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   Dinner

   Chicago

   17 reviews

   4.0

   17 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall4food3service5ambience5

   Great service from our waiter. Ambience was great Drinks were on point. Fish was mediocre. Dessert had a freezer burn taste to it. Chicken pot pie was decent. I’d definitely go again but skip dessert. I’d eat dessert at that cake shop that’s walking distance.

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   hhdrf

   Indiana

   136 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   136 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Excellent Camembert with baguette and grapes and my husband enjoyed the Vivanti Breakfast

   Vivante French EateryResponded today

   Hi there! Thank you so much for the 5 stars and the kind words, we certainly appreciate it! Please let me know if I may be of any service. Eric Kichler, manager Vivante French Eatery, 317-688-1952

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   OpenTable Diner

   Washington DC

   1 review

   vip
   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 5 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Top-notch service and we loved our food as well.

   Vivante French EateryResponded today

   Hi there! Thank you so much for the 5 stars and the kind words, we certainly appreciate it! Please let me know if I may be of any service. Eric Kichler, manager Vivante French Eatery, 317-688-1952

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4. KM

   KatherineM

   Indiana

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 12, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   This is wonderful place to go for a special occasion or to treat yourself to exquisite eats!

   Vivante French EateryResponded 6 days ago

   Thank you for the lovely review!

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   hhdrf

   Indiana

   137 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   137 reviews

   Dined on May 9, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Wonderful breakfast. Enjoyed it as always

   Vivante French EateryResponded on May 9, 2022

   Thank you! We hope to see you again soon!

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6. KH

   KathyH

   Indiana

   12 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on May 8, 2022

   overall4food5service3ambience5

   We came here to do something special for breakfast on Mother’s Day. The dining area is quite elegant. . . very bright and open, tables all set, we were very impressed. We came early to avoid the Mother’s Day crowd and the staff seemed confused and unprepared for customers. One of us was given a dinner menu and it took forever to get the replacement breakfast menu and then when we asked a question, we were casually told of things that were not on the menu (without description or prices). The food was pretty good and the Mimosas were delicious, but the staff just took away from our experience. I’m hoping it was just because we were there early and the staff was distracted getting prepared for the Mother’s Day brunch.

   Vivante French EateryResponded 6 days ago

   Thank you so much for reviewing your experience with us. We are so glad you enjoyed the food and drinks but do apologize for the clunky service. We have shared this with our team to improve our service. We hope you'll consider dining with us again.

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   StevenH

   Indiana

   69 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   69 reviews

   Dined on May 7, 2022

   overall4food4service3ambience4

   This was our First time dining here. The atmosphere is quite nice. Although the menu is not gigantic the entrees were well prepared and tasty. It would be nice to have additional appetizer selections though. The service was good, but hopefully will improve as the staff gains experience, as they all seemed to be young and a little unsure of themselves. When I ask the server what they think of a menu item I want to know what they think, not that an item is popular, but this seems to be the common response in all restaurants now. The sea bass was excellent. I liked the crispy savory outside but left the fish itself nice and moist.

   Vivante French EateryResponded on May 9, 2022

   Thank you for taking the time to review your experience with us! We are so glad you enjoyed your meal and appreciate the feedback on our menu and team. We have shared this and hope to see you again soon!

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   Mino

   Indiana

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on May 7, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   It was a nice Mother’s Day brunch.

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   ProfPolymath

   Indiana

   3 reviews

   4.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on May 6, 2022

   overall4food5service4ambience4

   Great experience!! We would highly recommend Vivante. The food was exceptional, service was great and everyone was courteous.

   Vivante French EateryResponded on May 9, 2022

   Thank you for the great review!

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    MMMM

    Indiana

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful experience, third time there and will be back. Roast duck, bone marrow, and crime Brulee were all well prepared.

    Vivante French EateryResponded on May 9, 2022

    Thank you for reviewing your experience! We appreciate the feedback and hope to see you for a fourth time soon!

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    ParulM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 1, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience4

    Server was excellent, food was excellent. It took a really long time for our food to arrive.

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12. EC

    ExecCoach

    Indiana

    58 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2022

    overall3food2service4ambience3

    We've dined at Vivante several times (convenient before a Palladium performance); this time it was disappointing. Our entree's were served lukewarm (duck and risotto) - we knew if it was placed under the salamander to heat up- the duck would get dry and the risotto would get gummy. So while it was lukewarm to begin with, the risotto (and it was under seasoned) was stone cold mid-way through as well as the duck. Cool temperature duck is ok- but cold risotto is off-putting. Our side of roasted brussel sprouts, while listed as sharable- there were only 10 sprouts; and they were under cooked- barely roasted. We had ordered these before and was served a sharable portion. We had to ask for steak knives for our entre' these should have been automatically brought out prior to serving the entre'. It would have been nice for the server to wipe down the table after entre' dishes were cleared, before dessert was served. The one thing that was perfect-, our server knew to put in our souffle order as the entre' was served to allow the 30 minutes needed to cook- plus giving us time to rest in between courses. As what is to be fine dining- a little more work on the service- kitchen timing with food runners is needed. While this is really a hotel issue- but it truly affects the dining experience, is the signature scent that is heavy and is very strong at the side entrance that leads directly to the dining room - is not a welcome scent when you are drinking wine and eating food. Perhaps the hotel should address this; FYI your team members do not like it either- but they have gotten used to it.

    Vivante French EateryResponded on May 2, 2022

    Thank you for taking the time to review your experience with us. We are so sorry the food and service did not meet your expectations, or ours, and we have shared your comments with our team. We've also shared your feedback on the hotel's signature scent with the appropriate team. We appreciate your feedback and hope you'll dine with us again soon for a much better experience.

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13. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2022

    overall4food3service5ambience5

    Allison was great! Will ask for her again. Food was good except for the temp. Plate was warmer than the food.

    Vivante French EateryResponded on May 2, 2022

    Thank you for the feedback! We have shared with our team!

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    Annie

    Charleston

    39 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    The short ribs were beautifully done but way overpriced. I liked the ambience but overall we did not like the food well enough to go back at those prices.

    Vivante French EateryResponded on April 25, 2022

    Thank you for the feedback on your experience with us and our pricing! We've shared this with our team for review!

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    hhdrf

    Indiana

    137 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    137 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Perfect Saturday Brunch!

    Vivante French EateryResponded on April 25, 2022

    Thank you for the lovely review!

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    MamedS

    Indiana

    15 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2022

    overall2food2service4ambience1

    Support bland for. Prices on the bill do Not Match the ones on the menu.

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    RichardD

    Las Vegas

    7 reviews

    1.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1

    Had reservations confirmed, had guests with us, and when we arrived at the restaurant it was locked and a sign announced that it was closed. We were given no notice. All of us were deeply disappointed, and I felt embarrassed as I had spoken highly of the restaurant prior to our guests. Not sure I would ever return.

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    jaymar

    Indiana

    20 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2022

    overall1food1service2ambience1

    We booked a table to celebrate my husband's birthday and as soon as we arrived, we realized that things have changed in what was once a fabulous French restaurant serving noteworthy and delicious food. Upon arrival, we ordered drinks at the bar, the old fashioned was mediocre at best, presented by a server who was uninterested. We proceeded to our table, that was located in the bar area, the only table in the bar for two people.....although there was plenty of tables in the actual restaurant area. I did not want to fuss as it was my husbands birthday, but very disappointed in where they seated us. When we looked at the menu, we realized that all the delicious French offerings had gone. It was very apparent that the serving team that took such excellent care of us last time and the chef had all gone. We played safe with a charcuterie board and chicken pot pie. The board was ok, nothing special and the pot pie was inedible. The fries were frozen, not the fancy expensive hand cut ones they claim on the menu. It was clear things had dramatically changed since our last visit. We were asked for feedback by a lovely guy who has been brought in to "get things back on track" and he confirmed the chef had left and we later found out most of the fabulous serving team had left and the few remaining are leaving soon. This is not a French restaurant. It is not serving high quality noteworthy food and it is not worthy of the prices listed on the menu. The food we were served last night was no better than food that we have eaten in local diners and that is insulting local diners. To be fair, they took care of our check because it was that bad. That was a very nice gesture on their part as I feel the remaining employees are in a difficult situation trying their best to serve out food they know to be inferior to what was once fabulous. This is not a French restaurant no longer, not even close.

    Vivante French EateryResponded on April 20, 2022

    We appreciate the feedback on your experience with us and are so sorry the food was not what you were expecting since your last visit. We do have a new Executive Chef that is excited to bring his version of approachable French to our restaurant and hope you'll visit us again for a better experience.

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    Beeeee

    New England

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 16, 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience3

    Cold bland food. Good location. Boring ambiance. Cool to go once.

    Vivante French EateryResponded on April 20, 2022

    Thank you for taking the time to review your experience with us. We appreciate the feedback and have shared with our team. We hope you'll reconsider dining with us again in the future.

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    JamieS

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2022

    overall5food3service5ambience5

    We had spent the night in the hotel and so we ate breakfast here The next morning Beautiful place …excellent service ..however the food was average which was a little disappointing as everything else was very nice ….I will say the coffee was very good .

    Vivante French EateryResponded on April 20, 2022

    Thank you for staying and dining with us! We appreciate the feedback and have shared your comments with our team. We hope to see you again if your travels bring you this way!

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    Bennettskis

    Chicago

    60 reviews

    5.0

    60 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    I stayed in the hotel attached and it was a pleasant experience. Had a drink and light meal (Baked Camembert cheese) along with a nice glass of wine. All good!

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22. GW

    GenevaW

    Indiana

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Staff was friendly and food was delicious

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    hhdrf

    Indiana

    137 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    137 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    I enjoyed the sea bass filet very much, my wife enjoyed a perfect filet mignon

    Vivante French EateryResponded on April 7, 2022

    Thank you for the fantastic review! We are so glad you enjoyed your experience and hope to see you again soon!

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24. CP

    CherylPC

    Indiana

    61 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    Decor was fresh and modern. The chicken pot pie was excellent. Nice wine menu. Server was very friendly, professional and attentive.

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25. TJ

    TammyJ

    Indiana

    35 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on April 3, 2022

    overall4food3service3ambience4

    What a beautiful restaurant! We had a wonderful meal.

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26. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Outstanding ambiance, waitress was excellent and attentive. Music was a bit too loud. Food of course was exceptional! Will certainly return!

    Vivante French EateryResponded on April 4, 2022

    Thank you so much for the great review and the feedback on the music! We'll share this with our team!

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27. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 2, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    It was amazing I loved the waitresses they were so sweet and attentive

    Vivante French EateryResponded on April 4, 2022

    Thank you for the great review!

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    Teresa

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful good. Excellent service. Would have appreciated a specialty brunch cocktail menu.

    Vivante French EateryResponded on April 4, 2022

    Thank you for the great review and for the feedback on brunch cocktails! We appreciate it!

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29. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2022

    overall5food4service3ambience5

    New waitress

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    Mark

    Indiana

    47 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    We were very impressed with the service and atmosphere. Overall, the food was very good, but value misses the mark. The wine selection was excellent. On the down-side, like many other restaurants, wines are typically three or four times the cost compared to retail outlets. We started out with the Baked Camembert appetizer, which was very good, but the price seems high for what you get. For our main course, we both had Grilled Duck Breast. The duck with the cranberry demi and the mushroom farrotto were delicious. However, the roasted ring of squash was not up the quality of the rest of the plate, it seemed a neglected afterthought, dry and lacking flavor. We both agree that the dessert, a chocolate souffle, was excellent. It was delicious, light and very well prepared. This was our first time here, we will go back as it was overall very good. Hopefully our next visit will get up to five stars.

    Vivante French EateryResponded on April 4, 2022

    Thank you for reviewing your experience with us and the feedback on your meal. We look forward to welcoming you again soon for 5-star experience!

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    LeslieT

    Indiana

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Really great food and service! We went for a special girls brunch to honor our friend having here second baby. Our waitress was so kind and lovely and made sure we were happy throughout our time there. I got the quiche and it was DELICIOUS! Everyone really enjoyed their meals and cocktails. Beautiful ambience too!!

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    JenniG

    Indiana

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Went with some friends for brunch. Our server Allison was an absolute pleasure. The food was outstanding but the service was perfection. Please know what a gift you have by employing Allison!!

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    hhdrf

    Indiana

    137 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    137 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Excellent as always

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    kellyg

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food was delicious ; fresh with great flavors. We had a gluten free diner with us for brunch who does not eat eggs, so there were not many gluten free options for him.

    Vivante French EateryResponded on March 22, 2022

    Thank you for taking the time to review your experience with us. We are so glad you enjoyed your meal and we do appreciate the feedback on providing gluten free options, we've shared these comments with our team. We hope to see you again soon!

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    Indyshark

    Indiana

    69 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    69 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great service and great food.

    Vivante French EateryResponded on March 22, 2022

    Thank you so much for reviewing your experience with us! We hope to see you again soon!

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36. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience5

    I felt like there should be bread. We had sea bass and crab cakes. There was a little salad on plate with it but felt like bread would have been nice.

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37. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 15, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    Had the place almost to ourselves. Some food items priced well others overpriced. If you want a steak only 1 option a 6 oz filet for $40

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    hhdrf

    Indiana

    137 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    137 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Dinner and service just perfect!

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    Guppie

    Indiana

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Top notch service and food. Always a great experience!

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40. S

    Stan

    Indiana

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    Delightful evening dinner. Could actually talk to dinner companions. Food and drink were excellent. Service couldn't be better.

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