We were heading to Timo, another four lettered Italian restaurant in the Randolf street neighborhood, and we found that was out of business. So we headed down Randolf figuring with two of us on Friday night we might be able to visit Marche or Sushi Wabi there, but instead we popped into Vivo -give something new a try. And were we glad we did. I felt very comfotable there in the great atmosphere, we waited for a few minutes at the less-busy bar in back which was complete with its own sommelier, he picked out some winners in the wine department and was happy to let us taste before we comitted. He knew his wines. After just a few minutes we found a quiant little table next to the 'wall of wine' which needs no further explaination. I would recommend the lamb in the grape reduction sauce, it's really good. Our waiter had the one quality that most waiters neglect or sometimes take for granted in a place like this albeit a simple thing: he listened to us, and he understood what we were saying. So we tipped the hell out of him and drank a bunch and the bill still wasn't that bad!
Pros: We liked the service, food, and atmosphere, what else do you want?
Cons: While its a great value, I can't afford to go there every day.
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