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Discover the culinary charm of Vibrante, a delightful Italian restaurant nestled in Templestowe, Victoria. Located at 133 James St, this eatery offers a warm ambiance complemented by attentive staff, notably the praised Hemant, who ensures an exceptional dining experience from the moment you arrive.
Patrons rave about the generous portions and vibrant flavors, particularly spotlighting dishes like the mushroom gnocchi and panko calamari. The chicken parmagiana and free-range pork rib eye also garner acclaim, showcasing the kitchen’s expertise with classic Italian recipes presented in a modern style. Though some have noted hiccups in service during quiet evenings, the overall quality of food remains consistently high, making it a worthwhile visit.
Desserts like the tiramisu and sticky date pudding provide a sweet finish, perfectly paired with their robust coffee offerings. Vibrante’s commitment to quality shines not only in their food but in their conscientious beverage selection, featuring everything from refreshing iced teas to a diverse wine list that encourages BYO for a small corkage fee. All in all, a visit to this hidden gem promises not just a meal, but a vibrant gastronomic experience.
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Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
Reviews for Vibrante
Review highlights
Based on 762 reviewsVibrante is praised for its friendly and attentive staff, with several reviewers highlighting the welcoming service and skilled baristas. The food is generally well-received, with popular dishes like gnocchi, calamari, and chicken parmigiana noted for their quality and generous portions. The wine list is appreciated for its variety and affordability, complemented by a BYO option with a small corkage fee. Some visitors mention occasional delays in meal service and a quieter atmosphere during certain times, but overall, the dining experience is described as enjoyable and worthwhile. The venue’s combination of Italian cuisine, café offerings, and function facilities caters well to both casual lunches and special group gatherings.
Wonderful lunch, attentive staff: Hermant looked after us, great Barista. Great food, Mushroom gnocchi and Panko calamari. Well recommended.
Not much in the way of atmosphere as it was very quiet of a Sunday night though the F1 was on the tv to make it a little more lively. Service was not very attentive but we were all relatively pleased with our food and the portions were generous
Friendly staff and quick service. We ordered the crispy chicken and bruschetta for starters which were great. The pizzas and chicken parmigiana were good, but the battered fish was not great. More chips would have been nice.
Very enjoyable lunch again. Hemant as welcoming as usual He always pulls a great Stella Artois before we even order! Great coffee too.
A great night with a special group of friends. Wine list was good and not too expensive, you can also BYO wine for a small corkage fee. It took a while to get our mains, but all meals were excellent and worth waiting for. Overall a very good dining experience.
Dinner with 2 friends, we were there to chat. We chose a good bottle of wine and enjoyed our meal. Mine was really well done lamb shank and I really enjoyed it. Good coffee then home. Excellent service and quiet so we could chat
Had a lovely girl's lunch with my mama at Vibrante. Hemant was attentive and friendly, the food was great (we both had salads which were fresh and filling). Received just the right amount of service to be professional and not annoying and felt personal instead of required. Finished off with a coffee and was surprised with some fantastic latte-art. It's located in a buzzing little section of Templestowe so you can watch the action go by as you're enjoying your lunch. It's not a cheap quick drop in location, so save it for a special outing and you won't be disappointed. Easy parking nearby (but make sure you observe the time limits), large enough to accommodate but was not busy at lunch so lovely and quiet.
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Opening hours
- Monday 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Tuesday (Today) 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Wednesday 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Thursday 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday 8:30 AM - 11:00 PM
- Sunday 8:30 AM - 11:00 PM
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