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Vivoli Cafe & Trattoria #3
Vivoli's 2004 review in the Zagat survey raves: An "absolute gem" "in the heart of Sunset" and the "best deal in WeHo" is what those in-the-know call this "small" Italian for its "amazingly authentic", "well-prepared" cuisine, "reasonable prices" and "warm hospitality"; while generous groupies "highly recommend" it, others say "shhh-don't let anyone else in on the secret." Vivoli Cafe and Trattoria opened July 8, 2003. They bring to your table a collection of fine authentic Italian cuisine originating from the Northern to the Southern regions of Italy. Please come anytime of the day for lunch, a mid-day snack, or a fine four course dining experience. However you decide to dine at Vivoli, we want to become your neighborhood favorite! For a complete menu go to www.vivolicafe.com
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26 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 26 reviews
5 stars
(5)
4 stars
(10)
3 stars
(3)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(3)
Food
(Very Good)
3.4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(9)
- fit for foodies(4)
- romantic(3)
- special occasion(2)
- great for lunch(1)
Vivoli Cafe & Trattoria #3 Reviews List
Review 1 for Vivoli Cafe & Trattoria #3
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The day we went it was 90 degrees outside and almost that hot inside. We asked the waitress if the air conditioner was on and she replied that it's always that hot inside because the owner doesn't run the air conditioner on a cooler setting. She wasn't sure if the air conditioner was broke, or if that was his choice. We actually considered leaving to go find a restaurant that was cooler, but it was Mother's Day and we were afraid there would be no tables available at the last minute. The food is acceptable but all we could think about was finishing, paying the bill and getting outside. We will NOT return!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 2 for Vivoli Cafe & Trattoria #3
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A great experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I've eaten at Vivoli Cafe before and I was not disappointed with my choice during this visit. From beginning to end, the restaurant staff was courteous and service was prompt. The chicken picatta I ordered was delicious and the sauteed vegetables complemented the chicken well. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to others."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Vivoli Cafe & Trattoria #3
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Gooood stuff!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife and I love this place. It's local for us, and just really great food consistently. The staff is wonderful and we always have a great experience here."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Vivoli Cafe & Trattoria #3
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Horrible experience!
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I usually don't believe Yelp reviews but for this restaurant in TO - they were spot on. The service was HORRIBLE. Seated right away, our waitress took our drink order and we never saw her again. Her name was Amanda and she kept walking by our table and wouldn't even make eye contact to see if we needed anything.
The restaurant was not that busy (now I understand why) but it took 30 mins to take our order and we had to ask whomever seated us (the manager?) for someone to take our order. 20 mins after that, starter arrived. Bland, tasteless with stale bread.
30 mins after the appetizer - the main course. There is NOTHING positive about this restaurant. I would not go back even if it was offered for free."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2006
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Review 5 for Vivoli Cafe & Trattoria #3
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Will return
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Within the first 15 minutes I had decided that I was not going to return again. BUT.... after complaining that we had been sitting at our table without anyone welcoming us or bringing even a glass of water we received a heartfelt apology and some of the best service we have ever experienced. The olive tapenade served with the bread is a wonderful change from the usual oil & vinegar combo. The carpaccio was perfection and the pasta just right. We will return again and again."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2008
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Review 6 for Vivoli Cafe & Trattoria #3
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
good food, a bit pricey without
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"good food, a bit pricey without coupons but I keep returning"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 7 for Vivoli Cafe & Trattoria #3
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
pizza was VERY good this evening
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"pizza was VERY good this evening"
Dined on 02/28/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 8 for Vivoli Cafe & Trattoria #3
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
We like this restaurant, but
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We like this restaurant, but on Valentine's day they were clearly overwhelmed. Too few staff. They ran out of entrees. Service was extremely slow - three hours for dinner."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2008
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Review 9 for Vivoli Cafe & Trattoria #3
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
I read a number of Yelp reviews
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I read a number of Yelp reviews before going to this restaurant for Valentine's Day. I did note that a number of diners had complained about the service. I figured that the restaurant surely would have fixed the problem and would be ready for their big night. I was wrong. We arrived on time for a 6:45 reservation and were seated about 7:15. It took at least ten minutes for a waitress to come to our table. No one in our section of the restaurant had been served meals. All were waiting. After we ordered, we waited for over an hour when the waitress came over and said they were out of the rack of lamb I had ordered. We waited another 30 minutes, still with no entrees, and left after paying a corkage fee and for a salad. Unbelievable."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
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Review 10 for Vivoli Cafe & Trattoria #3
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Mediocre food bad policy
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Although the staff was friendly; service was slow and the food was mediocre. For an Italian restaurant we found the food to be quite bland. The sauces were light and bland. What really disappointed us was the automatic 15% gratuity added to your bill. We were a party of 3. I spoke with the manager and found out this is their policy regardless of party size. Horrible policy inasmuch as I am a good tipper but a tipper based upon quality of service. There are much better Italian restaurants and I will not go back."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
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Review 11 for Vivoli Cafe & Trattoria #3
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
POOR SERVICE!!! we waited
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"POOR SERVICE!!! we waited a really long time to get our main dishes and asked to speak with a manager which they said was too busy to come speak with us. Therefore, we walked out, without getting our main dish and without paying for anything since they appeared to not care at all."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
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Review 12 for Vivoli Cafe & Trattoria #3
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Had to wait over an hour to
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had to wait over an hour to get my food once I ordered it."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2011
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Vivoli Cafe & Trattoria #3
Based on the average of (14) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
0 out of 1 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate