Miramar

4.7

1768 Reviews

$30 and under

French

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 14 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Charming

Miramar Bistro is a traditional French bistro and the menu is always fresh and seasonal. Service is friendly and thorough and the ambiance is exceptional. The French doors open to the sidewalk patio and lend to al fresco dining both for lunch and dinner. Miramar also books parties and banquets up to 300 people.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(847) 433-1078
Website
http://miramarbistro.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Gabreil Viti
Catering
Banquets and parties are welcome. Miramar features three private party rooms that can accommodate events up to 150 people or the entire restaurant can be booked for up to 300 people.

Location
301 Waukegan Ave, Highwood, IL 60040
Area
Highwood
Cross Street
Highwood Ave
Parking details
We offer valet parking on Friday and Saturday evenings.
Public transit
Metra Train is one block from the restaurant.
Additional
Patio/Outdoor Dining

Cheese PlatterUS$14.95
w/ grapes, apples & candied walnuts
Chilled ArtichokeUS$14.50
with mustard vinaigrette
Crab CakeUS$15.25
with orange and caper aioli
CalamariUS$16.50
Served Crispy with Marinara Sauce
Escargots (Snails)US$14.25
Country Pate and Chicken Liver MousseUS$16.50
Mussels in Garlic & White Wine BrothUS$18.50
Smoked SalmonUS$15.50
w/ Traditional Garnishments
Olives, Herb MarinatedUS$9.50
Saucisson, Prosciutto, Parmesan Cheese & OlivesUS$15.75
Chicken TendersUS$13.75
with pommes frites

Soup & Salads

Onion Soup "Gratinée"US$14.50
Soup du JourUS$11.75
Bistro SaladUS$12.50
with walnut vinaigrette
Salad LyonnaiseUS$15.50
with Poached Egg, bacon & croutons
Crispy Goat CheeseUS$15.75
with beets & chopped eggs
Classic CaesarUS$14.50
- With Shrimp - AddUS$12.00
- With Chicken - AddUS$9.95
- With SteakUS$12.50
- With Salmon – AddUS$12.50
Duck Confit SaladUS$21.50
with apples, walnuts & blue cheese
Seared Ahi Tuna NicoiseUS$18.75
with walnut vinaigrette

Burgers

All served with pommes frites

Miramar BurgerUS$14.50
Miramar Burger with CheeseUS$15.50
Highwood BurgerUS$16.50
w/ Mushrooms, Bacon & Mozzarella

Fresh Shellfish

Fresh Oysters
- Half DozenUS$24.00
- Full DozenUS$48.00

Build Your Own Seafood Platter

Oysters
- eaUS$4.00
Jumbo Shrimp
- eaUS$4.00
Snow Crab Claws
- eaUS$4.00
Manila Clams
- eaUS$2.50

Pasta

Macaroni GratinUS$20.50
w/ bacon
LinguineUS$27.50
w/ clams, spinach and garlic
GnocchiUS$23.95
with tomato basil sauce

Steak Frites

Steak Classique "Maitre d'Butter"US$38.50
Steak Blue CheeseUS$38.50
Steak Black Peppercorn SauceUS$38.50

Fish

Roasted Salmon and MushroomsUS$31.95
w/ horseradish sauce
Dover Sole AlmondineUS$35.00
with french green beans
Roasted Sea ScallopsUS$32.25
with oyster mushrooms
Bouillabaisse (Seafood Soup)US$33.25
with pernod broth

Entrees

Meat

Free Range Herb Roasted ChickenUS$29.95
w/ mashed potatoes
Roasted DuckUS$32.75
with orange sauce
Lamb ShankUS$34.25
with basil whipped potatoes

Desserts

Toffee PlateUS$9.50
ProfiterolesUS$9.50
Chocolate TerrineUS$9.50
TiramisuUS$9.50
Banana Bread PuddingUS$9.50
Creme BruleeUS$9.50
Apple TartUS$9.50

What 1,768 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Chicago / Illinois
French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Miramar delights with its "outstanding food" and "attentive service," offering a genuine French bistro experience. Guests rave about the "amazing desserts" and "lovely ambiance." Whether for a family celebration or an intimate dinner, Miramar consistently delivers "incredible dining experiences," making it a "favorite spot" for many.

1,768 Reviews

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Nicole VIP
Chicago18 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first visit, and most definitely will not be our last. The service, ambiance and food were top notch! Thank you to the Miramar staff for an amazing experience!!
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matthew VIP
Chicago5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a gem! Great food, great service and doesn't feel like you are in the burbs at all...there literally is nothing bad to say about this place!
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Proachie
Chicago44 reviews
4.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
As always a good meal and good service. Gabe has well trained staff!!👏🏼👏🏼
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Jane VIP
Chicago31 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place for brunch. Many egg dishes plus specials and you can order from the standard menu. Excellent food and impeccable wait staff.
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Carol VIP
Chicago6 reviews
3.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Nice food and has the ambiance of a Paris bistro.
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Foodie
Orlando67 reviews
4.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Always good.
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KW01 VIP
Milwaukee30 reviews
3.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Love this restaurant but the tables seem to get closer and closer to each other. There is barely enough room to squeeze between them. This would definitely prevent us from returning unfortunately.
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Gerald VIP
Chicago98 reviews
4.0
Dined on 20 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent. Terrific service, good and well prepared food.
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Jane VIP
Chicago31 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
With so few fund dining restaurants opening at lunch now, it was a delight to find Mir a Mar still serving lunch. The food was excellent and the service warm and attentive. The ambience reminded me of so many small restaurants in France. You won’t be disappointed by choosing Miramar and enjoying an imaginary trip to France if even just for an hour or two. The diver sole and crème brûlée were fantastic.
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Michael VIP
Chicago32 reviews
4.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Had an outstanding time. I ordered the Crespelle from the old Gabriel's menu and it did not disappoint! Also had the Duck L'Orange which was excellent. The service was excellent as well. All in all, an outstanding experience.
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FAQs

Miramar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 433-1078.

Miramar is rated 4.7 stars by 1768 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

301 Waukegan Ave, Highwood, IL 60040

Additional information

Cross Street
Highwood Ave
Area
Highwood
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
We offer valet parking on Friday and Saturday evenings.
Public transit
Metra Train is one block from the restaurant.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Gabreil Viti
Additional
Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://miramarbistro.com/
Phone number
(847) 433-1078
Catering
Banquets and parties are welcome. Miramar features three private party rooms that can accommodate events up to 150 people or the entire restaurant can be booked for up to 300 people.

Miramar

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Appetizers

Cheese PlatterUS$14.95

Chilled ArtichokeUS$14.50

Crab CakeUS$15.25

CalamariUS$16.50

Escargots (Snails)US$14.25

Country Pate and Chicken Liver MousseUS$16.50

Mussels in Garlic & White Wine BrothUS$18.50

Smoked SalmonUS$15.50

Olives, Herb MarinatedUS$9.50

Saucisson, Prosciutto, Parmesan Cheese & OlivesUS$15.75

Chicken TendersUS$13.75

Soup & Salads

Onion Soup "Gratinée"US$14.50

Soup du JourUS$11.75

Bistro SaladUS$12.50

Salad LyonnaiseUS$15.50

Crispy Goat CheeseUS$15.75

Classic CaesarUS$14.50

Duck Confit SaladUS$21.50

Seared Ahi Tuna NicoiseUS$18.75

Burgers

Miramar BurgerUS$14.50

Miramar Burger with CheeseUS$15.50

Highwood BurgerUS$16.50

Fresh Shellfish

Fresh Oysters

Build Your Own Seafood Platter

Oysters

Jumbo Shrimp

Snow Crab Claws

Manila Clams

Pasta

Macaroni GratinUS$20.50

LinguineUS$27.50

GnocchiUS$23.95

Steak Frites

Steak Classique "Maitre d'Butter"US$38.50

Steak Blue CheeseUS$38.50

Steak Black Peppercorn SauceUS$38.50

Fish

Roasted Salmon and MushroomsUS$31.95

Dover Sole AlmondineUS$35.00

Roasted Sea ScallopsUS$32.25

Bouillabaisse (Seafood Soup)US$33.25

Entrees

Meat

Free Range Herb Roasted ChickenUS$29.95

Roasted DuckUS$32.75

Lamb ShankUS$34.25

Desserts

Toffee PlateUS$9.50

ProfiterolesUS$9.50

Chocolate TerrineUS$9.50

TiramisuUS$9.50

Banana Bread PuddingUS$9.50

Creme BruleeUS$9.50

Apple TartUS$9.50

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Miramar offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Miramar restaurant rated?

Is Miramar currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information