Vetro Restaurant & Lounge

About the Business

Specialties

Vetro Restaurant & Wine Bar - where a unique dining experience awaits you. From the moment you walk through our doors, you will experience service like never before as you savor mouthwatering sensations prepared with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Our chef personally creates the creative and classic Italian cuisine; combining traditional offerings with exciting international inspirations. Our restaurant was voted the #1 Best Restaurant in the Tri-State Area by OpenTable.com and was voted #4 for Best Service and #5 for Ambiance. As part of Russo's On The Bay, we exemplify their commitment to service and outstanding events from a simple brunch to a wedding for 100. We can accommodate events in one of our five rooms including the restaurant, Wine Bar, Murano Room, Rooftop, and Wine Cellar. The award-winning wine list features more than 415 wines from around the world. The Wine Cellar is a perfect setting for private parties or large groups. The restaurant is open Tuesday - Sunday for dinner, Sunday brunch and late-night drinks in the Wine Bar. The elegantly decorated lounge features live music every Friday night. Should you be out for a beautiful day on your boat and wanting to stop to have a drink or a bite to eat, Vetro's marina is available to you as well.

History

Established in 2009.

Opened in the Fall of 1987 by Frank Russo Jr., Russo's On The Bay has always strived for excellence. At Russo's On The Bay, the goal of Mr. Russo and his senior management team is to render impeccable service and graceful dining in an atmosphere of elegance. Vetro, our newest endeavor, is guaranteed to change the landscape of fine dining. From exquisite cuisine, expansive wine cellar, private roof top cocktail lounge and exemplary service. Vetro expands Russo's fine culinary tradition into an elegant restaurant completely distinct from your private occasion. Restaurant, Dine in wine cellar, special occasions.

Meet the Manager

Business owner information

PJ C.

Manager

PJ Connolly, like many others on our team, began his restaurant career as a young man at Russo's On The Bay over 26 years ago.  While studying Accounting in college, PJ worked his way up through the ranks of Russo's On The Bay holding many front of the house positions. Earning an honors degree from the New York Restaurant School in 1994, he quickly found himself amongst the management ranks at Russo's On The Bay.  PJ has continued his education in the hospitality industry earning a Sommeliers' Certificate from the Sommeliers Society of America. For the last 5 years, he has played an integral part in the development & success of Vetro.

Vetro Restaurant & Lounge also recommends

Russo’s On The Bay

PJ C. says, “If you are interested in our other establishments, you can view Russo's on the Bay's yelp page here.”