Monica M.
Yelp
Upon entering the restaurant around 9pm, a departing patron shared that he had arrived at 7 when they opened, and I wondered if I should have made a reservation. Viewing interactions between patrons and staff while we briefly waited for a table conveyed the notion that this restaurant has a loyal following. Mimi's does not have to solicit customers off the street; customers find this gem at the end of a dark alley (with help, if necessary, from a sign on the street pointing the way) because they want the five star experience at a three star price. And that is what we got. To be fair, I did not make the best choice in my entree. For best results, ask for recommendations. The experience on the whole was wonderful. The eggplant parmesan appetizer was a delight, for only €3. The rum cake, with a fresh soaking of rum, was spectacular. But the best part was the service, which gives one the feeling that Mimi's is not just a fine dining establishment but la mia famiglia. Upon taking leave, one may wonder whether a kiss on both cheeks is in order, or just a simple hug. I did neither but returned to the dark alley with the warm glow--not just from rum cake--of having been attended to lovingly and knowing that I must visit here again. A gratuity of 15% was added to the check, and there was no cover charge.