Our server was incredibly helpful, though I don't recall his name. The food was amazing, and the atmosphere is composed and sophisticated.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeanette Bowers
We went for dinner to celebrate my birthday and it was wonderful. The food was awesome, the service was excellent and the atmosphere was enjoyable. I would recommend to anyone looking for excellent Italian cuisine that is top shelf in every regard. They offer choices in nearly every price range, as well as a children's menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nicholas Crossley
Best Italian food in Raleigh. Atmosphere is amazing. Sit in the patio in the spring/summer.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Robert Viggiano
Might have been the worst meal we ever had. OsoBuco was horrible and under cooked. Market fish was a block of salt. Was sick when arrived home and again this morning. Never coming back
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
Travis Wayne
I made a reservation on a Saturday night, so I knew it would be busy. However, this did not at all detract from my experience. The service was fantastic! I do not remember our servers name, but the gentlemen with a tattoo sleeve on his left arm was prompt, courteous, and gave amazing recommendations on the wine selection. The vibe and atmosphere was perfect. Music wasn't too loud, lighting was dim, but not too dim. And the food? Incredible. I got the Veal Saltimbocca and it was so tender I could cut it with my fork. The sauce had such a nice rounded flavor with a small brightness of lemon. And the Tiramisu? Absolutely OUT OF THIS WORLD! 10/10 would recommend to anyone looking for a great date night, or just some amazing Italian cuisine.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Donna Morea
Always a pleasure to eat here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ernie B
Group meeting for 20. Ordered from regular menu and food was out quickly. Staff served without disturbing speakers. Little bit loud at lunch. Would have been better had we closed the doors.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Emily Brown
Brad is truly the essence of good service. He is the reason my boyfriend and I keep coming back here. The food is absolutely delicious but the recommendations and the lovely service is what sets it apart. Thank you Brad! We love this place because of you ! Thank you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Elizabeth Scott
Great dinner with friends at this Italian dinner. Food was delicious. We shared apps of meatballs, foccacia & roasted brussel sprouts. I had the Pappardelle Bolognese and it was perfect. Noodles tasted fresh & done right & the meat sauce was good. Some folks opted for the affogato for dessert. They said it was perfect. Took off one star because they had the music cranked so loud that people had to shout to be heard. Why do restaurants do that? It's annoying. Go for the food & ask them to turn it down. :-)
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Beverly L.
Scallops were amazing in the risotto. Great atmosphere. Service is top notch.
My husband and I visited Vivace during our visit from Ohio and I can’t recommend this place enough. I can’t remember our servers name but he was a bald guy with glasses from New York and he made our visit amazing. He was attentive, accommodating, and pleasant. He gave great recommendations for food and drinks. I explained what type of drink I like and he pointed out a drink that I absolutely loved, and that’s rare for me. I got the scallops and risotto that was prepared just right and my husband had the lamb chops that were seasoned and grilled to perfection. We had calamari as an appetizer and I explained that I didn’t like the tentacles and he made sure we only had the rings. My husband and I truly enjoyed our visit here not only for the amazing food but the service as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Maurox
This place went downhill after coming here for so many years. food is not good anymore, service is whatever and place is not as clean as it use to be. I’m surprised they haven’t change management as it needs it asap, there’s lots of competition out there in Raleigh now and vivace is falling behind, you are losing customers at a fast pace. Sorry won’t be coming anymore
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
KIRSTEN Haglund
Absolutely horrendous service! We are restaurant owners and would never go back here!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Tanisha Mcneil
Went here to celebrate a friend's birthday dinner and it was both our first time. Enjoyed it the ambience was great will definitely go again...good fantastic something new to try
Our server was incredibly helpful, though I don't recall his name. The food was amazing, and the atmosphere is composed and sophisticated.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We went for dinner to celebrate my birthday and it was wonderful. The food was awesome, the service was excellent and the atmosphere was enjoyable. I would recommend to anyone looking for excellent Italian cuisine that is top shelf in every regard. They offer choices in nearly every price range, as well as a children's menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best Italian food in Raleigh. Atmosphere is amazing. Sit in the patio in the spring/summer.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Might have been the worst meal we ever had. OsoBuco was horrible and under cooked. Market fish was a block of salt. Was sick when arrived home and again this morning. Never coming back
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
I made a reservation on a Saturday night, so I knew it would be busy. However, this did not at all detract from my experience. The service was fantastic! I do not remember our servers name, but the gentlemen with a tattoo sleeve on his left arm was prompt, courteous, and gave amazing recommendations on the wine selection. The vibe and atmosphere was perfect. Music wasn't too loud, lighting was dim, but not too dim. And the food? Incredible. I got the Veal Saltimbocca and it was so tender I could cut it with my fork. The sauce had such a nice rounded flavor with a small brightness of lemon. And the Tiramisu? Absolutely OUT OF THIS WORLD! 10/10 would recommend to anyone looking for a great date night, or just some amazing Italian cuisine.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Always a pleasure to eat here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Group meeting for 20. Ordered from regular menu and food was out quickly. Staff served without disturbing speakers. Little bit loud at lunch. Would have been better had we closed the doors.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Brad is truly the essence of good service. He is the reason my boyfriend and I keep coming back here. The food is absolutely delicious but the recommendations and the lovely service is what sets it apart. Thank you Brad! We love this place because of you ! Thank you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great dinner with friends at this Italian dinner. Food was delicious. We shared apps of meatballs, foccacia & roasted brussel sprouts. I had the Pappardelle Bolognese and it was perfect. Noodles tasted fresh & done right & the meat sauce was good. Some folks opted for the affogato for dessert. They said it was perfect. Took off one star because they had the music cranked so loud that people had to shout to be heard. Why do restaurants do that? It's annoying. Go for the food & ask them to turn it down. :-)
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Scallops were amazing in the risotto. Great atmosphere. Service is top notch.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
My husband and I visited Vivace during our visit from Ohio and I can’t recommend this place enough. I can’t remember our servers name but he was a bald guy with glasses from New York and he made our visit amazing. He was attentive, accommodating, and pleasant. He gave great recommendations for food and drinks. I explained what type of drink I like and he pointed out a drink that I absolutely loved, and that’s rare for me. I got the scallops and risotto that was prepared just right and my husband had the lamb chops that were seasoned and grilled to perfection. We had calamari as an appetizer and I explained that I didn’t like the tentacles and he made sure we only had the rings. My husband and I truly enjoyed our visit here not only for the amazing food but the service as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place went downhill after coming here for so many years. food is not good anymore, service is whatever and place is not as clean as it use to be. I’m surprised they haven’t change management as it needs it asap, there’s lots of competition out there in Raleigh now and vivace is falling behind, you are losing customers at a fast pace. Sorry won’t be coming anymore
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Absolutely horrendous service! We are restaurant owners and would never go back here!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Went here to celebrate a friend's birthday dinner and it was both our first time. Enjoyed it the ambience was great will definitely go again...good fantastic something new to try
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gelato, Veal Saltimbocca
It was a great place to get a great cocktail 🍸
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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