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    MIDA

    4.2 (703 reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Bars, Noodles
    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    MUSHROOM PAPPARDELLE and MARINATED OLIVES
    Jean-Paul B.

    A small, fun Italian spot. We wanted to try a new Italian restaurant and MIDA was recommended to us by a local. The service was excellent as we were only 1 of 4 tables filled at our early time. The food was very good, but in a city full of great Italian, MIDA did not stand out. The short rib lasagna was the standout with a succulent and plentiful amount of beef and a sweet and savory tomato sauce. The chicken was very good as was the amatriciana. The mushroom pappardelle was one note. All-in-all a nice experience that we would not write home about.

    Short Rib Lasagna - Ew
    Matthew S.

    Expensive, highly disappointing high end food. I was expecting wonderful things from this restaurant and ended up paying a very expensive bill for something really lackluster. The staff is kind of curt and rude. They seem to forget that we the people have needs and values. Food is thrown at you (to your right), and it all goes downhill from there. I ordered the short rib lasagna and it looked and tasted like an Italian yodel. It is also something that tasted like something that is reheated in the microwave, and the look of something one would expect to get on a transatlantic flight to Italy. The whole thing left me angry, but one bad meal should not reflect the overall Boston Italian cuisine experience, which may be the best in the entire country (sorry New York, you have been overthrown). Stick to the North End or Rino's.

    gnocchi, focaccia, lasagna
    Lily G.

    Went for the buzz, people had been talking about it. Four of us sit down, we order mussels, gnocchi, lasagna, something else I forget, and focaccia for the table to start. The food is good. I expected my ricotta gnocchi to be as light and fluffy as the server said, it did not blow me away. I expected to really be wowed based on the $25... it did not taste better, have better service or ambience than other spots around the city for less. At these pasta-forward Italian restaurants, I always always order the gnocchi. Nothing wrong with this one, but it seems basic and overhyped. I would not order it again personally. The focaccia (9/10) was covered in cheese which was a very nice touch. It was delicious. I would absolutely order that again. My only note is if we explicitly say "for the table as an appetizer", please dont have it arrive at the same time time as the rest of the food...

    Arancini and Focaccia bread
    Carrie V.

    Had the best dinner at MIDA South End and I totally get the hype now. The vibe is super cozy but still lively. It's perfect for date night or just catching up over really good food. We started with the arancini and focaccia, both absolutely buried under a mountain of fresh parmesan (no complaints there). The focaccia was buttery and soft with that perfect crispy edge, and the arancini were golden, cheesy, and everything you want in comfort food. For mains, I got the mushroom pappardelle. The noodles were silky and the sauce had that rich, earthy flavor that makes you not want to share. It was LOADED with mushrooms. My boyfriend got the brasato al vino rosso (braised beef), and it was melt-in-your-mouth good. super tender and packed with flavor. Service was great too, friendly, helpful, and they timed everything perfectly. If you haven't been, definitely go. It's one of those places that makes you wish you ordered one more thing just so you could stay longer.

    PACCHERI BOLOGNESE
    Alex L.

    Solid place. Favorites were the mushroom pizza and bolognese, other dishes were good but nothing special. Went with a big group and they were great with it!

    Toni C.

    Went to dinner at MIDA and the experience was good, but the dish I got was the vegan dairy pasta, and it was okay but the mushroom flavor was so potent that the dish was almost hard to eat, and I love mushrooms. My sister had the gnocchi and it was amazing and my friend got the salmon and it was also good. So we liked the experience but it didn't blow my mind.

    Antonia F.

    I really liked the ambiance here. The music was great and added to the overall vibe but wasn't too loud. Service was overall friendly from the host to the waitress. Overall the food was ok. There were some hits and misses. For instance, the carrots were absolutely amazing and were complimentary due to a mix up while the gnocchi cacio e Pepe was too oily and separated too much. The Caesar salad was delicious but my husband wasn't impressed by the short rib lasagna and said it was cold and lacked flavor. I tasted it and agreed.

    PACCHERI BOLOGNESE but without broccoli. It was delicious and the service was great. I paired it with a Cabernet Sauvignon called Oderro.
    Carlos F.

    Food was amazing the service was perfect the ambiance was great. I just came by myself to get some work done while I was in town and loved it.

    Alex K.

    Third time's the charm! My first 2 visits to Mida's Eastie location didn't impress (gorg views though), but their South End spot was a winner. While the foccacia was too oily and service was subpar, the eggplant parm, olives, mushroom pasta, burrata, and almond cake were a hit! Great spot for veg options!

    Salad
    Eric M.

    I will forever think about this lasagna. You combine 2 things the beauty of short rib and the delicious layers of love with a lasagna. The twist on this classic dish is a match made in heaven, so much so that not only did we get it but it seemed every other table did too. A real crowd pleaser. The server was great he was kind, tended to us without even asking. Restaurant was modern and clean. I will definitely come back and recommend this dish to all my friends. I'm still in disbelief how good it was and how it felt like home

    Seafood risotto
    Gabriel M.

    I'm from San Diego and was in Boston for a work conference when I stumbled upon Mida after seeing it on TikTok...and I'm so glad I did! I came in on a Thursday and was thrilled to find out they had a buck-a-shuck oyster deal. I ordered six oysters and the seafood risotto, and both were absolutely amazing. The oysters were fresh and perfectly briny, and the risotto was even better than I could have imagined...creamy, flavorful, and loaded with seafood. You can really taste the difference in seafood quality here compared to back home in San Diego. Also, shoutout to their dirty martinis. strong, perfectly balanced, and chef's kiss I'll definitely be back next time I'm in Boston!

    Risotto
    Jerrick C.

    Delicious Italian food in a chic, cozy environment. Came here recently with a friend for a late Sunday night dinner. Unfortunately they were out of bread, but I know from having been to another location that their bread slaps! Ordered a glass of wine and for dinner got the risotto with roasted chicken. It was delicious! Creamy mushroom risotto with a nicely seasoned chicken atop. Mida's food never disappoints and the portions are always generous. Great service as always. I'd come back and bring friends! Ambience: 5/5 Food: 4.5/5 Service: 4.5/5 Lack of bread: disappointing

    Espresso martini
    Ashley C.

    Aside from the very small place and how crowded it was. This place was delicious. I wish I could come again and try more things but unfortunately I came to visit only

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    Are there heaters outside?

    It hasn't gotten that cold yet, so I haven't seen any out there

    Is this a dress up kind of place (suit and tie)? Or more of a jeans and a nice top restaurant? Or somewhere in between

    Jeans and a nice top will do!

    Is it ok to bring kids?

    Maybe if you go really early or on a weeknight. Otherwise I'd say it's not really a place for kids.

    Does this place have a dinning area without TVs?

    Yes, there are no TVs in the restaurant.

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    We visited on January 11th, a few weeks prior to my wedding. This was a day I had planned for…read moremonths with my daughter and future stepdaughter, an important and meaningful occasion, and the experience fell significantly below expectations. In advance, I stopped into the hotel to confirm that a gluten-free guest could be accommodated and was assured this would be handled. In reality, the accommodation was inadequate and, at times, unacceptable. While the rest of us were served scones, my stepdaughter was given cut fruit in their place, and told that was all they had to accommodate.The dessert course consisted of what appeared to be basic gluten-free cookies, misrepresented as something more gourmet - egg nog cookies??? This lack of preparation was both disappointing, upsetting and avoidable. The broader experience was equally concerning. We were subjected to an unsolicited and uncomfortable "lesson" on tea service, which detracted from what should have been a relaxed and celebratory occasion. While trying to enjoy the time with the girls, being a lifelong tea drinker and someone who has been to many times at your establishment and its various incarnations, this is something I have never experienced. The food quality was poor (scones were clearly reheated and stuck to the cloth napkin they were wrapped in), and there were notable service lapses, including being served water in a visibly shattered glass. Additionally, when hot water was added to refresh the tea, my stepdaughter's pot curdled and had to be replaced. It was especially disappointing, as I mentioned that I had stopped in and spoken with the concierge, and was assured, as they had called the kitchen while I stood there that they readily accommodated gluten-free. There are numerous places in the city that could have done this, and if you had just told me that you could not do so, I would have booked us elsewhere. I chose not to raise the multiple issues in the moment so as not to disrupt what was meant to be a special day for the girls and me. However, the total cost exceeded $500, and the experience did not come close to justifying that price point! Do not recommend.

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    My friend hosted her birthday party here and it turned out to be a fun night. We had a reserved…read moretable for dinner, which I figured would be more intimate. But our table was in the main bar off to the side, so it was chaotic but fun. I do wish it was more private but it was still fun, just loud. Our waitress was really nice and did well with our large party. Their menu is mostly apps and smaller plates, so if you're looking more for a large meal this is not your spot. I got the nashville hot mozzarella sticks which were actually pretty good, I liked the tomato relish they put on top and the ranch was really good. Dive Bar Diva was my cocktail which was pretty good. My friends seemed to like their drinks and bar bites. After dinner we went upstairs to the club and got to skip the line (thankfully). The line for the club wraps around the building down the street most nights, so we got lucky. Dance floor is upstairs and it's pretty small, just one room. There were two DJs that night, and the music was really good. Bar was fun, they handed out free chicken tenders at one point and were squirting shots into peoples mouths out of gatorade bottles. It was awesome. Bathroom line upstairs for women was crazy, only one bathroom and it took a long line. I suggest going downstairs... but at least you'll see the famous cheetah print walls! I will say trying to get in contact with the reservation staff was difficult but finally they answered after days of my friends and I trying.

    Stopped in for a quick bite before a show across the street at The Wang Theatre. Super fun place…read morewith high energy and good vibes. The staff was all upbeat and friendly. All of our good was excellent. The Birria Tacos were great and super full of meat. The Chopped Cheese Empanadas were very good and something different. The Smashburger was delicious. If you're looking for a fun spot in Boston make sure you stop in.

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