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MIDA - Newton, Newton, MA

MIDA - Newton

4.6
4.6
1572 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 49 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
MIDA is an inspired neighborhood Italian restaurant by award winning Chef, Douglass Williams. Our menu focuses on many regions of traditional Italian food and culture, using fresh, seasonal ingredients. We are all about supremely delicious food and warm hospitality.

Dinner is served Monday - Sundays from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Lunch is served Monday - Friday from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Brunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30 AM -4:00 PM.

Reservations for indoor dining can be made in advance online. Patio reservations are now available for booking online or over the phone. Walk-ins are always welcome. Parties larger than six should call the restaurant directly to book a table.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:30 am–10:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 546-8010
  • Website
    https://midarestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Douglass Williams
  • Catering
    Inquire about catering events on our website event inquiry form. <br />https://www.midarestaurant.com/
  • Private party facilities
    Inquire about private events on our website event inquiry form. https://www.midarestaurant.com/
  • Location
    261 Walnut St, Newton, MA 02460-1586
  • Area
    Newton
  • Cross Street
    Washington St. and Walnut St
  • Parking details
    Free public parking is located in the lot behind the building. Metered street parking is also available.
  • Public transit
    MIDA is steps away from the Newtonville commuter rail stop.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Experiences

  • Mangia Mondays

    Multiple dates available
    We have your Monday night plans covered! Join us Monday nights for our incredible deal. Choose five a la carte portions from our mangia menu including salad and bread for the table. The menu is designed to be shared by parties of two/$80 for two!
    Mangia Mondays photo

  • Feast of the Seven Pastas

    US$70.00 per person

    23 Dec 2024 only
    Inspired by the traditional Christmas Eve meal, "The Feast of the Seven Fishes", MIDA is proud to invite you to our "Feast of the Seven Pastas"! Available for dine-in or take-out, the "Feast", is $70 per person, includes bread, seven entrée pasta dishes, and holiday cookies for you to enjoy with friends and family (menu available on our website). Please note that this menu is only available in the dining room and take out. Pizza will be available for guests as an add on to their experience. We will serve a limited ala carte menu and ala carte pizza menu at the bar only. Parties larger than 6 should call the restaurant directly 617-546-8010
    Feast of the Seven Pastas photo

  • New Year's Eve Three-Course Chef's Menu

    US$75.00 per person

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Ring in the New Year at MIDA! We are serving a special three-course Chef's menu for NYE. Those looking to make the night extra special can splurge with optional supplements of Lamb Brasato Osso Bucco, as well as Wine Pairings. Guests attending the last seating are invited to stay for the ball drop and raise a glass with a complimentary sparkling wine. Please note that the prix-fixe menu is the only available option this evening after 6 PM. We will have a limited ala carte menu available for families and early diners before 6 PM in addition to the Chef's Menu. Visit our website to review the menu www.midarestaurant.com Parties larger than 6 should call the restaurant directly 617-546-8010
    New Year's Eve Three-Course Chef's Menu photo

Menu

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What 1,572 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
MIDA in Newton offers a vibrant dining experience with "wonderful food and dining." The staff, like Livia and Abby, are "outstanding" and "superb," enhancing every visit. Highlights include the signature cocktails, arancini, and rock shrimp carbonara. Although it's occasionally noisy, the atmosphere remains welcoming and lively.

1,572 Reviews

  1. Jennifer

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing, as always!!!! The best for food, sevice and overall everything!!!

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  2. Ralph

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    the wine steward selected a nice glass of Vernacia. the chicken parm was moist with good flavor. The wait staff was careful not to disturb our conversations.

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  3. Jennifer Tseng

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always have a wonderful time at EVERY MIDA but particularly like lunch at MIDA Newton for a casual yet delicious meal, whether for work or for fun. Extra kudos to the server Randy!

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  4. Elaine

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was exceptional and special. Service was great.

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  5. Jaime

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    It’s a good place to try but not the best Italian in town. i’d avoid the rock shrimp carbonara as the pasta was squiggly and hard and it was too viscous. My friend enjoyed a pasta dish with pork. The side of we ordered of roasted cauliflower was excellent. I would go back and try other things. Nice big place with good music tracks by the bar area and an open kitchen.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 2 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrated my birthday with my parents here and loved it! Waitstaff were wonderful and the arancini were so good. They offered a dessert on the house for the celebration and were overall super sweet!

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  7. Molly

    Greater Boston

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely birthday celebration for 5. Not overly fancy, but delicious food! The pastas were incredible, great cauliflower too. Loved the mocktails and cocktails and the desserts were the highlight! Skillet cookie, almond cake, pistachio gelato and the donuts all amazing! Good service too!

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  8. Ilene

    Greater Boston

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and outstanding service. Love their salad and pasta

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  9. Craig

    Greater Boston

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mida never disappoints. Love the Insalada Mista as it is so simple and fresh and w/ pistachios. Wish South End had the Pizza b/c it is perfection. All of the homemade pastas are delicious.

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  10. David

    Greater Boston

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on 27 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was exquisite and made the whole evening very special. THe food was delicious as well.

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FAQs

MIDA - Newton offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 546-8010.

MIDA - Newton is rated 4.6 stars by 1572 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 49 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for MIDA - Newton

261 Walnut St, Newton, MA 02460-1586

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Washington St. and Walnut St
  • Area
    Newton
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:30 am–10:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Free public parking is located in the lot behind the building. Metered street parking is also available.
  • Public transit
    MIDA is steps away from the Newtonville commuter rail stop.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Douglass Williams
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Website
    https://midarestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (617) 546-8010
  • Catering
    Inquire about catering events on our website event inquiry form. <br />https://www.midarestaurant.com/
  • Private party facilities
    Inquire about private events on our website event inquiry form. https://www.midarestaurant.com/
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