Welcome to Vivace in Albuquerque!

Located in the historic NOB HILL district, near the University of New Mexico, VIVACE features truly authentic cuisines from all regions of Italy. Featuring over 30 individual pasta dishes, VIVACE chef and owner Joey Minarsich makes every dish from scratch. "Nothing happens until a guest places an order," claims Chef Minarsich. "We serve the freshest fish every day, and our Veal, Beef, Chicken and other meats are the best we can buy. Plus we work very hard to feature daily specials that help to feed our culinary curiosity".

VIVACE is the acknowledged leader of the Italian Restaurant scene in Albuquerque.

Founded in 1996, the little Trattoria has grown to over 100 seats with a cozy private room named Piemonte after the Northern Italian region and seating up to 12, and another private room for parties up to 50 guests, the Campania room, named after the charming vacation spot.

VIVACE'S outstanding wine list features wines listed by Italian regions. From Piemonte's Barolos, Barbarescos, and Dolcettos, Toscana's great Chiantis and Super Tuscans, to the wonderful and interesting whites from Campania, nearly all Italy's regions are represented with very well priced whites and reds and sparkling wines.

YOUR NOB HILL TRIP TO ITALY-that is Vivace!

 Peruse our menu of lunch, dinner and wine selections.

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