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Vivacino, North Andover, MA

Vivacino

4.4 (39)
$31 to $50
Italian
220 Sutton St, North Andover, MA 01845

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Vivacino blends New England roots with Italian heart, nestled in downtown North Andover. Named to reflect the lively spirit of Italian dining, where friends and family gather around the table to break bread, drink good wine, and be merry! Vivacino is a collaboration between long-time friends and industry veterans, Chef Nimesh Maharjan and Richard Bertin. We offer a seasonal menu highlighting ingredients from area farms and producers. Our bar boasts a spirited cocktail program that draws inspiration from both the kitchen and artisanal Italian ingredients. We also offer a thoughtfully curated wine list, showcasing great wine at affordable prices, and a selection of local craft beers. We here at Vivacino are big on having fun, dining out should be fun, after all, while maintaining a standard of excellence when it comes to the guest experience.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    We have a large catering menu that can be ordered online.
  • Delivery & takeout
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What 39 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Vivacino impresses with "great meal and great staff," offering delectable dishes like veal saltimbocca and chicken cacciatore. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with the owners and chef personally engaging with diners. Although noise levels can vary, "outstanding meals" and attentive service make it a "hidden gem" worth returning to.
39 Reviews
  1. Mary Alice

    Greater Boston25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The restaurant has a nice casual vibe with delicious cocktails and food. The staff is attentive and friendly and the food is fresh. We had come often when it was Buono Bistro. The chef graciously made an entree for me that was not on the new menu. I will try something new next time.

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  2. John VIP

    Greater Boston22 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    This was our first time at Vivscino under the new management. The interior had been updated and the menu was completely new. Both my wife and I enjoyed our meal,

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  3. Kim

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely dinner at Vivacino. This was our first visit and we will definitely go back. The food was excellent.! Service was great. Our waiter Paul was very nice. And the new owners took the time to introduce themselves and check in with us.

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  4. Kimberly

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    As huge fans of Italian food, our group found 3 out of 4 meals just OK. For $16, the meatball appetizer was small. They also tasted like meatloaf balls and had pickled onions on them and were in a thin mustard sauce. That did not seem like italian food. The calimari was good and the bread was generous. We were disappointed that the "Buono Bistro Favorite" Chicken Parmigiano, no longer has sauce on the cutlet and the pasta serving was a small portion. There is better out there for $29. Another favorite, chicken, broccoli & pasta with a garlic & white wine sauce was overall, a bit bland.

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  5. Kathy

    Greater Boston32 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The drinks were very good, particularly the Merlot. Overall, the food was good but a bit bland. The tortellini was disappointing, including the presentation. The amount of short ribs in the tortellini was minimal and the sauce was kind of tasteless. The steak and spinach were quite good but the red peppers were overcooked. We will go back and try something different after they have been open for awhile.

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  6. Lois

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Had a lovely dinner. Our waiter Paul was excellent and very attentive.

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  7. Kathleen

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’m so glad we finally got to try this restaurant! We had a big party and our service and food was phenomenal. We will be making this a regular dinner spot for sure!

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  8. roberta VIP

    Greater Boston6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal and great staff. The dinners and apps were great, and our waiter was fabulous!!!

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  9. peter VIP

    Greater Boston39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    After Buono Bistro changed hands, we just had the opportunity to dine at the new Vivacino. Overall we were impressed with the service and the quality of the new food choices. We tried the meatball and rollatini appetizers. Both were very good thoiugh the rollatini are on the smallish size. For entrees we enjoyed the cod with rissotto and the chicken cacciatore. Piortions were good sized and cooked perfectly. For dessert we liked the panna cotta. Winme list has some nice choices. They will also make entrees from the old Buono Bistro menu. Service was very good and Jazz our waitress was very attentive. Both owners were on site and were very personable. Prices are on the moderate side. The space was updated some from the prior restaurant which is clean and classy. We'll definitely be returning in the future!

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  10. Alesandra

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and atmosphere. Will definitely be back.

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FAQs

Vivacino offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Vivacino also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (978) 258-0658.

Vivacino is rated 4.4 stars by 39 OpenTable diners.

Vivacino does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  4. Boston Metro North
  5. North Andover

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220 Sutton St, North Andover, MA 01845

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Additional information

  • Cross street
    Sutton Street and Charles Street
  • Neighborhood
    North Andover
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Takeout, Wheelchair Access
  • Delivery & takeout
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