Mileta

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

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.

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!

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!

We had a FUN & tasty birthday dinner in the pasta room! Every sip & bite we had was gastronomically impeccable! We tried almost everything between the ten of us. Don’t let the location scare you off as we found parking at 5 pm on Saturday no problem. The atmosphere is fun & upbeat — unlike other fine dining establishments in Lexington. If you want a stuffy atmosphere, don’t come here. Our server, Kingsley, was excellent! All of the craft cocktails & mocktails were creative and uniquely delicious. Thank you for such a memorable birthday meal. The two of us will be back to sit at the bar soon!

I absolutely love Mileta! The staff is so warm and welcoming, and the service is top-tier. You can tell they truly care about your experience from the moment you walk in. Everything from the ambiance to the attention to detail is flawless. Lexington is lucky to have a place like this!

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!

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!!

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!

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.

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. ‍

First time here and we came with friends. I started off with the Old Fashioned Tonka Truck cocktail. Our table split the Focaccia and the Oysters. Both were delicious. For my entree, I had the Lumache which was excellent. We also shared the Chocolate Creameux for dessert. It was a spicy chocolate cake, with almost a cheesecake texture. It was very good. They have a very good bourbon selection also. Our server Preston was great. We all loved the restaurant, the food and the service.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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

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!!!!

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

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 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.

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.

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 !

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.

This place was good. The menu didn't impress me but the food was good. I'm not in a hurry to go back but they change the menu every month so I'm sure that I will try it again.

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!

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!

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!

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.

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.

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.

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!

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!

It has a beautiful decor. The salad was wanting and drown in dressing. The pasta is fresh but minuscule for the price. The entrees are okay, but small and not highly seasoned. It is good but cannot rival its Lexington peer restaurants like Giuseppe's or Italix. I would return for cocktails and a small plate. The ambiance is slightly upscale and nicely contemporary.

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.

The service and the food are amazing! LOVE all of the Gluten Free options. So nice to have knowledgeable servers and well-trained staff! Thank you for the attention to detail and raising the bar for restaurants in Lexington!

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.

Atmosphere is really good, pretty great vibe. When we went it was a beautiful 80° day and outside patio wasn't open which just seamed like a waste. They aren't on open table so hard to make reservations. Food took 45 minutes for just pasta. way overpriced for what it is also can't add protein to any of the pasta dishes.

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!

Our new favorite dinner spot in Lexington! The atmosphere was wonderful and every course was amazing. Our waiter Travis M. explained the whole menu and recommended his favorites. He was very attentive and personable throughout our whole dinner. Will be going back and bringing friends!

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.

Our visit is best summarized as very underwhelming. Dined on Friday 11-08-24. I believe the mood was set when we arrived 5 minutes before our 8:15 reservations and we were told our table was, "occupied by others still enjoying their experience". We were not alone, as 3 other couples were also in the same situation. After a 20 min wait we were finally seated. We were told, "sorry" by a few staff, but the manager never came and apologized and I was surprised by being a new restaurant they did not offer a complimentary appetizer or dessert to make up for the situation. The decor is very pretty, but it was also loud with the music they were playing, my wife and I both found it too loud for the setting. The menu was small, which I am perfectly ok with and I usually prefer, but the lack of some traditional italian options and very few Italian wines were disappointing . For dinner, my wife ordered the Halibut and it was good. I ordered the Fiori (Ricotta and lemon) pasta and it was disappointing. The lemon was very overpowering and made the dish extremely tart instead of refreshing. We peaked at the dessert menu, but having been underwhelmed so far, we passed. I was also surprised the dessert menu did not include a take on tiramisu or a connolo. In the hours following my wife and I both had diarrhea which we believed was caused by the meal, as it was the only meal we had both shared the past day. I wanted to email a review to the manager to find out if others had similar complaints, but there is no email contact listed on their website. I can not recommend Mileta and we will not be going back. Having been to Italy multiple times, I can appreciate hand made fresh pasta, but if you are looking for good Italian, this is not the place to go. We both felt it was overpriced given the quality, portions, and selections, and the lack of hospitality was a turn off.

If I could have awarded more than 5 stars I would have. This restaurant is an absolute gem. A colleague and I dined there yesterday, and the experience was flawless. I simply can't say enough good things about this place. Food was beautifully presented; each app and entry were fantastic. Again, can't say enough good things. I will visit Mileta every time I am in Lexington. Congrats to the owner Dallas, you've created a real winner!

Don't let the mall location fool you, this is a gem. Delicious food, excellent service, and really fun vibe. 10/10 and looking forward to our next visit.

The restaurant looks nice but the food was terrible. The handmade noodles themselves have a great consistency but everything else prepared by the kitchen is no better than what you would find at any Italian chain restaurant. Bland/overcooked meat with little creativity. Not good.

This new restaurant has alot going for it. However the music was loud and hip hop! When my husbandmention it to one of the owner, he was told that's the vive they are going for. The food was very good. The wine wasnot chilled properly. Wait staff was good and kinda friendly. Just expected a middle ground in the loud music. That's a shame.​

Just walked out of Mileta. We were so excited to try out this new restaurant. We took our 3 year old with us as we always do. This was noted on our reservation. They were unable to accommodate him in any way. You would think if this was noted on the reservation and they were unable to serve children, they would have contacted us prior. He has dined in multiple 5 star restaurants and we have never had this problem. We ordered drinks and the server said they only had buttered noodles. We asked for a protein and were willing to pay for it. The manager (after further review--the owner) came over and stated "we are not a kid friendly establishment". We weren't asking for crayons and chicken tenders. He was not helpful and quite rude. We will wait for Mileta to close like all of its predecessors at this location.