there by accident. Then came the Old Fashioned with the Lamb Barbacoa Biryani. I'll admit I'm a bit biased here--I have a very specific love for Lucknow-style dum biryani, and everything else tends to play second fiddle in my mind. That said, the flavors were spot on. The barbacoa was generous, the presentation was spectacular, and the achar and raita were both excellent. What impressed me most was how thoughtfully every element was presented and how intentionally everything worked together. Dessert arrived with the Art of Choke cocktail and the Rasmalai Tres Leches. This was rich, indulgent, and deeply satisfying. Saffron and cardamom are a combination that's hard to mess up, but they still managed to make it feel special rather than predictable. The mango mousse and infused milks brought everything together beautifully and ended the meal on a high note. As for the cocktails themselves, they weren't just good pairings--they stood on their own. Each drink felt deliberate, layered, and distinct from the others. Rather than simply matching flavors, they created conversations between the food and the cocktails, with the spirit tastings adding an extra dimension that made the experience memorable. Kudos to everyone involved--the chef, the bar team, the servers, and whoever designed the space. The interiors are gorgeous, the service was warm and knowledgeable, and the entire concept feels incredibly well thought out. Mirra takes risks, and in this case, those risks pay off in a big way.
Sometimes, places discovered by a happy accident are the best! I'd journeyed to Le Bouchon across the street, only to discover they were closed for a private event! Looking around, I immediately saw Mirra, and decided to give it a shot. If you take nothing else from the review, let it be this: Mirra has fusion done right! It is easy to do a fusion restaurant to sell two disparate cuisines, for fear that real fusion will cause "all life as you know it stopping instantaneously and every molecule in your body exploding at the speed of light". I once visited a Mexican-Japanese fusion restaurant that had Mexican Tacos and Japanese Sushi, rather than Mexican Sushi and Japanese Tacos! Mirra is the kind of spot that makes me wish Yelp had a sixth star, for places that are all around exceptional are rare, and Mirra is one of them. Now, I like to at least pretend I know the difference between issues with technical execution and matters of personal taste. The only critiques I can levy are due to personal taste alone. Don't get me wrong, these are numerous, but "I don't like mango" (for e.g.) is not a valid reason to dock any points. I had the pleasure of eating: Chaas Aguachile, Fideo Seco, Scallop Khavsa, and the Rasmali Tres Leches. I also had the pleasure of drinking: "oof," Marg No. 6, and a Caffo Amaretto digestif. We start at the Chaas Aguachile: There is an immediate hit of bright acid notes, one that quickly fades into a savory experience. The fish is of exceptional quality, and the accents make the experience even better such as the nopales adding vegetal notes, and the fried bits (onion?) adding just enough crispness. Next comes the Fideo Seco: I can hardly complain about this being a meatless, pasta-centric dish, it is so by design. If I put my carnivorous nature aside, the dish was still superbly executed. The pasta was cooked well, the sauce was rich and flavorful, and the green added abundant earthy notes. Again, some bonus points for the accents of cheese and fried pepper(?) bits. The star of the night was the Scallop Khavsa. This dish took me back to a divine scallop dish I had at Montreal's Cadet. Scallops were of top-tier quality, the sauce was rich and flavorful enough to be eaten like soup (no surprise, since Khavsa is soup!) Peppers added some heat without going overboard, squid chicharron for some crispness, and veggies addedbrightness. Just enough heat, just enough sweet, all the savory, all the texture, 11/10, no notes. For dessert, I ordered the Rasmali Tres Leches. A rock solid dessert with a soft, moist cake which is great for lovers of mango, which unfortunately, I am not. In my opinion, the mango (or perhaps my lack of love of it), overpowered more subtle things going on, like an olive oil cake or saffron-cardamom milks. Also, while a fine dessert to share, I felt the portion was too large for one person. Now, we arrive at the drinks: The "oof" was a delightful take on an Indo-Mexican old fashioned, the Marg #6 a creative version of a margarita that didn't go overboard on the strawberries. Both, especially the OOF were strong and boozy, had savory notes, and just the right amount of sweet. Finally, the Caffo Amaretto was just that, a higher quality amaretto. An area where Mirra shines is the service. The servers work superbly as a team, and service was very friendly, attentive, and fast, especially given that the restaurant was very busy at the time. I especially want to recognize my bartender, O'Neil. One little note on service: when food is brought out, the waiter offers a quick explanation of what it is and what goes into it. However, given the speed and volume at which this is spoken in an already loud environment, it can be very hard to understand. This led to me completely missing the tortilla brought with one of the dishes. Being wrapped in napkins and set aside, I dismissed these as extra napkins rather than tasty and homemade looking tortillas! Oops. Final verdict: While it's not incorrect to say I personally did not love all the dishes at Mirra, this is due to matters of taste. I don't adore nopales, mangoes, or green pastas. However, I do adore the care, creativity, and quality that shines through in every dish, drink, and server interaction. Everything was top-notch, so much so I made a reservation to return two weeks later before I even paid my bill.
Mirra did not disappoint. We have been here for a tasting menu before (good but not the best) and this time we came in for regular dining. Drinks were on point and really bring the fusion of flavors. Every item we tried on the menu was really good. Fish of the day in tandoori marinade and prawn chaat were my personal favorites and everything I tried was delicious. Staff is wonderful and ambiance is a great for a fun dinner night. Their dessert menu is underwhelming for my taste and Margie's is always close for me :)
Brunch is delicious! I've been a few times and had the uttapam, French toast, lamb Kati roll, and huevos rancheros. They are all delicious and the mocktails are very flavorful. The fenugreek rotis are also super good.
We stopped in for brunch immediately after they opened; we didn't have a reservation, so we were seated at the bar. Our server took the time to walk us through the entire menu and explain all of the vegetarian options, which was much appreciated. I think having vegetarian items or modifications clearly marked on the menu already would be helpful. I ended up ordering the Dal Enfrijoladas ($22), and my husband had the Uttappham ($24). He enjoyed everything, but I was a bit underwhelmed. Everything was a bit pricey and somewhat lacking in flavor. My favorite part was the Ras Malai Tres Leches cake ($14). This restaurant also adds an additional 3% fee for "Small Business Health Insurance".
The food here is outstanding! The flavors and layers of Mexican and Indian spices are so well incorporated and I've never experienced something like it. So much so that i keep coming back! Being gluten free this restaurant does have ample choices on their menu but since some things may be seasonal be sure to tell the waiter and they'll brief you on what's good. My favorites have been the roasted beets, prawn chaat, lamb biryani (I eat it without the roti topping), and the seasonal fish. Mocktails are also amazing here and well crafted not just juice. I haven't tried the tasting menu yet but I look forward to the experience some time soon!
I was excited to finally get a chance to try Mirra and came by with a couple of friends for dinner. I started with the Mezcal Negroni which was tasty. I enjoyed the mezcal mango combo and it was a fairly light and refreshing drink. For food we shared the Roasted Winter Squash Chaat, Crispy Taco, Lamb Barbacoa Biryani with a Roti Seal, and Duck Carnitas. The crispy taco and duck carnitas were my favorite of the night. The crispy tacos reminded me of the seafood / ceviche tacos I've had in Mexico City and the scallops were really fresh. We added on a taco as it's 2 per order typically. The duck carnitas were great as well with pressed duck legs served with a green tomatillo sauce and tortillas. The carnitas shredded easily and I liked how crispy the outside edges were. The toasted winter squash was pretty good as well but the lamb biryani was a letdown. As one of their signature dishes, the roti seal was fun but didn't add any flavor and was pretty dry to eat. The biryani itself was bland and lamb a bit dry. There are so many great spots for biryani and this one was just ok. Unfortunately overall the food didn't really interest me. I've had better Mexican and Indian food elsewhere and the promise of fusion dishes ended up to be a letdown.
5 months ago
Space is cute (though a little tight) and the service was lovely. All our drinks and food were delicious and I highly recommend checking Mirra out. The Mirra mezze had a nice variety of flavors in the dips and salsas, the roasted beets were refreshing and rich with the muhammara and goat cheese and the guacamole was very flavorful. Raul's roti quesadilla had a solid spicy kick to them, the lamb barbacoa biryani was very good (if you like biryani get this for sure), and the tres leches was very moist and delicious. We were a little concerned about the flavor of mango mousse on it, but it worked well; the cardamom and slight citrus flavors in the cake came through quite well. It's maybe a bit more pricey than I'd prefer, but definitely worth checking out. Note that a 3% health insurance fee is added to all checks. read more
7 months ago
Delicious with interesting twists on fairly common foods. For small plates, the roasted beets, scallops and aguachile were all well-plated and full of flavor and fantastic sauces. Even the mezze was impressive its presentation - an assorted house-made, gorgeous fan of crackers - and collection of salsas & guac. For mains, the octopus did not disappoint. Its texture was a bit unexpected - denser or a bit more substantial than usual? - but not unwelcome and it worked so well on top of the creamy coconut rice, which was fabulous itself. Our server, Emma, was attentive and knowledgeable with excellent suggestions, and I wish they offered bottomless guava margaritas because those were perfection. Overall, definitely worth a visit! read more
3 months ago
I came here with my partner to celebrate for a special occasion and this place was so freaking cute! The servers were super nice and the food were really good! My favorites were the auguachile, scallop tacos, and the lamb biryani! I literally picked up the spoon and drank the remaining of the sauce in the auguachile. The scallop tacos were bursting with sweet/fresh scallops and I was able to taste each level of sauces for every bite I took. I honestly can eat like 50 of those scallop tacos and won't get tired of it. The lamb biryani was the highlight of the dinner since my partner was having fun breaking into the roti seal. The meat literally melted in our mouths and the rice was so good! The sauces on the side gave each bite a really good kick. I will literally go back just for the lamb biryani and scallop tacos. Their mocktail was really refreshing as well! Overall, this place is solid and I cannot wait to come back. I would skip on the prawn chaat because it was hard to eat and not sure it's due to the shrimp not being fresh or they overcooked it. The shells were hard to come off and I usually don't like eating the shell even if it's deep fried. read more
7 months ago
The taco omakase should be mandatory Chicago dining. Fancy, familiar, affordable, and delicious. If eating 7-10 courses of immaculately prepared tacos sounds great, than this is a dream for you. The service is amazing and everyone person in the restaurant is so kind. The space is subdued and romantic but also inviting and warm. I would do this meal weekly. Get the add on tacos! read more
4 months ago
Great service and an uncommon fusion of flavors. Definitely worth a visit! The lamb birria biryani was the highlight of the night but the tres leches cake and appetizers were also great. Our server gave us a great intro to all the dishes and offered great recommendations for drinks and wine. Overall a fun experience. read more
This place is a fusion of Indian-Mexican food. We went here to celebrate my husband's birthday but it didn't live up to our expectations. Everything is served tapas style, but for the price and quantity it just didn't fit. We ordered the crab chaat, lamb tacos and the lamb barbacoa biryani. In terms of presentation it all looked really nice. The biryani is kind of deceiving with the big clay pot but less than even half is actually filled with biryani. The lamb in the biryani was on the dry side and the lamb tacos were extremely salty. We spent close to 200 on just 3 dishes along with our two drinks if that helps in terms of pricing. read more
Mirra is a true hidden gem! As soon as I walked in, I was warmly greeted by the host. While I was waiting for my friend to arrive, multiple team members asked if I had been assisted. That shows they are focused on the guest experience. My friend and I had reservations for the chef's 5-course tasting menu. Upon being seated, Miguel enthusiastically welcomed us and, at my request, provided mocktail suggestions. I loved the Pocketful of Sunshine! Sous chef Raul was helming the kitchen tonight, and everything he served was a mouthwatering party of the senses. I simply cannot choose a favorite, but I will make special mention of the duck & mirra mole. I don't know what sorcery it is, but that duck was absolutely phenomenal, not gamey at all, and the mole was some of the best I've had. Also, the dessert course, Sabu Dana, perfectly showcased the blending of Mexican and Indian ingredients, executed in the French technique. Just, no words. I could eat an entire plate of that plantain tuille! Suggestion, try that on its own. There's a sweet aromatic nuance that you'll miss if mixed with the sauce. The only item off the tasting menu I wasn't crazy about was the king crab mussalam. The crab itself was very tasty, I just didn't feel the fennel/achar was the best complement. The sauce was too liquidy to dip the pappad in. Overall, I felt like the dish was a bit complicated. The music and ambience was lively and upbeat. The service was perfection. The passion was obvious. Now we wait for the Michelin star. read more
delicious, fun, fusion cuisine. very interesting food, some dishes were better than others but I'd definitely come back to try more of the menu. sat at the bar, the cocktail I ordered was ok. food comes quickly. started off on a very high note with the aguachile - which was amazing. I could drink it, it was perfect. next were the crispy scallop tacos - which were fun, good texture, but for me was missing something - i think a bit more citrus, a lot of the flavor was from the fenugreek roti shell. next was the charred cauliflower salad - great flavors and felt fresh and lighter, but still very substantial. last but not least - the lamb tacos - so delicious, great way to end the meal. would get these and the aguachile every time. read more
Fusion doesn't always work but we were thoroughly impressed with Mirra's Indian and Mexican flavors. The crispy tacos with scallops, curry, and smoked trout roe really are a perfect bite. The tres leches cake was also perfection. Cauliflower salad and quesadillas both super flavorful and the biryani was very hearty and fun to eat though the lamb was a touch dry. A few minor hiccups with service where they forgot to bring a cocktail and then offered to bring more salsa which never came, but overall service was quick and friendly. read more
It pains me to write a 3 star review for a restaurant that I have heard nothing but great things and have been dying to try. My friend and I made reservations for this past Sunday, and honestly, our excitement only increased because the menu items looked like they were to die for. We had decision paralysis. First off, the 'rita cocktail was delicious and well-balanced. Unfortunately, I couldn't try more than one cocktail because our server kept forgetting to bring the drink menu by. In hindsight, I guess i could have looked online. Here are all the dishes we tried: Mezze-the sauces were pretty single note. Nothing stood out. The guacamole also didn't have much depth. Crispy scallop tacos- many of the reviews raved about this item, however, flavor wise, it fell flat for us. It was underwhelming, but also there was something a bit off about the scallops themselves. Tuna moilee- the tuna was fresh and the moilee sauce had a really good flavor. We would order this again. One slight note is that the seeds were off putting Oysters- these were inedible and didn't taste right at all. It had a taste that would concern you about falling ill. We had to send them back. They were gracious enough to take them back and remove them from the bill Prawn chaat- the prawn were good, but not necessarily mind blowing. The yogurt didn't really add anything to this. Lamb tacos- now these were a must-order. The lamb was tender and full of flavor. I loved the crispy, melted cheese. Lamb biryani- while we would not normally get 2 lamb dishes, it was worth getting the biryani. This was also flavorful and the rice was perfectly cooked. I love the presentation of the breading baked over the pot. I am mixed about wanting to give Mirra a second chance. I am hoping my experience was a fluke. I look forward to seeing how the reviews progress over time. read more
Another new brunch spot to try after a successful Wicker farmers market run. Very friendly staff upon entering and we were quickly seated. So many great options to choose from. It's a Latin/Indian fusion brunch menu which made me pumped to try. Eddy was our server and was a great guy, very helpful and was able to answer all of our questions. I ended up trying the Huevos Rancheros Lababdar with Lamb Keema. By the time we ordered and started chatting our food was ready and boy were the smells amazing!Ranks as one of my top brunch dishes I've ever had. The smell of the masala was very inviting after every bite. I paired it with the Lamb Keema which brought some more richness to the dish. The housemade fenugreek roti was killer. I wish I had more!! It did have some spice with the salsa macha but it was one of those where you keep eating bite after bite it was that good! If you're ever in the area Mirra is a must! I have to stop in for dinner next. read more
1 year ago
Maybe, my expectations were too high... for the past 2 months, me (Salvadoran) and my boyfriend (Indian) had been wanting to try mirra but it's always busy. We finally snatched a reservation and were beyond excited. The food was OK. We order the mirra salad, Arab tacos, biryani and Rasmalai tres leches. Salad: 8/10 I liked it buy my boyfriend thought it was too sour for his palette. Arab tacos: 6/10 - they were whatever. I thought they needed some kind of sauce on top and lime on the side. Biryani: 5/10 - The meat was nice and tender but it was too watery and lack flavor and spices (we were about to not order it because the other reviews said something similar) . Rasmalai tres leches: 9/10 - no complains here, it was really good, but regret ordering because it took too much time to make. I understand that the kitchen was closing by the time I ordered this. Service was great. She was very attentive and explained the dishes very well. Our cups were always filled with water and the dishes were replaced with cleaned was after each course. Lots of waiting. Please consider that these dishes take time. I don't think I will be returning. read more
Such a good fusion concept! Had the lamb barbacoa dum biryani which was very tender, but not super intensely flavored - I felt like it needed the achaar on the side when I feel like it should be able to stand on its own too and the rice was a lil softer than I think it should be but overall was very yummy. I loved the sesame achaar, I would buy a jar of it from them for sure. The salsa/chutney starter was yummy, I liked all of the dips, needed more papad (but I also didn't ask for it, so that's on me). The space is cute but very cramped - it's hard to get a reservation and new so I'm sure they're trying to accommodate more people but definitely don't come with more than 1 other person. I would definitely come back to try their steak and other dishes. read more
So worth the hype! The Mexican Indian fusion is perfect! The flavors blend so well together. The vibe is warm and inviting, just like the flavors of the dishes and the service is fantastic, they gave us great recommendations for food and drinks! Definitely make a reservation, it's always packed but totally worth the wait! read more
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While Mirra offered delicious food accompanied by excellent service I felt their promise of fusion of Indian and Mexican cuisine felt slightly short. read more
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What an incredible explosion of flavors. I'm from Santa Barbara, California and I have to say, this might have been the best restaurant of 2024. I've traveled to at a lot of places and I've eaten some incredible shit along the way, but this restaurant really impressed me. The crispy scallop taco was my first bite, and let me tell you, it set the tone for the rest of the dinner. What really impressed me was how there were so many flavors, but it was never overpowering one ethnic cuisine over the other. Both the Mexican and Indian flavors blended so well. I loved that the charred cauliflower was cold, because not only did it balance the flavors, but it was a balancing of heat from spice but crunchy coldness from the cauliflower. If this opened in DTLA, Bavel, which is consistently ranked the #1 best restaurant in LA, might have a run for its money. read more
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Food - lots of flavor and spice. Scallop tacos and roti quesadillas were the table favorites. Salmon was underwhelming. Service - overly energetic but very slow. 3 hours on a Wednesday Ambiance - small setting and lively. Music was a tad too loud for the space. read more
Considering how small the menu is and having dietary restrictions, I wasn't sure how much I would like this place. I'm glad to say we really enjoyed this place! The standouts were all the appetizers. If you're a vegetarian, order the mirra mezze and the mirra salad! We loved both and enjoyed the Mexican Indian fusion blends in both these dishes. I enjoyed the roasted beets but the muhmarra spread was yogurt forward (so if you don't like the taste of yogurt, you might want to skip!) I personally don't enjoy mushrooms (which is bummer bc the veg entree option is mushroom) but I'm glad we tried the mushroom quesadilla - the cheese and roti helped with the mushrooms and the leftover mezze sauces helped dress up the quesadillas. The cocktails were delicious as well. Highly rec coming in here for a date night! read more
1 year ago
Snuck in on a weekday and sat at the bar and was eager to find out what all the buzz was about. I was blown away. Beautiful interior with tons of natural light. The bartender was friendly , super knowledgeable and was able to walk me through the menu. I had really crisp, fresh salad with bib lettuce and avocado. Then I had a perfectly cooked piece of salmon on a bed of aromatic flavorful rice. Finished the meal with a chocolate dessert that was amazing. Definitely coming back. read more
1 year ago
Mirra was beautiful- the ambiance was cozy, but chic. I loved the Indian music playing in the background- some classic bollywood tunes mixed with modern tunes- a nice touch. The service was a 10/10- the chef personally came by and explained each dish in detail. The food was a good blend of the two different cuisines, but I do think it was slightly overpriced given the small portion sizes. I would definitely recommend the quesadillas! read more
1 year ago
It's all just hype -- and unfortunately, I fell for it too. We ordered: Mirra Mezze - 3/5 Roasted Beets - 1/5 (They looked like potatoes and had zero flavor -- and I love beets.) Aubergine Steak (can't recall the exact name) - 3.5/5 The Daiquiri - 3.5/5 Overall: 2.5/5 I was so disappointed by the food that I actually created a Yelp account just to share my experience -- hopefully saving others from wasting their money. read more
I came here for dinner with some friends and it was overall a pleasant meal. The menu is designed to share, which we loved, and we tried a few different starter plates: the crispy taco, taco arabe, Laksa baked oysters, and Rasul's roti quesadillas, and split the lamb biryani, which serves 2 to 3 people, as our main course. The taco arabe and quesadillas were my favorite, and overall, the presentation was nicely executed. The lamb biryani was a bit underwhelming in terms of flavor. Again, the presentation was visually appealing, but I was expecting more depth of flavor and just wasn't getting that from the dish. We ended with dessert: a rasmalai tres leches cake, and we each got a cup of masala chai. We were surprised by how sweet both the dessert and the chai were and couldn't finish either. The chai, in particular, had a lot of sugar, and one member of our party couldn't get past a couple of sips. I would recommend trying the other dessert option, the chocolate mousse, and perhaps opting for a different after-dinner beverage if you don't have a strong sweet tooth or can't tolerate a lot of sugar. The service was very attentive and fantastic, and the ambiance is lively and inviting. This is a great place for a dinner to share and try a few different things. Overall, I'd return for the great service and unique flavors, but I'd probably skip the chai and try a different main course and dessert next time. read more
7 months ago
2 years ago
Absolutely delicious food with amazing service! It was a great vibe and the drinks were great too. Can't wait to be back here! 11/10 would recommend read more
2 years ago
Would give this a 4.5 stars. We split 4 small plates and two large for 4 people and it was more than enough food. I enjoyed most of the dishes but some were slightly missing the mark. The tacos were slightly burnt, some dishes were a little salty. The biryani was definitely my fav. I liked the mix of Indian and Mexican food! Service was really good. read more
2 years ago
I was excited to see this open in my neighborhood. The ambiance is hip and the food is unique. Mexican Indian fusion is something I've never tried before. Everything we ordered was delicious. There are smaller plates and large. Between two people, we got 3 dishes and we were stuffed. I think if you go here you have to try the lamb Biryani. The presentation of it is fun and it tastes wonderful. The beers were surprisingly good! Will return! read more
9 months ago
An upscale Indian Mexican fusion, Mirra delivers on their promise of flavor with their creative menu. The dishes favors seafood with offerings including scallop tacos, soft shell crab chaat, oysters, and grilled salmon - which no complaints as a big seafood lover myself. Each dish was served tapas style, which can be a hit or miss depending on the person. On one hand, I appreciated being able to sample more of the menu without the risk of getting extremely full. However, I wish the portions were larger to match the price point. read more
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