Convivio

Italian dishes are always a personal favorite; this restaurant offers more of a unique authentic style of Italian cuisine. Assortment of dishes without overlapping and featuring pasta after pasta options. This restaurant has different choices.What grows together goes together, there are some wonderful wine selections, various varietals that one may not have tried before. It's incredible. Guests can purchase bottles from the restaurant, which is a bonus as many wines you can't get on your own.Overall, service both times by different team members was over the top type of hospitality care. The food is pretty flavorful + acceptable, but the wine list is the true showcase here; as it provides descriptions of each wine's tasting profile and what to expect as you venture with a glass of it.

We had walked by several times and always thought this looked like a charming little Italian eatery and wine bar. We finally decided to make a reservation and go on a weekday night. They were offering a special three-course meal in addition to their regular menu of a few offerings, so both my wife and I ordered that. Honestly, I was hoping to like this place more but we were a little disappointed. Our wine pours were tiny and the the entree portions were really small. Our server asked if we'd like bread and olive oil and we said yes. When our bill arrived, we noticed we were charged for it. The ambiance was nice but we just don't think the prices justified the portions.

Convivio is a place for foodies. Food is made from scratch with a desire for authenticity and truly Italian recipes and flavor. We had the pizza made with bressaola, gorgonzola, and arugula. At an earlier visit we had the pizza with porchetta. Both were delicious: balanced flavor and wonderful crust (pinsa). You may add a cocktail or a good glass of Italian wine to your meal and go for pasta or risotto dish in addition. Their tiramisu and their torta della nonna are delicious too. Guiseppe, the owner, is providing wonderful service with any explanations or suggestions you would like to hear. The place has a nice bar and tables with the kitchen in the back of the restaurant - welcoming and timeless.

Food was very good but the service was lacking. I had the impression our server was new to waiting tables. Charcuterie starter was excellent with a small mix of meats and cheeses but the actual contents weren't explained until the owner stopped by when he noticed we were trying to decide what everything was. Then the starter wasn't cleared for some time, and when it finally was, the waitress had to take our main dish order for a second time. Spouse's mushroom pizza entree was very good. My main course was the porchetta, and I specifically asked if it came with any sides because it looked like all sides were separate. Told no, so I ordered the greens. When the porchetta arrived, it was on a nice pile of greens, and then there was my separate side of greens. Hmm. Porchetta was also very tasty but really needed a proper knife to cut through the crackling outer edge. I ended up sending shards of crispy pork fat everywhere when I tried to cut it. The food was really quite good. Service was meh, but i really think we just got the rookie waitress. It happens. Other wait staff were busier and more attentive. Seemed like it would be a fantastic place to walk into from the neighborhood, sit at the bar, have some wine and starters.

Food was delicious. Portions were small. We were 8 people and told we had to have the tasting menu for $59 pp and that it was posted on their website. Non of us could find that on their website. Also we had to prepay $25 pp. we hated that. My son--in -law left hungry. He shouldn't for that much money.

Phenomenal food and incredible experience overall. The bread was fresh, the food authentic, and the chef made me an order off the menu after overhearing my conversation with the waitress. Probably the best Italian restaurant in town. Highly recommend.

Authentic Italian Cuisine that you will be not able to find at 4,700 miles around! Fresh and quality of the ingredients used to prepared every dishes are absolutely amazing, and a little touch of love as the Chef signature and it's like you are there - in Italy!"Chef Giuseppe and his amazing crew went above and beyond to take care of our family and friends during an incredibly tough time. After the funeral ceremony, they created a dining experience that not only nourished our bodies but also our spirits. The food was phenomenal, each dish a testament to the skill and heart that went into it, turning a sad day into one filled with warmth and connection. The entire team's compassion and professionalism made all the difference. We are deeply thankful for the way they turned our gathering into a joyful family moment. This is a place where you're not just served--you're truly cared for."Highly recommended!

Convivio is easily Durham's best kept secret. It's upscale Italian with an emphasis on no frills but high quality. Nearly everything, from the post dinner aperitifs to the pasta is made from scratch.I've lived all over the north east and mid west, yet the best Italian I've ever had is on a quiet street in lowly Durham.

Owner spit at the ground and told me to fuck my self, then continued to use racial slurs and threatened me in front of my children. I was actually going to the restaurant next door, he had a problem that I was taking my time to get my 10 month old and 2 yr old girls out of the car and into the stroller. He told me to move and just went off on me. He obviously has a mental disorder - racism. A by stander called the police .. the officer said this guy has a reputation and this isn't the first time.. if I could put zero stars I would I have never been in this kind of situation it was scary. Especially bc I'm pregnant and I have 2 little girls. I'm 5'6 he's about 6'4 ... this owner is scum We all work hard for our money don't give him a dime.

The owner is Italian and he serves quality food, good ingredients and served with care.