March 2025 by Sue Hunter
We popped in, hadn't booked, the waitress couldn't seat us at a table, so we sat on high stools at the window, which was fine. The service was just as good. The food was fresh and tasty, can definitely recommend.
February 2025 by John McGoldrick
As ever, food 5 star and service follows
January 2025 by Ray Wilson
Fabulous Christmas set menu dinner Sat 21/12 - all the food was delicious, generous & beautifully presented. A wee gem in Bathgate ???
December 2024 by phoebe reid
me and my friend were greeted upon entry and seated instantly, we felt very welcomed even with it being a training session with a new start.
the food was lovely, the menu was explained greatly as i hadn?t been before.
the staff members for our table; dressed in black and a orange shacket, the new start, were so accommodating and friendly.
would love to go back.
November 2024 by Alex Fleming
Excellent meal and service
October 2024 by steven aitchison
By far the best place in Bathgate for food and drinks. Both the owners were hard at work meeting the needs of all the customers. No availability for bookings on the website so called ahead to see if they were able to squeeze myself and wife in for dinner, and they done just that. Sat at the bar (main road facing) and was more than suitable for food as the bar has great depth, bar stools comfortable and very relaxed. Before food arrived they had a booth become available and gave us the option to move, we did as it was right in the middle of the restaurant and we like a bit of atmosphere. The bar option is great if you want it a little quieter. Food 10/10, drinks 10/10 we will definitely be back ( with cash for a tip because they don?t do tips on card, makes sense by the time it?s filtered down its pennies and cash machine was broke outside )
This little golden nugget will continue to do very well and is a great asset to Bathgate if it keeps to its current standard. ?????????? Thank you for amazing food, amazing drinks and amazing customer service right on our doorstep, people often get a train into town and back for lesser quality.
October 2024 by Nikky Dinning
We visited last night for the first time and as soon as we arrived we knew we were in for a great night. The incredible service started as soon as we walked in the door. As it was our first visit our server (who I wish I had gotten the name of but she was so lovely) explained the menu and how it all worked and gave us time to look at the drinks and the food menu. She was attentive without being intrusive, perfect balance and couldn?t do enough for us. On to the food which was nothing short of exceptional. We had 6 different dishes and every single one was a bit of food heaven. We also went on to have the dessert which was just delicious. The atmosphere in the restaurant is so lovely. All the staff are so welcoming and friendly. We finished the night at the bar and were talking with the staff like we knew them. We even got to speak to the chef at one point and tell him how incredible the food was. The was excellent value for money too. Each dish and drink is very reasonably priced. We had 6 dishes, 2 desserts, a bottle of wine, 2 beers and 2 cocktails and it was only £136. Absolute bargain!! I could rave about this place all day - and likely will tell anyone who will listen how amazing it is. It was the perfect first visit and we already can?t wait to go back. A gem of a place and I am so excited it is in Bathgate.
October 2024 by elaine mckeown
Great meal again. Thank you
September 2024 by Wayne Conway
This place is the hidden gem of Edinburgh.
The food is absolutely amazing. The tapas and the unique food offerings are so refreshing and enjoyable, if you looking for amazing food, please go here! We will definitely come back every time we in Edinburgh.
Kid-friendliness: They offer baby chairs and very accommodating
September 2024 by Liz Dougall
My husband and I, have just finished our Tapas lunch at Vim & Vigour, absolutely excellent service from a very friendly young Lady, food was 100%, absolutely delish,definitely treat ourselves to a return visit, thank guys
September 2024 by Sharon Millar
Super service. Quality of food exceptional. Great dining experience . Will be back.
Parking: Street parking within a residential street.
August 2024 by Jan Lumsden
Big disappointment tonight at V & V! Ordered the Sunday Roast and mines came with cold beef, gravy and Yorkshire Pudding and had to be reheated. We were told the beef would be pink but my husband?s was very rare and he couldn?t eat it. Mines was fine. Only two deserts on offer but there was only 1 lemon tart so in reality there was only 1 on offer for me. We waited fully 40 minutes for a precooked lemon tart and some churros and were told this was because they had a large table in! We weren?t even offered a complementary drink for the poor service and food. I explained to the waitress, nicely, why we weren?t tipping, and she didn?t even offer an apology. Such a disappointment because we?ve been before and it was nice.
July 2024 by Tony McKinlay
Something a little different we really enjoyed it. The staff give you a warm welcome and explained everything. The food was exceptional. Will definitely be back
July 2024 by Alan Bowden
First time I have been and found the food superb and an excellent atmosphere with skilled staff
June 2024 by Sue James
We received a gift voucher at Christmas for this restaurant. My husband and I booked for the 5 course tasting menu.
Wow! Just Wow!
I have recently had knee surgery and I am using walking sticks to mobilise. When we entered the restaurant, we were greeted by a wonderful member of staff and on seeing my predicament, she directed us to a spacious table (instead of the table for two that was assigned to us)
We opted not to have the pairing drinks for the meal as I am taking strong painkillers and my husband was driving.
The first course consisted of delicate cheese dough balls and crostini with mackerel pate and pickled cucumber. ?
Our next course was blue cheese souffle with a delicate wine and parmesan sauce. Absolutely heavenly.
Our third course was Bouillabaisse. Delicate, flavoursome pieces of fish in a rich homemade sauce. I had to stop my husband from licking the plate.
The fourth course was beef ragout in cannelloni. Served with a small fillet of beef, cooked to perfection. Accompanied with spring vegetables and a rich sauce to pour over. The flavours were unctuous.
A surprise pre pudding of hot cherry tart was next to arrive at our table. This was followed by chocolate cake with toffee ice-cream. Beautiful.
Every member of staff spoke to us. They were friendly and knowledgeable. The ambience was wonderful. I did have a moment where I found the background music to be intrusive. Where I mentioned this to the staff, the volume was reduced slightly to enable more comfortable conversation.
Nothing was hurried in this eating experience and it was lovely for the chef to come out of the kitchen at the end of the evening to ask people to comment on the food.
I really hope this restaurant enjoys the success it deserves . We will certainly be back.
