Mileta

I loved it.. beautiful restaurant.. I hope you guys expand in different markets. Beautiful concept.. it feels like a place you can have a really great dinner and then continue to have drinks at the bar or in the front and continue on with date night.. the curated music was amazing as well thanks for having us and we’ll see you guys soon. Btw beautiful bathroom

This restaurant has a beautiful and fancy ambiance and the cost of food and drinks reflects it. I struggle with the tapas/ small plates concept but if you go with a few friends it's less expensive to try and share a few things. My main issue was the small pasta dishes. The pasta was DELICIOUS and they make it in house. The pasta dishes are very small and they don't allow you to add meat. From my understanding the way the menu is set up you're encouraged to get some appetizers, get a pasta dish and get an entree. If you have disposable income or like to splurge it's a great spot to do so. If you are a penny pincher like me you may find yourself feeling a bit out of place here. I came for a friend's birthday dinner and they took great care of us. The drink I ordered (Ocean Shore maybe?) was smaller than I expected but made martini style it seemed. I absolutely loved the music they were playing. We all commented on that in my group. It's a great spot just be ready to spend a bit if you want the true experience.

This Italian gem perfectly blends mid-century modern elegance with authentic, elevated cuisine. The stylish space—warm woods, clean lines, and vintage charm—sets the stage for standout dishes, especially the fresh pasta made in-house daily, which is rich, silky, and unforgettable. For a truly unique experience, the Private Pasta Room offers an intimate, immersive dining journey where guests can enjoy personalized dishes and watch the culinary magic unfold. With exceptional service and atmosphere, this spot is a must for anyone craving Italian done right.

Truly a 4.5. First off we had absolutely amazing service. Our server was one of the best servers I’ve ever had where she was constantly making sure we were good with drinks and our food and knew the menu up and down. The vibe of this restaurant can be felt as soon as you walk in the door and is very unique to Lexington. For dinner we ordered the charred broccoli, crispy potatoes, tallow fries, taglioni pasta, duck and the steak. The broccoli was delicious mostly because of the vegan Caesar dressing and the fries were a very plentiful amount (wish they would give more sauce due to the size instead of having to ask for it) and the crispy potatoes were excellent but they are on the smaller side of the appetizers. I’m not a pasta person but it was very tasty and fresh. The main entree is one of the reasons for lack of 5 star. The duck is underwhelming because the cook on it doesn’t render the fatty skin as much as it should and the carrots looked cooked but were still raw and the steaks were more rare instead of medium rare. The Parmesan sundae was an interesting surprise. Never would’ve ordered it myself but it was so unique tasting and the ice cream was silky smooth and I couldn’t stop going back for more. The price of everything is a bit high and you are probably paying for the decor etc instead of the food. Overall a great meal but entrees definitely need some work perfecting

We were excited to try the new restaurant in town! The food was a 3.5/5. Nothing that was overly impressive that I was dying to have again. Now I will definitely go back to try some other dishes. The service was great. Candace was very friendly and knowledgeable. The atmosphere was nice and cozy very cute for a date night. Overall it was pricey in my opinion for some pasta and appetizers but definitely think you should try it at least once!

Soooo good! The food, the staff, the atmosphere! We had the mussels, potato croquettes, the fiori pasta and the steak. 10000% the mussels were a surprise and so good and everything was delicious! Staff Candace and Parker were great! Thank you all, we will be back!

Candice was an incredible server and so knowledgeable about the chef inspiration behind meals and made each dish an experience for us! Every dish we had was a 10/10 and we highly recommend the Parmesan ice cream!

Flew in from Dallas, Texas and chose this restaurant based on reviews. 5 stars is not enough to leave on this review. From the moment we walked into the restaurant I knew I had made a good choice. Fabulous atmosphere and decor. We were greeted with a friendly smile and immediately taken to our table. Our server reviewed the menu with us and I went with one her suggestions. She also recommended a great wine to accommodate my meal. She frequently checked on our table making sure everything was perfect for us! I was absolutely stuffed after the appetizers we ordered and the main course. We had two desserts brought out and it was out this world. Amazing service, amazing atmosphere, amazing menu, and amazing food. The only thing I am sad about is that I have to go back to Dallas and do not have this restaurant as a choice back home!!! Do not hesitate to give this place a try - you won't be disappointed!!!!!

I decided to try Milata for lunch and am glad I did. The ambience was relaxed. I ended up sitting at the bar, although I was too early for happy hour. they have happy hour from 3 to 5 every day. The bartender was nice and attentive, but not in a hovering way. I ended up getting the catfish sandwich with no bread. Both of the bartenders said it was one of their favorite dishes. The catfish was huge, extra crispy and delicious. It came with fries and they were good as well. I will definitely be back and will try their happy hour.

We hosted a dinner last night in the Rose Room. It was dim lit with a very cool vibe. We had a set family style dinner menu and drinks to make it easier on everyone. Everything was chosen before hand. The food and the service were excellent. Our guests were all from out of town, so no one except us had ever been there. Everyone raved about the quality of the food and drinks and how nice the restaurant was. Thanks to everyone at Mileta for making this a memorable night for us and our out town guests.

Great dinner experience and 5 star overall. We'd been told it was great so we were excited to try it despite some 1 star Yelp reviews. We had reservations on a Friday evening and were seated right away by the friendly hostess who greeted us with a warm smile. The waitress was equally as friendly and she began by telling us their philosophy on dinner service and how all aspects of the dining experience are carefully curated by the chef and the staff. Big eye roll . A wee bit pretentious but she was nice and very enthusiastic. It's a very nice restaurant with a warm and inviting decor. Though it's a tad dark and the tables are a bit close. There was a cold breeze blowing through our section, so much so I contemplated going into the mall to buy a sweater from J Crew. Others may have complained as it warmed by the time our appetizers arrived. My wife and daughter got some cocktails which they said were good. Me and my daughter's boyfriend got some beer, I'm guessing Peroni. They did have a selection of bourbons and other spirits. The menu is weird, kind of like Cheesecake Factory's which incidentally is right across the way. At first glance it looks like 3 long paragraphs, and I half expected the waitress was gonna give us a test on reading comprehension. We started with focaccia with a tomato dip, half a dozen oysters and tallow fries. They were all very good but the fries were next level. The portion was large so one order was enough for the 4 of us, which isn't the case for the entrees. I know fries fried in beef tallow is all the rage now, I wonder if it has to do with Malcolm Gladwell's episode on the demise of MacDonalds fries. The prices are high but for most of the entrees the portions are on the small side. My wife and daughter got the mezzi rigatoni and the lumache, pastas with some kind of sauces on it. They looked good and they said it was good. I was still thinking of those tallow fries. I shared the $140 tomahawk ribeye with 2 others (daughter and her boyfriend). It was well seasoned and grilled to perfection, amazed that they pulled off the two request of medium rare and medium. Before the end of the night the manager made his perfunctory visit to the table. He definitely needs some flair. Mileta's a great new Italian restaurant in Lexington, the food, the service, the whole dining experience was 5 stars, it's almost as if every aspect was thoughtfully curated...

The ambience is very nice and the place is always pretty full. The food is exceptional and they change the menu every month. The preparation and presentation are always on point. I look forward to going there again.

Definitely skeptical of anything that takes me to the mall parking lot. Pleasantly surprised by the beautiful interior and great ambiance. Good open space, nice patio, and interesting private room and hangout options. Service was excellent - friendly but not overly attentive, great recommendations. Cocktails were fabulous - creative, fun, though a bit confusing rim salt/sugar strategy. Fries were perfect. The green salad was fresh but a little blah - simple is good but doesn't have to be boring. We shared the steak. Good but nothing extra special, the side potatoes were delish. Impressed by the cocktail and wine menu but a little under-whelmed by the food options. I prefer a streamlined menu but this might have been a little too limited. Looking forward to a return visit after the menu turns over again.

Well, it's beautiful and posh inside here. They really did a great job on the interior - it's modern and sleek and romantic. From the menu descriptions, the food seems impressive, and it has a hefty price tag, but honestly, I wasn't completely wowed by anything I tried. I was in a group of 5 people, and most of my friends ordered pasta, but I had the fish, which I wouldn't recommend. It didn't taste very fresh, and had a really strong scent. We sampled several appetizers, and the fries were amazing, but otherwise, I would've been just as happy eating at Olive Garden- maybe I don't understand the nuances of what makes a pasta worth $30 instead of $15, but it just seemed like overpriced noodles to me. ‍

Beautiful......Excellent service. Outstanding menu offerings Starters: Crispy potato bites with cultured cream and Hackelback Sturgeon Caviar, Mixed Greens, Tallow Fries, Brussels Salad, House made Foccacia olive oil with taleggio fondue. Everyone ordered something different so we could share. Entrees: Spaghetti, Baked Rigatoni, Halibut, Baked Chicker and the Pork Chop. Desserts Mascarpone Budino, Mocha Tart and Ice Cream Sundae. Every dish was perfect and delicious. Must visit again soon. Perfect vibe.

Plenty of parking in the mall parking lot. Made a reservation and had no issues getting a table on a weekday. Server was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. She explained the menu and provided recommendations. The focaccia was good. The fries were flavorful and had nice dipping sauces. The spaghetti was very tasty with fresh pasta. I would say the quality matched the price point. Definitely on the pricier side but worth trying! The interior had a great atmosphere with plenty of tables and a large bar. If you're looking for a nicer restaurant in Lexington I would recommend.

Solid 4 star experience. Made a reservation (at 6pm) for Thursday at 7:30 for a group of 3 and the host answering was super sweet. Came in and our table wasn't ready yet so we sat at the bar. Super nice bartender but drinks were a little lacking for the price ($45 for 3 drinks). We made it to our table maybe 20 minutes later and our server was prompt getting to us. They encourage ordering everything at one time, which is a little hard with an indecisive group, but we figured it out. We ordered 3 appetizers to share--my favorite was the focaccia (although you should skip the fonduta that's $5 more) and the fried potatoes (kinda like square latkes). The broccoli was broccoli lol. We then all ordered pastas since they are handmade in house (you can actually see a chef making pasta in the event space in the front of the restaurant sometimes!). While the flavors were good, the pasta was undersalted for all of us. I had one with pork belly and clams and even that wasn't salty enough to help the pasta. We skipped on dessert and paid $134 (before tip). Overall, a lovely space and experience that feels much fancier than Fayette Mall. Our entire experience was just over $200. Hope it stays and does well!

There has been a buzz around Lexington about this new Italian restaurant at the mall and I was so excited to check Mileta out a couple weeks ago- first dining with my husband and our friends and then a second time with a group of girlfriends. The positives: the restaurant itself is GORGEOUSLY decorated and has a great ambiance! Service by the hosts and waitstaff was great as well- they had a great knowledge of the menu and were able to give good recommendations. The food is good- both times visiting our table split a few appetizers and ordered separate pastas as entrees. Mileta encourages "family style" dining which is a great way to sample their menu. A few of my favorites are the broccoli, foccacia, tallow fries, fiori (if you like lemon), and the radiatori (if you like more umami/mushroom). The pasta is made in house and that is definitely evident! Controversial opinion(?)- for the price of each dish- nothing was knock-me-down amazing. But because of all the other elements here I would give Mileta 4 stars!

During the time when SNAP benefits have been taking away by the MAGA President, this restaurant offers a free meal to SNAP card holders. I've not been to this restaurant, but I love their commitment to community. I am going to eat there tomorrow night. I will review.

Finally got reservations to the hottest ticket in town. I went on a Saturday night with some friends. We got a tour of the place and even saw the kitchen.. very hygienic and organized. First impressions: It's a swanky place and I loved the vibe. Their private "Rose Room" is awesome for a small party. But I wouldn't want to be in the "Pasta Room"... that had the fishbowl effect Furniture was nice and comfortable though the tables are way too close together; bar area was nice and the bartenders are very sweet and accommodating. One of them made me a special mocktail.... really appreciated that. Highlight: They gave regular looking portions!!!! Very un-American and I'm sure the locals won't be liking it. But I loved the fact that they had European portions.... Just enough Lowlight: Ok, so in true European fashion, they "sell" the bread as an app, which is ok, I can live with that. But the prices on some of the apps were a bit too steep to justify the size of the item. Tbh, I was a bit underwhelmed with the apps. Coming to the food, here is what we ordered and my rating: CRISPY POTATO- cultured cream, hackleback sturgeon caviar, chives ... 4/5. Taste was great, so was the crunch, but the size was really small. YELLOWTAIL CRUDO- coconut vin, calabrian chile oil, crispy quinoa and black sesame, mint ... 3.5/5, looked very pretty but there was something lacking RADIATORI- mushroom and red wine ragu, black truffle pate... 5/5 SPAGHETTI- smoked pork belly, clams, lemon breadcrumb.. 5/5, my friend really seemed to like it LUMACHE- jake's sausage ragu, calabrian chile, parmigiano reggiano... 3.5/5, though my friend liked it but less than my Radiotori HALIBUT- wilted leeks and spinach, parsnip puree, pistachio beurre blanc .. 5/5 Tallow Fries... 5/5 Winner! LEMON TART- pistachio kunafa, torched merengue, pistachio cookie crumble, lemon marmalade... 4/5, it was a bit too tart for me ICE CREAM SUNDAE- persimmon, caradamom sprinkles, pomegranate caramel... 0/5, only major disappointment of the night Overall... had a great night with great friends in a chilled out swanky place! I'll definitely be going back.

Excellent food and service with a lovely atmosphere. Even the bathroom is beautiful, with large private stalls, well decorated with complimentary personal hygiene items. The restaurant is "family style" 3 course meals, but not required. The focaccia is soft, moist and flavorful, a little salty though. We had the Mezzi pasta with calamari which was good. All of the pastas are house-made. The halibut was sooo good, I suggest having it yourself though, its so yummy you wont want to share. The cocktails are well prepared. I was so impressed by the teamwork among the servers, they all took care of removing items from the table. A great experience. The food was so good that I dug right in and forgot to take photos. Next time!

Food was truly amazing. We got beef carpaccio, something I thought I would never try, but it was amazing. Flavors were on point. Pasta was unique, delicious and not like I have had before. Fish perfectly cooked. Love the space as well. I'll be back for special occasions!

This spot was a true delight. I was in from out of town trying to find a cool spot that showcased Lexington. This hit the nail on the head. The ambiance in the place was so very cool. Giving posh/ new age jazz club vibes with low lighting and deep moody colors. Very hip. If you told me I was actually at a restaurant in Chicago/ NY/ or Vegas I'd believe it. Service was great. I love a restaurant where staff does not hover. I sat at the bar and all of the bar tenders were kind and gave me enough time to try my food before asking how things were. Lastly the food was wonderful. I wish I lived closer so I could come try the other options. The pastas were all delicious but I opted for the lemon ricotta Fiori. This was a lovely and bright dish. I chased this with the Mi Amaro cocktail which had a nice depth to it but was balanced with Prosecco. I must have been in a lemon mood because I finished my meal with the lemon tart. This was a GOOD portion for the price, the lemon curd was perfectly set and it had this wonderful texture from the pistachio kunafa. All in all this is a great spot for a celebration, a date night, or if you're like me a one person dining experience. You should check this spot out!!!

I have zero idea why anyone has given this place less than five stars even after reading the reviews. The ambiance: speakeasy meets date night. My ONE negative is that tables are a bit small And seated close to one another but I also understand space restrictions and it seems they do their best to amend this by staggering reservations. Service: Mariola was great. She was on her third shift but you would never be able to tell! Food: . We've been to Italy quite a few times and this pasta was akin. Perfectly al dente and each equally incredible. Appetizers: best focaccia I've EVER eaten. In my life. The oxtail marmalade was delicious. The yellowtail crudo was beautiful with sesame seeds on top and a delectable coconut base. The crispy potato !!! NOT TO BE MISSED. Okay I'm hungry again. Pasta: fiori was incredible with a perfect lemony sauce, the agnolotti made me feel like I was being wrapped up in a big hug of autumn leaves and the spaghetti was outstanding. We got stunning drinks too. The open sesame was fabulous, each sip a bit different than the last and I love drinks that evolve. My husband got the old fashioned hayride. The burnt honey was the most perfect touch. We will definitely be back. I would've taken better and more pics but the food was too good and I got greedy to eat.

(Excuse mid quality photos, i mostly took them for my husband and wasnt expecting to write a review.) My friend and I tried Mileta for the first time tonight and had an absolutely stellar time. We had reservations for 6:15 and wound up staying until 9, and the entire experience was lovely. Our waitress was very attentive, we wanted for nothing, and she gave us great cocktail recommendations. The manager first surprised us with two champagnes, which was very kind and appreciated. I had made a note in my reservation that it was our first visit and my friend was having a hard time at work, so it was our treat to ourselves; i did not expect them to go as above and beyond as they did. We chose the grilled halloumi cheese app and tallow fries, both hot and fresh and so delicious. The cheese was the winner, with a lemon honey marmalade and benne seed salsa macha (I had to google this, it's a kind of mexican style chili oil made with heirloom sesame seeds.) We ordered two pastas, the spaghetti with crab and the casarecce with the creamy corn sauce and pancetta. I cannot recommend one against the other, because they were both so delicious and unique. If you're a creamy pasta fan, the casarecce was satisfying on so many levels. The pasta was thick and flavorful, the sauce was creamy and just slightly corn-sweet, and the crispy pancetta and pecorino romano gave it a nice, salty finish. If you like the fresh, seafood taste, then the spaghetti is a go-to. The crab was sweet and fresh, and the sherry butter sauce was salty and had the perfect bite. We opted to share an entree (pasta portions are generous, in my opinion) and chose the poached halibut with veggies. Where so many fish dishes can be boring, especially in a landlocked state like Kentucky, this dish was delightful. Tender, flavorful, and unique. I only wish I wasn't so full already so I could enjoy it more fully. The poaching broth that came on the plate, I could drink it through a straw. So good. The manager surprised us again with a dessert that knocked our socks off. We were, admittedly, stuffed, and the idea of MORE food was hard to face. But this dessert was well worth having to be rolled out to the parking lot. I couldn't find it on the menu, so i'll recall as best I can, but it was an oreo cookie and cornflake base, a creamy espresso mousse, and a torched coffee cream fluff. There may or may not have been a peanut butter flavor in there, I was half comatose and stuffed like a goose. But it was so very good. Overall, I'm so happy with my first experience there. They went above and beyond and really made it special for my friend and I. Service, food, atmosphere, and experience are 10/10. Really looking forward to going back with more friends and family to show it off. Best advice: take your time. Enjoy the experience. Don't try to be in and out in 45 minutes. Eat, drink, be merry, and enjoy one of Lexington's newest treasures. I don't write food reviews, but tonight made me feel the need.

We were excited to try the new restaurant in town! The food was a 3.5/5. Nothing that was overly impressive that I was dying to have again. Now I will definitely go back to try some other dishes. The service was great. Candace was very friendly and knowledgeable. The atmosphere was nice and cozy very cute for a date night. Overall it was pricey in my opinion for some pasta and appetizers but definitely think you should try it at least once!

Soo dinner was great actually all the food is good. But we were sitting eating ordering drinks and it took over an hour to get our pasta. Then after we got deserts and checks they asked us to leave.. We spent well over 260ish but we where told to get up and leave because of tight reservations. So be aware you get 2 hours, and they will show you do the door at that point. There are far more respectful places around town for the same money. Such a shame on a good dinner, just makes you feel like trash!

I ate here for the first time with a friend a few days ago. I was really looking forward to the dinner. Unfortunately it was not what I expected. The service was uneven. The ambiance was noise noise noise. It was hard to have a conversation. I am Italian and I was really looking forward to an Italian fusion experience. The wine list was reasonable, a little pricey The appetizer list was much more fusion than Italian The salad list was also not very interesting. The salads we ate were fair but not very interesting The pasta I had was the least interesting that I have ever eaten at a high end restaurant. I asked about the offerings and was told that the pasta would be like street corn in Mexico. It was the most bland and boring dish I have ever had. There was a faint taste of corn, with about a tablespoon of corn in the dish, a few tiny pieces of pancetta and little else. Very dry, almost tasteless. The focaccia we ordered was cold, no crust on the upper layer, very dull The olive oil dip accompanying the bread was good The chicken entree was dry with some moderately sweet sauce Not worth returning for the price of about $100!per person with t

Very impressed! Bring foodie friends for lots of sharing. Beautiful dining adventure start to finish. Exceptional service without excessive formality. Loved the incorporation of local producers and bold recipes. Absolutely worth the indulgence if you appreciate care and creativity in the kitchen. Thank you Mileta!

The service here is beyond excellent. The host, the bartenders, servers, and owners are all ensuring guests are as taken care of as possible. This place is what Lexington needs more of. Upscale and refined with an appeal that isn't burdened by parking or event spaces like other locations. My wife and I stopped by for a few cocktails and a snack. The old fashioned, the paper plane, and espresso martini were excellent and each very fair priced for the quality. The crispy potato's were nothing short of breathtaking. GET THESE!!!!

Truly a 4.5. First off we had absolutely amazing service. Our server was one of the best servers I've ever had where she was constantly making sure we were good with drinks and our food and knew the menu up and down. The vibe of this restaurant can be felt as soon as you walk in the door and is very unique to Lexington. For dinner we ordered the charred broccoli, crispy potatoes, tallow fries, taglioni pasta, duck and the steak. The broccoli was delicious mostly because of the vegan Caesar dressing and the fries were a very plentiful amount (wish they would give more sauce due to the size instead of having to ask for it) and the crispy potatoes were excellent but they are on the smaller side of the appetizers. I'm not a pasta person but it was very tasty and fresh. The main entree is one of the reasons for lack of 5 star. The duck is underwhelming because the cook on it doesn't render the fatty skin as much as it should and the carrots looked cooked but were still raw and the steaks were more rare instead of medium rare. The Parmesan sundae was an interesting surprise. Never would've ordered it myself but it was so unique tasting and the ice cream was silky smooth and I couldn't stop going back for more. The price of everything is a bit high and you are probably paying for the decor etc instead of the food. Overall a great meal but entrees definitely need some work perfecting

We went for the soft opening on Friday night 6:00pm on 11/1. It's a beautiful restaurant with some upgrades from the previous Parlay Social and Bar Louies. However when they seated us, they wanted to squeeze us in between other couples in tight side by side seating. It reminded me of the seating inside Cheesecake Factory. No thank you. So we opted for bar seating instead. The bartender was great but I had to laugh when I said Italian and he quickly corrected me to "Eurocentric". All I know is the menu was very limited. We ordered a beer and an LA Lady, very good. We couldn't find any shareables that sounded appealing so we opted for the pasta. I ordered the Fiori and my husband ordered the Lumache: I really liked mine, it was delicate and the lemon sauce was delicious. My husband wasn't thrilled with his dish and said it wasn't spicy as described. Total bill including tip was $75.

The ambiance, experience, customer service, and food are beyond exceptional. I couldn't name a single location within 4 hours of Lexington that competes with Mileta. We have dined in as well as grabbed a few spots at the bar and the service and quality have been top notch. Where Lexington lacks in large scale, inclusive, high end dining, Mileta more than makes up for it in being the EXCLUSIVE location to enjoy something that exceeds expectations and elevates central KY from "chain-restaurant-drab" to "we hold a candle to real cities". Bravo to the owners, chefs, and GM for an exemplary experience.

Service was amazing. I also ordered the ricotta & lemon filled Fiori which was ok but wouldn't order again. I tried my friend's Radiatori dish and it was good. The appetizers were the best part to me. Love some good mussels. Espresso Martini 10/10. Love the decor and low lighting.

Beautiful restaurant with a smart casual vibe. We were made to feel welcome by everyone starting with the hostess. Our server, Sydney, was excellent!! Extremely knowledgeable about the menu. We asked for guidance and she delivered!! We each chose a starter and a pasta and shared an entree. We were celebrating my birthday so hubby also ordered a bottle of wine. Great wine selection!! We started with the crispy potatoes ( accompanied by creme fresh and caviar, thank you Sydney!!) and the beets ( whipped goat cheese, jalapeño and toasted pistachios). Both were amazing!! We had Lumache ( Italian sausage made in Bardstown) think red sauce with a kick and the malfadine corte ( imported buffalo mozzarella ) both delicious!! Pastas are made fresh from scratch in the restaurant. We shared a perfectly cooked ribeye for our entree. We rounded out our meal with a birthday sundae and coffee. A wonderful experience from start to finish!!! 10/10 recommend!! Ask to be seated in Sydney's section! As we were leaving, every staff member we met thanked us for dining with them. We will return!

Service was amazing and the pasta I got was delicious, perfect for a girls night, date night or to grab some drinks. Be careful though, the drinks are strong

I love this little surprise of a restaurant on this side of Lexington! The menu is always so interesting and there is always something new to try. Servers are attentive and knowledgeable, and make great recommendations. Seating is a little cramped, at least for 2 people, but it adds to the intimate ambiance and setting. Reservations seem to be a must. We usually go mid-week on a Wednesday evening.

A perfect first experience! Our server was fabulous; she recommended two light/medium-bodied red wine varietals I was unfamiliar with and brought me a sample of each before ordering. She also recommended the seasonal (or current) Old Fashioned special (Smoked Peach), which everyone else at the table ordered and loved. Many of the dishes used terms that were authentically Italian and not typical, and she was very helpful in interpreting them and helping gauge the consistency of each (hearty, light, etc). The whipped goat cheese and citrus roasted chilled beets appetizer was so unique and absolutely delightful! The focaccia was crispy and soft and perfect. We all ordered something different but everyone was happy with their selections. I personally had the ricotta and lemon filled Fiori - another brand new taste experience. Delicious! The other hits were the pork chop, Lumache, and spaghetti. Mid-meal we were greeted with water refills by the GM, Preston, who also personally called me earlier in the day to confirm our reservation. Talk about hands-on! After the meal we walked around to see the private rooms - one with glass walls and the other full enclosed - and the latter is absolutely incredible! I guarantee it stays booked up for large and corporate events. Stunning. We can't wait to come back and bring more first-timers!

We have dined twice here since they opened 3 weeks ago and absolutely loved it both times. The food, the prompt service and the gorgeous decor completes the overall beautiful ambiance of the restaurant. Our favorite dishes so far are the crispy potatoes with crème fraîche and caviar, the halibut, and the rigatoni pasta with crispy salami! The focaccia was warm and flavorful. An all around great meal with our friends. They also agree that they will return again soon!

Overall, Milena is a very nice Italian dining restaurant in Lexington. Upon walking in, Malta has a very nice, fine atmosphere with beautiful furniture and fixtures, and polite hostesses. After being seated, our waitress very quickly took our drink orders. I also was very impressed with how frequently she would come by and refill waters, replace napkins and silverware. Our drinks were delicious: from the Nitro espresso martini, to the California Dreamin, and to the Chianti. The reason why the restaurant only received 4 stars was because of some of the food. We went as a party of 6 with the intention of sharing multiple plates on the menu. A good majority of the food was absolutely delicious (crispy potatoes, beef tartare, focaccia, fiori pasta, radiatori and NY strip) and worth the price. Some dishes were lackluster as well (yellowtail crudo and pork chop). In particular, the pork chop was my entree that I ordered. Upon initial appearance, the bone-in pork chop looked appetizing. With the bone in, I find that the pork chops in general holds moisture very well. Halfway through my pork chop, I noticed that it became harder and harder to swallow, to the point where I did not feel comfortable eating it anymore. Luckily, i was fairly satisfied with the amount of food I had eaten prior. Overall, I would equate my experience to another local restaurant, Italx. Despite this, I would consider returning for another meal, now knowing what I would enjoy on the menu.

Where to start?!? Ambiance 10/10 - as soon as you walk in you are transported to a whole new dimension of style and class- the art is so fun, the bar is drop dead gorgeous. Everywhere you look has something new and special to deliver. The Rose Room- I can't even spoil it for you! Food 10/10- Yum. Yum. Yum. We had a few plates of starters and pastas- each was completely unique. Then dessert! Cocktails- I mean, come on! Who does that!? Service 10/10- the leadership team along with the servers ensure you're WELL taken care of. Shout out to our server, Mariola! Menu changes- go every month!

Fabulous dinner at Mileta! This cozy gem strikes a perfect balance between warmth, sophistication, and culinary excellence. atmosphere is inviting and thoughtfully curated--dim lighting, tasteful local décor, and the vibe feels just right! The staff was attentive and knowledgeable about the menu, and PASSIONATE about the food. Our server took time to make thoughtful recommendations and ensured our experience was seamless from start to finish. BRAVO!!

Good atmosphere, service was okay, the food tasted okay, but the portions were small, had basically no meat, and was expensive for what they gave you at $24 - $25. Also got the focaccia, nothing like real focaccia and more like bread, nothing special. Probably wouldn't come here again.

We went for happy hour at the bar (3-5 PM) and will definitely be back again! The space is absolutely beautiful and wasn't too busy on a Saturday at 5 PM. Both pasta dishes were incredible. The lumache is a super buttery bolognese, and the mafaldine corte was like a margherita pizza in pasta form! Delicious!

Everything from the service to the food is on a different level @ Mileta. Such a wonderful addition to the food scene for Lexington. There isn't another restaurant with this vibe or the quality of food !

No question: MILETA is the best Italian food in central Ky. The Radiatori (pictured in a to-go box) is literally the best pasta I have ever tried. I lived in SoCal for 6 years, and have been to Italy 2x. I have eaten at some of the finest Italian restaurants in Santa Barbara, New York, LA, Chicago, Miami, Lago De Como, Milan & Rome. This places is on par with the best of them, no question. Service was a home run; they fawn over you like you're Bourdain reincarnated. The cocktails are constantly rotating with super intriguing ingredients and thought-provoking interpretations. The Beef Tallow fries are fried 3x. Literally everything was amazing.

Food, service and atmosphere was amazing. 10/10 new favorite spot in Lexington to grab a bite and a good cocktail. I have been craving this place everyday since I have eaten here.

First, we normally don't enjoy very loud restaurants. No problem here. For those with this problem ask for a quiet table by the left side. Low ceiling, acoustically designed just for people like me. Though there was clearly louder, more energetic vibe outside of the area we were sitting. Our waitstaff, Sydney, was very welcoming and a great advisor on what to order. The drinks were exceptional and unique. We started with several appetizers including oysters, focaccia with cheese fondue and the beets with whipped goat cheese. All of these dishes were five star. We next moved to a pasta dish for each, followed by 2 entrees to split among the four of us. All of our food was great. We also enjoyed meeting the owner, who gave us a tour, and one of his managers who we had a wonderful conversation with about his time spent up in Maine. All in all a wonderful experience!

i love it here however the server took my food when i wasn't finished eating it & didn't ask rip !! a quarter of my spaghetti was left

Amazing food. Drinks were different and wonderful. Service was great. Definitely recommend this place.

Overpriced meal and we did not receive the same service as other diners with the 'sauce poured' over our entrees at the table. Our tiny table was the worst placement in the restaurant with inches to one side of the guests beside us and the foot traffic aisle on the other side. My husband had a view into the kitchen repeatedly when the door opened along with mop and mop bucket . Our server was efficient but not friendly so overall we were left with a decidedly unpleasant experience.

An amazing Mother's Day dinner. The decor and ambiance is pretty with a 1920's almost art deco vibe. My parents had been there before but it was my first time. The hostesses and servers we all very friendly and professional. We got the aviation cocktail, the rosy cheeks and a rum. The cocktails were beautifully balanced and tasty. Pretty too. To start we had the oysters, a seasonal salad and the crispy potatoes. My parents loved the oysters, they said the basil oil on top was delicate and the perfect complement. The salad was different and very good. The crispy potatoes were different than anything I can recall having. The texture was light and I could figure out how they were prepared. Served with a sour cream of sorts and caviar. We all got pasta for our entrees. The winner for me was the lemon ricotta fiori, just delicious! So light and delicate and brightly flavored. The Gorgonzola tagliolini was nicely creamy, the cheese not overpowering. The malfadine corte was tasty but slightly salty for me. We also got the sunflower budino and cheesecake for dessert, both were outstanding. The prices are on the higher end but I had literally eaten the previous evening at a different Italian restaurant with entrees at about the same price that was not even a fraction as good. I will be gladly returning to Mileta.

Amazing experience! I loved everything about this place: atmosphere, food, service. Excellent fresh ingredients coming from different places, and combinations are unusual and delicious! The ice-cream fondue was the best ice cream I have ever had in my life - must try!

My wife and I heard about this new restaurant in Fayette Mall and wanted to check it out for our Christmas date. We called and made a reservation the day before for 5:15. This is the kind of place that will expect you to order a drink, an appetizer, two pastas and an entree with the idea that you and your date will share the dishes. We did not order any drinks or an appetizer apart from the $7 focaccia bread (which was delightful) and the bill ended up being in the $150 range, which it will be if you order two pastas and an entre. We ordered a mushroom pasta with $20 truffles added on, which was not necessary but I wanted to try a truffle. The pasta was great. We then tried a kind of lemony ravioli which was also really good but very lemony. We had the fish entree with a puréed parsnip which was not worth the price we paid, although good. I'd say that sums up our visit: good but not worth the price we paid. With the decor of this place being what it is (which is really cool) you'd expect the ambiance to be relaxed, with some quiet jazz music playing in the background. But that is not the case. Very loud hip hop/rap music like "Alright" by Kendrick Lamar and "Come Down" by Anderson Paak as well as some underground hip hop really threw off the vibe of the decor, which was less of a charming fusion and more of an out of place juxtaposition that was not appetizing. I am a big fan of hip hop and Kendrick is one of the best rappers of all time, but I don't want Kendrick while I'm eating pasta. Some chill beats would maybe scratch that musical itch for management while allowing their guests to sit back and relax. Management here is apparently willing to make that compromise though, as the bar was nicely set up and they likely want it to be a bar vibe that also does pasta. But if you try to do that, one of the two will suffer and I don't think it will be the pasta that suffers. Our waiter was not bad, though she definitely perked back up when she heard what we were ordering after the letdown of not getting us to order any drinks. Though subtle, that vibe shift in a waiter can be off putting. My wife said the women's restroom was nice, with a full body mirror and cool bird sinks. The men's restroom was clean and had a cool vibe too, with some of those nice buttery mints in a bowl. This place is worth a visit for a small duo when you've got a couple Benjamin's ready to be spent, but we won't be going back.

Fantastic time at Mileta! My partner and I had a nice dinner here the night before Thanksgiving. Our waitress Sandy was fantastic, and the manager Dallas couldn't have been kinder. The crispy potato was a fantastic starter- accessible yet indulgent - and the pasta which is made in-house was incredible. The pasta special of the night which included red sauce and buffalo mozzarella was our favorite. We'll definitely be back next time we're in town. Hoping we get sweet Sandy again!

Amazing restaurant and atmosphere. Owner, manager, server and chef were all incredible. Tried a variety of brunch items and all were delicious - we highly recommend the biscuits & gravy and the grits. We will be back!

Came as an engagement dinner, denoted that when I made the reservation. Had a friend call in and add a $100 gift card to our dinner. Server came and sat us at a very basic/not special table and we dropped it was our engagement dinner which was to her surprise. She said they'd do something special for us. We're thinking oh they'll cover a round of drinks or dessert. Got the bill and nothing was covered, very disappointing and very small portions.