Welcome To

Varo
V a r o
Lounge

Opening Times

Sunday - Thursday 9am - 11pm
Friday & Saturday 9am - Midnight

Exterior of Varo Lounge with yellow signage above the glass entrance doors and Café Bar window decals.

A gallery wall of various paintings hangs above a sage green lounge wall featuring relief carvings of lighthouses, illuminated by two hanging pendant lights.

Two women laughing while toasting with Varo glasses at a restaurant table.

A restaurant lounge interior with floral wallpaper, globe pendant lights, and a wooden floor, featuring a small “Book Swap” shelf in the foreground and rows of tables leading to a bar in the back.

An older woman and man sit across from each other at a small Varo cafe table, having a conversation over tea and light snacks.

A framed J.H. Lynch painting of a woman holding a white and a red rose, partially obscured by a vintage fringed lampshade against floral lounge wallpaper.

A group of staff members posing for a photo outside the entrance to the Varo Lounge.

A smiling Varo bartender in a brown t-shirt holds a silver cocktail shaker in front of a bar shelf filled with bottles.

A man and a woman sit in patterned lounge armchairs at a small round table in a cafe window, beneath three fringed pendant lamps.

Exterior of the Varo Lounge café bar with large glass windows reflecting the street, featuring glowing yellow signage and decorative patterns on the glass.

A young couple sits across from each other at a Varo restaurant with floral wallpaper and many decorative mirrors on the wall.

A man and a woman sit at a Varo table by a large window in a pub, with several decorative lamps hanging overhead.

A dark wooden Varo bookcase labeled “Book Swap” featuring two shelves of books and two rolled-up red blankets.

Varo restaurant interior with wooden floors, floral wallpaper, and hanging globe lights, featuring a gallery wall of framed pictures and a central aisle leading to back seating.

Varo Lounge, Sunderland

Our Lounge

Welcome to Varo Lounge. Your new home-from-home in Sunderland, serving delicious food and drinks from morning ‘til night. We’re proud of our Lounge community with the simple aim of making sure everyone leaves with a smile on their face.

We have something for everyone with our range of tasty menus featuring vegan and gluten-free dishes. Your little ones will also be able to enjoy their Lounge experience with many kids’ meal options alongside so many toys and games!

We’ve got a great spot in Keel Square, where the Keel Line runs the exact length of the Naess Crusader, the largest ship ever built in Sunderland, and continues on across the Keel Crossing towards the Stadium of Light.

Sunderland, don’t forget to pop in!

Our Menu

A person holds a festive fried chicken sandwich with melted cheese, cranberry sauce for a touch of Christmas flavor, and a bacon-wrapped item on top, with a bowl of fries nearby.

Two women in festive sweaters laugh while pulling a Christmas cracker at a decorated table with candles, wine glasses, and the warm glow of a Christmas tree in the background.

Five people in festive sweaters share a holiday meal at a decorated table beside a Christmas tree, smiling and enjoying food and drinks in a cozy lounge, with candles and ornaments as table decorations.

Two women sit at a Christmas-themed table, sharing a dessert. One wears a red sleeveless top, the other a green sweater. A candle, festive Christmas decorations, and a glass of red wine are on the table.

November 19th - December 31st

Christmas At Lounge Is Nearly Here

Grab your friends, family or work pals, put on an ugly Christmas jumper and head on down to Lounge this Christmas! If you’re looking for something warm, nostalgic and a little bit silly, Christmas at Lounge will be right up your alley.

With great dishes like Marry Me Santa, Pig-In-Blanket Mac & Cheese, Goan Spiced Parsnip Soup, Baileys Cheesecake and Chocolate Orange Mousse, there’s a flavour for everyone this festive season.

Check out our menu and book today!

Merry Knitmas

A person with pink nail polish holds an open booklet showing an illustrated page that reads, "Lounging Around the UK" with travel-themed icons on a leafy-patterned table.

A person stands on a beach holding a teal passport, wearing a floral shirt, black t-shirt, and tan pants with a beige tote bag over their shoulder. The sea and sand are visible in the background.

A person with pink nail polish peels a gold sticker in a notebook with faint pink hearts, sitting at a polka-dotted table with a glass of chocolate milkshake topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

Your Adventure Starts Here

Grab Your Lounge Passport Now

Welcome to your newest way to love Lounging. Pick up your Lounge Passport, collect unique stickers at each site and earn sweet prizes as you go!

Prizes include everything from complimentary tapas to a bottle of bubbly to enjoy on your next visit. Each milestone means better rewards, so get collecting today.

The more you Lounge, the sweeter the perks!

Passport

A ceramic bowl filled with crispy potatoes topped with shredded cheese, green herb sauce, and fresh herbs, served on a red plate.

What's On Post

Autumn/Winter 2026 Menu

Fall into the new season with our new Autumn/Winter 2026 menu, full of delicious flavours ideal for colder weather.

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A person in a purple faux fur hooded cloak holding a burning candle and a copy of the book “Find Me” by Holly Craig.

What's On Post

Coffee & Crime Book Club

Lounge has joined forces with Simon & Schuster to start the Coffee & Crime Book Club, bringing you a new crime or thriller each month, with links to purchase that support a local charity and chances to win a copy!

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