Mideastro Yorkville - Toronto

This is not the first time we've been to Mideastro Yorkville and neither will it be the last. We always receive outstanding service from staff who like what they do and remember what wines and food were particularly enjoyed by us on a previous visit. Charles, the maitre d', makes every visit an occasion as do the servers. This is an impressively spacious and beautiful dining room, yet with a calming ambience. As to the menu, all dishes I have had are wonderfully tasteful, aromatic and beautifully presented. Whether it's date night, a family gathering or friends dining, this is a place not to be missed. Tip: save room for a little dessert......halva delight, fig kataiv.....heavenly!

Location on Yorkville Avenue, prices not inexpensive, interesting menu. 2014 Tripadvisor Award of excellence, a Thursday night reservation, 4 ot of 5 rating on Tripadvisor and a very good previous experience, I expected a much better experience.Decor was very nice but ambiance could have been except for lack of patrons. Thursday night, pleasant weather and in Yorkville. one would expect much busier.Service level was poor, even though few patrons, far too long waits. Weren't even asked for a drink order, till after we were told of specials. long lag between apps and entree's. Apps served before plates to eat from where delivered. Serving staff seemed inexperienced or uncomfortable. Food ranged from mediocre to very good. Calamari rubbery, Snapper excellent.Wine list is different than that on web. Wine we ordered was delivered and would have been opened if we didn't realize it wasn't the same type listed. Not a cab, but a zin. To their credit, they offer a more expensive cab at the price of the one on the list we ordered.Overall left feeling disappointed. Feel that maybe as their business has suffered, they've cut back if staffing and lack both quantity and experience, which will only hurt them further. Feel that even though all indicators suggested it would be a good choice, it proved otherwise. Now know not to give too much credit to ratings and awards. Their 2014 award clearly doesn't represent 2016. Is the 4 out of 5 rating based ones submitted a long time ago which don't reflect current experiences?This rating may seem somewhat harsh, but given location, price point and ratings, they failed to deliver and need to be aware as without changes and improvements they will inevitably need close their doors.

We had previously dined at Mideastro multiple times at wine club events (and loved it), but had never visited and ordered from the menu.My wife arranged a dinner with a prior business associate and then we discovered that this was his favourite restaurant (the staff recognized him and greeted him warmly). The three of us had a fabulous evening.My carpaccio was presented as a set of vertical rolls topped with cheese. Yummy. My main was the lamb chops served rare as requested with a side of enoki mushrooms, sliced asparagus and spinach. Also yum.We started with a Chilean Pinot Noir and when we ordered a refill, they suggested a Spanish Rioja (because they knew our friend loved Tempranillo).We will be back.

Last night we dined at this restaurant and I was so disappointed with the service. Our server was completely rude. We asked for gluten free pasta and he told us they don't have it (although they said it was on the menu). He didn't even apologize for not having it and didn't even check in the kitchen to make sure. When asked which beers they had available, he said they only had two....we asked again, and he sarcastically said...I told you we only had two. When we asked about the scotch, they didn't have that either (although this scotch was in many of their mixed drinks). The server did not even ask us if we wanted dessert or coffee. I have eaten there twice...my first and last.

I love this Yorkville location! We went for a bday dinner and we all had a fantastic time !Food is great ! Loved the stuffed grape leaves .This location has a casual yet elegant vibe to it !Great spot for private parties as well .