Mileta

3565 Nicholasville Rd, Lexington, KY 40503

Mileta, a contemporary Italian-inspired restaurant with worldly influences, is committed to being a neighborhood dining destination for locals and visitors alike. Showcasing the bounty of the region’s purveyors, Chef Alex Green has crafted a menu that spotlights soulful, seasonal fare, including small plates, salads, raw bar preparations, thoughtfully sourced entrees, and a dedicated housemade pasta program. Complementing the cuisine, Mileta’s beverage program highlights both classic and seasonally driven, innovative cocktails, an extensive selection of Kentucky bourbon, American and Japanese whiskeys, Italian aperitifs, and other imported delicacies. The wine program is approachable but elevated, featuring Old World varietals in addition to New World organic and biodynamic labels. The interiors exude elegance with mid-century modern and bohemian elements, including an imported marble bar as the restaurant’s focal point, wood and brass accents, and rich leather and velvet seating with touches of subtle color and greenery throughout.

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