Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
Vivace Restaurant Brighton - Vivace Restaurant Brighton, Brighton, AU-VIC

Vivace Restaurant Brighton

4.7
4.7
28 Reviews
$41 to $100
Italian
317 Bay Street, Brighton, AU-VIC 3186

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
Since opening in 2004, Bayside residents and business’ alike have grown to love Vivace as their premier local eatery and function venue to catch up with friends, family and business colleagues.


Owner Chris Favaloro and co-host Andrew Zoli of Vivace are the dynamic duo that collaborate the front of house whilst Executive Chef, Davide Ferraro leads the talented team offering an extensive, modern Italian inspired menu , incorporating fresh local seafood, Black Angus beef, house made pastas and delectable desserts for the most fastidious diner.
Our Suburban Italian restaurant has a very classy and warm atmosphere, with soft and intimate lighting. Professional staff members are knowledgeable about the menu and wine list, and offer a non-intrusive level of service at all times. The tantalising menu ranges from fresh seafood to quality meat, with specials that change daily to keep regular diners happy.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Italian, European
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (03) 9596 9511
  • Website
    http://www.vivace.com.au/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Davide Ferraro
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    317 Bay Street, Brighton, AU-VIC 3186
  • Area
    Brighton
  • Parking details
    Street parking‎, Secure parking
  • Public transit
    50 metres from North Brighton Railway Line
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine
Gift card

Gift card

Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.

Send a gift card

Experiences

  • 2 Course Fixed Price Lunch Special

    $49.00 per person

    3 Jan 2025 - 29 Nov 2025
    Catch up with friends and colleagues with this great value lunch deal!
    2 Course Fixed Price Lunch Special photo

Menu

Vivace Restaurant Brighton's menu was last updated 2025-02-21.

$98 per person

ENTREE - Choice

  • Wild caught Tasmanian scallops, sweet corn mornay, pancetta

    • Calamari fritti, rocket, saffron, lime & garlic aioli

      • Eggplant caponata, zucchini, tomato, pistachio, stracciatella, crostini

        • Zucchini flowers tempura- gorgonzola, cacio e pepe, crushed pirelli

          MAIN - Choice

          • Gnocchetti Sorrentina- tomato, basil pesto, stracciatella

            • Risotto - blue swimmer crab, saffron, lemon, medley tomato, spring onion

              • Lamb shoulder, J’artichoke, beetroot agro dolce, heirloom carrots, Persian fetta

                • Fish of the day - Rockling fillet, cous cous siciliano, asparagus, salmoriglio

                  • Side- rocket & parmesan salad, balsamic dressing

                    DESSERT - Choice

                    • Affogato

                      vanilla bean ice cream, honeycomb, espresso - Baileys, Frangelico, Kahlua (gf)

                      • Belgian chocolate fondant, hazelnut crumb, vanilla ice cream

                        • Panna cotta, Caribbean Rum, caramelised pineapple, toasted coconut

                          • Affogato- Vanilla bean ice cream, honeycomb, espresso

                            • Cheese- marmalade, grapes, muscatels, crostini, walnuts

                              Last updated: 25 October 2024

                              What 28 people are saying

                              Vivace Restaurant Brighton reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                              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
                              • 4.7Food
                              • 4.8Service
                              • 4.7Ambience
                              • 4.5Value

                              Noise • Moderate

                              Loved For

                              • Bayside

                                Best Overall

                              • Bayside

                                Best Food

                              • Bayside

                                Best Service

                              • Bayside

                                Best Ambience

                              • Bayside

                                Best Value

                              • Bayside

                                Good for business meals

                              • Bayside

                                Good for groups

                              • Bayside

                                Healthy

                              • Bayside

                                Neighbourhood gem

                              • Bayside

                                Good for special occasions

                              • Bayside

                                Lively

                              • Bayside

                                Most Booked

                              Review summary

                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                              Vivace Restaurant Brighton is a local favorite known for "excellent food and service." Guests rave about its "wonderful dining experience" and "authentic Italian flavors." The atmosphere is "warm and inviting," with a "divine wine list" and "fabulous service." Regulars appreciate the "consistently brilliant" quality and "great specials."

                              28 Reviews

                              1. Charles VIP

                                Victoria7 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined 4 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Vivace is a Saturday night favourite.Food is always excellent as is the wine and service. And to top it off last night a fabulous souffle. What more can a person need or want .

                                Is this helpful?

                              2. Peter

                                Melbourne4 reviews

                                4.0

                                Dined 6 days ago

                                1. Overall 4
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 4
                                We had the 2 course autumn special which was a nice size.

                                Is this helpful?

                              3. Maureen VIP

                                Melbourne12 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined on 18 March 2025

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Outstanding restaurant with amazing food and service. Not noisy and a lovely place to dine out.

                                Is this helpful?

                              4. JenniferH VIP

                                New York City1 review

                                5.0

                                Dined on 15 March 2025

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Fabulous service and superb food. We are regulars at Vivace because it's such a wonderful dining experience and is consistently brilliant. They always offer great 'specials' each time so you always have something new to try - plus they know how to make great cocktails!

                                Is this helpful?

                              5. Penelope

                                Los Angeles2 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined on 13 March 2025

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Always consistent. Love this restaurant, the food is always great and service is always 100%. One of my favs.

                                Is this helpful?

                              6. paul

                                Melbourne3 reviews

                                4.0

                                Dined on 12 March 2025

                                1. Overall 4
                                2. Food 4
                                3. Service 4
                                4. Ambience 4
                                we always like having a meal at vivace with a beer an glass of cider

                                Is this helpful?

                              7. Avanti

                                Melbourne1 review

                                5.0

                                Dined on 7 March 2025

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Our second time at Vivace and absolutely nothing disappointed. Great food, atmosphere and service and a divine wine list. Absolutely one of my favourite restaurants in Brighton.

                                Is this helpful?

                              8. David

                                Melbourne1 review

                                5.0

                                Dined on 7 March 2025

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 4
                                I have been going to Vivace for ? decades and never been disappointed. Last night was no exception. Warm welcome, beautifully cooked and served snapper and unobtrusive staff who were always there when needed.

                                Is this helpful?

                              9. Mark VIP

                                Melbourne1 review

                                1.0

                                Dined on 21 February 2025

                                1. Overall 1
                                2. Food 2
                                3. Service 2
                                4. Ambience 3
                                Overpriced and underwhelming. First and last time for me. Many better options nearby

                                Is this helpful?

                              10. Gaye VIP

                                Melbourne21 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined on 7 February 2025

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                I return frequently. Very relaxing and enjoyable. Staff always helpful, friendly but non-intrusive. Airy, elegant, venue.

                                Is this helpful?

                              FAQs

                              You can order delivery directly from Vivace Restaurant Brighton using the Order Online button.

                              Vivace Restaurant Brighton is rated 4.7 stars by 28 OpenTable diners.

                              Vivace Restaurant Brighton does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

                              1. Home
                              2. Australia
                              3. Melbourne
                              4. Bayside
                              5. Brighton

                              Make a booking

                              2 people
                              7:00 pm
                              Booked 10 times today
                              Experiences are available.
                              Google Map for Vivace Restaurant Brighton

                              317 Bay Street, Brighton, AU-VIC 3186

                              Additional information

                              • Area
                                Brighton
                              • Hours of Operation
                                Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
                              • Price
                                $41 to $100
                              • Cuisines
                                Italian, European
                              • Dining style
                                Fine Dining
                              • Dress code
                                Smart Casual
                              • Parking details
                                Street parking‎, Secure parking
                              • Public transit
                                50 metres from North Brighton Railway Line
                              • Payment Options
                                AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                              • Executive Chef
                                Davide Ferraro
                              • Additional
                                Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine
                              • Delivery & takeout
                                Order direct
                              Gift card

                              Gift card

                              Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.

                              Send a gift card
                              Discover
                              OpenTable
                              • About Us
                              • Blog
                              • Careers
                              • Press
                              More
                              Our sites
                              Businesses
                              • Delight more diners
                              • Open for Business Blog
                              Join us on
                              • Privacy policy
                              • Terms of Use
                              • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
                              • Cookie Preferences
                              Copyright © 2024 OpenTable Australia Level 22, 357 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria - All rights reserved.
                              OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
                              Booking Logo
                              Priceline Logo
                              KAYAK Logo
                              Agoda Logo
                              OpenTable Logo