Mimi’s is one of the most beautiful restaurants in Stirling.
If you’ve ever wandered through the Arcade, you’ll have seen its cascades of flowers, and people sipping cocktails under its parasols.
Inside, there’s a pop of pink, booth seating and a cosy ambience.
Mimi’s may look stylish, but how’s the food? I headed along to find out.
What is Mimi’s like?
The eatery is celebrating its first birthday this month.
It filled the shoes of Oscar’s wine bar, which opened in 2020 and announced its closure at the start of 2024.
Since opening, Mimi’s has expanded to offer much more than brunch.
It now has a new evening menu, hosts regular events, and is set to launch afternoon tea in the coming months.
It’s a sunny Sunday morning when my friend Laura and I arrive at the restaurant.
We’re the first people to be seated, so it’s a little quiet as we begin catching up and perusing the menu.
There’s loads to choose from, with morning rolls, French toast, fried breakfasts and pastries on offer.
Our server is friendly, giving us plenty of time to decide before taking our order.
We want to order hot drinks – a latte and a matcha – but Mimi’s is out of matcha, so Laura settles on chai.
She is not disappointed when it arrives, as it’s in a lovely glass mug, topped with an edible flower.
My latte is perfectly made, with lovely foam art to top it off.
The floral cutlery matches the theme and we’re impressed by the presentation from Mimi’s already.
How were the pancake tacos?
In the mood for something sweet, Laura chooses the pancake tacos with fresh berries (£11.95).
It’s a fun twist on a classic breakfast, made using the pancake as the taco and topping it with fruits.
Buttermilk chicken or roast chorizo and crushed avocado versions of the pancake tacos are also available.
As is the case with everything at Mimi’s, the presentation is perfect.
The dish is served on a wooden tray with four compartments – one for each taco, and another for the berry coulis and thyme-infused honey.
Each pancake has a layer of Greek yoghurt, followed by grapes and raspberries, a drizzle of coulis, and edible flowers.
The fruit is fresh and vibrant, elevated by the sweet pour of honey and coulis.
Our only criticism is that the pancakes are on the denser side, though this was probably so that they’d keep their taco shape.
While it is possible to eat them with your hands, I’d advise a knife and fork to avoid a mess.
How was the eggs royale?
Eggs are my favourite thing to have for breakfast, and Mimi’s provides plenty of choice, including eggs benedict, eggs florentine and even shakshuka.
But my chosen dish is eggs royale (£12.95) with smoked Scottish salmon and hollandaise sauce.
The plate looks unique, with an edible flower and herbs adorning it.
Both poached eggs are still runny inside, while a generous helping of buttery hollandaise sauce coats the top.
Tucked underneath is the salmon, silky and smoky.
The bread is on the harder side, but, overall, this has to be one of the best breakfasts I’ve had in Stirling for a while.
The verdict
Mimi’s is great for Stirling.
It’s the sort of restaurant you’d find in Edinburgh or Glasgow, but it’s right here on our doorstep.
Most people my age love to snap a pretty picture for social media while they’re out to eat, and Mimi’s caters to that.
But it’s much more than a stylish restaurant that makes an Instagram feed look nice.
The service was great, especially given there was only one server and it soon became busy.
Each dish we tried was beautifully presented, but also tasted excellent.
The food looks too good to be true – but it isn’t.
The evening menu and the cocktails also look fantastic, so it’s safe to say I’ll be back at Mimi’s to try them in the future.
Information
Address: Stirling Arcade, Stirling, FK8 1AX
Telephone: 07883 080523
Website: Facebook
Price: £33.45 for two dishes and two hot drinks
Accessible: Yes
Dog Friendly: No
Scores:
Food: 4/5
Service: 4/5
Surrounding: 5/5
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