vivo ristorante - Westend

4.8

1919 Reviews

CAN$51 and over

Italian

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2 people

Nov 26, 2024

7:30 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Great for fine wines

vivo is where Italian comes alive. We relish the enthusiasm and joy with which the traditional Italian meal is prepared and delivered, and seek to recreate that experience for every guest. Our open kitchen showcases our chefs preparing fresh and local ingredients.

When you join us for dinner, expect it to be a relaxing evening lasting a couple hours over several piatti (courses). Your table comes alive when we present a variety of large offerings on platters or bowls within easy reach of all.

A classic Italian pranzo (dinner) usually beings with a variety of antipasti (hot and cold appetizers), followed by one or two primi (usually a hot pasta, risotto, gnocchi or zuppa). Next your table will share a secondi (entrees) served on a platter combined with your choice of contorni (vegetable side dishes). Italians often complete their meal with un dolce, un caffe, or un digestivo (dessert, espresso, liqueur or grappa).
we only use fresh in house made pastas and sauces.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Farm-to-table
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(780) 756-7710
Website
http://www.vivoristorante.ca/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
call us for free quote from 8 to 50 people
Private party facilities
All parties of 9 or more are booked through the restaurant directly.

Location
18352 Lessard Rd, Edmonton, AB T6M 2W8
Neighborhood
Edmonton
Cross street
184 St
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

2024 New Year's Eve Four Course Dinner
CA$170.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 27, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024
Amuse Bouche vivo's signature Grilled Caesar Salad Bistecca, Granchio e Due Primi 5 oz Wagyu sirloin steak, southern king crab legs, lobster ravioli & mixed wild mushroom ravioli, duchess potatoes and roasted mixed vegatables Intermezzo House-made Cheesecake, apple caramel, berry coulis, chocolate crumble

Popular dishes

Caesar (Vivo Signature Dish)CA$33.00
grilled romaine, crispy capers, focaccia crumbs, piastrella, parmigiano, olive oil, grilled lemon
- Full SizeCA$26.00
CapreseCA$31.00
tomatoes-on-the-vine, semi-dried cherry tomatoes, bufala mozzarella, fior di latte, balsamic reduction, pesto, fresh basil
- Full SizeCA$25.00

Antipasti

CarpaccioCA$35.00
Alberta beef tenderloin, black garlic aioli, crispy capers, EVOO, parmigiano, sourdough crostini
PolpettiniCA$19.00
Alberta beef tenderloin meatballs, marinara sauce, parmigiano, focaccia crumbs, parsley
AranciniCA$19.00
fried risotto rice balls, mozzarella, tomato sugo, caper aioli
GamberettiCA$29.00
charred jumbo Black Tiger shrimp, spiced tomato sugo, pickled jalapeno, lemon aioli, grilled lemon
CapesanteCA$48.00
pan-seared jumbo scallops, parsnip puree, pancetta chips, grey sea salt, basil oil

Primi Piatti

Fettuccine (Vivo Signature Dish)CA$36.00
bufala mozzarella, fior di latte, grana padano, garlic, butter, parsley, parmigiano
- LargeCA$28.00
Spaghetti alla BurrataCA$33.00
tomato sugo, garlic, fresh buratta, parmigiano, fresh basil
- FullCA$26.00
RigatoniCA$34.00
either - house made mild Italian pork sausage, spicy tomato sauce, red wine, lemon mascarpone, parmigiano or - Alberta beef tenderloin Bolognese sauce
- LargeCA$27.00
GnudiCA$33.00
toasted ricotta gnocchi, pancetta, walnut, sage, maple brown butter, orange zest, pecorino, bufala Stracciatella
- LargeCA$26.00
Risotto all' AragostaCA$49.00
Canadian Lobster tail, lobster bisque sauce, saffron, green peas, Sambuca, chives, parmigiano
- Large SizeCA$40.00

Secondi Piatti

Bistecca alla FiorentinaCA$112.00
30-ounce Alberta beef porterhouse, Maitre d'Hotel butter, inverno insalata
- Blue
- Rare
- Medium Rare
- Medium
- Medium Well
- Well Done
Filetto (Vivo Signature Dish)
beef tenderloin, crispy prosciutto, red onion jam, horseradish mousse
- 10 ozCA$68.00
- 20 ozCA$129.00
- Blue
- Rare
- Medium Rare
- Medium
- Medium Well
- Well Done
Branzino
Chilean sea bass, grilled grapefruit, fennel citrus salad, pickled samphire; check availability
- 8 ozCA$69.00
- 16 ozCA$132.00
Agnello
lamb rack, rosemary, garlic, olive polenta, yogurt pepperoncini sauce
- Blue
- Rare
- Medium Rare
- Medium
- Medium Well
- Well Done
- HalfCA$57.00
- FullCA$109.00
PolloCA$66.00
chicken breast parmigiana, marinara sauce, mozzarella, parmigiano
Short RibCA$79.00
Alberta beef bone-in short rib, braised, Chianti, salsa verde, greens

Piatto

Arrosto Misto
family style mixed grill with beef tenderloin, short rib and mild Italian sausage
- Serves 4-6CA$210.00
- Blue
- Rare
- Medium Rare
- Medium
- Medium Well
- Well Done
Bistecca e PesceCA$134.00
beef tenderloin and Chilean sea bass
- Blue
- Rare
- Medium Rare
- Medium
- Medium Well
- Well Done
- SmallCA$132.00
- LargeCA$256.00

Contorni

FunghiCA$17.00
Alberta grown oyster-medley mushrooms, portobello, shitake, & cremini, garlic, thyme, sherry, parsley, parmigiano
Patate ArrostoCA$14.00
roasted baby potatoes from Little Potato Co., butter, pecorino, parsley, maresh
CaroteCA$14.00
multi-coloured carrots from Peas On Earth Farm, red onion, feta, vino cotto vinaigrette
Barbabietole FreddoCA$14.00
chilled oven-roasted mixed beets, red onion, feta, vino cotto vinaigrette
Cavoletti di BruxellesCA$17.00
Brussels sprouts flash fried, roasted apples, pancetta crisps, spicy honey
AsparagiCA$19.00
grilled asparagus spears, prosciutto, pepperoncini mascarpone

What 1,919 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Edmonton / Northern Alberta
Best Overall
Edmonton / Northern Alberta
Best Food
Edmonton / Northern Alberta
Best Service
Edmonton / Northern Alberta
Italian
Edmonton
Best Overall
Edmonton
Best Food
Edmonton
Best Service
Edmonton
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Vivo Ristorante - Westend consistently delights diners with "amazing" food and "great service." The restaurant's family-style dining approach allows patrons to savor a variety of delectable dishes. Regulars highlight the "excellent" pasta and impeccable service from staff like Dean and Taylor. A favorite for special occasions, Vivo's inviting atmosphere and commitment to quality make it a standout choice.

1,919 Reviews

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Elke
Edmonton
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service! Will come back again. All the recommendations were superb including salad and ribs and brussel sprouts.
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Garth
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
You get what you pay for here. It's not a weekly eatery, but for special occasions with that special someone, it's gold. Highly recommended.
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Roxanne
Las Vegas
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is outstanding! Really, the only downside is the price. It is truly a treat of a restaurant.
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Cheryl
Edmonton
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was our first time at Vivo and we will be back. The food was incredible. Steak was melt in your mouth! We loved the timing and space between each course that was served. Our waiter was fantastic! We give it a hands down 5 star rating!
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Tina
Edmonton
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Been here four times now this year and tonight was the best. The food was outstanding. The service was superb and the noise level wasn’t as high as previous overall best experience so far.
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Colin
Edmonton
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I love vivo and every time we go is amazing. Service to the food to all small details are done to perfection. Emily has been our server the last few times we’ve been and she’s been terrific!
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Ryan
Edmonton
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Was good overall but prices are extreme for what you're getting. Waitress was pushy also and tried to upsell a lot .
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Rochelle
Edmonton
37 reviews
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food and service. Always a great experience
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Rose
Edmonton
13 reviews
3.0
13 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
VERY expensive. My daughter and I went. Normally a dinner out for both of us is about $80.00. Our bill at Vivo's was over $120.00. Food was good. Ambience was ruined by some unpleasant piped in music. It certainly was not worth $120.00. I will never return.
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Clint
Edmonton
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing meal, great atmosphere, we love the counter seating. VIVO is a must. Enjoy!
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FAQs

vivo ristorante - Westend offers delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes. vivo ristorante - Westend also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (780) 756-7710.

vivo ristorante - Westend is rated 4.8 stars by 1919 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 26, 2024

7:30 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for vivo ristorante - Westend

18352 Lessard Rd, Edmonton, AB T6M 2W8

Additional information

Cross street
184 St
Neighborhood
Edmonton
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Farm-to-table
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.vivoristorante.ca/
Phone number
(780) 756-7710
Catering
call us for free quote from 8 to 50 people
Private party facilities
All parties of 9 or more are booked through the restaurant directly.

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vivo ristorante - Westend

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

The Diner Reviews Are In: 100 Best Restaurants in Canada

2024 New Year's Eve Four Course Dinner

Fettuccine

Carpaccio

Agnello

Assagio

FocacciaCA$10.00

Olive CaldeCA$12.00

Insalata

Caesar (Vivo Signature Dish)CA$33.00

CapreseCA$31.00

Antipasti

CarpaccioCA$35.00

PolpettiniCA$19.00

AranciniCA$19.00

GamberettiCA$29.00

CapesanteCA$48.00

Primi Piatti

Fettuccine (Vivo Signature Dish)CA$36.00

Spaghetti alla BurrataCA$33.00

RigatoniCA$34.00

GnudiCA$33.00

Risotto all' AragostaCA$49.00

Secondi Piatti

Bistecca alla FiorentinaCA$112.00

Filetto (Vivo Signature Dish)

Branzino

Agnello

PolloCA$66.00

Short RibCA$79.00

Piatto

Arrosto Misto

Bistecca e PesceCA$134.00

Contorni

FunghiCA$17.00

Patate ArrostoCA$14.00

CaroteCA$14.00

Barbabietole FreddoCA$14.00

Cavoletti di BruxellesCA$17.00

AsparagiCA$19.00

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