The caprese salad to start was delish. Bread has to be purchased vs. given to the table like many places do. My food came out cold (I did a combo of ravioli and meatballs). The meatballs tasted like they were taken out of the fridge and sat on my plate. My friends plates were also not hot... but we only asked to fix mine since they were cold cold. Our waiter/service was great! My plate returned piping hot as it should have the first time. It was good, not memorable. My friend also said her pizza was so hard the crust was hard to chew thru. I'm not eager to go back, but I would give them another chance if the occassion arose.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Beverly Tan
Great local spot that I've been going to for years! Its my go to pick for out of town visitors
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jessica Morella
I’ve been a patron of Vivace for many years and generally enjoyed it in the past. However, something has changed. The quality of the food was disappointing and under seasoned. My husband had chicken, $30 for 3 thighs that were dry as hell without much flavor. I had the osso bucco and it was greasy and bland. We also ordered a pizza and couldn’t get past how dry the crust was. Seems like some of the heart is missing. The prices are high, ingredients aren’t in line with what you get, flavors are subpar and I don’t think we’ll be trying again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Stuart Gordon
My daughters favorite restaurant!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alessandro
Delightful dinner this week at Vivace! The cocktails were very creative, cleverly built around genuine Italian traditions like the Carciofo (with Cynar, an artichoke-extracted liquor) or Italianized versions of American classics, the food was equally delicious and innovative but firmly anchored to Italian themes and traditions, and the “only-Italian” excellent selection of wines was a true gem! My pork osso buco was melt-in-your-mouth… Worth the visit! 👌🏼👌🏼
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kidda Fujioka
Staff is super knowledgeable and friendly. But the food for the price is... a let down. The cacio e pepe is the worst I have ever had. But the wine selection is fantastic. I liked the bruschetta a lot but otherwise was pretty disappointed.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Gordon Hirsch
Rob is awesome! Great experience!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ron Dixon
First time experience today and it was Excellent. Our waiter Bryan couldn't have been more professional. The Callimari was excellent as were the Pasta Dishes. We will be back for sure!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
James Tawes
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.
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.
The caprese salad to start was delish. Bread has to be purchased vs. given to the table like many places do. My food came out cold (I did a combo of ravioli and meatballs). The meatballs tasted like they were taken out of the fridge and sat on my plate. My friends plates were also not hot... but we only asked to fix mine since they were cold cold. Our waiter/service was great! My plate returned piping hot as it should have the first time. It was good, not memorable. My friend also said her pizza was so hard the crust was hard to chew thru. I'm not eager to go back, but I would give them another chance if the occassion arose.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Great local spot that I've been going to for years! Its my go to pick for out of town visitors
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’ve been a patron of Vivace for many years and generally enjoyed it in the past. However, something has changed. The quality of the food was disappointing and under seasoned. My husband had chicken, $30 for 3 thighs that were dry as hell without much flavor. I had the osso bucco and it was greasy and bland. We also ordered a pizza and couldn’t get past how dry the crust was. Seems like some of the heart is missing. The prices are high, ingredients aren’t in line with what you get, flavors are subpar and I don’t think we’ll be trying again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
My daughters favorite restaurant!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delightful dinner this week at Vivace! The cocktails were very creative, cleverly built around genuine Italian traditions like the Carciofo (with Cynar, an artichoke-extracted liquor) or Italianized versions of American classics, the food was equally delicious and innovative but firmly anchored to Italian themes and traditions, and the “only-Italian” excellent selection of wines was a true gem! My pork osso buco was melt-in-your-mouth… Worth the visit! 👌🏼👌🏼
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Staff is super knowledgeable and friendly. But the food for the price is... a let down. The cacio e pepe is the worst I have ever had. But the wine selection is fantastic. I liked the bruschetta a lot but otherwise was pretty disappointed.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Rob is awesome! Great experience!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time experience today and it was Excellent. Our waiter Bryan couldn't have been more professional. The Callimari was excellent as were the Pasta Dishes. We will be back for sure!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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
Restaurantji Recommends
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
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