Del W.
Yelp
I recently moved from Miami to Lauderdale-by-the-Sea and was almost hesitant to try Miraggio because of its average 4-star rating. After dining here, I honestly can't understand how it has anything less than five stars. This was, without a doubt, one of the most incredible dining experiences I've ever had.
I travel often between New York, Dubai, St. Martin, Jamaica, and Mexico--and Miraggio has instantly earned a place in my top five restaurants of all time. From the moment we walked in, the service and ambiance were outstanding.
Our waitress, Emma, was attentive, kind, and went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. Marc, our waiter, was equally exceptional. I ordered the lamb chops, and while I'm not a fan of mint jelly, I asked for a different type of sauce--Marc didn't miss a beat and quickly created a light dipping sauce that elevated the flavor of the lamb even more. The lamb was tender, flavorful, and cooked to absolute perfection.
I swapped the fries for Brussels sprouts and broccoli--both were cooked just right. The Brussels sprouts were crispy and full of flavor, and the broccoli was tender without being overdone.
Although I don't usually eat desserts, we ended up ordering two. One was a pistachio-based cheesecake (I believe), and even though I'm not typically a fan of pistachio, I surprised myself by going in for not just one, but three bites. That says everything!
The atmosphere, food, and staff were so impressive that I asked to speak with the owner, Steve, just to personally let him know how amazing everything was. The quality of food and service here truly rivals that of a Michelin-star restaurant.
Miraggio exceeded every expectation. If you're in the area, don't let the 4-star average fool you--this place is an absolute gem.