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Vivace - Belmont, Belmont, CA

Vivace - Belmont

4.7
4.7
2378 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
11:00 p.m.
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Translated from the Italian language, Vivace means "lively", which is exactly the ambiance at Vivace - Belmont 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 (2003-2019 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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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizza Bar, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (650) 637-0611
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    We cater small intimate dinners to large parties. Please call for details.
  • Private party facilities
    Vivace is well equipped to host your special function, whether it be an off-site meeting, baby shower, retirement party, anniversary, or a wedding rehearsal dinner. Please inquire about our group and corporate deals. We also offer a Prix Fixe tasting menu.
  • Private party contact
    Arrick Cheromiah: (650) 637-0611
  • Neighbourhood
    Belmont
  • Cross Street
    Alameda de Las Pulgas
  • Parking details
    Public lot at 1870 Ralston Avenue. Street parking also available.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • 🥂 Brunch with Us! Enjoy $15 Bottomless Mimosas

    Multiple dates available
    Who doesn't love the smell of bacon and pancakes in the morning? 🥞 🧇 🥓 Just launched: Prosciutto di Parma Eggs Benedict! You HAVE to come try it! $14 BOTTOMLESS Mimosas $12 Bloody Mary's $12 Espresso Martini's Savor our chef's special creations, sip on mimosas, and relax in our cozy ambiance. Whether you're catching up with friends or treating someone special, our brunch promises to delight your taste buds and lift your spirits here at Vivace! Don't miss out on this delicious rendezvous! Reserve your table today and let's brunch together in style. 🌞💖
    🥂 Brunch with Us! Enjoy $15 Bottomless Mimosas photo

What 2,378 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Peninsula

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Vivace - Belmont is a beloved neighborhood gem offering "best.gnocchi.ever," consistently great food, and a warm atmosphere. The staff, including standout Dana the bartender, are known for their hospitality. While occasional service hiccups occur, "spectacular food" and a vibrant ambiance make it a favorite for special occasions and regular visits alike.

2,378 Reviews
  1. Marlena

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly and attentive service, solid food, nice atmosphere and energy!

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  2. John

    VIP

    San Francisco

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for our anniversary…started with muscles/sausage appetizer (unbelievable deliciousness) paired with a bottle of Tuscan wine (Tenuta Di Arceno) so perfect…main was a margarita pizza OMG goodness! We love Vivace!

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  3. Fariborz

    VIP

    New York City

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    They sat us next to the door which was very cold.

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  4. Bill

    VIP

    San Francisco

    60 reviews

    5.0

    60 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding service and delicious Italian food. Vivace never disappoints! We love going there. Their wine list and bar are fantastic too!

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  5. Marilyn

    San Francisco

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The dining experience at Vivace is always consistently good! Service was a little slow I am sure due to the holiday festivities! I recommend this restaurant all the time! Christmas decorations were lovely!

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  6. Mark

    VIP

    San Francisco

    45 reviews

    1.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on December 16, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Have always dined at Vivace. Very disappointed on a very special evening for my wife and I. Had a reservation and did not get seated for 35 minutes later. End up opening our bottle of wine at the bar. Our table service was well below par. Late to the table with water, bread, appetizer, salad. Food was good as expected. For this special evening you think they would have brought a dessert to the table. Nope. Wait staff was very young and very inexperienced. Not returning to Vivace. Remain very disappointed.

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  7. DavidP

    VIP

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Eggplant parmigiana is the best!

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  8. Matthew

    VIP

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Way too loud. Need a curtain at the front door Duong the cold weather. Super uncomfortable in the bar.

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  9. frank

    VIP

    San Francisco

    38 reviews

    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our favorite , can’t go wrong place to eat on the peninsula . Everything is amazing .

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    San Francisco

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best eggplant parm anywhere! Ambiance is lovely. Service is superb. All food is excellent. You will love it all!

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FAQs

Vivace - Belmont does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Vivace - Belmont also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 637-0611.

Vivace - Belmont is rated 4.7 stars by 2378 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
11:00 p.m.
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Vivace - Belmont

1910 Ralston Ave., Belmont, CA 94002

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Alameda de Las Pulgas
  • Neighbourhood
    Belmont
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizza Bar, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public lot at 1870 Ralston Avenue. Street parking also available.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (650) 637-0611
  • Catering
    We cater small intimate dinners to large parties. Please call for details.
  • Private party facilities
    Vivace is well equipped to host your special function, whether it be an off-site meeting, baby shower, retirement party, anniversary, or a wedding rehearsal dinner. Please inquire about our group and corporate deals. We also offer a Prix Fixe tasting menu.
  • Private party contact
    Arrick Cheromiah: (650) 637-0611
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