BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — People have been hungry for something new at 1081 Elmwood Avenue, the former location of Pano's. Starting November 6, food lovers can finally get a taste of Mira.
"It's been a long time coming; we've been working on this for like almost 2 years," said Manny Ocasio, one of the owners. "Seeing it in the shape it is is just super, super exciting."
Manny, his wife Gina, Brad Rowell and Caryn Dujanovich are behind the new Mediterranean spot.
"We want it to be fun, we want this to be a fun, exciting experience," he said. "Vibey, moody and a cool place to hang out."
What about the food?
"Tons of different fish, meat and vegetables which we cook over charcoal," said Ocasio. "Super fresh and delicious, and then our fresh pasta is something we're super passionate about and something we're super excited to be making."
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I tried the rigatoni as well as the mushroom dish from the grill and the concord grape sorbet, and now I understand why the reservations are booking up quickly.
"People are excited to get a table, which makes us so happy," said Gina Ocasio. "We'll have some room for walk-ins, but reservations are pretty booked up."
They're booked for most of November and into December. Mira is open Tuesdays through Saturdays for now, and will also be open on Sundays starting in the spring. On Saturdays, they'll have brunch, and no reservation is needed for that.
They also have a private event space upstairs for big dinners, parties, showers, etc. For more info and to make a reservation, click here.
