While visiting family in the Raleigh area, we decided to dine at Vivace. We previously had dined at Frazier's and Porter's and wanted to try Chef Sabo's effort at Italian cuisine. We were not disappointed. We selected the pizza as an appetizer and I must say that it was the best pizza I have eaten in years. No grease - just flavor! For entrees at my table, we had stuffed veal, ravioli and chicken cacciatore. We all tried each other's food and just could not decide which was the best. All were delicious.\r
I have traveled in Italy several times and the food reminded me of dishes I have had in authentic Italian restaurants. Too many restaurants in the U.S. have American-Italian food, but Chef Sabo has truly captured the flavors of Italy at Vivace.\r
Also, the atmosphere and the service were perfect. It was a Saturday night, so the restaurant was full, but we were treated as if we were the only ones in the restaurant. The next time I'm visiting in Raleigh, my husband and I will most definitely return to Vicace, but we plan to dine \r
""al fresco"" at Vivace's unique outside patio.
Pros: everything!
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