Vetro lounge all day café-bar opens at Forge Island as part of exciting Rotherham regeneration scheme

Vetro Lounge officially opened on Forge Island in Rotherham on Tuesday, April 30 - becoming the first food and drink venue to launch as part of the town centre’s major regeneration project.

Forge Island, once home to a derelict foundry and iron works, is being transformed into a vibrant new leisure destination with a cinema, restaurants and public spaces.

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Vetro Lounge is leading the way, offering an all-day café-bar experience with a focus on community, comfort, and great food.

Simon Zanelli, General Manager of Vetro Lounge, said: "Vetro Lounge is a place where you will always feel welcome – we want every customer to feel happy with the food, the drink, and the whole experience, whether that’s coming in for a morning coffee or eating out in the evening.”

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With menus catering for everyone – including vegan, gluten-free and children’s options – plus board games, dog-friendly touches and regular events, Vetro Lounge aims to be a social hub at the heart of Rotherham’s next chapter.

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