About Va de Vi Bistro & Wine Bar
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Va de Vi Bistro & Wine Bar in Walnut Creek offers an experience that excels in ambiance and presentation but falters in delivering consistent culinary satisfaction. The service was outstanding. Our server skillfully managed the tight 1.5-hour table turnover, ensuring we kept pace with the kitchen while still enjoying our meal. The hostess, equally adept, finessed a last-minute reservation with grace—commendable touches that showcased attentive hospitality. However, the food itself was a mixed bag. Each small plate impressed visually but largely disappointed in flavor, with the exception of the butternut squash soup shots. These provided a sip of autumn warmth, boasting rich, creamy textures and well-balanced spices. Unfortunately, they were served in glass shot glasses that became too hot to handle, delaying enjoyment. The risotto lacked the depth of butternut squash flavor and was under-seasoned, making for a forgettable dish. The braised short ribs, served with polenta, failed to justify their price point. A longer braise could have developed more robust flavors, but the portion size and execution fell short. The Brussels sprouts dish was similarly flawed—overwhelmed by the tangy bitterness of unsweetened pears and pomegranate seeds, with Greek yogurt exacerbating the imbalance. Only the cod stood out as a highlight, with impeccable preparation and flavor, though its $21 price tag demanded excellence. The restaurant’s aesthetics are well-curated, creating a sophisticated dining environment. However, one can’t help but wonder if the prime location is inflating prices and detracting from the emphasis on culinary quality. While the presentation of the dishes was professional, the flavors felt secondary, leaving diners to rely on ambiance to justify the premium cost. Va de Vi has potential but needs to refine its focus on delivering standout flavors to match its visual and atmospheric appeal.
What a fun experience our server was great he helped us make selections of wine, and some small plates to share, we had plenty to eat and the food was delicious and lived up to the hype. Paired with an argentine malbec. Finished off with a nice bread pudding and vanilla ice cream. Just a fantastic experience start to finish. We did not make a reservation, but we got lucky. Plan ahead and allow for parking time.
Great wine selection and quick bites! We tried several appetizers they were really tasty. We let the waiter pick our flights and he did a great job! It’s a bit pricey but so is everything in this area.
I can’t believe I hadn’t heard of this place before. The food here is amazing, only downside is it’s quite expensive but that’s a given considering the quality . The exterior of the restaurant is super nice and secluded and I love the big tree feature. Only thing I did not like about this place was our server in particular who did not have a friendly attitude and was being rude to one of the cooks who did not have very good English. But the other waiters who we interacted with were very friendly. Personal favorite dish was the beef cigars!
This place is very busy. We made reservation for outside on line. It started busy already. The host arranged a nice table. The environment looks like a beautiful garden. The food we ordered are fantastic.Braised Beef Short Rib,Beet salad ,Alaskan black cod, Dessert samplers platter Cheese platter . Very tasty! Good service! All in all they are worth to have a try!