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MIDA South End is our original neighborhood Italian restaurant, serving handmade pasta, Italian wines, and craft cocktails in a warm, modern setting. Join us for dinner nightly and brunch on weekends. Dine indoors or on our South End patio. We offer takeout and delivery for everyday meals, and limited-service catering for office lunches, private dinners, and events across the South End, Back Bay, Roxbury, and the Greater Boston area. We believe in being generous and thoughtful in the way we prepare our food and engage with our community. And like you, we know the value of a good meal shared between friends. MIDA. It means “he gives me.” And every meal we create is meant to be a gift just for you. We’re looking forward to seeing you soon.
Contemporary Italian eatery with an open kitchen and patio seating.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 782 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02118
Phone: (617) 936-3490
Website: https://www.midarestaurant.com/
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Matt Coughlin
We did have to wait a bit past our reservation time, but after we were seated they sent over a complimentary appetizer, which was a really nice touch and much appreciated.
The vibe is warm and lively without feeling pretentious. We ordered the short rib lasagna as an appetizer even though it’s technically an entrée, and it was loaded with meat and packed with flavor. The mussels and grilled bread were unreal, the arancini perfectly crisp, and the pasta with slow-braised meat sauce was the star of the night. Even the focaccia was next level.
Great food, great energy, and thoughtful service. One of the best Italian spots in Boston. We’ll definitely be back.
… moreThe vibe is warm and lively without feeling pretentious. We ordered the short rib lasagna as an appetizer even though it’s technically an entrée, and it was loaded with meat and packed with flavor. The mussels and grilled bread were unreal, the arancini perfectly crisp, and the pasta with slow-braised meat sauce was the star of the night. Even the focaccia was next level.
Great food, great energy, and thoughtful service. One of the best Italian spots in Boston. We’ll definitely be back.
Clara
Saw this place was highly recommended, so we went to a less touristy location for a Sunday brunch yesterday.
Food: 3/5. We got the crispy chicken sandwich and the burrata sandwich which were both quite tasty. The flavors complemented each other well and the salad greens were great. The Shirley Temple was disappointing, however. The grenadine was too much, the ginger ale flavor nearly nonexistent, and the fizz hardly there. There was also an abnormally tremendous amount of ice, as seen in the photo, even though the presentation was good. In the MIDA Slam breakfast plate, the eggs were too milky and tasted odd, but everything else was good. The bread that came with it was just the free appetizer bread but toasted.
Service: 2/5. Our server was initially nice and attentive. However, when it came time for our bill, we asked her if she could split the bill by our three orders. In response, she rolled her eyes and had an unlikable tone. I understand it is semi-inconvenient, but we are paying and tipping for her service. I also understand if it was peak and busy, but there was literally only one other party there, a group of 3. The busser was also the one to bring out our food so I feel as though it wasn’t too much to ask? I also didn’t think it would impact her tip because we would still be paying the same tip total as if it was a combined bill. And as we were leaving, she acted disinterested in our departure and didn’t even acknowledge us, despite the fact the bar she was wiping glasses at being directly in front of the door. Again, not expecting an eager farewell, but I feel as though it is more just human decency, especially when it is not busy. The only reason I gave a 2/5 instead of a 1/5 is that the busser was sweet and kind.
Atmosphere: 5/5. The wall length windows make it so nice for the sun to shine through and people watch. It was very aesthetic and perfect for a Sunday brunch vibe, and I can see how it can be just as aesthetic and popular for dinner.
Overall, I think it is a solid spot for brunch and/or dinner! Just wish the service was better.
… moreFood: 3/5. We got the crispy chicken sandwich and the burrata sandwich which were both quite tasty. The flavors complemented each other well and the salad greens were great. The Shirley Temple was disappointing, however. The grenadine was too much, the ginger ale flavor nearly nonexistent, and the fizz hardly there. There was also an abnormally tremendous amount of ice, as seen in the photo, even though the presentation was good. In the MIDA Slam breakfast plate, the eggs were too milky and tasted odd, but everything else was good. The bread that came with it was just the free appetizer bread but toasted.
Service: 2/5. Our server was initially nice and attentive. However, when it came time for our bill, we asked her if she could split the bill by our three orders. In response, she rolled her eyes and had an unlikable tone. I understand it is semi-inconvenient, but we are paying and tipping for her service. I also understand if it was peak and busy, but there was literally only one other party there, a group of 3. The busser was also the one to bring out our food so I feel as though it wasn’t too much to ask? I also didn’t think it would impact her tip because we would still be paying the same tip total as if it was a combined bill. And as we were leaving, she acted disinterested in our departure and didn’t even acknowledge us, despite the fact the bar she was wiping glasses at being directly in front of the door. Again, not expecting an eager farewell, but I feel as though it is more just human decency, especially when it is not busy. The only reason I gave a 2/5 instead of a 1/5 is that the busser was sweet and kind.
Atmosphere: 5/5. The wall length windows make it so nice for the sun to shine through and people watch. It was very aesthetic and perfect for a Sunday brunch vibe, and I can see how it can be just as aesthetic and popular for dinner.
Overall, I think it is a solid spot for brunch and/or dinner! Just wish the service was better.
Paul
Super satisfied with Mida. Changed plans last minute and showed up at 6:30pm on a Saturday night with no res. Were able to get 2 seats at bar which was full service.
Complimentary bread and olive oil which is always a great touch.
Duck wings (comes with 3) were big and super tasty – have an Indian/asian vibe. Really saucy but good.
Gnocchi was very light but the sauce was lacking something. Overall good not great.
Caesar salad was standard for a Caesar but tasted great and they accommodated adding chicken which was appreciated.
Tiramisu was delicious – really glad we ordered it
… moreComplimentary bread and olive oil which is always a great touch.
Duck wings (comes with 3) were big and super tasty – have an Indian/asian vibe. Really saucy but good.
Gnocchi was very light but the sauce was lacking something. Overall good not great.
Caesar salad was standard for a Caesar but tasted great and they accommodated adding chicken which was appreciated.
Tiramisu was delicious – really glad we ordered it
Reza Nia
We had a great dinner with friends here. The atmosphere is cozy and Italian. The food was good, around 4 to 5 stars! The service was fantastic, and we felt well taken care of. My short ribs lasagna was delicious but a bit small. The mushroom pasta was good too. The mussels appetizer was nice, and they have a good wine selection. The tiramisu was the only disappointment!
… moreJimmy Shen
MIDA is a standout Italian restaurant conveniently located near Boston Symphony Hall, making it a perfect pre-concert dining destination. My dinner began with the arancini, fried to a golden, delicate crisp and topped with creamy fontina cheese. The rice inside was hot, moist, and flavorful, creating a perfect balance of texture and richness that made this starter memorable.
For the pasta course, I chose the rock shrimp carbonara — a dish that exceeded expectations. The shrimp were fresh, perfectly seasoned, and complemented beautifully by a luscious sauce enriched with egg yolk, adding depth and silkiness to every bite.
Dessert was an absolute highlight. The tiramisu here is not to be missed — it’s refined and elevated far beyond the standard version found elsewhere. The espresso flavor was bold yet harmonious, bringing out the best in the mascarpone and giving the dish a wonderful lift to finish the meal on a high note.
Overall, MIDA delivers an exceptional dining experience with each dish executed with precision and care. From start to finish, it’s a restaurant that blends warmth, sophistication, and consistently excellent food. Highly recommended.
… moreFor the pasta course, I chose the rock shrimp carbonara — a dish that exceeded expectations. The shrimp were fresh, perfectly seasoned, and complemented beautifully by a luscious sauce enriched with egg yolk, adding depth and silkiness to every bite.
Dessert was an absolute highlight. The tiramisu here is not to be missed — it’s refined and elevated far beyond the standard version found elsewhere. The espresso flavor was bold yet harmonious, bringing out the best in the mascarpone and giving the dish a wonderful lift to finish the meal on a high note.
Overall, MIDA delivers an exceptional dining experience with each dish executed with precision and care. From start to finish, it’s a restaurant that blends warmth, sophistication, and consistently excellent food. Highly recommended.
CC
Came here twice during our stay. Once for brunch and again for dinner last night. Very good quality food. Would highly recommend. Didn’t get photos of the pasta dishes, but they were outstanding.
… moreAurora Wilks
Great menu, everything you want out of a higher scale Italian place. Arancini had great balance in terms of richness and acid from the tomato sauce. Tomato sauce really stuck out in the short rib lasagna as well, portion well worth the price, great flavor. Gnocchi was unbelievably soft, definitely something I would order again but horrible to reheat so try to eat all of it and honestly just leave it if you can’t finish. Was celebrating a birthday and they gave us tiramisu on the house which was super nice and tasted great, the host and server also wished me happy birthday which was super nice as well. Great place for an occasion but it was a little loud and the tables are super close together. Not an intimate dining experience if that’s what you’re looking for, at the south end location at least. Loved the service over all, definitely worth the try for the food at any location.
… moreR.I. Mar
Cozy and nice place for a dinner. Happy atmosphere, minimalistic design and furniture setting. Delicious food. The roasted chicken smelled heavenly. Don’t know what spice or oil it was infused with, but I was impressed. Eggplant parmigiana was very delicately cooked to perfection.
… moreMatt M
The service is bad.
The food is ok.
The asked to get our entire order at once so that they could course the meal, but then you wait for quite a while for our appetizer, and 2 seconds into eating that our entree comes.. then our side arrives when we are almost done eating. Our server at the bar made eye contact many times but then ignored us. Didn’t ask if we wanted another beverage until we were almost done eating.
… moreThe food is ok.
The asked to get our entire order at once so that they could course the meal, but then you wait for quite a while for our appetizer, and 2 seconds into eating that our entree comes.. then our side arrives when we are almost done eating. Our server at the bar made eye contact many times but then ignored us. Didn’t ask if we wanted another beverage until we were almost done eating.
Katherine Vida
Love dining at Mida, the food is amazing. Each time that I’ve gone is a great different experience. Service is amazing and love Savannah at the bar! Love the citrus cake. I usually love the gelatos as they have a machine and make it fresh and top it w/olive oil, however the raspberry gelato was more like a sherbet and had ice speckles. Pistachio gelato 10/10. Foods that I recommend: Short rib lasagna, eggplant parmesan, bolognese pasta, shrimp carbonara, roasted chicken (the risotto that comes with the dish is salty) the meatballs, focaccia bread is a must try. The appetizers are also all really good.
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