Lilly's Italian Eatery in Midland

264 King St, Midland, ON L4R 3M3, Canada

★★★★☆
(436 reviews)
Categories: Italian restaurant Restaurant

About

With over 3 decades in the industry, this family-owned restaurant offers an impeccable dining experience. Lilly's Italian Eatery combines an Italian-inspired menu with a casually sophisticated setting along Midland's historic King St.

Website
lillys-italian-eatery.com
Address
264 King St, Midland, ON L4R 3M3, Canada
Plus Code
Q427+4J Midland, Ontario, Canada
Time Zone
America/Toronto

Business Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
4:30–9 PM
Wednesday
4:30–9 PM
Thursday
4:30–9 PM
Friday
4:30–9 PM
Saturday
4:30–9 PM
Sunday
Closed

Services

Service options
Outdoor seating Takeaway Dine-in Delivery
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Coffee Healthy options Salad bar Small plates Spirits Vegetarian options Wine
Dining options
Dinner Catering Dessert Seating
Amenities
Bar on site Gender-neutral toilets Toilets
Atmosphere
Cosy Romantic Upmarket
Crowd
Family friendly Groups LGBTQ+ friendly Transgender safe space
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards Credit cards
Children
High chairs Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking Paid street parking

Photos

Reviews

4.3
★★★★☆
436 reviews

Most Mentioned

dining (20) bruschetta (11) truffle ravioli (10) chicken parm (9) brie (8) phyllo (7) caesar salad (7) calamari (7) short rib (6) cheesecake (6)
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★★★★★
December 3, 2024

Went for the first time for my boyfriend's work Christmas dinner and I can honestly say I'm very impressed. We were lucky to have tried all of the appetizers. Bruschetta both regular and mushroom were delicious. Flaky Filo wrapped brie with a creamy mushroom glaze was AMAZING. Calamari was tasty! Not rubbery and coating was wonderful. For my main, I had chicken parmesan with roasted vegetables and a pesto pasta on the side, large portion and it was so delicious ! Chicken was cooked perfectly... and to top it off .. a special cheesecake for dessert..incredible. I am still thinking about the food..My partner and I will be back for a special occasion. Thank you Lily's.

★★★★
November 5, 2024

Take out order, call ahead and leave a message. Standard thai curry pasta, amazing. Tried pinwheel lasaga. Was very good, just a little different that previous pictures. Caesar salad, also great.

October 19, 2024

Very disappointed with this establishment. We stopped by earlier in the afternoon to ask about take out and were told best to order before 6 pm. We called in at 5:30 only to be turned down by staff, who rudely hung up the phone!!!!!! It's a shame. My husband's take out birthday dinner will thus be from a different establishment that is true to their word and respectful. Avoid Lilys restaurant in Midland, Ontario, because of its bad vibe attitude and dishonesty.

★★★★
September 29, 2024

Really enjoyed Lily’s. The food was fantastic and I appreciated the availability of gluten free pasta. And it was cooked very well which is not always the case! The beet salad was delicious and large! So good! Our server was great and personable. Really great night out with friends.

★★★★★
August 19, 2024

A wonderful dining experience. We arrived for dinner without reservations and were lucky to get seated. Reservations are recommended. All the food was fresh and delicious. The waitress was very attentive to our needs and made sure we were very happy with our dining experience. A great story of the history of the restaurant and Lilly. All around an excellent experience. We will return.

★★★★★
May 10, 2024

My wife picked this spot, and I cannot put into words how amazing this spot was the moment we walked in. Staff was extremely friendly and catered to our needs (menu, sorting out options because we only ate halal) especially Mariah! Absolutely loved that she was our waitress and recommended some of the best food we’ve had in a long time. Thank you for making our time during our vacation worth it, exactly what we needed, a proud family owned restaurant with home cooked meal recipes.

★★★★★
March 8, 2024

We went to Lilly's to celebrate my mom's birthday yesterday and had such an amazing experience! From the waitress, Jenna, making amazing suggestions (especially on the wine - went to the LCBO to get a bottle of the wine I had!), to the atmosphere being so nice then to the food was a whole other level! First of all - the taste of all the food we ordered was out of this world then the portion sizes were SO big - we all brought LOTS of leftovers home! Then on the way out, we had a chance to speak with the owner - very friendly, approachable and appreciated what we had to say about his staff and food! Thank you for the amazing experience to celebrate my mom! We will DEFINITELY be back! (pictured: left to right: beet salad with goat cheese, parisien gnocchi, chicken parmesan (that is ALL chicken!), mushroom brushetta then FIVE containers all full of leftovers!)

★★★★★
May 27, 2022

We arrived on a busy evening hoping to find a place to sit. We were advised that they were full re. Reservations, but that they'd try to accommodate us. To our surprise, we were promptly seated for our dining experience. The server and manager were very polite; super attentive and very open with suggestions, albeit not too pushy as not to kill the mood. We started with a simple brushetta, which was delectable. The bread was thick and the tomatoes juicy. Main course consisted of a hearty shrimp Limonada and a chicken carbonara, heavier on the mushrooms. The freshness, taste profile between the two dishes and portion size were all excellent. Dessert was a strawberry shortcake- simple with a few actual strawberries on the side and some chocolate drizzle. Texture was great. All In all the experience was 10/10; and the price on par with chain restaurants leaving us completely satisfied. We tipped generously, that being said we will be back to reaffirm this notion.

★★★
Local Guide
December 8, 2024

Absolutely delicious! A bit pricey for pasta and sauce...having said that...we are definitely going back! Its just a once a year or very special occasion dinner because of pricing.

November 22, 2024

Order the gnocchi and sauce, terrible! Gnocchi was in what could be called mushroom soup. Gnocchi =potato and flour add soup you get glue! Never again

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Amazing service, food and atmosphere. We took our parents here after not seeing them for some time and I am so happy we did. To start we had the Bruschetta and Filo Wrapped Brie, the second we took a bite we knew we were going to enjoy the rest. We ordered the Chicken Parm (HUGE PORTION), Truffle Ravioli, Salciccia, Chicken Carbonara and a Garlic Caesar Salad. Everything was delicious and I couldn t even tell you what our favourite was because we LOVED all the dishes equally. If you are ever in Midland and are looking for somewhere to eat I would highly recommend you try Lillys Italian Eatery. I would have taken photos but we were too busy enjoying the food and company. Thank you for a lovely evening.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

One of the best meals weve had at a restaurant! You have to try everything! Id post photos but it was just too good to stop and take a picture.

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Was amazing food and exceptional service. We were from Sudbury staying in Midland for the weekend looking for a great place to eat and found it and even more. Will definitely go back again even just for road trip just to eat there again.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Love this place the food is wonderful and never disappoints. I go every time Im in town!

★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

The apps were absolutely delicious. I had the veal parm and both the veal and the pasta sauce lacked flavour. The grilled vegetables were quite good.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Awesome Italian restaurant, nice ambiente, excellent food and good service personel. Theres also enough space between the table, so it remains a bit of a privacy. Only exception: The rocket sign: its bagno (not bango) Food : 5/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

We never tire of this gem!

★★★
September 22, 2024

Not a redue. Though the staff was excellent

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

I recently dined at Lillies Italian Eatery and had an exceptional experience thanks to our server, Mariah. She was incredibly demure, intentional, and organized, ensuring that every aspect of our meal was flawless. Her warm and engaging demeanor made our dining experience even more enjoyable. The food was absolutely astounding, perfectly complementing the immersive and cutesy atmosphere of the restaurant. Every detail was thoughtfully executed, making it a memorable visit. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

Excellent food, great service and we love the atmosphere. Our favourite spot to go out and celebrate milestones or have date night.

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

Always impressed with our dining experience here! Only reason we give it a 5 star is because we cannot give it 10! Never disappoints!

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Good lord the food is fantastic.

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

We went out to Lillys for my first time! Im not a rich guy but was able to 5 star my Loveley for under $200! Our server Mia was super nice and our meal was delishious! Thanks to all!!

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

The food is phenomenal I would recommend the steak as it is always my go to and is done at a perfect medium rare. The wait staff is quick and respectful. The timing on which you get your meals is completely reasonable as it takes time to craft a dish that provides ample flavour and texture. I ve been going there for years from there old location to their new location and rate the restaurant a solid 5 stars.

★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

A Mixed Experience at Lillys Italian Eatery I recently dined at Lillys in Midlan and had a mixed experience. The food was okay, but it didnt quite live up to my expectations of traditional Italian cuisine. While the dishes were flavorful, they lacked a certain authenticity and depth of flavor that Ive come to associate with Italian cooking. However, the service was a different story altogether. MY server, Maya, was absolutely fantastic. She was attentive, knowledgeable, and made great recommendations. The rest of the staff were also friendly and welcoming, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. With a bit more attention to traditional Italian flavors and techniques, I think they could really elevate their culinary game. But for now, the excellent service and warm hospitality make it a worthwhile visit. Rating: 3.9/5

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

Great food. Friendly staff.

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

Absolutely amazing as always . Food was so fresh and explosive with flavors and came out steaming . Service was good for being a packed house and to top it all off ordered a pint of Rickards red and it was fresh and delicious that in most places is hit or miss. Going back soon Bravo to Trevor ,cory, Lilly and Bruce for making a gem in Midland. If u r looking for good food wine and atmosphere this is the place. 5 stars

★★★★
July 22, 2024

A favourite for fine dining in Midland! We have visited for many family milestones.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

A great spot for a nice date. Real good food, good service, and a nice scene.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

You cannot go wrong with anything on the menu. Its all very filling and flavorful. You will not be sorry. I scored big with the wife on this one. Our server was top-notch and very engaging. Thank you Maria. Food

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Our favourite restaurant. We celebrated our 18th wedding anniversary tonight and had an amazing dinner. Our server was amazing!

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Service was amazing, and the drinks were creative and delicious. Hubby had a tender flavourful NY striploin. Try the Lemonatta pasta!!!! Yummy!

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Our server Monica was amazing! Food was great

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

a real gem. been here a few times and will keep coming back. Leave room for dessert!

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

best place to host small intimate dinners as well as larger parties ! the atmosphere of this place is the most comforting and wonderful! the staff makes you feel like family and the food is the best thing you ve ever put in your mouth ! a true true italian eatery !!

Local Guide
March 22, 2024

* False Advertising * - Claims to be open till 9pm on a Saturday night. I took our daughter out and arrived at 7:55pm and was rudely turned away saying Kitchen Closes at 8pm we have to turn you away . I showed her how it shows 9pm on Google. And not a care in the world. We came here all the way from Muskoka. What a joke. Cleary no idea how to run a proper business. Very sad. The place was also extremely cold so maybe for the best. To add to this There was no line up and it we waited 10 minutes just for them to tell us this. They clearly all saw us waiting there but the staff were very poorly trained to ignore customers. * UPDATE: We ended up going to a place called Boat House Eatery after Lilys Eatery refused to serve us and Boat House Eatery was very good service, food and atmosphere and did not treat us like garbage the way the staff at Lillys did. - Highly recommend this place instead. Much better all around.

★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Delicious food , great service and they dont rush you out the door.

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

From start to finish, our evening was excellent. Highly recommend Lillys Italian Eatery on King Street in Midland ON.

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Lillys staff went above and beyond at our last visit. Friends had driven in from a distance and the staff gave us a table even though full. The food was incredible and very tasty, but the customer service was 10/10. We will be back and will bring friends with us!

★★
February 22, 2024

Food is okay but really overpriced Service is okay at best but has gone down consistently throughout the years. Used to be a good place, not so much anymore Food : 2/5

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

Had the most amazing meal tonight for Valentine s Day with my husband. The food, the service, the atmosphere .everything was worth every dollar to support my neighbor and community member.

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

Best food ever! My favorite place to go

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

This place is a gem! The food is always amazing, service is always fantastic. Usually need reservations to ensure you get a seat.

January 22, 2024

Went to Lily s to celebrate our daughters birthday. The atmosphere was very nice but it took 25 minutes before someone came to take our order for drinks. After receiving our drinks it took another 20+ minutes before they take our food order. We waited 45 minutes before our food finally arrived. My wife and daughters Thai chicken was good but my order of brisket was Nasty. It was like eating roast beef and jello due to the high fat content. I would Not recommend the Brisket. Nasty and very dissatisfying. The bill was $210 .

December 22, 2023

Terrible - I called and asked if I needed a reservation and was told no but was greeted by the owner, who was mad that there was no reservation and led us to a dirty table. I ordered the ravioli and they brought me Baci when I was expecting ravioli. I was not offered parmigiana, but when I asked, I was brought kraft powdered Parmesan instead of fresh. I also ordered the wild mushroom bruschetta which only had cremini mushrooms on it which are not even gourmet, let alone wild. From my experience, the selection of food on the menu differs from what is being served and it is far from traditional Italian and well overpriced. The owner is arrogant and rude to his customers - although a lovely story is outlined on the website, that s all it is and the legacy is far from what it outlines. If you are looking for authentic Italian food and good service, look elsewhere.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Had a beautiful dinner with my best friend here last night started with escargot which amazing and she had truffle ravioli and i had chicken Parmigian the chicken was so tender and a massive portion!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The best kept secret in the 705! I was recommended to try Lillys Italian Eatery from a local hotel. I arrived about 830pm, traveling solo, while in town for work. I was pleasantly greeted and chose a seat at the bar. I was appreciative they could take me, as it was close to closing. Behind the bar was a server diligently polishing wine glasses, putting both effort and care into each glass. I can really respect when staff care about their job and put forth the effort as this server did. My server was extremely pleasant, knowledgeable about the menu, the evenings dinner specials and the wine list. It became apparent that all the serving staff worked with enthusiasm and a passion for their job, which was strikingly refreshing. I requested the soup of the day, while I reviewed the menu. A fabulous glass of red wine appeared in front of me in the cleanest wine glass I have ever used. The menu was filled with many delectable choices, with something for every palate. The daily specials listed on the display board both sounded good. My stomach chose the Pork Schnitzel. I didnt choose an appetizer, as I was warned about the substantial size of the Schnitzel plate. My order arrived quickly, the plate was indeed covered in the largest Pork Schnitzel I had ever seen. The sheer size of the piece of meat, combined with the sides and the presentation made me grin and think to myself, Dynamite! I cut into it, hot, crispy and tender, it smelled amazing and the first taste was nothing short of pure bliss to my senses. The meal came with delicious oven roasted potatoes which were seasoned and cooked perfectly and coleslaw. Typically, Im not a lover of coleslaw, however, this coleslaw was unlike any coleslaw I have ever had - it was superb. The dressing was housemade, creamy and light. It contained the perfect amount of everything to make it simply the best coleslaw I have ever had, and I really enjoyed it. This was truely a meal that I would order again and again. I couldnt have chosen a better menu item to suit my taste. All the dessert items sounded equally delicious, however I had to opt out of dessert, as I was quite comfortably stuffed. The perfect food induced coma feeling to end my night. I couldnt have had a better meal and overall dining experience. Im thankful this restaurant was recommended to me, and I will definitely go out of my way to eat here again at the next opportunity. A true gem in the town of Midland. Thank you to the serving staff, Monica, Ellie, and Jess for raising the bar with your excellent service, and thank you to Corey for a job well done with the overall atmosphere and the impressive dining experience.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Highly recommend Lillys.

December 22, 2023

Awful service. Seem to inconvenience the staff by even being there. The manager or owner are not any better. Do yourself a favour and skip this establishment.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Good vibes. Good food. Good service. Always happy with my Lillys experience. A must go place in Midland for a great dining experience. Food : 5/5

★★★★
December 22, 2023

Food was very good. Hats off to the chef that night. Certain things on menu was sold out and it wasnt like we were the last to walk into the place. Portion size was great. Service was bad that night from start to end.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Really great restaurant in Midland. The portions are overly generous and the atmosphere is comfortable with good music and cool and eclectic restrooms (I know it s odd to comment on the restrooms but who wants to eat in a restaurant with yucky bathrooms). The service was wonderful, steak, although slightly overdone for my taste was well seasoned, high quality and the grill work was excellent. The braised Lamb was so flavorful, each bite showed the time and care Lily put into the dish. The wine list was surprisingly considerate and included one of our new favorites. Highly recommend Lily s Italian Eatery. Dietary restrictions: Cautious with gluten and dairy

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Both service and food is a delight

★★★
December 22, 2023

Good place to eat. Made reservations 3 weeks ahead & confirmed 2 days prior & when I got there they didn t have our reservations & said they were booked solid but they moved tables around & we sat down within 20-25 min to have dinner. Very accommodating

★★
December 22, 2023

So disappointing. We went recently for my birthday. We were seated about 7 feet from the door in the middle of winter so it was absolutely freezing-it was busy so we didn t ask for another table. There is a huge space in the middle of the room where there are no tables, yet they cram a 4-seater right against the divider by the front door. It was incredibly uncomfortable. I ordered the brisket-to be fair, the meat was good. Potatoes were bland at best. I couldn t forgive out what was wrong with my meal and then I realized there were no vegetables with it. I wasn t sure at the time because I didn t have a menu and service was slow, but I looked at the online menu when I got home and there was supposed to be celery and carrots with it. An expensive meal for not even getting all of it. I emailed them to say something about my experience, and got an auto-reply that they are basically too busy to read emails. I understand the slow service given staffing issues all over the place, but freezing cold seating, missing items in my meal, and lack of response to my email are not ok and made for a disappointing birthday. We won t be returning.

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Asked for rare steak got medium walmart. Waitresses overwhelmed trying to make drinks & service the restaurant. Owner supposed to be the bartender He showed up only to fight about brisket qualities ONLY after we asked to take it off the bill because it was inedible chewless meat... sad to watch a dysfunctional restaurant with big big potential... Sad disgrace for a restaurant...

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great food, but our food order was given to a table beside us that didnt order same dishes other than ceasar salad then had to wait another 35 mins just to get salad, delayed order overall, so blame mgmt, disorganized.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Hands down favourite restaurant! Amazing food and ambiance.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Great food and service. Classy, intimate setting. Always a great start when the waitress can make a perfect martini! Recommended dishes

December 22, 2023

My husband and I tried Lilys this past Saturday. Overall the experience was very disappointing. My husband had the Gorgon and I had the Spezia. My husband ended up eating the Spezia as it was very spicy. The Gorgon was Very tasteless even with salt. We were not offered parmesan, no bread just the pasta plate at $34.00. There wasnt even salt on the table. I ate maybe a quarter of the dish, explained I did not like it and was not offered an alternative or anything. The service was subpar. I will not go back. If you are going to try to run a restaurant as high end with high end pricing you should perhaps have the service and food to go with it. Very disappointing and it ruined our evening.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

My oldest and I had the gnocchi and it was absolutely delicious! Staff were awesome, and accommodating when they realized my oldest had their service dog with them. We will most definitely be back in the future!!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Excellent service excellent meals, one of my favorite locations

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Omg. Amazing food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Amazing food and service! We were very impressed!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Great service and food.

★★★★
December 22, 2023

Fun place, and it was a great dinner with the family. Great food, we all loved our choices.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Good restaurant bigger and nice location now. Spaced out nicely. The food was good and service was fast and friendly large portions. Quite atmosphere a good place to take you re spouse for any occasion or if your just looking for a good meal I would definitely recommend.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Lillys Italian Eatery is an amazing treasure!! Our dinner was not only delicious but the atmosphere & staff are so welcoming, cant wait to go again

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Thought it was overpriced and I would not go back again!!!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Delicious! Especially the desserts. Great to have a spot like this in town

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Excellent food, friendly staff, our families go to spot for sit down dining for sure

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Well, I hate to say it, but that restaurants cuisine was as disappointing as a hockey game without any goals and overpriced

★★
December 22, 2023

June 23, 2023 we went to Lillys for the first time to celebrate our anniversary. We were appropriately seated at a table for two and the server took our drink order (non alcoholic). Another couple came in 10 minutes after us and were seated right next to our table, despite the restaurant being less than half full with several other tables available. Not a big deal. We then ordered an appetizer and our entrees. The couple beside us, who came in after us, received their appetizers, and we waited. The same couple then were served their entrees while still we waited for our appetizer. 45 minutes had now passed. Not once during this time did our waitress Monica stop by our table. We had to get the attention of another server, to inquire about our food (we did this 2 more times with 2 different servers). Finally our server came to our table after being waved at, and informed us that she neglected to order our appetizer, but our main should be almost ready. Did we still want our appetizer?, no we did not. 15 minutes later they brought out one of our entrees but not the other. We waited another 15 minutes for the other entree to be brought out, all the while my special was getting cold. When the other entree was finally brought out, mine was now room temperature, and again we waited while she took mine back to reheat, leaving the other food on the table to cool off. Finally after 1 hour and 20 minutes, both entries were on the table. We declined ordering desert, and informed our server (tactfully and politely) that the service we received was completely unacceptable. She returned to the table with our bill, which had no adjustment on it to make up for the complete disaster handling our experience at Lillys. Would I recommend the food at Lillys?...perhaps, it was tasty and appropriately priced. The atmosphere and decor....fine. Would we return and subject ourselves to the service we received and the complete indifference from the staff?....NEVER.

December 22, 2023

Very disappointed. I had heard good things about this restaurant so I was looking forward to try it and make it our new favorite restaurant. Service was great, server was really pleasant and even spoke French! Unfortunately, steak was really hard and incredibly expensive for what you get ($57). I dont mind to pay more if food is good but this meal was not worth it. The coffee machine was broken, so no coffee available for dessert! Never seen a restaurant (especially italian fine dining) without coffee! The owner could have purchased a French press or gone home to get a coffee machine. Ambiance is also missing a special touch. Fresh bread while youre waiting for your food would also be nice. Not sure if I will go back. :-(

December 22, 2023

We went to Lily s for the first time for my moms 80th birthday. We made reservations and were made to wait anyways. Keep in mind, we were with four elderly people over 80 that were made to stand and wait for our table to be prepared. (Our table had no one at it and it looked ready) I approached the bar tender to ask how long the wait would be, only to be spoken to with attitude in return. Strike one! Secondly I had told that same bartender that if it was a long wait that it wasn t a problem and we could just go home. I was told by him, that if that is what we wanted to do we were more than free to do so! Strike 2! When we got our food a few of the pasta dishes looked half empty! Strike 3! Then when we got the bill we noticed there was a liquor tax charge on it, none of us had any alcohol! We asked for an explanation and we were told that it was an old system that they worked on and it was an incorporated tax! There was no straight explanation as to why we were charged! They also add their own gratuity on the bill and expect an additional one because they don t let you know about it! Strike 4! Will I ever go back to this place?! Absolutely not! Would I recommend it?! Absolutely not!

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

My husband ordered the steak for 57$, and it was 40% fat! I ordered the brisket and it was 45% fat! For the price it is not worth it at all!! Never going back that is for sure! 150$ for both of us to eat and have 1 glass of wine for my self. We also got a bruschetta for an app, and it was so boring and had no glaze on it or anything, it was just tomatoes on toast. East side Mario s is way cheaper and way better! Save your money and go to Barrie if you want Italian. It s worth the drive! Also there was a man with a walker who couldn t get in the front door , no one came to help him so my husband had to go and help him! The service was very bad! Do not recommend at all!

December 22, 2023

Took my wife here expecting a fancy 5 star meal but was sadly mistaken. The service was probably the worst service I have received in my life, and the food was bland. I paid 57 dollars for the steak but it was tough, over cooked, and 40% fat. My wife had the brisket and half of hers was fat as well. I don t mind spending money at all, but in this case it was definitely NOT WORTH IT! The worst thing about the entire dinner though was probably the service. I get better service at Tim hortons than I got at Lillys. I could ve spent this 150 at Baton Rouge instead. We won t be back and I warn everyone to STAY AWAY and spend elsewhere!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The food was really good and the service was excellent. Very large portions. We took food home.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Highly recommend Lillys Excellent service, food is outstanding Try the mushroom brushetta, it is incredible!! Have been here several times & will continue to come again! Food : 5/5 |

December 22, 2023

2nd awful experience. First was bad, second worst. Out of food on menu, out of wine on menu, coffee maker was running cold, it went on & on Never ever will we or our company go back. Place is a joke & over priced. Food

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Ordered the Thai Curry. It was the strangest that Ive had as it was somehow a big sticky lump of stuff. It was also too sweet. Our server was pleasant but we had to hail her several times in order to get service. The baileys creme brulee was tasty.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

One of the best meals weve had. We had the truffle ravioli and gnocchi dishes. Was delicious. Service was also very good! Would highly recommend this place for dinner!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Fabulous meal! Served piping hot and delicious !

★★
December 22, 2023

For what we spent ($190 for 2), it was disappointing. I ordered the escargot only to be told they were out. I ordered the brisket, only to be told they were out. I ordered an espresso after the meal, only to be told their machine was broken. At least have the menu reflect what is in the storeroom. The steak was redeeming though and well cooked, as was the filo wrapped brie. Potatoes were over salted, and the gnocchi was bland. With the good food that didnt get eaten, we were given the job of packing up for take away. For the cost, it was a largely underwhelming experience, which was too bad because there arent many, if any, fine dining establishments in Midland.

December 22, 2023

Avoid Lillie s if you don t like flys swarming you. My wife and I thought we would enjoy a lovely dinner in an Italian restaurant but we were not impressed. Clean up the cob webs and Maybe invest in white table cloths and some .20 cent tea light candles if they are going to charge 50.00 plate We felt like we are at the kings buffet. I am not trying to be bashful but just being honest. The beef brisket was good but perhaps a few veggies with the meat and potatoes would be nice.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

The food was delicious full of flavor, served hot with lots of shrimp

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Food is amazing. One of Midlands best restaurants for a very long time. The staff are professional and friendly. A must go!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I wouldve given 5 stars except there were several dishes on the menu which were unavailable including the gnocchi, brisket, and another item I cant recall at the moment. They also didnt mention they were out of garlic mashed until the plate was brought to the table and we had to ask about them bringing roasted potatoes instead of the mashed. We stayed for dessert which was delicious but had to walk to a nearby Tim Hortons to retrieve coffee as they only use an espresso machine and it was not working during our visit so there was no option for coffee at all. Otherwise the food was fantastic, the restaurant is lovely and the staff did a good job. Parking: There is the street parking which is paid most days they do not have their own parking but there are also paid lots within walking distance down towards the water. Kid-friendliness: No kid friendly menu options Wheelchair accessibility: Location is wheelchair accessible.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Truly a 5 star Italian restaurant. Great service, better food and lovely place inside, big and airy. Parking all around, on the road as well as lots all around. Nice decor and a big bar area. One of the best eateries in Midland.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

the roaster...the best

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Went there with 4 to celebrate our daughters 28th birthday. Not the place to go if you are in a hurry which we weren t. Food was fabulous. Pleasant service from the owner! We have never been disappointed here. Glad we have this level of restaurant in little ole Midland.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Always great food, by far the best dining experience in Midland.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Better than any Italian place I have been to so far! Dont miss out!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

We went to celebrate my wifes birthday. She had brisket. I had chicken parmesan. Very tasty.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Love the new Lilys. Great chef, atmosphere and menu!! Always keep it as a very favourite dinner place!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best Restaurant in Midland ! I have gone recently within their posted hours and they were closed but other than that youll get the best food in the area

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

A delight in Downtown Midland!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Dinner last night was perfect from the mushroom bruschetta to the lemon shrimp pasta dish. Staff were amazing and attentive . Definitely coming back to try other dishes

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Lilly has been apart of my life since I was a small child. Her food and absolutely stunning !

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

We ate at Lily s for the first time and it definitely will NOT be the last. The food was exceptional and the service was fabulous. We had the owner, Cory serving us and he was lovely. He certainly made our evening enjoyable and so did his entire staff. I don t live in Midland but I will definitely make the trek to Midland just to eat at Lily s.

★★★
December 22, 2023

The new location is missing the romantic fine dining ambiance. The mushroom bruschetta was great. The calamari was horrible (similar to what I would expect at a roadhouse style restaurant). The truffle ravioli was excellent as always but portions are much smaller than before. My son ordered it too and his portion was even smaller than mine. Many of the items on the menu were unavailable. The waitress was wonderful but was in ripped jeans and cut off shirt. Lilys can no longer sell itself as fine dining. Still some tasty dishes but fine dining it is not. Disappointed. Hopefully they make some changes.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

5 plus star rating!!! Absolutely amazing!!! Exceeded our expectations, the shrimp appetizer was the best I have ever tasted! Steak dinner and chicken parm dinner WOW!!!!!!we brought half of our dinners home, everything was extremely delicious!!! White chocolate cheesecake with salted caramel topping for dessert I have nothing else to say!!!!!! lol Bravo chefs and wait staff, will definitely be going back!!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Went there tonight and the owners were incredibly friendly and wonderful, server was great too -/ the food was exceptional! I m very picky as I used to cook myself but I was beyond satisfied. 10/10 will be back soon!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

One of the best restaurants I have ever been too, 5 stars all around!! Great Job folks!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Lovely food and a very friendly, polite waitress. We were in a business trip from the UK but will very likely return in the near future. Recomended.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Food was amazing and our server was the best! She made some great recommendations and we had a great time!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Tough to find a better spot for a wonderful meal out in Midland. Food is always spectacular and service is amazing.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Amazing

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Best place in Midland and honestly one of my favorite restaurants of all time!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Food and service was fantastic!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

love the new venue..Corey and his staff..Mel and Michelle were great. conversational and helpful with menu and wine

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Everything was good. From the drinks to the food to the sever. Keep up the good work guys

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great food, great atmosphere!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

This was a special occasion meal for 4 people and was really enjoyed. Loved the chargrilled vegetables and the tasty mashed potatoes but the steak was the star of my meal. No grisle or nasty bits, just beautifully cooked tasty steak, it really was worth the wait, delicious.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Food was amazing, staff was amazing. Accommodated our group of 9. We have decided to make this a date night go to!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

We went here for our first night out baby free! Our server was polite and efficient. She was patient and allowed us to enjoy our meal, wine and cocktails while still checking in to make sure we were good! The food was amazing! You could taste how fresh and homemade everything was! Wine hit the spot and our after dinner cocktails were great as well! This will definitely be our go to special occasion spot! 10/10!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Very experienced staff, amazing food, variety of menu, slightly louder than expected noise level, but certainly not conversation adverse.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Hands down the BEST !!!

December 22, 2022

I wish I could give less than a 1 star review. The food was absolutely terrible. The blandest dinner I have ever tried to force down. After waiting over an hour and 20 minutes the food it was given to our table at different times. We explained very kindly to our waitress that we were not happy with the food and she actually told the owners that we were rude. We paid $250 for a dinner we took 2 bites out of. The owner and the manager spoke to us like we were worthless I am so appalled by the awful customer service and absolute lack of professionalism. My family will NEVER be back at this restaurant. Stay clear and choose another restaurant McDonalds is better, I m going to grab some fries now!

★★★★
December 22, 2022

Food was good, portions are very large but are priced for the size, very noisey as the dining area is all open, service was very good, but plan on spending at least two hours there, time from order of food to serving was 1 hour 20 minutes, 45 minutes from order of appetizer to serving at table .

★★★★
December 22, 2022

Food was good and service was slower which allowed us time to talk and enjoy the evening non rushed. The area is open which allows loud groups to be a bit overbearing which is the only reason for the 4 star.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Amazing dining experience, fabulous staff, awesome service, and delicious wonderful food. I highly recommend this restaurant and cant wait to come back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

The food was to die for, had the brisket it was so tender, and the corn-brulee was amazing, thanks for the experience

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

This place is amazing the staff the service the food is to die for would highly recommend. My wife and I went out for dinner I have to say we will always go back ....

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Was a really great evening, good food great vibe and a welcome night out

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Maybe we went on an off night but service was slow, food was decent ( minus the shells that were left on my shrimp in my pasta) The floor was uneven in the entrance (tripping hazard) Not a great place to spend our 15th wedding anniversary! Super let down tonight.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

I love this place. Its a warm and inviting place for comfortable casual dining. Family operated, service is friendly and home town friendly although sometimes stretched. The menue is well thought out, the portions are ample and food is well prepared. Prices are reasonable and i find the wine prices to be reasonable. On street parking is usually ample and accessible. Its a very easy walk for marina residents. Reservations recommended. Enjoy

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Absolutely unbelievable from beginning to end!! Aimi was just outstanding as our server. What a pro! Started with the Filo Brie (soooooo good). Husband had Salcissio and I had the Roaster. Flavors in all dishes were super authentic. We are foodies and this is possibly one of the best restaurants weve ever dined in. This is definitely on our top 10 list of all time!!!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Great tasting food and good service. Liked their new location.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

I can not say enough good things about Lilly s - love this place, love the food! Always a happy and friendly experience!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

This food was amazing! Fresh spices make for a mouth watering taste.this was top tier.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Could have been better. Tables were quite topsy-turvy, no real space to sit with your table without evidently seeing everyone else in the establishment. Food was good but catered more to a high class, I mean there wasnt even a burger on the menu... Overall it was okay, cannot give a recommendation on my behalf but Im sure there will be people out there who enjoy it.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Excellent.

★★★★
December 22, 2022

Amazing food and service . From the waitress and Corey ! Would def recommend and come back. Food was delicious. Portions great. Best calamari! Thanks for a great eve! Will def be back

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Food was to die for, service was amazing DONT LISTEN TO OTHER REVIEWS.

December 22, 2022

We payed $18 for 1 glass of wine - billed at $9 on the menu. The veal was like cardboard probably prepackaged and over done in the microwave. I had chicken carbonara that was totally bland. Our total bill was $145 plus tip for a terrible meal. The noise factor in this place was like being in a factory or bar. Very disappointing- will not go back.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Try the ravioli. That was the old place down the road. The new place has a new menu and the food was delicious.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Everything was so good and portions are ginormous!! Filo wrapped brie was the best appetizer Ive ever had, truffle ravioli was amazing, and the gnocchi melts in your mouth :)

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Excellent!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

First of all, they need to update their address. This place was referred to us from a family member. We had never been there before so we didnt know exactly where it was, so we Google it and ended up going to the wrong location because they moved and havent updated Google maps yet. A little frustrating. However, once we sat down and ate something, that frustration was soon forgotten. This has to be the best place in Midland. We were greeted and seated almost right away. Our waiter also a sommelier recommended the perfect wine that was paired with our meal. My wife ordered the Oxtail stew and I had the beef brisket. They paired the stew with a pasta noodle, it was a bit heavy, might be better with a jasmine or basmati rice. However, it was still really good. My brisket was plate licking delicious. You could cut the brisket with a fork, it was so tender, succulent. The mashed potatoes were also next level. I ate every little morsel with no regret. I love this place and is now our go to for midland area. I am sure it will be yours as well, just go there once and youll see for yourself.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

outstanding experience!! amazing food and friendly service. We will be back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Amazing food, service and atmosphere as usual. Always a favourite date night spot. Pasta never disappoints.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Great food and friendly service. Will be back!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Always have a great meal here. Ive tried most of the menu items and never been disappointed. The wine recommendations are always spot-on. Love this place!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

First time visiting. Found out about restaurant via word of mouth. Food was amazing! Service was slow/lacking. Seemed like our server had too many tables to take care of, we were an afterthought.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

My $57 steak was 27% fat. And there were no mushrooms. Also not cooked quite right. My wife enjoyed her meal though. I found it very loud in the new location

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

It just doesnt get any better than Lillys! We went for the, I dont know what number of times, for my kids 18th Birthday this past weekend. All we ever do is just say Tell Trevor (the chef) to feed us and OH BOY does he! We just love the food, the atmosphere, the location, and the family behind the Eatery. The Phyllo Baked Brie is simply to DIE for and he made us this beautiful Stuffed Ravioli in mushroom sauce and I dare say we were fighting over it. I cant even post pics of full plates of food...they didnt last that long. You NEED to check out Lillys!!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Our favoruite restaurant in Midland. Weve been fans of Lilys since it was Amiccis in Honey Harbour

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

We placed our order for pickup. It was ready right on time and the staff are always so friendly. Did I mention how amazing the food was? I have never had a complaint. Always perfect!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Amazing food and super friendly staff.

★★
December 22, 2021

Was expecting so much more for the price. I dont mind paying the price when the quality matches. It feels like they use expensive ingredients without the full knowledge of how they should be used? Im not sure, but our group found a lot of the food we ordered had a similar sauce/ flavour, with very slight tweeks between meals. The Gnocci was so overcooked that no one really enjoyed it as it was like mush in your mouth. Maybe dine in would be a better experience, but at that price I dont think I would give it another try.

★★
December 22, 2021

Italian restaurant with Thai Curry as a main...need I say more? Not sure what alternatives there are in the area but if youre considering this one, keep looking.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Excellent food and service. Definitely recommended.

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Everything was delicious and the portions were generous enough to bring home lunch for tomorrow.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Went there for my birthday dinner. Delicious food. Seats in the booth are not the comfiest.

December 22, 2021

Great food. Great server. But experience ruined when we were rushed out because of closing early.

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

The food was fabulous, service was great, great dining experience! Loved it! My friends all enjoyed the Hot and Superb food!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Food, wine, service, ambiance....excellent!! However, you really need to offer coffee at the end of the meal. Wine with dinner, dessert and coffee completes it for me. Pls add coffee/cappuccino to your menu! It is the Italian way!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

One of the best Italian restaurants for a long time

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Nice atmosphere. Friendly staff. Entrees were amazing. Appetizer Brushetta was a bit salty.

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

amazing truffle pasta!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Great dinner out

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

The beef cheek ragu delicious.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Food and service excellent. An enjoyable meal and experience had by all 4 members of our party.

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Great good and service thank you!

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

Beer braised beef brisket, nothing less than fantastic. Think this is the best meal Ive had. Thank You!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

We visit Midland often, but we hadnt discovered this excellent Italian before. Everything was delicious and the staff was super friendly. I can highly recommend the place!

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

Best steak Ive had in a while. Friendly service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Unreal. The best meal Ive had in years. I only with I could have fit more food in my belly. Plan on eating here quite regularly from now on.

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

Lillys is now our favourite restaurant in town! Our daughter has numerous dietary restrictions which prompted the host to have Lilly (she is actually one of the chefs) to attend our table. Lilly was gracious and informed- offering alternatives to menue suggestions for our daughter to consider. The result: the kitchen plated a fabulous flavour-full entre. Thank you to all staff. We will be back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Small quaint,cozy doesnt seem like much from outside then you come in and boom , the food is amazing . All made in restaurant family owned and operated there food is some of the best Italian !!.

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

Delicious food! Friendly staff! Yum! We will definitely be back!

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

Great place food is amazing

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

The food is amazing, and the staff is very friendly and helpful! If planning to visit on a Friday or Saturday, make a reservation!

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

By far one of the best restaurants in town, every dish is always amazing.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Great choice of delicious food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Excellent experience! Food and service were fantastic! The meal was truly exceptional!

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

We have never expected such a perfection and quality in food in a small town like Midland. Weve had the best fish with veggetables since we returned from Europe. The Roaster Pasta was as delicious. We never take leftovers, but this time we couldnt resist it. Too bad its closed on Sundays ;)

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Nice spot to eat in Midland. Food is tasty and good. Service also very nice.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Definitely the best food in the area. Drink menu is fantastic - always a good experience

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

We just ordered the cesar salad, the spaghetti with meatballs, the brie, the steak with potatoes veggies and some baked oiled bread. Simply the best, most delicious, perfectly prepared food I have eaten.....since the last time we ate here months ago. There is no way to sum up (and do justice) how wonderful this place, food and staff is. The food shows how much goes into it. One hundred stars. The meal compelled me to sit and eat for over an hour until it was all gone pausing breifly for air and finishing some of my kids plates once everyone left the table. The gumbo shrimp is my favorite but Im glad we didnt order it tonight otherwise I may have exploded. Thanks you Lilys Italian Eatery

★★★★
December 22, 2020

Amazing food. Very nice people. Reasonably priced too. I go all the time now.

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

Phenomenal..as usual!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

Food and service were absolutely amazing.

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

Has been our go to restaurant since it opened! The food is amazing and atmosphere makes you feel at home! The owners are welcoming and service is top notch every visit!

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

Went for dinner with my family for my daughters anniversary. Wasn t sure what to expect with COVID. Very well done. They made us feel safe, comfortable. Food was delicious. Thank you for implementing the safety measures to make our dinning experience lovely.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Food & service was good. They were ver accomodating with outdoor seating. I would go again.

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

Very good, cant complain at anything. Meal and service was great

December 22, 2020

The manager of this place was rude and condescending to us. Ontario is going through a second spike with daily counts in the 400s (today). We made a reservation for the patio but we arrived to find out patio was closed off (last minute) by the manager who apparently was unable to check weather in advance (guess weather app or tv/radio wasnt available to him) . We came to find a restaurant jam packed with people which was very suprising. Its very worrying to see a establishment set up like this so we left. He didnt apologize for wasting our time. He could have simply called us back to let us know we were moved to the inside and we would have been fine to make other arrangements. Terrible experience. Will avoid always.

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Pass on the Beef Brisket. Very stringy and tough.

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

Absolutely amazing from start to finish.

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

Had dinner here this evening. We were greeted by a friendly smile and hello upon walking into the warm, cozy and comfortable restaurant. Decorated very nice. Classy and elegant Decor. The staff were friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating. Dinner was amazing....huge portions (we have lunch for tomorrow). Taste, temperature and presentation all 100%. Don t go out much any more due to covid. This was a huge treat. Can t wait to return. Limes and Cointreau please please. Support local business s please the old phrase. Use it or lose it . Fab place for a lovely evening out. Again Thank you.

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

This was honestly by far the best restaurant experience I have ever had. The service was amazing, the food was to die for seriously, the serving sizes were HUGE and just all around AMAZING. Will eat here again and again ! I highly reccomend !!