MI VIDA
About This Spot
Stepping into MI VIDA, you immediately sense a vibrant energy paired with a welcoming warmth that makes the space feel like a casual yet thoughtfully curated neighborhood gem. Its eclectic decor—balanced with clean, open seating and views toward the water—creates a lively backdrop where the pace calmly hums, inviting guests to settle in and savor both company and conversation.
The atmosphere is relaxed but animated, the kind of place where catching up with friends or sharing a spontaneous date night feels just right. Staff move with easy attentiveness, always ready to share stories behind the menu’s inspirations or suggest the perfect pairing, enhancing the genuine connection between kitchen and table.
Rather than rushing through a plate, dining here encourages moments of discovery. The flavors elevate familiar Mexican staples through thoughtful twists—the kind that catch your attention without overwhelming. Whether it’s the rich depth of a slow-simmered birria, the playfulness of crispy plantains, or the fresh brightness of house-made guacamole paired with salsa roja, each bite offers a sense of place and tradition reimagined. The cocktail program mirrors this approach, balancing classic and creative with ingredients that complement rather than overshadow the food.
There is a subtle joy woven throughout the experience—from the inviting glow of shared plates sliding onto the table, to easy laughter and relaxed conversations that stretch long into the evening. MI VIDA feels less like a restaurant and more like a spirited gathering spot where food, drink, and atmosphere combine effortlessly to create memorable local moments.
What’s Available Here
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Outdoor seating
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No-contact delivery
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Delivery
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Takeaway
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Dine-in
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Fast service
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Great beer selection
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Great cocktails
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Great dessert
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Rooftop seating
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Serves local specialty
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Solo dining
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Wheelchair-accessible car park
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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Wheelchair-accessible seating
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Wheelchair-accessible toilet
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Alcohol
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Beer
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Cocktails
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Coffee
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Comfort food
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Happy-hour drinks
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Happy-hour food
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Healthy options
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Late-night food
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Organic dishes
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Private dining room
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Small plates
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Spirits
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Vegetarian options
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Wine
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Breakfast
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Brunch
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Catering
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Dessert
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Seating
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Table service
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Bar on site
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Gender-neutral toilets
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Toilet
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Wi-Fi
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Wi-Fi
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Casual
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Cosy
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Romantic
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Trending
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Trendy
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Upmarket
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Family friendly
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Groups
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LGBTQ+ friendly
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Tourists
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Transgender safe space
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Brunch reservations recommended
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Lunch reservations recommended
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Dinner reservations recommended
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Accepts reservations
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Usually a wait
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Credit cards
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Debit cards
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NFC mobile payments
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Credit cards
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Good for kids
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High chairs
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Kids' menu
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Paid multi-storey car park
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Paid parking lot
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Paid street parking
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Dogs allowed outside
Location & Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM | |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM | |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM | |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM | |
| Friday | 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM | |
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| Saturday | 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM | |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM |
Sercan DAGDELEN 18 Dec 2025
It was a wonderful dinner experience. I ordered 2 tacos and 2 platillos. The “Camaros taco” was my favorite, and I definitely recommend trying the “Quesabirria”. Everything was delicious. Our server T.K. gave us detailed explanations about the menu before and after the service and helped us with our choices. With such great service and flavors, it turned into a memorable evening. I will definitely come back!
Chase Wheatley 20 Nov 2025
The carne tacos were amazing. Enchiladas pollo fantástico. Plantains were so flavorful. And last the volcano something desert was perfect. Service was amazing as well thanks Ana R.
David 07 Nov 2025
Love the atmosphere here. Eclectic and fun decor. Good vibes. River views and great food! We stopped in for snack and a drink. The chips and salsa were some of the best we’ve ever had. Great heat level for the salsa. Great chips that were sturdy for dipping and flavorful. Francesca was a good server and had great recommendations for the menu. She did seem perturbed when we asked for more chips for the salsa but other than that, she was great. The views were good. The wait was next to nothing. Good experience overall. We would definitely comeback.
Taylor Fulwider 06 Nov 2025
Totally enjoyed the experience here. The restaurant itself is beautiful and well spaced out. Our waitress was very helpful in suggesting what to order! We had the chips and salsa, frozen margaritas, pescado tacos, quesobirria, chocolate cake and flan for dessert. I will say I was a little let down by the tacos, it felt like they needed more sauce or something had been left off- while edible, just tasted incomplete. Other than that, everything else we had was great, we would definitely come back if we lived locally!
Sara VanGrunsven-Eanni 06 Nov 2025
Mi Vida was given to us as a recommendation for dinner. I had no idea it was going to be some of the best food I have had! We ended up doing more Al a cart and smaller dishes to share. We had the Brussels sprouts, egg rolls, burra, and queso fundido. With out a doubt, the Brussels sprout dish blew me out of the water. It had such a unique taste that just makes my mouth water as I type this. There were caramelized pecans and cranberries also in this dish with a limecrema sauce that went on top. Everything else was amazing and as expected but by far we found our favorite dish. The drinks were amazing and our service was nice! The third floor has amazing views and worth sitting up there if you get the opportunity. Check this place out too!
Donny B 03 Nov 2025
Very nice vibe here on the water and the food was amazing and very creative. Corn bread shaped like ears of corn! The mole sauce had a deep rich flavor that made the enchiladas so delicious. Service was spot-on even on a busy night....kudos to the team at Mi Vida.
Ben Park 31 Oct 2025
Great atmosphere for both indoors and patio seatings. They offer varieties of cocktails and the ones we tried out were all delicious. Guacamole was a bit lackluster, but the fajita was fantastic. Overall, we’ve enjoyed our time here.