Wow. Can't wait to go back. Steak was unreal, pasta just absolutely delicious. Started out the a chocolate martini - the bar was hopping. Smaller place and pretty loud if you're looking for romantic and quiet, but great if you need a little of that vibe. Service was also top-notch. Desserts were on point! read more

Mio Osteria - Italian Near Me - Edwardsville, Illinois

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Mio is so yummy! The calamari and bruschetta appetizers were delicious. My husband tried the Cajun pasta which was their pasta special for that evening and I had the Bolognese- both were hearty and filling. We also celebrated my husbands birthday and they brought out a sweet treat with a candle, incredibly sweet. I was sad they were out of the vanilla ice cream for the affogato but cannot wait to come back so I can try it! We also enjoyed the moody lighting read more

Mio Osteria - Pasta special (Cajun pasta) and bolognese - Italian Near Me - Edwardsville, Illinois

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Great new addition to the Edwardsville food scene. Kind of an old school Italian restaurant vibe. Located in a neighborhood close to business area of downtown. Some street parking and small lot at the business. Salads and pasta were all delicious. Staff were prompt and knowledgeable of the menu. Cool place to hangout for a drink . read more

Mio Osteria - Tenderloin Mudega - Italian Near Me - Edwardsville, Illinois

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We were given glowing reviews from friends that the food definitely met those expectations!! Our reservation for 8 pm was lost somehow and service was a bit absent at the beginning but once we got our drinks and appetizers, we knew why this place was great! The restaurant itself was lovely and well curated even though small and the bolognese was great - you should definitely get the fettuccine al pistachio: AMAZING!! read more

Awesome Italian fare! Micah and family do an awesome job as hosts (Micah is actually cooking) Food is always hot, fresh and fabulous! Stop in and give it a try! read more

One of my cousins raved about the lunches at Mio, so I came to give it a try. The menu was a little different than the dinner menu and I expected that. I liked how they offered a Half & Half. You can create your own combo with; sandwiches, salads, pastas and soups. My combo included, Caesar Salad and Salsiccia Bernardi. Bernardi is a sandwich with, Italian sausage and Italian Beef with pepperoncini and pepper jack cheese. It was a lot of food, I ended up taking half of a half sandwich home. It was just as delicious as a snack, while watching Jeopardy that afternoon. I'll definitely be back for another lunch. A couple days later after my lunch, I brought friends visiting from Connecticut for dinner. They were blown away and have already told other local friends how much they enjoyed their experience. There were five of us dining and our entrees had a seafood theme. The two ladies enjoyed the salmon which was a night special and I enjoyed the shrimp special of the night. The other two gentleman had Tutto Mare and another shrimp pasta. In addition to our entrees, we killed three bottles of wine. Our service was outstanding, our server told us it was relatively new to Mio Osteria and she was nailing it. The hostess was professional and friendly and the bartender when I enjoyed an early arrival cocktail was masterful in his skills. If you want Italian in Edwardsville, I highly recommend Mio Osteria. read more

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Such a cozy little spot in the neighborhood Absolutely love the vibe here! We called ahead (highly recommend doing this) and they told us it'd be about an hour wait, but offered to put us on a waitlist and call when a table opened up. Perfect -- signed us right up! They called back in under 20 minutes. We ordered a drink, calamari, the Tutto Mare, and the daily special: Cajun Chicken Pasta. Everything was so good -- but OMG, the Tutto Mare stole the show. Since they were out of clams, they gave us extra shrimp and crab chunks -- so flavorful and perfectly ocean-y. Our waitress was A-mazing -- super welcoming and helpful. 100% my new favorite place in Edwardsville! read more

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A hidden Edwardsville gem, just like they advertise; a little STL on the Hill, in Edwardsville. I will certainly be back. Good Service & great food! Kitchen is on point. read more

Mio Osteria - Shrimp Griglia - Italian Near Me - Edwardsville, Illinois

Everything !! I had chicken piccata and it was tremendous the Caesar salad. I'm actually taking home and the dessert we haven't had yet but it's gonna be amazing too. read more

If you have an opportunity to dine at Mio Osteria, run to do so...do not walk. Reservation is highly recommended, though the 10 or so bar seats and 15 or so patio tables are first come first served. We arrived on a Saturday night without a reservation and it was packed. We enjoyed a glass of wine while waiting the 30-40 min for a patio table. The restaurant is pretty small, but has an inviting and intimate vibe, not cramped. Menu has a nice variety of unique Italian dishes for fun exploring, though you can find more recognizable choices too. When seated we shared a house salad that had a delicious, understated vinaigrette dressing. My wife had the ravioli, and I had the filet with Marsala sauce. We tried one of their cheesecakes and a blueberry lemon cake for dessert. All so flavorful and fresh from the kitchen. McKenna provided truly excellent service, and her sincere enjoyment in making our dinner special was infectious. Erica, the owner stopped by and sat down with us for a very brief conversation to make sure all went well. We left feeling like we'd just enjoyed a meal with family (that is, the side of the family you like haha). This is a very special restaurant, our new, very most favorite place in the area, and not to be missed Highest recommendation and we will return soon! read more

Mio Osteria - Ravioli - Italian Near Me - Edwardsville, Illinois

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We decided to try Mia Osteria on short notice on a Monday. We had no idea what a treat we were in for. We started with the Carciofi Fritti and the Calamari. Both were exceptional. The artichokes were nice and crispy served with a really good aioli. The marinara with the calamari was also wonderful. We shared a Caesar Salad which was one of the best I've ever tasted. Next we shared a pasta course of Cacio e Pepe. It was fabulous. For an entree we shared a veal dish that was amazing. It was a special item, not on the menu. I don't know what it was called but it was one of the best veal dishes I've had. The veal was perfectly tender in a sauce that was very different and delicious. It was a mix of marinara and cheese and again, was truly delicious. The service was impeccable. Just the right level of attention. The portions were more than generous. The ambiance was perfect. It was warm and cozy. Bravo Mia Osteria. read more

Mio Osteria - Page 1 - Italian Near Me - Edwardsville, Illinois

Mio is such an awesome addition to Edwardsville. The interior is warm, inviting, and lively. Service is always great and the food is exceptional! I am so obsessed with the homemade crackers they bring you at the beginning of your meal. I ask for some to go and they always oblige. The lunch specials are great and their salads, sandwiches, and soups are amazing! The crab bisque was phenomenal. My favorite salad is the Della Casa and favorite sandwich is the Bistecca. It's delicious and portions are large. Their pasta is also great and last time we were there, I ordered spumoni ice cream and it was unreal. Mio will continue to be one of our favorite restaurants! read more

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Little loud, great house salad, plenty of pimentos, cheese, chopped lettuce (head), red onion and one peppercini. Had the papperdelle with Bolognese sauce which was great but a bit too "thick" with meat for this time of year, but nevertheless was good just a bit "heavy". All in all a good experience, staff was attentive and cordial. read more

Very rude and snooty waitress, pretty sure she was drunk as well. It's a shame because the rest of the experience was quite pleasant. The rest of the staff was very friendly and helpful. The food was pretty decent for metro east Italian read more

We've eaten here several times now and the food is consistent and delicious. Their salads are excellent, good cocktails, and we've enjoyed every entree. Good service, always busy, with a friendly staff. This is a great addition for Edwardsville and worth your time the next you're looking for a great meal. read more

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My husband took me to Mio Osteria today for my birthday. I've been wanting to go for some time. It was fabulous! The food was delicious, the wine was great, and the service was perfect. We had reservations and were seated right away. Water and a warm bread basket were served quickly. Our server was very prompt to take our drink orders. When those were delivered, she asked if we were ready to order so we did. DH ordered half and half, half an Italian Beef sandwich (which looked like a full-sized sandwich when it came) and half Pasta Mio. I ordered a Caesar's Salad and Cacio e Peppe. Everything was delicious. I got Tiramisu for dessert and it was wonderful. We can't wait to go back! Be sure to make reservations especially if there are more than 2 of you. read more

We arrived in Edwardsville and walked over for dinner. The place was packed but there was a table in the corner. Our server was being trained and did a great job for us. The dining room was very lively with all ages represented. It had a very comfortable feeling. The food was excellent. My pasta was perfectly cooked and the sauce and seafood were perfectly matched. The Caesar salad had a very appealing dressing with perfectly chilled romain with perfect shrimp. Portion size was very generous. read more

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So Good!! I had such a good experience at mio osteria! The service was beyond helpful and kind. The menu has a lot of different items for everyone which is great. I got the chicken piccata which was very tender and flavorful. I got it with the garlic noodles on the side which were so good. We had a few apps at the table like the cauliflower and bruschetta and they were large portions. The drink menu was awesome. I got to try a few different things and loved them all. The ambiance is my favorite part. It's a cozy smaller spot with great lighting. You feel right at home. I can't wait to come back. read more

Mio Osteria - Chicken piccata - Italian Near Me - Edwardsville, Illinois

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I had the combo lunch of ceaser salad and miso spaghetti. It was delicious! We had a wonderful, attentive waitress and enjoyed the outdoor seating. read more

Hands down the best dining experience I've had in so long. Not only was the food delicious, but the service was impeccable. Every single interaction was met with smiles and great conversation. The owner made a point to come out and check in with everyone's meals and that felt like such a personal touch! Not to mention, our server was friendly and had great recommendations! As far as the food goes, every single drink and dish we ordered was top notch. We ordered the Chilean sea bass and the watermelon cocktail off the specials menu and it was impeccable. If you get a chance to order the "for the girls" (or something like that), you should! It was a drink with a feta-cheese foam which sounded odd but ended up being so perfect for the drink! We ordered the panzenella salad and it was like no other salad I've ever had. The glaze on the tomatoes and cucumbers was so delicious. Then I also ordered the Tutto mare and it was so yummy! I would recommend it, but I would bet any dish on this menu is just as phenomenal as that dish was. 10/10 recommend. This is the place to go! We did not have reservations, but showed up right as they opened for dinner and we were able to sit on the patio. Great atmosphere! I would recommend getting a reservation if you get the chance just so you can guarantee you can eat here because it is so amazing! read more

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This place is popular!! They open at 5. We arrived about 5:10, without a reservation, and all the bar seats were full, but we got lucky, as they had one table available!! Our server was great!! Ordered a couple drinks from the bar, both were good. I had the Caesar salad, it was just ok. On a previous visit I had the house salad, which I enjoyed more. We ordered the specials for the evening; my chicken was good, but nothing special, and the side for the evening was, well, weird. . The dessert tray looked amazing as our server went through all the options, but we decided to try one or two of those another time. It is not a big space, and when it's full, it does get loud and bustling with servers making sure everyone is happy. We will make a return trip and order off the menu next time!! read more

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While looking forward to a future visit followed by right-brained creative and ebullient review, I'll give you the initial-visit left-brained version. When I first noticed MO in the neighborhood, I was pleased to see a good-sized parking area (suburbanite John H. thinks twice about approaching restaurants where the search for a parking space creates a headache). However, "parking area" does not equal "no trees," as there are enough around to create pleasant shady places on a sunny day. Entering the restaurant, I noticed that the dining space was well lit by large glass windows. Pleasant seating arrangement and décor, efficient friendly server, excellent drinks (Berry Refreshing, Kith-and-kin Cabernet). Excellent lunch (Half & Half x 2: Mio Insalata & Pasta Mio; Bistecca Sandwich & Pappardelle alla Bolognese. Thanks, MO, for a mighty fine inaugural experience! read more

Always stellar service, drinks, and food. This is a relaxing and welcoming atmosphere. It is a favorite!

This gem is centered amidst a small neighborhood and emits charm esthetically. If you are looking for flavor, variety and exceptional service you will want to stop here. Hard to get a reservation at prime time but patio and bar are open seating. read more

Mio Osteria - Amazing special of crispy coated halibut in lemon garlic caper sauce! Amazing flavors - Italian Near Me - Edwardsville, Illinois

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"Maybe I'll throw it in your face!" - That was the reply I got from a waitress after saying that I might have one of those too (referring to a cake desert that she was taking to a customer). After saying that, she just cracked up laughing and walked away. That's about as funny as "Maybe I'll spit in your food". I called and spoke with the owner. At my request, she did refund the meal. Two hours later, she called back asking for my address to send a gift card, assuring me that she would deal with the situation. I emailed in a contact address the next day through their website. It's been several weeks, I still have not received anything from them. This level of rudeness and unprofessional behavior is unacceptable, no matter how the food tastes. The service you get at Chucky Cheese is more classy. read more

The Food = A+ The Service = A+ The Ambiance = A+ Whether you go for lunch or dinner, this little taste of Italy is sure to please!!! Hidden GEM! A Must Try! Your taste buds will thank you! read more

OMG!!! The food is amazing! The wait staff is amazing! And the owner came out and said "Hi!" Fabulous evening. Try the calamari!!!

Our dinner started strong: eggplant Parmesan appetizer. The blend of flavors was delicious and the sauce was a perfect balance of fresh tomato and garlic. Next came the Cesear salad. Again, a nice balance of lemon and garlic. My main course was the pasta Carciofi which contained linguine with artichoke hearts, prosciutto and chicken in olive oil, basil, garlic. Again, excellent. The only way to improve it would have been with fresh pasta. My husband had the chicken Marsala. To my taste it was a bit over sauced, although the sauce was flavorful and had a generous amount of Marsala in it. read more

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Too small ! Put the heat on ! Were there in middle of the week for lunch . Our waitress was nice but she kept telling us about loosing her pet!! read more

I stopped in for lunch a few weeks ago and I'm STILL thinking about the bistecca sandwich and Caesar salad. First: the steak sandwich. They did it RIGHT. Instead of giving a mess of overcooked beef chunks, I got two small filets, cooked medium-rare (as requested), and that was everything. That sandwich was an experience. Absolutely delicious. And the Caesar salad... I mean, I have had a lot of Caesar salads. And I can't even tell you WHY this one was so freaking good- but it was. It just WAS. Easily one of the best Caesar salads I've ever had- and it's hard to make such a basic thing so memorable. The place was small, but not cramped, and service was plenty quick to stop in for lunch during the workweek. I'm definitely looking forward to trying the dinner menu! read more

Came from outta town. Had a really nice dinner. Food service and atmosphere all really good. Priced very fairly. Will be back when back in town. Keep up the good work. read more

The food was good. We sat outside and the service kept up the pace. We were delivered an incorrect entre that was caught before it reached the table and was corrected within 7 minutes. The portions were ample enough to take leftovers home. We will be going back. read more

Let me start with the food. Everything was delicious. From apps, to salad, and I tried 3/5 pastas at the table and all were excellent. The scallops were amazing Our service wasn't exceptional but it wasn't terrible either. The dining room was full the whole time we were there, and I would say it felt like we were being rushed out the door. But the server was kind and helpful when we had questions about the menu. The ambiance is much more casual than I was expecting based on some other reviews. No need to get dressed up! The restaurant is VERY loud, like many others have mentioned. The outdoor seating seems like it would be a great option if you enjoy a patio dinner! read more

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We had our new years eve meal here and it was wonderful! I always try something different when we dine here and have never been disappointed. Lauren is an awesome server as well! Very friendly, happy and down to earth. It was of course very busy but she was very attentive and took great care of us insuring we had everything we wanted. She packed up our leftovers nicely and loaded us up with lots of their awesome crackers! Can't sat enough great things about this excellent restaurant. Highly recommend but plan way ahead and make reservations. read more

Mio is a wonderful experience. The food is tremendous, the service is always top notch and the atmosphere is cozy and friendly. I have tried many of the menu options and everything has always been wonderful, but last night I had the Shrimp Griglia based on our server's recommendation and I'm not sure I will ever order anything else. It was so good!! read more

Some friends and I had dinner and drinks here the other night. Wow! A beautiful space! The bar is set up really nicely and the bar stools are incredibly comfy ... I almost didn't want to move once our table was ready. The menu has a little something for everyone and none of it seems too expensive. We tried the calamari, fried artichokes, bruschetta, and roasted cauliflower - all spectacular. For dinner, I opted for the Fettuccine Pistachio and it was delicious, plenty to take home. Paired with a few cocktails. We all left full and happy. Our server was very attentive and additional staff checked on us throughout our visit as well. Looking forward to going back soon and trying more! read more

Mio Osteria - The Boulevardier - Italian Near Me - Edwardsville, Illinois

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Staff was outstanding. Very busy but well organized. Appetizers and main dishes were fantastic as was dessert. Great Italian atmosphere. Really nice new spot in town. read more

Food was fabulous! The bolognese pappardelle was perfect and their salads are delish. Service was delightful. Only thing is the noise level- so loud! All open and hard surfaces. Hard to hear your friend at peak times! Can't imagine dining with a group, but worth it for the delicious food. read more

Wonderful service, food, drinks, and atmosphere. Love the Mio sandwich and Della casa salad.

The food and service never disappont! Our last visit on a Friday night in mid-October, we were able to dine on the lovely back patio -- with added warming lamp in case of a chill. Can't wait to go back soon! read more