vivo ristorante - Westend

4.8

1938 Reviews

CAN$51 and over

Italian

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 21, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 15 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

An Epicurean Journey - SOLD OUT!
CA$175.00 per person
Prepaid
Jan 24, 2025 - Jan 25, 2025
An Epicurean Journey: Chef Medi's Curated Tasting Experience A 7 course tasting menu with optional wine/cocktail pairings Only available for parties of 2, seating is at our Chef's Counter THIS EXPERIENCE IS SOLD OUT - STAY TUNED FOR OUR NEXT TASTING EXPERIENCE COMING SOON!

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 1,938 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
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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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 offers a "fantastic dining experience" with "spectacular food and service." The authentic Italian cuisine is best enjoyed family-style, with generous portions perfect for sharing. Guests rave about the "exceptional service," often highlighting standout servers and the attentive staff. Ideal for special occasions, it promises an "amazing meal" every time.

1,938 Reviews

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jeanine
Edmonton
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible service, food was 10/10 and ambiance fantastic, packed restaurant despite the cold weather and bad roads
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Tori
Edmonton
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Do not dine here if you are celebrating any kind of occasion. It will get looked over, ultimately ruining the evening.
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Dan
Edmonton
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Vivo is one of our favourite restaurants, we have always had great food and a great experience.
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Linda
Edmonton
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We brought our son & his fiancée here to celebrate their recent engagement, as well as our son’s 23rd Birthday, & we’re so glad to say VIVO didn’t disappoint, as usual! This was our 5th time dining here, & we couldn’t wait to share what has always been an upscale dining experience, as a whole, we’ve continually received every time we’ve been to VIVO. From the prompt, exceptional service, the exemplary cuisine, the fresh, high end ingredients that inevitably make every exquisite, mouth watering morsel melt in your mouth…mmmm…Mmmm…MMMMMM!!!! We were so incredibly delighted that we were finally able to share that wonderful, absolutely scrumptious experience with the ones we love. VIVO will, most definitely, continue to be a culinary gem that we will joyfully share with those whom mean the most!
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Rummy
Edmonton
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service and whole experience was excellent. - absolute 10/10. Food was great. They went above and beyond to make it a special evening for our family that we won’t forget. Thank you!
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Dimitri
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place with exceptional service. The food was good, but be cautious ordering the “Fettuccine” Alfredo if you’re not a garlic lover. Overall, we will be back.
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GRANT
Edmonton
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was excellent, service was excellent and the room is very nice. A bit noisy but that is due to how popular this place is and how much of a good time patrons have while dining!
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Mike
Edmonton
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Al, our server, was the best! Food was amazing as always. Wine was great.
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Sonia
Edmonton
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a fabulous dinner and experience. My favourite meal
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Linda
Edmonton
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was not our first time dining at VIVO, & for good reason. The food, as always, was both authentic, & scrumptious, each choice we made so incredible that we willingly shared with others at our table as the portions are both generous, and simply too delicious to gate keep for ourselves. If there’s someone you’d truly enjoy sharing a culinary delight with, VIVO is the place to be! We can’t wait to go again to try other offerings on their menu, while pairing new choices with the favourites we just can’t pass up.
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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 1938 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 21, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 15 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

An Epicurean Journey - SOLD OUT!

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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