
Italian
Vivace
2244 Ivy Road
Charlottesville, VA 22903
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Featured Items
Ragu alla Bolognese
House-made sausage and beef tomato sauce with homemade tagliatelle$25.00Caesar Salad
Romaine lettuce, Grana cheese, olives, croutons and house-made ceasar dressing$10.00Chicken Piccata
Lighted floured and pan seared chicken over spaghetti with white wine lemon butter caper sauce$26.00
Dinner
Appetizer
Olives
Mix of Spanish and Italian olives$6.00White Anchovies
Boquerones from Spain with arugula and orange segment$7.00Tomato Basil Bisque
Served with croutons, chili oil, basil and Grana Padano *Subject to change daily*$10.00Garlic Cheesebread
4 slices of ciabatta bread with three cheeses and a side of house-made marinara$10.00Polpettini
Four house made sausage and beef meatballs with marinara and mozzarella$12.00
Bruschetta
4 slices of Garlic Cheesebread with chopped fresh tomatoes, red onion, basil and balsamic$12.00Artichoke & Goat Cheese Dip
Blend of goat cheese, Grana Padano and Pecorino Romano cheeses with Italian artichokes and a side of ciabatta bread$12.00Antipasti
Finocchiona salami, genoa, soppresata, prosciutti de parma, fontina, Mediterranean olive mix and crostini$18.00Spicy Italian sausage with crispy polenta cake
with sauteed peppers and onions$12.00Fried Oysters
served with lemon caper aioli and cocktail sauce$16.00
Calamari
Flash fried calamari and cherry peppers served with marinara and smoked tomato aioli for dipping$16.00Arancini
Sicilian rice balls stuffed with salami and mozzarella cheese, served with marinara$12.00Burrata
Burrata with Italian artichokes, olives, fire roasted peppers, tomatoes, basil, and crostini$14.00Mussels
spicy white wine, lemon butter tomato sauce$16.00Fried Green Tomatoes
goat cheese, pickled corn, smoked tomato aioli$12.00
Pizzas
Pizza Bianca
A 12 inch pizza with olive oil, roasted garlic, fresh mozzarela, provolone and grana padano.$18.00
Pizza Margherita
A 12 inch pizza with San Marzano tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and basil$19.00
Pizza with Prosciutto di parma and Arugula
A 12 inch pizza with red sauce, fresh mozzarella, grana padono cheese, arugula with a white balsamic vinaigrette$20.00Pizza Special
12 inch white pizza with pesto, grape tomatoes, burrata and basil$20.00
Salads
House Salad
Mixed greens, shredded carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes and red onion.$9.00Caesar Salad
Romaine lettuce, Grana cheese, olives, croutons and house-made ceasar dressing$10.00Mediterranean Salad
Mixed greens, olives, tomatoes, artichokes, red onion, sundried tomatoes, feta cheese, croutons with hose Italian dressing.$12.00The Wedge Salad
Iceberg, creamy gorgonzola dolce, tomatoes, sliced red onion, house pancetta$13.00Spinach Salad
Organic spinach, goat cheese, house pickled beets, candied walnuts, balsamic reduction and extra virgin olive oil$12.00Special Salad
Organic mixed greens, strawberry, goat cheese, candied walnuts, shaved red onion, white balsamic vinaigrette. *Subject to change daily*$12.00Caprese
Fresh mozzarella and local tomatoes with balsamic reduction, extra virgin olive oil and basil$12.00
Pasta
Baked Penne Bolognese
Penne pasta and house made bolognese sauce and baked with three cheeses Our bolognese sauce is made with beef and house made sausage.$25.00Fettuccini Alfredo
Fettuccini pasta with a cream sauce, made from Grana Padano cheese$22.00Frutti di Mar
Spaghetti with clams, mussels and shrimp with a spicy white wine, lemon, butter tomato sauce$32.00Gamberi Fra Diavolo
shrimp, spicy marinara sauce, fettuccini$29.00Gnocchi
potato gnocchi, spinach cream sauce$25.00Lasagne Bolognese
$25.00Orecchiette
house-made sausage, broccoli rabe, plum tomatoes, grana padano$25.00Oreganata
Spaghetti with Virginia clams, house-made crumbled sausage and a spicy white wine, lemon butter tomato sauce.$32.00Pasta alla Vivace
Marsala cream sauce, grilled chicken, sundried tomatoes, mushrooms with penne pasta$26.00Penne alla Pesto
Penne pasta with house-made pesto with a touch of cream, made with pine nuts$22.00Penne Primavera
Penne pasta with sautéed mushrooms, broccoli rabe, sundried tomatoes, grape tomatoes with white wine alfredo sauce$25.00Ragu alla Bolognese
House-made sausage and beef tomato sauce with homemade tagliatelle$25.00Ravioli Rosati
Alfredo and marinara sauce combined over 6 cheese ravioli$25.00Spaghetti & Meatballs
4 meatballs, house-made marinara$25.00Spaghetti Aglio
Spaghetti pasta with extra virgin olive oil, garlic, pecorino romano, black pepper and parsley$20.00Spaghetti Carbonara
Spaghetti pasta with house-made smoked pancetta, pecorino romano, black pepper and Mission Home eggs and a touch of cream$25.00Spaghetti Marinara
Spaghetti with house-made marinara, basil and grana padano$21.00Mussels Marinara
Mussels in a spicy red sauce over fettuccine$32.00Spaghetti with Butter
$16.00100 Layer Lasagna
$26.00Short Rib Ragu
Braised short rib ragu with house made tagliatelle, Grana Padano$36.00
Entrees
Chicken Marsala
Lightly floured and pan seared chicken breast served with local mushrooms and Marsala wine sauce with a side of spaghetti marinara$29.00
Chicken Parmesan
over spaghetti marinara$25.00Chicken Piccata
Lighted floured and pan seared chicken over spaghetti with white wine lemon butter caper sauce$26.00Eggplant Parmesan
over spaghetti marinara$24.00Shrimp scampi with Risotto
Pan seared shrimp with white wine lemon butter sauce, basil and cherry tomatoes with risotto with a side of asparagus$29.00Taste of Italy
housemade meatball, sausage, half-portion of lasagne and spaghetti marinara$29.00Veal Marsala
Lightly floured and pan seared veal served with local mushrooms and Marsala wine sauce with a side of spaghetti marinara and asparagus$36.00Veal Parmesan
over spaghetti marinara with asparagus$34.00Veal Piccata
Lightly floured and pan seared veal over spaghetti with white wine lemon butter caper sauce and asparagus$34.00Faroe Island Salmon
Pan Seared Faroe Island Salmon over squash, zucchini, spinach, pea and Italian artichoke risotto and bruschetta topping$48.00New York Strip
Grilled prime New York Strip with asparagus, baby carrots and roasted yukon gold potatoes with a red wine mushroom demi glacé and gorgonzola butter$58.00
Sides
Side of Spaghetti with Butter
$9.00Side of Spaghetti Aglio
Olive oil, garlic, pecorino romano, black pepper and parsley$9.00Side of Spaghetti Marinara
$10.00Side of Spaghetti Bolognese
Meat sauce made with house-made sausage and beef$12.00Side of Risotto
$10.00Side of Broccoli
$9.00Side of Asparagus
$10.00Side of Spicy Italian Sausage
Three sausages$12.00Side of Meatballs
Four house made sausage and beef meatballs with marinara$10.00Special Vegetable
Sauteed Broccoli Rabe with garlic, aglio olio, pine nuts and golden raisins$10.00Full loaf of ciabatta bread
This is a full loaf of the ciabatta bread we serve with all entrees.$8.00Side Fettuccine Alfredo
$10.00Side penne pesto
$10.00Sautéed Spinach
Sauteed spinach with golden raisins, pine nuts and crushed red pepper$10.00
Dessert
Tiramisu
Layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers with mascarpone$8.00Cannoli
Two crisp pastries with a housemade filling of ricotta cheese, cream cheese and chololate chips$8.00New York Style Cheesecake
House-made on an almond biscotti crust served with Amarena Teschi cherries$8.00Dark Chocolate Mousse Cake
Three layers of dark chocolate cake with chocolate mouse and raspberry sauce$8.00
Online Drink Menu
Wines By the Glass
Glass - House - Pinot Grigio - Italy
$10.00Glass - House - Chardonnay - Italy
$10.00Glass - House - Sauvignon Blanc Italy
$10.00Glass - House - Rose - France
$10.00Glass - House - Soave - Italy
$11.00Glass - House - Vermentino - Italy
$11.00Glass - House - Riesling - Germany
$11.00House - Prosecco- Italy- 187ml bottle
$11.00Glass - Rodney Strong “Chalk Hill” Chardonnay - Sonoma
Toasty vanilla and spice complexities, with an elegant fullness and creamy texture on the palate.$12.00Glass - House - Montepuciano - Italy
$10.00Glass - House - Chianti - Italy
$10.00Glass - House - Cabernet Sauvignon - Italy
$10.00Glass - House - Tomaiolo Toscana - Italy
$10.00Glass - House - Merlot - California
$10.00Glass - House - Malbec - Argentina
$10.00Glass - House - Sangiovese - Italy
$10.00Glass - House - Pinot Noir - Italy
$10.00Glass - Leone de Castris 'Maiana' Salice Salentino -Apulia
Full-bodied and robust with expressive notes of ripe plum mingled with blackberry jam and sweet spice.$12.00
Vino Rosso
BTL - House - Montepulciano - Italy
$38.00BTL - House - Chianti - Italy
$38.00BTL - House - Cabernet Sauvignon - Italy
$38.00BTL - House - Tomaiolo Toscana - Italy
$38.00BTL - House - Merlot - California
$38.00BTL - House - Malbec - Argentina
$38.00BTL - House - Sangiovese - Italy
$38.00BTL - House - Pinot Noir - Italy
$38.00BTL - Leone de Castris “Maiana” Salice Salentino - Italy
Full-bodied and robust with expressive notes of ripe plum mingled with blackberry jam and sweet spice.$48.00BTL - Vajra Langhe Rosso - Piedmont
Blend of Nebbiolo, Dolcetta and Barbera. Supple black fruit compote flavor and pleasant spice.$48.00BTL - Pecchenino San Luigi Dogliani Dolcetto - Piedmont
Fruity and approachable with flavors of black cherry, raspberry and a hint of almond$48.00BTL - Coltusboni RS Chianti Classico - Tuscany
New package, but same classic Chianti that is soft and round on the palate with well-balanced acidity.$48.00BTL - Crivelli Collina “La Mora” Barbera d’Asti - Piedmont
Full bodied, good balance of acidity, structure, and red fruit leave fullness in the mouth.$52.00BTL - Conte di Compiano Primitivo di Manduria - Puglia
Intense and complex with notes of ripe plum, morello cherry and spices.$54.00BTL - La Valentina “Spelt” Montepulciano D’Abruzzo - Abruzzo
Intense plum and cocoa compliment elegant herbaceous finish.$58.00BTL - Avignonesi Vino Nobile di Montepulciano - Tuscany
Firm tannins and savory aromatics expressing Tuscan heritage.$58.00BTL - Dal Maso “Montebelvedere” Cabernet Sauvignon - Veneto
A robust palate of velvety red fruit and balsamic notes.$58.00BTL - Guerrieri Gonzaga “Terre di San Leonardo” - Trentino Alto-Adige
A Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Carmenere blend showing vibrant red currant, dried herb, and silky tannins.$66.00BTL - Vajra Nebbiolo - Piedmont
Red fruit, strawberry, raspberry, violet and soft elegant tannins.$68.00BTL - Ermanno Costa Roero Riserva - Canale
100% Nebbiolo with refined structure and elegance.$78.00BTL - Costello di Bossi Berardo Chianti Classico Riserva - Tuscany
Aromas of dark cherries, plus sweet spice, violets, vanilla and hints of dark chocolate.$84.00BTL - La Giaretta Amarone della Vapolicella Classico - Valpolicella
Silky throughout with a bouquet featuring dried plums and faint aromas of roses.$94.00BTL - G.D. Vajra “Albe” Barolo - Piedmont
Cherry. Rose and spice with classic Nebbiolo structure$98.00BTL - Verbena Brunello di Montalcino - Tuscany
Dark cherry, soft leather, spice and chocolate palate, with a long full finish.$98.00BTL - Rocca di Fassinello Meremma Toscana - Tuscany
Fruity with spicy notes and earthy undertones$130.00BTL - Brunello di Montalcino Vigna Montosoli – Tuscany - 2021
Red Cherry with dried rose, tobacco, earth, spice$250.00BTL - Stinson Cabernet Franc - Crozet, Virginia
Full-bodied with spicy tannins, black cherry and white peppercorn.$52.00BTL - Argyle Bloomhouse Pinot Noir - Willamette Valley, Oregon
Ripe red berries, cherry and subtle spice$56.00
Vino Bianco
BTL - House - Chardonnay - Italy
$38.00BTL - House - Sauvignon Blanc - Italy
$38.00BTL - House - Rose - France
$38.00BTL - House - Soave - Italy
$42.00BTL - House - Vermentino - Italy
$42.00BTL - House - Riesling - Germany
$42.00BTL - La Lecciaia Orvieto Classico - Umbria
Fresh, light and vibrant, goes easily with or without food.$42.00BTL - di Lenardo Pinot Grigio - Fruili
A bouquet of toasted almonds with subtle peach notes.$42.00BTL - Purato Organic Rose - Italy
$42.00BTL - Gavi del Comune di Gavi - Piedmont
Smooth texture with mouthwatering green apple and citrus flavors.$44.00BTL - Janare Falanghina del Sannio - Campania
Fruity bouquet with balanced acidity and refreshing finish.$44.00BTL - Le Vigne Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico - Marche
Pear, green apple, citrus, and a hint of honey.$46.00BTL - Vietti Moscato d’Asti - Piedmont
Slightly bubbly or “Frizzante” with peach and ginger on the palate, lively texture, and moderate acidity.$48.00BTL - Graffetta Grillo Sicily
Light and refreshing. Green apple, orange blossom, and cut grass.$48.00BTL - Vietti Roero Arneis - Piedmont
Complex and well-balanced with crisp acidity.$58.00BTL - La Lastra Vernaccia di San Gimignano - Tuscany
Rich creamy texture with mouthwatering green apple and citrus flavors.$58.00BTL - Benanti Etna Bianca - Sicily
A dry mineral palate with a smokey and spicy nose with herbal notes.$62.00BTL - Pullus Pinot Grigio - Slovenia
Pear, green melon, and nectarine.$42.00BTL - Rodney Strong “Chalk Hill” Chardonnay - Sonoma
Toasty vanilla and spice complexities, with an elegant fullness and creamy texture on the palate.$48.00BTL - Pollak Viognier - Virginia
Fragrant notes of creamy apricot and honeysuckle with ripe stone fruit balanced by crisp acidity.$52.00BTL - Colin Barollot Bourgogne Chardonnay - France
Golden in color, rich with ripe fruit, minerality and a hint of vanilla.$58.00
Vino Spumante
House - Prosecco- Italy - 187ml bottle
187ml bottle$11.00BTL - Bernardi Caposaldo Prosecco - Veneto, NV
Typical fruity bouquet; pleasant and light.$44.00BTL - Fascino Organic Prosecco Rose - Veneto, NV
Aromas of wild berries, raspberries and white flowers with a crisp, dry finish$44.00BTL - Marsuret San Baldo Prosecco - Veneto, NV
Aromas of wild berries, raspberries and white flowers with a crisp, dry finish$58.00BTL - Charles de Cazanove Champagne - France, NV
Green apple and pear with a crisp finish.$98.00BTL - Laurant-Perrier La Cuvee Brut - France, NV
Citrus, white flowers, peach, light brioche with a crisp and elegant finish. Women owned vineyard.$98.00
Cocktails
Pomegranate Martini
Stoli Vodka, Pama Pomegranate Liqueur, Splash of Lime$14.00Lemontini
Absolute Citron, Limoncello, Dash of Sour$14.00Titos Martini
Titos Vodka with olives$13.00Tuscan Manhattan
Woodford Bourbon, Cocchi Sweet Vermouth, Amarena Cherries, bitters, orange$15.00Moscow Mule
Titos Vodka, Ginger Beer, Lime$13.00
Sautéed Spinach
$10.00
Sauteed spinach with golden raisins, pine nuts and crushed red pepper
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All hours
| Sunday | 3:45 pm - 9:30 pm |
| Monday | 3:45 pm - 9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 3:45 pm - 9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 3:45 pm - 9:30 pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 3:45 pm - 5:30 pm, 7:45 pm - 9:30 pm |
| Saturday | 3:45 pm - 5:30 pm, 7:45 pm - 9:30 pm |
Restaurant info
Vivace pride itself on serving classic dishes made with simple, authentic ingredients. Cozy atmosphere, friendly service, and a great spot to enjoy good food with family and friends.
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