Vodka Wodka and Ramen Dayo to relocate on Ashton Lane after 20 years

Vodka Wodka and Ramen Dayo, both based on Ashton Lane, are moving to a larger three-storey premises on the same street after more than 20 years at their current address.

They will take over the former Innis and Gunn site, which has previously housed Cul de Sac and Ketchup.

The ground floor will be home to Vodka Wodka, the middle floor to Ramen Dayo, and the top floor will be converted into a private events space.

Vodka Wodka on Ashton Lane. (Image: Supplied)

A spokesperson for Vodka Wodka and Ramen Dayo said: "Although it's sad to be leaving our current home, this move gives us the opportunity to grow what we've built, and the positive news is that we are staying in the globally renowned Ashton Lane.

"We will expand the Ramen Dayo offering, introduce a shared private events floor, and continue to serve our loyal Vodka Wodka customers for many years to come."

The move is the result of rising rent at their current site.

Despite negotiations with the landlord, the businesses have been told they must vacate after more than 24 years.

Both will continue trading until April 30, with a closing weekend of offers and parties planned from April 24-26.

All existing staff will remain in their roles, and the teams hope to recruit further once the new venue is up and running.

The new location means Ramen Dayo will expand its capacity from 25 to 60 diners.

Vodka Wodka, currently a drinks-only venue, will begin serving food using the new site’s kitchen facilities.

Inside Vodka Wodka's beer garden. (Image: Supplied)

Ramen Dayo began as a hand-built yatai ramen cart in Gordon Street Lane in 2016, using parts imported from Tokyo.

It quickly gained a cult following, earning a 10/10 review from food critic Joanna Blythman in The Sunday Herald and recognition from The New York Times as Scotland’s only premium ramen shop at the time.

Ramen Dayo opened its first full restaurant nearby in July 2017 before moving to Ashton Lane in 2018.

Vodka Wodka started out in Paisley before relocating to Ashton Lane in the early 2000s.

It has since become a fixture of the West End nightlife scene, known for student nights, late drinks, and celebrity sightings.

Vodka Wodka on Ashton Lane. (Image: Supplied)

The bar has welcomed guests such as former England footballer Paul Gascoigne and is widely reported to have once turned away actress Keira Knightley at the door.

Plans for the updated space include a dedicated events floor, a food offering for Vodka Wodka, and expanded seating for diners at Ramen Dayo.

Further details about the new venue and opening events will be announced in the coming weeks.

The team is encouraging customers to follow their social media channels for updates and announcements.

Bookings for Ramen Dayo can be made at ramendayo.com, while Vodka Wodka’s website is vodkawodka.fun.