I'm not really a sandwich lover, but I came here with a friend to try their sandwiches after seeing all the great reviews. We each ordered two sandwiches and a soup, and every single thing we tried was absolutely delicious. The soup and sandwiches are now my personal No. 1, especially the soup! No wonder this place has such high ratings. The staff here are super friendly and chatty, the service is excellent, and the food is amazing. Don't miss out on this restaurant!

Finally went here for lunch today. I beat the lunch traffic by arriving before noon. The staff was super nice and patient. My first visit I always have a million questions and ask for suggestions I opted for the Joey's spicy Italian sandwhich and I had them warm it up for me. This sandwich has pepperoni, ham, (added Cajun turkey), pepper jack cheese, creamy Italian, spicy dynamite sauce, spicy cream cheese, lettuce, onions, and hot giardiniera. Plus I added tomatoes, black olives, and pickles. There are about 5 different breads to pick from and they suggested cheesy garlic bread. This sandwich was so good and messy just the way I like it. The sandwich was $16, which is expensive to me. However, it was with every penny. Plus it's large enough to eat for lunch two days.

If there's a line to the door, there's a reason! Many line up for the best! Vivola is always worth the wait! The best subs! From the breads to the meats, cheeses, toppings, it's all delicious at Vivola! I love the freshness of the top notch ingredients that are used in making each sub sandwich. If you are undecided, have one of the staff make you something good! You can't go wrong. I am so glad they brought back the potato salad side option! So yummy! I almost forgot the people behind the sandwiches. You are going to meet some of the nicest people working at Vivola. Great customer service!

We had an incredible lunch from Vivola! We arrived around 1pm and there was a huge line covering the entire front of the store. To me, this is a good sign because it means the food is going to be amazing. The line moved at a good pace, and our sandwiches were made as we ordered them. The food is definitely worth the wait. I ordered Brett's Original (roast beef, onion cheddar, mustard thousand island, hot honey glaze, pecorino romano) and added onions. I like the option to add some fresh veggies to the sandwich if that's your jam. My fiancé ordered Joe's Spicy Italian (salami, pepperoni, capicola, sopressata, ham, pepper jack cheese, creamy Italian dressing, spicy dynamite sauce, spicy cream cheese, hot giardiniera, lettuce, onion) with no modifications. Brett's Original was amazing. The serving was huge and came with a container of au jus. The sandwich itself was pretty wet because the beef came straight out of a container of au jus. I don't mind this at all because it adds so much flavor, but if a little bit of a soggy sandwich bothers you this might not be the order for you. Joe's Spicy Italian was spicy (duh) but not too overwhelming. I only had a few bites but I loved the flavor. I think eating the whole sandwich may be too much spice for me, but I am a weenie with spice. My fiancé loved it! There is limited seating inside, so we opted to take our food to go and enjoy at Creve Coeur Park which is less than 10 min away.

Growing up in the south side of Italy, I've put many a meat on my pallete so to say. No homo. The reviews on this shit was crazy so you know we had to pull thru. The spicy meatball tickled my pink for sure -- great proportions and in my personal top 5 sandwhiches in the greater St. Louis area. Everything was hunky-dory at Vivola!

I love love love Vivola Express. Good Vibe- Good Food- Good People- 10/10 It was my second time here yesterday, but my partner usually came here to pick up for us.The only reason I can't come here often because they only open from 10am to 2pm M-F . If you don't live/work nearby it's kinda tricky to go here for lunch. The sandwiches here are absolutely amazing. I got the BYO sandwich - hot roasted beef, soppressata and Turkey with a couple kind of sauces recommended by Brett. It's chef's kiss!!! My partner got his regular Reuben since he loved it so much. Shout out to the lobster bisque too. Grab the 16oz bowl for better price. Honestly , you"ll never go wrong with any kind of sandwiches here. You gotta try it yourself. The queue can be long but it moves very fast. Joey and Brett are so lovely and engaging with their customers. They definitely treat customers as their family. Highly recommend!!!

I've always heard that Vivola has some of the best sandwiches in STL, and by simply walking in the store, it smelled amazing. The staff were super, extremely friendly and everything was efficient. I could see the teamwork in their dynamic. Unfortunately, I had taste for chili and so I didn't get to try any of the sandwiches, but as soon as I got home, I was upset with myself haha. However the chili was really good. They put cheese in my chili, gave me crackers and I ordered Fritos. The store was very clean, and there were tables and chairs for you to sit and enjoy your meal. I will absolutely be back to try a sandwich.

Holy sandwich deliciousness! I LOVE this family owned sandwich shop. It has all the family vibes when you walk in. I seriously love it. Their Italian Sandwich is TO DIE FOR. This place is right by my work so this is a dangerous find. I will be here more than I should be. There was a long line when I arrived, but rightfully so. This place is a 5/5 and is a must experience for anyone who loves a good sandwich in the STL area!

Always looking to try a new sandwich and stopped by Vivola Express sandwich shop. Located a short distance from STL, Vivola Express is a legit sandwich shop for anyone looking for a work of art. Vivola Express is nestled in a small shopping center next to an industrial park. They are only open during the week so you will need to plan your visit. Vivola have an extensive hot and cold sandwich menu with a variety of side dishes. When we arrived there was a short line but did move quickly and is definitely worth the wait. On a recommendation from the Yelp Army I ordered the hot roast beef and cheese sandwich on a French Roll. Vivola Express does have several spicy cheeses for anyone looking to have a little heat with their meal. Sandwich portion was very impressive and could share one sandwich by itself. Ingredients are fresh and made to order. Prices are reasonable but a little on the high end. Again, portions compliment pricing. Vivola has plenty of seating for those eating there and tables were serviced quickly. Best local sandwich shop to date in STL, definitely coming back.

I used to come here when I worked in an office since it wasn't too far and I remember how amazing this deli was. I'm not a big sandwich fan out to eat because you can simply make it at home - Not this place! The bread is extremely fresh and and they slice the meat as you order your sandwich. It doesn't get any fresher than that! I ordered a Turkey sandwich with lots of toppings and I'm telling you. It was amazing! Yes, it was simple but because of how fresh the bread and meat is this place is amazing. Be prepared for a line because this place is always busy. And well worth the wait!