Diner

Mirage Diner

BensonhurstBrooklyn

4.3· 1,732 reviewsOpen until 12AM
Mirage Diner — diner — in Bensonhurst — Brooklyn — NYC
Mirage Diner interior — Bensonhurst

Bensonhurst

Brooklyn

The brief

About Mirage Diner

Classic diner with an eclectic American menu including omelets, sandwiches & pizza, plus cocktails.

Health inspection

NYC DOHMH Grade A

A

Score2(lower is better)

Inspected1/5/2026

Grade A is the highest mark from NYC's Department of Health — about 90% of restaurants earn it.

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Community Rating

4.3

out of 5

1,732 community reviews

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Reviews

What diners say about Mirage Diner

15 verified Google reviews · 11 with owner responses

4.4

15 reviews

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JAY COOLLocal guide
a month ago

The Mirage diner is Jayden’s favorite place to go every weekend for breakfast we love it there we are always excited to eat at this establishment we thank you for always making him smile!!! 2 thumbs up & 5 stars

Response from the owner

Hi JAY COOL, thank you for the glowing review and for making Mirage Diner Jayden’s favorite weekend breakfast spot; we’re thrilled he loves visiting and that our team makes him smile. We appreciate your continued support and remain dedicated to great food, warm service, and a welcoming diner experience every visit. We’ll have Jayden’s favorites ready next weekend and can’t wait to make more happy memories with your family. Hope to see you again at Mirage Diner!

Sandi Y HerreraLocal guide
2 months ago

I wish ive taken a picture of the Alfredo fettuccine pasta with chicken 💯 💯 💯 ! 😍<br>I didnt even get a chance to take a picture because it looked and was so delicious! So I went straight to it !<br>Came with salad & warm bread !<br>Delicious, wholesome , excellent dinner!<br>Ill 💯 order it again!<br>Staff was very kind 💚 thank you<br>A true gem 💎 ✨️ in kings hwy 👑🙏🏼💚

Response from the owner

Sandi Y Herrera, thank you so much for your wonderful review. We're thrilled you loved the Alfredo fettuccine with chicken, and that the salad and warm bread rounded out such a delicious dinner. Our team will be delighted to hear your praise for the food and kind service, and we appreciate you calling us a gem on Kings Hwy. We can't wait to welcome you back for dinner or another visit for breakfast, lunch, or late-night dining. Hope to see you again at Mirage Diner!

Steve CLocal guide
4 months ago

Had western omelette with home fries and buttered whole wheat toast. I had iced coffee because it's iced coffee. 😁<br>Mom had LEO.<br>Sister had spinach and feta? omelette.<br>Food came fast.<br>Food was great.<br>Waiter was efficient. He had a couple of tables on this Valentine's Day.

Response from the owner

Thanks, Steve C, we're so glad you and your family enjoyed the western and spinach & feta omelettes, home fries, buttered whole wheat toast, and that classic iced coffee. It's great our team got your food out quickly and that your server took such efficient care of you on a busy Valentine's Day. We pride ourselves on great food, warm service, and a welcoming diner experience, and your kind words mean a lot. Come back soon for breakfast, lunch, or late-night bites — Hope to see you again at Mirage Diner!

Amanda G
4 months ago

⭐️ 1 Star — Disrespectful & Unacceptable<br><br>I ordered avocado toast and received plain toast with random avocado chunks, tomatoes, and hard-boiled eggs on the side (see photo). That is not avocado toast.<br><br>When I called to explain, a man named Larry (who I was told is a manager) completely lost his temper. He spoke to me in a demeaning, sexist way, repeatedly calling me “honey” and “baby.” He refused to give his name when asked.<br><br>He told me to return the food for a refund, but in person he was even worse—shoving the menu at me and saying he “doesn’t care” what avocado toast is, even after I showed standard examples. Other staff members told me he fights with them regularly.<br><br>The food was bad, but the behavior was worse. I will never return and strongly recommend avoiding Mirage Diner.

Response from the owner

Amanda,<br><br>First, thank you for bringing this to our attention. We truly appreciate the feedback.<br><br>Our “Amanda & Joyce’s Avocado Toast” was originally created at the request of a longtime guest who preferred sliced avocado, tomato, and hard-boiled egg served on the toast rather than mashed. That is the style we have traditionally prepared it in. However, we completely understand that many guests expect avocado toast to be mashed, and we recognize that this was not clearly communicated.<br><br>Because of feedback like yours, we are now offering and transitioning to a mashed avocado option as well, so guests can enjoy it the way they prefer.<br><br>More importantly, we are very concerned to hear about the way you were spoken to. Regardless of any menu misunderstanding, you should always be treated with respect. That is non-negotiable for us. We are addressing this internally.<br><br>We would truly appreciate the opportunity to make this right. If you decide to give us another chance, please ask for George, Nathan, or Peter so we can personally prepare your avocado toast exactly how you like it.<br><br>We value every guest and are committed to learning and improving.<br><br>— Mirage Diner Management

Michael Sikoutris
5 months ago

Christina the cashier is the Best! Jackie who is behind the counter is very good too.<br>Bernardo the waiter is GREAT!<br><br>If you’re looking for a true neighborhood diner, this is it. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with a welcoming atmosphere and staff that genuinely cares. The service is attentive without being rushed, and the food is exactly what you want from a great diner — fresh, comforting, and consistently delicious.<br><br>Breakfast is always on point, from perfectly cooked eggs to fluffy pancakes and great coffee. Lunch and dinner never disappoint either, with generous portions and classic dishes done right. You can tell this place has been part of the community for years, and it shows in the quality, consistency, and familiar faces.<br><br>Clean, comfortable, reliable, and welcoming — this is the kind of diner you come back to again and again. Highly recommended.

ErikLocal guide
Edited 7 months ago

Food is excellent, manny.The waiter is fantastic.The other waitstaff are extremely friendly as well.The management and owners are extremely friendly and very nice to speak with. the prices on the food are excellent.My wife and I come here sometimes.And bring our friends and family, and we always have a great time.We always eat way too much.And we love it😅<br><br>We will be back many, many more times

Response from the owner

Erik, thank you so much for the glowing review — we're thrilled Manny and the whole team made your visits so enjoyable. It means a lot that you and your wife bring friends and family, love the food, and appreciate our friendly staff and fair prices. We'll keep delivering warm service, welcoming conversation with management, and plenty of delicious food to enjoy. Please stop in again soon for breakfast, lunch, dinner or late-night dining. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon!

Jessie HarrisonLocal guide
7 months ago

This place is amazing, brings you back that old school Brooklyn feeling. The staff is very helpful,super friendly and professional.<br>The food is out of this world!<br>Manny the waiter is the best! He is truly a gentleman. The host is such a a nice guy super friendly , the manager<br><br>wonderful, the owner is extremely nice. I can't say anything bad about this place. One of my favorite foods here is the chicken noodle soup, they are so generous on the portions of food they give in a order. Come here when your hungry, go home stuffed!

Response from the owner

Jessie Harrison, thank you for the wonderful review and for sharing that old school Brooklyn feeling. We’re so glad Manny and the rest of the team made your visit special. Hearing that you loved the chicken noodle soup and our generous portions means a lot because we pride ourselves on great food, warm service, and a welcoming diner experience. Please stop by again for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or late-night comfort food and I will pass your kind words along to Manny, the host, the manager, and the owner. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon!

Annette LippmanLocal guide
8 months ago

True good quality diner food. Very busy atmosphere diner with the usual booths and tables. I had poached eggs, Canadian bacon, and toast for brunch. Brunch was very good. Our waiter was very attentive and efficient. And... free valet parking with a very friendly valet. Over all a good experience.

Response from the owner

Annette, thank you for the wonderful 5-star review — we’re delighted you enjoyed the poached eggs with Canadian bacon and toast, and that our attentive waiter and friendly valet made your brunch so enjoyable. We take pride in serving good-quality diner food with warm service in a welcoming atmosphere, and your kind words mean a lot to the team. Please come back for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, or late-night dining — we look forward to serving you again soon. Hope to see you again at Mirage Diner!

B. SaszareLocal guide
Edited 9 months ago

I wasn’t a bit impressed with this place.<br><br>Has a parking lot so that’s a bonus, but the parking lot is right off a busy road so it feels a bit unsafe to me at times.<br><br>The food is nothing special and the service is not that great. The front counter manager was watching a live sporting event with his staff on tv and was loud and unprofessional during breakfast. Typical Brooklyn.<br><br>This place has no class.

Response from the owner

Hi there , we are so sorry you were waiting around Saszare. We want you to know that your satisfaction is always our priority here are Mirage Diner. We hope you decide to give us another shot sooner than later so we can earn all 5 shinny stars from you 🙏 😉

Misty LakeLocal guide
a year ago

I have been going to this family diner for over 3 decades. The service has always been good and the food is as good as diner food can be expected and reasonably priced.

Response from the owner

Misty Lake, thank you for being a loyal guest for over three decades; we truly appreciate your continued support. We're glad our friendly service and classic diner fare have met your expectations and provided good value all these years. Maintaining great food, warm service, and a welcoming atmosphere is very important to everyone here at Mirage Diner. Please stop in soon for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or even late-night dining; we’d love to serve you again. We look forward to serving you again soon.

Lee StatLocal guide
a year ago

This food is OK for a diner. The Belgium waffles were delicious. The avocado toast would have been better with Sunnyside eggs instead of hard boiled. There is a small free parking lot. There are only 2 stalls in the bathroom. The service was excellent.

Response from the owner

Lee Stat, thank you for visiting Mirage Diner and for your thoughtful review. We're delighted you enjoyed the Belgian waffles and that our team provided excellent service. We appreciate your suggestion about sunnyside eggs on the avocado toast and will pass that along to the kitchen, and we’ve noted your comments about our facilities to help improve guest comfort. Our goal is great food, warm service, and a welcoming diner experience for every guest. Hope to see you again at Mirage Diner—we’d love to serve you breakfast soon!

Steven NechamkinLocal guide
a year ago

The diner is located in the Gravesend section of Brooklyn. It was formerly called the Townhouse diner. I have dined in or ordered takeout for many years. The diner offers various breakfast options, lunch and dinner specials. The food is prepared consistently and quickly. I like the various omelettes and pancakes for breakfast. The burger deluxe combination are always a good choice. Friendly staff that remember me and my family.

JonnyFromDeBlocLocal guide
2 years ago

This was a great experience. The food was really good. The lunch specials are reasonably priced, and the portions are perfect. The staff was great. I was there for lunch. I heard the staff going back and forth while working hard, and it brought fond memories for me as I first started serving in a Greek diner in my home town lol the manager was a great guy firm but fair. I was all nosey today. Great spot, great food, great prices, and PARKING !!!!!!!

Sony VelizLocal guide
2 years ago

The service provided by the waitress was excellent. The grilled chicken sandwich was decent, while all the other breakfast items were fantastic. The atmosphere was quiet and enjoyable. The cappuccino was particularly delightful.

Silvio The WolfLocal guide
3 years ago

Ordered from Uber Eats. The food was so fresh and delicious! Seriously, it’s some of the best diner food in the area and I’m glad I ordered. I can’t wait to order from there again. Tuna sandwich was good, cheese fries and gravy were great—they add a pinch of nutmeg to the gravy and it really takes it to a new level! Burger was tasty, curly fries were curly as heck, soup was delicious. Wish they gave more than 2 balls for a large size. Rainbow cake was too moist for me, but the roomie loved it. Thanks!

Response from the owner

Special thanks for this great feedback and review! We hope to serve you again here at Mirage Diner soon.

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