Business Details
Authentic Tapas & Cocktails in Rotherham
At The Olive Lounge, we pride ourselves on delivering an authentic tapas experience rooted in traditional Spanish cuisine. Our commitment to freshly preparing all dishes ensures that every bite captures the vibrant flavours and communal spirit of tapas culture. With a carefully curated drinks menu featuring premium wines, craft beers, and signature cocktails, we aim to create a dynamic yet relaxed environment for social dining. Since opening our doors in Wickersley, Rotherham, we have focused on blending quality ingredients with innovative presentation to elevate the tapas concept. Our team of skilled chefs brings decades of culinary expertise, specialising in both classic and contemporary interpretations of regional Spanish dishes.The restaurant's design balances modern aesthetics with warm hospitality, offering a versatile space for casual gatherings and special occasions. We maintain rigorous standards for ingredient sourcing and preparation, ensuring consistency and excellence in every serving. Customer feedback consistently highlights our ability to balance authenticity with creativity while maintaining competitive pricing. Through regular menu updates and themed events like Tapas Tuesdays, we strive to keep the dining experience fresh and engaging. Our dedication to E-E-A-T principles is demonstrated through transparent operations, staff training, and active engagement with local food communities.
Services
Tapas Dishes
Signature Cocktails
Wine Selection
Private Functions
Tapas Tuesdays
Highlights and features
- Freshly prepared authentic tapas daily
- Extensive selection of wines, beers, and signature cocktails
- Vibrant social atmosphere with modern Spanish-inspired decor
- Regularly updated menus featuring seasonal ingredients
- Experienced chefs specialising in Spanish cuisine
Services
Tapas Dishes
Our tapas menu features over 40 authentic Spanish dishes made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. From traditional patatas bravas to innovative seafood creations, each plate encourages social dining. The menu changes seasonally to incorporate regional Spanish specialties while maintaining core favourites.
Signature Cocktails
The Olive Lounge's mixologists craft unique Spanish-inspired cocktails using premium spirits and house-made ingredients. Our signature 'Twisted Sangria' and 'Saffron Mojito' complement tapas perfectly. The cocktail list balances traditional recipes with modern interpretations for diverse palates.
Private Functions
We offer exclusive venue hire for private events after regular service hours. The space accommodates up to 80 guests with flexible seating arrangements. Our team provides tailored tapas menus and drinks packages for birthdays, corporate events, and special celebrations.
Tapas Tuesdays
Every Tuesday features special offers on selected tapas dishes and cocktails. This popular event encourages trying new combinations at discounted prices. The rotating promotions highlight different regional Spanish cuisines throughout the year.
Wine Selection
Our wine list showcases carefully selected Spanish vintages from major wine regions. Staff receive regular sommelier training to provide expert pairing recommendations with tapas. The collection includes both traditional and modern interpretations of classic Spanish varietals.
Questions
What are The Olive Lounge's opening hours?
We're open Tuesday-Thursday 4pm-11pm, Friday 4pm-1am, Saturday 12pm-1am. Closed Sundays and Mondays, except for private functions.
Do you serve food on Sundays?
We don't serve regular food menus on Sundays but can accommodate private functions with advance booking.
What makes your tapas authentic?
Our chefs use traditional Spanish preparation methods and source key ingredients directly from Spanish suppliers to maintain authenticity.
Can I book the venue for private events?
Yes, we offer exclusive hire after regular service hours with customised menus and drinks packages for private occasions.
Are there vegetarian tapas options?
Yes, our menu includes multiple vegetarian and vegan tapas dishes, clearly marked for easy selection.
Reviews (4)
Martyn Davis
Jan 20, 2022
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Terrible cocktails. Just a syrupy goo in a nice glass. If you are blinkered and easily fooled by 2 for 10 offer do yourself a favour and go to Morrisons and buy 10 of fruit shoots. Very, very disappointing.
Sophie Victoria
Jan 11, 2022
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Really slow bar service. The drinks where great but the bartenders where so slow. They spent more time talking to each other rather than acknowledging customers and keeping track of whos next. At one point despite there being six behind the bar only one boy served me and my friend for two separate orders while the others stood around talking. Its a shame the service was so bad as its a lovely venue. I used to work in a cocktail bar and the first thing we was taught after learning the cocktail spec was timing. We had to be quick and know the cocktails off by heart but unfortunately these
Hayley Burton
Jan 10, 2022
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Lovely food both tapas and the hanging kebabs with a great atmosphere and great service..would highly recommend.. plus the wines not over priced either 👍
Jayne Foulds
Dec 28, 2021
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Lovely place however only 2 bar staff on tonight . felt very sorry for them rushed off there feet and 30 min wait for drinks
