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Mio Restaurant
Affectionately called the Embassy of Latin America in Washington, D.C., Mío has captured the hearts and palates of D.C.’s most influential Latin Americans and Washingtonians with a convivial table and “Cocina Abierta” (open kitchen) culture. Under the management and ownership of long time D.C. restaurateur, Manuel Iguina, and under Chef Giovanna Huyke's seasoned expertise, Mío presents daily a unique menu from Latin America’s most influential cuisine capitals - a menu sophisticated in flavor yet true to its origins. In our kitchen all are welcome, the summers on the beach in the Caribbean, a Sunday parillada, the corner taquería, cevichería, lechonera and the arepera, all in one place. Just south of Thomas Circle, Mío also features modern American selections in a convivial atmosphere where customers are treated with Latin hospitality. Don't miss "Puerto Rico Fridays" - with a genuine roasted lechón and expanded Puerto Rican menu.
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191 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 191 reviews
5 stars
(79)
4 stars
(79)
3 stars
(26)
2 stars
(7)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(96)
- special occasion(73)
- good for groups(70)
- hot spot(57)
- vibrant bar scene(46)
- neighborhood gem(44)
Mio Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Love the food!! Yummy!! It is one of my favorites rest. in D.C."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 2 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Puertorican Food in Washington
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great Puertorican Food at a reasonasble price i go there everytime I an in DC try it you will love"
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, late-night find, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 3 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
food heaven, food Hades @ same time
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I took my wife for mother’s day. In addition to the appetizers, she ordered a steak with “arroz mamposteao”. Her food was great. The steak was juicy and the rice was great. The service was very good too. Among other things, she asked for a steak sauce. Thank God they didn’t have and brought two great sauces to dip the steaks and the fried yuca sticks. I ordered “Dorado” fish with a “yuca mofongo”. My food was dried, overcooked and flavorless. I'm trying to be kind. To makes things worst, I left half of the food but been a pricey restaurant, I will not throw things away. So we asked them to bag our food. They gave us a doggie bag with her food only. I didn’t enjoy whatever I ate, paid it in full and didn’t take home the other half"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic
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Review 4 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Mio
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Attractive room with friendly,competent floor staff. Need to keep on top of their menus...the beer l ordered wasn't available and the special ordered [though it was a pre theater dinner] had sold out. This can happen, but we should be told prior to ordering.
Starters and mains both well handled though the food generally lacked impact. Perfectly executed flan for dessert a highlight."
Starters and mains both well handled though the food generally lacked impact. Perfectly executed flan for dessert a highlight."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 5 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very enjoyable
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I liked just about everything here - the food was good, nice atmosphere, good outdoor dining. If anything, the service was a little too fast - like they were trying to get us in and out. I was a little disappointed with the dulce de leche mousse - it had no taste. But I will definitely come back again."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 6 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
After Happy Hour
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was outstanding as before. We made reservations for 7:30PM during a weeknight. Don't do it if you want to talk.
We shouted with our guests until about 9PM and then it became a restaurant.
The food is consistently good and our server is outstanding. We just need a way to put some glass panels around the eating area to lower the decibels from the bar area."
We shouted with our guests until about 9PM and then it became a restaurant.
The food is consistently good and our server is outstanding. We just need a way to put some glass panels around the eating area to lower the decibels from the bar area."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 7 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fine dining, rooted in PuertoRico
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were very impressed with the excellent food -- Mahi Mahi with yucca mofongo, and a veal entree... Tostones app was great too. This is unique cuisine that takes the best of PR and dresses it up alot -- probably fancier and better than most food on the isla, and a bit more expensive, but WELL WORTH IT !"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 8 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Friday @ Mio
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Mio is very good, I've been there a couple of times with friends. This past Friday I took a friend of mine from Korea to taste latin cuisine; Puerto Rican to be more specific. Service was great and the environment was friendly."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, late-night find, special occasion
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Review 9 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Celebrated my daughters 15th
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Celebrated my daughters 15th birthday at Mio and it was great! Our waitress (Cynthia) was very knowledgeable, very attentive, and energetic. The food was good and tasty. Do have to go back on a Friday (went on a Monday) to taste Puerto Rican food!!!"
Dined on 04/22/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 10 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Mediocre in D.C.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I have no idea why I read so many good reviews of this Barely Passable Restaurant. My fish overcooked after I asked for it semi rare, and each entree appeared as if the kitchen had used the same "sauce" for each of us. All dishes were the same color of onion, tomato mixture. My friend got a stew and was given a fork to eat it with. Absolutely No Plate Presentation. They just plopped it on the table as if we were in a diner and as stated they all looked the same. Not even a sprig of Chive to give it some kind of presentation. Bread was good enough with a decent herbed butter. Looks like it's turned into a late night spot for singles to me as bar was hopping and lots of dancing. Just one more mediocre meal in the District."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2012
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 11 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was delicious. For
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was delicious. For me, the difficult part was finding something light and healthy. not great for the waistline, but great for the tongue!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 12 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Discovery - Don't tell
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Took a friend for birthday dinner.
He complained that the tostones had been re-heated.
I had Mahi Mahi and a salad. Both were great. Salad was a perfect balance of acid, fruit flavor and greens. The fish was exceptionally good.
The mojito was the best in this town. Having a Cubano behind the bar was the reason for this rush of flavor. The tres leches made me jealous that I can never make it like this.
Moist, flavorful cake without a drip.
I would like to try the outside al fresco when the weather warms a bit more.
They have a great Malbec and not served too warm as is the case with a lot of DC restaurants. They know not to store it in the kitchen."
He complained that the tostones had been re-heated.
I had Mahi Mahi and a salad. Both were great. Salad was a perfect balance of acid, fruit flavor and greens. The fish was exceptionally good.
The mojito was the best in this town. Having a Cubano behind the bar was the reason for this rush of flavor. The tres leches made me jealous that I can never make it like this.
Moist, flavorful cake without a drip.
I would like to try the outside al fresco when the weather warms a bit more.
They have a great Malbec and not served too warm as is the case with a lot of DC restaurants. They know not to store it in the kitchen."
Dined on 04/22/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 13 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not For Native Puertorriqueños
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I went to Mio's with high expectations based on other reviews. Being a Puerto Rican native I was excited to try the food. However I was very disappointed. Presentation was basic and food lacked flavor. Best part of the meal were the tostones and red beans. I do not recommend if you are looking for authentic Puerto Rican cuisine. Perhaps we just chose a bad dish. Server was attentive, but not necessarily the most friendly. Ordered another drink once i closed out, and he seemed a bit annoyed. On to ambiance... , it had no resemblance or feel of real Puerto Rican culture. The upside- place is very clean and very modern. Seems like it could be a nice place for happy hour. Overall very disappointing,"
Dined on 04/16/2013
2012
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Review 14 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I didn't know what to expect
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I didn't know what to expect but ended up really liking this restaurant. Our food was great and they had a very good cocktail selection."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 15 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Check them out on Friday nights
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Check them out on Friday nights for Puerto Rican night. Exquisite lechón asado"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 16 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Caramba it is good!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My fifth visit and it is always a great experience. Love the creative Latino cuisine!"
Dined on 04/15/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 17 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Worth going to more than one time
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The grilled calamari was the best we have ever had. I had the fried red snapper and it was great as well. My wife had the pork stew and was not so pleased with it, nothing wrong with the dish, but not what she expected. The place was not half full since we went early a Friday evening, but still a little loud."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 18 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Mio consistently delivers
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Mio consistently delivers with awesome food and a great wine selection. Gracias..."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2013
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Review 19 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food may be better than
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food may be better than I rated it. Cabrito is just that, baby goat meat and lots of it. But this entree was well-prepared. The appetizer was fantastic. The service was very friendly."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2009
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Review 20 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
lot's of fun, ethnic foods
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"lot's of fun, ethnic foods to enjoy. Second time there-we love it."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 21 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very good food and service.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very good food and service. For moments it can be noisy."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 22 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My recent dinner at Mio was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My recent dinner at Mio was one of the best meals I have had in Washington for a long time. The menu was so interesting and inventive. Food and drinks were both outstanding and reasonably priced. The atmosphere was lovely. And our server was outstanding--she gave us wonderful recommendations and was warm, attentive, and lovely in every way. It was the perfect place to celebrate my friend's birthday. I can't wait to return."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 23 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Just wonderful Puerto Rican
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Just wonderful Puerto Rican food. Warm and friendly folks. The red snapper was amazing-- as was the Quatro Leches cake! How do you say "yum" in Spanish? Muy bien!!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 24 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food was not particularly
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was not particularly exciting or creative. Not worth a trip to downtown DC."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2007
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Review 25 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Exceptional Food/Faulty Billing
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was unexpectedly very good. My guest and I were not only impressed with the food but also with the ambience of the space. Our only complaint was being presented with 3 different checks with different amounts when we inquired about a charge on the bill. The waiter was decent however, he had serious problems with juggling the bills with the coinciding tables."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 26 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
top notch business lunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Mio was a great surprise. We have been to Lincoln next door several times and enjoy the food and decor, but always find it just a touch pretentious. Mio looks like it would be like that too, but is just spot on elegant and enjoyable. The food options were plentiful and the skirt steak salad was one of the best meals I've had in months."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 27 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great table; service was terrific.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great table; service was terrific. The best desserts around. Thanks."
Dined on 04/01/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great first impression
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was excellent and great service. Menu offers a variety of Latin fusion and Puerto Rican dishes. Very nicely decorated and good ambiance."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2013
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Review 29 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
even in a 1/3 filled room
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"even in a 1/3 filled room / the niose level was terrible. Food was interesting and good, but heavy"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2006
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Review 30 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Latin food done by the Chef Giovanna is great."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 31 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great spot
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good atmosphere, good food, good drinks. No complaints."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 32 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Pig Roast on Friday Nights Faboo
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"One of the most fun restaurants in town. Friday nights for the pig roast is the best dish ever! You will be welcomed like family by Manuel and Giovanna and the staff. Everything is great!"
Dined on 03/29/2013
2003
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 33 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Had dinner here with family
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had dinner here with family visiting from out of town. Everyone enjoyed their meal and servixe was excellent. Lovely decor, large place but didn't get noisy. Only critcism: nearly all the dishes were beef, pork or shellfish. There was a vegetarian entrée and app. If you have dietary restrictions, you might want to check the menu first. Great cocktails."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 34 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good food but lacks a level
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good food but lacks a level of sophistication for the kind if rating it has. I would describe it as as notch above good home cooked Latin food. The waiter we had wasn't very articulate and was confused on the ingredients of some dishes. On the other hand the maitre d' was welcoming and very nice indeed."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2004
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Review 35 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, great experience.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food, great experience. Nice ambiance. Goat stew, and treco leche dessert were great. Get that dessert again!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 36 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
ordered special which was
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"ordered special which was described incorrectly by waiter . when it wasnt what was expected they graciously took it back and allowed me to reorder"
Dined on 03/11/2013
2009
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Review 37 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Cynthia made my hubby and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Cynthia made my hubby and me want to go back soon. Outstanding"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 38 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Me and my brother made reservations
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Me and my brother made reservations to this restaurant to try it out and we were pleasantly surprised at the great food and service. We arrived earlier than our reservation time but while waiting they assured we were attended to immediatly with drinks while we waited. I have already recommended this place to quite a few of my friends as a place to go on a Friday night."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 39 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Ceviche was too salty. Filete
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Ceviche was too salty. Filete de Cerdo con Manchego Frito y Salsa de Guayaba was one note and far too sweet. Fried whole red snapper was delicious and perfectly cooked but the sides were one note and again very sweet. Mahi mahi, the Fish of the day, was cooked perfectly. Desserts were yummy and surprisingly less sweet than the main courses."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2007
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Review 40 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
agree with other reviewer
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"agree with other reviewer that there was not a kid menu, but they did have a bar menu with small bites appropriate for a young person. We loved the decor, the atmosphere, the energy of the kitchen behind us, the good service, and excellent food. Everyone at our table of seven raved about their meal - their speciality is the mofongo, traditional puerto rican dish. the guava cheesecake was a great way to end the meal. We will definitely come back."
Dined on 03/18/2013
2012
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Review 41 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Top 100 Underdelivers
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"After being written up as one of the area's top 100 restaurants Mio did not deliver the fine dining experience we've come to expect from restaurants on the list. Nothing we had provided anything like a culinary epiphany; nothing really stood out as being crafted or refined, elevated cooking. Many of the dishes presented the same slaw concoction (sauteed onions, peppers in a tomatoey kind of sauce) that seemed like it had been cooked in a very large batch in the morning and served throughout the day.
Virtually everything lacked sufficient seasoning...how you make what amounts to a savory plaintain donut filled with cheese taste bland, I don't know, but they managed.
Service was equally underwhelming."
Virtually everything lacked sufficient seasoning...how you make what amounts to a savory plaintain donut filled with cheese taste bland, I don't know, but they managed.
Service was equally underwhelming."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2010
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Review 42 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Should NOT be a Top 100 restaurant
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I was expecting the food to be incredible because Mio made the list of top 100 restaurants in the DC area. As a group of four, we started with 3 apps: the calamari (which is supposedly one of their specialties), arepas, and the shrimp w/ mofongo. The arepas were cold and tasted as if they came from a freezer and a national chain food supplier. The calamari didn't nearly live up to any hype whatsoever. Entrees ordered were the duck, whole red snapper (another supposed specialty), & the pork tenderloin. I wasn't impressed with ANY of the food. The service, however, was excellent, and the cocktails were good, as were the desserts. For my money, there are much better tapas restaurants than Mio, and I'm surprised it made the Top 100 list."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2010
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Review 43 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My out of town guests, who
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My out of town guests, who were new to Mio, raved about the food, the grilled steak, and the lechon asado, and rice and beans. The drinks, mojitos made from scratch, won raves as well. The service was friendly, unrushed but efficient. The late-evening bar scene was fun, loud but courteous."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 44 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
excellent menu and great service.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"excellent menu and great service."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 45 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We were looking forward to
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were looking forward to our dining experience and had looked at the menu a few times. We had a 9pm res we arrived on time. Three of us wanted the whole redsnapper at 9pm they had run out. That was a huge disappointment. We had to settle and that is never a good first impression. Wine was good. Left us wanting more."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2010
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Review 46 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
If you have not tried Puerto
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"If you have not tried Puerto Rican food, this is the place to do it. If you know Puerto Rican food, you will reconized how great Mio is."
Dined on 03/11/2013
2006
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Review 47 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Consistently Great!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Cynthia was a great waitress. Loved every moment of the experience! The food was as always amazing!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 48 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food and the service was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food and the service was excellent. I have been there several time and this time, I feel the food exceeded expectations. We had a great time."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 49 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Whole fried snapper was excellent.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Whole fried snapper was excellent. Arepas were a little boring. God service on a busy night. Worth a return trip."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2007
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Review 50 for Mio Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointed New Yorican
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"MIO DOES NOT offer a full range of authentic Puerto Rican, Dominican and/or Cuban cuisine.
MIO is NOT a family restaurant, as there is NO kid menu.
MIO is a dating restaurant with the atmosphere and ambiance of such a place (i.e. cozy, dim and quaint).
However if you truly want to impress a date by spending money and perhaps leave hungry - MIO is the place to be!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: late-night find, romantic, special occasion
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