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15/08/2026
An evening dedicated to one of food and wine's greatest love affairs.
DUCK & PINOT | Wednesday 23 September
Daily Addict just reviewed our recent Handpicked wine dinner, and wrote: "with quality of food like this... this restaurant is only in its infancy, with exciting chapters ahead."
Now we're pouring again. Five courses. Seven wines. One very happy duck. A night celebrating the many personalities of duck, expertly paired with a handpicked selection of premium Pinot Noirs from Australia and beyond.
Whether you're a Pinot tragic, a duck devotee, or simply after an unforgettable evening of great food, wine and company, this is one dinner you won't want to miss.
5 Courses | 7 Wines | $185 per person
Limited seats available. Book early to avoid missing out. Book via the link in bio.
In partnership with Handpicked Wines and House of Arras
28/07/2026
Some things are better shared. This is one of them.
Pacific oysters, freshly shucked - Natural with mignonette, or grilled Kilpatrick.
Pour a glass of something cold and pink, and settle in. There's no wrong way to start.
On the menu now.
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26/07/2026
23/07/2026
The first thing to hit the table. Often the first thing to disappear.
Sourdough Focaccia - slow-proved, olive oil rich, sea salt, straight from the oven.
What comes with it matters just as much. We serve it with Del Bocia butter - Australian made and hand wrapped, including their Australian Herbs and a Crispy Chilli special edition for anyone who likes a bit of heat.
Order it before you've even opened the menu. Everyone does.
Book at VIVACE.COM.AU or call (03) 9596 9511.
18/07/2026
Creamy meets earthy. This is the pairing you didn't know you needed.
Burrata e Funghi - soft, milky burrata against a trio of king brown, shimeji and enoki mushrooms, with crisp frattau bread to pull it all together.
Warm, savoury, a little bit indulgent. The kind of entrée you order to share and then quietly don't.
On the menu now.
Book now at VIVACE.COM.AU
15/07/2026
It comes around once a year. Right now, it's here. Manjimup in Western Australia's southwest produces some of the world's finest black truffles - and this season, they've made their way to our kitchen. Our Spaghettini is tossed in truffle butter, then finished with generous shavings of fresh WA Black Truffle at the table. Double the truffle. All the intensity. On the menu now - available while truffle season lasts.
Book at vivace.com.au or call (03) 9596 9511.
317 Bay Street, Brighton
11/07/2026
Something special is coming to Vivace this July.
We're proud to partner with Handpicked Wines for an exclusive evening celebrating the philosophy behind their Organic Stories collection - an intimate four-course dinner curated by Chef Andrea Serelli and paired course-by-course with award-winning wines by Chief Winemaker Peter Dillon.
Here's what the evening looks like:
Appetiser: Puffed Rigatoni, goats' cheese, chive & salmon caviar - NV Handpicked Tasmanian Sparkling Cuvée
Entrée: Charred Moreton Bay Bug - dashi glaze, spigarello, fermented daikon beurre blanc - paired with two exceptional Chardonnays from Tasmania and the Yarra Valley
Second Course: Ricotta & herb raviolo, duck egg yolk, thyme butter - 2024 Trial Batch Syrah Mencia Sangiovese, Yarra Valley
Main: Slow-Cooked Beef Rib, olive oil mash, braised silverbeet - paired with Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon and Barossa Shiraz
Dessert: Mille Foglie al Cioccolato e Pera - chocolate cream, pear, crisp pastry - 2004 Handpicked Colheita Port, Portugal
Thursday 23 July 2026
6:30pm $175 per person - limited seats
This one will sell out. Book now to secure your place.
9596 9511
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Celebrating 22 years of Vivace, join acclaimed winemaker Peter Dillon and Chef Andrea Serreli for an intimate evening of fine wine, seasonal cuisine, and storytelling. This special four-course experience showcases Handpicked’s award-winning wines alongside a menu curated by Chef Andrea, inspired b...
30/06/2026
There's a reason the menu always reads "Market Fish of the Day."
What lands on the plate depends on what lands at the market - and tonight, it's whole New Zealand flounder. Oven-baked on the bone, finished with lemon butter and capers, and served with a crisp baby cos salad on the side. It's the kind of dish that rewards trust. Trust in the day's catch. Trust in the kitchen. And trust that the best cooking sometimes means doing the least.
Reserve your table at vivace.com.au.
25/06/2026
Some dishes are built on patience. This is one of them.
Our Seafood Tagliolini starts with a brodetto - a classic Italian coastal broth, slow-built with smoked white fish until it carries real depth. Into that goes mussels, prawns, calamari and scallops, each cooked just enough to hold their texture, then draped over fine ribbons of tagliolini.
It's the kind of dish that looks deceptively simple and tastes like it took all day.
Because it did.
On the menu now. Book at vivace.com.au or call (03) 9596 9511.
📍 317 Bay Street, Brighton
22/06/2026
Few dishes carry the weight of a true Milanese.
Our Cotoletta di Vitello alla Milanese is one of Italy's great classics - a 300g bone-in veal cutlet, coated in a golden herb butter crumb and cooked until perfectly crisp. The kind of dish that turns heads the moment it arrives at the table.
What makes it sing is the contrast - the richness of the crumb cut through with sharp pickled shallots and a clean, anise-fresh shaved fennel salad alongside.
Generous. Considered. Completely satisfying.
This is Italian cooking as it was meant to be.
On the menu now. To book call (03) 9596 9511.
317 Bay Street, Brighton
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317 Bay Street
Brighton, VIC
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What people say
Italian restaurants are known for their delicious food, warm hospitality, and inviting atmosphere. Vivace Restaurant & Functions Brighton embodies all of these qualities and more. Located in the heart of Bay Street, Melbourne, this Italian restaurant offers a modern European twist on traditional Italian cuisine.
One of the standout features of Vivace is its menu. The chefs use only the freshest local seafood and quality meats to create dishes that are bursting with flavor. Their homemade pasta is also a must-try - it's cooked to perfection and pairs perfectly with their rich sauces.
But it's not just the food that makes Vivace special - it's also the service. The staff are friendly and attentive, making sure that every guest feels welcome and taken care of. Whether you're there for a romantic dinner or a function with friends, you'll feel right at home at Vivace.
Speaking of functions, Vivace is also an excellent choice for events. The restaurant can hold parties of up to 90 people, making it perfect for everything from intimate gatherings to large celebrations.
Overall, Vivace Restaurant & Functions Brighton is a fantastic choice for anyone looking for delicious Italian food in a welcoming atmosphere. With its prime location on Bay Street and top-notch service, it's no wonder why this restaurant has become such a beloved spot in Melbourne's dining scene.
