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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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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What a gem! This has been on my list of places to check out for a few months. My Son had a soccer game over at UIC so we decided to stop by for some after game eats. The place is very small with just one table and just enough space for about 6 people to stand comfortably. Definitely a pick up and go establishment. I ordered the jerk chicken birria tacos with rice and The Sun ordered the burger no onion with fries. Everything was made fresh to order and we were serviced pretty quickly. The birria tacos were very yummy! The consume wasn't the best I've had, but it did give the tacos a great flavor. The rice was tasty and went well with the tacos I just wish I had some beans to go with it. My son said the burger was the best he's ever had and he can't wait to go back to get another one! It's safe to say that Mimi's will now be a staple in this household! If you're in the area be sure to support this black owned business! You won't regret it! read more
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Coming from someone who really doesn't put tacos at the top half of her go-to cuisines list: I'm a fan! Picked up a couple combo orders of the birria along with some fries because I was in the area and my husband is a big tacos fan. I have to say- I'm converted. Crispy, yet chewy outer shell, perfectly seasoned, so oily (in a this-is-probably-not-healthy-but-I-dont-care way), it was perfection. And the fries were A+ of course! Would love to try out other proteins next time, and get my hands on more of those tots. read more
4 years ago
I found this place on Instagram, and have ordered at least six times. The jerk chicken birria tacos are so bomb! The ground Turkey tacos are really good as well, and I love the pineapple salsa. I don't care for the consommé, but I don't need it. I'm so grateful to have found this gem! read more
2 years ago
Came across MiMi's by chance, & it was love at first bite! Food is always made-to-order, the veggies are fresh & crunchy, including the in-house pico de gallo. They offer Italian ice which is hand mixed on location as well! Excited to hear that they're relocating nearby to a larger area with more seating, & an outdoor patio (I stalk their IG @tacosbymimi.) My go-to: taco fries/taco 'tots (your choice of protein, add jerk sauce for spice) *include all toppings, lettuce, tomato, pico de gallo, jalapeño, sour cream. My food never stands a chance make it out of my car, it's always so good I have to stop and enjoy it while en route to my next stop. read more
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Food was GOOOOOOOOD and severvice was GREAT. The quality of food was awesome and I'll DEFINITELY be back k again to try the tacos and burger. I had the broccoli chicken bowl and it was seasoned and cooked perfectly. If you're thinking about trying them TRY it and ask for the Dulla Broccoli Bowl read more
This review is going to be a contradiction but bare with me. On one hand the jerk chicken taco was delicious & quite possibly my new favorite dish in south loop. On the other hand the birria tacos & accompanying dipping sauce were FLAVORLESS. Keep in mind that I've never had a birria from any restaurant that was worth any notoriety. I don't know what I'm expecting birria to taste like but I'm officially giving up on it. The chicken taco was quite hefty so much so that I think two would suffice for any size of appetite. I also opted for the $2 addition of O.G fries (not pictured) which I must say were seasoned well. I plan on returning to try other menu items but everyone coming here should try the jerk chicken taco. read more
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This place is gold! Nice quick bite with nothing but love and flavors to keep you coming back! Not many places that keep great customer service and good vibes. My new taco spot! read more
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Mimi's is my new favorite neighborhood spot! I had the Real Deal cheeseburger, OG fries, and a chicken jerk taco. Everything was so delicious and the portion sizes are huge! The cheeseburger is easily the best burger I've had in South Loop. The jerk chicken taco had so much flavor and the fries were fresh and crispy. The customer service is also top notch. They gave me a sample of their homemade Italian ice while I waited for my food and it was sooooo fresh and delicious. I love everything about this place! Highly recommend. read more
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Amazing! Amazing! Amazing! The flavors are dynamic. Quick service. It's a small business. I wish they had more space to sit and enjoy. I find the prices reasonable for the amount of food you receive. The food is made fresh! The jerk chicken tacos and garlic fries were *rubs my tummy* delicious! read more
4 years ago
This hidden Jewel is black owned and MiMi herself takes and makes orders the establishment is small but clean I ordered the loaded tots for my friend and I got the Brocoli and a cheese burger OMG so delish it was fresh and hot and a great quantity for the amount charged . I can't wait to go back and try more items on the menu read more
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I found this place because it use to be a pizza spot that I go to for lunch and I like tacos so why not give them a try. Inside is small but nice and inviting. There was only 1 lady working and she was pretty nice. I ordered 2 chicken tacos with cheese, lettuce and pico de gallo and a order of fries. The fries are delicious. I'm not sure why I got a mix of waffle and regular fries though. The taco is pretty good. They give a good amount of chicken. The only issue I have is that they don't do ground beef which is why I settled for chicken. Overall the food and vibes were cool. I will be trying other items on the menu in the future read more
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1352 W Taylor St
Chicago, IL 60607
University Village
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What is the least busy time to visit? I'd like to avoid a long line.
I suggest ordering ahead online! I picked up an order last night around 6:30pm and there was several people waiting. But I placed my order online so I was in and out.
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