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Boutique american restaurant

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GIFT SHOP + ART + HOME DECOR + COURTYARD + EVENT SPACE

Reservations* HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. CALL (816) 836-2222 or BOOK ONLINE
*Parties of 10 or more MUST call to rsvp. Deposit required.

HOURS
Wednesday through Saturday, 11:00AM - 3:-00PM (lunch), 5:00PM - 9:00PM (dinner)
CLOSED Sunday-Tuesday

Our “Life Story”

Vivilore opened in August 2012, to brother-sister business partners, who poured so much love into the space. After operating the restaurant for nearly 12 years, new ownership was established in 2024. Located in the heart of the historic, Englewood Arts District in Independence, Missouri, “Vivilore” comes from Latin; viva means life and lore means story — life story. 

Vivilore is a wonderful, enchanting space to share elegant dining, American modern cuisine, local art, antiques and home decor. Come for a unique, inviting dining and shopping experience for all to enjoy.  

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The historic building’s inviting entrance of ivy-covered brick attracts onlookers from afar, and, the extravagant courtyard garden with aromas of delicate, beautiful flowers & exotic plants excite the senses. 

Vivilore offers a wide variety of cuisine from rib-eyes to wild Pacific salmon to burgers. We get a lot of produce from local farms, and we grow some of our herbs in the garden. Our lunch menu is mostly sandwiches, including, a lobster roll, Reuben, BLT and chicken salad.  Discover our complete menu here, and pair with one of our delicious cocktails and fine wines.  Our elegant bar room, is the perfect place to gather for libations.  

Kansas City Star - Photo by: Roy Inman Special to The Star

Kansas City Star - Photo by: Roy Inman Special to The Star

The three floors of retail space above the restaurant consist of: (local) art, antiques, home decor, garden statuary and more. You will find new, modern products mixed in with treasured antiques from estate sales and auctions. Vivilore is full of unique and surprising pieces, everywhere you look.

Our amazing, front of house staff is ready to serve you. (GM, Mary, and Head Bartender, Eric, in the middle.) Photo by: Jazzy Chun Earl

Have a special event coming up? Enjoy an holiday party, anniversary, bridal/baby shower, small wedding, or other special occasion inside The Mandarin at Vivilore. This is our event space, adjacent to the restaurant, but still on Vivilore grounds.

Swan Dive Event Center next door to Vivilore

The Mandarin at Vivilore, our event space next door to Vivilore.

For general and special event inquires or press, please email: info@vivilore.com for more information. Call us at 816-836-2222 for lunch or dinner reservations at Vivilore. We are located at 10815 E. Winner Road in Independence, MO and look forward to your arrival!

PRESS: 

 

Make a reservation

(816) 836-2222
*Parties of 10 or more MUST call to RSVP. Deposit required.

Location

Vivilore
10815 Winner Road
Independence, MO 64052

Regular Hours

Wed-Sat: 11am-3pm (lunch)
5:00pm-9pm (dinner)
Sun-Tues:  Closed

Our courtyard does not open until week of Mother’s Day, every year.

For general inquiries or press, please email:
info@vivilore.com

Closed for the Holidays

  • Winter Break

  • Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day

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Make a Reservation

Parties of 10 or more MUST call to rsvp. Deposit required. (816) 836–2222.
Don’t forget to visit our gift shop and retail space!

The Mandarin at Vivilore is open for 2024-2025 bookings!

The Mandarin at Vivilore, is right next door to the restaurant and can seat up up to 90 people inside. Because no two events are alike, inquire via email: info@vivilore.com. Book your event with us, today!