The service was amazing, the food is always satisfying I've had the beef short ribs, the burgers,catfish,wings,Mac cheese ETC. everything was great the back patio is a warm and cozy area to eat and drink at and chill. read more

We were in town visiting the Obama Center, and my friend came across Mimi's Craft Kitchen on TikTok. Let me just say, I am so glad we decided to stop by! We had a party of 7 with no reservations, and they handled our group with no problem! FYI this was a Thursday around lunch time so.... We were seated quickly, the service was smooth, and everything flowed nicely from beginning to end. First off, I absolutely loved the one-page menu that looks like a placemat. Super cute and such a nice little touch! Since we had a large group, we were able to try several things on the menu. I ordered the Honey Hot Catfish with collard greens, and baby, that fish was fried JUST RIGHT! Crispy, seasoned well, and delicious! Now, let me talk about those greens because I LOVE me some good greens, and those greens did not disappoint! They were so good! My friend had the lamb chops with mashed potatoes, and those lamb chops were EVERYTHING! Our table also enjoyed the jerk tacos, dip, salmon egg rolls, corn, chicken wings, cornbread, and mac and cheese. When I tell you everything was awesome, I mean EVERYTHING! Not one complaint from our table! The drinks were amazing too We even had the opportunity to take a picture with the owner, who was so welcoming and personable. You can tell he enjoys what he does and appreciates the people who come through his doors. That made the experience even better! Overall, we truly enjoyed the food, the atmosphere, the hospitality, and the entire experience. I'm so glad TikTok led us to this little gem because it was definitely worth the stop! And to the staff, sorry for our little performance on the way out the door! We were just feeling good after that delicious meal! When the food is that good, sometimes you have to give a little show! Mimi's Craft Kitchen gets a 100/10 from me! Great food, great service, and great vibes! We will definitely be back whenever we're in town again! read more

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Sure, the food was good. However, me nor any of my friends and acquaintances will NOT be returning here. These ppl got the nerve to charge you an additional 20% service charge!! Nope this is not the typical 3% surcharge that can be removed and no this is NOT gratuity. They will not remove the service charge on top of you still having to tip the waiter/waitress 20-25%. If I knew this before coming in, I would have went to another restaurant....and they probably know this which is why it's not advertised anywhere...and if it is, it's in tiny letters so you miss it. On top of that, the menu was already expensive. If you can't pay for your overhead etc then you need a new business plan and maybe re-structure your business. I don't like writing bad reviews and I'm sorry, but Please understand that your customers are extending you the favor by coming to your restaurant. You need us, we do not need you.....There are many other soul food restaurants that don't charge this fee, that taste just as good. read more

Apparently, one visit to Mimi's wasn't enough. I had to come back just to make sure the first time wasn't a fluke. It wasn't. And if a second visit doesn't make the point clear enough, hand me a hammer and I'll nail it down for you. The food here is phenomenal. I love the quaint feel of the restaurant. It's not too big and not too small. It has the personal, welcoming feeling of a mom-and-pop spot while still being nice enough to feel like a quality date-night destination. The first time I ate here, I enjoyed the food so much that I had to order more to take home. And somehow, even the food to go was just as scrumptious. There's something special about finding a restaurant that doesn't need to be flashy or over the top to impress you. Mimi's feels comfortable, the food delivers, and after two visits, I'm already looking forward to the next one. If you have the chance, go to this place and sample the wares. You will not be disappointed. read more

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Easily one of the best meals we had in Chicago this trip. From the fried fish and salmon bites to the sides we had a flavor party going on. We had a frozen peach drink that the entire table ended up ordering. The only thing I wish was forget is the table size. They don't comfortably have space for more than 4 so we had to squeeze in. If you can get there early or order to go. read more

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I stopped by this evening at 5. I had a resy for 545 and I was greeted and seated promptly. I read previous reviews before coming in and had my eyebrows raised, but I've had this restaurant on my radar for quite awhile now, back when it was a takeout spot. So today was their day! They didn't disappoint me. Our server Jamal was really nice and made us his cousins immediately. It did take them 10-15mins for a server to stop by. With that we ordered everything at once, not knowing how long things would take. We orderd drinks, shrimp scampi, cilantro lime wings, chicken Alfredo, beef short ribs with mashed potatoes, greens, and sautéed broccoli. Everything was freshly prepared and tasted great! So why a star loss?? Because they charge 18 or 19% gratuity charge and then the server requests a tip on zelle, cashapp, etc. THAT'S ABSURD! I can't stand places like this. My standard tip is 20%. But if you add a service fee dont ask me for nothing else! Wth! Definitely enjoyed my food, but I wouldn't be regularly because of that foolishness. I'm not a petty diner either, but that's insane. I knew it from the reviews, but yeah it's distasteful. Rsise your prices if you feel you need more to pay your staff fair wages. Insane! read more

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A friend was visiting Chicago and staying nearby, so we decided to meet for dinner. I picked Mimi's after seeing the menu and reading some of the positive reviews. We walked in after 6pm on a Wednesday evening and found the restaurant bustling. Luckily, there was an available table, so we didn't have to wait. The host greeted us upon entry and seated us promptly. The restaurant is small but it was comfortable. There aren't a lot of soft surfaces to absorb sound, so the restaurant is loud. On top of that, the music was too loud so we were practically yelling at each other while looking at the menu. We considered leaving and going elsewhere because of the noise level but decided against it after the staff turned down the music at our request. Restaurant staff should remember that people don't want to dine at the club. I think my friend ordered the skillet taco dip appetizer and I shared the grand royale platter with my sister. My friend liked the appetizer. He said it was flavorful with a hint of spice. The grand royale consists of catfish, wings, macaroni & cheese, and greens. We both liked the catfish, wings, and greens. The mac & cheese left something to be desired though. We each took one bite and pushed it aside. I don't even know how to describe it. We simply didn't like it. I didn't like the corn bread either but that's because I prefer sweet corn bread. This corn bread had a spicy kick to it. My sister thought it was good so take that for what it's worth. Overall, our first experience was okay. I wasn't blown away and probably wouldn't return if given the opportunity. I've had better catfish and greens elsewhere where the music volume doesn't need to be adjusted. I believe the bill was nearly $100 just for an appetizer and one platter. My guy friend paid the bill, so I can't recall the exact amount. I do know that I tipped the waitress twenty dollars cash, which was slightly above twenty percent. read more

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Mannnnn I love Mimi's DOWN! I highly recommend making a reservation and coming here. My favorite thing is their pasta. read more

Ordered online for pick up. After watching a YouTube short about the place. It's a smaller establishment and there didn't seem to be a seat, if i had wanted to sit in. I don't know if they have reservations. So something to keep in mind. I ordered the Catfish with a side of greens and cornbread. The catfish was flavorful and cooked to order. You can ask for it hard but that's not my thing. They also have a hot honey version. The greens were good nice tang. The cornbread was dry. Had the flavor just on the dryer side. I will go back and try some other pasta dishes. read more

Sure, the food was good. However, I will NOT be returning here. These ppl got the nerve to charge you an additional 20% service charge!! Nope this is not the typical 3% surcharge that can be removed and no this is NOT gratuity. They will not remove the service charge on top of you still having to tip the waiter/waitress 20-25%. If I knew this before coming in, I would have went to another restaurant....and they probably know this which is why it's not advertised anywhere...and if it is, it's in tiny letters so you miss it. On top of that, the menu was already expensive. If you can't pay for your overhead etc then you need a new business plan and maybe re-structure your business. I don't like writing bad reviews and I'm sorry, but Please understand that your customers are extending you the favor by coming to your restaurant. You need us, we do not need you.....There are many other soul food restaurants that don't charge this fee, that taste just as good. read more

Mimi's Craft Kitchen was probably my favorite spot that we tried while visiting Chicago. Shoutout to Patron Chris (on Instagram) for putting us on. I'm not sure if it's a hidden gem or not but I haven't seen this spot mentioned on social media a lot. It is teeny tiny so MAKE A RESERVATION before you go, you may not get seated without one. First of all that frozen peach sidecar needs to be added to every menu at every restaurant in America! It was really that good! It was sweet and strong and just so tasty. My whole table enjoyed their food and it hit even better the next day when we warmed it up for leftovers. I got roasted chicken with greens and Mac and cheese. That honey mango chutney glaze (or whatever it was) was FIRE and not to mention the meat fell right off the bone! The Mac and cheese was also fire! I tasted my home girl's salmon bites, again FIRE! Not to mention the portions were huge! My only critique would be on the greens. They weren't bad but it had an after taste to me like it was possibly cooked in beef broth, so it wasn't my favorite. Definitely add this spot to the top of your list the next time you're in Chicago! read more

o happy I finally had the chance to visit this restaurant. Let me start with the short ribs, and mashed potatoes -- AMAZING. When I say the meat falls off the bone, I mean it literally falls off the bone. So much flavor, so tender, I honestly wish I had ordered extra to take home. I also really enjoyed the strawberry wings and the street corn. The corn was served in a style I've never had before, and I absolutely loved it. I'm already looking forward to my next visit. If you're craving truly delicious comfort food, this is the place for you. read more

If I could rate 0, I would. Service was beyond slow. It took 30 mins to get drinks, over an hour to get food. No organization in how they served tables. We were seated first but serviced last. I made complaint and was offered $20 off an over $130 bill. I never got the Mac and cheese that went with my food. I saw the waiter get frustrated that I was voicing my concerns and I made sure to be polite. I was with my five year old and he was hungry. They didn't care. I seen him give my Mac and cheese to another table because he was frustrated with my complaints and I had already paid bill by time it was finally ready. I felt it wasn't cool for him to take it personal when I really received horrible service. I wouldn't ever go back. read more

MiMi's Craft Kitchen - Some type of Cajun or jerk pasta. We didn't care for it. - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I visited on my daughter's birthday. I order the honey catfish with mac and cheese and collar greens. The food and service were excellent. The server was pleasant and came to the table with a smile every time. The ambiance was loud. I would suggest that the own have the TV's volume turned down. The music was so loud we had to yell in order for the person sitting next to us to be able to hear the conversation. Outside of that the experience was great. read more

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I've been a fan of Mimi's since its early days as a takeout-only spot, so it's great to see it evolve into a full dine-in experience. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, making it perfect for casual dining. The appetizer deal (2 for $22) is a great value. I tried the taco skillet and mac & cheese balls--both were flavorful and well-prepared. The elote corn was also a nice addition. For my entrée, I had the hot honey catfish with collard greens, which was outstanding--something I'd definitely order again. A special mention to one of the owners, who personally ensured my friend and I had an excellent service experience. I'll absolutely be back, whether for dine-in or takeout. read more

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Let me start off by saying I loved Mimi's tacos. I've been trying to experience the new location for some time so I was excited. I went with some friends to celebrate my birthday on July 24th. The vibe & overall service was not a good experience. Our appetizers ( wings & the corn) came out separately. She definitely forgot about the corn. When reminded, she returned with corn too cold to enjoy. She returned with a fresh order that now had grated cheese that the cold order did not. The table thought that was weird. The chicken was supposed to be an order of 7 or 8, I can remember. However, what I do remember is one of the party wings wasn't even a whole wing. It was the size of a small chicken nugget. When we asked the waitress if it was supposed to be a wing she just looked at us & shrugged her shoulders like oh well. When pressed, she offered to bring something more appropriate. If the party wings were a normal size it wouldn't have been a problem, but these may have been the tiniest wings I've seen. When she approached the chef about it my friend witnessed him respond with an attitude. We were delivered food without any silverware. We asked one of the food bussers for some & he walked back to the floor twice before we had to remind him for the silverware. The food was alright , but we came for items that were no longer on the menu. We were informed that in an effort to become more upscale, items including that the tacos, salmon bites & fried cauliflower would be permanently removed from service. That's cool if that's the new direction, but you started on tacos. To eliminate those is crazy. I want to note that we were disappointed before the food came out because half of the menu wasn't available. Furthermore, serving tiny party wings doesn't really scream elevated. Will I be returning? No! Why? Because the customer service across the board wasn't worth the drive from the southwest suburbs. The waitress seemed bothered by questions about the menu as well as when we informed her of the issues with our food. Also, the vibe was loud & disturbing that night. There was a table sitting closer to the Dj who were so loud over the music & vulgar that at one point a couple of tables thought they were fighting. Not one time did the staff talk to them about lowering their volume or being respectful of the other patrons. Mind you, there were elderly & small children at tables. None of the above is indicative of elevating the environment of MiMi's. I wish I still had the picture of the chicken nugget served to us, but I deleted. I only decided to do a review at your request. read more

MiMi's Craft Kitchen - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Something is off about this place. We were visiting a nearby museum and chose it carefully as part of our outing. We went with 4 friends total, one person treating. Yay! We walked in. No welcome. No "Good afternoon." No "How are you?" Just: "Do you have a reservation?" No we didn't. So we were seated right next to the only other customers. Still, it was loud as heck. The place is echoey. Ok, fine. Let's order. We order and then find out that what we are ordering is not on the menu anymore, or they are out of it. Hmm. Why not let us know BEFORE we order or cross it off the menu? We order again. Not a lot of choices on the menu, by the way. The wait person was nice as a person but seemed timid. One person asked if there was vegetarian food. They said no. [But the reviews here on Yelp said there was vegan food. Not sure what the truth is, maybe we missed it on the menu.] Food arrives at all different times. That's ok. I just wish our friends would go ahead and eat and not just let their food get cold while we waited for our food. Most people liked the food ok. Each item was pretty fried or fatty. No one raved. The portions were small. A $7 side of broccoli showed up in a tiny cup, much smaller than a normal side. (Soaked in butter and very cooked.) Not horrible but mainly tasty in that way that fried things are tasty. Fat and salt are good. Pretty unhealthy. Not subtle. Not a craft kitchen. Hardly any vegetables. The place had adequate expensive food. But no warmth and no sense of humor or joy. No one seemed glad we were there, including us. read more

The food was good, the portions were good for the price and the staff was very friendly. Me and my husband will definitely be going back. read more

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Amazing. Everything was amazing. The drinks and customer service were also top tier. Fried catfish was awesome, the Mac & cheese was also good. Went for my birthday in April 2026. It's a little tight in there. I wouldn't go with a big group, but I am going back! read more

MiMi's Craft Kitchen - Oysters - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Everything was amazing from start to finish! The ambiance was beautiful and set the perfect vibe. The food was absolutely delicious, and the drinks were on point! Our server was attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed without us having to ask. We'll definitely be back! 10/10 read more

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parsley restaurant. the grand slam was good but nothing spectacular. the corn bread has an off cardboard taste to it. small, under staffed but pleasant restaurant. the servers deserve some help bussing tables read more

We arrived at 8:50 PM--well before their 10:00 PM closing time--and waited in line for 20 minutes just to be told they couldn't seat us. A large party was clearly about to leave, which would have opened up space, but they refused anyway. To make matters worse, we kindly let a couple cut ahead of us because they were just ordering takeout. When we asked if we could order takeout instead, we were told the kitchen probably couldn't cook our meal. Why advertise that you close at 10:00 PM if your cooks can't handle an order at 9:15 PM? Can't speak on the food, but based on this awful initial interaction, I would absolutely not recommend. read more

We made reservations for my birthday this weekend. I highly suggest you do that if you're coming at a busy time so that you are seated as soon as possible. Our server was nice she was very accommodating and answered all of our questions with transparency. We ordered the hot honey catfish with fries collard greens and mac & cheese. The catfish was delicious. I have my speculations on if it's swai but these "catfish" were decent. They were fried perfectly. The hot honey made the dish excellent. My mom had the mac & cheese and she said it was delicious the four cheese medley made the creaminess of it the perfect combination. Me and him had the fries and collard greens as our sides and the collard greens were very spicy but they were delicious. The fries were good too! Our drinks were top-tier. Because it was my birthday I was gifted a peach Italian ice. They make it in-house and it was delicious. I'll definitely be coming here again, keep in mind they switch out their menu every season! read more

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The food was decent and the service was wonderful. The only issue I have is the 20% service fee and telling me it's not a tip. Of course I wouldn't want to leave and not tip the young ladies that are working hard, but I can't go to a restaurant where the expectation is an additional 40% on top of my bill. I wish them the best of luck but it's a one and done for me. read more

We went here for my bestfriend and daughter birthday day. Everything was great until we got outside to the panic tables. The drinks and food came out at all different times, with the exception for tge water. Then the add a 19.5% charge that goes to the business. Not the waiter or waitress. The establishment takes the money then ask you to tip the server. Then they say it not mandatory to tip because the servers get paid more then normal serves. Don't feel bad they understand. I don't understand. If you dine outside you basically have to walk all the way to the front to use the restroom. The food was OK but not worth all the trouble to siting. Bees all over the inside. If I go back I would do take out for the blazing strawberry wings. I will pass on everything else!!! read more

The food was amazing! We ordered the Turkey Taco Dip and Kracked Korn for appetizers. The dip was so good and those nachos, hmmm! The corn was okay. My friend ordered the catfish and broccoli and I wanted the salmon bites and macaroni. They were out of the salmon bites so I didn't want anything in its place. The waitress added 2 more pieces of fish! And they were 2 BIG pieces free of charge! The server was great! He was attentive, kind, and accommodating. It is a small restaurant but in due time I'm sure that they will expand! A chef' kiss! read more

MiMi's Craft Kitchen - Fried catfish - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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The new menu here DID NOTCOMETOPLAY!!! Now the old menu still exists, but it has the new hotness mixed in with it! I got to try some of those new items and I'm definitely glad they made this menu expansion! If you come here on a weekend night BE PREPARED FOR A WAIT!!!!! What I tried : Mac n cheese balls - these things were huge! Not only is the breading really good, the mac & cheese on the inside is perfectly creamy and delicious. It is deep fried perfectly! Hot honey Homestyle catfish- Who knew that hot honey would go so well on top of the fried catfish? Now the catfish on its own is tasty and fried well, but with that hot honey drizzle on top? Anejo lime pasta - my girl tried this and got it with both the chicken and shrimp. She couldn't stop eating it. It has a citrus flavor from the lime, while you get the tequila flavor from the anejo. Midnight Martini & Blood orange mojito- not only are the drinks good, they are strong and get you right. I only needed one! They make sure you get your moneys worth; no watering down drinks in here! When you go, tell em that Bri from Planes and Plates sent you! read more

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Love the food, the service was great.Love the appetizer ( Krazy Korn) very different great taste. The hot honey catfish was very tasty. Will be back with more friends read more

First time trying the new location and it was good! There is low lighting, which makes the restaurant feel more intimate and good for a date night. They have cocktails available, and a mix of food. I tried the hot honey chicken sandwich which had a nice crisp, and the fries were very well seasoned. I would come back to try the catfish next time! Service was good and food was out quick. read more

MiMi's Craft Kitchen - Jerk chicken Loaded Jerk Chicken Tacos Fries - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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The food was pretty good. They are very expensive and has the unmitigated gall to charge an extra 20% service fee. Which no one could explain where the money goes. If it goes to the servers and staff i'm good with that. But it's my hope that the owner is not putting it in their pockets. read more

The food is always hot ,seasoned well. It's delicious. One of my favorite spots .My mom and I love the tacos and cat fish

The food was pretty good. The service was great. I had the jambalaya pasta which was really good. The music was pretty loud so if you're going there for conversation, you may not want to choose this establishment, but it has some great R&B music. read more

MiMi's Craft Kitchen - Jambalaya pasta - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Deliciousness!!! Food was wonderful. Came in time hot and tasty. Everything was on point. Drinks were really good too.

Everything was great the food cat fish the chicken wings were excellent just very small , nachos and Mexican corn. pasta wasn't bad baked chicken and shrimp scampi was ok the drinks were really good. our server was great I forgot his name. Just definitely make a reservation we went on a Friday and it was packed and but we didn't have to wait and it was 5 of us it's very small place and bring cash for the Tip no tips on the card. Overall I would give it a 8 out of 10 will definitely go back. read more

Excellent we loved the food. Hopefully next time they have the drinks available they offer. The only disappointment. Overall still a 10! read more

Mimi's has a new location that now accommodates inside and outside seating. Tried different options today. The chips and salsa were so fresh. The Birria tacos are so darn delicious and the sauce is no joke either. Each bite was better than the last. The white peach italian ice was the perfect dessert. Alot of sweetness and the consistency is smooth almost like ice cream. I haven't had anything bad from here I'm looking forward to trying more menu items. read more

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Food and drinks was amazing. The menu was as small as the place but the food fullfill your soul. The crack corn, strawberry blazing wings and nacho dip had you wanting more and more. That rum punch and margaritas the bomb. The jerk chicken pasta was too hot it took away the good taste of the pasta. The chicken has too much jerk on it. read more

Where to begin: oh lord Location: the place is extremely small.. very close seated! Food/prices The prices are ok! The catfish is not real catfish and you can tell!!! Mac and cheese is good and the chicken and greens is good! Ambiance: THE MUSIC IS SO LOUD!!! Why??? It's like a club scene with ppl singing and constantly yelling words to a rap song! You can't even hear yourself think! When the lady came to take our orders she had to point to the words on the menu because we couldn't hear each other talking... wtf??? I'm NEVER going back! My boyfriend and I were literally texting and that's how we conversed!! Change the volume of the music and I might consider going back!! read more

The Food, atmosphere music & Service was great. Will return soon! We had a party of 5 & everyone was happy with everything! read more

An added 18% surcharge if you dine in? You've got to be kidding me....what a way to price gouge! The food and service were great when they opened not the food is going downhill, the service is slow and the music is so loud you mean hardly think. Maybe the loud music is a distraction. Bye Bye Mimi's...there are far better restaurants that don't charge you to use their chairs. read more