Yorktown welcomes the return of Miraggio Mediterranean Restaurant

YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y. – Miraggio Mediterranean Restaurant, a longtime favorite in town, has officially made its return. After closing its doors in 2018 following 26 successful years, the beloved eatery reopened last month in a 300-seat, fully renovated space at the Triangle Shopping Center—marking the end of a seven-year hiatus. 

Originally opened in 1992, Miraggio quickly became a community staple, celebrated for its family-style menu focused on northern Italian cuisine—now enhanced with Mediterranean influences—and its warm, welcoming atmosphere. Its closure left a noticeable void for locals who had grown up with its signature flavors and heartfelt hospitality. 

Now, Miraggio is back to serve a new generation—along with those who’ve been missing it since the day it closed. 

During the grand opening celebration on April 21, which featured a ribbon cutting ceremony, Town Supervisor Ed Lachterman said he was honored to welcome the restaurant home. A longtime customer himself, Lachterman said “it was always a place where memories were made,” adding that he and his wife “met some lifelong friend here.” 

The restaurant is owned by Par Shakiban, a longtime Westchester restaurateur, whose other ventures include Patisserie Salzburg in Rye and Medi-Bistro in White Plains. 

He told Yorktown News that he is both “honored and privileged” to be a part of the Yorktown community, which he said, “supported us for 26 years in the past” and welcomed them back “with open arms at the grand opening.”  

Since reopening its doors, Shakiban said he’s received positive feedback from customers.  

Those looking to make their way to the eatery can expect “well-seasoned entrées, high-quality and fresh ingredients, prepared in an absolutely beautiful atmosphere,” Shakiban said, adding that they also have “reasonable pricing, and cordial service.”  

Miraggio’s return has felt like a homecoming for Shakiban, who is excited for the journey ahead. 

“The opening of Miraggio restaurant has brought back many beautiful memories of the past 26 years of service to the community,” Shakiban said, adding that he prides himself on having “shared our plates with passion and love with whoever support us in this long journey. 

I remain grateful to those whose insistence to reopen Miraggio gave us the courage to undertake this project.”