le VIN 'x
s-Hertogenbosch, 's-Hertogenbosch
Restaurant in 's-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands
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Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
le VIN 'x was an easy special-occasion table in Hertogenbosch, where availability and a polished dinner setting mattered more than a clearly published cuisine style or award signal. It closed in March 2026.
About le VIN 'x
Is le VIN 'x worth considering in Hertogenbosch? Yes if the goal is a smart-casual restaurant option in the city and the schedule fits its opening days. The best read is practical rather than overly specific: use it when the timing works and you do not need to choose based on a specific cuisine style, chef, price band, or award signal. Points of comparison include Fabuleux, Citrus, and Auberge de Veste.
Book it when the occasion needs flexibility, not a fixed culinary brief
The smart way to use this restaurant is for an evening plan where the room should feel considered but the decision should not hinge on a tasting-menu promise, named chef, or public award signal. Do not treat it as the obvious splurge choice in town. Treat it as a practical Hertogenbosch option when the opening hours fit the group and the plan does not require a tightly defined culinary brief.
The timing matters here because le VIN 'x is closed on Monday and Sunday, opens from 6–10 PM on Tuesday and Wednesday, and opens from 12:30–10 PM on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. If the meal is tied to a celebration, choose a day when the schedule gives the table breathing room rather than squeezing it between plans. For readers comparing options, Citrus, Auberge de Veste, and Fabuleux are other Hertogenbosch restaurants to review before deciding.
Who should choose something else
Skip this if the decision depends on a clearly defined cuisine style, published price tier, named chef, dietary information, group capacity, or award credentials.
For a fuller plan around the booking, pair the restaurant search with broader Hertogenbosch research. If you are still deciding, compare le VIN 'x with other options such as Benjamin, Wijn bij Stijn, Citrus, Auberge de Veste, and Fabuleux, then choose based on the hours, the smart-casual dress code, and the level of detail you need before committing.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 6–10 PM
- Location
- Verwersstraat 18, 5211 HW 's-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands
- Reservations
- Book on the venue's website
- Website
- restaurantlevinx.nl
- Phone
- +31733030287
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Le VIN 'x reads like a quietly sophisticated neighbourhood institution tucked into Verwersstraat's narrow, characterful lanes. The city's medieval fabric and independent retailers create a setting that rewards slow walking; the wine bar sits between haute kitchens and casual cafés. The focus is on a selection and the people who pour it, which gives the room a learned, composed energy rather than flashy showmanship. Expect an experience anchored in provenance, local context and a refined but unpretentious sense of occasion that suits Den Bosch’s food-minded crowd.
Best For
This is a venue for people who make the wine the point of the evening: guests who appreciate provenance, thoughtfully chosen bottles and staff guidance. Its location off the central market square makes it a natural stop after exploring the medieval centre or before a nearby dinner. The bar’s role as a bridge between fine dining and the casual neighbourhood scene makes it well suited to evenings where tasting and conversation matter: whether you’re continuing a night out or settling in for a measured, wine-focused visit.
Ordering Tips
Rely on the staff: the selection and 'the knowledge of the people pouring' make asking for guidance the clearest way to get value. Focus on provenance when you inquire: Dutch wine culture and regional producers are part of the context here. If you want to explore, ask for tastes or smaller pours so you can sample several producers; let the server steer you toward bottles that showcase why this bar sits between fine dining and the casual neighbourhood scene.
Venue details
Ambiance
Relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere in an old building with candlelit ambiance and limited tables creating a cozy, intimate setting.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- Tasting menu, Prix fixe
- Wine Program
- Deep wine list
- Drinks Focus
- Wine
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Verwersstraat 18, 5211 HW 's-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 6–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 6–10 PM
- Thursday
- 12:30–10 PM
- Friday
- 12:30–10 PM
- Saturday
- 12:30–10 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Location
Verwersstraat 18, 5211 HW 's-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Fabuleux, €€€ · Classic Cuisine, €€€
- Benjamin, Notable alternative
- Citrus, Farm to table, €€
- Wijn bij Stijn, Notable alternative
- Auberge de Veste, €€ · Farm to table, €€
Restaurant context
How it compares in Hertogenbosch
Compared with Fabuleux, le VIN 'x is the less defined choice: Fabuleux gives a clearer €€€ classic-cuisine signal, which helps if the meal is a planned splurge or the host needs a safer brief. Choose le VIN 'x when booking ease matters more than a clearly priced special-occasion format.
Citrus and Auberge de Veste are easier to read for value because both sit in the farm-to-table lane, with Auberge de Veste also marked at €€. If seasonal sourcing is the reason for booking, start with those two. If the priority is simply a dinner in Hertogenbosch that feels occasion-appropriate without a hard cuisine brief, le VIN 'x remains a sensible fallback.
Benjamin and Wijn bij Stijn are less direct substitutes for a Hertogenbosch city meal based on the available. Keep them for a wider search, but for an in-city decision, the sharper cross-shop is Fabuleux for classic cuisine or Citrus and Auberge de Veste for farm-to-table value.
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Compare le VIN 'x
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| le VIN 'x | Hertogenbosch | No published awards | ||
| Fabuleux | Hertogenbosch | €€€ · Classic Cuisine | €€€ | 2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Benjamin | 's-Hertogenbosch | 2026 Michelin Plate2025 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #8292025 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence2024 Michelin Plate | ||
| Citrus | Hertogenbosch | Farm to table | €€ | 2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Wijn bij Stijn | 's-Hertogenbosch | No published awards | ||
| Auberge de Veste | Hertogenbosch | €€ · Farm to table | €€ | Michelin Guide Netherlands 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to compare with le VIN 'x?
If you want a different setup, compare it with Fabuleux, Benjamin, Citrus, Wijn bij Stijn, and Auberge de Veste. Use those names as a starting point when weighing your Hertogenbosch options.
Is lunch or dinner better at le VIN 'x?
Dinner is the clearest fit on the schedule: le VIN 'x opens from 6–10 PM on Tuesday and Wednesday, and remains open until 10 PM on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Thursday through Saturday also begin at 12:30 PM, so daytime plans may be possible on those days.
What should I wear to le VIN 'x?
The dress code is smart casual. Aim for a neat, polished look rather than formal wear. If you are comparing it with Wijn bij Stijn or another option, the same tidy standard is a sensible starting point.
