Like some others, we jumped on the Living Social deal to Vivace. I really have no idea why they threw that bone out there, as I am fairly sure they have no need of it, but since they did, we used it. Definitely glad they did (and that we did).\n\nThe service at Vivace is second to none, as is the scenery, inside and out, though the layout of the interior is a bit odd - perhaps it is those massive red chandeliers from the bizarro Ikea world. Or maybe it is all just a bit disjointed rather than having a nice flow to the place.\n\nThere is what I would call a dining room to the right (with a bar), a bar to the left (with bar tables, but no dining room), and another dining area upstairs (also with a bar). The bar downstairs also has a patio and the dining area upstairs has a balcony.\n\nUnfortunately, each time I have been there, it has been at least overcast outside, if not downright scary, making those outdoor spaces less than ideal. Still, the heaters are nice - it just makes the view less than spectacular. Not their fault, but it does impact the usability.\n\nWhich leaves the food. We found it to be hit and miss. Some items are average, like the meat and cheese platters. Good, but not great. Others, like the fish, have a nice crispy skin in one area, but the same skin is mush elsewhere. Then you get a nice piece of meat, say the short rib, that is tasty, but man is it rich! Had to stop after just a few bites. Luckily it belonged to someone else - if it was mine, I would have been disappointed that I had to stop so quickly.
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