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Nº 109 in 553 in Colchester

Nº 1 of 4 Turkish in Colchester

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Amazing food and incredible staff

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Malachy Ross . 2025-06-01

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Very good food. Attentive staff

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Jack Kenny . 2025-05-28

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The wife and I visited Mirra at the weekend. With the kids at home, we thought we would chance a restaurant in town - and we had spotted Mirra previously. Thankfully, there was space for us, and we were seated quickly and ready to order. Feeling like we don't get this opportunity often, we splurged on some starters (pan-fried prawns and turkish pizza) and even a cocktail. For mains we played it safe, not really knowing what we would like / not like, opting for a mixed kofte and lamb skewer (and a side of chips - well everything should come with chips shouldn't it?!) All the food was really nice, and if anything, we had ordered too much as they gave us a little basket of bread at the beginning and a bowl of salad with the main. It was all very nice and the service was pretty good as well. We needed to chase up the side, as it didn't look like it was going to turn up, but came as soon as we then asked. It terms of price it was a little on higher side, especially if you start adding cocktails to the bill! The restaurant also automatically adds a service tip, which I don't normally like places doing - although thankfully on this occasion it was nice enough that I don't mind particularly! Will certainly come again, and also noticed they do some kids meal options so perhaps I could even bring the kids... maybe....

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Andrew Cartwright . 2025-05-27

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Very lovely restaurant and food is amazingly cook! My little boy loved all of it! Cocktails to die for!!

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Georgie Cross . 2025-05-25

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Even though it was my first time here, it is very nice and has a very high quality environment, there is no need to comment on the service and food, its service is great and the staff is very good, even though it was my first time here, I think it deserves these stars 🫡🫡

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Huseyin Incedal . 2025-05-25

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Great place, recommend this iskender. Staff are always attentive, Roj was great today.

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Casey Chambers . 2025-05-25

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Lovely food and lovely service! Roj made sure we had everything we needed.

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Ashleigh Farrant . 2025-05-25

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We had the best experience at Mirra! Special mention to Muammer who very hospitable, amazing vibes and attentive! Can’t wait to return :)

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Eva Warren . 2025-05-24

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Last minute dinner date, walked in without reservation greeted by an extremely friendly front of house and seated quickly, food was amazing if you’ve not been it’s a must.

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Paul Van Eyk . 2025-05-23

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The genuine taste and flavour of Istanbul!

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Razvan George . 2025-05-17

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Always amazing. Look forward to coming back!

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Sarah Tipple . 2025-05-14

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Perfect meal, great food and service. The smells are incredible.

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Luke Groves . 2025-05-14

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Really lovely restaurant, lovely food and friendly staff. If someone has a birthday let them know! 😜

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William Butterfield . 2025-05-14

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Food was lovely, staff were friendly and attentive. Would return here again if in the area. Thank you!

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Lewis Beauchamp . 2025-05-11

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Staff were friendly, attentive, and made us feel very welcome. Food was fresh, full of flavor, and served in generous portions. Drinks were a highlight cocktails were beautifully presented and tasted amazing. Space was open and filled with light, creating a comfortable setting. Even though it was busy, the atmosphere remained calm and enjoyable. Highly recommend and would definitely return!

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Florentina Brighiu . 2025-05-10

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Myself and my partners waiter had a wonderful experience today at Mirra, thanks to our waiter muammer. He was incredibly attentive, polite, and made us feel genuinely welcome from the moment we sat down. He remembered all of our requests and was extremely friendly without being overbearing. It’s rare to come across such excellent service like this, that feels both professional AND personal - muammer found that balance perfectly. Thank you muammer and the rest of your colleagues for making our anniversary such a memorable experience! Give this man a raise!

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Cheyenne Gravillis . 2025-05-09

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Great food, very attentive and friendly staff

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Brittany SG . 2025-05-05

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Great food, fantastic service every time.

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Luke Backhouse . 2025-05-03

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Outstanding food and customer service! Will forever be my favourite place

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Amy Walkinshaw . 2025-05-03

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The lamb is delicious, highly recommend!

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Louisa Fryer . 2025-04-30

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Fantastic meal with fantastic service. Perfect way to spend the evening. Highly recommend

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Connor Goodchild . 2025-04-26

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We were looking for some where to eat late on Easter Sunday and the restaurant delivered. Despite some places closing early they were able to serve us late on in the evening. All the food was good with plentiful portions. Special mention to the lamb hummus. You will leave full and happy. Staff were helpful and attentive.

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Vik Dowlul . 2025-04-21

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Wonderful Food, Good Calm Atmosphere, Very quick service, kind staff members and very attentive to your wants and needs.

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Georgina W . 2025-04-20

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Walked past this evening when one of the waitors offered us a menu despite us feeling very under dressed! A casual glance turned a maybe to a yes. Very good service. Staff are polite, well dressed and punctual. Amazing food. I can personally recommend the hellim, the sucuk and the sarma beyti.

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Procurobot . 2025-04-18

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Excellent food. The lamb shank was delicious. Special mention to the creamy garlic mushrooms. The Turkish pizza invoked memories of holidays in turkey. Would recommend 😊

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Ian R . 2025-04-17

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Food was nice, I was looking forward to a nice meal with my son, who goes uni there but a racist woman spoilt the mood, sitting there giving us death stares

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shahida raza . 2025-04-15

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First time at Mirra and honestly, it was amazing! The staff were super friendly and welcoming, which made such a difference. The food was absolutely delicious and the presentation was next level—everything looked as good as it tasted. The cocktail menu was unreal too, so many great options and each one was made perfectly. Can’t wait to come back!

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Paige S . 2025-04-13

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Good Turkish food. Great service, thank you for the surprise for my wife's birthday. I recommend!

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Krzysztof Jakubowski . 2025-04-13

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Nothing to much trouble, very friendly staff and the food was delicious.

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Cookie Caramel roblox . 2025-04-12

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Sat 5/4 Celebrating friends birthdays (as it’s seems many people were that eve by the amounts of complimentary cakes the staff brought out that eve) Good food and service. Yum cocktails and great atmosphere in the restaurant, def suited the celebrations. Thanks for a fab eve

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Justine Burrellsaward . 2025-04-09

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Hi Today I went to this Turkish restaurant with my family for lunch. The restaurant is beautiful and hygienically very clean. The staff are really nice and professional. The menu looks great the prices were not bad. The only downside which made me give 3 stars was that the food was not fresh the lamb doner was really dry and dark and not nice thank goodness there was only 2 small pieces of it on a plate. The rest of the food was also not fresh the chicken wings were like they were marinated a month ago the shish kebab and kofte kebab seemed like they were reheated. In general the food was very disappointing. I hope it was only once that happened and I hope the managers pick up on this critical issue and do not sacrifice a great business over a bit of savings over the fresh product and supplies they might make… Just to add me and all the family are suffering from upset stomach and had to visit the toilet every half an hour… What a shame… I think the food and hygiene agency needs to have a visit to this place soon before someone ends up in the hospital…

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reza ferydoonpour . 2025-04-08

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Can't believe I've not been sooner, fantastic food and great service.

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Chris Langridge . 2025-04-06

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The waitress that served me could not understand English so was struggling to take my order . I found a hair in my ood and the meat was fatty and enadable. I asked for my to be replaced by another dish and got thesame food back. Me and my friend good dodgy belly's after . Not a great experience at all, won't be going back

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Penny . 2025-04-06

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Excellent service and beautiful food. Highly recommends. Muamner was our server and made the meal even better

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Sarah Cattrall . 2025-04-05

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Both service and food was amazing! Generous portions of perfectly cooked meat and sides were also awesome. Roj was great and attentive throughout. Definitely going back for more!

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Donny Deadlight . 2025-04-05

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The food is always fantastic, the staff are friendly, attentive and very professional. It’s my favourite restaurant in Colchester City.

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David Hadley . 2025-04-04

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10% service charge wasn’t reasonable

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Cris . 2025-04-04

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Muammer was our waiter for the day and the customer service was amazing, the food was excellent and the atmosphere was great I would definitely recommend this restaurant.

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Jude kemevor . 2025-04-02

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Amazing food and service every time! Highly recommend!

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Will . 2025-03-30

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This was our first visit to Mirra and it did not disappoint. Really welcoming staff, the food was superb with lovely presentation. We were looked after by Muammer, who was very friendly and attentive and knowledgeable regarding the menu choices, nothing was too much trouble. Definitely recommend this restaurant for a night out, it had a great vibe about it, whether you're out with friends or family.

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Mel M . 2025-03-30

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Muammer was fantastic, brilliant service

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Janet Borges . 2025-03-29

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Lovely place, delicious food and great service from the team. Try this amazing place 😍😍

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Chidinma Lilian Igwebuike . 2025-03-26

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The food was fantastic, lively atmosphere and attentive kind staff. Will definitely be back.

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Fidana Boaynova . 2025-03-23

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Superb food and venue with friendly efficient staff. The set lunch option is amazing value for money

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Stig . 2025-03-14

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lovely atmosphere, fabulous food , friendly and welcoming staff such a pleasure of an experience and will definitely return 10/10 perfect! loved every minute

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Maddie N . 2025-03-14

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Superb food and great service. Would recommend

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Mathew Barrett . 2025-03-13

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Really lovely meal and great service 👍🏻

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Anthony Purdy . 2025-03-13

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Amazing fresh food and great hospitality, family feel

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Sandra Kuczynska . 2025-03-09

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Incredibly sweet service checking for allergies and handling our service. Also, that food, absolutely delicious. Thanks!

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Tyler Hutchison . 2025-03-09

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Top-notch in my opinion. Good food and wonderful Service.

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Junior Professor . 2025-03-09

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Great evening, food was perfect!

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Paulius . 2025-03-09

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Great food, great atmosphere! My favourite place to visit in Colchester !

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Kristina Vilan . 2025-03-08

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The best Turkish food I have had for a long long time, I went to marmaris this time last year and the food is on par with the fresh food there. I will definitely be coming back.

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Will Allson . 2025-03-08

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Sharing our 1 year anniversary at the place where we had our first date. Amazing atmosphere and amazing service from Perjiyan.

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Thomas Peters . 2025-03-08

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Fantastic food, wonderful atmosphere. I loved the high-end feel of the decor too. Great service from all the staff; thanks very much.

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Peter Roe . 2025-03-08

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I really loved everything The beautiful place, friendly staff, no, the following Food all prepared at the moment The bathrooms are clean and very well decorated. I loved it When I return to this city, I repeat, more than sure Thank you

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Meggy Mihova . 2025-02-26

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Went here for my parents anniversary. Staff were lovely and the food was incredible as always. Highly recommend

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smit . 2025-02-26

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We were down Colchester tonight for my father’s birthday. We went for some beers in the high street and followed the most beautiful smell. That’s where we come across this gaff. What’s place! The food was unreal and the Efes was ice cold. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend to anyone and everyone

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Maxi Wild . 2025-02-09

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Food was terrible the service was so bad when I went to the bar the bar man which his name was Ömer even told me to get out and it was my sons 22nd birthday and they were so ungrateful and they charged me so much money for 4people I paid £746.58

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Eneh Eheh . 2025-02-05

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The waiter dropped the yoghurt sauce and it went everywhere and I mean everywhere. Even on the walls.

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Nazirhussain Adam (Naz Adam) . 2025-02-04

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Too expensive, 120 pounds for a platter full of rice and some bones on the top , the environment and the service though is great

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Gio yo . 2025-01-26

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I really don't know where these good reviews are coming from. The prices are high. The portions are getting smaller every year I went. The food was so salty we could barely stomach it 😩 . Needs to be sorted .

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Aruna J . 2024-12-29

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Awful, AWFUL, shameful, terrible scammers... I'm originally Turc, this place it could be whatever but nothing related to Turkish gastronomy... Just a single dish and bottle of water, he charged me 2£ for the tea which is complementary in ALL Turkish restaurants, and the bill was 27£, even in downtown London it would not cost that... The bread was just heated by microwave, so hard after some instants... I have even vomited from such disgusting scammers 😵‍💫🤮

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Samer ALNASIR . 2024-12-12

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The food was very well presented and of good taste .. We were served by Murrer with exquisite professionalism and well manned I will surly revist

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Rupert LaForce . 2024-12-11

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Had a lovely experience at this restaurant. Mummer took great care of us, very friendly and excellent service. Very tasty food and already planning my next visit

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Nicole Joyeux . 2024-12-11

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Mummer was my host and he made my birthday celebration amazing! I would definitely recommend Mirra for your birthday celebration!

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Rianna Trim La-Force . 2024-12-11

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I visited Mirra restaurant today, and overall, it was a great experience. The food was delicious, and the atmosphere was pleasant. I’d like to give special thanks to Muammer for his exceptional service. He was very helpful with menu recommendations and provided great guidance throughout our meal. His politeness and respectfulness made the experience even more enjoyable. I truly appreciate his hard work. Thank you!

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Baktash Imamzada . 2024-12-10

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Our 2nd visit to Mirra and it didn't disappoint! Absolutely amazing staff, the best service and food is just out of this world! Great traditional atmosphere. The wonderful guy who looked after us (i think his name was Mo?) Was just amazing, couldn't do more for us, as all the other staff. Can't wait to go back 🍹🍸👏🏼

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Natalie “Chappers” Hood . 2024-12-08

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Great food, great service. Afacan and Muammer were so welcoming and super helpful.

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Banu Summers . 2024-12-06

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Always Good food and lovely atmosphere.

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Habibur Mojumder . 2024-12-04

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Food excellent ,service lovely will definitely be returning.

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Susan Wulff . 2024-12-03

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The Lamb Skewers are next level.

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paul hardy . 2024-11-23

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Spontaneous visit last night to a restaurant we have never been to. Food was really delicious the atmosphere was great with a full house for a normal Wednesday ( which tells it's own story) and Brendan ensured the service was impeccable. He was super lovely and efficient. We will be back!!!

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Sarah Allen . 2024-11-14

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Overpriced, overrated and disappointing experience. Came here last week for my daughter's 21st. We found the service to be unfriendly and unattentive, many waiters standing around doing nothing, when we left nobody opened the door or wished us goodbye. The food to be reasonable, however i paid £25 for the Mirra special and my lamb was very chewy. My daughters pornstar cocktail was £12 and was sickly sweet and unpleasant to drink. Our bill was a lot higher than we were expecting. W thought it was very overpriced and overated.

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Matthew Thomas . 2024-11-05

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I had a takeaway so can only speak for that, but what a good choice this place was! When I went to pick up my food, the staff were so welcoming and friendly, held the door open, smiled, had a little chat and it was a very nice experience. The food itself was awesome! I love my Persian food and this was top notch. The livers were divine, very nice flavour and not irony at all. The lentil soup was also great, loads of dried mint and herbs that made it very flavourful yet not too oily. The bread portion was huge to mop it up as well, which made the whole thing very filling and worth the price. I also had couscous and cacik, both classics and both very nice once again. This place is great, and hopefully I’ll be back to experience the food even fresher and in person!

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Dom Smith . 2024-11-04

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Beautiful food and the best service, we felt like royalty and would definitely go again. Worth every penny.

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Toni Jackson . 2024-10-30

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Lovely restaurant, staff were lovely and the food was delicious, I had tzatziki and chicken shish which came with rice, really really nice, want to come again for my birthday

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Charlianne Gore . 2024-10-26

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Was there last Saturday evening. Lively atmosphere for all sorts of groups. The open plan kitchen created more theatre. Above all the food was outstanding. But you need to book.

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Stuart Garner . 2024-10-12

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Good food, good service and good ambience. Would visit again.

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Neeraj Agarwal . 2024-09-30

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Amazing restaurant, with friendly service and lovely atmosphere. Food was really good. Food is all halal and very tasty. Would highly recommend a visit.

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Saaqib Asif-Jussab . 2024-09-30

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We had the weekday lunch menu which offered great value. It's a fixed price menu for starter and main course but there is still a wide choice of dishes. The food was well cooked, well presented and very tasty. Our particular favourite was the sigara borek. We also felt the wine list offered some good value options. Service was friendly and efficient and the restaurant has a nice ambience.

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L R . 2024-09-04

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Visited on Friday lunch time for the Special 2 Course Lunch Deal, great value for money, and delicious food, top notch service. Highly recommended.

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Lee Williams . 2024-09-03

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Good food and good flavours in a lively restaurant with attentive staff and a good atmosphere , pity about one very loud drunk man who was a pain and should have been told to leave as there was a 10 year olds birthday party there and his language wasn't the best but he wasn't which is why it only got 4 stars , pity really

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Adam 1 . 2024-08-24

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We enjoyed the calamari as it was done just right. The decor was nice and staff was attentive . We were looked after well by Ilios . It was a hot summer day and we were able to eat alfresco style as they had the big doors open .

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Culture5000 . 2024-08-20

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Omer our bar tender was amazing drinks were on point food was on point and service was brilliant. Highly recommended 😍

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Lu Xox . 2024-08-18

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I've eaten in a lot of restaurants Mirra has got to be one of, if not THE, most friendly! We'd never been there before but were greeted and treated like old friends, they were all just so amazing!!! We often opt for Turkish when we're away because as a vegetarian I know that there will be a large and interesting selection of vegetarian options: Mirra definitely doesn't disapoint on this one. My wife and I had a selection of half a dozen items from the small plates and appetizers section of the menu, and for us that was just about the right amount of food. We had a couple of aubergine options, some halloumi, some feta parcels.... It was all fantastic. With a combination of food and service like that, you really can't go wrong

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Andy Smart . 2024-08-15

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Fantastic place. I’ve been to mirra many times since I found them 3 years ago. The quality and standard of food is always outstanding and the staff are very friendly and helpful. Give it a try if you haven’t yet, you won’t regret it

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john xinsas . 2024-08-14

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We had a delicious lunch, the service was impeccable, food delicious and surroundings beautiful, all in all a lovely place to eat, I would definitely recommend this restaurant 😋

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Cherie Evans . 2024-08-11

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We sat upstairs lovely decor and atmosphere Super friendly staff There was 8 of us all had different starters and mains and every one was impressed with the lovely presented and more importantly super tasty food Highly recommend the octopus!! Will definitely be using this place s lot

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gjbell . 2024-08-10

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Beautiful restaurant and the food is amazing! Each time I have a cocktail it is adorned with different things, I’ve had a boat, a heart and a sunshine really insta worthy touch. The best place to eat in Colchester by miles!

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Rachel Jayne . 2024-08-08

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Uitstekende bediening erg vriendelijk en een heerlijk lunch menukaart we hebben genoten van de messe, de heerlijk verse knapperige salade en een köfte. Kortom zeker een aanrader voor een lunch. Daarnaast ook nog een verzorgd interieur

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Astrid G . 2024-08-07

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Always high-quality food, served by helpful staff. Good value for money and good seating.

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Jon Cowan . 2024-08-05

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Great Turkish Restaurant. Stylish decor, immaculately clean. Service was professional, polite and very accommodating. (Special mention for our waiter Mummer ) Only restaurant we’ve ever been to twice in one day. Lunch and dinner.

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david gradley . 2024-08-04

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Excellent food and even better coctails 🍸

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Sara Grzelak . 2024-07-31

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Food was really good but the restaurant was filthy, bits of oily food left on the chairs which has left a stain on my top that won't come out. Toilets had no toilet paper in (most of it was on the floor) the staff were so unwelcoming and two of them squared up to each other in the middle of the restaurant and had to be separated by other members of staff, which was really awkward. We tried to raise all of this when we paid the bill but the waiter wasn't interested and couldn't wait to get away from us (or at least that's how it felt).

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Emma Killick . 2024-07-28

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We came in after my sisters graduation and what a vibe! The party continued! The staff went above and beyond in welcoming us, they were so kind and a lot of fun, they had us up dancing to celebrate and brought my sister and the other graduates a surprise desert out. The food was lovely, with a large choice on the menu and the drinks were incredible with attention to detail in presentation. Would recommend and can’t wait to visit again

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Heather Barrie . 2024-07-27

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I attended a birth party here and the experience was very enjoyable atmosphere. Ozzy, Fidan and Burak made it happen. Well done Ismet for your good team. 👍

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Austin Asemota . 2024-07-21

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If you are ever in Colchester check out this place. The food delicious and service is excellent and profeßional.The staff friendly and helpful.

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Louise Al-Rudaini . 2024-07-20

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Lovely food and lovely staff, a good place to go.

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Paul Slattery . 2024-07-18

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I love it, the most delicious beer incredible atmosphere delicious food great staff absolutely satisfied the children are happy Many thanks 😃

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Lyuda Shevchenko . 2024-07-02

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