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Name: Vivere
Address: 71 W Monroe Street, Chicago, IL, United States, 60603
Telephone: (312) 332-4040
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.2

Vivere

4.2 (1679)

$31 to $50

Italian

71 W Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60603

About this restaurant

Romantic
Good for special occasions
Innovative

Vivere continues to be a Chicago landmark of contemporary Italian cuisine. Operated by the Capitanini family , Vivere has won numerous awards ranging from "Best New Restaurant" Esquire Magazine, DiRona Award , Wine Spectator and Ultimate Distinction by Wine Enthusiast. The Chef incorporates innovative dishes from his yearly travels to the various regions of Italy. A unique tasting menu in addition to the seasonal menu displays the skill and progressive nature of the restaurant. Vivere's swank design, conceptualized by acclaimed designer Jordan Mozer, applies contemporary twists to Baroque designs that are draped in plush velvets and warmed by rich gold tones. Interior Design Magazine has given Vivere its highest honor for restaurant design. Vivere's immense cellar, complete with 45,000 bottles, affords the guest with endless options with the assistance of its Wine Director. The intimate bar makes a great place to enjoy a glass of champagne or a signature drink and antipasti.

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Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean, Continental
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 332-4040
Website
http://www.italianvillage-chicago.com/vivere/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Vivere offers several different dining options for private parties. Cocktail gatherings and sit down dinners for up to 60 guests are available in the balcony overlooking the main dining room. Parties of 75 can reserve the main dining room for dinner or buffet service. The entire restaurant can accommodate seating for 135 guests, or a buffet gathering for 175 with cocktails and appetizers in the intimate lounge. Themed parties can be arranged, as well as audio/visual capabilities, bands, O.K.’s , and special guest lecturers. The Wine Director is also available to hold seminars on the introduction, selection and trends in the Wine Industry. The talented chef and pastry chef can design any menu or item you are looking to serve and pair with that special vintage of wine.

Location
71 W Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60603
Neighborhood
Downtown / Loop
Cross street
Clark and Dearborn
Parking details
Valet offered Tuesday through Saturday from 5:00pm to 12:00am. Vehicles can be left during the theatre for dining guests.
Public transit
Blue Line & Red Line Trains, Clark Bus 22
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Mozzarella di Bufala e Pomodori$15.00
Imported Buffalo Mozzarella, Heirloom tomatoes, basil, red onion, balsamic glaze
Insalata Cesare*$9.00
Crispy green hearts of Romaine, house Caesar dressing, shaved Parmesan-Reggiano cheese, toasted brioche croutons
Insalata di Barbabietola$15.00
Balsamic roasted beets, butternut squash, arugula, micro kale, feta cheese, toasted pine nuts
Gnocchi con Astice e Spinaci$16.00
Homemade petite potato dumplings, lobster, truffle paste, spinach, white wine shallot sauce
Carote Arrostiti$12.00
Balsamic roasted Heirloom Rainbow Carrots, chili Tomini cheese, carrot and tomato relish, aged balsamic
Antipasto alla Vivere$18.00
Chefs choice of cured meats, cheeses and vegetables
Minestra del Giorno$7.50
Soup of the day
Insalata della Casa$7.50
Field greens, shaved radish, Heirloom tomatoes, balsamic vinaigrette
Insalata di Puttanesca*$15.00
Gotham greens Butter lettuce, pickled Cipollini onions, balsamic cherry tomatoes, olive and capers tapenade, Danish Bleu cheese, white anchovies, roasted garlic dressing
Calamari alla Griglia$15.00
Grilled calamari on a bed of herb chic-pea purée, grilled eggplant, dried cherry Caponata, fresh herbs
Polpo alla Griglia$16.00
Charred grilled Spanish octopus, pan fried purple potatoes, port wine, sautéed butternut squash, creamy garlic purple aioli
Formaggi Assortiti$13.00
Chefs selection of assorted cheese
Wine and Cheese Flight$30.00

Paste "Specializing in Hand Crafted Pasta"

Gluten Free pasta available upon request

Tortelli di Zucca$25.00
Hand crafted moon shaped pasta filled with butternut squash, Parmesan Reggiano, butter sauce, crumbled Amaretti cookie, toasted almonds
Agnolottini di Fagiano$27.00
"Our classic" small pillow shaped homemade Pheasant filled pasta, butter, sage, Parmesan-Reggiano
Ravioli di Formaggio con Pomodoro e Tuorlo D' Uovo*$27.00
Hand crafted pasta stuffed with Trugole cheese, hand dipped Ricotta, Parmesan-Reggiano, garlic cream sauce, nduja, charred cherry tomatoes, garlic chips, salt and sugar cured egg yolk
Tagliorini Zafferano alla Calabrese$29.00
Hand crafted saffron pasta sautéed with garlic and olive oil, spicy Calabrian peppers, Calamari, baby Gulf shrimp, Diver Sea scallop
Pappardelle alla Bolognese$24.00
Hand crafted wide flat noodles, traditional Bolognese meat sauce of veal, pork and beef
Rigatoni con Ragu di Agnello e Pomodori*$29.00
Hand crafted Rigatoni, dry aged lamb ragù, San Marzano tomatoes, rosemary cream, Calabrian chilies
Risotto con Granchio e Formaggio dl Tartufo*$28.00
Slow cooked Carniroli rice, citrus butter, Jumbo Lump Crab, Truffle cheese, roasted fennel purée, cacio e pepe tuile

Secondi

Ippoglosso con Mousse di Patate e Insalata di Mache e Salvia*$35.00
Sautéed Alaskan Halibut, potato mousse, sherry beurre blanc, Mache and fried sage salad, Black Tobiko Roe
Capesante con Pastinaca e Porri Arrostiti*$33.00
Pan seared Diver Sea Scallops, roasted parsnips, leeks, kale pesto, champagne sabayon, blood orange reduction
Agnello con Polenta dl Pistaccio*$34.00
Pan seared Lamb loin, pistachio polenta, salsa verde, brûléed shallot red wine marmalade
Pollo con Confit di Patate e Piselli$27.00
Pan seared Amish Airline chicken breast, skin-on, potato confit, pea purée, Agrodolce
Griglia di Vitello$43.00
Grilled 14oz bone in Veal chop, roasted King Oyster mushrooms, Black garlic purée
Bistecca Mama Mia*$48.00
Grilled 20oz USDA Prime Dry aged 30 day bone in Ribeye steak, rosemary roasted potatoes, local farm seasonal vegetables

What 1,679 people are saying

Vivere reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2

4.2 based on all time ratings

4.2Food
4.4Service
4.2Ambience
1.7Value

Noise • Moderate

1,679 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Chicago / Illinois2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 14, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An absolute experience, you must try the risotto .... And service was impeccable
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ArtP
Chicago / Illinois2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 5, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Have always enjoyed their pheasant-filled pasta and this most-recent visit failed to disappoint.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago / Illinois1 review
4.0
Dined on February 28, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Took the lady out for a couples getaway and found this restaurant on Google. Considering I couldn't pronounce a damn thing on the menu, it had to be fancy-right? Food was not portioned to my liking but it was absolutely delicious, we had a waiter that never let our water glasses get half full and the waitress we also had was very formal with her menu knowledge. If you're looking for first-class experience, vivere is a place to go for sure. Just make sure you're prepared to pay! Oh yeah, always leave a good tip too.
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OpenTable Diner
Austin2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 20, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and drinks were amazing. Highly recommended!
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johnG
Chicago / Illinois3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 16, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great overall experience! Great Food and Service. Would recoonend to all!
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VictoriaR
Chicago / Illinois5 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 15, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Vivere is conveniently located near the theater district. The food is elevated Italian, so be prepared to pay more. The dessert wasn't that good. Service was solid, but not exceptional. I would recommend simply based on convenience of the location.
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SandraB VIP
San Diego4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious dinner. Gluten Free pasta available which is a plus for me. Chocolate Panna Cotta dessert was fabulous!
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ScottC VIP
Chicago / Illinois46 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 13, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cozy bar with a knowledgeable bartender! Great place to have a drink with friends. Food and service were excellent. The wine steward was terrific. He helped us pick out a wonderful Amarone! We had a terrific time and will come back soon!
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nancyb
Chicago / Illinois9 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 8, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Vivere is part of The Italian Village which is a Chicago institution. We hadn’t been in ages and it was really good. I ordered dinner based on the wine steward’s wine recommendation and it was a great pick. We most often downtown before the CSO and will definitely return
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MaryanaS
Chicago / Illinois6 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 5, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding food and service. Too much to comment on each dish, simply delicious and must try.
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71 W Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60603

Additional information

Cross street
Clark and Dearborn
Neighborhood
Downtown / Loop
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean, Continental
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet offered Tuesday through Saturday from 5:00pm to 12:00am. Vehicles can be left during the theatre for dining guests.
Public transit
Blue Line & Red Line Trains, Clark Bus 22
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.italianvillage-chicago.com/vivere/
Phone number
(312) 332-4040
Private party facilities
Vivere offers several different dining options for private parties. Cocktail gatherings and sit down dinners for up to 60 guests are available in the balcony overlooking the main dining room. Parties of 75 can reserve the main dining room for dinner or buffet service. The entire restaurant can accommodate seating for 135 guests, or a buffet gathering for 175 with cocktails and appetizers in the intimate lounge. Themed parties can be arranged, as well as audio/visual capabilities, bands, O.K.’s , and special guest lecturers. The Wine Director is also available to hold seminars on the introduction, selection and trends in the Wine Industry. The talented chef and pastry chef can design any menu or item you are looking to serve and pair with that special vintage of wine.

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Antipasti

Mozzarella di Bufala e Pomodori$15.00

Insalata Cesare*$9.00

Insalata di Barbabietola$15.00

Gnocchi con Astice e Spinaci$16.00

Carote Arrostiti$12.00

Antipasto alla Vivere$18.00

Minestra del Giorno$7.50

Insalata della Casa$7.50

Insalata di Puttanesca*$15.00

Calamari alla Griglia$15.00

Polpo alla Griglia$16.00

Formaggi Assortiti$13.00

Wine and Cheese Flight$30.00

Paste "Specializing in Hand Crafted Pasta"

Tortelli di Zucca$25.00

Agnolottini di Fagiano$27.00

Ravioli di Formaggio con Pomodoro e Tuorlo D' Uovo*$27.00

Tagliorini Zafferano alla Calabrese$29.00

Pappardelle alla Bolognese$24.00

Rigatoni con Ragu di Agnello e Pomodori*$29.00

Risotto con Granchio e Formaggio dl Tartufo*$28.00

Secondi

Ippoglosso con Mousse di Patate e Insalata di Mache e Salvia*$35.00

Capesante con Pastinaca e Porri Arrostiti*$33.00

Agnello con Polenta dl Pistaccio*$34.00

Pollo con Confit di Patate e Piselli$27.00

Griglia di Vitello$43.00

Bistecca Mama Mia*$48.00

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