Basic. Wouldn't get the arancini again but would get the lasagna again. Atmosphere was somewhat pizza parlor ish. Didn't bring out bread to start the meal which most Italian places do.
Pleased to have a bistro, restaurant- pizzeria, (with atmosphere, Vibes that match it's name), arrive in our South Tampa neighborhood! The dim lighting, murals painted surrounding the inside dining area, bistro tables, definitely provided a unique dining experience in this part of Tampa. When we arrived it was difficult to find a parking space. At 6:30ish, the stores that surround it were all closed, every spot taken, so definitely popular already, I ordered a custom for one, Margarita white cream base pizza with spinach tomato, ricotta mozzarella, and it was absolutely delightful, fresh and enough left over for two for lunch the next day! For an appetizer, we had, calamari, everyone at the table said it was some of the best they'd had, cooked to perfection not chewy, not overdone just right.Our second appetizer, bruschetta was some of the freshest I've had. Someone in my party had veal, and said it wasn't bad although he said "my wife makes the best veal!" so maybe he was biased?With the appetizers, shared bottle of wine, and a few other cocktails and entrees we spent about $35 to $40 per person.Viva Napoli restaurant and pizzeria has been mentioned by many friends, was highly recommended, intrigued this made it our chosen spot to try, this weekend, for a family dinner, clearly the word has spread and continues to .. I personally highly recommend their Pizza, the crust was not doughy, or too crispy, and it was just as delicious the next day! Several other signature Italian, menu options.
One of the best pie in the world! I have had pie in Napoli too. The secret is the wood oven, fresh mozzarella and great sauce!
Pretty good food. Terrible location. The chicken Parm was mostly good but had quite a bit of gristle. My wife got a pizza that was good, although one side of it was burnt...like solid black. The part that wasn't burned had a decent chew on the crust and delicious toppings. We didn't feel safe here at all. And the parking lot is in disarray. The stones around the sign were all over the place. This spot has potential, but unless they change substantially, we won't be back. The toilet in the bathroom was also disgusting.
I hate to be this person, but don’t do it. Don’t go here.We spent our Valentine’s Day dinner here - the calamari was okay. We’re big calamari fans and though the portion was large, the quality wasn’t there.For dinner we ordered the special - “handmade heart shaped lobster ravioli on shrimp sauce” as well as their house special the pistachio pizza. Everything arrived looking lovely - heart shaped pasta and the pizza was also heart shaped. We took our first bite of the heart shaped ravioli to find the lobster stuffing was still frozen. We took another bite with the sauce - the sauce was also cold. I have never been to an Italian restaurant, ordered ravioli and had it served slightly thawed. It was revolting. The waitress did take the plate to be remade but our stomach were already turned and we asked to have it removed from the bill, which was honored. The pizza was good, but we only managed a few bites after the frozen lobster fiasco.Again, the frozen food was removed from our bill so we’re thankful for that. However, I still would not recommend this restaurant from our experience.
Have better food. The worst Chicken Parmesan I've ever had. Way over priced for what you get. $22 for a piece of chicken that lacked any flavor. The staff was clueless and overwhelmed. Very disappointed.
This restaurant has a authentic Italian taste and atmosphere,the food was extraordinary.I also really enjoyed,the attention the employees give you and how nice they are.10/10 restaurant,would definitely stop by another time.
Best calamari I've ever had in my entire life. We drove an hour to get here and it was totally worth it. Truffle pizza, lasagna, eggplant parmesan, everything is so delicious. Hands down the best Italian/Sicilian food I have ever had the pleasure of eating.
My wife and I have been to this restaurant three times in the past few months and we can say that this is authentic Neapolitan cuisine. We lived in Naples, Italy for four years and this is the only Italian restaurant that we have found in the 12 years we have lived in the Tampa Bay area that comes close to providing REAL Neapolitan food. I encourage you to discount the lonely low reviews on Google based on silly comments such as “the menu didn’t have pictures of the food”. Don’t be put off, go to this place if you have not already!
By far the most authentic Italian cuisine since i left Italy. The food is amazing. Their appetizers are to die for. The cocoli friti is outstanding. Specialized raviolis, gnocci, pizza, it is all good. Their lasagna is the best. We cannot get enough of this place and try to go every other week. Love it here.