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Vivace - Park Hyatt Aviara
Italian for “alive,” Vivace Restaurant features innovative, Italian cuisine in elegant yet contemporary surroundings. The AAA Four-Diamond Vivace Restaurant features an exquisite regional Italian cuisine, created by Chef de Cuisine Jesse Paul, showcasing decadent entrees with an award winning comprehensive wine list highlighting selections from various regions throughout Italy. All pastas are house-made daily, using only organic ingredients, come try the sensational Risotto all’Astice or the famous Fettuccine alla Bolognese. Dine by the cozy fireplace in the winter or on the inviting terrace during the warmer summer months, while enjoying the spectacular ocean and golf course vistas.
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44 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 44 reviews
5 stars
(27)
4 stars
(12)
3 stars
(2)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(31)
- fit for foodies(26)
- romantic(25)
- scenic view(16)
- great for brunch(13)
- neighborhood gem(12)
Vivace - Park Hyatt Aviara Reviews List
Review 1 for Vivace - Park Hyatt Aviara
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A hidden treasure!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"San Diego offers a plethora of superb dining opportunities, but VIVACE comfortably holds one of the top spots! Tucked away in a flower-filled neighborhood, this gem is nestled on a bluff high above a tranquil lagoon. We began our evening relaxing to jazz in the lively lounge. A cheerful greeting awaited us as we were led through the warm yet sophisticated dining room. A truly exceptional dining experience was ahead of us! The menu was rich in creativity, yet reflected the essence of Italian cuisine. Each course was innovative and saturated with flavor. Chef Jesse Paul nourishes your imagination and guides you through a world of extraordinary food, while the staff ensures that the service and ambience completes your experience. Mille Grazie"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 2 for Vivace - Park Hyatt Aviara
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Almost 3 hours to serve 6 people!!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was a special dinner for 6 friends to celebrate a birthday. We arrived at 7.30 and left at 10.15. Absolutely ridiculous for 3 courses! I am a sophisticated diner but the experience at Vivace was less than stellar. The food was fine but not outstanding."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 3 for Vivace - Park Hyatt Aviara
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place to relax and enjoy
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great place to relax and enjoy a leisurely Sunday brunch"
Dined on 04/21/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 4 for Vivace - Park Hyatt Aviara
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Vivace's Sunday Brunch is
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Vivace's Sunday Brunch is lovely. They serve a buffet of appetizers: fish, vegetables, salamis, cheeses etc., and a dessert buffet (fabulous, save room). The entree is served family style, so everyone can have a taste. The wine list was excellent also. We never felt rushed and the room is very pleasant with a lovely fireplace. Can't wait to go back again."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2006
Special Features: great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 5 for Vivace - Park Hyatt Aviara
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food and service were
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food and service were outstanding. Will return soon!"
Dined on 04/14/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 6 for Vivace - Park Hyatt Aviara
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice evening
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went there twice now in less then six month food is great service is top class Marshall and his team make it happen, twice we celebrated each other birthday."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 7 for Vivace - Park Hyatt Aviara
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place for brunch. Their
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great place for brunch. Their crudo bar and homemade cheeses are a wonderful delight for the senses. Chef Jesse is very knowledgable and passionate on food and is very interactive with his guests. The resturant is also very accomidating on food allergies and will assist with alternative fare."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 8 for Vivace - Park Hyatt Aviara
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great ambiance, nice view
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great ambiance, nice view of the ocean from the hotel.Food was very good--cooked very nicely, interesting/creative preparations. The outcome was not our favorite for any of the dishes, however. One was very heavy, one felt like two dishes in one, and the dessert was just ok.Would try again because everything was so nice there, but wish we could have "hit" on some of our dishes"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2010
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Vivace - Park Hyatt Aviara
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Did not honor seating request.
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Did not honor seating request. Spinach tortellini was very salty."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2009
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Review 10 for Vivace - Park Hyatt Aviara
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful experience. Great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful experience. Great service. Delicious menu."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Vivace - Park Hyatt Aviara
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place for a special
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great place for a special occasion!!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 12 for Vivace - Park Hyatt Aviara
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Try the Sunday Brunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We endjoyed our Brunch. It was my Birthday and the food was outstanding. A great place for Sunday Brunch. Like being in Europe"
Dined on 02/17/2013
2008
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 13 for Vivace - Park Hyatt Aviara
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very, Very Noisy restaurant.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very, Very Noisy restaurant. I did not expect that a fine dining restaurant would sound like a high school cafeteria. The food was very good. The service was very basic."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2009
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Review 14 for Vivace - Park Hyatt Aviara
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Viva Vivice!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"An outstanding culinary adventure! Everything about our evening was perfect. The view was gorgeous. The wait staff so professional, efficient, warm and capable. And the food--oh my gosh! Can't wait to go back!"
Dined on 02/13/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 15 for Vivace - Park Hyatt Aviara
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I know Valentine's Day isn't
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I know Valentine's Day isn't when you can expect to see a restaurant at its best, but we had an especially terrible experience. To be brief, we were seated in a drab hallway outside the main dining room, despite having made reservations months and months in advance and having requested a loveseat in the main dining room. Also, the service was incredibly slow. We didn't receive our wine pairing for two of the five courses until after we had finished the food for that course! The only positive element was that the food was delicious as always."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2007
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Review 16 for Vivace - Park Hyatt Aviara
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We very much enjoyed their
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We very much enjoyed their Sunday Pranzo brunch. Had a lovely table by the fireplace. Food was amazing. Service was exceptional. Can't wait to go back."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Vivace - Park Hyatt Aviara
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding Italian Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Best Italian food that I have eaten in some time--NO Pizza. Sorry I live 90 minutes away or I would be a regular."
Dined on 02/07/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 18 for Vivace - Park Hyatt Aviara
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We always enjoy Vivace. Everything
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We always enjoy Vivace. Everything was great."
Dined on 01/28/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 19 for Vivace - Park Hyatt Aviara
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding in all aspects,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Outstanding in all aspects, our second time at Vivace and we will be back."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 20 for Vivace - Park Hyatt Aviara
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Neighborhood Favorite
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Chef Jesse is an Italian Food God as is Chef Franck for his amazing desserts. We live locally & love Vivace for the consistently delicious food, excellent service & perfect ambiance."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Vivace - Park Hyatt Aviara
Based on the average of (24) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
4 out of 4 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate