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Vivace

Translated from the Italian language, Vivace means "lively", which is exactly the ambiance at Vivace Ristorante where culinary creations join with excellent wines to celebrate the cuisine of Northern Italy. Highly regarded as one of the best restaurants on the Peninsula, Vivace Ristorante is located in the charming city of Belmont. The warm interior is designed as to permit the viewing of the talented chefs as they prepare an array of Italian dishes with emphasis in the regions of Piemonte and Toscana. With its exceptional cuisine, elegant ambiance, high level of service, and extensive wine list (2003-2012 Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence), Vivace creates a wonderful dining experience in which the gastronomia of Northern Italy is celebrated everyday!
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137 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
(137 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 137 reviews
5 stars
(56)
4 stars
(64)
3 stars
(14)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(1)
Food 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Service 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Ambiance 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Noise Level
2.1 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • neighborhood gem(104)
  • fit for foodies(53)
  • special occasion(52)
  • romantic(44)
  • good for groups(39)
  • notable wine list(30)
Vivace Reviews List
Review 1 for Vivace
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Osso Bucco

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/19/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Our entree was delicious! Must get the Lava Cake for dessert!"
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Vivace
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A bit of Italy-around the corner

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Dined on 5/19/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"It is hard to believe Vivace has been a Belmont fixture for 19 years. The food was as good as maybe even better then found on the streets of Rome or Firenze...and it's just down the street!!!!. The service , and the food were very good. The menu selection diverse. My wife had the vegetarian pizza - I thought - yuck !- I was wrong it was great!!! . The Tortellini alla Vivace -(veal stuffed) was al dente and delicious.
We'll be back"
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Vivace
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Mother's Day Sure Thing

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Four of us enjoyed Mother's Day Dinner at Vivace. The food was good, but not great as prior meals have been. Service was attentive but a bit slow although I attribute that to a packed house for Mother's Day with a wave a guests arriving the same time we did. Overall, still a favorite but need to return soon to see if their fare still impresses."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Vivace
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

always a good dining experience

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is truly a neighborhood gem and we are always greeted warmly by the owner and staff. Food is consistently good and there is something for everyone on the menu."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 5 for Vivace
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great food. Lots to choose from and no option disappoints. Notables are the skirt steak, pork loin and chicken divoli. If you're craving traditional Italian, the gnocchi is a must."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 6 for Vivace
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Nice quiet neighbor restaurant

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We frequent Vivace and like it better than Divino or Mistral. It isn't always consistent, but the food is good and the ambiance is very good. We did not have good pasta this trip and pizza was ok. The wine list is lacking some. Used to be better."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Vivace
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Local

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Dined on 5/01/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Unfortunately, this was not a good experience. I had taken my wife here for her birthday with our 2 daughters, and the service was very poor. Our waiter was slow, and inattentive. When one of his helpers brought our dinners, he had no idea who had what, so had to ask. This is inexcusable at a restaurant of this level. They also brought 2 of the meals separately, and much later than the first. We have dined here numerous times over the years, and found it to be very inconsistent. Very disappointing, when you consider our dinner for 4 was over $140, before tip."
Dined on 5/01/2013
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Review 8 for Vivace
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Service was mediocre at best.

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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
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3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"Service was mediocre at best. The server seemed uninterested in making any connection with us. One of the worst servers that I have encountered in several years. We have been to this restaurant several times and never experienced such poor service. As usual, the food was good so our visit was not a loss."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2001
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for Vivace
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food is very good and service

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4 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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4 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"Food is very good and service was good. The only down side is the restaurant is a little too noisy."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2010
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Vivace
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Vivace has always been one

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"Vivace has always been one of my favorite restaurants. Service was a little slow but that was due to large parties that seemed to arrive at the same time.
All the dishes we ordered were very satisfactory-- the ahi tuna, lasagna, and the potato wrapped sea bass."
Dined on 04/23/2013
 2001
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 11 for Vivace
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food was outstanding.

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Moderate
"The food was outstanding. The waiter was more than helpful on selections. Great wine list and great value for the quality of food. Even the we do not live in the area we will find a reason to go back to try other items on the menu. An outstanding neighborhood place. Do not miss if you are looking for graet Italian food. They make you feel like you are a regular"
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 12 for Vivace
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

It's always a pleasure to

OpenTable Diner Since
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2002
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2002
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"It's always a pleasure to dine at Vivace; the ambiance and food are excellent and service is outstanding."
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2002
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 13 for Vivace
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food, friendly service,

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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"Great food, friendly service, and a great place to just relax."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for Vivace
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

For the prices they had I

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"For the prices they had I was expecting a wow factor in the dishes. I'd go for a lunch or maybe an appetizer/wine night with friends."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find
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Review 15 for Vivace
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Excellent pear salad, though

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Excellent pear salad, though would have enjoyed more if the pears had not been spiced. Had the osso buco lamb shank. Tender but not as flavorful as I remembered in the past. However sauce + creamy polenta was a great combination."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2009
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 16 for Vivace
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

As always - the food and service

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"As always - the food and service were just outstanding!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 17 for Vivace
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The waiters get to know your

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"The waiters get to know your name, and the owner will come out and say hello from time to time. Great dining experience!"
Dined on 03/26/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Vivace
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

2 for 2

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Great dinner, loved the customer focus. Got our favorite table....."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 19 for Vivace
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We are glad we tried Vivace.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We are glad we tried Vivace. The food was very good. My wife had the red snapper, and I had the veal with marsala sauce. The atmosphere is very nice, quite tastefully done. The bar appeared nice as well. The service was good, but a bit slow. The wine list was good. Yes, wewill return and try it again."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2000
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 20 for Vivace
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

My friend and I had the veal

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"My friend and I had the veal scaloppini and a side order of brussels sprouts. All very delicious. The sauce was wonderful and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. The restaurant was, as always, very noisy, but I love their food so will eat there again."
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 21 for Vivace
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We had a great time and the

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had a great time and the wait staff let us stay and talk as long as we wanted. A wonderful evening."
Dined on 03/19/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Vivace
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Celebrated birthdays for my

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Celebrated birthdays for my daughter and grandson at a wonderful and delightful dining experience. Everyone was so attentive, courteous and efficient!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2004
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 23 for Vivace
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful meal we went early

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"Wonderful meal we went early and they were not to busy so we asked for a couple of changes on the menu and they were very accommodating."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2011
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Vivace
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Enjoyable meal. one room

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"Enjoyable meal.
one room for couples and another room available for families with small children.
We would go back again!
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Dined on 03/15/2013
 2006
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 25 for Vivace
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Amusing fact: the old school

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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"Amusing fact: the old school waiter gave the wine list to one of three men in a table of nine. Did not cross his mind at all to even acknowledge the women at the table visually for the wine operation. It's definitely an old school place."
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2006
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 26 for Vivace
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

another good meal at Vivace's.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"another good meal at Vivace's. Leek and basil pizza was fabulous. Took half home as the house salad was so big, I was getting full - of course the wonderful french bread helped a big. Love their bread - very crunchy crust and not too soft middle... Very enjoyable meal. Also at our table was the baked eggplant with reports of DELICIOUS. I did notice that as the restaurant started to fill up - we ate at 5:30, the noise level was increasing. I have not had a party there but there a couple of large groups in side rooms."
Dined on 03/06/2013
 2004
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 27 for Vivace
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Staff were very helpful with

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4 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"Staff were very helpful with party of 16 from China and Europe."
Dined on 03/06/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for Vivace
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Had to wait over an hour for

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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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3 / 5
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"Had to wait over an hour for a table had a 7 o'clock res and wasn't given a table until 8."
Dined on 03/07/2013
 2012
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Review 29 for Vivace
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Best in Belmont

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"Our favorite Italian in Belmont. Wife and i come here often. Great bartender (order the Manhattan); excellent specials."
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 30 for Vivace
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I have never been dissappointed

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"I have never been dissappointed with my dinners or events at Vivace. I am a huge fan!"
Dined on 02/21/2013
 2002
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 31 for Vivace
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I have been there several

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(Very Good) 4 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"I have been there several times and the food and service have been consistently good. Each time I have tried something different, but everything I have gotten has been very well prepared, tasty and visually appealing. They take care with their ingredients. I've been there with kids once and they have a pretty good kids menu. Service is friendly and attentive."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2000
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 32 for Vivace
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Romantic ambiance, more than

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1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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"Romantic ambiance, more than decent service, bartenders who actually knows how to make drinks stiff!!!!!!!!!!!!!! everything else was really good but their food was one of the worst ever!!!!!!!
Skirt Steak that my friend got and New York Steak for me was good other than it was too burnt outside. However their pasta (Paglia e Fiano) that my wife had was one of the worst pasta that we ever tasted.
I would only go back if i have to grab a drink after dinner. First part of experience before food was very good but after we receive what we ordered, it was the biggest disappointment ever for valentines day."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2009
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Review 33 for Vivace
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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"We celebrated Valentine's Day here and the atmosphere and service were great. I had the seafood risotto and my husband had a snapper. Both were delicious. I was especially impressed that there were big, fresh pieces of fish in my risotto."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 34 for Vivace
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

We had a 7:15 reservation

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(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
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2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
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"We had a 7:15 reservation and didn't get seated until 8:20. The hostess was so rude, she could have made a bad situation better by being more pleasant. When we finally sat down it took our waiter a half and hour to take our order. The food was good but the rest of the experience ruined the night."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2005
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Review 35 for Vivace
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food and dessert were excellent,

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(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Moderate
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"Food and dessert were excellent, but pricy. Was there to celebrate a 30th birthday. Made reservation via Open Table, but didn't receive any complimentary cake. I guess I should have asked."
Dined on 02/12/2013
 2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 36 for Vivace
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very efficient service --

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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"Very efficient service -- I say this because we had a play to attend close by and we were served quickly but not too quickly. Food, very good and wine too. Waiter was attentive."
Dined on 02/07/2013
 2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 37 for Vivace
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I live in the neighborhood,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I live in the neighborhood, so I tend to come here about once a month or so. Every time I've come to Vivace, I've had a great meal, with great wine, served to me by a manager, waiters and a host/hostess that are cordial, and friendly.
This restaurant is one of those places that offers great food, at a reasonable price, with free parking. What's not to love?
Come and enjoy this gem...
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Dined on 02/06/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 38 for Vivace
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

5 stars

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Very pleasant surroundings with great food!
Yummy bread pudding
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Dined on 01/31/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 39 for Vivace
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Our family has been loyal

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our family has been loyal to Vivace since day one. The food is excellent and the best in Belmont and in the whole county. From the caesar salad to the best short ribs I have ever had you can't go wrong. The dessert list is marvelous as well with the best profiteroles in town. Take a group or for a romantic evening it is worth your time. The service exceeds as well."
Dined on 01/30/2013
 2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 40 for Vivace
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We go here monthly and are

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We go here monthly and are never disappointed. Sometimes we just go to the Happy Hour in the bar area - which is a great deal - other times for a sit down dinner. Staff is friendly and attentive but not over-bearing. Food is consistently very good. It is our "go to" restaurant."
Dined on 01/31/2013
 2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 41 for Vivace
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Reliable Italian in Belmont

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Wife and I have dined here many times. We know what to expect: Very good food, decent service. Bartender makes exceptional Manhattans. I often get the Penne con Salsiccia; wife often gets Linguine con Vongole. Never disappoints. Appetizers and deserts are also quite good."
Dined on 01/31/2013
 2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 42 for Vivace
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

good food and service - we

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"good food and service - we will be back"
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 43 for Vivace
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Warm and Engaging

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Made our birthday celebration with friends we hadn't seen for some time very special."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2004
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 44 for Vivace
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food was excellent and

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was excellent and they had a great wine list."
Dined on 01/24/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Vivace
Based on the average of (93) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
9 out of 9 recommend this product
Food 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Service 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Ambiance 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Noise Level
2.1 / 3
Energetic