MIA ITALIAN TAPAS & BAR BRINGS A UNIQUE APPROACH TO ITALIAN FOOD HERE AT DOMAIN NORTHSIDE IN AUSTIN. WE ARE THE ONLY LOCALLY OWNED ITALIAN RESTAURANT WHERE TAPAS, HAND MADE PASTA, CLASSIC COCKTAILS, GRILLED PIZZAS, AND WARM HOSPITALITY COME TOGETHER TO DELIVER A MEMORABLE DINING EXPERIENCE.
MIA IS A PERFECT PLACE FOR PLANNING A CASUAL HAPPY HOUR OR SPECIAL EVENT-FROM HOLIDAY-BRUNCH, BABY SHOWER, ENGAGEMENT, BIRTHDAY, ANNIVERSARY, CORPORATE HAPPY HOUR
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Chef Mario Medina grew up cooking for his siblings, favoring recipes his mother shared at a young age. After growing up in Southern California, Medina enlisted in the US Navy. Pursuing culinary interests, he graduated top of the class in the Navy Culinary School in San Antonio, Texas and was later stationed in San Diego, California to become Sous Chef of his ship’s kitchen.
After returning home from a tour to Iraq, Medina enrolled in the Art Institute of California in Orange County and graduated with honors.
Upon graduation, he spent time in several award-winning restaurants in Orange County, as well as, the Hilton, Roy’s, and Wolfgang Puck Bistro. Medina also spent time working for celebrity Chef Charlie Palmer.
In 2010, he joined Michelin Star Chef Jose Andres in Los Angeles, California at The Bazaar. Focused and determined he climbed the ranks to Sous Chef which moved him to Las Vegas to open Jaleo Tapas Restaurant, in the Cosmopolitan Hotel, completing three years for the Jose Andres restaurant group.
Additional stints included Fleur by Hubert Keller in Mandalay Bay Hotel, Gordon Ramsay Steak in Paris Hotel and Michael Mina in the Bellagio.
In 2012, Medina moved to Austin, Texas to be closer to his family. His talent continues to shine now in a locally owned restaurant. Today is he considered to be one of the most talented chefs in Austin.
I've been to Mia twice and they have never disappointed me! The tapas are great and are nice size portions. My favorites are the meatballs and the mussels. The food comes on quickly and they have good attentive wait staff. You should definitely check them out if you are in the Domain.
This was my first time here, but the staff is amazing, food is phenomenal, service is outstanding & they have the BEST tiramisu I've EVER HAD. I would 100% recommend to everyone. We did the chef's tasting course & there wasn't a single thing I'd change or make better...
Excellent food and substantial serving sizes for a tapas bar. Brussels sprouts starter was delicious, as was the Bolognese pasta. The local nitro on tap was great and they had a great local whiskey. Somewhat loud environment but great, upscale atmosphere without being pretentious. Next time I'm in Austin I'll definitely be back.
Oh my gosh! The carbonara is AMAZING!! The service as well! I sat at the bar and Drew recommended the carbonara (which I already mentioned was a good choice) and the pork belly. One of the best things I've had in the Domain for sure!...
Best tapas place I've found in town. Every dish I've tried has been delicious. I suggest going with a large group of people so you can try everything they have to offer!
