We stopped by for dinner one night and sat on the patio with a beautiful view of the mountains. The restaurant is bright and airy, the service is great and the food was consistently good. We ended up sharing some bread, a salad and a pizza. It was just the right amount of food and we really enjoyed the experience.
(4)
Chris B.
We thought the pizza was fabulous. Thin crust but some chewy like it should be. The pasta was perfect. Even the thin spaghetti was not overcooked. Very nice sauce as well. I thought the sole was a tad bland but nicely prepared (I like spicy and will choose a pasta next time). Nice decor, music at the right level, not deaf inducing. Great waiter. great service. We were hesitant to try it as we hated the loud obnoxious next door neighbor (Sumo Maya), which for reasons unknown is always busy. But really glad we did, and we will be back soon.
(5)
Chad D.
This review is very late (we ate there 12-31-14), but I felt compelled to comment since I saw it listed as a "hot" new restaurant on Eater.com , which is a sight I typically trust. It is not "hot" nor is it good. One giveaway that it's probably not so great is when you leave Sumo Maya's standing room only crowd and walk next door to Vivo and the dining room is half empty. But, we gave it a shot anyway. First, the service was a incomprehensibly poor. We waiting at least 10 minutes to be greeted once sat and another table next to us just laughed along with us because they had arrived before us and were also still waiting. Once I got up and asked the host where our server was, someone came over and took a drink order. (At a really good restaurant, that host would simply come over and take the drink order immediately, not search for the server). We finally ordered drinks, and those took another 10 minutes. Service-wise it got slightly better from there, but then the food came. Again, it was six months ago, but I remember one of us got the butternut squash pasta. It tasted like some pre-made sauce had been applied and the pasta texture was just weird. I also remember neither of us finished our meals and I believe we told the server the pasta was not good. We received not comps on the bill. Stay away from this joint.
(1)
Karen W.
I've never been to Italy, but this is probably the closest you'll come to eating a fine Italian meal in the valley of the sun. Freshness and quality, combined with great service make this restaurant a gem to behold in the rich culinary diversity of Scottsdale. Right upon seating you are served some fresh toasted bread drizzled with olive oil. The bread slices were perfect, a good balance of crisp crust with soft, slightly chewy center. The olive oil was high quality and was very flavorful. We ordered a variety of dishes, from pizza, to a remarkable seafood platter, to pasta. I ordered the black pasta. The pasta itself is hand made fresh, with the addition of squid ink to give it its signature dark color. I was excited to try this dish out since I've never had squid ink pasta before, and I was impressed. The pasta was cooked perfectly, with a slight salty, deep briny flavor. It went well with the sauce, langostinos, and scallops. I also tried some of the margherita pizza, which was superbly executed with a thin, crispy crust and lovely toppings. I also tried part of a meatball which was perfectly seasoned, with a delightful soft texture. My friend that had the impressive seafood platter (Lobster, clams, scallops, and possibly more!) enjoyed his meal overall, but did remark that the clams were gritty. Service was very polite and impeccable. Drinks were refilled quite often, and we were checked on as needed. Parking in this plaza is a bit of a pain since there are limited spots, but they do make up for it by offering free valet. This is definitely a new favorite for Italian food for me!
(4)
Allie H.
If there were 10/5 stars I would put that! Best customer service I've ever experienced and best Italian ever. The owner, who owns tomaso's in Phoenix, and if you're a native you'll recognize the name because it's been around for forever, c ame up and gave us personal recommendations for our pasta and customized it because we are so picky! Prices are great. will definitely come back!
(5)
Erin R.
Yuuuuuuuuum!! Last month, I ate at Vivo twice in a two week period because it is so delicious. I am a sucker for homemade pasta. Both times I ordered a pasta special called the Michaelangelo. The sauce involved short rib, truffle something or other, and, I think, magic. It was heavenly, as were the fresh spinach noodles that it topped. My bf ordered the ravioli, and it was the best ravioli I have ever eaten. I never order ravioli at restaurants because I love noodles so much, but, I might have to make an exception next time I eat there. My friend ordered the carbonara, and it was great too--not overly heavy, which is quite an accomplishment in my book. I also had the Vivo salad, and it was very light and fresh. The pizzas looked amazing, so I'm hoping to try one before too long. Definitely check this place out!
(5)
Karolina D.
Wanted to find a new Italian restaurant and a couple of friends suggested Vivo. I'm so grateful they did! We had a delicious dinner tonight and we'll definitely be back! I started with the Lobster Bisque and it was awesome! Definitely worth the $11 price! Enjoyed the yummy Veal Piccata, followed by the Tiramisu. Hubby and father-in-law both had the homemade pasta with meatballs. Brother-in-law had the salmon and son had the Black Linguine with Langostino Lobster and Scallops. Amazing! The service was excellent - zero complaints. Thank you Vivo!
(5)
Skip F.
I watched this place being built and fitted out over months. As with most neighborhood restaurants I have stopped in occasionally for lunch or a pizza and found everything to my liking. The noise level and music are pleasant, the service friendly and the simple fare that I tasted quite good. I had not gone there for fine dining until tonight, WOW! Starting with fresh garlic bread and a chop salad the meal was off to a delicious start. I love seafood and when I was offered Cioppino as a special I was skeptical. That is not an occasional neighborhood dish but a practiced labor love prepared by a chef who really cares. My server promised me I would not be disappointed so ordered it. Twenty minutes later a long thin plate of aldente linguini appeared rich in a wonderful sauce that had to have been specially prepared. Folded into it was an assortment of the freshest seafood it is possible to imagine, each piece cooked separately and perfectly. Large mussels. clams, giant prawns and succulent fish were interspersed with perfectly cooked tender calamari rings. When the dish was finished the sauce could simply not be left and the remaining warm garlic bread was the perfect vehicle to finish off the treat. Though it was a special tonight I'm told it would be made to order if asked. Now, however, I have to travel through the menu to find out what other special delights I have been missing.
(4)
Alan H.
Greeted and sat right away! Served hot sliced bread w/ olive oil heated in a panini press - good! Service good! No recommendations or anything, was offered dessert. I had the herb crusted / kale salad very good! I think would be a great evening place for an Italian date night!
(4)
J D.
3.5*** but since yelp doesn't allow 1/2*...I'm giving Vivo 4. PROS 1. Good efficient service 2. Appetizers very good - caprese bruschetta and caesar salad 3. Homemade pasta 4. Portion size was surprisingly larger than expected CONS 1. GARLIC, garlic and more garlic! I'm not exaggerating. I like garlic as much as the next person, but it was extremley overpowering in my entree (shrimp fra diavolo). Diavolo should be spicy...all I could taste was the garlic. If I didn't need to be somewhere after dinner, I would have sent it back for a less garlic-y redo
(4)
Jennifer O.
I randomly stumbled upon Vivo when planning to go to Sumo Maya, but diverting last minute to try somewhere new. I started with the lobster bisque, which was good and had a lot of lobster in it.... you definitely get your money's worth. They also give you some yummy bread to start with that tasted fresh and was great for mopping up every bit of soup. The husband and I shared a margherita pizza and it was just ok. It was a little on the bland side (especially as leftovers, but the first time as well). I know, I know, it was just a margherita pizza, BUT I think it's important that the basic pizza be tasty just as much as a fancy pizza. It's possible I just didn't order the right thing. Anyway, for the price, I don't know that I'd go back, but if you are nearby, check out the lobster bisque.
(3)
Susanne C.
Lovely evening at Vivo. We brought our out of town guests to Sumo Maya and it was pacoed, loud, and had an hour wait. Disappointed, we asked for a recommendation nearby. Vivo was such a better option! Excellent service! Delicious wine and cuisine! We had calamari and cioppino ( sp?) Angel hair pasta with scallops, mussels and more delicious seafood! We asked for red sauce on the side since we like more sauce. The staff was extremely accommodating. Wonderful experience! We will return! Cappuccino was the perfect touch to round out the night. Next time...dessert! Delicious!
(5)
Manuel S.
Tonight my wife and I, visiting from Chicago and staying at Camel Back Inn, had a spectacular, 5 star experience at Vivo. From the moment we entered the restaurant to the time we finished our desert, the service was friendly and attentive, the starters, freshly made pasta entrees and homemade gelato Caramelized sea salt desert was off the chart delicious. We can't wait to tell our friends, who visit Scottsdale regularly, that we have found the ultimate Sicilian culinary delight. Moreover,we can't wait to return ourselves so we can return to Vino's.
(5)
Susan P.
This was a fancy little Italian place! I came here with my friend for dinner. I ordered the Tartufo di Norcia pizza. It comes with Mozzarella di bufala, ricotta, Italian parma ham, mushroom-truffle ragu. I think the best part was the mushroom truffle. It tasted delicious. So I usually like sweeter red wines so I always order a Pinot noir. I wanted to see what our waiter recommended and he actually recommended one called Nero. This was actually a Cabernet. I was actually surprised of the sweeter taste to it. It tasted amazing with my pizza. Everything was just on point. They have a happy hour too that I'd like to try. So I'll definitely be back for dinner or happy hour. Fellas its a great place to take that special lady for a date. =)
(5)
Bryan F.
Wow. Originally we were planning on going to SUMO Maya. However, when we got there, it was full and basically a nightclub. We went next door and the food and service was amazing. Food and refills just melted in your mouth. The service was so good that refills appear like magic.
(5)
April S.
Location: this Italian restaurant is very well decorated with relaxing atmospher. There is a bar area in the middle of the restaurant, booths against the wall and plenty of space in between tables. The general environment is very comforting and definitely not for a partying/loud crowd. Only valet parking is available. Service: Hostess was extremely friendly as well as our server and managers. Speaking of authenticity, I think our waiter is actually Italian. How cool! He was polite, patience, and checked up on our table from time to time. Food: their food is absolutely delicious and everyone at our parties love the pizzas and specialty dishes. Their dessert is also very amazing especially the tiramisu. I've been to Italy and theirs are just as good. If you are adventurous, you should try their squid spaghetti. It tastes better than it looks. Rating: I'll definitely come back here for a date night again.
(5)
Christine P.
As you walked in. It was beautiful. White cloth table, wine glasses set up. I felt like I was meeting up with a hot date. Haha. great bar in the middle of the room. Open kitchen. (Love the back spash). My clients recommend this place for the longest time and I'm barely trying it out now. She said "I know you love pizza but you have to try the vegetarian torte." Which was an eggplant and cheese ravioli on the side. Ohhh yessssssss... Two thumbs up! Everything was tasteful. The cheese ravioli was different. As in, I never had this kind of cheese ravioli before. I think it had a hint of mushrooms inside the ravioli I'm not really sure. The eggplant was delicious!!! I will be back!
(4)
mark j.
Very happy to have this restaurant in Scottsdale. Excellent ambience, not too noisy, great service, interesting menu, good Italian food. Our server, Elisabetta, from Milan was very professional and made the evening a delight. We enjoyed the booth for four of us - ask for table 53. Our friends both ordered the halibut ($35) which was excellent. My wife and I both ordered the recommended lasagna ($25) which was good once I had sent it back to be warmed up. We had a nice bottle of Chianti ($45). A nice addition to the many dining choices in Scottsdale. Note - valet parking only in this mall.
(4)
carmine m.
Went to Scottdale for the first time this past week, and we found great authentic Italian food, with great service from our server Luciano.....bravo and thank you for an outstanding meal!!!!!
(5)
Earl D.
I am not normally a big Italian food fan but VIVO is excellent. Very authentic, pleasant atmosphere and attentive staff.
(5)
Ray M.
This was quite a disappointment. Waited almost 1 hour for entrees. "Kitchen backed up, sorry" was the explanation. Overall a poor experience. Veal roulade was a salty mess, sent it back.
(2)
Bonnie S.
Went there for lunch today with one of my buds. I had the la pasta di leonardo and she had the linguine con vongole. YUMMMM! is the only word to describe my dish. It had the perfect amount of seasoning and the pasta was cooked just right. The chicken was cooked to perfection, and it had just the right blend of pine nuts and roasted bell peppers. She loved her dish, yes, she did. I was stuffed to the gills, but she wanted to try the desserts. We tried the pistachio cheesecake. That's where the rating falls. To me it had some kind of what seemed to be a metallic taste. I couldn't put my finger on it. And the consistency of the cheesecake was very thick. We were hoping it was made with ricotta cheese. Oh, yes, I forgot to mention that the drinking water needed to be run through some sort of purification system. It had a chemical taste. So if I hadn't tried the cheesecake, and if the water didn't have a chemical taste, I think my meal was perfecto!
(4)
Laura D.
Wow! How have I not been here before last night? Great food.. Seriously good. I'm not a foodie but everyone at the table lived their meal, good wine, great service.... We will go back because my husband wants to order the osco bucco our friend ordered. Great experience.
(5)
Daniela C.
Amazing place for all the Italians like me missing authentic Italian food! Had bruschetta and pasta and I felt like home! Next thing to try: pizza and the mozzarella bar!!! Nice job Vivo!!!
(5)
Rose D.
I just can't say enough good things about this restaurant. The setting is beautiful and everything is delicious. My parents are from Italy so I rarely go out for Italian food because I'm always disappointed. Not so at Vivo! I love everything here from appetizerzs to desserts. We have gone with friends and every dish we ordered was excellent...everyone was happy! I would say my personal favorite is the butternut squash ravioli! Our favorite waiter, Luciano always makes excellent recommdations, so pleasant and patient....and never rushes us. Go to this restaurant-you won't be disappointed...it's that good!!
(5)
Megan S.
I love this place! I work nearby and had to stop in for lunch today. The arugula, pear and pecan salad was incredibly good. We had the Pizza Bianca which was topped with truffle infused prosciutto and drizzled with extra virgin olive oil. It was to die for! The pasta combination we shared was incredible too. There is a great bar in the middle of the restaurant that is a perfect happy hour spot. There is a really cool mozzarella bar that I can't wait to check out. The wine list at Vivo is also very impressive. So many reasons to keep coming back - can't wait!
(5)
Amber P.
Drive by this place quite often during the week and when I saw the Grand Opening banner I knew I had to check it out. Took my boss for lunch and I am so very happy that we decided to celebrate the day at Vivo. We started with salads and the caprese starter. The boss and I split a pizza which was amazing and the salads were fresh and tasty. The wine was incredible and the tirimasu we had for desert was absolutely divine. I can see several more work lunches happening at Vivo in the very near future. If you are in the mood for authentic Italian pizza and friendly service I cannot recommend this place enough. Bravo Vivo!
(5)
George E.
just drove by and found this place. we were seated at a great booth overlooking the restaurant. the server was a bit snooty but he seemed to be like that with everyone- apparently we didn't reek of money like others there. i would have appreciated a little better bedside manner, for instance, recommending things on the menu. I asked what beers they had on tap and as several were foreign, he just assumed i'd know what they were. we had the Crudo Bruschetta and it was WONDERFUL. I had the braised short ribs dish (I cannot remember the name) and it was incredible. My wife had the lobster bisque and it was tasty but unsatisfying as the amount of lobster was less than what we are used to. I highly recommend this place. It was a reasonably priced dinner with great atmosphere
(4)
Alisha S.
Great Italian restaurant next door to that ridiculous sumo Maya. The atmosphere is nice and it's a very pretty restaurant. The wine list is extensive...5 pages I believe. They have a ton of specials and they all sounded very good. I would recommend the pizza, I had the Capricciosa and it was delicious. The pizza dough had a fantastic taste and all the ingredients were fresh. The rest of my party ordered entrees and although none had complaints about the taste, it was a little over priced for what you get. The happy hour menu looks great so we will be going back for that and we will be going back for pizza. I would highly recommend Vivo for the pizza.
(4)
Andie M.
So friendly! Never have I felt more welcome in a restaurant, especially for my first time there. I was in town and just wanted to have a nice pizza, thankfully l stumbled upon Vivo! Not only did I get a very good Italian style sausage pizza (tasted like it was straight from Italy), every staff member from the hostess to the bartender made me want to stay instead of take it back to my hotel. Very good atmosphere as well, wish there was one where I live!!
(5)
Sarah P.
Came for a date night on a Saturday night. Did not have a reservation but they had an open bar so we sat up there. Everything was super fast and staff was great. Would recommend for a nice date night.
(5)
Angela S.
AMAZING!!! From start to finish, the entire experience was amazing. The ambiance, the waiter, the chef, and the food - First class experience. We ordered the calamari appetizer - done to perfection. I ordered the linguine with clams & he ordered one of their wood fired pizzas. Again, both entrees were done to perfection. Portion sizes are quite generous, but you must save room for dessert. The cannoli was spot on authentic, and the pistachio cheesecake was fabulous - and I mean FABULOUS! Great place to have a great meal
(5)
Wendy P.
Tomaso is amassing!! When we are in Arizona, I go to Vivo!! Seriously terrific! Go, go, go to this restaurant, yes... DROP my name, ask for my booth, if I'm not in it, its all yours, if I'm there, hell- come say hello. The wine - hello, he makes it in Italy, reasonably priced, his .. pretty stink-in' yummy bolognese with the home made fresh pasta - oh, its yummy too - Ask for Wendy's booth & waiter, its the royal treatment! The food, he dreams it - the service isn't shabby. Ciao - Tell em Tomaso and Wendy sent cha!
(5)
Cindy M.
Finally! A cozy neighborhood Italian Restaurant offering SUPERB, friendly service and amazing food! Add the to the top of your list next time you are dinning out!!! Can't wait to return!! Very broad menu! Everything from amazing, huge salads to wood fire pizza to homemade past to amazing seafood! Save room for the cannoli! Haven't had one this good since NY!!
(5)
Heidi L.
My manager has been nagging me to try this place since it opened so when I went for lunch with a girlfriend the other day, I was hungry but not sure what to expect. After the most amazing toasted bread with olive oil and melt in your mouth ravioli, I told our server "this reminds me so much of Tomasos" He said "it should, it's his recipe!" We have been staying for years that our only complaint about Tomasos is that it is such a long drive. Finding it a couple miles from work is like a dream come true!
(5)
Christina O.
A-okay. I'm going to give them the benefit of the doubt and say I probably didn't order the right dish. Service was good, but my fish and pasta were overcooked - so, combo of dry and mushy :/ As an Italian restaurant, that shouldn't happen. Portions were generous, so I guess that's a plus.
(3)
Todd A.
Ate here a few weeks ago for lunch with clients. The food was great, but the service was poor. The place was empty and the gentlemen serving us took forever to come over and get our drink order. We had to engage him to come over several times for refills as well ordering our meals. Least impressed with the service but the food was good.
(3)
Karn H.
The good was good but not worth the price overall it was a fun night . I think our server might have been new , he did not have a lot of information. Ha check it out
(4)
Amanda R.
We stumbled upon Vivo before their grand opening, and were incredibly impressed! Fantastically delicious pizzas and pastas, and refreshingly unique wine list. Management was welcoming and warm, and service very nice albeit very slow. Excited to go back.
(4)
Joe L.
Went in for a late lunch a week ago after seeing reviews on Yelp. Food was excellent, my wife had a salad, and I had a chicken cutlet with an arugula salad topping it. Chicken Milanese was crunchy and well prepared. Service was excellent and would recommend to all.
(4)
Peter B.
Great new restaurant! Atmosphere & food as close to perfect as it can get. Pricing is fair for the portion size.Tommy has another winner!
(5)
Steph H.
The food was not that great. I had high hopes as some times Tomasos food is great and others not so great. I would say this is his biggest weakness. Inconsistency. Today was not a great day. The veal was bland no seasoning and the raw onions was over powering. In addition the service was mediocre. Tomaso and 2 other persons sat at the bar while the waitress scrambled around. We won't go back and won't recommend. The pizza was ok.
(3)
Jak L.
Service was confusing and the menu transition from lunch to dinner was frustrating. Over all pizza was grand.
(3)
Andy E.
Had dinner New Year's Eve. The server was attentive and friendly. Crab stuffed ravioli was great as were two specials including a salmon dish. The biggest disappointment was the lobster bisque. It was very watery, not at all what we expected from this tomaso spinoff. We might go back but I'll investigate other Italian restaurants before a return. Having lived in Europe 6 years and visited Italy dozens of times I'm still looking for that food experience here at comparable prices.
Went there for dinner with another couple, had reservations that were not necessary as place was not very busy. Had to use valet parking even for handiccap parking. Let me start by saying they do have a nice menu, reasonably priced entrees, overpriced wines but the service was good. Started by ordering a Gibson but they don't have cocktail onions! Ordered the beet salad to start, nice size but tasted like canned beets. Had the pork osso bucco(didn't offer veal or lamb) over risotto. Nice portions but pork was on the dry side and risotto tasted more like al-dente white rice, not even close to creamy.. Others in the party said meals were okay but nothing worth coming back for. Didn't bother ordering desert as it couldn't have made up dinner. Disappointed to say the least. Manager never even came by table to check on everything as one would expect in a restaurant like this. He surely wasn't too busy.
(2)
Ron T.
First time at Vivo. Their TV was playing Italian TV shows which was cool. First the food was excellent, no complaints at all, actually excellent. Bruchetta Crudo was outstanding, veal marsala was tender, and had three veges with with it were perfectly cooked. The pasta was al dente and the meatballs were very tender. Oh, the Pane(bread) is home made. The original waitress was a bit shaky but when Lucuano took over things went well. The Italian wine list was quite interesting at very fair prices. I would call this place mid priced and I will return. My only complaint is the wine glasses have lips on them. . I would have bought a bottle of Tignanello but but those cheap glasses dont fit a $340 dollar bottle of wine. Understand 90% of the wine is FAR less expensive.
(4)
Lucy S.
What a great restaurant! The food was fabulous, the pasta was very light and oh so flavorful! Our waiter was very attentive, friendly and knowledgeable. My husband and I had a wonderful experience at Vivo, we will definitely return for more delicious Italian fare!!! This restaurant is a must! Absolutely 5 stars!!!!
(5)
Lyna D.
This place was authentic Italian food, so authentic that no one we spoke to understood English. We ordered a pizza with a side of ranch. The waiter did not understand when I said ranch, and my request was ignored. Ordered salads and a pasta dish. The pizza was a good portion size which is why I give the place two stars. The pasta was a smaller size so we requested another salad to accompany it, the guy did not understand us when we asked for another salad, he kept pointing to the salt and saying "salt" and we kept saying no salad, we had to point to a salad and say "salad". The service was very slow. It took about 15-20 minutes to have anyone take our order. A table was seated about 10 minutes after ours and the waiter went there first. There was so much confusion at the tables and there were only 3 other tables, so it was not like the place was packed. It took another 40-45 minutes for our food to come out. The food was good, but they definitely need work on the service.
(2)
Stephanie D.
Food was good, ordered the blue crab stuffed prawns with lobster ravioli, but out of the two ravioli's, one tasted completely different.. it was really sweet and it just didn't taste right. The waiter (reciept said Joseph) was ridiculously rude, walked right in front of our table multiple times, then when he did stop to ask "how you doing"- he tapped the table quickly - and kept walking not even looking at us or waiting for our response. Even after I pushed our plates to the edge of the table, he still walked by and looked right at them and proceeded to tend all the other tables. Also, the classic rock they were playing reminded me of sitting in my dad's garage... completely didn't suit the enviroment. Then, a gnat kept landing on the ravioli that I couldnt bring myself to eat... To end the night, after he ran our card, he dropped it off and didn't say a word.... No, goodnight or thank you. The nicest person to us was by far the bus boy.
(2)
Diane G.
My friends and I thought we would try it for lunch and were horribly disappointed. The caprese salad had unripened tomatoes and the cheese was thick and tasteless, the fried calamari appetizer was also bland and rubbery. Bruschetta was just okay. We ordered a pizza that came soggy, greasy and wet with mushrooms out of a can and when we asked to have the pizza remade, it came back just as soggy. We also ordered a shrimp dish which also was just okay, but it had 3 shrimp on it for $19 for the lunch portion! The waitress was concerned and brought over the owner and the chef to our table. The owner asked us what was wrong and when we voiced our concerns, he got irate, defensive and walked away from the table while we were talking! We ended the meal with a cannoli - we couldn't eat it, the cream sticks to the top of your mouth. The bill for this mess ended up to be $150 for 3 people for lunch and they did not even take off the cannoli which was left uneaten. I gave this restaurant 1 star because the waitress was very nice but I would not feed my dog from this place and the owner needs a lesson in customer service skills.
(1)
Pinky K.
Great place!! Delicious food, lovely atmosphere and friendly staff. We Will definitely be visiting this place more often.
(5)
james c.
Second visit: came specifically for happy hour as it existed previous visit a week before. This was partly about price but mostly because there were some interesting menu items for happy hour but not on lunch menu. Unfortunately happy hour has been rescheduled. We debated going elsewhere but ended up staying and had a good lunch. It is a little expensive with prices being in the $12 to $20 range for salads, sandwiches and entrees. There is a decent wine list with reds mostly in the $10-15 range which also seems a little overpriced. Service was friendly but when we had a problem it was difficult getting waiter's attention. At 2 p.m. there was one other table and a handful of people at the bar so it wasn't busy.
(4)
Chelsea J.
This place is very new, and it is really wonderful! I love the location and the food so much! You can make reservations, though they aren't too busy during the week, but I haven't been there on a weekend so I can't speak to that. I've tried one of their pastas as well as their pizza and both were delicious! I can't wait to try more on their menu in the future because their food is awesome. The atmosphere is really great, high ceilings, a nice bar with lots of seating, free standing tables on one side and large booths on another, it is altogether laid out very well. I also like that it is modern looking on the inside, no tacky Italian-esque decor from Target here, the design is really well done. I've always had great service here, the servers are nice and attentive, and they can answer any questions you may have. The location of this restaurant is also great in that it is close to Old Town Scottsdale, but far enough away so that you can find a parking spot and you don't have to deal with hoards of crowds.
(5)
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Address :6560 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ, 85253
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Valet Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : No Good for Kids : No Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
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Over the years, different pizzerias in the United States have developed their own respective regional variations. Pizza gained popularity as the iconic dish in the United States in the second half of the 20th century. Whether you prefer thin or thick crust pizza, you can find a pizza of your preference at the best pizza restaurants in your city.
Italian Cuisine
The immense popularity of Italian cuisine globally isn't unknown. You can find an Italian Pizzeria around every corner of almost every city in the United States. Not to forget that in every house, people enjoy mac and cheese as comfort food. But it would be wrong to believe that Italian food starts with pizza and ends with good pasta as this Mediterranean country has much more to offer other than these two dishes. In Italian Cuisine, there is a high use of fresh tomatoes, all kinds of herbs, great quality of cheese, all types of meat, seafood and fresh handmade pasta. Many find it hard to believe that Italians have been making noodles long back.
Italian and Greek cuisines are always mistaken to be same, but they are poles apart. The primary difference between the two cuisines is the use of cheese in most of the Italian dishes. Italians love to cultivate their own cheese and process them as per their food requirement. It is believed that some cheese is so expensive that cheese producers secure them in lockers.
If you are bored eating the same old pasta or pizza, you can try some of the authentic Italian dishes like Risotto, Polenta, Ribollita, Lasagna, Fiorentina Steak, Bottarga, Ossobuco, Carbonara, Focaccia, Arancini and Supplì. Another item which Italians love to relish every morning is a good cup of Italian Coffee. Once you taste a freshly brewed cup of Italian Coffee, you might not visit Starbucks ever again. Authentic Italian food is made with heart and soul, so go find a restaurant where you can relish Italian cuisine in your city.
Jennifer S.
We stopped by for dinner one night and sat on the patio with a beautiful view of the mountains. The restaurant is bright and airy, the service is great and the food was consistently good. We ended up sharing some bread, a salad and a pizza. It was just the right amount of food and we really enjoyed the experience.
(4)Chris B.
We thought the pizza was fabulous. Thin crust but some chewy like it should be. The pasta was perfect. Even the thin spaghetti was not overcooked. Very nice sauce as well. I thought the sole was a tad bland but nicely prepared (I like spicy and will choose a pasta next time). Nice decor, music at the right level, not deaf inducing. Great waiter. great service. We were hesitant to try it as we hated the loud obnoxious next door neighbor (Sumo Maya), which for reasons unknown is always busy. But really glad we did, and we will be back soon.
(5)Chad D.
This review is very late (we ate there 12-31-14), but I felt compelled to comment since I saw it listed as a "hot" new restaurant on Eater.com , which is a sight I typically trust. It is not "hot" nor is it good. One giveaway that it's probably not so great is when you leave Sumo Maya's standing room only crowd and walk next door to Vivo and the dining room is half empty. But, we gave it a shot anyway. First, the service was a incomprehensibly poor. We waiting at least 10 minutes to be greeted once sat and another table next to us just laughed along with us because they had arrived before us and were also still waiting. Once I got up and asked the host where our server was, someone came over and took a drink order. (At a really good restaurant, that host would simply come over and take the drink order immediately, not search for the server). We finally ordered drinks, and those took another 10 minutes. Service-wise it got slightly better from there, but then the food came. Again, it was six months ago, but I remember one of us got the butternut squash pasta. It tasted like some pre-made sauce had been applied and the pasta texture was just weird. I also remember neither of us finished our meals and I believe we told the server the pasta was not good. We received not comps on the bill. Stay away from this joint.
(1)Karen W.
I've never been to Italy, but this is probably the closest you'll come to eating a fine Italian meal in the valley of the sun. Freshness and quality, combined with great service make this restaurant a gem to behold in the rich culinary diversity of Scottsdale. Right upon seating you are served some fresh toasted bread drizzled with olive oil. The bread slices were perfect, a good balance of crisp crust with soft, slightly chewy center. The olive oil was high quality and was very flavorful. We ordered a variety of dishes, from pizza, to a remarkable seafood platter, to pasta. I ordered the black pasta. The pasta itself is hand made fresh, with the addition of squid ink to give it its signature dark color. I was excited to try this dish out since I've never had squid ink pasta before, and I was impressed. The pasta was cooked perfectly, with a slight salty, deep briny flavor. It went well with the sauce, langostinos, and scallops. I also tried some of the margherita pizza, which was superbly executed with a thin, crispy crust and lovely toppings. I also tried part of a meatball which was perfectly seasoned, with a delightful soft texture. My friend that had the impressive seafood platter (Lobster, clams, scallops, and possibly more!) enjoyed his meal overall, but did remark that the clams were gritty. Service was very polite and impeccable. Drinks were refilled quite often, and we were checked on as needed. Parking in this plaza is a bit of a pain since there are limited spots, but they do make up for it by offering free valet. This is definitely a new favorite for Italian food for me!
(4)Allie H.
If there were 10/5 stars I would put that! Best customer service I've ever experienced and best Italian ever. The owner, who owns tomaso's in Phoenix, and if you're a native you'll recognize the name because it's been around for forever, c ame up and gave us personal recommendations for our pasta and customized it because we are so picky! Prices are great. will definitely come back!
(5)Erin R.
Yuuuuuuuuum!! Last month, I ate at Vivo twice in a two week period because it is so delicious. I am a sucker for homemade pasta. Both times I ordered a pasta special called the Michaelangelo. The sauce involved short rib, truffle something or other, and, I think, magic. It was heavenly, as were the fresh spinach noodles that it topped. My bf ordered the ravioli, and it was the best ravioli I have ever eaten. I never order ravioli at restaurants because I love noodles so much, but, I might have to make an exception next time I eat there. My friend ordered the carbonara, and it was great too--not overly heavy, which is quite an accomplishment in my book. I also had the Vivo salad, and it was very light and fresh. The pizzas looked amazing, so I'm hoping to try one before too long. Definitely check this place out!
(5)Karolina D.
Wanted to find a new Italian restaurant and a couple of friends suggested Vivo. I'm so grateful they did! We had a delicious dinner tonight and we'll definitely be back! I started with the Lobster Bisque and it was awesome! Definitely worth the $11 price! Enjoyed the yummy Veal Piccata, followed by the Tiramisu. Hubby and father-in-law both had the homemade pasta with meatballs. Brother-in-law had the salmon and son had the Black Linguine with Langostino Lobster and Scallops. Amazing! The service was excellent - zero complaints. Thank you Vivo!
(5)Skip F.
I watched this place being built and fitted out over months. As with most neighborhood restaurants I have stopped in occasionally for lunch or a pizza and found everything to my liking. The noise level and music are pleasant, the service friendly and the simple fare that I tasted quite good. I had not gone there for fine dining until tonight, WOW! Starting with fresh garlic bread and a chop salad the meal was off to a delicious start. I love seafood and when I was offered Cioppino as a special I was skeptical. That is not an occasional neighborhood dish but a practiced labor love prepared by a chef who really cares. My server promised me I would not be disappointed so ordered it. Twenty minutes later a long thin plate of aldente linguini appeared rich in a wonderful sauce that had to have been specially prepared. Folded into it was an assortment of the freshest seafood it is possible to imagine, each piece cooked separately and perfectly. Large mussels. clams, giant prawns and succulent fish were interspersed with perfectly cooked tender calamari rings. When the dish was finished the sauce could simply not be left and the remaining warm garlic bread was the perfect vehicle to finish off the treat. Though it was a special tonight I'm told it would be made to order if asked. Now, however, I have to travel through the menu to find out what other special delights I have been missing.
(4)Alan H.
Greeted and sat right away! Served hot sliced bread w/ olive oil heated in a panini press - good! Service good! No recommendations or anything, was offered dessert. I had the herb crusted / kale salad very good! I think would be a great evening place for an Italian date night!
(4)J D.
3.5*** but since yelp doesn't allow 1/2*...I'm giving Vivo 4. PROS 1. Good efficient service 2. Appetizers very good - caprese bruschetta and caesar salad 3. Homemade pasta 4. Portion size was surprisingly larger than expected CONS 1. GARLIC, garlic and more garlic! I'm not exaggerating. I like garlic as much as the next person, but it was extremley overpowering in my entree (shrimp fra diavolo). Diavolo should be spicy...all I could taste was the garlic. If I didn't need to be somewhere after dinner, I would have sent it back for a less garlic-y redo
(4)Jennifer O.
I randomly stumbled upon Vivo when planning to go to Sumo Maya, but diverting last minute to try somewhere new. I started with the lobster bisque, which was good and had a lot of lobster in it.... you definitely get your money's worth. They also give you some yummy bread to start with that tasted fresh and was great for mopping up every bit of soup. The husband and I shared a margherita pizza and it was just ok. It was a little on the bland side (especially as leftovers, but the first time as well). I know, I know, it was just a margherita pizza, BUT I think it's important that the basic pizza be tasty just as much as a fancy pizza. It's possible I just didn't order the right thing. Anyway, for the price, I don't know that I'd go back, but if you are nearby, check out the lobster bisque.
(3)Susanne C.
Lovely evening at Vivo. We brought our out of town guests to Sumo Maya and it was pacoed, loud, and had an hour wait. Disappointed, we asked for a recommendation nearby. Vivo was such a better option! Excellent service! Delicious wine and cuisine! We had calamari and cioppino ( sp?) Angel hair pasta with scallops, mussels and more delicious seafood! We asked for red sauce on the side since we like more sauce. The staff was extremely accommodating. Wonderful experience! We will return! Cappuccino was the perfect touch to round out the night. Next time...dessert! Delicious!
(5)Manuel S.
Tonight my wife and I, visiting from Chicago and staying at Camel Back Inn, had a spectacular, 5 star experience at Vivo. From the moment we entered the restaurant to the time we finished our desert, the service was friendly and attentive, the starters, freshly made pasta entrees and homemade gelato Caramelized sea salt desert was off the chart delicious. We can't wait to tell our friends, who visit Scottsdale regularly, that we have found the ultimate Sicilian culinary delight. Moreover,we can't wait to return ourselves so we can return to Vino's.
(5)Susan P.
This was a fancy little Italian place! I came here with my friend for dinner. I ordered the Tartufo di Norcia pizza. It comes with Mozzarella di bufala, ricotta, Italian parma ham, mushroom-truffle ragu. I think the best part was the mushroom truffle. It tasted delicious. So I usually like sweeter red wines so I always order a Pinot noir. I wanted to see what our waiter recommended and he actually recommended one called Nero. This was actually a Cabernet. I was actually surprised of the sweeter taste to it. It tasted amazing with my pizza. Everything was just on point. They have a happy hour too that I'd like to try. So I'll definitely be back for dinner or happy hour. Fellas its a great place to take that special lady for a date. =)
(5)Bryan F.
Wow. Originally we were planning on going to SUMO Maya. However, when we got there, it was full and basically a nightclub. We went next door and the food and service was amazing. Food and refills just melted in your mouth. The service was so good that refills appear like magic.
(5)April S.
Location: this Italian restaurant is very well decorated with relaxing atmospher. There is a bar area in the middle of the restaurant, booths against the wall and plenty of space in between tables. The general environment is very comforting and definitely not for a partying/loud crowd. Only valet parking is available. Service: Hostess was extremely friendly as well as our server and managers. Speaking of authenticity, I think our waiter is actually Italian. How cool! He was polite, patience, and checked up on our table from time to time. Food: their food is absolutely delicious and everyone at our parties love the pizzas and specialty dishes. Their dessert is also very amazing especially the tiramisu. I've been to Italy and theirs are just as good. If you are adventurous, you should try their squid spaghetti. It tastes better than it looks. Rating: I'll definitely come back here for a date night again.
(5)Christine P.
As you walked in. It was beautiful. White cloth table, wine glasses set up. I felt like I was meeting up with a hot date. Haha. great bar in the middle of the room. Open kitchen. (Love the back spash). My clients recommend this place for the longest time and I'm barely trying it out now. She said "I know you love pizza but you have to try the vegetarian torte." Which was an eggplant and cheese ravioli on the side. Ohhh yessssssss... Two thumbs up! Everything was tasteful. The cheese ravioli was different. As in, I never had this kind of cheese ravioli before. I think it had a hint of mushrooms inside the ravioli I'm not really sure. The eggplant was delicious!!! I will be back!
(4)mark j.
Very happy to have this restaurant in Scottsdale. Excellent ambience, not too noisy, great service, interesting menu, good Italian food. Our server, Elisabetta, from Milan was very professional and made the evening a delight. We enjoyed the booth for four of us - ask for table 53. Our friends both ordered the halibut ($35) which was excellent. My wife and I both ordered the recommended lasagna ($25) which was good once I had sent it back to be warmed up. We had a nice bottle of Chianti ($45). A nice addition to the many dining choices in Scottsdale. Note - valet parking only in this mall.
(4)carmine m.
Went to Scottdale for the first time this past week, and we found great authentic Italian food, with great service from our server Luciano.....bravo and thank you for an outstanding meal!!!!!
(5)Earl D.
I am not normally a big Italian food fan but VIVO is excellent. Very authentic, pleasant atmosphere and attentive staff.
(5)Ray M.
This was quite a disappointment. Waited almost 1 hour for entrees. "Kitchen backed up, sorry" was the explanation. Overall a poor experience. Veal roulade was a salty mess, sent it back.
(2)Bonnie S.
Went there for lunch today with one of my buds. I had the la pasta di leonardo and she had the linguine con vongole. YUMMMM! is the only word to describe my dish. It had the perfect amount of seasoning and the pasta was cooked just right. The chicken was cooked to perfection, and it had just the right blend of pine nuts and roasted bell peppers. She loved her dish, yes, she did. I was stuffed to the gills, but she wanted to try the desserts. We tried the pistachio cheesecake. That's where the rating falls. To me it had some kind of what seemed to be a metallic taste. I couldn't put my finger on it. And the consistency of the cheesecake was very thick. We were hoping it was made with ricotta cheese. Oh, yes, I forgot to mention that the drinking water needed to be run through some sort of purification system. It had a chemical taste. So if I hadn't tried the cheesecake, and if the water didn't have a chemical taste, I think my meal was perfecto!
(4)Laura D.
Wow! How have I not been here before last night? Great food.. Seriously good. I'm not a foodie but everyone at the table lived their meal, good wine, great service.... We will go back because my husband wants to order the osco bucco our friend ordered. Great experience.
(5)Daniela C.
Amazing place for all the Italians like me missing authentic Italian food! Had bruschetta and pasta and I felt like home! Next thing to try: pizza and the mozzarella bar!!! Nice job Vivo!!!
(5)Rose D.
I just can't say enough good things about this restaurant. The setting is beautiful and everything is delicious. My parents are from Italy so I rarely go out for Italian food because I'm always disappointed. Not so at Vivo! I love everything here from appetizerzs to desserts. We have gone with friends and every dish we ordered was excellent...everyone was happy! I would say my personal favorite is the butternut squash ravioli! Our favorite waiter, Luciano always makes excellent recommdations, so pleasant and patient....and never rushes us. Go to this restaurant-you won't be disappointed...it's that good!!
(5)Megan S.
I love this place! I work nearby and had to stop in for lunch today. The arugula, pear and pecan salad was incredibly good. We had the Pizza Bianca which was topped with truffle infused prosciutto and drizzled with extra virgin olive oil. It was to die for! The pasta combination we shared was incredible too. There is a great bar in the middle of the restaurant that is a perfect happy hour spot. There is a really cool mozzarella bar that I can't wait to check out. The wine list at Vivo is also very impressive. So many reasons to keep coming back - can't wait!
(5)Amber P.
Drive by this place quite often during the week and when I saw the Grand Opening banner I knew I had to check it out. Took my boss for lunch and I am so very happy that we decided to celebrate the day at Vivo. We started with salads and the caprese starter. The boss and I split a pizza which was amazing and the salads were fresh and tasty. The wine was incredible and the tirimasu we had for desert was absolutely divine. I can see several more work lunches happening at Vivo in the very near future. If you are in the mood for authentic Italian pizza and friendly service I cannot recommend this place enough. Bravo Vivo!
(5)George E.
just drove by and found this place. we were seated at a great booth overlooking the restaurant. the server was a bit snooty but he seemed to be like that with everyone- apparently we didn't reek of money like others there. i would have appreciated a little better bedside manner, for instance, recommending things on the menu. I asked what beers they had on tap and as several were foreign, he just assumed i'd know what they were. we had the Crudo Bruschetta and it was WONDERFUL. I had the braised short ribs dish (I cannot remember the name) and it was incredible. My wife had the lobster bisque and it was tasty but unsatisfying as the amount of lobster was less than what we are used to. I highly recommend this place. It was a reasonably priced dinner with great atmosphere
(4)Alisha S.
Great Italian restaurant next door to that ridiculous sumo Maya. The atmosphere is nice and it's a very pretty restaurant. The wine list is extensive...5 pages I believe. They have a ton of specials and they all sounded very good. I would recommend the pizza, I had the Capricciosa and it was delicious. The pizza dough had a fantastic taste and all the ingredients were fresh. The rest of my party ordered entrees and although none had complaints about the taste, it was a little over priced for what you get. The happy hour menu looks great so we will be going back for that and we will be going back for pizza. I would highly recommend Vivo for the pizza.
(4)Andie M.
So friendly! Never have I felt more welcome in a restaurant, especially for my first time there. I was in town and just wanted to have a nice pizza, thankfully l stumbled upon Vivo! Not only did I get a very good Italian style sausage pizza (tasted like it was straight from Italy), every staff member from the hostess to the bartender made me want to stay instead of take it back to my hotel. Very good atmosphere as well, wish there was one where I live!!
(5)Sarah P.
Came for a date night on a Saturday night. Did not have a reservation but they had an open bar so we sat up there. Everything was super fast and staff was great. Would recommend for a nice date night.
(5)Angela S.
AMAZING!!! From start to finish, the entire experience was amazing. The ambiance, the waiter, the chef, and the food - First class experience. We ordered the calamari appetizer - done to perfection. I ordered the linguine with clams & he ordered one of their wood fired pizzas. Again, both entrees were done to perfection. Portion sizes are quite generous, but you must save room for dessert. The cannoli was spot on authentic, and the pistachio cheesecake was fabulous - and I mean FABULOUS! Great place to have a great meal
(5)Wendy P.
Tomaso is amassing!! When we are in Arizona, I go to Vivo!! Seriously terrific! Go, go, go to this restaurant, yes... DROP my name, ask for my booth, if I'm not in it, its all yours, if I'm there, hell- come say hello. The wine - hello, he makes it in Italy, reasonably priced, his .. pretty stink-in' yummy bolognese with the home made fresh pasta - oh, its yummy too - Ask for Wendy's booth & waiter, its the royal treatment! The food, he dreams it - the service isn't shabby. Ciao - Tell em Tomaso and Wendy sent cha!
(5)Cindy M.
Finally! A cozy neighborhood Italian Restaurant offering SUPERB, friendly service and amazing food! Add the to the top of your list next time you are dinning out!!! Can't wait to return!! Very broad menu! Everything from amazing, huge salads to wood fire pizza to homemade past to amazing seafood! Save room for the cannoli! Haven't had one this good since NY!!
(5)Heidi L.
My manager has been nagging me to try this place since it opened so when I went for lunch with a girlfriend the other day, I was hungry but not sure what to expect. After the most amazing toasted bread with olive oil and melt in your mouth ravioli, I told our server "this reminds me so much of Tomasos" He said "it should, it's his recipe!" We have been staying for years that our only complaint about Tomasos is that it is such a long drive. Finding it a couple miles from work is like a dream come true!
(5)Christina O.
A-okay. I'm going to give them the benefit of the doubt and say I probably didn't order the right dish. Service was good, but my fish and pasta were overcooked - so, combo of dry and mushy :/ As an Italian restaurant, that shouldn't happen. Portions were generous, so I guess that's a plus.
(3)Todd A.
Ate here a few weeks ago for lunch with clients. The food was great, but the service was poor. The place was empty and the gentlemen serving us took forever to come over and get our drink order. We had to engage him to come over several times for refills as well ordering our meals. Least impressed with the service but the food was good.
(3)Karn H.
The good was good but not worth the price overall it was a fun night . I think our server might have been new , he did not have a lot of information. Ha check it out
(4)Amanda R.
We stumbled upon Vivo before their grand opening, and were incredibly impressed! Fantastically delicious pizzas and pastas, and refreshingly unique wine list. Management was welcoming and warm, and service very nice albeit very slow. Excited to go back.
(4)Joe L.
Went in for a late lunch a week ago after seeing reviews on Yelp. Food was excellent, my wife had a salad, and I had a chicken cutlet with an arugula salad topping it. Chicken Milanese was crunchy and well prepared. Service was excellent and would recommend to all.
(4)Peter B.
Great new restaurant! Atmosphere & food as close to perfect as it can get. Pricing is fair for the portion size.Tommy has another winner!
(5)Steph H.
The food was not that great. I had high hopes as some times Tomasos food is great and others not so great. I would say this is his biggest weakness. Inconsistency. Today was not a great day. The veal was bland no seasoning and the raw onions was over powering. In addition the service was mediocre. Tomaso and 2 other persons sat at the bar while the waitress scrambled around. We won't go back and won't recommend. The pizza was ok.
(3)Jak L.
Service was confusing and the menu transition from lunch to dinner was frustrating. Over all pizza was grand.
(3)Andy E.
Had dinner New Year's Eve. The server was attentive and friendly. Crab stuffed ravioli was great as were two specials including a salmon dish. The biggest disappointment was the lobster bisque. It was very watery, not at all what we expected from this tomaso spinoff. We might go back but I'll investigate other Italian restaurants before a return. Having lived in Europe 6 years and visited Italy dozens of times I'm still looking for that food experience here at comparable prices.
(3)Carol L.
What a great addition to the area. Our dining experience was top notch...from beginning to end. The décor is beautiful...very much like something out of New York or Chicago. The menu is very diversified; the wine list is outstanding. Our meal was wonderful and our server knew the menu very well. It's as good as it gets!
(5)Jeff C.
Went there for dinner with another couple, had reservations that were not necessary as place was not very busy. Had to use valet parking even for handiccap parking. Let me start by saying they do have a nice menu, reasonably priced entrees, overpriced wines but the service was good. Started by ordering a Gibson but they don't have cocktail onions! Ordered the beet salad to start, nice size but tasted like canned beets. Had the pork osso bucco(didn't offer veal or lamb) over risotto. Nice portions but pork was on the dry side and risotto tasted more like al-dente white rice, not even close to creamy.. Others in the party said meals were okay but nothing worth coming back for. Didn't bother ordering desert as it couldn't have made up dinner. Disappointed to say the least. Manager never even came by table to check on everything as one would expect in a restaurant like this. He surely wasn't too busy.
(2)Ron T.
First time at Vivo. Their TV was playing Italian TV shows which was cool. First the food was excellent, no complaints at all, actually excellent. Bruchetta Crudo was outstanding, veal marsala was tender, and had three veges with with it were perfectly cooked. The pasta was al dente and the meatballs were very tender. Oh, the Pane(bread) is home made. The original waitress was a bit shaky but when Lucuano took over things went well. The Italian wine list was quite interesting at very fair prices. I would call this place mid priced and I will return. My only complaint is the wine glasses have lips on them. . I would have bought a bottle of Tignanello but but those cheap glasses dont fit a $340 dollar bottle of wine. Understand 90% of the wine is FAR less expensive.
(4)Lucy S.
What a great restaurant! The food was fabulous, the pasta was very light and oh so flavorful! Our waiter was very attentive, friendly and knowledgeable. My husband and I had a wonderful experience at Vivo, we will definitely return for more delicious Italian fare!!! This restaurant is a must! Absolutely 5 stars!!!!
(5)Lyna D.
This place was authentic Italian food, so authentic that no one we spoke to understood English. We ordered a pizza with a side of ranch. The waiter did not understand when I said ranch, and my request was ignored. Ordered salads and a pasta dish. The pizza was a good portion size which is why I give the place two stars. The pasta was a smaller size so we requested another salad to accompany it, the guy did not understand us when we asked for another salad, he kept pointing to the salt and saying "salt" and we kept saying no salad, we had to point to a salad and say "salad". The service was very slow. It took about 15-20 minutes to have anyone take our order. A table was seated about 10 minutes after ours and the waiter went there first. There was so much confusion at the tables and there were only 3 other tables, so it was not like the place was packed. It took another 40-45 minutes for our food to come out. The food was good, but they definitely need work on the service.
(2)Stephanie D.
Food was good, ordered the blue crab stuffed prawns with lobster ravioli, but out of the two ravioli's, one tasted completely different.. it was really sweet and it just didn't taste right. The waiter (reciept said Joseph) was ridiculously rude, walked right in front of our table multiple times, then when he did stop to ask "how you doing"- he tapped the table quickly - and kept walking not even looking at us or waiting for our response. Even after I pushed our plates to the edge of the table, he still walked by and looked right at them and proceeded to tend all the other tables. Also, the classic rock they were playing reminded me of sitting in my dad's garage... completely didn't suit the enviroment. Then, a gnat kept landing on the ravioli that I couldnt bring myself to eat... To end the night, after he ran our card, he dropped it off and didn't say a word.... No, goodnight or thank you. The nicest person to us was by far the bus boy.
(2)Diane G.
My friends and I thought we would try it for lunch and were horribly disappointed. The caprese salad had unripened tomatoes and the cheese was thick and tasteless, the fried calamari appetizer was also bland and rubbery. Bruschetta was just okay. We ordered a pizza that came soggy, greasy and wet with mushrooms out of a can and when we asked to have the pizza remade, it came back just as soggy. We also ordered a shrimp dish which also was just okay, but it had 3 shrimp on it for $19 for the lunch portion! The waitress was concerned and brought over the owner and the chef to our table. The owner asked us what was wrong and when we voiced our concerns, he got irate, defensive and walked away from the table while we were talking! We ended the meal with a cannoli - we couldn't eat it, the cream sticks to the top of your mouth. The bill for this mess ended up to be $150 for 3 people for lunch and they did not even take off the cannoli which was left uneaten. I gave this restaurant 1 star because the waitress was very nice but I would not feed my dog from this place and the owner needs a lesson in customer service skills.
(1)Pinky K.
Great place!! Delicious food, lovely atmosphere and friendly staff. We Will definitely be visiting this place more often.
(5)james c.
Second visit: came specifically for happy hour as it existed previous visit a week before. This was partly about price but mostly because there were some interesting menu items for happy hour but not on lunch menu. Unfortunately happy hour has been rescheduled. We debated going elsewhere but ended up staying and had a good lunch. It is a little expensive with prices being in the $12 to $20 range for salads, sandwiches and entrees. There is a decent wine list with reds mostly in the $10-15 range which also seems a little overpriced. Service was friendly but when we had a problem it was difficult getting waiter's attention. At 2 p.m. there was one other table and a handful of people at the bar so it wasn't busy.
(4)Chelsea J.
This place is very new, and it is really wonderful! I love the location and the food so much! You can make reservations, though they aren't too busy during the week, but I haven't been there on a weekend so I can't speak to that. I've tried one of their pastas as well as their pizza and both were delicious! I can't wait to try more on their menu in the future because their food is awesome. The atmosphere is really great, high ceilings, a nice bar with lots of seating, free standing tables on one side and large booths on another, it is altogether laid out very well. I also like that it is modern looking on the inside, no tacky Italian-esque decor from Target here, the design is really well done. I've always had great service here, the servers are nice and attentive, and they can answer any questions you may have. The location of this restaurant is also great in that it is close to Old Town Scottsdale, but far enough away so that you can find a parking spot and you don't have to deal with hoards of crowds.
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