Vis à Vis
Piazza Ventinove Marzo, Orvieto
Restaurant in Orvieto, Italy
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Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Vis a Vis is the Orvieto booking to consider when you want a lighter, vegetable-forward meal with credible recognition: it holds 4 Radishes from We're Smart World 2025. It is a better fit for curious diners than for groups chasing classic Umbrian comfort, where La Palomba is the easier value play.
About Vis à Vis
Vis a Vis in Orvieto is a We're Smart World 2025 restaurant with 4 Radishes, with published opening hours and a smart-casual dress code.
If you are comparing options, La Palomba is another restaurant to consider.
Choose it for a recognized Orvieto restaurant with 4 Radishes
The We're Smart World 2025 recognition gives Vis a Vis a specific point of reference. The clearest reason to put it on a shortlist is that it is an Orvieto restaurant with a 4 Radishes listing.
For a broader comparison, look at I Sette Consoli, Coro, or Claudio Alvicolo. Treat those as comparison points when choosing where to eat in Orvieto.
The service question: plan around the published hours
The most useful planning detail is the schedule. Vis a Vis is closed Monday and Tuesday. It opens Wednesday to Sunday for lunch from 12:30–2:30 PM, with dinner from 7:30 PM; dinner closing times vary by day, with the latest listed closing on Saturday at 10:30 PM.
The dress code is smart casual. For a broader trip plan, use the full Orvieto restaurants guide, then pair the meal with the Orvieto hotels guide.
Quick reference: choose Vis a Vis if you want an Orvieto restaurant with We're Smart World 2025 recognition at 4 Radishes; compare it with La Palomba, I Sette Consoli, Coro, Claudio Alvicolo, or other dining in Orvieto depending on the kind of meal you are planning.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed
- Location
- Piazza Ventinove Marzo, 8/A, 05018 Orvieto TR, Italy
- Reservations
- Book on Quandoo
- Website
- visaviscucinaeventi.it
- Phone
- +39 331 211 7528
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Vis a Vis sits discreetly on Piazza Ventinove Marzo and leans into Orvieto’s historical weight: medieval frescoes, tufa‑lined alleys and a residential piazza give the room a hushed, considered atmosphere. The kitchen’s plant‑forward commitment reads like a local argument rather than a manifesto, so the dining room feels refined and quietly confident rather than showy. Service and pacing match the setting, making the restaurant feel like a calm island in a town known for theatrical hilltop views. Overall, it presents an intimate, polished experience that foregrounds regional vegetables and handmade pasta within a historic urban fabric.
Best For
This is a place for diners who want an elevated, contemplative meal after exploring Orvieto’s cultural sites. Its proximity to the cathedral and its understated, residential piazza setting make it well suited to date nights and special‑occasion dinners where the food and setting matter equally. The menu’s strict plant‑based focus, rooted in Umbrian produce, also makes it a rewarding choice for guests interested in regional terroir expressed through vegetables and handmade pasta rather than traditional meat‑centered menus.
Ordering Tips
Prioritize the kitchen’s handmade pasta and vegetable‑led signatures that articulate the restaurant’s ethos: Cannelloni with spinach and ricotta, Parmigiana di gobbi, and Gnudi with wild garlic are signature preparations. The menu is built around Umbrian pulses, wild greens and seasonal brassicas, so expect dishes that change with local availability; let the staff point out what’s freshest that day. If you want the clearest sense of the restaurant’s argument, order several pasta plates that showcase technique alongside the region’s vegetable repertoire.
Venue details
Ambiance
Retro-inspired, informal by day and refined by evening, with seasonal décor, an intimate garden-orchard setting, and warm, welcoming service that feels like dining at a sophisticated home.
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Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- Tasting menu, Set menu
- Drinks Focus
- Organic wine, Natural wine, Craft beer
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options, Organic focus
- Private Dining
- Available
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Cannelloni with spinach and ricotta
- Parmigiana di gobbi
- Gnudi with wild garlic
- Handmade pasta
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Piazza Ventinove Marzo, 8/A, 05018 Orvieto TR, Italy
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 12:30–2:30 PM, 7:30–9:30 PM
- Thursday
- 12:30–2:30 PM, 7:30–10 PM
- Friday
- 12:30–2:30 PM, 7:30–10 PM
- Saturday
- 12:30–2:30 PM, 7:30–10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 12:30–2:30 PM, 7:30–10 PM
Location
Piazza Ventinove Marzo, 8/A, 05018 Orvieto TR, Italy · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- I Sette Consoli, Modern Cuisine, €€
- Coro, Notable alternative
- Claudio Alvicolo, Notable alternative
- La Palomba, Umbrian, €
- The Refectory, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Vis a Vis compares in Orvieto
Vis a Vis is the pick for diners who want a produce-led meal with a clear recognition signal: its We're Smart World 2025 rating gives it a sharper identity than many Orvieto options. I Sette Consoli is the closer comparison for a modern-cuisine booking, especially if the priority is a more formal contemporary meal at a known €€ tier.
For value, La Palomba is the safer choice: Umbrian cooking at a € price point makes it better for a casual traditional meal or a larger group watching spend. Coro and Claudio Alvicolo are worth cross-shopping when the goal is simply another Orvieto table rather than a specific vegetable-forward angle.
Booking difficulty favors Vis a Vis because it is easy, so it works well when a trip plan needs a serious dinner without a long reservation chase. The Refectory is less useful as a direct Orvieto substitute because it sits outside the immediate city set; keep the comparison local unless the itinerary already extends beyond town.
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Compare Vis à Vis
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vis a Vis | Orvieto | We're Smart World Top 100 2026 · #85We're Smart World Top Restaurants 2025 | ||
| I Sette Consoli | Orvieto | Modern Cuisine | 2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | €€ |
| Coro | Orvieto | Michelin Guide Florida 2026Wine Enthusiast Best Wine Restaurants 20252025 Michelin Bib Gourmand | ||
| Claudio Alvicolo | Orvieto | 2025 50 Top Pizza Italy · #85 | ||
| La Palomba | Orvieto | Umbrian | 2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | € |
| The Refectory | Parrano | Star Wine Lists 20262026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #5782025 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2023 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to Vis a Vis?
For comparison, consider I Sette Consoli, La Palomba, Coro, and Claudio Alvicolo. The Refectory can also be considered as a separate comparison point, but do not treat it as evidence of Vis a Vis's menu, format, or service style.
How far ahead should I book Vis a Vis?
Check directly with the restaurant for booking lead times. The hours are Wednesday to Sunday for lunch from 12:30–2:30 PM and dinner from 7:30 PM, with the restaurant closed Monday and Tuesday.
Is Vis a Vis good for a special occasion?
It may be worth considering for a special occasion if the We're Smart World 2025 4 Radishes recognition matters to you.
