# Vivo Lounge, Dorchester — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.3/5 from 937 Google reviews. Convivial hangout in a former brewery, offering pub fare, tapas, cocktails & outdoor tables. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/restaurants/vivo-lounge (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Restaurant 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Vivo Lounge Dorchester, Dorset [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=13634817603888833881&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Vivo Lounge](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/102510337442936847995) **In short:** Vivo Lounge is a restaurant in Dorset, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 937 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome. Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places Convivial hangout in a former brewery, offering pub fare, tapas, cocktails & outdoor tables. Summary via Google ## About Vivo Lounge Vivo Lounge occupies a former brewery on Weymouth Avenue in Dorchester. The venue serves pub fare and tapas, with a cocktail menu, and has outdoor seating. Dogs are welcome. The restaurant accommodates children and groups, takes bookings, and holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available. It can become busy at peak times. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Vivo Lounge's own website](https://thelounges.co.uk/vivo/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Tuesday** 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Wednesday** 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Thursday** 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Friday** 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM **Saturday** 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM **Sunday** 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM ## What's nearby - ODEON Dorchester next door - Dorchester Market & Carboot next door - Brewery Square next door - Maumbury Rings Roman Amphitheatre 250m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this cafe's delicious food, including vegetarian and gluten-free options, and a wide variety of drinks. They also highlight the friendly staff, reasonable prices, and welcoming atmosphere. Some reviews mention it can be crowded. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.3 / 5 (937 reviews) **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Dorset Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/995635). [More restaurants in Dorset](https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/restaurants) ★ 4.3 (937 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [Visit official website](https://thelounges.co.uk/vivo/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01305 251291](tel:01305251291) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Dorset **Plus Code** 9C2VPH66+5G ### 🏨 Places to stay near Dorset Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DDorset%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Vivo Lounge? Vivo Lounge is open Mon–Thu 9am–11pm; Fri–Sat 9am–12am; Sun 9am–11pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Vivo Lounge any good? Vivo Lounge is rated 4.3 out of 5 from 937 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is Vivo Lounge dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at Vivo Lounge. ### Is Vivo Lounge good for children? Yes, Vivo Lounge is listed as good for children. ### Can you book a table at Vivo Lounge? Yes, Vivo Lounge takes reservations. ### How do I contact Vivo Lounge? Call Vivo Lounge on +44 1305 251291. ## More near Vivo Lounge ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Premier Inn Dorchester ★ 4.2 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/dorchester/hotels/premier-inn-dorchester) - [The Junction Hotel by Marstons Inns ★ 4.2 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/dorchester/hotels/the-junction-hotel-by-marstons-inns) - [Sleeping Bear Hotels Dorchester ★ 4.4 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dorchester/hotels/sleeping-bear-hotels-dorchester) - [Westwood Guest House ★ 4.9 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dorchester/hotels/westwood-guest-house) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Mollys Cottage 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/cottages/mollys-cottage-syk1025833) - [The Town House 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/cottages/the-town-house-syk1077743) - [Bell Cottage 0.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/cottages/bell-cottage-syk1089047) - [2 Bathsheba Terrace 0.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/cottages/2-bathsheba-terrace-syk1096658) ### Campsites nearby - [Thorncombe Farm ★ 4.8 · 2.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/camping/thorncombe-farm) - [Donkey Down Camping at Culliford Tree ★ 4.7 · 3.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/camping/donkey-down-camping-at-culliford-tree) - [Higher Lewell Farmhouse ★ 4.9 · 3.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/camping/higher-lewell-farmhouse) - [Chalk Meadow ★ 4.9 · 3.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/camping/chalk-meadow) ### Things to do nearby - [ODEON Dorchester ★ 4.4 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/dorchester/attractions/odeon-dorchester) - [Dorchester Skatepark ★ 5.0 · 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dorchester/attractions/dorchester-skatepark) - [Borough Gardens ★ 4.7 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dorchester/attractions/borough-gardens) - [The Tutankhamun Exhibition ★ 3.9 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dorchester/attractions/the-tutankhamun-exhibition)