mondo

evening ruined by server. the food was wonderful. but our evening was a disaster -- absolutely ruined by the server. mondo treats the bread as if it's gold -- wanting to pick up the bread plates after one or two pieces. (we had to ask for a second piece of bread). we were never asked it we wanted refills of our tea, and the whole experience was not really a dining experience -- more like a high end fast food experience. it was obvious the staff is trained to turn the tables as quickly as possible. our waitress was insolent and disrespectful. when we go out to dine (as opposed to out to eat) we're looking for a nice experience. if you're used to good service, you are unlikely to find it at mondo. when we brought the service to the attention of management, they knew all the right words to say, but did absolutely nothing. if you want a nice dining experience, go anywhere else.

i did not like it. the service was great and the place was neat and clean. the food is presented well but the it was too salty and small portions.

love the spot. family oriented but can also enjoy a cocktail or two. great menu that doesnt change unnecessarily. fig pizza a must and solid wait staff. look forward to susan's new spot areal sleeper for a great cheeseburger and very nice wood fired pizzas. cant miss on either

had dinner here during coolinary month.  i ordered the white gazpacho, squash blossom and burrata pizza, and the pot de creme.  the gazpacho wasn't bad, but it was odd; the bites with the grapes and/or almonds were pretty good, but the white base by itself was kinda meh.  the pizza was good.  i'd never had squash blossom before, and the burrata cheese was tasty.  the pot de creme was amazing; like light, mildly coffee-flavored pudding.

i had no problems with the service.  the parking was a bit chaotic during the prime dinner rush, but there's plenty enough around.  overall i'd recommend, especially for a chance to try the more unusual offerings.

do not come here!!! service was horrible. ordered 2 entrees, they brought 1 and not the other. there were 5 people in entire restaurant.

never will go back again!!!

i prefer the bar atmosphere here as a pose to the main dining area. the small bites are wonderful and entrees are equally tasty. i'm a huge fan of asian inspired dishes, apparently so is susan spicer.
i usually don't care for happy hour... cheap drinks, crap food. against my better judgement i checked this happy hour out. i had a wonderful moscow mule (@full price) and settled for a warm gorgonzola app....bleh! there was nothing good about this. like i said, i hate happy hour- unfortunately the regular menu isn't available until 5:30. for you happy hour lovers- from 3-6, 1/2 off house special drinks, house wine, & tap beers. as for me, i'll only be back during regular dining times.

fantastic food and for the price one of the best deals in town. no matter what the soup of the day is get it. open fire pizza oven just adds to an already good atmosphere. will be back as often as i can. i give it a 5 because that is as high as it goes.

delicious food. i love that they are always changing the menu. this is one of the better restaurants in lakeview. we usually get to go but have dined in a few times.

lakeview girl here and have been going to mondo for years. love that lakeview has upscale and classy. my visit last week was as good as ever. pisco cocktail was great - the first time i've seen pisco outside of trips to nyc which is nice. my table had the special pasta, peppers, pate, burger, pear and teleme pizza among other things. all were delicious. the special pasta was an appetizer size but i had it as my main and the richness of the dish allowed for that. the pizza was perfect and something i could eat again and again with no complaints. will absolutely return.

disappointed. went to mondo with high hopes for another susan spicer restaurant. food was good - not great but that was ok. place is much more casual and comfortable. but service was horrible - far from the standards i expected from a susan spicer restaurant. hostess was busy setting tables and leaving guests to wait. wait staff inattentive - had to ask two waiters (neither of which was ours) to get a refill on coffee. don't know if slowness of drink and food service was kitchen/bar backup or wait staff problem, but really detracted from a good meal and night out.

lilly b. the service at lunch was "very" bad. after being seated waited 15minutes before we were noticed. the food was ok but had to send some back to the kitchen as it was undercooked. bring a coat this is the coldest place ever !! will need to improve before i return.

lamb. fall off the bone delicious!

adequate but not stellar. this was a decent quality burger, and the flavor of the cheese and onions were very good. this is one of those cheffy burgers that leaves you feeling overwhelmed with fat; the meat might have been fine on its own, but there was a greasy feeling (butter?) on the top of the bun that it was too rich of an experience. the fries were fantastic though.

great experience!. i showed up at opening on sunday and sat at the bar. very personable server and great food. i had the grilled pimento cheese that was out of this world. i am definitely coming back

never going back!. my husband found a large, hard piece of plastic in his food, cut his tongue, was bleeding, etc. staff took his plate & told us plastic had broken off a food container in the kitchen. ok, stuff happens. but then he had no food to eat! staff did not even allow him to eat his accompaniments of beans & plantains. he didn't order another entrée cos we had to attend a concert & did not have time. very disappointed! our meal was ruined! husband left restaurant hungry & bleeding! only comp was his entrée, rest in our party of 4 paid full price tho our meals were also ruined!